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1929 DuPont Model G
Not everyone who loves all kinds of cars is aware that the Duesenberg company, manufacturer of probably this country's finest automobiles in the 20's and 30's, was originally very much into racing.
The example shown below is the finest one I have personally seen. It was made in 1915.
The engine in this car is quite unique. It is referred to as a " walking beam " engine. In this case, it's a 300 C.I. motor putting out 100 H.P. at 2,500 R.P.M. Its overhead valves are directly activated by two-foot long rocker arms. This engine design also showed up in some of their " street ' cars.
1929 DuPont Model G
Not everyone who loves all kinds of cars is aware that the Duesenberg company, manufacturer of probably this country's finest automobiles in the 20's and 30's, was originally very much into racing.
The example shown below is the finest one I have personally seen. It was made in 1915.
The engine in this car is quite unique. It is referred to as a " walking beam " engine. In this case, it's a 300 C.I. motor putting out 100 H.P. at 2,500 R.P.M. Its overhead valves are directly activated by two-foot long rocker arms. This engine design also showed up in some of their " street ' cars.
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I especially appreciate the chance to see the Duesenberg racer... cool!
I'd love to have that AAA badge....
That's the good news, Taz, You don't have to know " car speak " to appreciate the art represented by these cars.
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Tom
It's interesting, Sara, that the color palettes seen in the more expensive cars of the 20's and 30's exceed in range compared to what we see today. Those old boys back then enjoyed their colors.
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Tom
Thanks for the visit, Wayne. That green Duesenberg has long been a favorite of mine.
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Tom
I agree as well, Jo.
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Tom
Thanks for committing, Eric. You can go to a lot of great shows and never see a Duesenberg racer. In this case I was stunned to come across several of them.
I've also had my eye on that AAA badge. I wonder at what point it was attached to the car.
See you buddy,
Tom
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Might help answer the question about the AAA badge, it ran the 1916 Sheephead Bay AAA 1000.
I like reading about the history of old racers, thought others might, too.
Thanks for the additional info. The more we can talk up the history behind the cars we admire, the greater the benefit will be for all of us car guys.
Take care,
Tom
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Thanks, Cristóbal. I appreciate your continued support.
Take care buddy,
Tom
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Gosh, Mary, what a real treat to hear from you. I trust you and John are doing well.
Keep your eyes open.....I've always got a nice one or two red jewels tucked away just for you.
Stay warm,
Tom