Short introduction: Graham Blue Streak are made during the Great American Depression (From 1932-1935) 85 horsepower Bore stroke: 3 1/4 X 4 1/2 inch stroke Compression ratio: 6.50 Displacement: 224 cu. inches 3-speed Manual transmission on the floor Aluminum Head Lockheed Hydraulic brakes Banjo-style frame This legendary Blue Streak was born in the middle of the Great Depression era. It was an engineering marvel by the Graham brothers, Ray, Robert and Joseph from 1932 to 1935. It was designed by Amos Northup, design director for Murray Corporation of America, one of the leading independent body builders of the day who also designed the famous Reo Royale and Willy’s Knight Roadster. Engineer Louis Thoms made the “banjo-frame” which is a much stronger frame that passed above and below the rear axle, dramatically increasing rigidity and control of over axle movement. The famous banjo frame, allowed a more stable ride by lowering the car by 2 1/2 inches. Former engineer, George Delaney designed hose rubber blocks as axle bumpers springs in front and rear springs where placed outboard of the frame, instead of underneath. Graham blue streaks is one of the very first cars with hydraulic lockheed brakes, the very first car to have long, sweeping skirted fenders which caught other automakers unaware causing most to work frantic overtime to incorporate the new-style fenders in their 1933 offerings. Thus; the slogan, ” The Most Imitated Car on the Road” was carried by the Graham Blue Streak cars because it was a trend-setter of its time.
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Location: Princeton, California, United States
