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Re: Ken
#51
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Ken_P
Howard, that's helpful, thanks! I'll check both shackles and see if the passenger one was assembled incorrectly long ago.

Posted on: 2022/11/3 10:02
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Re: Ken
#52
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Long time, no post. I've been away for work for some of it, just busy moving and living life for some of it. I have been out in the car quite a bit, and the more I drive it, the better it gets.

I am working a long-standing problem, and hoping for some insight here.

When taking off, I would often get a loud "clunk". I initially suspected the cause as driveline u-joints. I replaced those, no change. Also new engine mounts and significant looks at the exhaust to make sure it didn't hit the frame. This spring, I had a helper look at the drivetrain when I was taking off. There is significant pinion motion when taking off, especially if transitioning from reverse to forward. That seems to be the source of my clunk.

I was assuming a rear suspension problem, and have begun disassembly and inspection, but so far I have found no smoking guns. I have both leaf springs off, gaiters removed, and while I'm still cleaning, I haven't found any cracked springs, broken shackles, broken shackle bolts, bad bushings, or any obvious problems. Other than chipping through 85 years of grease buildup, I was amazed how easily everything came apart.

I did find grease from the passenger side shackle on the fuel tank and rubbing on the passenger rear wheel well, indicating that the whole rear axle assembly is shifting to the left.

The ONLY issue I've found is that right rear shackle feels a bit looser than the left. With the axle disconnected from the leaf springs, I could get more lateral play out of the passenger leaf spring than the drivers.

Anyone experience this? How tight should the shackles be? Is it possibly just worn out leaf springs? The car has about 54k miles on it.

Thanks in advance!

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Posted on: 2022/11/2 12:03
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Re: Leaf spring gaiters
#53
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Ken_P
Thanks! Sent that from the garage, hadn’t googled yet. Got 1/2 of the first gaiter off, should be able to re-use it. Will post some pictures tomorrow.

Posted on: 2022/10/30 21:00
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Leaf spring gaiters
#54
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Ken_P
Tuning up the rear suspension on my 120, trying to chase down a couple of issues. Working on the rear leaf springs.

Is there a way to remove the gaiters such that they can be used again, or is there a reproduction? It appears the top and bottom we’re essentially pressed together, and after 85 years on the car, they aren’t just going to slide apart.

I know they are non-essential, but they were there originally, and I’d like to retain them. Thanks!

Posted on: 2022/10/30 17:43
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Re: 1937 120c Exhaust System
#55
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Ken_P
The factory setup was muffler and resonator, which made it quieter. I got my exhaust system from Waldrons, and it had both.

One note - apparently stainless steel exhaust systems can have a "tinny" note and may not be as quiet as conventional systems. I've not observed that personally, just heard it.

Good luck!

Posted on: 2022/10/21 13:01
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Re: License Plates
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Ken_P
I found some on eBay for my car/state (37/Idaho) that I thought might be too rusty to use. I used a guy in Virginia - I'll look for his contact info this weekend - and they came out looking brand new.

This link also has some recommendations for restorers, but I don't have any personal knowledge of any of these guys:

https://www.alpca.org/faq/restorers/

Posted on: 2022/10/14 8:58
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Re: Ignition Knock
#57
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Ken_P
In the literature section on this site is a great ignition training manual - very, very helpful. I've used it several times. Good luck!

Posted on: 2022/10/14 8:53
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Re: Ken's 1937 120 Touring Sedan
#58
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Ken_P
Hi! Thanks for the kinds words, and sorry for the delayed reply.

If you're still running a little bit hot, I would:

1. Ensure the re-cored radiator is an original, cellular style core with high flow, vice a modern core, that restricts flow to achieve a high temperature drop. That was ultimately what solved my issue.

2. Verify timing, and fuel mixture. Running too lean, or with the timing off, can cause the car to run warm.

Good luck!

Posted on: 2022/9/29 7:36
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Re: 1941 Packard Alignment
#59
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Ken_P
Max Merrit lists thimbles and shims.

Posted on: 2022/9/21 11:02
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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Re: South Florida Packard/Vintage Car mechanic?
#60
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Ken_P
I’m mostly a hack, but if he gets in a bind and has questions, he can give me a call.

The Pierce guy (Ed M.) is very good - he’s helped me a few times.

Posted on: 2022/9/5 8:23
1937 120 1092 - Original survivor for driving and continued preservation.
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1937 115 1082 - Total basket case, partial restoration, sold Hershey 2015
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