Mudbone Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 My friend saved this old Buick from the scrap pile. He paid less than it would bring for scrap. Does anybody know what year it is? He was told it was a 1903. Looks to be much newer than that. The engine block was missing but he told us where it is. It sat in an old barn for 25 or more years and then the roof caved in. It was moved and sat in the current building for other 25 or more years. The gentleman passed away and his friend is cleaning out the shed. Most likely it will be for sale as storage is a problem. Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jscheib Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 This appears to be a six cylinder engine, not just be the count, but the length of the oil pan, sp that would make it at least a 1914. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 This appears to be a six cylinder engine, not just be the count, but the length of the oil pan, sp that would make it at least a 1914.5 pistons in the crankcase and the crankshaft is a 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif Holmberg Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 My guess is 1918-1920,but I prefer it as a 1919 H49 or 1920 K49 just becuse of the body type.The pictures show a 1920 body I had years ago.I also think the hub cap tells it no older than 1918?Leif in Sweden 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif Holmberg Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 If it`s a "1919-1922" the chassis number are stamped on an oval plate attached on the left rear side of the chassis by the gas tank.Leif in Sweden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 (edited) Fenders indicate that it is at least a 1918. Might also be a 1919. I agree with Leif on years and model. Edited October 14, 2015 by Larry Schramm (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Shaw Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 I agree with Leif and Larry... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted October 14, 2015 Author Share Posted October 14, 2015 (edited) Thanks guys, I will look for a tag. I attached a short video if that helps any. Mud https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lp89sZHlcP8 Edited October 14, 2015 by Mudbone (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROD W Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 It is a 1918 as it has the old pull type light switch incorporating the amp gauge . It is a seven seater which came out on the 124" wheelbase in 1918, My guess is an E49 Tourer. Also before 1918 the windscreen pillars were vertical where as in 1918 they came out with a slanting windscreen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Phillips Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Wow, the combined knowledge here is just amazing. You guys are good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Wiegand Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 It is either a 1918 or 1919. The photos that show the rear fenders tell that they are a 'crowned' style fender. This fender style came in the middle of the 1916 model year. The hubcap has block letters and the script style was new for the 1923 models. My 22-48 still has the block letters hubcaps. In the one photo looking at the front end you can see the speedometer drive gear on the inside of the right front wheel. 1919 was the last year that used the open drive and driven gears on the front wheel. My 1920 K-46 has the speedometer drive mechanism incorporated on the transmission tail shaft. It still used the chain links to drive the speedometer head but ran off the rear of the transmission. The combination switch on the dash is still the push-pull pin type with the round dial ammeter. This was used on the 1918 models. My 1919 illustrated parts catalog shows an ammeter that plugs into the dash panel by itself. My money says that this is a 1918 model. If the engine number which is stamped into the cast aluminum crankcase on the manifold side of the engine toward the very front could be posted here I think I could tell you with a high degree of certainty what year the engine is at least. Truly a fine example of a 'basket case'. There are a few parts and pieces that could be used - BUT, VERY FEW. Terry WiegandSouth Hutchinson, Kansas Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROD W Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Here,s a 1918 E49 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted October 15, 2015 Author Share Posted October 15, 2015 (edited) Here,s a 1918 E49Thanks for all your help. I think you nailed it as far as model and year. I just hope someone can use some parts from it or it may still end up at the scrap yard. Mud Edited October 15, 2015 by Mudbone (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Wiegand Posted October 15, 2015 Share Posted October 15, 2015 Mud, I would be interested in the complete combination switch and ammeter, the dash light that is hanging by the wire, the speedometer head, and the oil sight gauge in the dash panel with the tubing between the dashboard and the firewall. It looks like buying a pig in a poke here. The push/pull switches are more than likely locked up tight. Terry WiegandPhone/Fax - (620) 665-7672eMail - terrywiegand@prodigy.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted October 17, 2015 Author Share Posted October 17, 2015 Mud, I would be interested in the complete combination switch and ammeter, the dash light that is hanging by the wire, the speedometer head, and the oil sight gauge in the dash panel with the tubing between the dashboard and the firewall. It looks like buying a pig in a poke here. The push/pull switches are more than likely locked up tight. Terry WiegandPhone/Fax - (620) 665-7672eMail - terrywiegand@prodigy.net I will give him your information. Mud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandy Dave Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 Nice save Mud Bone. Don't run to the scrap yard right away. There is always someone looking for parts out there. Not sure if the rear end would fit a 1920 K-20 roadster, but I know the Old Rhinebeck Aero Drome is in need of a ring and pinion, or the whole rear end if it would interchange. Dandy Dave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted October 31, 2015 Author Share Posted October 31, 2015 Sorry, I did not get back to you guys right away. It sounds like he wants to sell the whole thing, but I could not get a price out of him yet. Unfortunately it is now sitting outside. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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