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It sounds like the shift linkage is out of adjustment. I would double-check that first.
Posted on: 2011/5/9 19:15
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Congratulations. No matter the frame, it's still a Packard at heart.
Agree with Randy as to what to check first. The 55-6 Packard service manual with details on the innards is on site here as well as a couple of complete Ultramatic volumes if you need to go further. Being in a Golden Hawk frame, the linkage adjustment details will be a bit different. In case you don't have them, here are a few pages from the 56 Stude manual on linkage adjustments. When you disconnect the lever, when pulling the trans side to reverse detent make sure it is tight with no slop or lost motion between detents. The sector valve control lever inside the trans can have a loose setscrew to the shaft and also cause some similar symptoms. Throttle pressure adjustment is extremely important on the Ultramatic as well. Attach file:  (182.71 KB) (218.50 KB) (227.78 KB)
Posted on: 2011/5/9 20:28
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Ah, thank you both. I had assumed that since it went into gear it _was_ already adjusted, but there are subtleties here I'm not used to. ;)
And thanks also for the pages. I don't have access to a shop manual for 56 (yet) so it will be a huge help... as will the fact that the body's off the car and I can actually make the measurements they mention. Now I just need a dipstick...
Posted on: 2011/5/10 8:07
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I don't have access to a shop manual for 56 (yet)... Then, by all means, follow this link: https://packardinfo.com/xoops/html/modules/article/view.article.php?308 You may also want to explore the Packard Service Index for 1955-56 Packards, which has many articles and bulletins in the Twin Ultramatic that may apply. You should, however, defer to any available bulletins from Studebaker on the 1956 Golden Hawk (56J model) - though we don't have many of those here.
Posted on: 2011/5/10 8:39
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If you're not already aware of it, there is also a Golden Hawk site with some tech articles and other information.http://www.1956goldenhawk.com/ Click on the options link on that page for more info. There may be others in the regular Studebaker groups as well.
Posted on: 2011/5/10 9:09
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The Amish Assassin wrote:......I have recently become the proud owner of a Packard 352 and Ultramatic (okay, it's in a Golden Hawk frame, but never mind that...)......  to PackardInfo. And a request, could you please include your Golden Hawk in the Packard Owners Registry? BTW - Love the Forum name, incongruous but conjures up all sorts of unlikely images. And the Avatar, speaks for itself! Attach file: (15.05 KB)
Posted on: 2011/5/10 22:00
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/o[]o\ ====  Bowral, Southern Highlands of NSW, Australia "Out of chaos comes order" - Nietzsche. 1938 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD 1941 One-Twenty Club Coupe - SOLD 1948 Super Eight Limo, chassis RHD - SOLD 1950 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD What's this?  Put your Packard in the Packard Vehicle Registry! Here's how! Any questions - PM or email me at ozstatman@gmail.com |
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Heh... I managed to find those just before I got your reply, but thanks anyway. <ggg> Definitely the adjustment. One has to be careful to make sure the shift goes all the way down to get into Reverse. And what I found also was that, once rolling, she shifts happily into Hi. So I guess I've learned more than one thing today. So on the list it goes. Danged list keeps gettin' longer and longer...
Posted on: 2011/5/11 20:34
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Done and done. I didn't know you allowed lowly Studes in there. ;) Quote: BTW - Love the Forum name, incongruous but conjures up all sorts of unlikely images. And the Avatar, speaks for itself! <ggg> It does inspire some head-scratching, dunnit? It's the monicker I use on the paintball field, you see...
Posted on: 2011/5/11 20:59
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The Amish Assassin wrote:....recently become the proud owner of a Packard 352 and Ultramatic.....in a Golden Hawk frame.....)  AA for including your '56 Golden Hawk chassis in the Registry. Looks real good for a drivable frame, no doubt will look even better with a body on it!
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/o[]o\ ==== Bowral, Southern Highlands of NSW, Australia "Out of chaos comes order" - Nietzsche. 1938 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD 1941 One-Twenty Club Coupe - SOLD 1948 Super Eight Limo, chassis RHD - SOLD 1950 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD What's this? Put your Packard in the Packard Vehicle Registry! Here's how! Any questions - PM or email me at ozstatman@gmail.com |
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