Tag Archives: Packard

March 15, 2013: New Top

Posted on March 17, 2013 by jagatai

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What have we been working on lately??? Perfect fit! The donor car is a 55Chevy roof. Little work on the wheel and it looks like it has always been there! Check the gallery for close ups!        

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December 22, 2012 – Gas Tank

Posted on December 25, 2012 by jagatai

New Gas Tank             The original tank was rusted through in spots and corroded through the inside.  We decided a replacement was the best option.  Best yet, we found that the ’77 charger has a … Continue reading →

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December 22, 2012 – Wheels

Posted on December 25, 2012 by jagatai

The wheels are in!!! Aren’t they awesome?  American Racing 16×7.  With Goodyear Eagle LS 265 60 16.           Here is how they look in the fender.  We will be adjusting the leaf springs once we have … Continue reading →

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October 6, 2012: New Radiator

Posted on October 21, 2012 by jagatai

Radiator The new radiator came in today.  We ordered the unit from Brice Thomas (http://www.bricethomasradiator.com/) an almost perfect replica of the original.  All aluminum and includes the correct hose sizes for our Chevy 350.  Cannot wait to get it installed! … Continue reading →

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October 6, 2012: Ready for Painting – Frame

Posted on October 21, 2012 by jagatai

Frame Ready for Paint Removed all the temporary fitted components and cleaned the car getting ready for the frame paint.  We are using Por 15 (http://www.por15.com/POR-15-Rust-Preventive-Paint/products/1/) to seal everything and ensure no future rust. You can also see the custom … Continue reading →

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September 24, 2012: Disks, Transmission and Headers

Posted on October 21, 2012 by jagatai

Front Discs n Brakes Front Disks.  11 inch disks and GM brakes.  Staying consistant with all 68Nova  replacement parts as best we can.         Rear Discs and Brakes           The new transmission is … Continue reading →

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August 28, 2012: Engine Fitting

Posted on October 21, 2012 by jagatai

First Fitting of the New Engine First fitting of the new engine.  Plenty of room for other components.  We are setting it low in the frame in order to lower the weight center.  This will allow us to keep the … Continue reading →

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August 4, 2012: Front Clip and 3rd Member

Posted on October 21, 2012 by jagatai

  Progress is always nice.  The front clip is on and looks great.  The alignment is impressive!                Clip joint weld up close.           A view from below.  Pictured here the front clip … Continue reading →

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April 6, 2012: Engine Compartment

Posted on April 6, 2012 by jagatai

Today we took some time to pull parts off the engine. Misc Parts Parts pictured, distributor, fuel pump, starter, speedometer cable, carburetor, generator, and a couple support rods for the front fenders.             1936 Packard … Continue reading →

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April 1, 2012: Dash Clean Up

Posted on April 2, 2012 by jagatai

This is the before shot of the dash before pulling everything out.               Shots of the dash with the instruments removed.  Radio Head pulled, start button, ignition, radio box, and horn button.      … Continue reading →

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