Re: packards in South Africa !!

Posted by william george stocker On 2011/7/28 14:45:02

Thanks guys for all info on my engine,i will follow all leads and make this engine run once again, i have not worked on an engine before so lets hope i can rebuild her the way she was when new? but with your help i am sure i can't go wrong - it won't be for the want of trying,cheers
Bill

Now for the 100 dollar question:- if you read Parkard 1938 1939 series Shop Manual on page 8, 7) Valve System.
under Note- it reads Serrated washers at top end of each valve spring is to:- "Prevent valve Rotation" and make sure that top of spring and Serrated washer are fully seated in counter-bored recess in cylinder block.
(also known as a star washer is to stop something from turning/coming loose)