Re: Finishing what the boys started back in the 50

Posted by Peter Packard On 2023/7/28 0:09:04

Helo all, Attached are Packard Service letters on fitting 288 engines to 37 120C ( but will suffice for any 282 engine fit). I used these instructions to fit a 288 ( 327 plus 40 thou) to my 1938 Richards Touring. It runs very well with lots of pep. I also fitted an R6 OD as it didn't need the governor and less X frame massage. using Holley 600 carb. I used the 282 front engine mount. It is a bit fiddly but you should get another 60-70 hp out of the old girl.

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  288 Engine Installation in 120C Models pg 1.JPG (188.44 KB)


  288 Engine Installation in 120C Models pg 2.JPG (165.74 KB)


  288 Engine Installation in 120C Models pg 3.JPG (216.06 KB)


  288 Engine Kits for Right Hand Drive pg 1.JPG (242.27 KB)


  288 Engine Kits for Right Hand Drive pg 2.JPG (248.21 KB)


  288 Engine Kits for Right Hand Drive pg 3.JPG (310.95 KB)


  1938 Packard 120 031.jpg (156.93 KB)