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Hello Greg, I scanned through my Locomobile papers and from your number 6045 am able to guess that this car is a late 1912 or released in 1913 as a carry over vehicle. Your number actually overlaps with the Model 38 6 cylinder models. Of course that is assuming that the number given is correct. I liked your second picture of a Model 30 Touring, modified to serve as a stage delivery car. I have the remains of a windshield very similar to the one on the delivery car. I can't tell for sure, but the windshield appears to be a wooden framed variety. A big "year" indicator of the car in your first picture and also the second being touring cars is the "wrap around" front fender style. The toy tonneau and torpedo styles used a more swept back design. Your other pics. tend to make a fellow day dream! Thanks for posting them! Regards, Alan

Hello Pete, Thanks for your reply. What model DHC is your TA 14, Carbodies or Tickford? I will drop you a message to your email address and pose a few questions. Thanks again for your consideration and response to my request for Alvis TA 14 parts needed. Regards, Alan

Tom, I have my fingers crossed for you also. If you have a miracle and find a set of narrow automobile rims that fit your 24" truck wheels, spread the word. I would sure like that information also. Any new progress on your blue baby? Alan

Tom, You may encounter some fit problems between a "truck" size wheel and an "automobile" wheel. The differences will be reflected in the type of rim that fits each. Is it your intent to build new wheels with the narrow foot print of an automobile that will accept the narrow rim design? If not, you may be better off determining an area of your rim that could be removed and use what you have, in narrowed form. Yes, it would take some work and effort but your rims would still fit your wheel. This is just my take as I have evaluated a very similar issue on one of my projects. Regards From Utah, Alan

This is a fair and really a typical question asked by many across the collector car hobby. Why doesn't my make have the prestege of another make. I like 1931 Pierce-Arrows, which are actually better cars than the 1931 Cadillacs, but the Cad's out sell them hands down. Same thing between a 1957 Chev. and a 1957 Ford. We all can relate with the Cadillac and 1957 Chev. so that is what we want and BINGO, supply and demand, up goes the price and written hype. I also enjoy a TRUE Classis British make, the Alvis. This one also tends to be really under rated at the glory of more well known types. I guess the bright side is I can afford a Pierc-Arrow and also an Alvis, with just as much fun, and still be very competative on the road. This is just my two cents......horrah Triumph. Al

Hello, Should you confirm the switch type you need, I do have one that is very close to the Bosch style in the picture. How far along is your Locomobile? They are great driving cars! Regards, Alan alsfarms@hotmail.com

Hi Kean, With not other measurements or info. I venture a suggestion that it could be a 1927-29 LaSalle roadster. A friend of mine has a 1929 LaSalle Roadster with very similar lines. Regards, Alan (UT)

Thanks for your response. My project does not have any of the rear widow frame to serve as a pattern. What is the dimension of your MG DHC rear window? Also, if you have a good rear view picture of your car it would help me determine if the size would work for my Alvis TA DHC. I await your response. Regards from the West, Al

You are right about thinking it is Dodge Bros. This body is an early 22 or earlier. Can't see the doors, that would help determine.... Al

I think Dave Murray has taken over for Irvin Blonder (deceased) who provided reproduction hood center hinges as you need. I purchased one of the Blonder items for my car and I am very happy with it. Al

I need a single but sound Jaguar XK 120-140 wire wheel, 60 spoke. Look in your piles of spares and see if you can help me out. Thanks from the West, Alan

Thanks for your taking the time to reply to my need of Buffalo wire wheel parts. The pictures you posted are certainly interesting but I think they are for a Rudge style spline drive wire wheel. The Buffalo I need are Dental drive. Keep looking..... Thanks from the West, Alan

Hello, Do you still have the wire wheels? I could use them to complete a set for my project. Alan

Hello, I have a project that needs to be moved around but I need to get it up on wheels to do that. Would you please look in your junk piles to see if you have any loose and extra Buffalo Wire wheel hubs and caps that fit my size wheel. I think they are #4 as the hub opening is 4". I also could use a pair of parts wheels, ok if the rims are rusted out. A second thought, has anyone recast these hubs? Please respond if you can help me out. Regards, Alan

Hello, Thanks for your reply. Please share a phone number or email address and I will get in touch with you. What condtion are the fenders in? Regards, Alan

I concurr, the body is likely a 1928 or 29 Essex. I had one just like this one a few years back. It ended up being a 1929. Good luck Al

Hello, I agree with John, this automobile is a 1909 or 1910 Locomobile Type "L" Model 30 Locomobile. The 1911 and 12's would have a bit different rear fender, one with skirts where the photo car does not have skirts on the rear fenders. The 11 and 12 would also likely use Solar combo. electric/oil side lamps not the Gray and Davis in the pictures. I have some numbers, this evening I will scout around and see what "6045" tells me. Regards from the West, Alan

Being new to the British car side of the hobby, I need to know of a good source for reproduction, rectangular, chrome, convertable rear window frames. Would like to get the top installed on the Alvis DHC sometime this coming summer. References are much appreciated. Thanks, Al

Hi Mr Buick, Would you please share your email with me and I will send an email directly to you. I am interested in your stuff. Regards, Alan alsfarms@hotmail.com

Hello, I have a project that needs to be moved around but I need to get it up on wheels to do that. Would you please look in your junk piles to see if you have any loose and extra Buffalo Wire wheel hubs and caps that fit my size wheel. I think they are #4 as the hub opening is 4". I also could use a pair of parts wheels, ok if the rims are rusted out. A second thought, has anyone recast these hubs? Please respond if you can help me out. Regards, Alan

Hello, I have a project that needs to be moved around but I need to get it up on wheels to do that. Would you please look in your junk piles to see if you have any loose and extra Buffalo Wire wheel hubs and caps that fit my size wheel. I think they are #4 as the hub opening is 4". I also could use a pair of parts wheels, ok if the rims are rusted out. A second thought, has anyone recast these hubs? Please respond if you can help me out. Regards, Alan

Hello, I have a project that needs to be moved around but I need to get it up on wheels to do that. Would you please look in your junk piles to see if you have any loose and extra Buffalo Wire wheel hubs and caps that fit my size wheel. I think they are #4 as the hub opening is 4". I also could use a pair of parts wheels, ok if the rims are rusted out. A second thought, has anyone recast these hubs? Please respond if you can help me out. Regards, Alan

Hello, I have a project that needs to be moved around but I need to get it up on wheels to do that. Would you please look in your junk piles to see if you have any loose and extra Buffalo Wire wheel hubs and caps that fit my size wheel. I think they are #4 as the hub opening is 4". I also could use a pair of parts wheels, ok if the rims are rusted out. A second thought, has anyone recast these hubs? Please respond if you can help me out. Regards, Alan

Hello, I have a project that needs to be moved around but I need to get it up on wheels to do that. Would you please look in your junk piles to see if you have any loose and extra Buffalo Wire wheel hubs and caps that fit my size wheel. I think they are #4 as the hub opening is 4". I also could use a pair of parts wheels, ok if the rims are rusted out. A second thought, has anyone recast these hubs? Please respond if you can help me out. Regards, Alan

Hello, I have a project that needs to be moved around but I need to get it up on wheels to do that. Would you please look in your junk piles to see if you have any loose and extra Buffalo Wire wheel hubs and caps that fit my size wheel. I think they are #4 as the hub opening is 4". I also could use a pair of parts wheels, ok if the rims are rusted out. A second thought, has anyone recast these hubs? Please respond if you can help me out. Regards, Alan