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Hi all. I don't know anything about this pump(and many other things), and I'd like some help in identifying this pump. My google search got me nothing, 'cept I did find this place. I'd like to know the year it was built and where I can get parts to restore it. Here's some pix. There's a tree casting shadows on the pump, so it looks kinda stained, but it's not. http://s83.photobucket.com/albums/j309/rudymo05/Gas%20pump/Thanks Rudy
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RHEEM 34, made in L. A., Cal. 1934
Book value $2100 in that condition.
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Thanks
Are restoration parts available? Like the logos and a globe?
Last edited by rudymo99; Mon Mar 15 2010 10:08 PM.
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DB beat me to it.
It is shown on page 236 of my Gas Pump ID book.
I have some literature available for this pump if you are interested.
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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It can always be restored, BUT I would clean it up some & leave it UN-RESTORED.
Very few parts are available for the RHEEM 34, check w/ vendors for clock hands.
Face Glass can be replaced @ local glass shop.
Globes are available from most vendors listed on this site.
Check with Mike Slama for a 15" repo of the FLYING A.
WELCOME TO OLDGAS & A GREAT FIND
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If ever up around Ventura, stop & look @ some of my pumps @ Santa Paula Oil Museum.
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Thanks for your help so far.
So it would be better to keep it as is, or just easier because it would be hard to find parts I may need?
I think I would rather sell it than just leave it unrestored, or...TBH, I kinda want to put it in my house and I want it to look nice.
Would this be the forum to ask for help in getting the correct paint and such? Or is there a restoration forum here?
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How much would a resoration project like this cost? To make it really nice.
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I am in central Cal and do restorations, If you are interested in restoring it give me a call and I can send some pictures of my work, I have the same pump in my showroom at the shop unrestored and enjoy it everyday..Frank 559 260-2319
I collect anything Hyvis oils
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i wouldn't touch that pump! it looks great just like it sits!
CHRIS
BUYING ANYTHING EARLY HUMBLE OIL CO.
BUY SELL TRADE ORIGINAL GAS PUMP PARTS
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Fantastic find! Go ahead and get the pump restored! You certainly won't decrease its value but the restoration costs will likely be higher than the amount that your pump will increase in value! If its going inside, most wives will want it pretty clean and smell free! LOL That means a resto job is necessary!
Contact Frank as his work is very nice and he's in your area. At least he can give you an idea of restoration costs! Be sure to post pictures of it when you've finished --"WE LOVE PICTURES"
Welcome to Old Gas---KEVIN
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It looks good the way it is 
Wanted Owens Motor Oil & Mobiloil Gargoyle. Brad Ralston & my website is www.petrobarn.com
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