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KING MIDGET MODEL III
Dry
and Orcutt introduced the Model 3 King Midget in 1957. The basic
body design of this model was used through the end of
production. Other significant changes included unit body
construction, with the frame and all fixed body components
welded together for strength, four wheel hydraulic brakes, and
9.2 horsepower.
As time progressed, other improvements evolved. The Philippine
mahogany doors were replaced by aluminum doors and, near the
end, steel doors. The electrical system was upgraded from 6 to
12 volts in 1961. The old standby Wisconsin AENL engine was
replaced by a 12 horsepower Kohler K301 engine in 1966. The
clicker low speed pulley was replaced by a silent Borg-Warner
one-way clutch in 1967. The brown canvas top was replaced by a
vinyl covered black or white top. An optional electric
windshield wiper was offered, along with a windshield washer,
radio, carpeted panels, floor mats, safety belts and new paint
colors: Corinthian white, Rangoon red, yellow, blue and aqua.
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