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Thu Nov 15 2018 07:41 PM
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Hello to the group! I’m new to the Gas Pump Community.
I have been considering restoring a gas pump for some time now, but have finally decided to get serious with it. I have restored several cars and old generators/motors etc.
I am wanting to rebuild a 30s-40s pump to functioning condition. This Tokheim 39 is for sale close to me, and it has the internals and pump. From the more experienced members, does this look like a decent project for a full restoration. I wasn’t sure if some brands/models are harder or more expensive.
Thanks for the help.
Ben
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Hi Ben. Welcome.
There is no photo attached.
The Tokheim 39 was onced described as the 68 Chevy Malibu of gas pumps. There are lots of them around and not rare.
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Welcome to Oldgas. Good luck with your project!
Regards, Jim
I collect gas pump salt and pepper shakers
and the plastic coin banks made by AVSCO.
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Good pump to restore. Parts are available. Looks like it is in decent shape as far as rust and dents.
Jim "Oldgas" Potts
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Restore it? Its done! Wax it and some glass .
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Yep, pressure wash it , shine it up add glass, signs & a globe!! Plenty of parts available for 39’s. Chris
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The pictured pump is $600. Does that seem like a fair price to pay for it? While I am wanting to restore my the pump for myself and am not too concerned with resale value, I don’t want to blatantly overpay for something right off the bat.
Thanks
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............... that’s a fair deal, a bit underpriced actually! Chris
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I would pay that in a heartbeat.
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Looks like a $900 pump to me! A little rubbing compound on the blue areas would do wonders for it. I sure wouldn't bother with a restore!
Heres a picture of mine and I really like it unrestored!
Last edited by K W FRITH; Sat Nov 17 2018 11:26 AM. Reason: Add picture
Everything Cities Service
Specializing in old Gas Pumps
kwfrith@gondtc.com
Cell#-701-739-6133
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