flackmaster

anything for 35-41 cars?

email link bounced back. I would be interested in sending a pair of front fenders (guards) from a 37 Packard, about the same size as 37 Chevy, from Sydney/Blacktown (or Mudgee is no problem) as well as having your contact information for future needs from US to Sydney, etc. flackmaster@sbcglobal.net David Flack, thank you.

Couple quick comments, and you are welcome to contact me directly flackmaster@sbcglobal.net first, the 39 and 40 overdrives are very different, the 40 being more sophisticated, with the additional potential problems to go with it, though both can be reliable and enjoyable. The "late" or service revision to the 39 overdrive was important to lockout the overdrive when in reverse so as not to potentially damage the unit. The overdrive cable location I'm pretty sure is the same, and you are right, 1940 was the first year for a vacuum assisted top mechanism. Both 1939 and 1940 sidemounted cars had metal covers. Different appearance 39/40, but definitely covered. And finally, the "standard" interior for convertibles is leather. Sure, you can argue that you could order anything you wanted on a special order basis, but unless the car comes with documentation of being delivered that way from the factory, me thinks wrong for a convertible. Given the misinformation being provided by the seller, I would be wary, and if you can, post some pictures in this forum and let the panel of experts decide...

The 1938 1603-1103 127" WB Touring Sedan was definitely NOT on the Junior Chassis. Fact. The 1103 was simply the base model Super 8 Sedan, 100% Senior in all aspects, including the 320cu in. 3pc.engine. This big engine did carry over for one final year into the 1703/1939 Super 8 which DID ride on the body/chassis of the 1939 110/120, and maybe this is where the confusion originates, but to repeat, for 1938, 1603/1103 is 100% Big Old Senior Classic, body/engine/chassis. As to value, even pictures will not be enough information - the mechanics of the car are way more suspect than pretty pictures. This is a very delicate and expensive engine to risk, and the '38's are notorious for block cracks. I highly recommend your educating yourself about this risk, or hiring a Packard professional to evaluate, not just a "certified appraiser".

West - As referred recently on PInfo, Nelson Bates 903-237-8098 of Longview, TX is really into overdrives. I am now feeding him cores as fast as he can work with them; I'm sure he can help out, however, the issue fast becomes do you want a mystery trans, or are you wanting/willing to write the check. Nelson, and a professional mechanic mate are seriously into overhauling (not just "rebuilding") these transmissions, which is my way of warning that you get what you pay for. Nelson is ex-NASA and his attention to detail has not declined from his involvement in the space program. (or his brother Warren's influence) I often remind him we are not driving these cars to the moon, to which he often replies, why not?

A friend of mine purchased this at an estate sale - I'm sure this will be easy for the hood ornament collector, but since this ain't my area of expertise, I will thank you in advance. Any suggestions as to value would be welcome. This is the face on view, I have the profile, however the file size (3.16MB nice large detailed photo!) exceeds the uploadable size, so please email me directly, and I can bounce it back to you. Looks like a lion on top of a woman's head. flackmaster@sbcglobal.net

I agree that the cross shaft bearings may have failed, or as is often the case, one of the balls has cracked and is causing the roller to stick. Suggest you remove the 4 bolts at the top cover of the steering box and observe the roller closely while someone turns the steering wheel a bit. If the cross shaft bearings have failed, now is a good time to go through the steering box, before the bearing shards cause any more trouble. If its not the cross shaft, possibly one of the steering box bearings (below the steering worm gear) may also have failed...

Boy that takes me back. I knew Dick Saunders way back when. As I recal, about the time he died he had 3 V-12 cars, the speedster completed (and red when I knew it), another Speedster body (fiberglass as I recall) he was working on as his "new" project, and a V12 ahead of a 37 junior conv.coupe. I often wonder what happened to the cars, as I recall they were sold very quickly after he died. Any chance you know if the 37 is still around? Dick sure loved his V-12's, thats for sure...

The fender support (upper) from the radiator collar to the outside edge of the fender has never been repro'd to my knowledge. The lower support, from frame to fender just behind wheel has been repro'd and is commonly available from the usual (Chirco/MM/K-mart/Moe) sources.

JL - exactly as you state, no "springs", only pivots on the pivot castings with the center bolt. I refer to the seat back and seat bottom springs which I have an upholstery shop repro for me on occasion. DAF

flackmaster@sbcglobal.net I can supply rumble seat springs.

I have both 41 and the (different) 42 top lenses available. I am not doing the lower lens, and ain't gonna. Very little demand when I raised the flag twice earlier.

Unfortunately, the cost to restore the 40 would far exceed the market at present. It is a nice project only for someone with more love and talent than money, as its mostly all there, and the two door sedans are rather rare and would fill out a Packard collection nicely. My guess is it will get streetrodded, in which case, please keep track of the parts not needed, as there is a good market for spare '40 parts. My "the price is right" guess is ask $2k and see what offers you get depending on how much you want to sell it. The 47 is a much more desireable car, you say it runs - I suggest getting it running as well as possible, as the ability to demonstate this will be worth the investment. A much more likely candidate for a restoration. Still, an expensive project. I don't know what the market will bear for this, but I do believe there is a market for it, especially running well.

Email me directly please and I can refer you to a friend who should have a couple. Thank you. flackmaster@sbcglobal.net

6 cyl head is 1937-1939 Packard 6 cylinder. '40 thru '47 had a slightly different bolt dimension for the thermostat housing, otherwise the same...

Would someone please double check a number for me, thanks in advance... I have an autolite starter stamped MAW-4027, believed 42-47 Packard. My book shows MAW-4024, not 4027 for 42-47...might be just some slight difference, but otherwise looks right. ???

OK Guys, whose got the book on these...thanks in advance. And if you need them, make me an offer I can't refuse or they're coming soon to an ebay near you. for some reason I couldn't upload the pictures, so if you require, I'd be happy to email. my direct email is flackmaster@sbcglobal.net

I have a 30lb cylinder of R12 that I would love to sell. my direct email is flackmaster@sbcglobal.net Not sure on price - whatever its worth is fine.

how about 35-37 Senior?

I'll buy number 24. flackmaster@sbcglobal.net easy deal like last time...

West - that is a very interesting car in the photo. I have a picture taken in the 50's of a very similar (or possibly the same) car that my Dad tried to track down for many many years. I will have to dig out the photo. In the meantime, could you please advise and ex-ACD'er what car that is? thank you.

Probably Packard, I suspect 33-34? Anybody recognize these - I believe they pivot to hold the sidemount tires in place? Thanks in advance...

Someone have a Trico book? Possibly 1948 something (Cadillac?), as the casting detail is WJ48. Will be happy to post a picture if necessary...thanks in advance.

The 20990 number is what is cast into the rotor. The rotor and condensor were together amongst my Dad's stash, and the rotor matches a picture of the 28-32 NE Rotor researched elsewhere, so I am comfortable that I've got them ID'd now. Thanks for the help.

Condensor I'm pretty sure is 30-32 Packard as the number matches. I believe the rotor is 28-32 8 cylinder Packard, hopefully picture will confirm?