A few photos from our Larry Davis, Jr. Collection showing some "old school" nurse tanker operations with the pumper taking suction directly from the tanker. We have no other info about the photos;' they are probably from the early 1980's and probably from some water supply drill. Before the advent and popularity of the 10-inch Newton Kwik-Dump, it was not uncommon to find a pumper using traditional suction hose to draft water from a tanker. There were a number of flow limitations to this operation, given today's equipment design and pump sizes. But, back then it was a viable option that worked for folks who understood the concept and practiced it. And, how about that front mount pumper! Always love seeing those older front mounts getting it done - they were the workhorse in many rural communities. Enjoy the throwback photos. |
