alsfarms Posted October 3, 2021 Author Share Posted October 3, 2021 If you happen to frequent this Locomobile forum area and plan to attend Hershey, please consider posting what you see or find here, Locomobile related, so those at Hershey might be able to network and help out other Locomobile owners who can not attend. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted November 2, 2021 Author Share Posted November 2, 2021 I will be selling a very solid set of 4 late series Locomobile 48 wood wheels. These wheels still have most of the original paint on them. I also have the factory original rear Firestone rims and rings. I have a lead on a pair of correct Firestone rims for the front. This is your chance to replace those weak wheels you may have on your old original Locomobile with absolute factory original pieces or to use on that future project you are saving parts for. Pictures will be posted later. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbeach Posted November 14, 2021 Share Posted November 14, 2021 Purchased a few Stutz parts from the late Stephen P. Dean collection and included in the parts are some, what I believe to be, Locomobile parts. Steve did own a model 48 Locomobile which I believe these parts fit. Please let me know if you can identify and can use. First pictures are of 6 valve caps. Look to have been re chromed. 12 tpi and all threads look good. Stamped with part number (?) - 10677. Next pictures are of a Bosh ignition switch. Not sure if the three part go together or not but were in the same box. Thanks Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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kbeach Posted November 15, 2021 Share Posted November 15, 2021 alsfarms PM received and requested information sent. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Ittenbacher Frank Posted November 17, 2021 Share Posted November 17, 2021 On 11/14/2021 at 5:29 PM, kbeach said: Purchased a few Stutz parts from the late Stephen P. Dean collection and included in the parts are some, what I believe to be, Locomobile parts. Steve did own a model 48 Locomobile which I believe these parts fit. Please let me know if you can identify and can use. First pictures are of 6 valve caps. Look to have been re chromed. 12 tpi and all threads look good. Stamped with part number (?) - 10677. Next pictures are of a Bosh ignition switch. Not sure if the three part go together or not but were in the same box. Thanks Ken Dear Ken, I like to comment on the valve caps which you have shown. The numbers "10377" are not the spare part number but the engine number. Unfortunately they have been ground a lot for re-chroming, otherwise you would see that there is also a one-digit-number stamped on the opposite side, which refers to the cylinder number to which this specific valve cap belongs to. Here are two examples: Engine number 13590, valve cap for cylinder number 5. Engine number 9824, valve cap for cylinder number 4. The most interesting thing is: Your valve caps are obviously from a Locomobile 38 which in now in Great Britain and belongs to a friend of mine. This engine is number 10377. He uses his Locomobile for hill climbs and such events. He sais his car came from a museum in the USA, but he has no idea about the details. He wants to learn more about his cars history, and he liks to purchase the valve caps from you. How can he contact you? Best regards Frank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbeach Posted November 18, 2021 Share Posted November 18, 2021 Hello Frank Thank you very much for the information. I never thought about 10377 being the engine number but that makes perfect sense as I know that Pierce Arrow also used the car number on most of the running gear during the early years of production. Have sent you a PM. Ken 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted November 21, 2021 Author Share Posted November 21, 2021 I have suggested, in the past, about a project to reproduce my desk top Vanderbilt Trophy radiator ornament. This version can be correctly modified to be correct to mount on an actual radiator cap of your Locomobile. Now is your opportunity to be a part of this project and procure a Vanderbilt Trophy ornament to display in your office as a conversation piece of for modification and installation on your Locomobile. PM me and we can discuss your interest. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 3, 2021 Author Share Posted December 3, 2021 I am near the position that I can determine the cost per each Vanderbilt Radiator ornament. They will be available in either the style to mount to a radiator cap or slightly taller to be a desk top ornament. This picture shown above is a taller desk top version and is 4" tall. The radiator ornament is 3" tall. If you have an interest in one of these Locomobile curios, drop me a PM soon as I have been told they could be available shortly after the start of the new year. Yes, they will come, via the lost wax method to maintain the trophy details and cast in Silicon Bronze. This alloy is strong and can be polished or takes plating extremely well, Nickel, Silver or Gold. The final finish will be up to you. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 22, 2022 Author Share Posted April 22, 2022 The reproduction Vanderbilt trophy ornament is inching closer to a reality. The detail quality will be greatly enhanced more like the original cups. Drop a note if you have an interest. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted July 28, 2022 Author Share Posted July 28, 2022 I have a potential project in the works to make new bulbs for the brass horns with the Locomobile script. Contact me with a PM if you are interested in this project. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 16, 2022 Author Share Posted August 16, 2022 This Locomobile 48 Roadster is currently listed for sale in the HCCA online ads. Check the current offering for sale if you are looking for a heavy late series Locomobile 48. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 16, 2022 Author Share Posted August 16, 2022 The current auction for this Locmobile ends on August 19. If you are thinking of a purchase, get your bid prepared. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rydersclassics Posted December 18, 2022 Share Posted December 18, 2022 I am selling this 1915 Model 38 engine for parts. $900 It is as found and has had parts removes in it's past as you can see. The number 9408, falls is the 1915 Model year so if you are ambitious and have a source for lots of parts you may want to save it. Your call! For clarity, nothing under the engine or in the back round is part of this add! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 18, 2022 Author Share Posted December 18, 2022 hmmm someone wanting a HCCA correct Locomobile, even a speedster, here is a start. Jugs will be a bugger but they are doable. No flywheel for this one? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rydersclassics Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 This one had no flywheel. I agree it could be a start for someone to build something cool! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 19, 2022 Author Share Posted December 19, 2022 I wonder if a 48 flywheel can be made to work? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rydersclassics Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 I believe they may be similar although the clutches may be smaller diameter so not sure the bolt pattern is the same. Have heard of upgrading clutches to a single disk modern clutch and pressure plate. That sounds like a smart move to me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 19, 2022 Author Share Posted December 19, 2022 I will have the workings of a late series 48 clutch available but don't think I have a spare flywheel at the moment. It would be good for anyone checking out your raw 38 engine to know what might be out there that could help this one. Patterns for jugs are out there but are 48 not 38, it may help to research and see if they could be made to fit and build a hopped up 38. I didn't think the dual port jugs were available in 1915, I thought that was a 1918 thing? Does anyone know for sure. Does this engine have the pan? This engine is certainly what dreams are made of! Are you in the middle of the snow belt we have seen on the news? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ittenbacher Frank Posted December 19, 2022 Share Posted December 19, 2022 Regarding the flywheels: The 1915 spare parts list (R5/M5) shows different flywheels, the later spare parts books (1917 books for R7/M7 and also the 1917 38-2 and 48-2) show the same part numbers for 38 and 48. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 28, 2022 Author Share Posted December 28, 2022 (edited) I wonder what the physical difference is between the bolt holes for mounting a flywheel between a 38 and 48 would be. If I were pursuing this available 38 engine to build a speedster around, I suspect that more 48 flywheels might be laying around than 38's. I do not think the missing flywheel would be a hold up if I were interested. I have a spare Helleshaw clutch assembly that could be used for this application, with even a new machined flywheel. Al Edited December 28, 2022 by alsfarms Clarity (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 28, 2022 Author Share Posted December 28, 2022 I have for sale a few items that would work well to incorporate into a speedster project. These parts are: 1- early Timken front axle (with a dip in the middle similar to the early Locomobile design) 2- early Timken 3 speed midship mounted transmission and shifter assembly 3- robust three speed transaxle for a chain drive application 4- 24" Houk wire wheels, hubs and caps 5- inquire, I may have other parts good for building a speedster. If interested in any of these parts, send a PM with your inquiry. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 12, 2023 Author Share Posted January 12, 2023 Here is a current Locomobile that is posted for sale, not a parts car, but for sale none the less. Call Alex Mccommas at 903-520-7356 in Tyler Texas. Does anyone know of this Locomobile? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 13, 2023 Author Share Posted January 13, 2023 These look like nice drum headlamps. Could you measure the exposed lens OD, the OD of the lamp and the fork spacing? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 1, 2023 Author Share Posted February 1, 2023 Here is an early Locomobile Steam gauge listed for sale above. Look for the reference if you need a steam gauge. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtups Posted February 27, 2023 Share Posted February 27, 2023 Hello new to this but trying to help an elderly neighbor who owns a 1926 locomobile junior 8 car. We are in need of an ignition point set and have no idea where to start so hope this is it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 27, 2023 Author Share Posted February 27, 2023 I have sent you a PM (person message) with contact information for a good source. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted May 15, 2023 Author Share Posted May 15, 2023 (edited) Here is a set of four Gruss air shocks that could be made to fit a Locomobile 48 or 38 application. These are nice units and are found over on the HCCA parts for sale forum. Check it out if you are interested. Al Edited May 15, 2023 by alsfarms spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loco 90 Posted July 30, 2023 Share Posted July 30, 2023 Here are some of the spare parts that I collected over the years of my Model 48 ownership. No longer needed and they are looking for a new home. Please PM if any interest. Thanks for looking, Ben 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted July 30, 2023 Author Share Posted July 30, 2023 Hello Ben, I wish my 48 were just a bit earlier and I would be interested in your ignition stuff. Do you happen to have a spare starter? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thlee Posted July 31, 2023 Share Posted July 31, 2023 I am in need of a radiator cap for my 1913 Locomobile. Bakelite, external threads (brass insert under the bakelite). threaded section is about 2 1/8” diameter. Please email me or call if you one available. Tom tomlee72@mac.com 610-212-5047 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted July 31, 2023 Author Share Posted July 31, 2023 Tom, PM sent. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loco 90 Posted August 14, 2023 Share Posted August 14, 2023 I believe this windshield frame is for a closed 8-80 Locomobile. It needs to be reworked but it is solid. I will bring it to Hershey this Fall if anyone needs it for their Loco project. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yittlebits Posted April 14 Share Posted April 14 Hello, I am still looking for the 32 packard you posted this: I'm not up to speed on my Packard parts so forgive me if I'm wrong but I have a Packard engine and trans in a crate here in TX man who had it was a huge collector and I'm not really sure what I hace send me a msg and I'll give you my phone number I do not rate high enough to private message you or anybody on the forum. So I I guess I will try this route even though it has been a long time. please advise purpledusty@suddenlink.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 14 Author Share Posted April 14 Any additional information ? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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