http://www.classiccar.com/forum/categories/packard/p2/feed.rss Wed, 22 May 13 18:29:59 +0000 Packard Discussions on Classic Car Forum en-CA http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/100007/help-new-to-packards Tue, 14 Apr 2009 02:01:18 +0000 olds350cutlass 100007@/forum/discussions
whats types of fuilds do i use just regular oil i would use in my cutlass or is it special also the windshield is shattered and i was wondering if a window from 55 chevy belair would work it looks the same and just any info on the motor and trans again i have no clue i have every part and extra so if i dont use some things im going to sell tehm so if u can help me with some answers it will be really helpful thank you]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/99566/travel-with-03955-packard-patrician Mon, 06 Apr 2009 15:33:44 +0000 chucksadler 99566@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/98391/hello-all-just-got-a-1958-packard-2-dr-coupe-20k-orig-miles-want-to-share-it-w-pics Fri, 20 Mar 2009 23:41:42 +0000 coololecars 98391@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/97672/engine Thu, 12 Mar 2009 12:14:12 +0000 Robert38 97672@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/64215/wanted-9-main-engine Fri, 07 Dec 2007 08:22:28 +0000 Turbopackman 64215@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/94132/for-sale-1953-packard-ac-compressor Mon, 19 Jan 2009 02:30:58 +0000 phantom 94132@/forum/discussions


The only numbers I can make out on the info plate are as follows:



4A

71463422



I have additional pics I would be happy to email to anyone interested ...or perhaps someone could give me an idea what it is worth, and where else I might be able to sell it-



Thanks!



[ATTACH]5101[/ATTACH]]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/92472/03934-club-sedan-help-needed- Sun, 28 Dec 2008 20:32:44 +0000 IrishPackard 92472@/forum/discussions
Great to see such a busy forum, feeling very alone here in Ireland, not to many Packards around these parts!



I have a problem I need help with. I have totally rebuilt the motor in my '34 Club Sedan, spending loads of money and time on it. Yesterday while out driving I noticed a lot of blue smoke when I drove off from traffic lights. I pulled out the spark plugs and found the back 4 badly oiled up. The front 4 are perfect. I have not checked compression, there are around 500 miles on the new engine (new pistons, rings, valves, etc, etc) but I dont think 4 cyclinders would be worn out or break rings together at once. The ignition is electronic, all 8 plugs share the same power source.



Before I go insane can anyone give me any ideas as to why the rear 4 are oiling up...................please!



Pat Feeney,

Galway,

Ireland.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/92521/53039-clipper-ultramatic-problem Mon, 29 Dec 2008 20:28:32 +0000 Leonardo M 92521@/forum/discussions


Prior to engine and trans removal the car was running fine and the only thing i've done to the transmission was to replace the outer gaskets and disassamble the torque converter.



My only two guesses are: 1-theres something wrong with the torque conveter or the neutral switch in the transmission is wired wrong?



Some help would be appreciated



Thanks in advance.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/90392/1940-ignition-timing Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:19:12 +0000 jdfreudi 90392@/forum/discussions ? The manual says use the timing light on the flywheel, but my flywheel has no marks. I can make marks on the harmonic balancer, but I do not know the angle for fire. I know the timing line is the third mark on the flywheel, but how many degrees BTDC is that so I can time it off the balancer?



Thanks,



Jason]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/90393/1940-ignition-timing Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:19:56 +0000 jdfreudi 90393@/forum/discussions ? The manual says use the timing light on the flywheel, but my flywheel has no marks. I can make marks on the harmonic balancer, but I do not know the angle for fire. I know the timing line is the third mark on the flywheel, but how many degrees BTDC is that so I can time it off the balancer? It might be possible to measure it off of a flywheel if nobody knows the actual crank angle.



Thanks,



Jason



(sorry for the double post....can a mod delete the other one)]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/81001/1941-packard-4-door Sat, 28 Jun 2008 19:40:53 +0000 cody1552 81001@/forum/discussions


Thanks]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/84802/03941-110-going-to-crusher-in-florida Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:01:07 +0000 nygma13 84802@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/88106/1951-packard-won039t-start Wed, 22 Oct 2008 12:16:38 +0000 51packard 88106@/forum/discussions


I'm new to this forum and was wondering if I could get some help. I have a 1951 Packard 200 that has been running fine. All of a sudden it will not start. The motor turns over, but will not fire. I checked and it does not look like I am getting spark. I have replaced the battery cables, distributor cap and rotor and the ignition coil. Still no spark. I have used my circuit testor and it lights up on the negative side of the coil with the ignition key on. When I crank the engine and put the testor on the positive side of the coil, it lights up. I tried to put the probe between the ignition wire to the distributor and the coil and I do not see it light up.



Can you think of any other tests or things I should try to replace? Could the new coil be bad out of the box? I do not have a lot of sophisticated electrical testing equipment. BTW the car has the original 6v positive ground setup.



Any help would be greatly appreciated!]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/84355/packards-in-england Wed, 20 Aug 2008 11:50:58 +0000 mk14dr 84355@/forum/discussions


I'd like to post some pics of my girlfriends Dad's Packards for you to have a gander at...



Firstly his 52' 200 Manual non-custom. Its a 2 owner Maryland car. Originally owned by a doctor.



Here it is with my car....

















He also has what I believe to be a '38 120 opera coupe. this is RHD and as originally sold to the Managing Director of MG cars.



Again here it is with my car....









]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/83734/salvage-yard-sighting Mon, 11 Aug 2008 14:49:41 +0000 timbersmith 83734@/forum/discussions


I don't know much about Packard's, but my local salvage yard just (in the past week or two) received a practically complete Clipper Custom - 1955 I'm gonna hazard a guess (when comparing the hood ornament and taillight lenses against some Ebay auctions - I know, not a definitive way to ID stuff).



Most all of the body panels have cancer, but everything else looks to be there - script emblems (hood, fenders, trunk lid), interior (gauge cluster, window trim, tube radio, etc), bumpers front & rear (though in need of re-chrome), engine, and probably a lot more parts that didn't catch my eye. At least the passenger door windows are broken, but front and rear windshields are intact. If I remember correctly, the rear passenger door is slightly crunched from a small accident - I was still able to open it, but there is some impact damage.



If you want to check it out, or get in contact with the salvage yard, it's located in Hebron KY (outside of Cincinnati, OH) at a place called Bessler's - http://www.upullandsave.com/.



Thought I'd get the word out since I'm sure some people out there could use some/most/all of the parts.

- Mike]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/81505/wanted-03940-110-4dsn-rear-fenders Sun, 06 Jul 2008 19:15:38 +0000 BigMikeT57 81505@/forum/discussions


New to the forum.



I am looking for a pair of usable rear fenders for my '40 110 4DSN.



Thanks for any leads!



Mike]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/273/hawk Fri, 12 Mar 2004 17:16:54 +0000 273@/forum/discussions The new Hawk design came under the direction of Robert Bourke. It was Bobs last design effort for Studebaker. He developed the bold grille, the hood scoop and expanded the Speedster style instrument panel to include a metal turned facing across the full width of the dash panel.

]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/79963/mrs-joy039s-old-detroit-electric-where-is-it Sun, 15 Jun 2008 06:01:31 +0000 Gene_ca 79963@/forum/discussions


In spite of the fact that she had a driver and probably several cars at her disposal, she seemed to prefer to drive herself. The old Detroit was beautiful and was steered with a tiller bar. It had flower vases on each door post that were always filled with fresh flowers every time I saw it.



As I remember, she was very elderly when I saw her, which was probably only a couple times. I think she drove the Detroit to her hair dresser which was near my high school.



Does anyone have any idea what ever happened to her old Detroit? I saw one at the Imperial Auto Museum in Las Vegas several years ago, but it was in bad shape. The curator would never respond to my inquiries regarding it's origin. Could it have been Mrs. Joy's?



Just curious,



Gene in San Diego Gene1142@sbcglobal.net]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/79962/1950-owner039s-operational-manual Sun, 15 Jun 2008 05:45:25 +0000 Gene_ca 79962@/forum/discussions


I purchased this car from Joy Lansing. She played the "dumb blonde" receptionist on the old Bob Cummings show. She was far from dumb and was a delighful lady when I met her. Unfortuanately, she died a early death from breast cancer.



The car ended up in the junk yard sometime around 1960 after I sold it. I did not know what I had back then. Wish I still had it.



If someone could use this in spite of the damaged cover, please e-mail me at gene1142@sbcglobal.net or call me on my Verizon cell at 619-972-5848.



Regards, Gene, a Detroit native and Packard fan.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/78603/rebuilt-ultramatic-ok Wed, 28 May 2008 02:26:42 +0000 Jimcappa 78603@/forum/discussions




Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/70705/asking-the-men-who-own-them-advice-needed Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:57:47 +0000 HarleySoftailer 70705@/forum/discussions


I have located a 1939 One-Twenty that is very low miles and in excellent condition. My question is, can the One-Twenty go for a few hours at highway speed without over heating or just plain dying on me?



I'm not looking for something to take to Pebble Beach, just something I can enjoy without an excessive investment of funds and time. I currently have five cars including a 1947 Lincoln Continental V12 that is about to start restoration along with a '56 Ford that's just coming out of restoration. I'm not looking for another project; just something I can enjoy in all but the very worst Ohio weather.



Is the One-Twenty the car I'm looking for? All advice is appreciated.



Thanks.



Harley.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/75754/hey-new-to-packards Thu, 17 Apr 2008 01:37:07 +0000 MaxLovesPackards 75754@/forum/discussions


I'm going to purchase a classic car as a daily driver and after looking at all the classic cars, from old Fords to Cadillacs, I'm always drawn back to the early 50s Packards. There's nothing else like them. What I want to know is, can anything be done to the engines to increase performance by way of camshafts or supercharging?



Thanks,

Max]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/61975/wanted-1948-1950-packard Mon, 12 Nov 2007 08:08:16 +0000 Turbopackman 61975@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/73354/3-25-piston-used-in-a-packard Mon, 17 Mar 2008 13:59:29 +0000 Todd W. White 73354@/forum/discussions


Does anyone know if any of the Packard engines used a 3.25"-bore piston?



Todd W. White

Sapulpa, Oklahoma]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/74355/packard-ambulance-possibly-for-sale Sun, 30 Mar 2008 05:14:05 +0000 restin&rustin 74355@/forum/discussions )i wasnt goin ta let it be crushed.any way ANY INFO would be great. thanx:cool:]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/72864/headlight-lens-removal-03937-1500 Sun, 09 Mar 2008 17:02:05 +0000 Rick1937 72864@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/72606/weatherstrip-adhesive Thu, 06 Mar 2008 01:10:27 +0000 Marty Smith 72606@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/71833/need-engine-help-1935-1200-series-standard-8 Tue, 26 Feb 2008 03:02:38 +0000 travs69 71833@/forum/discussions


Thanks in advance!!!





Travis]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/55655/another-new-guy Sun, 12 Aug 2007 03:39:27 +0000 einnor 55655@/forum/discussions
ronnie]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/71523/nasty-fuel-tank Thu, 21 Feb 2008 19:59:43 +0000 scruffybeast 71523@/forum/discussions