Re: 51Packard's....51 Packard

Posted by BH On 2012/8/28 21:17:26

51Packard -

You sure are lucky to have landed that care package.

Make sure you inspect, cut, and fit the pieces carefully; you may not always need as much as was provided.

However, before you go welding any of it up, practice, practice, practice! I only say that because I recall the past problems you had with both the machine and technique, as well as the old material.

Take one of the sections you remove from the car, find a relatively solid spot, cut it apart and practice all you want. You can't hurt scrap, but what are the chances of finding another good donor section if it gets chewed up during installation?

Not sure if your MIG will handle those frame outriggers. I never had to replace one, but you might have to consider arc welding. Perhaps others can offer some experience.

Meanwhile, may the Packard gods speed you to a successful conclusion.