Guest TurnWalt Posted March 4, 2011 Share Posted March 4, 2011 This was my wife's grandfather's project and he became ill and passed before it got completed. It has been sitting on blocks in a somewhat dilapidated workshop for about 10 years. I've checked on it a couple times a year and and it's in pretty good shape but needs some work. I've rebuilt old tractors but I've never restored one to parade quality...and that's where my wife expects me to take this. Her grandmother doesn't know many details so if anyone can help me figure out where to start I'd appreciate it. I don't know the year or model so where can I find that info? I have no problem rooting out old parts, manuals, etc so if there are places you recommend to look (and places I don't want to look) please feel free to share. It's a really cool car and a fun project. I have the space and the tools and the time so I'm kinda looking forward to it. Thanks in advance for any help! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MochetVelo Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Post a photo to get your car identified.Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozstatman Posted March 5, 2011 Share Posted March 5, 2011 Plus numbers from engine, body and chassis may help too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurnWalt Posted March 6, 2011 Share Posted March 6, 2011 I pick it up in a week or so and will post some pics ASAP. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurnWalt Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 I haven't picked it up yet but I have pics. I think it's a Runabout? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trimacar Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 It appears to be a 1905-08 runabout, fun project....good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurnWalt Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Thanks so much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ozstatman Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 A couple of pics, from the Standard Catalog of American Cars, of 1907 Maxwells. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted May 9, 2011 Share Posted May 9, 2011 Everything I see on the car in question points to the 1906 Model L. Body side panels, springs, little rack on the rear and slot in the side of the hood all match. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MochetVelo Posted May 10, 2011 Share Posted May 10, 2011 I just got a Maxwell L Tourabout like yours, though your car looks more complete than mine.I suggest you join the Maxwell Briscoe Owners Group on Yahoo. Also, check the Maxwell Messenger. Also, I suggest you join the HCCA. There are a number of Maxwell owners in that group, and we intend to start a Maxwell group within that club. In addition, Vern Campbell publishes the Maxwell Register, which lists lots of Maxwell owners. Where are you located?Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest muledeer Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 (edited) Another great source for info and parts is Merle Simonsma ( alias; Maxwell West), he lives in sacramento ,california ph number 916-682-2038 if you have an engine number on top of the little aluminum cover on top the engine that would help identify the year.....it looks like a 1906 gentleman's speedster as far as i can tell , possibly a 1907 model RS. great looking project. Edited May 17, 2011 by muledeer (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurnWalt Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Thanks to all! I finally have gotten this little project home along with a lot of paperwork from the '70s-'80s that verify this is a 1906 Gentleman's Speedster. Unfortunately, there is nothing that tells me anything about how to even start this thing let alone repair it. Rumor was the gentleman whose project this was was one or two parts short of fully operational, but I wouldn't dare assume that's true nor which part(s) that may be.I'm fairly mechanical and very comfortable with older vehicles, but this one has me stumped. Any ideas where I can find a manual to start from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurnWalt Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Oh, and he was intent on keeping this as original as possible. Anyone know where I can get this thing painted Brewster Green in North Central Texas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 You might try the Chrysler Historical Collection in Michigan...Danielle Szostak-ViersChrysler LLCCorporate Historical CollectionCIMS 410-11-2112501 Chrysler FreewayDetroit, Michigan 48288They may have a copy of the instruction book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurnWalt Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 You might try the Chrysler Historical Collection in Michigan...Danielle Szostak-ViersChrysler LLCCorporate Historical CollectionCIMS 410-11-2112501 Chrysler FreewayDetroit, Michigan 48288They may have a copy of the instruction book.I have an original parts book for this car and I've seen several letters to the Chrysler Historical Collection in the pile of papers that came with the car. I will contact them ASAP. Thanks very much! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MochetVelo Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 Once you're signed onto Vern Campbell's Maxwell Register, you can find the nearest similar car and study it closely. Any body shop can paint your car. It's the prep work that takes the time, so you may want to do that yourself. Your car would have been Maxwell Green (a popular dark green color also known as Brewster Green, British Racing Green, etc.) and the running gear (chassis, wheels, springs, axles, etc.) red. Try to join a nearby HCCA and/or AACA chapter and the members there will suggest a good local paint shop.Phil Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest TurnWalt Posted June 15, 2011 Share Posted June 15, 2011 (edited) Thanks very much. Following your suggestions now! Edited June 15, 2011 by TurnWalt (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now