AHa Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 Here is an original type E from Henry Austin Clark's Collection. Chassis #1322, Motor #1583, was sold at Bonham's auction house in 2008 for $128,000. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 1024 × 739 1907 model H 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted January 12, 2020 Share Posted January 12, 2020 Here is another Model E, Chassis 1402, Engine 1664 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 13, 2020 Author Share Posted January 13, 2020 Good thought on the early service car that may or could be a Model F Locomobile. My comments on that picture is that as a service car the original rear hubs/wheels may not have been husky enough to hold up to the work they were expected to do. It is very likely that the rear hubs/wheels could have been changed out for something more robust, as in the Model L or Model H or Model I parts. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 13, 2020 Author Share Posted January 13, 2020 (edited) Here is a nice picture tour of a Model I Locomobile. Does anyone know, is this the Southern California Locomobile? Al Edited January 13, 2020 by alsfarms clarity (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 30, 2020 Author Share Posted January 30, 2020 Has anyone had your Locomobile out for a drive lately. Share a video or post a picture. I am anxious to see what is up and running and where. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 30, 2020 Author Share Posted January 30, 2020 I just ran across this picture of a Blue 1909 Locomobile Model I Toy Tonneau on the internet. What a nice car. Does anyone know this car? I have not seen this car before unless it has changed colors? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 30, 2020 Author Share Posted January 30, 2020 Here is another website picture of the same Locomobile. Nice car. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted January 30, 2020 Share Posted January 30, 2020 To be the "best built American car" these cars sure don't seem to get out much. I would think the chance of breaking a Locomobile would be slim, which is why so many were converted to trucks. The values I have seen aren't that high when compared to many other marques. So why are they squirreled away and rarely used? Our fearless leader says he knows of quite a few that have never been restored and languish in barns and buildings and garages waiting to be put back on the road. It is such a proud and wonderful car; seems a shame they are used more for eye candy than actual use. To have the "best built American car" set seems the worst thing ever. If any car deserves to be driven, it would be the Locomobile. It seems the worst thing that could happen to a Locomobile is a restoration, because then it is too valuable to enjoy in the usual way of driving. Seems such a shame to me. It seems the only time you see a Locomobile is when it passes over the auction block. So Sad. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 31, 2020 Author Share Posted January 31, 2020 True comments...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 9, 2020 Author Share Posted February 9, 2020 Here is another nice video clip of a nice 1909 Model L Locomobile starting and driving. Some of you may know this car. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 13, 2020 Author Share Posted February 13, 2020 Here is a picture of a Manufacturers Tag that would be a very nice detail to an early Locomobile restoration. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 9, 2020 Author Share Posted March 9, 2020 Here is a nice picture that has shown up on eBay.... This must be a brother to the famous Old 16 Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 19, 2020 Author Share Posted March 19, 2020 (edited) What stress, is put on your life-style, brought on by the current Pandemic? Are you both (and others) able to keep a low profile and simply stay out in the garage working on your early Locomobile projects? Do you have any projects underway, that could be of mutual interest here and to other antique automobile guys? It may help us all "keep it together" if we have a daily goal to let others know what is going on while we survive Coronavirus..... Al Edited March 19, 2020 by alsfarms spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted April 23, 2020 Share Posted April 23, 2020 Is this car a Locomobile? Can someone identify it? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 23, 2020 Author Share Posted April 23, 2020 hmmm, looks like a three has been painted into the radiator. That should be a help for locating an ID. The front axle looks like it has the dip but is a bit different that the Locomobile axles that I have seen and am familiar with . I would have to study more pictures in order to make a good guess. That is a very nice action picture. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 23, 2020 Author Share Posted April 23, 2020 hmmm... I just had a thought. If you can research Stearns, take a look at the front of a 1909 or earlier Stearns chain drive. That is a long shot guess as to the make. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 25, 2020 Author Share Posted April 25, 2020 Another note....does the front tires appear to be "white wall" design? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted May 5, 2020 Share Posted May 5, 2020 Locomobile at 1909 Sport Hill Climb 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted May 5, 2020 Author Share Posted May 5, 2020 Nice picture, and most certainly the Locomobile front axle that sets them apart! I like the 1906-7 Model H Locomobile, too bad there is not more of them so more of us could have a chance to own one! Thanks for posting. Al PS: notice the security. I wonder if they are military or police? I wonder as the guy on the left appears to be holding a , then new, 03 Springfield rifle. I have one of those rifles in my small gun collection and it is one of my favorite guns! What are your observations on the security, I can make out likely four security guys in this picture. I wonder if some big dignitary is present to require the weapon toting security? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted May 23, 2020 Author Share Posted May 23, 2020 I thought I would share with four cylinder Locomobile owners several pictures of a late engine that was probably the last design. This engine is likely a 1916 - 1917 RIker truck engine built by Locomobile. The engine spec's. are 4-1/4" bore , 6" stroke , five main bearings, manganese bronze crankcase and full pressure oiling. I am anxious to study this engine and determine how much of this engine was pulled directly from Locomobile stock or how much was designed just for this Riker engine. I have to get it freed up as it is currently stuck. Al Picture one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted May 23, 2020 Author Share Posted May 23, 2020 Picture two Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted May 23, 2020 Author Share Posted May 23, 2020 Picture three Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted May 23, 2020 Author Share Posted May 23, 2020 Picture four, Share your knowledge and thoughts on this Riker marketed and Locomobile built engine. If you happen to have a Riker fan assembly in your spare parts bin, I am missing the fan as you will note above. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted May 27, 2020 Share Posted May 27, 2020 (edited) J. Leslie C. Brand's Tioga Wolf 1913 model 48 Locomobile, converted to a truck by Moreland Truck Co., now Peterbilt. The history of this car is known except for a short span of time in the middle and it exists today in much the same condition as in this picture. See below Picture taken on a 2012 HCCA tour of the Redwood Forest. Edited August 4, 2020 by AHa (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 (edited) Al, The pictures didn't load for me? I wonder whats up? Al Edited May 27, 2020 by alsfarms spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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alsfarms Posted May 27, 2020 Author Share Posted May 27, 2020 I sure like that body type!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted July 19, 2020 Author Share Posted July 19, 2020 I am looking for ideas and parts to mount a Warner Autometer and Warner clock on the dash of the Locomobile Toy Tonneau. I would like to see similar instruments mounted on your dash to get ideas for my own installation. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted July 22, 2020 Author Share Posted July 22, 2020 Here is a picture of a shortened and not fully original , but very nice Locomobile Model L speedster. I bet it runs as good as it looks! This car has been recently sold. Does anyone have information on this automobile and where is now lives? Al, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted July 29, 2020 Author Share Posted July 29, 2020 I just received, from a gracious friend, a copy of the 1908 Locomobile Book. If anyone needs information that would be in this book, drop me a note. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted July 30, 2020 Author Share Posted July 30, 2020 (edited) I will post a few pictures from the 1908 Locomobile book just to share with other enthusiasts here. Here is the "E" Model touring car. Stately for sure.... Al Edited August 5, 2020 by alsfarms correct (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 1, 2020 Author Share Posted August 1, 2020 (edited) Here is another picture of a 1908 or 1907 Locomobile Model E Limousine. I am not sure I would enjoy the side lights placed in the position these are, if I were the chauffeur. Other than that...what a great automobile. Al Edited August 5, 2020 by alsfarms (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 1, 2020 Author Share Posted August 1, 2020 (edited) Here is a picture of the big offering from Locomobile in 1908. This image is of the Locomobile Model I touring car. This automobile is certainly the stuff that dreams are made of! Al Edited August 5, 2020 by alsfarms correction (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted August 1, 2020 Share Posted August 1, 2020 I, for one, am amazed that the type E Loco was only rated at 20 Horsepower. The Ford model T, produced in late 1908, was rated at 22.5. If the ALAM method was employed for both motors, the Loco would be higher in h.p. than the Ford. Why would the Loco company under rate the horsepower so substantially? The point was to sell cars. If I could buy a model T for substantially less money and get more horsepower, with a similar wheelbase, why would I buy a Locomobile? Looks like Locomobile was very good at shooting themselves in the foot! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 1, 2020 Author Share Posted August 1, 2020 I would like to speak with a current owner of a Model E Locomobile and see what the performance is on this model. HP is certainly a subjective matter, actually even in the modern world! Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 5, 2020 Author Share Posted August 5, 2020 Here is a picture of a Model E runabout. I have never seen a car restored with this body style, Has anyone else? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 5, 2020 Author Share Posted August 5, 2020 (edited) Here is a picture of a Model E Locomobile Landaulete, I have seen a similar Locomobile body on a Model L Locomobile. This is an impressive and formal design. Al Edited August 5, 2020 by alsfarms correction (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 9, 2020 Author Share Posted August 9, 2020 (edited) From the 1908 Locomobile Book, here is a picture of the front and rear view of a Model I Locomobile. We can only dream! I do see many similarities between the Model L (first shaft drive) and the Model I (last chain drive). The Model I and Model L were built as sister cars in 1909 and 1910. I will venture a guess that a significant amount of the basic pieces are in fact interchangeable. Does anyone here have better knowledge than I have on that subject? Edited August 9, 2020 by alsfarms update (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted August 9, 2020 Author Share Posted August 9, 2020 Dick Shappy has this 1909 Locomobile "30" Model L touring car for sale. It is in very original condition and would be an excellent starting place. Does anyone have previous history on this automobile? Look this one up and get in touch with Dick if you are interested. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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