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1929-1956 Packard National Automotive Service Data Image

Here is the National Automotive Service Data covering Packards from 1929-1956. This contains quick reference on engine mechanicals by model, engine wire diagrams, firing order, etc. This has been broke in sections by series, and by specific models.


Published: 2006-05-27 Views: 13965 times
Categories: Other Service Information | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956

1935-1951  Packard Trico Parts Catalog Image

This is the 1935-1951 Packard Trico Parts Catalog (1951 Dealer Edition). This show extended exploded part views and original Trico part numbers. The exploded part views show more detail that the factory drawings and may be helpful in showing how things go back together.


Published: 2020-01-09 Views: 4505 times
Categories: Parts Lists & Books | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951

1937-1949 Packard Bearing Data Image

This covers all the Packard bearing related data from 1937-1949.


Published: 2006-05-23 Views: 4684 times
Categories: Other Service Information | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949

1941 - 1953 Flat Rate Manual Image

The Flat Rate Manual provides labor times for specific repair operations. Such schedules are usually based on time studies performed under the most optimal of conditions and were used primarily to reimburse dealers for warranty claims.


Published: 2010-03-06 Views: 4062 times
Categories: Other Service Information | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953

1941-1949 Engine Service Manual Image

This is the 1941-1949 Engine Service Manual. This was Section V of the entire set, but was bound as it's own manual. Very nice pictures throughout the entire manual.


Published: 2007-01-09 Views: 6431 times
Categories: Service Manuals | 1949 | 1948 | 1947 | 1946 | 1942 | 1941

1942-1948 Dealer Accessory and Price List Image

This is the 1942-1948 Dealer Accessory and Price List.


Published: 2023-09-05 Views: 739 times
Categories: Misc Dealer Information | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948

1946-1950 Packard Service Manual Image

This is the 1946-1950 Packard Service manual. It contains 7 Sections which covers all the general mechanical systems on the various 46-50 models. This is an essential companion to the Parts List (aka Parts Manual).


Published: 2009-02-02 Views: 14467 times
Categories: 1950 | 1949 | 1948 | 1947 | 1946 | Service Manuals

1947-49 Service Repair and Tuneup Booklet Image

Here is the Service Repair and Tuneup Booklet for 1947-1949. This cover the 21-23rd Series.


Published: 2006-04-20 Views: 4388 times
Categories: Other Service Information | 1946 | 1947 | 1948

1948 Accessories Brochure Image

Here is the 1948 Accessories Brochure. This sales brochure explains all the optional accessories that were available in the 1948 Model year.


Published: 2006-06-01 Views: 2574 times
Categories: Accessory Brochures | 1948

1948 Fact (Data) Book Image

Here is the 1948 Fact Book. This is a great piece to look at. It guess through all the features on the car. It explains engine internals, suspensions, and all the other various systems of the car. This is a very nice piece.


Published: 2006-06-17 Views: 4291 times
Categories: Data Books | 1948

1948 Henney Nu-3-Way Landaulet & Limousine Brochure Image

This is the brochure for the 1948 Henney Nu-3-Way Landaulet & Limousine commercial vehicles


Published: 2022-10-12 Views: 626 times
Categories: Sales Brochures | 1948

1948 Henney Nu-3-Way Limousine Style Image

This is the sales brochure for the 1948 Henney Nu-3-Way Limousine Style commercial vehicles.


Published: 2022-10-12 Views: 546 times
Categories: Sales Brochures | 1948

1948 Packard Convertible Hydraulic System Service Manual Image

This is the 1948 Packard Convertible Hydraulic System Service Manual. It shows the operation and mechanical service of the convertible top system for the 1948-1950 models.


Published: 2024-09-27 Views: 274 times
Categories: Service Manuals | 1948 | 1949 | 1950

1948 Packard Eight Sales Folder Image

This is the 1948 Packard Eight fold-out Sales Folder.


Published: 2025-01-30 Views: 112 times
Categories: Sales Brochures | 1948

1948 Packard Owner's Manual (1st Edition) Image

Here is the 1948 Packard Owner's Manual. The contains all the essential information about operation and care of your Packard. It also contains basic repair (tune-up) information.


Published: 2007-11-01 Views: 2110 times
Categories: 1948 | Owner & Operation Manuals

1948 Packard Owner's Manual (3rd Edition) Image

Here is the 1948 Packard Owner's Manual. The contains all the essential information about operation and care of your Packard. It also contains basic repair (tune-up) information.


Published: 2007-11-01 Views: 3925 times
Categories: 1948 | Owner & Operation Manuals

1948 Packard Service Counselors Image

Here are the 1948 Packard Service Counselors. These were sent out every year to address problems and as addendums to the factory service manuals.


Published: 2006-05-23 Views: 1574 times
Categories: Service Counselors | 1948

1948 Sales Brochure Image

This is the "All New Eight's for 48" Sales Brochure


Published: 2006-05-23 Views: 3341 times
Categories: Sales Brochures | 1948

1948 Service Technical Bulletins Image

Here are the 1948 Service Techincal Bulletins (STB's). I created the index below to make it easy to find the correct one.


Published: 2006-06-15 Views: 2652 times
Categories: Service Technical Bulletins (STBs) | 1948

1948-1949 22nd Series Paint Chips Image

Here are the paint chips for the 1948-1949 22nd Series Packards. This information was taken from the 1948 Salesman Data Book which is also available.


Published: 2006-12-29 Views: 4035 times
Categories: Packard Paint Chips | 1949 | 1948

1948-1950 Henney Parts List Image

This is the 1948-1950 (22nd-23rd Series) Henney Parts List. This covers parts that were used on the Henney-produced commercial vehicles.


Published: 2023-03-21 Views: 753 times
Categories: Parts Lists & Books | 1948 | 1949 | 1950

1948-1954 Packard Parts List Image

Here is the 1948-1954 Packard Part List (also called the Parts Manual). This piece is an essential companion to the Service Manual. Not only does it provide information on what part number is what, more importantly it provides the exploded part views that are needed when rebuilding components.


Published: 2007-04-28 Views: 15797 times
Categories: 1954 | 1953 | 1952 | 1951 | 1950 | 1949 | 1948 | Parts Lists & Books

1948-49 22nd Series Taxi and Long Wheel Base Wire Diagram Image

This is the 1948-49 22nd Series Taxi and Long Wheel Base Wire Diagram taken from the Service Counselors.


Published: 2008-11-19 Views: 1728 times
Categories: Wire Diagrams | 1949 | 1948

1948-49 22nd Series Wire Diagram Image

This is the 1948-49 22nd Series Wire Diagrams.


Published: 2008-11-19 Views: 4398 times
Categories: Wire Diagrams | 1949 | 1948

These are Shell Service Charts covering Packards from 1957-1941. Contains lube information, tune up replacement part lists, and model identification.


Published: 2009-06-20 Views: 3933 times
Categories: Other Service Information | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956 | 1957-58

21st-22nd Series Packard Repair and Tune-Up Guide Image

This is an illustrated condensed Repair and Tune-Up guide for the 21st-22nd series Packards. This would be a great piece to keep in the glove box for quick reference.


Published: 2008-09-13 Views: 3029 times
Categories: Other Service Information | 1947 | 1948 | 1949

288, 327, 356 & 359 Head Compression Ratios Image

Have you ever wondered about the compression ratios you would get from mixing & matching heads from 288, 327, 356 & 359?

Attached is table with the info first in order by Compression Ratios then by Years/Types.


Published: 2011-08-12 Views: 3989 times
Categories: Reference Info | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954

General Service Bulletins Image

These are the General Service Bulletins that were sent to Zones and Dealer. They contain additional information that is useful in regards to parts and special service information


Published: 2018-02-20 Views: 3479 times
Categories: Other Service Letters & Bulletins | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953

How To: Packard Delco Shock Rebuild Image

This is a "How To" written by Mark Hill on how to rebuild the Delco "Lever Action" Shocks used by Packard.


Published: 2013-05-07 Views: 3889 times
Categories: How-To's & Tech Tips | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950

HOW TO: Ranco Heater Valve Seal Replacement Image

This is a "How-To" on how to replace the valve seal on the Ranco heater valves that were used on most of the Post-War Packards. The seal replacement is typically all that is done in most valve rebuilds. I took all the pictures and while rebuilding my valve and hope you find it usefull.


Published: 2008-11-06 Views: 7881 times
Categories: 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1957-58 | How-To's & Tech Tips | 1952 | 1951 | 1950 | 1949 | 1948 | 1956

Packard and Studebaker-Packard Annual Corporate Reports Image

These Packard and Studebaker-Packard Annual Corporate Reports were prepared each year for the annual stockholders meeting and distributed to the shareholders. They contains interesting information on both what occurred the previous year and also the some outlooks for the coming year. Some contain wonderful pictures of new models, new plant renderings, etc.


Published: 2012-04-19 Views: 6165 times
Categories: Corporate and Factory Info | Misc Packard Information | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956 | 1957-58

Packard Body Identification Numbers Image

This is a short document describing the Vehicle Number, Theft Proof Number, and Briggs Body Number. It also describes the format of these numbers and the location of these numbers on the vehicle.


Published: 2009-11-19 Views: 2386 times
Categories: Reference Info | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956 | 1957-58

Packard Carburetor Application List Image

This is a list of carburetor application by model. It is a work in progress and will be edited and updated and information is discovered.


Published: 2011-04-20 Views: 6034 times
Categories: Reference Info | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956 | 1957-58

Packard Engine Serial Number Reference Image

This is a list of Packard engine serial numbers from 1899-1956. Hopefully this will left to provide not only a reference to those wanting to know if their engine is correct for their model, but also some basic information about all the engine in a quick reference.

**UPDATED 2/27/12**


Published: 2012-02-27 Views: 15406 times
Categories: Reference Info | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956

Packard Hub Cap and Wheel Cover Identification Guide Image

This guide was put together to help identify Hub Caps and Full Wheel Covers that were used on Packard models. This is a work in progress, so it will be updated as folks are able to give me more pictures and information.

(Updated Rev 4)


Published: 2010-03-10 Views: 9132 times
Categories: Reference Info | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956 | 1957-58

Packard Inner Circle Newsletters Image

Packard Inner Circle Newsletters


Published: 2016-05-02 Views: 1506 times
Categories: Misc Packard Information | Corporate and Factory Info | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956

Packard Model-Series Progression Chart Image

This is a chart showing how the model years and series interrelate with one another. I also tried to show the a specific models evolution across the various years and series. I hope you find it usefull.

***UPDATED 11/17/2008***


Published: 2008-11-08 Views: 7296 times
Categories: Reference Info | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956 | 1957-58

Packard Monoblock Inline 8-Cyl Engine Specifications 1935-54 Image

Compiled table of Packard Monoblock Inline 8-Cyl Engine Specifications for 1935-1954.


Published: 2009-09-30 Views: 8673 times
Categories: Reference Info | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954

Packard Section from period Motors Manual Image

This I belive is a Packard Section from a Motors Parts and Labor reference manual. It contains basic information about all the models from 1940-54. It has a lot of tune up information, engine and body serial numbers. If has several exploded parts breakdown sheets that include the Transmission, Overdrive, Ultramatics, Trendle Bendix unit, Powersterring, Front Suspension, and steering. As well as a pretty comprehensive mechanical parts list.


Published: 2006-04-22 Views: 4935 times
Categories: Other Service Information | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954

Packards Marine Engine ads from Yachting Magazine Image

The is a series of ads for Packard Marine engines that were found in Yachting magazine between 1947 and 1950. Nice reading for those interesting in Packards Marine Staight Eight engines.


Published: 2008-09-04 Views: 1512 times
Categories: Magazine Articles | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950

Parts and Accessories Bulletins Image

These are the Parts and Accessories Bulletins that were sent from Factory to the Zone and Dealer about changes in Parts and Accessories.


Published: 2018-02-21 Views: 4374 times
Categories: Other Service Letters & Bulletins | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953

Philadelphia Zone Office Letters Image

These are letter issued by the Philadelphia Zone Office, to dealers located in their zone, on various Service related subjects.


Published: 2018-03-12 Views: 3480 times
Categories: Other Service Letters & Bulletins | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956

Service Development Bulletins Image

These are the Sevice Development Bulletins that were sent to the Zones and Dealers to cover a number changes in regards to service.


Published: 2018-02-21 Views: 2488 times
Categories: Other Service Letters & Bulletins | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949

Service Promotion Bulletins Image

These are the Service Promotional Bulletins that were sent to dealers to give them information service promotions.


Published: 2023-10-17 Views: 534 times
Categories: Other Service Letters & Bulletins | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956

Technical Letters Image

Technical Letters issues by Packard on various issues.


Published: 2016-05-16 Views: 6760 times
Categories: Other Service Letters & Bulletins | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956

Trade Letters Image

Trade Letters on various matters that were issued by Packard to Zones and Dealers


Published: 2016-05-15 Views: 5686 times
Categories: Other Service Letters & Bulletins | Sales and Promotion Bulletins | 1924 > 1899 | 1925 | 1926 | 1927 | 1928 | 1929 | 1930 | 1931 | 1932 | 1933 | 1934 | 1935 | 1936 | 1937 | 1938 | 1939 | 1940 | 1941 | 1942 | 1943-1945 | 1946 | 1947 | 1948 | 1949 | 1950 | 1951 | 1952 | 1953 | 1954 | 1955 | 1956

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