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In search of steam
After Mr. Padley-Smith had written to Motor Sport to inquire if any of the Foden steam drays once operated by Meux's brewery still exist, a surprisingly large number of correspondents responded,…
BRIEF SPECIFICATION
BRIEF SPECIFICATION
Engine ,• Eight cylinders. Two blocks of four cylinders at 90 degrees. Bore 78 mm., stroke 95 mm., capacity 3,630 c.c. R.A.C. rating 30.01 h.p. Side valves. Double downdmught carburetter. Coil ignition.
Gear-box : Three Speeds and reverse. Synchro-mesh second and top, Ratios 4.11, 6.59 and 11.59 to 1.
Suspension : Transverse half-elliptic springs.
Brakes : Cable operated.
Dimensions : Wheelbase 9 it. 4 hi.
Track : Front 4 ft. 7 in. Rear 4 ft. Of in.
Weight of four-door saloon 26 cwt.
Price : £250.
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