Re: 1951 engine and transmission oil leaks

Posted by HH56 On 2013/1/26 10:27:22

One thing to consider is the Torque-Flite conversion seems to be hit or miss. Several have been done and from comments on various forum sites, some drivers are very satisfied while others have reported some serious vibration issues.

Whether those with issues are due to variations in the manufacture of the conversion kit itself or the workmanship when the unit was installed is the big question. I don't recall seeing any feedback from those with issues as to how or if they were resolved.

There is also a conversion available to a GM transmission that a few people have done. From reports it seems to be a successful conversion. On the downside, for the inline 8 it changes the starter motor. I believe the one they chose to use is only 12v. If so, unless you can find - or someone can rewind - the new starter motor into a 6v version, the car would also require a 12v conversion. Perhaps Jason from AER could comment on that.transmissionadapters.com/Packard%20to%20Chev%20adapter%20kit.htm