Reply To: 1941 Champion- Help appreciated

[Jeff Hooper]

Thank you very much for the input and help. I am going check the points/condenser, make sure carb float functions, re-grease, and see if I can get it running. Will certainly help with the value, but you guys got me in the value ball park of what to expect.

The model number is still something of a head-scratcher. I included a picture of the number next to the steering column and one on the block. Both simply say “1GXXX”. No “S”, “D”, “M”, etc. in front of the 1. The block has a serial number of 30 and the steering column 137 which would seem to indicate this was an early production motor for 1941. My guess was perhaps this motor was built before the other models were decided upon. However, auto companies had this sort of thing worked well in advance of production commencing they could market.

Once again, really appreciate the help!