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

I believe this touring car is a Model 90 Locomobile. The shape of the oil pan and the flywheel shield behind it are the two prominent Model 90 features. The radiator cap, spark and gas quadrant and the rear spring are difficult to see clearly but the rear spring shackle is in the right position to be semi elliptic as opposed to 3/4 as a Model 48 would be. I do agree that identifying a Loco by its bumpers would be nothing more than a happy guess, particularly from an artist's work. Just my thoughts, Thanks, Ben

The model 90 hood is shorter than the model 48. This is where the 4" difference in the wheelbase shows up the most. I had my 90 and 48 side by side in the garage for 10 years. Both pictured cars are marvelous. Thanks, Ben

The oil pan, front bumper, rear spring, and fender shape on the show car is Model 90 tell.

Thanks, Ben

Based on the spark and throttle quadrant as well as the radiator filler neck being internally threaded, I believe that this is a Model 48 Loco. Front brakes, bumper, and ballon tires indicate a later model. I do love the body style. Does anyone have thoughts on who may have been the coachbuilder? Thanks, Ben

Can anyone share a phone number of the owner of this car? I have had no luck with FB. I find this car interesting, and I would like to pursue it. Thanks, Ben

I would like to contact the owner. Can anyone provide his contact info? Thanks, Ben

The Model 90 and 8-80 connecting rods are NOT 4 bolt. Ben

Hi Al, Does that look like a Loco 48 piston? My guess is that it is, because it came with the spare parts that I got with 17005 when I bought it. Ben

I have used Model 48 valves for sale on E- bay. Going out in 5 hours. No bids yet. Ben