Re: 1940 Super 8 160 Model 1803 Project
Posted by Jim On 2010/9/19 23:50:18
A bit of progress this weekend. We adopted a forlorn little stray doggy this week. He likes to hang out in the garage and seems to be Packard approved. He is a little weak right now, but getting stronger by the day.
Managed to get new inner tie rod ends installed. It was not to tough, just a good whack on the pickle fork and they released with ease.
Got out the 36" Crescent and 3/4" drive socket set to remove the pinion flange. With new seal in hand, it turned out to be the wrong size. It happens, it is easily corrected. Also ran into a situation where the seals I got for the front hubs just dropped in the hub. They are about .020" under. Came from the same fellow, will send all back and he will get me the correct ones. Just one of those annoying little setbacks we all encounter from time to time.
Other than that, started to do e-brake adjustments and brake adjustments. Changed transmission oil, and filled front shocks with hydraulic fluid. Getting closer, just working a little at a time.
The car is beginning to limber up and take shape. It is neat to see things come to life with care and attention.
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Managed to get new inner tie rod ends installed. It was not to tough, just a good whack on the pickle fork and they released with ease.
Got out the 36" Crescent and 3/4" drive socket set to remove the pinion flange. With new seal in hand, it turned out to be the wrong size. It happens, it is easily corrected. Also ran into a situation where the seals I got for the front hubs just dropped in the hub. They are about .020" under. Came from the same fellow, will send all back and he will get me the correct ones. Just one of those annoying little setbacks we all encounter from time to time.
Other than that, started to do e-brake adjustments and brake adjustments. Changed transmission oil, and filled front shocks with hydraulic fluid. Getting closer, just working a little at a time.
The car is beginning to limber up and take shape. It is neat to see things come to life with care and attention.
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