Greg bowers Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hans1 Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 I have had two of them,altho not as complete as the item pictured. Used for setting ford v8 distributors 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Trucker Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 VINTAGE WINN SYNCHROMETER - Here's one on auction site "WorthPoint". There are no $$$ shown: This auction is for a vintage Winn Synchrometer by H.S. McAllister Company out of Chicago, Illinois. This rare piece includes a 6.75 by 8.75 wooden box with a metal clasp. Within the box, all necessary pieces appear to be included. This includes necessary tools and devices. The top wire of the synchrometer is missing one of the three forked pieces that would attached to a screw, but could easily be replaced with a modern equivalent. Also included in this auction is the original instruction manual, describing all features and functions of this piece.This classic, one of a kind synchrometer shows some signs of wear in keeping with a device of its age. This will ship within 2 business days of auctions end. Please contact me with questions or requests for additional images. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketraider Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Curious if you're Greg Bowers in NC who does audio turntable repair? I can see where such a neat gizmus as this synchrometer could end up with a turntable guy!😎 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg bowers Posted November 17, 2022 Author Share Posted November 17, 2022 (edited) 5 hours ago, Hans1 said: I have had two of them,altho not as complete as the item pictured. Used for setting ford v8 distributors Wait they had v- 8s in 1925? What did u do with Them ware are they now? Edited November 17, 2022 by Greg bowers (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandy Dave Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 (edited) 2 hours ago, Greg bowers said: Wait they had v- 8s in 1925? What did u do with Them ware are they now? V8's were available way earlier. I worked on around a 1916 Oldsmobile years ago with one similar to the 1915 Cadillac engine. Earliest versions were used in aircraft if memory serves me right. Also worked on a 1922 Pearless with a V8 and a 1925 Cuningham with a V8. I have a close friend with a 1922 Cadillac that also has one. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/V8_engine also https://itstillruns.com/who-invented-v-engine-4894231.html Edited November 17, 2022 by Dandy Dave (see edit history) 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dandy Dave Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 A link to the Cunningham I worked on. Yes, it was sold at Bonhams auction some time ago. The engine was 501 CID. https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/21929/lot/322/ 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Wetherbee Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 (edited) I bought mine without the instructions on eBay three years ago for $100 shipping included and it’s as complete as yours is. I have seen them listed much higher but I don’t know if they sold… Their use is to set multi-cylinder dual point distributors, my car has a 4 lobe distributor cam for an 8 cylinder engine, so those points need to fire 45 degrees from each other to keep in sync. On a 12 cylinder it would be 30 degrees apart and for a 16 cylinder they need to fire 22.5 degrees apart. I think I posted pictures here years ago using mine, but those pictures are not still in my phone but here’s one of the pictures I was sent of those instructions. If you need I can see if all the instructions are still in my phone… Edited November 17, 2022 by Mark Wetherbee (see edit history) 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Wetherbee Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Oops, it must have been $100 plus shipping. Here is that old thread: 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old car fan Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 Price? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 (edited) 29 minutes ago, Mark Wetherbee said: Oops, it must have been $100 plus shipping. Here is that old thread: Perfect example of why the moderators suggest not deleting old threads once we find our answers. Even old parts threads after we locate a part we may be wanting to buy. I used to think deleting old parts threads in order to clean up the forums was necessary but never thought someone later down the road may be looking for that part or trying to id said part.. just as this thread will surely answer questions for others who may have one sitting on a shelf who may not know what it is. Very interesting piece Edited November 17, 2022 by 30DodgePanel (see edit history) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30DodgePanel Posted November 17, 2022 Share Posted November 17, 2022 9 hours ago, Dandy Dave said: A link to the Cunningham I worked on. Yes, it was sold at Bonhams auction some time ago. The engine was 501 CID. https://www.bonhams.com/auctions/21929/lot/322/ Gorgeous car 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hans1 Posted November 18, 2022 Share Posted November 18, 2022 17 hours ago, Greg bowers said: Wait they had v- 8s in 1925? What did u do with Them ware are they now? You mean where are they now? I do not know all the useses, nor follow succesive owners of the few things that leave me. Best wishes on your sale. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertJames Posted March 9, 2023 Share Posted March 9, 2023 Greg- is this for sale? I would like to purchase it if so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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