1956 Build Slip Codes

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2008/8/24 22:34:26

I've run across a more extensive list of build slip codes for 1956 Packards than I'd seen before and thought you might find it interesting. No doubt some apply to 1955 and perhaps even 1954 and earlier cars. Of course not all items were available on all models, and some were standard equipment on some models and not listed on the build slip. A couple were new to me, for example 2 different power seat codes and what would seem to be a black top (presumably for Caribbeans?). Also I wonder what "high speed equipment" meant. Also note there is no code for standard transmission which I think may confirm that no cars where Ultramatic was standard were shipped with stick shift (though dealers may have been happy to convert them). This is somewhat confirmed by the fact that there was no Utica Plant engine code for Caribbean engines with standard flywheels. Anyway, conjecture away and enjoy.

HE Hot air heater
HEUH Hot air heater & underseat heater
OD Overdrive
HS Hub shell covers
WRC Wheel trim rings - chrome
WRP Wheel trim rings - painted
WR Wheel trim rings - stainless
RPM Radio manual antenna
RPE Radio electric antenna
RUE Radio universal tuning (Wonderbar?)
OB Oil bath air cleaner
OF Oil filter
PL Power-Lok (Twin Traction) differential
BL Backup light
RR Radio - reat compartment speaker
FS Rear fender shrouds
VM Rear view mirror - non-glare
PS Power steering
BU Power brakes
TTO Tubeless tires
SF Heat absorption glass, filter
SG Heat absorption glass
CW Chrome wire wheels
CK Glove box light
WT Wheel trim - wire
GS Automatic transmission
ST Front seat power track - 4 way
EWL Electric window lifts
TWST Front seat power track - 2 way
WS White sidewall tires
SP 6-ply tires
WW Windshield washer
Cl Trunk compartment light
AIR Air conditional unit
TM Black top
WM White top
TL Torsion level suspension
PERMA F Permanent antifreeze

There are others where the code letters are not legible:

High speed equipment
Tool kit
Extra wheel & tire
Cigar lighter
Accessory kit
Two-tone paint