This Packard I am trying to find was more of a home made mess. All open and more like a roadster / fire chief car. If you saw it you would understand what I am talking about.

Hello,
Does anyone remember seeing a prewar Packard that was at the Gas City,Indiana swap meet several years ago during the Duck Tail Run? it was in the swap meet area along with a 70's Eldorado convertible. It was pretty much a butcher job. I was told someone near Muncie, Indiana bought it. An individual in our Wabash Valley Packard cub would like some info on it. I know this is a long shot, but any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks Paul Harshman

Very interesting. Thanks!

I plan on storing my 41 110 this winter and putting a battery tender on to keep it up. I may just remove the battery and keep it charged outside the car. This got me to wondering, has anyone figured out a way to add a set of contacts or cables to charge or jump start their Packard without removing the seat?

Thank you!! And thanks to all who provided me with all the great info!

I think I might have found the issue. The points have a thin copper band that attaches onto the connection with the condenser. The terminal was I think loose enough to allow that band to come free and just be out in the open. I clamped the copper band down to stay put while I tightened up the connection. Car started right up on first try. Shut it off several more times and started right up. Let it warm up good and shut it off. I don't know if the copper end is supposed to have a hole or cut out for the post or not. It was just a flat end. Maybe should get a new set of points? Sure was good to hear it start right up!

Thanks a lot for all the good info. I will check everything you mentioned and see what I can find out. C.

Here is another bit of info that might help ( or could be another problem) When I turn over the engine the under dash lights near the doors flash bright and dim. When I stop cranking they go back to normal brightness.

Hi all,
My 41 110 for some reason will not start. Turns over fine but no spark. New condenser , points good all connections good. Messed all day Saturday no start. Sunday morning finally started. Ran for 10 minutes fine. Purred like a kitten. Backed out of garage and died. Again no spark. Pushed back into garage and there she sets. Suggestions? Thanks in advance. Cronjie

Thanks for the info. Left side wires were crossed. Right side wasn't grounding. Sure appreciate the info!