oc-plain-dealer 1922-09-09

Certain factors contributing to smoothness and quietness of operation of the new Franklin motor have been perfected, among which the use of Duralamin for connecting rods is an innovation, says a statement of the manufacturers, received by Bob White, local Nash and Franklin distributor. This new material, by cutting off 50 per cent of the weight of corresponding steel parts, makes possible a considerable lightening of re-procating parts, succeeding thereby in reducing vibration. In the same connection, it is worthy of note that Franklin engineers were also first to introduce the use of the aluminum piston. The double flywheel effect contributing further to the contracting of vibration, results from the mounting of the Sirocco fan at the front end of the crankshaft. The crankshaft itself, case-hardened by a process perfected last year by the Franklin company, is made considerably shorter and of larger diameter than heretofore; it is also mounted on seven bearings. The introduction of the unit power maintaining perfect alignment between engine, clutch, and transmission, prevents strains and consequent irregularities, the result being apparent in even engine performance and quiet operation of the transmission gears. The standard S. A. E. shift has also been employed in the gear box and an adjustment has been put on the clutch pencil. By means of a Yald lock on the transmission, it is now possible to lock open cars either in neutral or in reverse position. Door locks are used to secure the enclosed cars. Quiet operation of the two-unit lighting and starting system, North East equipment, is coupled also with quiet starter engagement secured by the Bendix drive operating on a steel gear on the flywheel, previous Franklin have employed a single unit electrical system. A novel arrangement introduced in the latest Franklin is an air cleaner by which dust is removed from all the air that enters the carburetor. This device is of a self-acting centrifugal type employing REO SPEED WAGON There are many imitations but only one Genuine. If it isn't a Reo — it isn't a Speed Wagon. Dale & Company PACKARD C. W. Cromer, Mgr. 314 W. Center St. Phone 651 Reo Motor Car Company, Lansing, Michigan (235-18) Chassis United States Tires Royal Cord Fabrics A Tire with a National Reputation for Service and Satisfaction Chas. H. Mann 210 So. Los Angeles St. Anaheim Franklin Motor to Franklin experiments, can be readily effected with the new motor at temperatures as low as twenty degrees below zero. For this purpose Franklin employs the same type of electric vaporizer as heretofore, but with several refinements. The control of carburetor adjustments has been greatly simplified, as pressure of a magnetic button operates both the Choke and Vaporizer, and a T-handle regulates the needle valve. Chassis lubrication of the latest Franklin is by the Bowen-Empress system by means of which either oil the connection under high pressure, or grease as required is forced into There are only five grease connections on the entire car, including universal joints, and oil used for lubricating purposes as other points. Manipulation of the plunger in the oil gun builds up the desired amount of pressure and when the nipple of the gun is attached to the point to be oiled, the pressure is automatically released, resulting in flow of lubricant which flushes all old oil or grease and grit out of the bearings and replacing it with a fresh clean supply. While Franklin brakes have always had a reputation for efficiency, various improvements have been made which have increased the effectiveness of the service brake 22% and that of the emergency brake 18%. Demountable rims which answer the Franklin Company's requirements for light unsprung weight, have been made standard equipment on Series 10 in the form of the Rubsam wheel with the hollow steel felloe. This installation, according to Franklin engineers, leaves easy riding qualities unaffected. It is also claimed that the demountable rim feature is the most convenient yet devised. From the standpoint of night driving, the Mirro-Tilt lights on the Franklin are interesting. Pressure on a button on the toe-board makes it possible for the rays to be projected a considerable distance ahead of normal position, so that the roadway is given ample illumination, especially under conditions of raft travel. Upon approach of a car from the opposite direction, release of the button restores the rays to normal. An item of convenience is the gearing of the tire pump to an idler in the transmission, engagement of which can be made by turning the shifter shaft by means of a screw driver. The tube is constantly attached to the pump and is coiled under the left front seat. Riding qualities come in for improvement through the attachment of stabilizers as recommended equipment. It is claimed for the device that recoil action and sidesway of the springs is controlled, while their soft action is preserved. Suppleness of the springs themselves is obtained through employment of the full-elliptic type as heretofore. The latest Franklin is furnished in eight body types: Touring, runabout, demi-sedan, demi-coupe, sedan, brougham, coupe and touring-limousine. STUDEBAKER SALES Harry D. Riley refers to the sale of a new Studebaker big six touring car to G. H. Chesley of Brea, a light six touring to Ralph S. Jones of Anaheim, and a light six roadster to A. B. Messerall of Orange. Baldwin Refrigerators Save Ice. Stroup-Barnes Furniture Co. The FRANKLIN NEW MOTOR More power; more speed; more e New pressure air-cooling syste highest development of motor New demountable rims Lowest price in 20 years The New Car-Series 10--Has Just It will give you the finest ride you have ever had Touring Car $1950 Runabout $1900 Sedan $2850 Dessl-Sedan Dessl-Coups $2100 Brougham $2750 Touring-Limousine $3150 Bob White Company NASH 332 W. Center St., Anaheim Phone 548 EIM, CALIFORNIA Saturday, Sept. 9, 1922 LOOK FOR THIS SIGN GENERATOR REPAIRS STARTING MOTOR IGNITION SYSTEMS Equipment to make tests and repairs on the most intricate part of your Electrical apparatus. Replacement parts for all makes. G. H. ENNIS AUTOMOTIVE ELECTRIC CO. 243 So. Los Angeles St. Phone 155 Plain Dealer Want Ads Will Bring Results The LIN SIX MOTOR e speed; more economy air-cooling system—the ment of motor cooling mountable rims price in 20 years es 10--Has Just Arrived ou the finest ride ve ever had e Company FRANKLIN er St., Anaheim e 548