Hudsy Wudsy Posted October 8, 2020 Share Posted October 8, 2020 There is a 1925 Chandler for sale on C/L in WI to which I will share a link. I mention it for it's own sake, but especially to ask you guys to speculate about the device under the hood. It's near the carburetor, on the driver's. It's purpose could be twofold, having something to do with fresh air intake or maybe a heater for the interior. I could try to speculate, but I think that I'll enjoy listening to you learned souls explain it to me: https://wausau.craigslist.org/atq/d/marshfield-chandler-sedan-de-luxe/7209984361.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff Perkins / Mn Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 Looks like a home made hot air heater to me. I do not see an outlet in the passenger compartment photos. My Model A has an accessory hot air heater which works excellent.....extends my driving season, especially with the Mrs. along. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_Mereness Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 By the way, the Chandler is a neat car and very worthwhile - has a lot of potential in looks. I would probably do a little customizing though and relocate the spare tire from the rear mount to one (or two) sidemount(s). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58L-Y8 Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 My reference list the 1925 Chandler Model 33 as a 288.6 ci L-head Six. Looks like an OHV by the photos. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted October 9, 2020 Author Share Posted October 9, 2020 Yes, I agree I meant to take a close look at Buick sixes, but forgot. It's a transplant for sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dibarlaw Posted October 9, 2020 Share Posted October 9, 2020 Sure looks like a 1926 Buick Master engine. Just missing the spark plug cover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hudsy Wudsy Posted October 10, 2020 Author Share Posted October 10, 2020 I have to admit that I don't have a clue as when hot water heaters became the norm. I suppose that basic water pumps, like this Buick engine had, weren't necessarily enough to guarantee system wide circulation. The scavenged heat off of the radiator must have come out through a vent under the floor somewhere I suppose. It looks to me like a pretty elaborate set up, but it was Wisconsin car, so any heat is valued greatly. I wonder if it wasn't home made? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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