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Posted By: trapper BOWSER 585 weight...? - Tue Nov 22 2022 01:00 PM
Trying to determine weight of a Bowser 585. I have one of Jacks books (kindle-E) but seems to only show pump and years made. any help is appreciated. Yes, I know they're HEAVY. thanks
Posted By: autoxnut Re: BOWSER 585 weight...? - Tue Nov 22 2022 05:46 PM
Of course, a lot depends on how complete it is. I am guessing based on memory of how heavy components were when I restored mine, but I think well over 200 pounds.
Posted By: trapper Re: BOWSER 585 weight...? - Tue Nov 22 2022 05:52 PM
Jeff thx, I was thinking more. the actual pumps weigh a bunch. Jack sim use to answer these questions but no more. thx
Posted By: cggas Re: BOWSER 585 weight...? - Wed Nov 23 2022 10:52 AM
I’d go with #350
Posted By: keithia Re: BOWSER 585 weight...? - Thu Nov 24 2022 01:07 AM
I would say around 400.
Posted By: autoxnut Re: BOWSER 585 weight...? - Thu Nov 24 2022 07:16 PM
You may well be right. I'm not sure why you are interested in the weight, but I am 71 years young and it has been less than 10 years since I acquired both the pumps that I used in my restoration. I picked up both pumps out of town and loaded them onto a trailer by myself with no more that a 2-wheeler for assistance. I disassembled and then reassembled the pump myself and that included lifting the heaviest components into place and attaching them by myself. I am confident the weight is over 200 pounds, but doubt that I could have done what I did if the total weight was 350 or 400 pounds. If I had a way to safely weigh my completed pump, I would gladly do it, but don't want to destroy my restoration. Good luck with your quest.
Posted By: trapper Re: BOWSER 585 weight...? - Thu Nov 24 2022 07:44 PM
thanks guys, may have to move one this week. 70 yr old also
Posted By: Gas Pump Rob Re: BOWSER 585 weight...? - Fri Nov 25 2022 03:02 AM
Is the 585 the rollaway model or non hose retractable model? This makes a difference in the weight. I have moved many of these around either way. They do not weigh anymore than 250 pounds IMO. The rollaway model is about 25 pounds heavier overall.
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