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About Daily capital journal. (Salem, Or.) 1903-1919 | View Entire Issue (Sept. 20, 1919)
THE DAILY CAPITAL JOURNAL, SALEM, OREGON. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 1919. PAGE FIVE. THE REAM OF THE SHOW G I In a field of keen competition the Elgin Six has gained predominance in its price class by record-breaking performance. It has won highest honors in some of the most severe tests to which an automobile was ever subjected "World's Champion Light Six" is the title it has fairly earned in many strenuous contests for power, speed, endurance and economyof matKottar can sa ym words can descnbe Elgin supremacy so eloquently as the actual performance of the car itself. mhj MVuuuiuhuuuih,.m ine Hii gin oix ai iirsi attracts auenuon Decause oi us distinctive design and handsome finish. Clean simplicity and harmonious proportions, together with the long, graceful lines of bodv and ...0-r,. ... ." - "i " lauioKj ou atmuspiiere ui quajuy ana reiinemem equal in every respect to cars seliiing at two to four hood, are the outstanding features hundred dollars more money. Although the Elgin Six possesses many superior qualities, certain dominant points of construction are worthy of special attention. THE POWERFUL ELGIN MOTOR Six cylinders en bloc, large oxerhead valves. Cylin-. der head is removable. Carburetor attached to -side of -cylinder casting, with hot air connection to exhaust man ifold. The siz cylinder, high speed, valve-in-head motor has remarkable power and "pep." It is quiet and smooth running, with the latest improved method of carburetion and ignition, and requires little attention. .... The improved velvet-acting clutch is a delight to ex perienced motorists. Its smooth engagement eliminates jerks and jumps in starting the car. Very little pressure is required, and gearshifting is a pleasure instead of a constant worry. 1 1 A heavy service differential of the four-pinion type is an important feature of Elgin construction. It is the famous Brown-LipeChapin 'bevel gear differential, run ning on large annular ball bearings. . ; , , v A special method of underslung, cantilever, rear spring suspension was originated by Elgin engineers, and this construction is an exclusive Elgin feature. Elgin Six Scout Model yesterday established ne wrecord four hours, six minutes carrying four passengers from Chicago to Indianapolis, 193 miles, beating fastest express trains by 56 minutes. Average 47.7 miles per hour. 17 1-3 miles per gallon of gassoline. The motor was wonderful. Cooled perfectly. There was no water placed in the radiator enroute. Pas sengers and luggage weighed almost 800 pounds. At finish of run car was in perfect condition and ready to repeat. Strictly stock model. Of ficials of test were William K. Gibbs, formerly of Motor Age; Chester Foust, of the Chicago American;- Driver J. G. Jamison, of the Elgin sales department; fourth passenger was Elmer Ryder, Elgin engineering de partment. ELGIN MOTOR ROSE. All models ae built upon a standard chassis with 118-inch wheelbase. - DIFFERENTIAL ; The same kind of high grade differential gears are used in the Elgin Six as are giving satisfactory service in some of the highest priced cars on the market. Pinion 1 ring gears, bearings, etc., are easily accessible by re moving large over plate. ' THE GUARANTEE OF EASY RIDING Full cantilever rear spring suspension of special El gin design. Springs are swung beneath frame so as to eliminate frame stress. Riding comfort equal to any car at any price. ;--.. v -''- Particular attention is called to the Military Scout, the newest addition to the Elgin family. This model is named after the famous Elgin War . Scout, which broke . allworld's records in its 6202-mile run from Chicago to the Pacific Coast and back again, with sealed hood and chassis. worm s unampion Light Six Quality Remain Long After Price Is Forgotten SPECIFICATIONS. UNIT POWER PLANT Motor, clutch and transmission, in one unit, mounted directly to frame. Strictly three point suspension. Third point in front ebing a large bearing concentric to crank shaft. MOTOR Six cylinder en bloc, 3 1-8-in. bore, 4 1-4 in. stroke. Valves located in cylinder - head which is removable, making valves as well as means for adjustments very acces sible. ' : Crank Shaft Drop forged, heat treated, balanced and accurately finished. ' Cam ShaftHeavy drop forging with in tegral cams, three bearings.' Spiral cut timing gears; absolutely silent. ; Connecting Rods Drop forged H section, . two-bolt type. , Pistons Highest grade gray iron, accu rately fitted and relieved at waist. Horsepower S. A. E. 23.44. LubricationConstant level splash. . Cooling Thermo Syphon water circulation , with large jackets and manifolds. Large fan and V shaped hovencomb type radiator with ample cooling surf ace. CARBURETOR Special 1-in. Stromberg with hot air ejection to exhaust mani fold. " .' I, . L.- !.' Li:k IGNITION-Wagner. shaft. Separate . vertical TRANSMISSION Selective, three speeds forward, one reverse, nickel steel gears, 5-8-4 inch face, 7-9-inch pitch. Large annular ball , 'bearings. CLUTCH Famous Borg & Beck, dry plate disc. Smooth engagement, but positive when engaged. Very light pressure re quired. DRIVE Double universal propeller shaft, us ing 1 3-4-in. diameter seamless steel tubing. FRONT AXLE Drop forging heat treated, I-beam section with integral spring pads, large adjustable tie rod in rear with ball arm on left side over I-beam. Timken bearings of extra large dimensions in hubs, large grease cups on knuckles and tie rod. REAR AXLE Full floating Columbian, (housing carrying wheel bearings and sup porting weight of car). Pressed steel hous ings in which is bolted large cover plate in rear, nickel steel spiral bevel gears no lost power, no rattle. Propeller shaft, pinion, 'ring gear, differential, bearings,; adjust ments, etc., can be taken from axle without further dissembling of car. ; TORQUE ARM of unusual strength. Drive shafts are 1 1-4-in. in diameter, heat treated. Flange on outer end of drive shaft is bolted directly to rear wheel hub, and can be remov ed without disturbing wheel or . any other part. " Large annular ball bearings in rear wheel hubs. BRAKES Service brakes, external contract ing. Emergency brake, internal expanding, operating on 14-inch diameter rear hub drums, outer brake 2-inch face, inner 1 3-4 inch face. Brakes are easily adjustable for wear. Shoes are lined with asbestos and copper wire woven fabric which is very durable and friction resisting. ELECTRIC SYSTEM Self contained two unit, Wagner electric lighting and starting system. TIRES 33x4 plain tread front, 33x4 non skid rear. WHEELS Regular artillery type, best grade hickory, 10 spokes front, 12 spokes rear, 1 1-2-in. wide. RIMS Firestone. Quick, detachable, de mountable, one extra rim included in equip ment. WHEELBASE 118 inches. TREAD Standard, 56 inches. FRONT SPRINGS-Semi-elliptic, 36 in. by 2" double heat treated steel. Some Territory Open for Live Dealers On ill F ft WESTERN OREGON DISTRIBUTORS . 156 South Commercial Street, Salem, Oregon. SALEM, OREGON in. REAR SPRINGS Full cantilever, swung be neath frame, eliminating frame stress. Over all dimensions 47 in. by 2 1-4 in. double heat treated steel. FRAME Pressed steel section with upkick over rear axle. GASOLINE FEED Stewart Vacuum sys tem. STEERING GEAR Worm and full . gear type, ball thrust, ample adjustments, fore and aft movement, with automatic take up ball and socket drag link connection be tween steering arm and arm on front axle. ; CONTROL 18-inch corrugated steering wheel, on left side. Brake and gear levers in center. Spark and throttle lever, also horn button, on top of steering wheel. Foot accelerator on toe board. BODY Hardwood framework, covered with special 20-gauge sand blasted sheet steel. Yacht line with fashionable center . cowl. Upholstery bright finish long grain Gallo way leather in French pleats. Doors are flush type with concealed hinges and door locks. EQUIPMENT Includes one man "Never leak" top, folding, sectional curtains, Stew art rpeedometer, charging indicator, dash lamp; ventilating windshield, electric mo tor driven signal horn, extra tire rim, set of tools, pump and tire repair outfit, coat and f ootrails. WZBEB