With our restoration shop working on the frame and body, Fred Kanter has decided to take part in the restoration himself. He will be responsible for the tear down, inspection and rebuilding of the Limo's original engine. Fred has already begun on the tear down of the engine by removing the accessories, cylinder head and oil pan.
Per Fred and I quote "there has been many advancements in technology since I rebuilt my mother's 53 Packard's engine 50 years ago. Back then I used a cinder block to sit on when working. Now with advancements we have light weight plastic buckets for sitting. But I will be using the same ridge reamer that I use on my mother's Packard" LOL
The engine when removed was stuck and upon further inspection water had found it's way into some of the cylinders from previous owner's neglect, but not down into the crank case which was a good thing. Fred is in the process of removing the crankshaft so that the piston can be removed. At that point the bores will be inspected and the necessary machining work will be done.
Thanks
James From
Kanter Auto Products
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