Re: Tim's '55 Patrician

Posted by Jim L. in OR On 2011/9/25 23:34:07

Hi Tim,
I became a '55 Packard Patrician owner almost exactly one year ago. I had hoped to be driving it by now but "life" got in the way. I still have my '51 to console me.
Like has been suggested by others, I went through a complete service on the '51 before driving it: dropped the oil and Ultramatic Transmission pans and cleaned them along with changing the oil in the rear end. I also did the wheel bearings and seals at the same time. Now I know that everything has at least been checked.
If you think checking the brake fluid on a '55 Packard is fun try it on a '60 Imperial. The master cylinder top is covered by the Power Brake Booster so it is usually easier to wedge your little finger under all that (once you get the top unbolted) as see how far it takes to get your finger wet.
Checking the brake fluid on a '51 Packard (under the car) is more fun yet. I'm looking for a remote filler that was optional for the '51.
I fell in love with the '55-56's since I saw a '56 in the local Packard dealer's showroom when I was 8. They are great cars and there is NOTHING that you cannot find out from this group.
I'll be following your postings with great interest.

Jim L. in OR