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  1. #1
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    Dec 2007
    Victoria, Texas
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    Another Brass What's-it.

    Here’s another brass item I like to get identified. I have two of these and one looks like it had been chrome plated at one time. I was told these were to clamp a spare tire on the running boards of an old automobile. It made sense, but I can’t find any photos of cars that had this type of clamps, so I’m thinking they are for something else. Maybe oilfield related? The inside measures 6 ľ” across. Any ideas would be appreciated.
    Thanks,
    Charles
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  2. #2
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    Dec 2004
    South Florida
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    Re: Another Brass What's-it.

    It looks like a large conduit pipe bracket but I dont know if they are made so large.
    I live in a state of rules where I am not permitted to live on my own country land because my home is not 130 MPH rated! I can only visit it from time to time and pay the fines.  I feel so safe with Big Government protecting me. In some states its illegal to collect rainwater.

  3. #3
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    Oct 2006
    Millbrook, AL
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    Re: Another Brass What's-it.

    Looks like some so sort of digging tool, but prob not if brass. Cool looking.
    “It's easier to resist at the beginning than at the end. ”
    - Leonardo da Vinci

  4. #4
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    May 2010
    Spotsylvania VA
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    Re: Another Brass What's-it.

    clamp to hold tires in the wheel wells on early cars
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  5. #5
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    Oct 2006
    Millbrook, AL
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    Re: Another Brass What's-it.

    Quote Originally Posted by kracer55
    clamp to hold tires in the wheel wells on early cars

    Wow, guess that takes care of that one pretty quick, Great work.
    “It's easier to resist at the beginning than at the end. ”
    - Leonardo da Vinci

  6. #6
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    Dec 2007
    Victoria, Texas
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    Re: Another Brass What's-it.

    Quote Originally Posted by kracer55
    clamp to hold tires in the wheel wells on early cars
    Thanks kracer55.
    Do you happen to kwon what model car that is?

  7. #7
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    May 2010
    Spotsylvania VA
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    Re: Another Brass What's-it.

    I just did a searh for sidemount tire clamp to get a pic. I think that one said it was an Olds.
    Here a link is a pair for sale on ebay
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/1910S-20s-30...-/250934464642

  8. #8
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    Dec 2004
    South Florida
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    Re: Another Brass What's-it.

    Quote Originally Posted by kracer55
    clamp to hold tires in the wheel wells on early cars
    Great ID. Im surprised you beat creskol. 8)
    I live in a state of rules where I am not permitted to live on my own country land because my home is not 130 MPH rated! I can only visit it from time to time and pay the fines.  I feel so safe with Big Government protecting me. In some states its illegal to collect rainwater.

  9. #9
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    Jun 2006
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    Re: Another Brass What's-it.

    Now that's a great ID. Bravo!
    Spring 2012 CaneField Bandits Totals:
    TEN Half Reales:
    1740, 1777, 1784, 1796, 1801, 180?, 1806, 1807, 1808, and 1814
    1836 8 Reales
    A 17?? One Real
    1819 Token/Jeton
    Two "Russian Blue" Trade Beads
    Henry Clay Campaign Button
    FIVE Early New Orleans Seated Coins:
    1838-O Dime (no stars), Three 1839-O Half Dimes, an 1840-O Dime, and an 1842-O Half Dime
    1892 Barber Dime
    1918 Walking Liberty Half
    1866 and 18?? Shield Nickels, and some GawGag V's and Beefaloes.
    Military Relics:
    Possible Spanish Colonial Era Cap Badge
    FOUR War of 1812 Artillery Buttons
    1820s Pewter Militia "U.S." Button
    CW Eagle Artillery Cuff Button
    CW Eagle Infantry Officer's Coat Button
    3-Ringers, Enfields, Musketballs, and Shell Fragments

    Any relics, coins, or other items appearing in my finds posts were found on PRIVATE PROPERTY with total consent and permission from the owners of said property.

 

 

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