Re: Kanter Deluxe Kit for V8

Posted by Jack Vines On 2008/7/18 18:51:53

You are correct that a modern hypereutectic cast piston would be the perfect replacement for 99% of Packard needs. Thanks for the suggestion on a supplier, but I can't find anything on either Detroit Piston Service or Pontiac Piston Service. Must be a hundred places who want to sell you Detroit Pistons basketball tickets, though.

FWIW, The number of piston makers in the US is dropping rapidly toward zero. Brazil is making a lot of what we get nowadays. I've talked with John Erb, formerly chief engineer of United Engine and Machine, makers of Silvolite and Keith Black Pistons, as well as a couple of others about the possibility of a Packard V8 replacement cast piston. They say it isn't going to happen here in the US. No smaller manufacturers left and just not enough demand to interest the big guys.

thnx, jack vines