1924 Rugby F

Special features

  • Based on the 1924 Star model F . See the Star fact sheet for more information.
  • A new 30 horsepower engine.
  • All cars equipped with full tool kits, side curtains, five rims and tires.

Models and prices

Body stylePrice
Single-Seater (with battery ignition)£2651
Single Seater (with magneto ignition)£2751
Five Seater (with battery ignition)£2751
Five Seater (with magneto ignition)£2851
Closed Commercial Vehicle1

1 1924 prices, Australian pounds, f.o.b. Sydney

Specifications

EngineFour-cylinder, L-head type, detachable head; bore, 3-1/8"; stroke, 4-1/4"; 130.4 cubic inches. 35 horsepower at 1800 r.p.m.
CylindersCast en-bloc with upper half of crankcase.
Valves1-1/2" diameter; 5/16" lift.
Piston and connecting rod assemblyPiston and connecting rod assembly can be removed from top or bottom of case. equipped with three piston rings.
Crankshaft bearingsFront, 1-1/2" diameter by 1-25/32"; center, 1-1/2" by 1-9/16"; rear, 1-1/2" by 2-3/4".
Camshaft bearingsFront, 1-3/4" by 1-3/8"; center, 1-5/8" by 1"; rear, 1-1/2" by 1-19/32".
Engine lubricationThe oiling system is the force feed type. The oil gear pump is driven directly from the rear of the camshaft and feeds through the camshaft to all camshaft bearings and to holes drilled in the case to the main crankshaft bearings, to the camshaft arms, to the connecting rods and bearings
Cooling systemHoneycomb type radiator; 16-inch fan; four blades; water pump; radiator capacity, 8 quarts.
CarburetorOne-inch, single jet. Exhaust and intake manifold mounted on left side of engine to which carburetor is attached.
ClutchSingle plate, dry type, enclosed in flywheel; easily removable without disturbing engine or transmission.
Transmission–
Front axleStandard drop-forged "I" beam section with Elliott type steering mechanism. Wheels are adjustably mounted on roller bearings.
Rear axleSemi-floating, simple design, with spiral-bevel ring gear and pinion.
Steering gear–
BrakesExternal contracting; internal expanding; 10-inch brake drums. Easy accessible adjustment is provided.
SpringsFront, 33-5/8" long; rear, 49" long.
Tires30" x 3-1/2", non-skid cord all around on all models.
Wheelbase102 inches.
Controls–
Starting, lighting, ignitionGenerator; starting motor; igniter and coil. Unaffected by weather conditions.
Standard equipment–

References

  • [DFR-DS] V14#3