I finally decided that this project will be a 2 stroke powered Water Pump.
I rescued this old slurry pump with pickup strainer after laying derelict outside for 30 years-
I fully rebuilt this back to new internally and improved the appearance with a bit of cleaning etc. Mid 1970s 1" BSP Jabsco model of considerable durability-
Still being manufactured and this version/size will set anyone back £270 + without fittings !.
Low running speed of about 500 rpm will shift 28 ltrs per min and can pump/self prime comfortably from at least 5 metres head of water.
Max speed is 1500rpm and 80ltrs per min
All this pump work was done several years ago.
Not wanting to use belting for drive(s), my options are :- inline flexible coupling, chain drive, or combination of both.
Will be mounting this on a wheeled truck of some kind to tie in with the general style theme.
Just starting on the engine mounts.
Regards.