Self-propelled vehicles; a practical treatise on the theory, construction, operation, care and management of all forms of automobiles (1906)
Homans, James E. (James Edward), b. 1865 · New York, T. Audel & Company · leaf 112
WHEELS. 99 wheel, and their proximity at the hub, where dirt and moistureare collected, prevents easy cleaning and promotes rust. Onthe point of elasticity Mr. Duryea says: As a matter of fact,the wood wheel is far more elastic than the steel wheel, as may bereadily seen by watching a light buggy… … Fig. 86.—Oldsmobile Runabout with wooden wheels. wood wheels are used instead of wire ones. While it is true thatthe pneumatic tire practically removes the necessity of an elasticwheel, there is no need of refusing to accept a valuable feature.On the wagons manufactured by Mr. Duryeas company…
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