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Update Info - 1931 Franklin Duesenberg Lens (updated Info)

  • johnmereness
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01 May 2022 17:19 - 01 May 2022 17:19 #45316 by johnmereness
A 1930 Franklin uses an 11 1/2 inch lense and they also fit Duesenberg.
A 1931 and 1932 Franklin uses a 12 inch lense and my understanding is they are unique or may also fit a Marmon.
11 1/2 have been reproduced over time
12 inch is a pretty rare lense still
Sorry, no pot of gold, but still work a solid couple hundred dollars if 12"

JMM
Last edit: 01 May 2022 17:19 by johnmereness.

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  • Justin Kerns
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30 Mar 2022 00:40 #45092 by Justin Kerns
I believe Model A Duesenberg used Monogram lenses but am unsure of the diameter.

Justin
1932 Auburn 12-160A Sedan
1933 Auburn 12-161A Sedan

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25 Mar 2022 03:53 #45069 by mikespeed35
Replied by mikespeed35 on topic 1931 Franklin Duesenberg Lens
I think Franklin are 12".

Mike Huffman

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25 Mar 2022 01:42 - 25 Mar 2022 01:43 #45065 by Jeffedit88
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Thank you I will look for the marking.
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25 Mar 2022 01:24 #45064 by pete kelly
Replied by pete kelly on topic 1931 Franklin Duesenberg Lens
The size of the lens is embossed on the lip under the ring.
Duesenberg used 11 1/2"

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24 Mar 2022 21:15 - 27 Mar 2022 23:05 #45063 by Jeffedit88
I have pair of what are labeled 1931 Franklin Duesenberg Headlight Lenses. I am looking for more information on what they might go on or if the the label is correct. I am cleaning out my fathers storage and we mostly have classic car parts for American cars but I found a set of lenses.
Also what is a good place to list them for sale?

They measure 12"
The Lenses have written on the glass:
MFG. BY Monogram Lens Corp.
Detroit Mich USA 12 IGC
PAT 11-23-20. 7-3-23. 3.29-27.
Twilite Lens
Twilite Headlamp
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