Vintage Windmill and Wind Generator Forum

1940 Wincharger Model 85 Streamliner military tribute

Absolutely no markings on it other that what you see in the pics. I’ve had 2 different sources say it’s a WWII field generator. One says it was made by Fairbanks-Morse, can’t confirm that yet.

Looking for info, mfg and date. Prop is wood, 30” and appears to be original. Very well built and heavy, tail and tail mount are aluminum otherwise steel.
Thanks

The additional info is in an article I wrote for the gazette a year ago so you may have already seen it if you’re a subscriber. I sent you a link in a PM. In doing research for the article I spoke with several Christensen family members including Ron. Ron connected me with his aunt Betty Lou. She’s ...

Thanks for sharing the letter to your grandfather. Did your grandfather work at AE when it was located in Jewel? And do you have any other correspondence? I have more info on the company if your interested, I can send you a link.

Thanks guys, glad you enjoyed it. Researching the early wind companies is almost as fun as hunting the machines.

Great pictures Jim, thanks for sharing. I’ve heard a few stories about Roland Coulson and his amazing wind generator collection. Heard he kept hand guns and live hand grenades strategically located in his shop. Also heard about him hunting down guys from Arkansas that stole some machines from him. S...

A very nice NOS early 32V Wincharger. Looks like a 650W ca 1939. Hopefully it goes to a museum.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Wincharger-32- ... 4453992120

pics also posted at
http://www.wincharger.com/index.php/pho ... -treasures

I know it’s a long shot. Uncommon manufacturer and part. Thanks

Thanks Wayne, I was on the road all last week and without my Baker windmill bible. I suppose it could be an early model that didn’t have the counterweight or it could just be missing. I’ll look at closer next time.