Art Dean Posted November 26, 2019 Share Posted November 26, 2019 Parts needed for 1916 McLaughlin - headlights - lower windshield panel - wood spoke wheels - possibly other parts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted December 17, 2019 Share Posted December 17, 2019 On 11/26/2019 at 10:06 AM, Art Dean said: Parts needed for 1916 McLaughlin - headlights - lower windshield panel - wood spoke wheels - possibly other parts Do you have the wheels and they just need respoked? If you have all of the hardware, you can have them done at Stutzman Wheel Works in Berlin, Ohio. They do great work and are reasonable. If you call, leave a message and they will call you back. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 Yes, I have the wheels. Thanks fir thatt information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 Also, What model of 1916 McLaughlin? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C Carl Posted December 18, 2019 Share Posted December 18, 2019 Hi Art. Welcome to our friendly group ! Where are you and your car located ? - Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted December 18, 2019 Author Share Posted December 18, 2019 I’m in Ontario Canada. I have a restored 1913 McLaughlin now and hoping to get the 1916. It is a “barn find” with several other old cars and in pretty rough shape. The engine is missing the head, but the owner claims to have another complete engine. I think it is a D45, it’s left hand drive, the 1913 is right hand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted December 19, 2019 Share Posted December 19, 2019 (edited) 14 hours ago, Art Dean said: I’m in Ontario Canada. I have a restored 1913 McLaughlin now and hoping to get the 1916. It is a “barn find” with several other old cars and in pretty rough shape. The engine is missing the head, but the owner claims to have another complete engine. I think it is a D45, it’s left hand drive, the 1913 is right hand. Can you post some pictures? Especially of the engine that you need the parts for. A model 45 is a 6 cylinder car. Edited December 19, 2019 by Larry Schramm (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted October 12, 2020 Author Share Posted October 12, 2020 On 12/18/2019 at 8:13 PM, Larry Schramm said: Can you post some pictures? Especially of the engine that you need the parts for. A model 45 is a 6 cylinder car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted October 12, 2020 Author Share Posted October 12, 2020 Sorry Larry, it’s a 4 cylinder, I’m told that’s a D34. Is that correct? I ended up with the 1916 McLaughlin car and it’s going to be a large project. I have parts of 2 engines and don’t know yet if either is free or seized. I have located a few things such as steering wheel, headlights , etc., but will need engine parts and at least two wood spoke wheels and 2 steel demountable rims. If anyone knows of available parts for this car I would appreciate a lead. Thanks Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larry Schramm Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 (edited) On 10/12/2020 at 2:51 PM, Art Dean said: Sorry Larry, it’s a 4 cylinder, I’m told that’s a D34. Is that correct? I ended up with the 1916 McLaughlin car and it’s going to be a large project. I have parts of 2 engines and don’t know yet if either is free or seized. I have located a few things such as steering wheel, headlights , etc., but will need engine parts and at least two wood spoke wheels and 2 steel demountable rims. If anyone knows of available parts for this car I would appreciate a lead. Thanks Art Art, A roadster is a D-34 and a touring car is a D-35. Post some pictures as that will help. Larry Edited October 14, 2020 by Larry Schramm (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted December 16, 2020 Author Share Posted December 16, 2020 Larry Sorry, been away for a while. The 1916 McLaughlin is a touring car with side curtains which makes it a D-35 from what you have said. I'm picking away at little things as time permits. It's been a very strange and difficult year with the Covid, especially now, with the numbers rising again. I will need 2 new wood spoke front wheels, ( spokes and fellows ) I have found the steel rims. I will also need spark and throttle levers for the steering wheel, and the speedometer that runs off the gear on front right wheel, and other parts as I go forward. I haven't gotten to engine parts yet. It's a large project, I have included pics, last three 2718,2719, and 2720 are of the spare engine. Obviously, I'll need all new upholstery, top and side curtains, but have all existing ones for patterns. If any easier, my email - marshfes@gmail.com Thanks for confirming the correct model of car. Art PS - I would love to see pics of your collection if convenient! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted January 31, 2021 Share Posted January 31, 2021 Do you know what kind of wheels you need and what size? I have two front wheels, I believe they are Stanweld. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted January 31, 2021 Author Share Posted January 31, 2021 The two front wheels is all I am in need of. They are 12 spoke and demountable. They must fit my 1916 McLaughlin Buick, but I forget the size. I will check and get back to you. Thanks for the contact. I haven’t been able to find your post yet. I assume you have pics there. Regards Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagefinds Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 A lot of the Buicks of that era used Baker rims and wheels. The easiest way to tell is to look at the air hole in one of your felloe bands,if it has two pretty goodsized holes on each side of the airhole,it's a Baker. The rim would have two tits or bullits on each side of its airhole to go into the felloe band holes. You may need 26" and they are tough to find. I have one 26" felloe band with the five holes to fit a Baker rim if needed. Vince Cassidy back east,PA maybe,is a rim guy and would be a good one to check with. Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted February 1, 2021 Author Share Posted February 1, 2021 Thanks for that info, I learn something each day about this beautiful old car. I will check that tomorrow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 Stanweld wheels look essentially the same as the wheels on your car. Many Buicks used Baker wheels but Baker wheels and parts are extremely rare. I don't know what wheels McLaughlin used. I have not posted these wheels for sale so you will not find a picture in my content. If you will measure across the wheel, metal felloe to metal felloe, and tell me what size you have, I'll check these two wheels. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted February 1, 2021 Share Posted February 1, 2021 (edited) I just went back to look at the two wheels I have and I was mistaken. They are twelve spoke, front wheels and look exactly like yours except they are Kelsey wheels. The Kelsey metal felloe turn down the face on the wood felloe, so there is a slight difference. There is one rim still bolted to the wheel. If you want these, I will sell them. They are 25" wheels, measuring 24" approximate across without a rim. It looks like you have one good wheel so in actuality, you need one good wheel and rims? I belong to an online brass Buick group that is very helpful and friendly. Mclaughlins are welcome. bb@brassbuicks.group Edited February 1, 2021 by AHa (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted February 2, 2021 Author Share Posted February 2, 2021 Thank you, did you say your wheels had steel felloes? Mine are wood. My car is at a different location than my home, so I will need to go and check the wheel size and get back to you. Thanks again Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 Art, once you check, you will find that there is a steel felloe wrapped around the wood felloe, or, at least there should be. It is a thin metal ring. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted February 2, 2021 Author Share Posted February 2, 2021 OK, I will check. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1912Staver Posted February 2, 2021 Share Posted February 2, 2021 On a 1916 they are most likely Baker. As long as you can collect the needed metal parts the easiest solution is to have the wood parts made new. It also works out best in the long run as your chance of finding decent, usable 100 year old wood wheels is rather slim. You can use your rears as an example of what you need for the front. Other than the hubs the wheels themselves will be the same front and rear. Your car looks like a really decent starting point. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted February 2, 2021 Author Share Posted February 2, 2021 Thanks for that information Greg. That was actually my first thought and I agree best in the lomg run. Thanks again Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C Carl Posted February 3, 2021 Share Posted February 3, 2021 Agree 110% with Greg. Spend your time shopping for a convenient wheelwright. Of course have him, (or her ?), diagnose your rear wheels too. With brakes on the rear only, the wheels will have to be perfect. Good luck, - Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted February 3, 2021 Author Share Posted February 3, 2021 Sounds good, I agree. Thanks to all. art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibarlaw Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 Art: Where are you located? A wheelright near me in Pennsylvania is Calmer's Wheel Shop Wayensboro, PA. 717-762-5056 wdcalimer@pa.net Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C Carl Posted February 4, 2021 Share Posted February 4, 2021 (edited) Hi Larry, Art responded to the same question I asked back before Christmas. He is in Ontario , Canada. I suggested ,above , that he look for a convenient wheelwright, as USA locations these virally impacted days, will be anything but. Please , anyone reading this, can you recommend a convenient Canadian wheelwright for Art ? - Carl Edited February 4, 2021 by C Carl Spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted February 4, 2021 Author Share Posted February 4, 2021 Thanks Carl, you have a good memory. With the exchange at approx. 30% and shipping about the same as the wheel cost, it puts us Canadians at a bit of a disadvantage in buying US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted February 4, 2021 Author Share Posted February 4, 2021 I have just located a Mennonite fellow who claims he can make my wheels. He turns his own spokes, buys the wood fellows and assembles the wheels. I haven’t had a chance to get the old wheels and hubs to him yet, but he is within driving distance from me. Ot seems wheelwrights are harder to find in CA. Thanks to everyone who offered help with this. Much appreciated. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted October 31, 2022 Author Share Posted October 31, 2022 Yes, I have finally found a wheelwright in Ontario and he has finished making 4 new wood spoke wheels for my McLaughln. I paid to have them spray painted and pin striped also. I had new tires and tubes mounted and now installed on the car. They look great. my latest challenge is finding the spark advance and throttle control for the steering wheel. As stated previously it is a D35 touring car. Any help with finding this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dodge1934 Posted November 20, 2022 Share Posted November 20, 2022 It is good to see this post and hear about your car. I have a 1919 HA63 with a Northway engine. do you have the dash intruusments for your 1916 I may have one that is correct good luck with your efforts Don Roubos Alberta 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted November 20, 2022 Author Share Posted November 20, 2022 Don My dash instruments are pretty rusty and I haven’t had a chance to see how many work yet. I just removed the engine for a rebuild and restoration has been halted due to a large fire I had in April. Fortunately the car was in another building as was the 1913 McLaughlin. Let me know what parts you have. Good to see you are in Canada.🇨🇦 Best Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
broadstreet3 Posted November 21, 2022 Share Posted November 21, 2022 I have a couple thousand early dash gauges and switches. Contact me direct with your needs. Rand Broadstreet email: broadstreetltd@msn.com 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted January 4, 2023 Author Share Posted January 4, 2023 After partially recovering from a large devastating fire I am back to working on restoring my 1916 D35 McLaughlin touring car, which fortunately was stored in another building. The engine has been removed and stripped of starter generator, transmission, water pump,etc. preparing for a re-build. The head was missing which I have located on a spare 4 cylinder engine. I have one pair of rockers and one good rocker stand. I will use these to have new ones cast at a local foundry, unless someone has ones they will part with. Also missing push rods. The starter generator is complete but unsure of condition. Water pump probably seized, so I'll need to work on that. What I need is a distributor, as it is missing completely. I am also in need of a carburetor, and still looking for the spark and throttle lever setup for the steering wheel. Any help with needed parts would be greatly appreciated. I have a long road ahead with restoring this car, but I'm picking away at it as money and time permits. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1912Staver Posted January 5, 2023 Share Posted January 5, 2023 I might have a carburetor. I have lots of 1916 McL parts but almost all of them are for the 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted January 5, 2023 Author Share Posted January 5, 2023 OK thanks, I will check the spare engine I have to see if the carb is salvageable. Do you know if the valve rockers, towers, and push rods are the same on 4&6 cylinder engines? You wouldn’t happen to have the throttle and spark levers on the steering wheel by chance? Thanks again for replying Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1912Staver Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 I don't have a parts book for the 4 's. It's possible the valve train parts are the same but I somewhat doubt it. From what I remember the 4 and 6 engines are very different designs. The control levers are almost always in poor condition on these cars . I have one pair of levers that are probably usable for my own car but no decent spares. The quadant is even more prone to damage. Even the best one I have isn't very good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted January 7, 2023 Author Share Posted January 7, 2023 Thanks for that information. I was afraid they might be different. I may need to get valve train parts cast as I do have one complete set. I could probably have new levers and quadrant made also if I had a pattern. Will keep looking. Thanks again PS- What year is your car? Possible to send a picture? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arcticbuicks Posted January 7, 2023 Share Posted January 7, 2023 hi Art......do you know of a guy north of Winnipeg Manitoba .........with teens McLaughlin parts cars and parts ?.......I can dig his number up if you dont Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Dean Posted January 7, 2023 Author Share Posted January 7, 2023 No sir, I am not aware of him. It would be very much appreciated if you could send his contact my way. He is in Canada, a plus, due to the exchange rate! I look forward to hearing from you. Art Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AHa Posted January 8, 2023 Share Posted January 8, 2023 I mentioned earlier the online chat group Brass Buicks. One of our members was looking for some valve train parts for a 15/16 recently. You might think about joining. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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