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I once years ago had a couple of Marmon automobile's that used 20" Dayton wire wheels. I will check with a few of my Marmon contacts and see if I can help you locate a pair of spare wheels. Do you happen to have or know of any loose #5 Buffalo hubs? Al

What tire size? 19" or 20" Al

Hello Ben, Ow and steady is a good course of action. I have found that I get more done doing small steps every day as compared to doing a heavy surge then nothing for 6 months! Did you do your "metal stitch" repair on the head? Lastly, are wheels you are putting on the running gear Dayton's? Al

Jan, what is going to be your approach for your missing side mount bracket? Al

This conversation has my interest as I am building a 1923 Dodge Bros screen side but with disc wheels. The side mount bracket for the spare wheel is different, yet again, for a disc wheel spare wheel assembly. This bracket needs to support more weight than a wood wheel rim type bracket. It looks like I will be building the bracket using parts from a rear mount disc wheel bracket. Al

Here is some trivia of the area of Nevada either along the present I-80 or Hiway 6-50, more commonly known as the loneliest Hiway in America. Many actors, wealthy and famous folks had a desire for serenity and quiet offered by central Nevada. Here is some relating information: Bing Crosby, who owned the PX ranch north of Elko in the late 40’s and 50’s. His registered brand was the Cross B (+B). Actor Jimmy Stewart owned the Winecup Ranch and the brand of the same description, north of Wells. Hoot Gibson owned a ranch and the D4C iron (must have been a social problem). Other ranch/brand owners of note include: E.L. Cord, an entrepreneur who among other things built the now classic Cord automobile. Max Fleischman, after whom the college of agriculture at the University of Nevada was named. Actors Rex Bell and Clara Bow, whose son Rex Bell Jr. (deceased) was the former District Attorney for Clark Co. (Las Vegas). Joel McCrea, western movie star who had a ranch in Ruby Valley, Elko County. I live on the Utah end of the loneliest Hiway in America and also like my "elbow room" and am happy to live and stay here. It is common to see road signs like "Next services 87 miles". (My home to the Eastern State line of Nevada). As a kid my father, for several years, did summer contract haying on Ranches that covered the central area of Nevada, places like Snake Valley, Spring Valley, Ruby Valley and desolate area such as the barren area south of Eureka. I did have an interesting bunch of experiences that I now cherish. I spent time on a huge ranch just down the road from the Joel McCrea ranch in Ruby Valley. As an antique auto buff, even at a young age, I noticed that the mining areas of Nevada had more money and quality automobiles than the farm country where I lived. Each of these towns have a mining history. Ely, Ruth, Eureka, Austin and finally Fallon. Those are the towns you will drive through on on Hiway 6-50. Note, just past the eastern State line of Nevada, the route will take you past Baker, the home of Lehman's Cave, then past the new Great Basin National Park. Both are worth the drive. Back on the subject of antique automobiles and particularly the Cadillac subject of this forum chat. I would be willing to venture a guess that this car originated in one of the mining towns either along I-80 or on 6-50. Al

Leif made a good comment regarding the location of this Cadillac being in "no mans land", and it is not even located on the "loanliest hi way in the US". Wells is located between Hiway 6-50 (loanliest Hiway) and I-80 in eastern Nevada. Al

Nice car, but I see lots of work on this one. Not sure about the bits and pieces that I see are missing. The wood may be a bigger deal than what is stated. I wonder what took place in the past for some of the body to be in primer and some not, rust repair? This one should find a new home after serious deliberation between seller and buyer. Al

Well......... It looks like Frank has had his Locomobile Touring car out for a drive and ice- cream or sherbet. Good for you! Al

This will be a great project for a truck guy! Al

Here is an update on the above listed Cadillac project. It is currently running on, what looks to be a Rochester down draft carburetor and some form of a later model HEI distributor. The tire size is 700 x 19, which could be 1930 Cadillac but the wheels are Buffalo, which is 1929 not 1930. I am trying to get confirmation on hubcap size as the caps look like #5, which would be LaSalle. All of the dash instruments look like they were ordered from Speedway, ready to be used in a Hotrod. The doors have been modified with wood moldings eliminating all side windows, winders and etc. There is also no way to open any of the doors from the inside, you must reach the outside door handle to get out. The specified wheelbase is not correct for Cadillac or LaSalle but am waiting for clarification on that. Al

Hello Harm, Has spring sprung in Holland? We are having a little taste of spring today. Your update is appreciated as you have overcome yet another obstacle. You will likely have a running driving car this summer. Al

PS..... Don't mind the current state of my lawn in the background, we are just breaking dormancy in our area. I can sure see where my drop fertilizer was dropped. Plenty to think about besides Locomobile. It won't be long until I bring out the lawn mower. How many have had your Locomobile out for a spring run. Al

Before I get out for the day, I will share pictures of a partial Locomobile steering column purchased and needed for a future Locomobile speedster project. Al

Nice radiator for someone needing it for a restoration. Al

Two more curiosity notes after further evaluation. 1- bumpers don't appear correct 2- steering wheel is suspect I don't feel like we as a group are blasting this automobile but simply speaking about the originality or lack thereof to assist a potential buyer to know what he is getting and also the seller as to what he has or has not, which affects the eventual sale price. This seller does have a lack of knowledge regarding the automobile he is offering for sale, both technically and historically. My inquiry of him is for additional pictures and specific information. However, no one will be able to hear from him as he is going on vacation. He did promise additional information upon his return. Al

Can you modify a rear spare mount to be a sidemount? Al

Wood or disc?

I have spoken with the owner/seller of this Cadillac. I am waiting for additional information that will help understand why this automobile has more than a few unexplained issues. I expect to learn more, however, the seller is not familiar with this car. I will share what I learn. Al

The Chickasha Swap was good for locating several items needed for projects. With this post I will show a Rushmore lamp purchased to make a pair for use on the 1913 American-LaFrance fire engine. This lamp is the same as what could be found on the 1908 Locomobile Model 40. In the picture the Swap meet Rushmore is on the right and full of dark patina. It is good shape and with a good serious polish (the one on the left also) they will dress the front of my Fire truck in a nice way. Al

Here is the "Paul Harvey" response to my just completed road trip. Sadly, per the trend brought on by COVID, this Chickasha meet was very small. As usual plenty of T and A stuff, a fair amount of brass lamps, not very much heavy classic type parts. I hope steps are taken to change up the Chickasha meet that will still encourage pre war material but be inclusive of the 50's and muscle car stuff. The only Locomobile part that I saw first hand was the partial steering column that was brought to the meet for me, (previous purchase). A set of four #4 Houk wire wheel hubs found their way into my truck and made the ride to Utah. I did locate and complete a set of #5 Buffalo wire wheel caps, and another gent delivered a pair of 19" #5 Buffalo wire wheels, (to complete a set). I also stopped by a friend's place and picked up a pair of bronze jump seats, that have been waiting since last year for me to pick up, this is good for the Locomobile Limousine. Lastly, but not Locomobile related, part of the trip was a side run to Pa. to pick up a 1913 rebuilt and running 6 cylinder T head Pederson dripper engine for use in an original to Utah American -LaFrance fire truck. All told, this was a great trip for my son and I, but not as much a highlight as hoped for surrounding the Swap Meet. We did stop at the Canton Antique Auto Museum for a nice driving break and ended up getting a private tour of the largest stash of Lincoln parts in the world! If you need Lincoln parts, they are for sale and I can provide a direct number to reach the right guy. I will post a couple of pictures as I get time. Al

Upon more study, this vehicle does have some curious engineering to include: No splash aprons Incorrect distributor Wire wheels Downdraft carburetor Gauges Light and spark controls....not Wrong taillights Hood sides......no Side mount hardware.......not Badge bar....not dash gauges look suspect I will give the advertising owner a call and see what I can learn. Al

I suggest that this Cadillac might likely be a 1929 as it has the Buffalo wire wheels, an earmark of 1929. If that is not the case, then this car is an amalgamation of parts from different years. Al

Here is a picture just as we returned home from our week long marathon road trip. Al

Here is the "Paul Harvey" response to my just completed road trip. Sadly, per the trend brought on by COVID, this Chickasha meet was very small. As usual plenty of T and A stuff, a fair amount of brass lamps, not very much heavy classic type parts. I hope steps are taken to change up the Chickasha meet that will still encourage pre war material but be inclusive of the 50's and muscle car stuff. The only Locomobile part that I saw first hand was the partial steering column that was brought to the meet for me, (previous purchase). A set of four #4 Houk wire wheel hubs found their way into my truck and made the ride to Utah. I did locate and complete a set of #5 Buffalo wire wheel caps, and another gent delivered a pair of 19" #5 Buffalo wire wheels, (to complete a set). I also stopped by a friend's place and picked up a pair of bronze jump seats, that have been waiting since last year for me to pick up, this is good for the Locomobile Limousine. Lastly, but not Locomobile related, part of the trip was a side run to Pa. to pick up a 1913 rebuilt and running 6 cylinder T head Pederson dripper engine for use in an original to Utah American -LaFrance fire truck. All told, this was a great trip for my son and I, but not as much a highlight as hoped for surrounding the Swap Meet. We did stop at the Canton Antique Auto Museum for a nice driving break and ended up getting a private tour of the largest stash of Lincoln parts in the world! If you need Lincoln parts, they are for sale and I can provide a direct number to reach the right guy. I will post a couple of pictures as I get time. Al