Marc

I think that I have one at home, but will not return home until April. If you still have need of one at that time, e-mail me at: mwilliams6@triad.rr.com Marc

Victor, I have loads of parts from 48-50. I have a gas pedal, windshield washer mechanism, spare tire hubcap and may have one mirror in fair condition. In order that I DO NOT make a mistake, please, if you are able, e-mail a picture of the hubcap and windshield washer. Marc mwilliams6@triad.rr.com If you know of anyone needing parts: grills, bumpers, overrides,fenders, tail lights, knobs, chrome, etc.,I need to sell it all.

I appreciate and will examine per your suggestions. Marc

I will follow through with your suggestion. Thanks!

I have new shoes, cylinders, master cylinder and lines on a 49 Packard. However, after bleeding the lines, I have a solid pedal BUT the car stops with the feeling of a newer car that has power brakes and has lost the power. In other words, I have to stand on the pedal to make it stop. Any input would b e preatly appreciated. Thank you, Marc :

I have sold my 49 Super. Going on to a new project = 58 Sunbeam Rapier convertible. Please do not laugh. It is for my wife! That being said, I have many good used parts for sale, lots of trim, bumper overides fenders, etc. My e-mail: mwilliams6@triad.rr.com Marc

SELLING OUTSTANDING 49 SUPER EIGHT, EQUIPED WITH A/C, WORKING OD AND DRIVEN WEEKLY. ALL CHROME REDONE, TWO HOODS(SUMMER IS LOUVERED = NO OVERHEATING) AND EXCELLENT PAINT. E-MAIL MWILLIAMS6@TRIAD.RR.COM OR CALL CELL: 336-327-6295.

Thank you for the information. My "gray matter" requires that I draw and digest such directions. I will do so and report the results.

Rewired my 49 Super od. It works great, BUT since it is a direct manual engagement, I must not go into reverse with the solenoid engaged. I read, in "Old Cars" that one could " circumvent that destructive potential" by adding a NC (normally closed) switch to the circuit which would cure the need to remember to switch off the od solenoid before backing up. My question: Is not the backup light switch a NC switch? I use my backup lights as extra stop lights with LED bulbs. Thus, they look stock until either brake lites or turn signals are used. I imagine the backup light switch is available? All input appreciated. Marc

Well, finished "playing" with the OD. Ploblems were incorrect wiring---by me? And the selenoid was in a "bind." I had to use a 12 volt '55 ford unit as I did not want to use my NOS 6 volt selenoid. I have a stepdown transformer; thus, I am able to run both 6 and 12 volt items as needed. Examples: the OD unit and the AC unit. Thanks for all your help. The faxed info is greatly appreciated. Marc

Thank you for the fax. I have the four wire! Hope I do not burn the car. Marc <img src="http://www.aaca.org/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />

O.K. I will do as you suggest. I read an article this week in OLD CARS WEEKLY that suggests a method of connecting overdrive via a direct wire through an inline 20 amp fuse to the solenoid. They suggest connection to the ignition switch. I think it would be safer to have a seperate off/on switch. Your view? Marc

The problem is: When electricity is applied to the unit, nothing happens other than a SEVERE off and on discharge. The free wheeling engages, but the pawl appears not to be moving. Thanks, Marc

Albert, I was unable to locate a diagram. I have a four wire unit. If you have one, please either scan and e-mail to mwilliams6@triad.rr.com or fax to my home: 336-218-0363. I will gladly reimburse for any charges/costs you incure. Thanks, Marc

Thanks Jack, but I must admit that I was unable to find the OD listed. Marc