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1942

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: 12455 times

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: 3876 times

1937-1949 Packard Bearing Data Image

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

Published: 2006-05-23 Views: 4156 times

1939 - 1946 Tune-Up Specification And Adjustment Chart Image

Published: 2017-02-08 Views: 1920 times

1941 - 1947 Series Igniton System Training Manual Image

This manual from April of 1947 was the training manual given to new Packard Mechanics in Training. It contains a wealth of information that could be applied to most Packards of any year.

Published: 2006-04-21 Views: 3487 times

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: 3532 times

1941 Packard A/C Service Manual and Updates Image

This is the 1941 Packard Service Manual. Also included are the section of the service letters and counselors that apply to the 1941 A/C system. Including the announcement of using Methyl Cloride instead of Freon during the war.

Published: 2008-07-31 Views: 1838 times

1941 Service Letters Image

Here are the 1941 Packard Service Letters. These were sent out to the dealers to provide service and training updates and other general company information.

Published: 2009-06-17 Views: 1701 times

1941-1942 Clipper Service Parts List Image

This is the 1941-1942 Packard Service Parts List (Book). This included all the parts, groups, and exploded part diagrams.

Published: 2023-03-21 Views: 412 times

1941-1947 Packard Clipper Master Parts Book Image

Here is the 1941-1947 Packard Clipper Master Parts Book(also called the Parts Manual or Parts List). 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: 2008-12-04 Views: 6292 times

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: 5983 times

1942 20th Series Wire Diagrams Image

This is the 1942 20th Series Wire Diagrams.

Published: 2008-11-19 Views: 1293 times

1942 Never Was Quality So Important Pamphlet Image

This is the 1942 "Never Was Quality So Important" Pamphlet. This contains information and the 1942 Senior models.

Published: 2024-03-20 Views: 318 times

1942 Packard  Acme Proxlin Paint Chips Image

These are the 1942 Packard Paint Chips by Acme Proxlin, showing available paint schemes and codes.

Published: 2022-10-20 Views: 454 times

1942 Packard Accessory Data Book Image

This is the 1942 Packard Accessory Data Book, it contains information about what Factory Approved Accessories were available.

Published: 2016-03-07 Views: 915 times

1942 Packard Accessory Price List Image

This is the 1942 Packard Accessory Price List. It shows the dealer pricing for the various 1942 accessories that were available.

Published: 2016-03-08 Views: 930 times

1942 Packard Car Information Image

Information about the 1942 Packard Car Lineup

Published: 2016-03-02 Views: 961 times

1942 Packard Clippers Owner's Manual Image

This is the Owner's Manual for 1942 Packard Clippers

Published: 2016-11-02 Views: 1479 times

1942 Packard Owners Manual Image

This is the 1942 Packard "Suggestion for the Operation" Manual. AKA Owners Manual. This is for the non-Clipper cars.

Published: 2023-05-01 Views: 349 times

1942 Packard Paint and Upholstery Harmonies Image

This is the 1942 Packard Paint and Upholstery Harmonies dealer sample book. It contains swatches of both paint and upholstery and shows what combinations were available.

Published: 2024-03-19 Views: 282 times

1942 Packard Repair and Tune-Up Guide Image

This is an illustrated condensed Repair and Tune-Up guide for the 1942 Packards. This would be a great piece to keep in the glove box for quick reference.

Published: 2008-09-13 Views: 1103 times

1942 Packard Senior Cars Brochure Image

This is the 1942 Packard Senior Cars Brochure. This contains information and images of the various senior cars offered in 1942.

Published: 2024-03-20 Views: 253 times

1942 Service Letters Image

These are the 1942 Service Letters. These were sent to Dealers from the Factory to provide the Service Updates.

Published: 2010-11-27 Views: 1173 times

1942 Service Parts List Image

This is the 1942 Service Parts List

Published: 2023-07-26 Views: 323 times

1942 Service Repair and Tuneup Booklet Image

Here is the 1942 Service Repair and Tuneup Booklet.

Published: 2006-04-20 Views: 1113 times

1942-1948 Dealer Accessory and Price List Image

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

Published: 2023-09-05 Views: 465 times

1943 Service Letters Image

This is the complete 1943 Service Letter Set. These were sent out during the year to update the Dealers with the latest service and company news. This also contains news from the factory on War time production.

Published: 2009-06-18 Views: 1009 times

1947 Packard DuPont Paint Chips Image

This is the 1947 Packard Paint Chip and contains all the paint chip and color codes for the 1947 Packard models. This also contains the paint codes back to 1941 for reference.

Published: 2009-06-27 Views: 2790 times

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: 3288 times

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: 3585 times

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: 3122 times

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: 3538 times

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: 7753 times

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: 4549 times

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: 3914 times

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: 3064 times

Pre-War Packard Stuff 1899-1942 Image

Listing of Body Styles and Models by year as well as number of Cars made;
Wheelbase, Bore & Stroke, Horsepower, Price Range & Weight Range.
Limited photos of early Packards & Celebrities with Packards. This booklet was created by Neil Anderson.

Published: 2009-08-27 Views: 5132 times

Serviceman's Training Book: Engine Diagnosis and Tune-Up Image

This manual was part of Packard's Service Training Program and covered engine diagnosis and tune-up for 19th, 20th, 21st series cars. But general procedures apply to any Packard with a Straight 8 or 6 motor. Printed July 1947

Published: 2007-05-02 Views: 3508 times

Stewart Warner Electric Wiper Service Information Image

This is the Stewart Warner Electric Wiper service information covering adjustment and repair.

Published: 2010-08-17 Views: 1664 times

Stromberg Carburetor Packard Manual and Parts Catalog Image

This is a Stromberg Carburetor Manual and Parts Catalog prepared for the Packard Motor Car Company. This was sent to the Service Managers at the Packard dealerships

Published: 2017-10-23 Views: 4376 times

US-Rubber Passenger Car Spark Plug Chart Image

This was an original insert card that was hung next to a the spark plug rack at a garage. It lists which spark plugs to use for many of the US Passenger cars from 1930-1942.

Published: 2012-05-17 Views: 2887 times


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