Marmon Sixteen Firing Order Plate

Object/Artifact

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Simeone Foundation Automotive Museum

Name/Title

Marmon Sixteen Firing Order Plate

Entry/Object ID

2024.14.161

Description

The metal plate displays technical information for the "Marmon Sixteen" engine. The primary text on the plate indicates the "FIRING ORDER" in two rows to show the proper ignition sequence. Additionally, the bottom section specifies the "VALVE CLEARANCE 008 HOT," This would be vital information for technicians coming along later to maintain the engine.

Collection

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone Founder Collection, Simeone - Automobilia

Category

Automobilia, Marmon Motor Car Company

Acquisition

Accession

2024.14

Source or Donor

Dr. Frederick A. Simeone

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1931

Dimensions

Height

4.6 cm

Width

10 cm

Location

Wooden Display Box

DB16

Second Floor

Simeone Library

Condition

Overall Condition

Fair