ak Posted October 14, 2021 Share Posted October 14, 2021 amazing pile of jewelry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted November 25, 2021 Author Share Posted November 25, 2021 Does anyone know what happened to the Model E Locomobile parts/project that Mike T. owned years ago? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak Posted November 25, 2021 Share Posted November 25, 2021 Alan, are you looking for model e parts? A nearly complete touring was sold at the Bonhams auction last year. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted November 25, 2021 Author Share Posted November 25, 2021 Hello John, The parts I was referring to was not close to a complete project. I am not after Locomobile Model E parts but have heard of a need. Do you know where the Bonham's Locomobile Model E project went? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak Posted November 25, 2021 Share Posted November 25, 2021 I know where there is an engine, rusty frame, axles and wheels for one. Did you get the photos of the brake and clutch pedals and the cowl light brackets? JR Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted November 25, 2021 Author Share Posted November 25, 2021 Yes, I received a picture of the side lamp brackets and a picture of the clutch and brake pedal pads. Do you have the castings for the actual brake and clutch pedal arm? Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak Posted November 25, 2021 Share Posted November 25, 2021 I fabricated mine from flat stock and rounded the edges. I believe that they were forgings. John 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted November 26, 2021 Author Share Posted November 26, 2021 Here is a question for those among us that live in the north east area if the US and have an interest in early Locomobile racing efforts, not only with factory built race cars but mainly owners who modified stock Locomobiles into racing configurations. I am very interested to hear, learn and see pictures of such events, Locomobiles as well as learn names of those that used Locomobile products for competition. If you are an autombile historian at heart, please contribute here. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted November 26, 2021 Share Posted November 26, 2021 Look up the Vanderbilt Cup races on Long Island pre 1915.......Howard Kropkick has a website dedicated to them...... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted November 26, 2021 Author Share Posted November 26, 2021 (edited) Good morning Ed, I am a member of Howard's Web page and follow it weekly. He does a good job. Others here should join and follow the good web page put together by Howard and you get to see some great footage of the Alco "Black Beast". I would like to learn more about the next layer of early automobile competition such as hill climbs, road races, county fair races and etc. Interesting information is out there that we, that like brass era automobiles and racing, can enjoy. Ed, would your post a link to Howard's Vanderbilt Cup web page for others to follow and join? Al Edited November 27, 2021 by alsfarms Clarity (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted November 26, 2021 Share Posted November 26, 2021 Cant do it from my tablet, only my desk top.......and I’m home for the weekend. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted November 26, 2021 Author Share Posted November 26, 2021 Ok, we can cut you some slack until Monday. Have you had all the "turkey" or "turn-key" you wanted? 🙂 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted November 26, 2021 Share Posted November 26, 2021 Turn-key is much preferred! Always on the look........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 18, 2021 Author Share Posted December 18, 2021 What is the latest on the unrestored 1909 Locomobile Model L Touring car currently offered for sale by Dick Shappy in RI? The automobile appears to be mostly original, up on nonskid tires that hold air and looks like new front fenders. It would be nice to learn more about this Locomobile. I hope it finds a good home. I wish my 1909 was that intact, but soon will be. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted December 24, 2021 Author Share Posted December 24, 2021 I would like to take this moment to wish all those who read and participate on the Locomobile forums a Merry Christmas, fun Holidays and the best the New Year has to offer. Thanks for your contributions whether simply as a reader or a contributor. Long live Locomobile! Al 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 5, 2022 Author Share Posted January 5, 2022 Do you know of any four cylinder Locomobile pieces that might be available? I am happy to share any information I may have to potential owners of parts or pieces that could be used to construct yet another Locomobile. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 17, 2022 Author Share Posted January 17, 2022 (edited) Here is a reference to the Locomobile Old 16 Race Car display at the Henry Ford Museum. It speaks about the Vanderbilt Paper weight trophy. Enjoy. Al https://www.thehenryford.org/collections-and-research/digital-collections/artifact/298359#slide=gs-158421 Edited January 17, 2022 by alsfarms Spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted January 17, 2022 Share Posted January 17, 2022 Al, I wish there was a way to get that kind of detail in the castings you are about to reproduce. It would add considerable to the cost to have a pattern digitally reproduced from this picture, a lot more than simply using your piece as a pattern, but it would make the piece so much more desirable. Have you got a price point set for these yet? I don't have a Locomobile and don't expect that to change but I'd be interested in one of these just to set on a shelf. That being said, I have a friend with a printer. I could send the picture you posted to him and he could print a copy you could take to a foundry. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 17, 2022 Author Share Posted January 17, 2022 That is a good idea to explore the feasibility and cost of. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted January 22, 2022 Author Share Posted January 22, 2022 AHa, Could you refer me to your contact I would like to pose a question of two before I commit to a price for recasting the Vanderbilt Trophy ornament. Send me a PM for privacy, thanks. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted February 5, 2022 Author Share Posted February 5, 2022 (edited) Some interesting information and pictures have been shared, relating to the earlier 4 cylinder Locomobiles, on the 38 and 48 gathering place forum. It is good for the Locomobile 38 and 48 owners to learn about their Locomobiles elder brothers. Al Edited February 5, 2022 by alsfarms clarity (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 7, 2022 Author Share Posted March 7, 2022 (edited) What is the earliest Locomobile gasoline powered Locomobile in existence? Years ago I had heard that the Magee brothers had the earliest gasoline powered Locomobile. Does anyone have information that can substantiate or refudiate what I had heard? Have of the Magee Locomobiles been relocated to new owners? Regards, Alan Edited March 7, 2022 by alsfarms Spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak Posted March 7, 2022 Share Posted March 7, 2022 (edited) It is my understanding that Otis Chandler had the oldest gasoline powered Locomobile in existence. 1904? https://www.goodingco.com/lot/1904-locomobile-type-c-rear-entrance-tonneau/ Edited March 7, 2022 by ak (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ak Posted March 7, 2022 Share Posted March 7, 2022 Magee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 7, 2022 Author Share Posted March 7, 2022 Thanks for catching my incorrect spelling. I have corrected my mistake. I will check out your link regarding the early Locomobile gas car. Al Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted March 7, 2022 Author Share Posted March 7, 2022 (edited) hmmmm....I had not known about the early Locomobile shown and sold at auction. Unless I am mistaken, I had seen years ago an earlier gasoline powered Locomobile than this one. Does anyone else have other information or even who may own the 1904 Locomobile shown in the above link. Al Edited March 20, 2022 by alsfarms Spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 22, 2022 Author Share Posted April 22, 2022 (edited) I have just learned of another 4 cylinder Model L Locomobile speedster that has changed hands. When I get permission, I will post additional information and pictures here. It looks to be a 1910 and complete enough to justify body improvements or to simply use as is. I don't think this Locomobile has been out for years. Watch for more exciting information. Al Edited April 22, 2022 by alsfarms clarity (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edinmass Posted April 22, 2022 Share Posted April 22, 2022 (edited) Al………..me and a few of my Loco friends were sticking our nose in it, since it was close. It’s a cool car…..but definitely a roll of the dice. Cars in useable condition parked for long time…….especially an early speedster, we’re parked for a reason. If it’s not needing any major engine work he did ok. If the motor is worn out, cracked, or has crank/rod/piston/cam issues…….then the deal was much less attractive. Hopefully the new owner got lucky. Time will tell. I have photos, but will respectfully hold them back till the new owner gets to show his new pride and joy. Edited April 22, 2022 by edinmass (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 22, 2022 Author Share Posted April 22, 2022 Hello Ed and Others, I thought this talk of a hidden Locomobile Speedster, coming out of hiding, and changing hands would wake you up out of a nap.... 🙂 . I am hoping that the new owner will let me post a few pictures he has shared with me shortly. This speedster does appear to be built on a mostly complete and original 1910 Locmobile Model L running gear. I would need to get up close to verify some of the nuances of the earlier Locomobiles but the pictures are promising. A second thought is that this unit could have been based on a Toy Tonneau body style as the cowling and position of the front seat does look similar to my 1909. The seat is different as are the fenders. I suspect the fenders are something else. Watch for new information on this Locomobile. Al 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George K Posted April 22, 2022 Share Posted April 22, 2022 Like one of these. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
George K Posted April 22, 2022 Share Posted April 22, 2022 1 hour ago, edinmass said: Al………..me and a few of my Loco friends were sticking our nose in it, since it was close. It’s a cool car…..but definitely a roll of the dice. Cars in useable condition parked for long time…….especially an early speedster, we’re parked for a reason. If it’s not needing any major engine work he did ok. If the motor is worn out, cracked, or has crank/rod/piston/cam issues…….then the deal was much less attractive. Hopefully the new owner got lucky. Time will tell. I have photos, but will respectfully hold them back till the new owner gets to show his new pride and joy. For sure they didn’t park it because the car was running so good that day they couldn’t stand it. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alsfarms Posted April 23, 2022 Author Share Posted April 23, 2022 (edited) I obtained permission from the new owner of this 1910 Locomobile Speedster. I hope he will drop in and introduce himself and share more about this Locomobile as he learns it and proceeds to get it back in roadworthy condition. I suspect that it has been idle for more that a few years maybe even a decade or two. I will post one picture at a time of this fine antique Locomobile. This one will be a fun project for the new owner who is most happy. Al Edited April 23, 2022 by alsfarms clarity (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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