Steve
Thanks for coming back
Currently we are able to buy the re built/restored units that are free standing for about $2500 - 3000. Now these are not the hand pump older types.
He is looking for one of the fully enclosed types without the top bowls. Similiar to the Wayne 70 series.
The freight, customs etc. would make an import too expensive. I did email the Vintage site in the States there ( see "Posts/sites above ) and packaging, freight to the UK where they have sent one was in excess of $1500.
There was also an issue with import to the UK with quarantine of residual fuel and
oil that was considered a hazard. Can you believe this?? It held things up at the port.
I see this could be a problem here. Although cars are still getting in without any real hassle to Australia ex the States.
He has indicated that he is willing to totally restore but not to working order ( only wants it for a garage addition/show).
I have had a few leads for swap meets that I will follow up for him.
I am sure that someone on this Australian forum will know of an old one behind a garage or on a farm. They are about $400 - $500 un restored and not operative. You end up buying the outers and having it painted and decals/stickers added. New hose, glass etc. and a bit of polishing is what I did.
Mine is sinmiliar to the Wayne 70 seriers but about 14 inches higher. It has an Art Decor type cover around the glass. Puts it in the mid late '30 era.
Thanks again.
Bernie