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Higgins Fan
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Posted on: Oct 12, 2012 - 5:06pm
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These were sold to the navy by Capitol Engine Company during the war. They were Waukesha ICK motors that were modified for PT boat use. They had a dual function, supplied electrical power to the boat, and powered the bilge pump.
I'm looking for a power unit, and control panel for the 305. I would appreciate any information on locating these.
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29navy
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Posted on: Oct 13, 2012 - 11:11am
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While I don't have the generator, I do have the instruction manual and parts list for one.
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Higgins Fan
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Posted on: Oct 13, 2012 - 12:24pm
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We are interested in your manual and parts list, even a copy of it. Do you wish to part with it?
My phone number is 504-528-1944 x375
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29navy
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Posted on: Oct 13, 2012 - 12:41pm
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I'll make a copy for you.
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Higgins Fan
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Posted on: Oct 14, 2012 - 9:37am
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Very much appreciated.
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National WWII Museum
PT-305 Restoration
Phone: 504-528-1944 Extension 375
http://www.nationalww2museum.org/see-hear/collections/artifacts/pt-305.html
Fb: PT-305 "USS Sudden Jerk"
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Higgins Fan
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Posted on: Nov 24, 2012 - 2:36pm
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That manual rocks! Thank you!
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National WWII Museum
PT-305 Restoration
Phone: 504-528-1944 Extension 375
http://www.nationalww2museum.org/see-hear/collections/artifacts/pt-305.html
Fb: PT-305 "USS Sudden Jerk"
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Higgins Fan
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Posted on: Dec 10, 2012 - 12:11pm
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Now I am also looking for a control panel in addition to complete a generator set.
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National WWII Museum
PT-305 Restoration
Phone: 504-528-1944 Extension 375
http://www.nationalww2museum.org/see-hear/collections/artifacts/pt-305.html
Fb: PT-305 "USS Sudden Jerk"
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TED WALTHER
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Posted on: Dec 13, 2012 - 5:51pm
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I suggest the same as I did for the 2.5 kw gen. Besides, if they bite, you will probably get an episode on their show on the History Channel......PR!!!!!
Tak care,
TED
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Higgins Fan
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Posted on: Feb 13, 2013 - 9:24am
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We are searching for an engine which looks like this. It is a water-cooled Waukesha ICK.
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National WWII Museum
PT-305 Restoration
Phone: 504-528-1944 Extension 375
http://www.nationalww2museum.org/see-hear/collections/artifacts/pt-305.html
Fb: PT-305 "USS Sudden Jerk"
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David Buck
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Posted on: Feb 17, 2013 - 12:59am
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Hi Higgins fan, just going on the colour photo the engine that drives the Gen. Set looks to be the Willys Jeep side valve engine any idea if this may be so , as such it may open another area for you to search.
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