First steps? '49 Packard

Posted by Tristar500 On 2024/6/25 10:38:55

I picked up a '49 Packard that needs some work. Hasn't run in 30 years or so but was stored in a barn.
It's a Custome 8.

The engine will turn by grabbing the fan. There is some oil in the pan however the dipstick is missing. My plan here was to find out the capacity of motor oil then fill the engine with that amount and modify a doner dipstick to show the level when full.

I know virtually nothing about these cars.
Battery, 6VDC or 12? Positive or negative ground? If 6 volts, should I do a conversion? This would affect a lot of things from bulbs to radio, starter motor ......

carburetor will certainly need a rebuild,

Anything else I should be on the lookout?