My next project? 1921 Packard Coupe

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Here is a question for all the Packardians out there. I have seen this fitting in the engine photographs of several 1920s Packards. Can someone please explain its purpose, There is no evidence that my 1923 car has ever had anything mounted on the bulkhead in this position next to the vacuum tank. What does it do and how does it work????

2-21-2011

Hi Chris

That is the same as my car although I am missing the cover for the electrical junction box.

I have the one on the inside and may have to make another if no one has a spare.

I have just received the pack of engine gaskets from Olsens, great service and extemely comprehensive.

I am off this morning to look at progress on the body.

Hello Walter

It is always nice to hear from another Packard owner especially one who has rebuilt a Single Six. Going on David McC's experience with his water-pump seal I think that I will go down the same path.

Having has a quick look in Olsen's package of gaskets I was relieved to see that it included the copper ring for the waterpump to block joint. It really looks to be a very comprehensive set.

Meanwhile I have just returned from Sleeping Classics where my friend AAron has made a start on the panel repairs. So far he has made two new inner rear fender panels and repaired the cracks and dents in the rear of the tail section. He has also made new edges for the arch over the rear fenders. These edges were in a bad way very many little cracks and some severe corrosion where the aluminium is sandwiched between the timber frame and the steel fender.