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Thu May 14 2015 08:43 AM
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What time frame were the ECO Islanders with light poles made and used in the service stations? 50's 60's or ?? Thanks, Ted
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According to Jack Sims book, it's an ECO Model 242AWTL from 1952 GREAT LOOKING AIR METER ,
Last edited by Wes Hague; Thu May 14 2015 10:24 AM.
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Thanks for the info. Pic is just something I pulled off the internet. Wish I had one like that!!
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the one pictured is missing the lower covers or "feet"
buy/sell and collect gas station items, 315 794 8265
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There is one on ebay 331551473612
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the one pictured is missing the lower covers or "feet" ...and the upright pipe is too short. Height has been modified for a low ceiling.
Dave GILL, Dave's Garage & Memorabilia, Inc.
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Post the complete Serial Number here and I will tell you the month and year it was made.
Just one of the few good things I do.
Jack Sim
Author, 1st & 2nd editions of Gas Pump ID book, 3rd edition is now available at www.gaspumpbible.comAir Meter ID book also available
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Thanks for the help guys. I'm trying to help a friend find a good restorable Islander, but the one's I've found are pricey.
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real nice ones are all pricey
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In my Air ID book I mention to "Never buy an incomplete air meter." The reasons are mainly the parts that are missing are not being reproduced because the cost of mfg. exceeds the return. Also, if you think you can find the parts used you are going to be disappointed. There are too many people sitting on incomplete meters waiting for someone else to part their meter out. The best way to get around this is to purchase two identical meters, make one out of the two and sell the remaining parts. I have parted out five ECO Islanders and I don't have one part left. My Air Meter Identification book is available at: www.petrocollect.comJack Sim
Author, 1st & 2nd editions of Gas Pump ID book, 3rd edition is now available at www.gaspumpbible.comAir Meter ID book also available
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Jack, I ordered your book last week and I am anxiously awaiting delivery. Ted Matthews
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Ted,
Cindy has been handling everything because I am trying to finish the gas book, but I believe it went out today. She had me autograph a book a couple of days ago.
Thanks from both of us,
Jack & Cindy Sim
Author, 1st & 2nd editions of Gas Pump ID book, 3rd edition is now available at www.gaspumpbible.comAir Meter ID book also available
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Jack, What is a fair price to pay for a complete unrestored Islander with light pole and fixture, all in good condition? Thanks, Ted
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