Promotional brochure detailing the features and specifications of the Lincoln V-12 cylinder motor cars.
| Identifier | ExFiles\Box 119\3\ scan0205 | |
| Date | 14th September 1934 guessed | |
| THESE MOTOR CARS ARE OFFERED TO YOU AS THE LINCOLN A WELL-ROUNDED, FINISHED PRODUCT THAT EXPRESSES MORE CLEARLY THAN EVER BEFORE THE ESTABLISHED HIGH IDEALS OF THE LINCOLN MOTOR COMPANY. AFTER years of manufacture, Lincoln has brought the development of the V-type 12-cylinder engine to a high degree of perfection. In the light of this experience Lincoln is now building a 12-cylinder engine of only one design. In it are featured all those mechanical refinements that have been proved superior to the satisfaction of engineer and owner. The Lincoln now offers you 12-cylinder power and smoothness—the ultimate in fine car performance, new features of safety, new ease of handling, greater economy of operation—and in addition, important refinements of body design and finish that bring to owners a new appreciation of motoring comforts. MECHANICALLY AS NEARLY PERFECT AS POSSIBLE THE LINCOLN is now available in two wheelbase lengths, 136-inch and 145-inch. The entire chassis, from bumper to bumper, from the smallest to the largest part, represents Lincoln's single high standard of excellence and the advanced position to which fine car manufacture has progressed. STANDARDS OF MEASUREMENT in the building of this motor car are controlled by Johansson gages, remarkable measuring devices that are recognized as standards of accuracy by the United States Bureau of Standards and other international authorities. Thus every part, to pass the tests of acceptance for a Lincoln car, must be virtually perfect in its dimensions. THE LINCOLN FRAME, of characteristic ruggedness, is constructed with an X-type cross member near the center and tubular cross members at front and rear to assure greatest strength and accuracy of alignment of side members, even under the most unfavorable road conditions and the severest driving stresses. THE V-TYPE ENGINE, with 12 cylinders arranged at an angle of 67 degrees between the cylinder blocks, has been designed for utmost smoothness of operation. In order that power impulses may not be transmitted to the chassis frame, the engine is mounted at four points in rubber. Horsepower developed is 150 at 3200 r.p.m., more than sufficient for any normal demand. This power flows smoothly at all speeds, due in part to the overlapping of power impulses. The V-type design permits a compact and rigid construction. To keep heat away from the floor boards, exhaust pipes are carried forward of and below the engine. ALUMINUM CYLINDER HEADS are now a feature of the Lincoln engine. This construction permits a higher compression ratio, yet does not require the use of special premium fuels. The higher pressures resulting from this higher compression ratio provide a more efficient conversion of fuel into power. Greater power and more rapid acceleration are thus obtained without increasing fuel consumption. Cylinder heads are polished. AN OIL TEMPERATURE REGULATOR now keeps the engine oil at proper temperature for efficient lubrication. It prevents the oil from overheating and breaking down at high speeds or under adverse driving conditions. With the regulator located in the water pump housing, temperature of the oil passing through it is controlled by the temperature of the engine cooling system. Thus the oil is warmed in winter and cooled in summer. THE TRANSMISSION is equipped with a synchronizing mechanism. All gear shifting is easy, quiet and precise. Free wheeling is standard equipment on all Lincoln cars with the 145-inch chassis or optional at additional cost on 136-inch chassis. The improved one-plate clutch, of unusually large dimensions, permits a smooth engagement with minimum pedal pressure and is remarkably durable, requiring infrequent attention or adjustment. NEW LINCOLN MECHANICAL VACUUM POWER BRAKES, of the two-shoe type, designed for maximum safety and efficiency of operation under all conditions, are now designed with both shoes anchored on one pin. They are floating in their action for maximum contact with the drums, soft and smooth in braking effectiveness. There are no outside moving parts. Flexible cables run directly from the chassis into each of the four brake drums. A VACUUM BOOSTER is incorporated in the braking system, further decreasing the pressure needed on the brake pedal. This is a feature of particular interest to women drivers. By means of a control lever, conveniently placed on the steering column, the driver may adjust the pressure of the booster to any condition of road or weather. THE ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM is of a size and design to assure an even motor temperature with the resultant superior type of performance. The water capacity of the system is unusually large. The radiator is equipped with shutters which open and close automatically. By this device the water in the system is kept at all times within a temperature range that contributes to most efficient engine operation. SIDE HOOD VENTILATORS are operated automatically by individual thermostats—an added assurance of proper engine temperature under all driving conditions. AN IMPROVED STEERING MECHANISM makes the Lincolns of today even easier to handle and control than in the past. Composed of drop-forged parts, larger than usually considered necessary, with an increased leverage, this mechanism calls for the smallest amount of effort and insures the greatest safety of control. A shock dampener at the forward end of the left front spring contributes to steering stability at all speeds. NEW CRANKSHAFT AND CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS are used in the Lincolns of today. Developed for high speed airplane engines, these bearings consist of a composition of copper and lead with steel backings. They are extremely durable and resist wear at the highest speeds. A CLEAR VISION BODY VENTILATING SYSTEM adds greatly to the enjoyment of Lincoln motoring. This new feature, developed and perfected by Lincoln, is very simple in its operation, permitting—without draft—the desired amount of air. Each door glass and each side window glass is raised and lowered as formerly by means of a rotating lever. When controlled ventilation is required, additional turnings of the lever will slide the glass approximately an inch and a half away from the side frame of the window into the opposite window pillar. These openings are so designed that air is drawn from and into the interior, as desired, and without the creation of a draft. In some closed body types an additional exhaust ventilator is constructed in the dome light of the rear compartment. EVERY LINCOLN IS FULLY EQUIPPED, delivered to its purchaser ready for immediate enjoyment. All bodies are equipped with safety glass throughout. Front seats are adjustable. Standard equipment consists of inside adjustable sun visors, five or six steel-spoke wheels and tires, according to body type, automatic shock absorbers, twin stop and backing lights, front and rear bumpers, rear view mirror, two windshield wipers with vacuum pump attachment to insure desired operating speed regardless of engine load, electric clock, 110-mile clocktype speedometer, electric cigar lighter and ash receptacle on dash. Many additional appointments are included with certain body types. In addition to the standard body types, Lincoln offers also at this time an advanced series of custom-built motor cars. Each one is characterized by the precision-built excellence of the Lincoln mechanism in conjunction with the latest and finest expressions of leading custom body builders. On the Lincoln V-12 cylinder chassis with 145-inch wheelbase these superlative body types are available to those who insist upon the utmost in motoring transportation—the Brunn Brougham, Brunn Cabriolet, the Brunn Convertible Coupe, the Judkins Sedan-Limousine, the Judkins two-window Berline, the Judkins three-window Berline, the Willoughby Limousine, the Dietrich Convertible Sedan, the Le Baron Convertible Roadster. The Lincoln dealer nearest you will be glad to supply you with any additional information about this new series of Lincoln V-12 cylinder motor cars. Image Captions: The V-type 12-cylinder engine which develops 150 horsepower has aluminum cylinder heads for greater operating efficiency. New oxidized aluminum alloy pistons and airplane type heavy duty bearings improve performance. The oil temperature regulator, a small radiator in the water pump housing, controls oil temperature. Provides quicker warming up in cold weather, more efficient warm weather cooling and reduced oil consumption. Lincoln two-shoe brakes are equipped with a vacuum booster to augment pedal pressure. Operation is unusually smooth and quiet because of the new cable-conduit control. The Lincoln frame is of X-type, with deep side members and rugged cross members. Engine mounted in rubber at four points. New single-plate clutch. Synchronized transmission. Torque tube drive. Exceptionally long springs. The Lincoln radiator has 15 per cent greater cooling capacity. Equipped with thermostatically controlled shutters to maintain engine at proper temperature for greater efficiency. All Lincolns are now equipped with asymmetric headlights to provide adequate road illumination without 'glare' to passing drivers. In the 'passing' position the left light beam is lowered while the right remains stationary. [Diagram text: HEIGHT OF LAMP CENTER TO FLOOR LEVEL, CENTER OF CAR, WIDTH OF LAMP CENTERS ... 35 1/4", FLOOR LEVEL] Lincoln side hood ventilators are operated by thermostats and, in conjunction with the radiator shutters, provide a proper temperature in the engine compartment. All Lincoln closed bodies are equipped with a clear-vision ventilating system which is easily operated and provides—without draft—the proper amount of air. Additional ventilator in dome lights of V-12-145 closed bodies. | ||
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