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These were used on later 1913 Buick Model 30 and Model 31 cars, to power the electric lights and keep the battery used for the lights charged, Likely used on some other vehicles too; but know the Buick usage for sure (not on the earlier Models 30 and 31, only the later production. The oil reservoir cover was modified to hold the generator, and the vertical section of the intake manifold was modified to clear the generator.

Had both a N and an S. Both very driveable and reliable. Not nearly as driveable as a T, but on modern roads the lighter construction doesn't really have an issue. The transmissions do leak a bit in low, reverse and idle, but seal up in high. Th N had the exhaust pressure powered oiler, and the S had the mechanical oiler; both performed admirably. I always found the water pump gear to be a bit noisy, but a minor issue. Both had the original carburetor and coils and performed well. As another stated, they like to cruise at about 30 mph. Being light they do pretty well in most hills too. Fun cars, sometimes I wish I had one or both back!