 Click thumbnail for a larger image. | Creator(s): Wishart Date: 1930 - Description: Wishart gas producer. Gas producers burnt charcoal and when water was added produced a gas mixture that was a replacement fuel for petrol vehicles. Gas producers were used widely during World War II when petrol was rationed. The apparatus was generally towed behind the vehicle. This gas producer was owned by Frank Jackson during the early 1940's and powered his truck and later his shearing plant. Mr Jackson produced all the charcoal to power the machine. Mainly constructed from steel but some brass parts. One loose lid and main cylinder also has a lid. Format: realia Object: gas-powered vehicles Titles: Wishart Gas Producer Subjects: gas-powered vehicles People/Orgs: Jackson, Frank Institution: Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc. Object number: FHR_00220 Disclaimer The content of this record is provided by Furneaux Historical Research Association Inc.. For any questions about the content please contact them. |
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