Electromatic Trans

Posted by Dale Rhinehart On 2013/5/26 20:35:42

Greetings Friends, My new 1942 Packard 160 has arrived. It needs some TLC from sitting all those years, but is in priestess condition. It is equipped with "Electromatic" Trans and it works well,however I am not use to the operation and would like to use the 3 speed the regular way. Is there a disconnect switch I can use to lock the Electromatic out and use the clutch it old fashion way? Also I am in need of a 16" rim so I can have a "spare" and not have to dig the side mounts apart if I get a flat. So if any one knows or has a rim to sell that will fit my 1942 let me know. I would also like to change the oil,and not sure what kind of oil I should use, the motor was rebuild in 81 and has very little miles on it. I would like to use SAE 30w detergent. Thanks Dale, PS this car is like driving a Gray Hound bus,it is a smooth ride.