Recent content by 68futura

Yeah, maybe. Just seems odd to cast it in a Dimond shape with no other script. Hopefully someone out there will recognize it!

Yeah, I have lots of Brunner literature dating back to 1914. Here it is next to one of my Model 102s, definitely closer to the 105. At this point I'm convinced it was built BY Brunner for someone else, or built FOR brunner to their specs (maybe they subcontracted some manufacturing). I doubt...

Hey folks, I'm trying to identifying the manufacture of this compressor. Anyone familiar with this logo? Looks me like M F Co. It looks nearly identical in almost every way to a Brunner No. 105 (last 2 pictures). Thanks! Nate

These Brunner compressor can be converted for air compressor use by plugging a passage to isolate the crank case from the top end. This is an R-2000. The R line pumps had the same piston rings as the A line (i.e. A-2000 air compressor). This pump has 2 compressor rings and an oil ring on each...

This is a Brunner R-2000 ref compressor. If you'd like to use it as an air compressor, it as simple as plugging a port in the casting to isolate the crankcase oil from the top end. It's been a while since I've done it, but PM me if you'd like more onfo

That is a Brunner No. 26 air compressor, and to my knowledge they were never sold by retailers. This pump was made from 1913, or earlier, into the 1920s. I have more info if anyone is interested