Re: '53 Cruising Speed

Posted by JWL On 2011/10/6 22:16:44

Actually, all the Ultramatics have a real high gear with the direct drive clutch feature. When engaged it is no different than a standard transmission car in high gear. A 3.23:1 ratio seems a bit high, maybe you have a 3.54:1? The '53 Clippers are nice cars. Congratulations.

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Edit: Brochure says on the Ultamatic equipped Clippers a 3.54:1 ratio is fitted and the Deluxe Clippers have 3.23:1 ratio. Deluxe Clippers came with the 327 cu. in. 160 h.p. engine and the Clippers with the 288 cu. in. 150 h.p. engine. So Packard used the higher 3.23:1 ratio on the Deluxe Clippers with the more powerful engine. Makes sense.