Guest GOOBER Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Howdy, just bought a 1916 Maxwell touring (at least that's what the title says and the fellow I bought it from says) The engine casting is 10-17 and the stamped number is 209791 which makes it a 1918. The wheelbase measures 106". I've spent hours searching the internet to find another Maxwell that is the same. What is throwing me is the rear doors are rounded at the bottom back. All other Maxwell pictures I have found show the rear doors at the bottom back sort of at a 45 degree angle near the . Thanks in advance to any Maxwell "gurus" out there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GOOBER Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Couldn't post all pictures on the last post. Another question for the Maxwell gurus - These cars started on 12 volts and charged at 6 volts. Because the old style batteries are no longer available, what is the fix? 2-6 volt batteries? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Looks like a 1918 Model 25 to me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Layden B Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Yes, 2 batteries of 6 volts each would be the most economical and sensible solution.My 1918 Model 25 instruction book shows curved rear door. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GARY F Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 What is that big knob on the right side of the dash for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 What is that big knob on the right side of the dash for?That is the filler cap and fuel gauge for the fuel tank.....last year for Maxwell to do that cowl mounted tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GOOBER Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks Maxwell gurus. I have another question. There is a small cast iron foot pedal on the passenger side floor board an inch or 2 away from the seat. I can post a picture if anyone would like. I don't know what it's purpose is however it is pretty close to some sort of a valve on the exhaust pipe prior to the muffler. Any ideas? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Thanks Maxwell gurus. I have another question. There is a small cast iron foot pedal on the passenger side floor board an inch or 2 away from the seat. I can post a picture if anyone would like. I don't know what it's purpose is however it is pretty close to some sort of a valve on the exhaust pipe prior to the muffler. Any ideas?Exhaust whistle maybe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
F&J Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 Exhaust whistle maybe?I think I see an exhaust cut-out in post number 2. The pic of it on a lift, looking forward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted February 18, 2013 Share Posted February 18, 2013 NOW I see it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
61polara Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 I followed this car through several ebay auctions. Gald to see it has a good home. You can also post your questions to the Maxwell forum further down on this site. The same guy helping you here watch it as well and it will be easier to find your post in the future for reference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest GOOBER Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 I'm extremely proud to own this cool piece of history. Bought is on Craigslist for $5,900. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Walling Posted February 19, 2013 Share Posted February 19, 2013 I know nothing about the value of a maxwel, but At $6000, I think that it is a steal for any running car of that condition and age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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