Re: 1940 180 Econo-drive
Posted by Ozstatman On 2010/6/30 22:25:00
Quote:G'day Martin,
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In response to your questions:
(1) Are Econo-drives easily available? - You'd need a complete system and these are probably hard to come by. Accumulating all the parts would be feasible but probably a long slow and expensive process.
(2) Can they be installed with relative ease? - Would involve some modifications to the chassis for the greater length of the trans/OD unit and clearance for solenoid and governor as well as shortening tail shaft.
(3) Are they worthwhile for a driver? - Very much so with the major advantage being improved economy.
Saying all that, there are much more learned and experienced Packard people here who should be able to provide more detailed answers than mine.
And don't forget, WHEN you acquire the '40 1807 please include it in the Packard Owner's Registry here, together with a pic, any known history and how you acquired it?
Martin OToole wrote:.....I am looking at a very nice driver 1807.....
to PackardInfo.In response to your questions:
(1) Are Econo-drives easily available? - You'd need a complete system and these are probably hard to come by. Accumulating all the parts would be feasible but probably a long slow and expensive process.
(2) Can they be installed with relative ease? - Would involve some modifications to the chassis for the greater length of the trans/OD unit and clearance for solenoid and governor as well as shortening tail shaft.
(3) Are they worthwhile for a driver? - Very much so with the major advantage being improved economy.
Saying all that, there are much more learned and experienced Packard people here who should be able to provide more detailed answers than mine.
And don't forget, WHEN you acquire the '40 1807 please include it in the Packard Owner's Registry here, together with a pic, any known history and how you acquired it?
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