1949 2362 Deluxe - engine bay splash shields

Posted by JW49 On 2024/5/25 8:45:49

Hi everyone, I am restoring my splash shields and fresh air intake system on my 49 Deluxe and I came across an opening on the driver's side upper shield that is behind the battery tray. Does anyone know if there is a removable panel that I am missing? It doesn't make sense to me that Packard would leave this open so all the mist and road debris would come up from the wheel through this and onto the battery and engine area. There was strips of rubber stapled around this opening. I'm not sure if the rubber was a seal or just anti rattle. Check out my picture and see what you think.
Thanks!