Re: Lots of trouble finding parts for my 53 and 51 Packards

Posted by Peter Hartmann On 2008/8/27 10:29:40

Do we get a "hint" as to what KIND of parts you are looking for ? For "service" parts, meaning parts that are typically replaced during and as a part of normal maintainence, you apparently are not aware of how much you can get "off-the-shelf" (or, at the worst, over-night) from any of the major auto parts stores.

For example, EVERYTHING to go thru my '38 Packard V-12's brakes is avail. - because 1 ton trucks that have "drum" brakes have the SAME parts ! NAPA has Pacakrd V-12 distributor points and condensors! Generator brushes ! Gasket material. Bearings for the water pump and generator.

So - if I can get it for my old "dog", bet you can find LOTS more stuff for your much later car. Give us some hints, and I bet these guys will come up with some ideas for you.