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SOLVED: WTH # 328 - 1899 Holson 2-wheel electric vehicle
« on: February 28, 2014, 02:36:15 PM »
For a point, specify the year and make of this unusual vehicle
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #1 on: March 03, 2014, 10:59:57 PM »
Experts?
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #2 on: March 12, 2014, 05:27:48 PM »
Is it eletric-powered?
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #3 on: March 12, 2014, 09:40:51 PM »
It is electric powered.  The weight of the battery pack, keeps the vehicle balanced even in extreme road conditions.
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #4 on: March 13, 2014, 01:43:14 PM »
Is it from the USA and pre-1900?
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #5 on: March 13, 2014, 07:12:09 PM »
Correct AlexFrance.  From USA and pre-1900.
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #6 on: March 13, 2014, 08:37:34 PM »
I'm having real difficulties finding that vehicle, so I need to fish for more clues! :)

Is the maker of that bi-cycle known for other car-related inventions?
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #7 on: March 14, 2014, 08:03:23 AM »
The creator of this car is from Chicago, Illinois.

He has numerous patents concerning electricity.  Some would apply to cars, but they don't seem to be specifically aimed there.
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #8 on: March 20, 2014, 06:33:09 PM »
Up!

Are the Professionals ready for this one?
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #9 on: March 20, 2014, 06:59:26 PM »
I feel it has to have some connection with the 1880 Otto Dicycle:
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #10 on: March 20, 2014, 07:52:02 PM »
An 1899 two wheeled electric vehicle (car?, bicycle?) constructed by A. B. Holson of Chicago, Illinois, USA.
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Re: WTH # 328
« Reply #11 on: March 21, 2014, 08:28:40 AM »
And the point goes to 4popoid for the correct answer.

I haven't found a connection to the Otto Dicycle.
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