Re: Hole behind the license plate on a 55 Custom, what is it for?
Posted by HH56 On 2022/8/18 8:27:51
If the hole is approximately a half inch in diameter and that is some sort of blank cover I think O_D has called it but a trailer connection is also a possibility since the location would be close to the hitch.
The spare tire hose valve does not show up in the 55-6 accessory books but was undoubtedly available. Here is a showing from the 51 book. The placement so close to the license plate is a bit more hidden than the Packard suggested location but since it could be dealer installed, maybe an owner request.
EDIT: I think Don may be correct with the trailer connection. Enlarging and brightening the photo you can see the extra holes for screws that would hold the plug.
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The spare tire hose valve does not show up in the 55-6 accessory books but was undoubtedly available. Here is a showing from the 51 book. The placement so close to the license plate is a bit more hidden than the Packard suggested location but since it could be dealer installed, maybe an owner request.
EDIT: I think Don may be correct with the trailer connection. Enlarging and brightening the photo you can see the extra holes for screws that would hold the plug.
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accessory.jpg (89.09 KB)
hole.jpg (20.46 KB)
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