Re: 51Pack200's 1951 200

Posted by 51Pack200 On 2020/7/22 22:07:58

A quick update and questions:

First the updated. Not a lot has happened in the last month. The engine is still in the shop being worked on. After total disassembly and cleanup there were not major problems with it. Going with a +.030 bore and and a -.010 on the crank.

The front suspension is totally disassembled, cleaned, and waiting for me to paint it. That will happen when the respirator I just ordered comes in next week. I was tired of getting high while painting and respirators are finally back in stock with a more reasonable delivery time.

Now the question:

It is now time to go into the Ultramatic. I have rebuilt an automatic trans in the past (Ford C-4) so that part of this does not scare me. However I have no experience with Packards. So I am looking for any advice from those that have done so.

1) Should I open up the converter?
2) Should I disassemble the valve body?
3) What should I look for in terms of wear items and known issues.
4) Is the Kanter rebuild kit the one to go for?


I have an original copy of the "Serviceman's Training Book" so that will help.

The car has 129K miles and has been sitting since 1965. When we drained the ATF it looked OK and did not smell particularly burnt.

As always, thanks in advance.

Alan