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Newspaper
High Point Enterprise
Location
High Point, North Carolina, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1930
Page
14
Graham introduces sixes with larger bodies and stronger construction in a sub thousand dollar class. Chief engineer Louis Thoms claims 115 inch wheel bases exceed rivals, with a 66 horsepower engine built on seven bronze backed bearings. He notes crankshaft bearing area of 81.4 square inches, far larger than competing cars, reducing wear.
A feature article on the Graham six car highlights its performance and safety systems. It notes 66 brake horsepower at 3200 rpm, borealite pistons, sili chrome steel exhaust valves, submerged oil pump, fin and tube radiator, cam and lever steering, adjustable front seat, and hydraulic internal expanding Graham brakes praised for safety and low maintenance.
While strolling with a friend the author muses on the epitaphs that future residents will stamp on his door. The moment recalls a tablet noting a poet once lived there and sparks a sly exchange about memorials and titles.
Detroit and Pittsburgh reports say Ford Model A exterior parts use Allegheny metal a chromium nickel alloy. Rolls Royce hub caps and Pierce Arrow trunk racks are planned with the material. Editors claim the alloy is rustproof, hard, non magnetic and castable, potentially ending chrome plate dominance.
The Willys Overland 1930 Willys Six features a new mounting system that cradles the engine on rubber at four points to reduce vibration. Engineers say the front plate rests on rubber washers and a heavy rear casting links to steel brackets via rubber pads, eliminating engine rumble at speed.
A method uses 24 gauge sheets measuring about 30 1 2 by 85 inches weight 17 1 2 pounds each to produce two radiator shells a head lamp a tail lamp and smaller parts with minimal waste. An additional sheet covers two head lamps cowl strips and nearly all bright metal for two cars.
Frigidaire Corporation reports a record first quarter 1930 with higher employment driven by labor saving machinery. E G Biechler notes the hydrator enhancement boosts demand for its household electric refrigerator as the company anticipates further records.
An AC Spark Plug company bulletin explains air cleaners trap dust on oily surfaces before air enters the carburetor. The cleaner works effectively only while oily paths remain free of duet buildup. once surfaces are coated the cleaner loses efficiency.
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