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1938 110 to 1937 120 front suspension parts interchange?
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WillieIngerson
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Hi Guys, I am restoring a 1937 Packard 120 sedan. I found a front clip from a 1938 Packard 110 for cheap. Is this worth buying for parts? I'm not sure if they changed things.

Thank you,
Willie

Posted on: 2016/5/26 9:45
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Re: 1938 110 to 1937 120 front suspension parts interchange?
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The length of the hood be ween a 120 & a 110 is different. Also I think the sheet metal from 37 to 38 is different.

Posted on: 2016/5/26 10:19
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Re: 1938 110 to 1937 120 front suspension parts interchange?
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First thing, the 1938 springs are rated for the lighter 6-cylinder engine. Also, the 1938 has a shorter wheelbase than the 1937 (difference in length is the front of the car), so probably little can be used on your 1937. Best thing is to check the parts manual to match-up part numbers between the two years. It may be available for downloading here in the Packard Literature and Manuals section.

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Posted on: 2016/5/26 10:24
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it is just the front axle drum to drum with suspension for sale. There is no sheet metal.

Posted on: 2016/5/26 10:25
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I will pass then since most parts will not fit. If anyone wants it its on Seattle Craigslist, search for packard front clip. He has more 110 parts too.

Thanks,
Willie

Posted on: 2016/5/26 10:37
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I have a front axle drum to drum with suspension for a 37 120. If interested send me a PM.

Posted on: 2016/5/26 10:56
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You guys keep saying front axle side to side.... But it's independent suspension and there is no axle in the front. Besides the springs....would the rest of the suspension and steering not work?

I guess when I think axle I think something more like the rear end of the car. And the front I think spindles.

Posted on: 2016/5/26 13:45
1937 Packard 138-CD Deluxe Touring Limousine
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I know it's the wrong terminology but I wanted Willie to understand what I was talking about.

About the changing out the springs that's a gr8 question. I don't know the answer and I don't have a parts book handy.

Posted on: 2016/5/26 13:48
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I wanted him to make sure it wasn't actually from an earlier car then 37 that he saw on craigslist.

Posted on: 2016/5/26 13:52
1937 Packard 138-CD Deluxe Touring Limousine
Maroon/Black 1090-1021
[url=http://packardinfo.com/xoops/html/modules/registry/View.php?ID=232]1955 Packard
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Re: 1938 110 to 1937 120 front suspension parts interchange?
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G'day WillieIngerson,
to PackardInfo, and I invite you to include your '37 120 Sedan in the Packard Owner's Registry.

Posted on: 2016/5/26 17:27
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1938 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD

1941 One-Twenty Club Coupe - SOLD

1948 Super Eight Limo, chassis RHD - SOLD

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