Re: "Waking Sleeping Beauty"

Posted by Jim L. in OR On 2010/12/29 17:28:39

Hey Howard & Craig -

As you both predicted; switching batteries solved the problem.
As to the future; even though I have a tendency to want to keep things original, on this I think I'll let it ride for two reasons. One: It's easier to drop in the battery the right way than to get under the dash and switch terminals. Two: Since I plan on keeping this car a LONG time leaving it Negative Ground will save having to explain things to AAA service people should I need a jump or should I get solid state parts like for the T-L or a hidden sound system.
As for the coil, I'm going to replace it anyway so I'll just hook the new one up accordingly. I think I will work up a notice to put by the battery that it is Negative Ground on the off chance that someone who actually knows Packards might work on it in the future.
Anyway: Howard & Craig - thank you so much for your help! My newly acquired Positive Ground comfort level I'll save for my '51.