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I'm sure there are, but this is an original. Took 6 hours of cleaning, is extremely heavy with the porcelain and is from a reputable collector here in CA. He, also, gave me the original bracket, but that needs to be cleaned and painted. It came with a sign attached that was painted black and said office on it. Taking the paint off of it and underneath is a porcelain sign for Cooper Tires. Just a sample of what he's got attached. Jay

Does anyone know anything about this Packard sign? Years made, etc.....? This is double sided and was a mess until cleaned up. Thx! Jay

Thanks, Don! Jay

I know that Henry Yeska used to sell the step plates with the cloisenne emblems as I had purchased items from him in the past. Is there anyone else out there that sells them? Is Henry's son still selling the Packard parts? Thx! Jay

Thanks, HH56! That's good to know. I'll start going to the Packardinfo.com, too! Jay

Wish it would sell! Getting tired of looking at it under Buick, Cadillac, LaSalle and 1/2 a dozen other categories!

Williamson's Instruments in AR if anyone else is interested. Doesn't seem to be too much action on this Forum. Guess I'm just used to the Pre-War Buick Forum where there will be 10 answers in just a few days. Jay

Out of curiosity, is there a company out there that makes reproduction gauges or sells refurbished gauges, specifically the ammeter? I've posted 2 questions and the Forum has come through on both! The new Wiper Motor goes in this weekend. Thanks! Jay 1930 Packard 1932 Buick 8-86

Thanks, Dave! I'll give them a call tomorrow. Jay

Can anyone tell me who makes the window felt/sweeps that go between the door frame and the window for the late 20's early 30's Packard's? I've seen several companies, but they only make them for the years that go back to 1935. Thx! Jay

I sent Hupp36 two PM's and never heard back from the guy. I ended up with another Packard. Wonder if they ever sold this one as you can't sell a car if you don't reply? Attached is a picture of my "new" 1930 Packard, completely restored. Jay Novato, CA

After the long dance back and forth, I ended up buying a 1930 Packard here in the U.S. Not worth the headache, added costs, etc......

Owen - I got in contact with Rob, a very nice guy, and purchased all that was required. Thanks, again, for the help and information. Jay Kingston Novato, CA 1932 Buick 8-86 Victoria Travelers Coupe 1930 Packard 726 Sedan

I'm glad this subject came up. This is one of the reasons I just bought a 1930 Packard because it did not have the side mounts. It seems like every car has side mounts and the ones without them are the cars that stand out! I like the long clean lines of the Packard's. No disruption to the eye. Jay

Thank you, Owen. I'll give him a call. Jay

Owen - Would a TR-01A work? Thx! Jay

Owen - Thank you very much for the quick and precise response. This will help me hunt one down. If you know of any resources, that would be great! Jay

I'm looking to buy a vacuum wiper motor for a 1930 Packard 726 in nice or refurbished condition. Dimensions between bolt holes should be 4-3/4" on center. Thanks! Jay Novato, CA 1930 Packard 726 Sedan 1932 Buick 8-86 Travelers Coupe

I had the same problem on my 1931 Cadillac. It turned out that it was the steering box. Had to have the entire thing re-built.

I've been looking at purchasing a car in Ontario Provence. Here is the response I got back from the dealer. You still get nailed on taxes due to the exchange rate. Since their dollar is less, they cut you a check for the amount of taxes paid in Canadian dollars and who knows how long this takes? Cash the check here and you lose 33% of the taxes you pay in Canada: The process will go like this: We come to final terms on payment for the vehicle and I can write you a bill of sale once payment has been made. Partial payment is requested before writing the bill of sale but I can offer you one if you should need that will simply state the full amount owing still. As we are a dealership we have to charge the sale of the vehicle with Ontario taxes but we will give you the information necessary for you to file to claim that money and you can get it back. Once the vehicle has been paid in full we can arrange to have the vehicle shipped. There are two ways that we can do this. The vehicle will need a title to accompany it across the border. I can send the signed ownership to you and you can have it transferred into your name and then return the new U.S. title to us to be with the car when it crosses the border. It is less likely for customs to hold up the car and less in brokerage fees if the car has a U.S. title when it crosses the border. The second option is that the current signed over title and a copy of the bill of sale be sent with the car to cross the border and you can handle transfer of ownership on your end when it arrives. Once the car is ready for pick up we can then contact Norman G. Jensen or another broker of your choosing and schedule the car for importation into The States. With the brokers on standby we can arrange for a shipping company to come and collect the car and give them the name of the broker we are using. It is optional that if you use TFX they can handle the brokerage and shipping all in one go. They are very good with this but again a little more expensive but it ensures the car will make the trip with no damage. We can see to it that the car is loaded properly and then it will be on its way to you. Once on your end you’ll want to finish the registering process if there is anything more that you will need to do and then simply plate it and drive it and enjoy it. This is usually a very painless operation from both ends putting most of the weight on the shoulders of the service providers. Jay

This happened on my '31 Cadillac, yes the "Death Wobble" at about the same speed. It turned out I needed to have the steering box re-built. Never had the problem again. Jay Kingston Novato, CA 1932 Buick 8-86 Victoria Travelers Coupe

I thoroughly agree with Sandy on the Marvel Carbs. As the old saying goes, "It's a marvel they even work!" J

These are NOS from Howard Buick in San Francisco. I think Mike is right about the same frames with different manufacturers name on the paper covers. These even came with the tags that hang on the mirror, lighter and glove box. Bought these last year for $50. Jay 1932 Buick 8-86 Travelers Coupe

I'm having the same problem as all of you and this is the only site it happens on, too! Began with the switch over to the new format.

Good job, West! So much better looking with the plain black tires in lieu of the WW's! Jay Kingston Novato,CA 1932 Buick 8-86 Victoria Travelers Coupe