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 134
e pneumatic (the one of lightconstruction, as at present largely used) where the extra cost permile run is not the first consideration. Construction of Pneumatic Tires.—The art of designing andmaking tires has advanced immensely since the first double tubepneumatics were introduced for bicycle use,… … Fio. 103.—The Grappler Tire. Instead of endless wires, this tire carries projectingflanges of metal strips at either side of the base, which press against the inner over-lapping sides of the channel rim, affording a secure attachment. ber of particulars. As we have already learned, such tires may…
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