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#3
03-08-2017, 06:04 PM
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Hmmm, Paul may be on to something!
BIG - this is an Eco 97 wall mount (floor space is tight). Innards look better than the exterior would lead you to believe. I'll give it a complete cosmetic and mechanical resto. Show me your finished ECO for a bit of inspiration!
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Last edited by mockingbird812; 03-08-2017 at 06:28 PM. 
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03-09-2017, 05:46 PM
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The Eco 9X series of balanced tire inflators debuted in 1947. Mine is a 1948 model and has a lot of unique early design features which were changed (improved? i.e. plastic air lines replaced copper/steel bell replaced brass!) in future versions. There is a pretty robust following of these including restoration components. Can you say Pneuma-Mechanical Beast?! Starting point:
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Last edited by mockingbird812; 03-09-2017 at 08:15 PM. Reason: replace a photo
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03-09-2017, 05:49 PM
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I blew it apart over the last few evenings (notice a quick buff of the brass bell brightened things up a bit). The unit is a nice mix of brass, copper, pot metal, cast iron, anodized fasteners, porcelain, etc.....
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Last edited by mockingbird812; 03-09-2017 at 08:20 PM.
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03-09-2017, 10:19 PM
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Nice item Sam, I had no idea they were so complex inside.
Paul
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03-10-2017, 02:46 PM
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I'm learning that their complexity (an old design by the way dating back to the early 20th century) is a result of the fact that these machines can be highly accurate and reliable with minimal maintenance and adjustments required. They meter out their air one psi at a time (each bell ring) and you are able to adjust it to be spot on for the target pressure (easily w/i 1 psi). They are a sight to behold with the mechanical movements of the levers, puffs of air, and the bell ringing. When I finish this, I intend to leave the back cover off to provide a bit of entertainment while the tireflator is operating.
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Last edited by mockingbird812; 03-10-2017 at 04:23 PM.
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#8
03-10-2017, 12:28 AM
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Sam, mines a Eco 98. It was a "Rescue" as it was found in the weeds after being knocked over. I got it from a buddy, pre restoration, after making and welding in some floor pans for his Chevelle. With the exception of the trim and glass, it's all gennie parts.
BIG
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03-10-2017, 01:39 AM
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BIG - I sent your tag photo off to THE ECO guru, Jack Sim. I'll see what he has to say.
Thnx for posting a shot of your 98 - she's a beaut!
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Last edited by mockingbird812; 03-10-2017 at 01:43 AM. Reason: Added text
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