Re: Please help ID These Packards

Posted by HH56 On 2010/1/9 17:49:03

A lot of mechanical things will interchange & maybe some small trim items but wheelbase does make a difference as does the senior cars (customs) vs junior car designation as some items are heavier or of different construction--even though they might fit. Motors in particular are different sr vs jr but would fit as a unit if both 8's. Sometimes a bit of extra work is required.

Interior wise, some miscellaneous will fit such as handles and a few little assorted chrome pieces but usually won't look the same. Anything big probably won't or would look very out of place. It really depends on the specific item.

Not sure what you need in way of ID but best is to get the body number and engine number. Body is on a plate on L side of cowl under hood and would be in XXXX-XXXX format. Engine is roughly midpoint around distributor on drivers side and just below the head/block parting line. If still original, will begin with FXXXXXX for a 46-47. Once you have those, all the info you need is here to determine exactly.

There is quite a bit of info on site so feel free to download the parts and service manuals for a better idea.