Packard Discussions on Classic Car Forum

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derbythesurfcom — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 23:22:03 +0000

Can anyone tell me what year the packard whent out of buissness and what there last car produced was?

Thanks Nick Hansen

Derham

CharlieM — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 22:37:15 +0000

I just purchased a '39 12 club coupe with the 139 inch wheel base and I beleive the car to be a derham bodied car but there are no badges on it. Is there anyway to tell if it is or are there any records somewhere that might show if it is a Derham car? I know Packard records can be sketchy at best but I hoping maybe there might be a record from Derham.

Power window switch

SuperDave — Thu, 05 Jul 2012 19:50:40 +0000

I need a power window switch.. Fits a 49-50 Packard.. any one have one?

Coolant Circulation in the 352cid Packard

SaveTheHash — Sat, 05 May 2012 14:05:20 +0000

Has anyone customized an electric water pump for this engine? I am slightly confused by the flow, but I think I have it down. I just removed the factory a/c unit and was wondering if I should block off the rear passenger side head and the back of the water pump structure leading to the heat.

Sorry for my lack of knowledge, I am just confused as to how to make this work.
SaveTheHash

55 56 Packard issues/projects.

RenegadeV8 — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 17:19:24 +0000

Anyone currently working on or replacing V8 motor mounts????

Howabout TreadleVac work??? (start a treadlevac thread).

Air conditioning????? (start an AC thread)

Engine oil pumps???? (start an engine oil pump thread).

ANYTHING????

Packard TV commercials

BenFlux — Sun, 08 Apr 2012 22:01:16 +0000

Stumbled upon this and thought it might make for an entertaining thread...

1941 Packard fender

Mon, 29 Nov 2010 05:12:34 +0000

I picked this NOS fender up a while back from an old body shop inventory -- is it a 41 Packard fender ??

power brakes

52 packard — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:00:49 +0000

Does anyone know where I might be able to find a power brake master cylinder for a 52 Packard 200?

1955 Patrician Battery Pos Gnd

packman55 — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 19:06:41 +0000

Hi. I am new to the forum. But I realized that the 55 Packard, while using a 12V battery, has a POSITIVE ground. Can anyone give me step-by-step info what I must do to switch to Negative ground? I want to install a brand new 8-track under dash for "ambiance."

Thanks

Ted

packard1955@sbcglobal.net

352 packard engine question

Lee ODell — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 19:36:35 +0000

Last weekend I saw a beautiful 55 Hudson Hollywood with a 1956 Packard 352 engine. The engine had 2- four barrel carbs. It looked factory original.

My question. Did Packard have a dual 4 barrel carb option for their engines?

Lee

1954 Packard Conv. 2 door

veraguima — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 19:28:33 +0000

Need desperately the tail lights for a 1954 Packard Convertible 2 door. Can anyone help me?

lowering

olds350cutlass — Sun, 23 May 2010 03:14:30 +0000

i have a 56 clipper super its got that leveling torstion bar set up i really dont know much about packards i was wondering if i can lower the whole car down to get the stance i want if its possible what do i need or what can i do

1952 Packard Sedan

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 14:48:23 +0000

I have recently inherited a Packard that has been in my family for many years. My father bought it in 1958 from the original owner and has owned it since. It was the family car up untill about 1980 and has been on and off the road ever since, but mostly stored under cover.

I have talked with the other family members and none want the car. I haven't the time nor desire to put the car back on the road and am looking for your ideas on what it's worth(ball park) and where is the best place to list it.

1952 4 door sedan (400 series?)

302ci straight 8

All original with the exception of the colour. Original was robins egg blue but now it is metalic black.

Last on the road in the mid eighties and has been run every year since.

Lots of extra parts. (Dad was a mechanic and a bit of a pack rat). Grill's, lights, bumpers excetera.

Car is located on the Westcoast of Canada.

Thank you

Dave

1955 Packard rear glass

Olds wagon — Tue, 19 May 2009 13:41:36 +0000

I have a rear glass, and upper trim pieces for a 1955 Packard Clipper 4 door. It is dirty, but in excellent condition. I am interested in selling it for $150. I would prefer pickup locally in Largo, FL, but I will pack it for $75, and charge actual shipping cost plus insurance. I am an ebayer with a score of 1037 and 100% satisfaction. (f_kiehl) You can call me at 727-692-5510.

How much is the Value of a Packard Eight/120 ?

Tue, 23 Mar 2010 07:32:27 +0000

Hi,

im new to the forum, and i come from Germany.

In Germany i have seen on a auction a Packard Eight/120 Cabriolet/Roadster from Year 1937. I dont know very much about the Oldtimer only that the condition is rated with 2. (good) Nearly all is Orgininal, except the finish.

What do you think how much the car is worth ?

Greetings from Cologne Germany

Hans

1941 110 blue oil smokes at startup only

Philsr — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 21:38:02 +0000

Has a 6 cylinder with good compression and idles and runs perfectly, except on first start up after sitting over night. It will then blow a large cloud of blue smoke for 5 minutes, and then not any more while driving or upon starting later in the day. the next day same cloud. Has a single action fuel pump and is not an oil bath air cleaner (it is the pot scrubber matl type which you apply oil to the surface. Although I keep it dry)

Where can this oil be coming from? :confused: Thanks for answers. Philsr

Two 1950 Packards For Sale Great Cars!

ghhatley — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 00:39:04 +0000

I have two 1950 Packards, I believe they are called Deluxe 8 sedans descriptions as follows:

If your intrested please contact me at ghhatley@hotmail.com I most likely will not be checking this site to often.

I will be placing them on ebay this week if no one is intrested

I can provide pictures if you e-mail me but I do not have a http: link for them

1950 PACKARD

BLUE

ENGINE STRIGHT 8

ENGINE STATUS: NOT SURE IF IT RUNS OR EVEN TURNS OVER BUT APPEARS COMPLETE

INTERIOR: COMPLETE, SEATS ARE ACTUALLY FAIRLY NICE FOR THEIR AGE, BUT YOU WILL MOST LIKELY STILL HAVE TO REDO THEM. ALOT OF THE PAINTED WOOD GRAIN TRIM IS STILL IN VERY NICE SHAPE, ALONG WITH THE CHROME AND PLASTIC KNOBS, THEY ARE ALL STILL VERY PRESENTABLE

GLASS: SOME HAS BEEN CRACKED BUT NONE IS BROKEN OUT

RUST: THIS CAR HAS SURFACE RUST AND A BIT OF RUST THRU DOWN NEAR THE BOTTOM AND IN THE DRIVERS FLOOR. MOST OF THE UNDERSIDE LOOKS VERY NICE FOR ITS AGE.

OVER-ALL: CAR NEEDS COMPLETE RESTORATION BUT WOULD BE A GOOD CAR TO START A RESTORATION ON

1950 PACKARD

RED

ENGINE STRIGHT 8

ENGINE STATUS: NOT SURE IF IT RUNS OR EVEN TURNS OVER BUT APPEARS COMPLETE

INTERIOR: MISSING SOME PIECES, SEATS ARE ACTUALLY FAIRLY NICE FOR THEIR AGE, BUT YOU WILL MOST LIKELY STILL HAVE TO REDO THEM. ALOT OF THE PAINTED WOOD GRAIN TRIM IS STILL IN NICE SHAPE, ALONG WITH THE CHROME AND SOME OF THE PLASTIC KNOBS, THEY ARE ALL STILL VERY PRESENTABLE

GLASS: SOME HAS BEEN CRACKED BUT NONE IS BROKEN OUT BACK WINDOW IS SHATTERED BUT STILL IN ITS HOLE

RUST: THIS CAR HAS SURFACE RUST AND I HAVE NOT KNOWTICED ANY RUST THRU MOST OF THE UNDERSIDE LOOKS VERY NICE FOR ITS AGE.

OVER-ALL: CAR NEEDS COMPLETE RESTORATION BUT WOULD BE A GOOD CAR TO START A RESTORATION ON

If your intrested please contact me at ghhatley@hotmail.com I most likely will not be checking this site to often.

49 Packard rear fender skirts

rbackroads — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 03:23:50 +0000

Hi all I recently purchased a1949 Packard 4 door sedan. Do I have to remove the rear fender skirts to change tires, or to put on hub caps? I can not figure out how to remove them, one looks like there may be all thread bolts holding it on and the side looks to be rivited. I would sure appreciate any info. Thanks much

Packard Proving Grounds

Hud1105 — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:40:07 +0000

Had the opertunity to tour the Packard Proving Grounds last month. Check out my Hudson blog for the adventure.

A few questions.

Dackstrus — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:00:41 +0000

Hello everyone. My names Tyler and i'm in a bit of trouble. I've got a 1940 Packard sitting in my garage, And i'm extremly sad to say, I have to sell it.

I know it runs, But has some sort of problem what will not let it get the full power from it's engine. The paints a little chipped, but otherwise, It's in great working order as far as i know.

Does anyone know roughly what it might be worth?

1953 packard clipper

billjharris — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 18:21:36 +0000

can anyone advise me a source for the gaskets and seals for an automatic transmission? we do not need the complete transmission rebuild kit, as we only have a leak problem.

valve cover painting

chucksadler — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:12:42 +0000

I have a 55 Packard 400 2 dr. hardtop, and as we are finishing up the engine compartment, I would like to know what type and color of paint We should use on the

valve covers ???

Any help would be appreciated !!!!

Chuck

fuel pump not giving gas to carburator

edgar70 — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 23:09:24 +0000

i had the fuel pump rebuilt,the gas tank cleaned (inside),but for some reason the gas does not reach the carburator also cleaned gas lines.any suggestions? anybbody ? matter of fact it dont even give gas to the gas lines.

49 packard custom

palvinxx — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:05:08 +0000

Need complete engine or engine block to replace mine with cracked cylinder wall. Current engine is a 288CID.

Battery capacity for 1942 120

Jose Vargas — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 23:16:08 +0000

What is the correct capacity of the battery for a 1942 8 cilinder One Twenty Packard ??

in terms of Amps.... for 1 six volts

Will an optima battery work ??

Thanks,

Jose Vargas

Bogota, Colombia

jvvmusme@yahoo.com

Installing tires on disc wheels?

toddfee — Mon, 16 Jul 2007 21:03:36 +0000

I don't have any experience with split rims and I've heard horror stories involving the keeper rings popping off during inflation. Can these rims be serviced at home or do they need to be serviced by a big rig outfit? What is your opinion, have you worked on your rims with success?

Thanks in advance

1929 engine number location?

Tue, 28 Nov 2006 00:23:07 +0000

Hi, I just got in a 1929 Packard 626 and I'm looking for the engine number. Do any of you folks happen to know where I should look?

Thanks in advance!

Dave

Packard 6cyl turbo kit

fozapp@yahoo.com — Sun, 05 Jul 2009 22:03:44 +0000

Hi, I've got a custom turbo kit for a late 1930's early 40's flathead 6cyl. Im new to this forum and new to antique cars alltogether. I've got it posted on ebay now and I would greatly appreciate any information on what year or model Packard this kit was fabricated for. All I have to go on is the intake and exaust manifolds so if anyone recognizes these or is interested in buying it let me know. Thanks for your help and time...

ebay auction # 110411009176

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110411009176&ru=http%3A%2F%2Fmotors.shop.ebay.com%3A80%2F__%3F_from%3DR40%26_trksid%3Dp3841.m39.l1313%26_nkw%3D110411009176%26_sacat%3D%26_fvi%3D1&_rdc=1

Sean

engine bolt up

Robert38 — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 14:28:56 +0000

Anyone ever have any issues bolting up a 1937 Packard 6cyl to an engine stand?

1941 packard barn find

bluefury361 — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 00:57:50 +0000

Not many folks know about this 1941 160 4 door sedan stashed in a building in an Alabama junk yard.

Car is complete and really nice. No rust or damage that I could see.

Just thought you'd enjoy seeing it and knowing that there are still a few "barn finds" out there.