mll Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 The Loco model 48 came with a Berling dual ignition in 1919. By the mid 1920s they had changed over to a Delco dual ignition. Does anyone know what model Delco that was? Or does anyone know what other ignition systems would bolt on to this motor? I have heard that Henschel and Bosch both built units that worked with this car. Any help would be great! Attached a photo of the Berling. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Layden B Posted May 14, 2006 Share Posted May 14, 2006 Delco 5216 and 5258 ( stamped on the aluminum housing) were both Locomobile and had the 2 cap setup. 5202,5216, and 5225 were used on Pierce and will work as these all have an SAE standardized magneto mounting base pattern. The single cap 5265 from a Pierce will work as well. Splitdorf and Atwater-Kent built double cap distributor units similar to the Delco as replacements for magnetos and therefore they will substitute. Hentschell is a modern unit that uses modern components and is built along the general idea of the others. Of course any other magneto with an SAE base will bolt on. If the pictured mag is yours and giving trouble, have it rebuilt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mll Posted May 18, 2006 Author Share Posted May 18, 2006 Thanks for the info. Very helpful!!! Marc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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