Went to my paying job and minding my own.....

[CompactTractorFan]

Got it to the property, but everytime I stopped to check trailer brakes and tie downs it always drew attention. So, my trip took longer but it was enjoyable. I should also mention that two days before the trip I wanted to be educated on the pump. Well, I mentioned it to the fire chief who is also my co worker and said to bring it to the fire hall for a demonstration. Hooked up to a hydrant, loaded up the 1000 gal tank and turned on the pump. I was impressed by the smooth sound of the pump and the flow rate. Like I mentioned in my earlier posts, everything works. Since then I've given hoses and other brass pump equipment. Need to find the 2 rigid draft hose sections. May look at ag sprinkler hose which is semi rigid for drafting. Plan to replace the small 1/4" relief valves with 1/4" ball valves for ease of use. The brass units are 47 years old and I do not want to damage them as they are not readily available. Plan to change engine oil and "sock" filter on my next trip and now looking for 10wt drip line oil for the pump - need to drain and refill the pump oil.

Bob77064,

For the age it's in excellent shape. It even has the original tires with studs embeded on the rear duals. But if I don't license it and stay off the highway i'll leave them in place.

Idaho2

Good to hear! Glad it all works great. :thumbsup:

 

[tommu56]

If you don't need the 750gpm check in to a sewage truck hose they wont do on a hydrant but in place of hard sleeves it will work 3" suction hose will do about 250 gpm we use them on our trash pumps and other portable pumps

Novaflex Yellow Jack Pumper Sanitation Hose - Sweeper & Vacuum Truck - Novaflex


tom

 

[idaho2]

tommu56,

Thanks for the link. Good suggestion.

Idaho2