Re: 1938 Super 8 1605 - adventures with a newbie

Posted by kevinpackard On 2020/1/31 11:12:36

Here's an update for any who are following our saga. My dad and I have been calling around to any source we can find in search of a '39 water pump, and I'm happy to say we have located one. My dad found David from Seattle Packard's and he had just taken delivery of a '39 Super 8 parts car. We reserved the water pump, as well as all the pulleys and fan, in case they are different. The pump will be sent out for rebuild.

During our search I had several great conversations with a few Packard guys, who were very helpful. John Ulrich and I talked for a while about our problem and he shared a lot of knowledge with me. He couldn't help with our specific problem, so he directed me to Parker at Parker's Packards. Parker again was happy to talk and I learned a lot from him.

In addition, I've had several email exchanges with others that have been very helpful. Thank you all for your help and support.

This weekend we'll be wrapping up installing everything in the lower half of the engine and get the oil pan on. After that will be installing the pistons on the rods and getting the block mounted. Then we'll have to wait for the water pump rebuild to get the engine back in the car.

-Kevin