Date:         Wed, 13 Apr 1994 15:04:51 +0800
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From:         nrubin@s1.csuhayward.edu (martha rubin)
Subject:      swamp cooler wanted..


I am trying to locate a so called car swamp cooler.  I believe that these
were manufacture by Firestone in perhaps the 40s, maybe 50s as well.  Other
companies may have made them, too.  They are basically a metal cylinder
which rests in or on a frame bolted to the outside of the car, near
a window.  One pours water (and/or ice) into the reservoire, leaving
the window open enought for a hose or pipe exiting the cooler to enter
the car.  There is no drag on the engine, and the fan in these units
is, I believe wind driven.

If you have one for sale, or can refer me, I'd be appreciative.

Thanks,

Martha Rubin
porsche@netcom.com
or
nrubin@csuhayward.edu

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