Harrisburg telegraph. [volume] (Harrisburg, Pa.) 1879-1948, 1915-06-12
Additional Description Of
the New Overland Model

The seats of the new $3.50 Overland
are roomy with high, comfortable
backs. The divan upholstery cushions
are built on deep, resilient coiied
springs while the covering is of the
durable waterproof gray cloth which
recently has become so popular be-
cause 1t is so much more comfortable
n upholstery is trimmed with
leather.
In construction of the body much
attention has been given to interior re-
11nements, which will be appreciated
by the experienced motorists. There
are large pockets in all of h doors.
The back of the front seat is protected
by a covering of upholstery cloth.
The mohair top is one-man type with
a single set of bows, which permit 1t
to be easily raised n lowered. The
curtains are of an improved type fast
ening from the inside to the top bows,
which makes attachment easier and
eliminates tapping. The curtains may
be stored in pockets in the top. The
built-up windshield is of the rain
vision, full ventilating type. Its ad-
justment is universal.
The body finish is of rich Brewster
green with stripping of ivory white.
Fittings are of polished nickel and
aluminium. Tenders and trimmings
are black enameled.
The steering column is placed at the
left with the gear shifting levers in
the center. An advantage which
proved highly popular in Model so
and which is continued in this seasons
car is the switch box for electric con
troll which is attached to the right side
or the steering column two inches be-
low the wheel. Through this the cleo
trio horn, front lash and tail lights
Inc ignition may De controlled without
stopping from the driving position.
me keys are removable, thus locking
the switches. The instrument board
serves as a second anchorage for the
steering column. eliminating practic-
ally all vibration.
The starting and lighting system is
OF a most effective two-unit type, en-
tirely separate from the ignition, per-
hitting the simplest possible wiring.
A nigh tension magnetic is used for
Ignition. No dry cells are required.
Cooling Is by the same thermo-
syphon, or natural circulation system,
as that which proved so effective on
last seasons cars. The large fan runs
smoothly on ball bearings
A constant level splash system pro-
Vides thorough fabrication under all
conditions of usage. The oil base has
a capacity of eight quarts. A float
gauge indicates the amount of oil in
the crank case.
An oil sight feed indicator has a
SINAI revolving wheel which is kept
in motion by the flow of oil and is
always clearly visible. This furnishes
the best OF assurance hat fabrication
is right. This device is located on the
cow dash instrument board together
with the magnetic speedometer, am
meter and the carDureter printing but
ton.
The carbureter is of an improved
type with a hot air attachment for
both primary and auxiliary air ports.
1t is exceedingly simple in adjustment.
The aXles used in last seasons Over
land are unchanged. The rear axle
is of a floating type with four bevel
differential gears of double heat
treated nickel steel. The front axle is
an I-beam section, drop forged in ore
heat without welding. The steering
knuckles are so made as to give an
unusually short turning radius.
The brakes are large and powerful
enough for a much heavier car. The
front springs are semi-elliptic. Those
in the rear are three-quarters elliptic
and are slung under the axle in sup
ports which swivel on the axle hous-
ing.
Tires are S3 by 4 inches, quick de-
tachable with non-skid in e De-
mountable rims are used.
The equipment is unusually COM
plete, including, in addition to the
features already mentioned, a built-in,
~rain-vision, ventilating type wind
shield, head light DINNERS, dash light,
muff1er cutout, combination tail-light
and license bracket, hinged robe rail,
foot rest, tire carriers in rear, extra
demountable rim, full set of tools, tire
repair kit, jack and pump.