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My original 1924 series DB business coupe, 116” wheelbase, manufactured in November 1923, has 3 main bearings and the distributor mounted at mid-engine on the passenger side. It has the single-unit starter-generator mounted on the front of the engine. The air intake, without filter, passes through the block and is on the driver side of the engine. The 1924 engine in the video appears to have been updated with a newer exhaust manifold and air filter.

I have an original 1924 DB. The oval light in the photo (amber tail light and small red brake light) is identical to my ´24.

Hello. Welcome to the Dodge Brothers community and congratulations on your first antique! As you see, you can find much helpful information on this forum, as well as through the Dodge Brothers Club and magazine. Join the club, if you haven´t already done so: great cars and great people. When it comes to restoration of these venerable cars, patience and research are necessary, and they will bring you much satisfaction. My first "antique" was a 1924 DB coupe, and it is now my only old car. I have become an antique myself, but the Dodge Brothers remains perfectly "dependable." Best of luck on your adventure.

I have owned a 1921 DB touring (114" Wheelbase) and a 1924 DB business coupe (116" Wheelbase). The longer wheelbase yields a smoother ride. In my opinion, all the early Dodge Brothers products are "dependable," sturdy, and generally great old cars. And, hey, after 95 years, who has perfect paint or interior? I would be proud to be the owner of a 1925 Dodge Brothers vehicle. "It runs and moves under its own power?" I can hardly do that myself, and I am much younger than 95 years!

Thank you, Mr. Perry, and everyone for helping me with this issue. Little things mean a lot! Being a detail person, I´m sure that I will have other questions . . .

Thank you, gentlemen. A photo would be great!

Does anyone know where this aluminum tag may have been mounted on a 1924 business coupe? It measures 1” X 2 ½” and appears to have been attached with nails. Floorboard, running board . . . ? I once saw an identical tag attached to a square wooden toolbox from the 1920s or 30s, but I doubt that was an original application. Thanks for your help.

Hello DB26, I´m a DB ´24 and would appreciate a PDF copy of the DB order form. Thanks for the offer! Roberto buhobob@yahoo.es

Found on the web . . .

As nearchoclatetown said in another thread (DB26 Oil pan), the four-cylinder oil indicator should have a cap on the top of the rod. I used a flat-head hollow rivet as a replacement cap on my ´24 DB . . .

We´re all sinners, but we try to be good! This is original for my ´24: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Dodge-Brothers-Horn-/361966096851?hash=item5446dc51d3:g:x6UAAOSw42dZBAZA&vxp=mtr It´s a little over-priced, I think. . . . Make an offer, if you can use it. Good luck!

Just a word of encouragement. I have a 1924 coupe, which has a longer wheel base and other changes, so I can´t help much with your project. Just want to share a word of encouragement in your restoration project. These are wonderful old cars, and their owners are good folk. Merece la pena restorar y compartir con los demás su historia y aventuras con su viejo Dodge Brothers. ¡Animo! ¡Que viva Nueva Zelanda! Gracias por la foto.

Thanks, everyone for your prompt, expert advice.

Is there a Dodge Brother/Sister out there who can tell me how to correctly wire COWL LIGHTS for a 1924 DB business coupe? Do the cowl lights have a separate switch, or do they function with the regular headlight switch? Thank you!

Nice DB coupe, and at a reasonable price. I have a ´24 coupe. Patience will pay off for the parts you need. Join the the DBC club. Great folks who always try to help out.