1922 Durant A-22

Special features

  • Simplicity and strength of construction.
  • Accessibility of all parts to minimize maintenance cost.
  • Rigidity of chassis frame accomplished by the use of the "tubular backbone".
  • Motor designed by Durant engineers, valve in head type.
  • Alemite system of lubrication.

Models and prices

Body stylePrice
Roadster$890.001
Touring$890.001
Coupe$1,365.001
Sedan$1,365.001

Serial number range

  • N-1222 to N-13441 (roadster)
  • N-2 to N-15407 (touring)
  • N-2485 to N-15275 (sedan)
  • N-2486 to N-15184 (coupe)

Specifications

Engine4 cylinder, overhead-valve type, fully encased. Bore: 3-7/8", stroke: 4¼"; S.A.E. rating 24 horsepower; brake horsepower at 1800 r.p.m. 35.
LubricationCirculating splash with pump.
Cooling systemBy centrifugal pump through honeycomb radiator; adjustable fan.
Fuel systemVacuum feed from 13½ gallon tank on rear.
Electric system2-unit; generator with starting motor; distributor and coil mounted on generator; battery of ample capacity.
ClutchSingle plate disc, requiring lubrication but once a year.
TransmissionSelective; 3 speeds forward and reverse; mounted as separate unit.
Front axleI-Beam forging, "reverse Elliot" type. Timken tapered roller bearings.
Rear axle¾-floating; live axles removable from hubs. Ring and pinion, chrome nickel steel, spiral cut teeth. Timken tapered roller bearings.
Steering gearWorm and wheel type.
BrakesInternal and external on rear wheels; 12" diameter.
FrameStandard drop frame, reinforced by "tubular backbone".
SpringsHalf-elliptic. front 34"x2"; rear 48"x2".
WheelsTires, 31"x4", all-weather tread on rear; on demountable rims.
Chassis lubricationAlemite system throughout.
Wheelbase109 inches
Standard equipmentLatest drum shaped headlights with legal lenses; dash light; license holder; electric horn; speedometer; demountable rims with extra rim; ignition lock; robe rail; Alemite pump; complete set of tools.
BodyStream-line; genuine leather upholstery. Full five-passenger capacity with plenty of leg room. Special tire carrier bolted to frame. Instrument board finished in Circassian walnut. Crown fenders, reinforced.

References

  • [DFR-DS] V16#1, V16#3
  • [ODL] A-22-104