Re: Hi all...new guy here with some transmission questions

Posted by 39SixSedanMan On 2013/5/13 11:49:47

Mendo, For what it is worth, I put the borg warner R9 in my 1939 Six and it is a wonderful driver, quite a pleasure. Packard began offering OD in 39 with the Borg Warner R6, then the R9 from 40 through mid 48, then the R11. The installation was quite straightforward (as long as you don't mind handling a couple hundred pounds!).

I suggest going ahead with the R11, especially if you have it in hand. Don't worry too much about the electrical connections, they are straightforward and simpler than the R9 that I have. You won't regret it.

As for authenticity, I would trust Pete's instructions on the straightforward modifications to use the floor shifter with the normally column shift OD/Transmission combinations.

Pete is the master. Listen to him.

Hope this helps,
Pat