This engine has recently surfaced and, so far, has defied identification. Probably around two litres or less it is fitted with a Detroit Gear and Machine transmission, Eisemann G4 magneto and Zenith carburettor (not present in attached photos).
The head is fixed, the valves enclosed and a camshaft driven oil pump presumably assists a splash lubrication system.
The whole mess smells strongly of prorietary items which were once fitted to a very small American car - judging by the narrow mounting points. Best guess so far is that it is from a Car Nation but information is fairly scarce on this rather obscure make. Wikipedia suggests that the Car Nation was fitted with a Herreshoff engine but Georgano mentions that Hereshoff used Lycoming power. Is this in fact a Lycoming unit?
The Car Nation is not unknown here in Australia so they may be a chance that this guess is correct. Are there any Car Nation owners out there who may be able to confirm or deny its identity. At the same time, can anyone make an alternative suggestion.
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