Loco 90

I cut the rusted right rear brake drum off of the sad 8-80 the other day. The brake shoes were frozen solid to it. The differential now turns freely for the first time in decades. One more little step.

It refers to a double barrel (updraft) carburetor. Ben

By the numbers

By the numbers

1930 Locomobile? Has anyone ever seen one?

Google search revealed this RH view of a JR 8 engine. This engine still has an exposed flywheel like the Model 48 and 90, while the 8-70 and 8-80 do not.

Need (2) 20" Dayton wheels. Ben

Hi Al, The stitching was done by a fellow here in Ma. He has a great reputation, people bring him work from north and south. Yes the hubs are Dayton and I am trying to put a set of wheels together.

How do you rejuvenate a very sad 8-80? One spoke and one stitch at a time. I try to do something every day, no matter how small.

Al, Yes, it has a gromet at the top center to hang it from. Ben

Al, Very good questions. I was just stating what was in the instruction book of 1916. It lists instruction booklets for Klaxon, Westinghouse, etc. in the same location. Thanks, Ben

Al, It is 18" wide and 22" tall. The 1916 Instruction Book on page 82 (General Equipment) an "Oiling Chart" is to be found in the left rear compartment along with the various instruction books. Thanks, Ben

I believe these lubrication charts were a part of the Locomobile tool kit at one point in time. This one has had a rough life. Any ideas on how rare they are? Thanks, Ben

Hi All, I am looking to connect with any or all of the Locomobile Model 8-80 owners. I have a very sad 140" chassis that I hope to build into a speedster. I do have two Lycoming engines, so there are a few parts to trade or sell. Is there anybody out there???? Thanks in advance. Ben (alvis43@comcast.net)

Lookin GREAT please keep us posted. Ben