Re: Successful Packard Hunt

Posted by 55PackardGuy On 2012/10/11 23:21:33

HH,

Do you think that might be a solution to the fade problem? I know this BTV beast will eventually have to be gone through completely, but I want to drive it before winter sets in, then lay it up for the heavy work on the off-season. I also wonder about just switching it over to manual brakes. Is this reversible? I would not want to abandon the originality of the car, but I think I'd enjoy driving it more in the meantime with plain ol' manual brakes that might give me some warning before they go pffft!

Thanks for your prompt reply to my last post. Without youse guys, I and my mechanic would not be very far beyond square one with this car yet, other than the the brake job and greasing it.

BTW, anyone in the Minneaplis/St. Paul area would do well to talk with this mechanic. He is very interested in old cars and a fast learner. He is also old school without being too old, if you know what I mean.

Anyone interested, please PM me.