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| 1930 Essex Challenger 6 Series | ||
| Roadster | ||
| Standard Specifications | ||
| Show Summary |
| Original Base Price | $925.00 | |
| No. Produced | 76,158 | |
| Body | ||
| Body Maker | ||
| No. Doors | 2 | |
| Passengers | 2-4 | |
| Model Number | ||
| Weight | 2,550lbs | |
| Dimension | ||
| Wheelbase | 113 inches | |
| Length | ||
| Width | ||
| Height | ||
| Front Tread | ||
| Rear Tread | ||
| Engine | ||
| Type | Own, L-head | |
| Displacement | 160.4 cu. in. | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Bore & Stroke | 2 3/4 & 4 1/2 inches | |
| Compression Ratio-Std | 5.8 to 1 | |
| Compression Ratio-Opt | no | |
| Brake Horsepower | 60@3600 | |
| Rated Horsepower | 18.2 | |
| Torque | ||
| Main Bearings | 3 | |
| Valve Lifters | ||
| Block Material | ||
| Engine Numbers | ||
| Engine No. Location | Stamped on left side of block. | |
| Lubrication | ||
| Carburetor | ||
| Type | ||
| Make | Marvel | |
| Transmission | ||
| Type | ||
| Drive | ||
| No. Of Gears | ||
| Gear Ratios | ||
| 1st | ||
| 2nd | ||
| 3rd | ||
| 4th | ||
| 5th | ||
| Reverse |
| Clutch Type | Single plate | ||
| Clutch Size | n inches | ||
| Axle Type | Semifloating | ||
| Differential | |||
| Differential Ratio | 5.4 to 1 | ||
| Suspension | |||
| Front | Semi-elliptic leaf springs | ||
| Rear | Semi-elliptic leaf springs | ||
| Steering Gear | Worm & sector | ||
| Brakes | |||
| Service | Internal expanding on 4 wheels, mechanical | ||
| Front Size | |||
| Rear Size | |||
| Emergency | Internal expanding on 4 wheels | ||
| Size | |||
| Other Systems Specifications | |||
| Exhaust System | |||
| Ignition System | Distributor and coil | ||
| Battery | |||
| Cooling System | |||
| Radiator | |||
| Fuel Type | |||
| Mileage | |||
| Wheels, Rims & Tires | |||
| Wheel Type | Artillery | ||
| Wheel Mfr | Motor Wheel | ||
| Wheel Size | |||
| Tire Type | |||
| Tire Size | 19 x 5 | ||
| Spare Location | |||
| Capacities | |||
| Fuel | |||
| Oil | 5 Quarts | ||
| Transmission | 1 Quarts | ||
| Cooling System | 19 Quarts | ||
| Rear Differential | 2 Quarts | ||
| Front Differential | Not applicable | ||
| Transfer Case | Not applicable | ||
| Classic Rating | Not Rated | ||
| VIN/ID | |||
| VIN/Serial no. | 1,165,674 to 1,234,266 | ||
| VIN Description | |||
| VIN Location | Plate on dash under hood. | ||
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| Additional Information | |||
| The differential ratio for this model is 5.1. No. produced is total Essex calendar year production. | |||
| References | |
| The Production Figure Book for U.S. Cars Jerry Heasley | Horseless Carriage Foundation 8186 Center St. Suite F P.O. Box 4119 La Mesa CA 91944-4119 (619) 464-0301 www.hcfi.org |
| Chilton's Flat Rate Manual (1932) | Horseless Carriage Foundation |
| Automobile Trade Journal & Motor Age March 1930 | Horseless Carriage Foundation |
| Exterior Colors | ||
| Paint Type | ||
| Colors | Data not yet collected | |
| Standard/Optional Equipment | ||
| Data not yet collected | Std | |