1940 convertible Coupe Issues model 1399

Posted by hughdean On 2015/9/3 11:33:19

I recently purchased my 1st Packard,a 1940 convertible coupe. I'm working on learning the car and have identified several issues with the top. It's missing both top counter balance springs and I would like to locate a source for them. Also does anyone out there have any pictures of where they mount and how best to do it, top up or down? Also the actuator rods from the vacuum motors are not attached and I don't know if they work. How do I test the vacuum system? How do I access the vacuum motors to remove them? I have tried to find repair data on the top system and have not been able to locate any information other than the 110/120 Body Manual and the Owners Manual operating instructions. If anyone can help me with my Packard I sure would appreciate it. Thanks, Hugh.