Nice overview, even a tip to Tatra T87

50C8DAN

https://ateupwithmotor.com/model-histories/step-down-hudsons/?cookie-state-change=1527816981067

I did not know the Tatra was an influence on the stepdown design! Who knew???

Lance

Dan, Not only the Tatra T 87 but also the Citroen Traction Avant was an influence..   Spring had several of these cars purchased and brought back to Detroit prior to WW2 for study . Had them hidden in the top floors of the Engineering section.   The actual stepdown design was about complete by 1943. 

bob ward

Thanks Ken, that is fascinating.

super651

That is a very well built Engine Ken. I have seen them on the road before but never knew what the engine looked liked .  Thanks Ken very much. PAL  RUDY B.
The Turbo. 46 Hudson MAN.

GrimGreaser

Ah, "How to Keep Your Volkswagen Alive"... That brings back some memories...  

What would every peice of a Stepdown look like...

SwampyMeadows

Speaking of Tatras, check out this OHC V-8 T 87 that is up for auction:

https://bringatrailer.com/2018/06/08/rear-mounted-magnesium-ohc-v8-1950-tatra-t87/