alsfarms Posted January 1 Author Share Posted January 1 Happy New Years at the start of 2024. I hope you have a good Locomobile related Resolution to get work done and or spend time on the road.... Al 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak Posted January 4 Share Posted January 4 WTB: 1913 Model 38 cylinder casting, intake manifold, engine components. Thank you. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ittenbacher Frank Posted January 6 Share Posted January 6 On 1/4/2024 at 5:32 PM, ak said: WTB: 1913 Model 38 cylinder casting, intake manifold, engine components. Thank you. John can you please explain this a bit more? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 6 Author Share Posted January 6 I think this image of Locomobile factory literature answers the 38 hp question/inquiry by ak. Al 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted January 13 Share Posted January 13 So who has an early picture of this car, or one prior to restoration? https://www.broadarrowauctions.com/vehicles/am24_r040/1925-locomobile-model-48-derham-convertible-sedan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 13 Author Share Posted January 13 This specific Locomobile has, in fact, been discussed on these Locomobile forums in the past. I do not recall exact information but maybe someone else here will share specific information and reference. Al 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Studie289 Posted January 23 Share Posted January 23 On 7/3/2019 at 8:23 PM, jcrow said: I saw someone asked for photos. Pulled my old 1916 (built May 1915) out of the warehouse and dusted it off for a short tour. I have a postcard with this same paint on the car in the 1950's so who knows how old it is. Interior is new and pretty accurate. Grandkids are being immersed in the old cars....... Johnny Regarding the postcard of this car -- does it identify the owner? This looks very much like the Locomobile that belonged to Howard Wyles in Berea, Ohio when I was a kid. The color matches, and I know that he used to carry postcards of the car to hand out when he went to shows. If it is the same car, I have some history on it from those years. Steve Bonds Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcrow Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 The postcard is from Heritage Plantation . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcrow Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 Here's another one that I may not have posted. 1906 H ? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jcrow Posted January 24 Share Posted January 24 Photo says 1915 at Diablo Country Club 1916 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 24 Author Share Posted January 24 The second picture does look a bit larger and heavier than the little brother Model E. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 5 Author Share Posted February 5 Is anyone reading these Locomobile chats planning to attend the 2024 Chickasha Swap Meet in Oklahoma? I am making plans to attend this year. Hope to find an abundance of early Locomobile parts. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 17 Author Share Posted February 17 I am progressing on plans for Chickasha. It looks like I will be making a loop on this trip attending to a little business along the way. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Den41Buick Posted February 18 Share Posted February 18 The Locomobile Society Website appears to be removed or no longer accessible. . Does anyone know what happened? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 18 Author Share Posted February 18 I have some experience on the subject of the disappearance of the Locomobile Society Website. This Society was created by a group of West Coast Locomobile enthusiasts, in the 1980's, to serve the greater body of Locomobile owners and those interested in early automobile history. Sadly, the original group who created the Locomobile Society mostly have passed on. No real method was put in place to assure that this Society could sustain itself into the future. Certain members of this group are putting together plans and ideas to resurrect the Locomobile Society in a form that is sustainable over time as well as having a format to be a useful tool for those caretakers of any Locomobile and also a gathering place to make available Locomobile history as well as technical information. That is the status. Input is welcome. Al 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loco 90 Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 I believe these lubrication charts were a part of the Locomobile tool kit at one point in time. This one has had a rough life. Any ideas on how rare they are? Thanks, Ben 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 Ben, that looks like an old biblical document found in some dead sea cave. 🙂 How big is this chart? I have never seen one. Not exact but it is similar to the lubrication chart found in the service manual. How much verbage do you think is missing? It would be nice to scan the document, repair it and make new copies of it. Lastly, I wonder if Dan ran across a duplicate of this document will visiting the Bridgeport Public Library? You are lucky to have this document. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loco 90 Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Al, It is 18" wide and 22" tall. The 1916 Instruction Book on page 82 (General Equipment) an "Oiling Chart" is to be found in the left rear compartment along with the various instruction books. Thanks, Ben 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 Ben, I am guessing that the left rear compartment, you refer to, is the left side splash aprons storage compartment? I didn't think those splash apron compartments are weather proof enough to store written material. Is there a storage compartment inside the Locomobile 48 on the driver's side rear area that could be used and would stay drier? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loco 90 Posted February 19 Share Posted February 19 Al, Very good questions. I was just stating what was in the instruction book of 1916. It lists instruction booklets for Klaxon, Westinghouse, etc. in the same location. Thanks, Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 Ben, My Locomobile 48 Demarest Limousine is not open for inspection right now and if it was, I may not be able to determine inside storage compartments as most of the rear interior is gone. More on this subject later. Maybe another Locomobile 48 owner will chime in and provide information that will help on this subject. Alan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 19 Author Share Posted February 19 Hello Ben, I took a closer look at the lube chart you posted and am wondering if this chart may have been a wall hanging shop chart. What is your thinking? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prewarnut Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 I did not see the lubrication chart but hope to get back to the library in another 4-5 months. I was a little side-tracked, unanticipated, into the Riker documents which are separate from the Locomobile archive. I would think a better copy of this exists. Frank may also know. Now that I have a better understanding of how the archives are organized I can probably have a better shot at finding things for people. Stay tuned. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 20 Author Share Posted February 20 Thanks Dan....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loco 90 Posted February 20 Share Posted February 20 Al, Yes, it has a gromet at the top center to hang it from. Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 18 Author Share Posted March 18 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 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 18 Author Share Posted March 18 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 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 19 Author Share Posted March 19 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 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 19 Author Share Posted March 19 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 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ittenbacher Frank Posted March 21 Share Posted March 21 the first sunshine... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 21 Author Share Posted March 21 Well......... It looks like Frank has had his Locomobile Touring car out for a drive and ice- cream or sherbet. Good for you! Al 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bloom Posted March 22 Share Posted March 22 4 hours ago, Ittenbacher Frank said: the first sunshine... Frank, it looks like you are living the Good Life! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WRF.RR Posted March 28 Share Posted March 28 Greetings - I recently purchased some photos of the former James Melton 1908 Locomobile Type I. This is the car he bought in 1938 in a nearly as-new state having never received coachwork (having belonged to the Sessions family). Melton sold the car in 1958 to Joseph K. Ott of Rhode Island who then went on the Glidden tour that year...See two photos attached. It appears that it sold through Christies in 1994. Curious if anyone knows where it is, or has recent pictures. Fabulous car and story... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loco 90 Posted April 9 Share Posted April 9 By the numbers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsancle Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 47 minutes ago, Loco 90 said: By the numbers What does "Dual carburetion" mean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loco 90 Posted April 10 Share Posted April 10 It refers to a double barrel (updraft) carburetor. Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted April 26 Share Posted April 26 Bridgeport transmission assembly.......... Presidential motorcade......1919. All Cadillac's except the Presidential Loco......... 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 26 Author Share Posted April 26 Who can identify the location where this 1919 Presidential Motorcade was parked for this picture. Being a "Westerner" I am not familiar with any locations such as found in this picture. As a historical follow up question regarding this picture, who were the dignitaries who would have ridden in the 10 Cadillacs? Would the Motorcade, even in 1919 been well planned with who would have ridden in each Cadillac, from front to back. Lastly, as good as the Cadillacs were, they were overshadowed by the Locomobile. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 26 Author Share Posted April 26 I just noticed the stack of new single port jugs in the top picture. It would be great news, if a bunch of NOS Locomobile mechanical parts was located hidden in an obscure basement somewhere.......what a dream. Al 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak Posted April 27 Share Posted April 27 10 hours ago, alsfarms said: I just noticed the stack of new single port jugs in the top picture. It would be great news, if a bunch of NOS Locomobile mechanical parts was located hidden in an obscure basement somewhere.......what a dream. Al ...and then you woke up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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