Re: Hood Bracing

Posted by PackardV8 On 2009/6/20 8:07:45

Somewhat begs the question then: Why did Packard wait until 56 to use the Kirksite????? Were'nt the 53 thru 55 hoods hand made?????

My guess is that Kirksite developement and use had not YET expanded or evolved to any MAJOR convenience level for production STAMPING operations. Maybe for a butter mould or something but not a 200 ton press for stamping fenders or hoods.

There are many technologies that do not reach practicle levels of use for many years???

So, does the final verdict mean that Packard used Kirksite for the 56 hoods???