Re: Packard V-8

Posted by Steve203 On 2015/12/10 15:36:32
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58L8134 wrote:
Hi

Very late in development to the ballgame, too late in the marketplace to be competitive. Among the good reasons to read Robert J. Neal's last book Packard 1951-1954 are the detailed actions on V8 development from board of director minutes, year by year. Its well worth the time to read and be amazed by the decisions of the board.

Steve


Well, it wasn't *that* late to the ball game. Buick was still using a straight eight until 53 and Pontiac did not have an OHV V8 until 55.

What was inexcusable was the Packard engine and trans were put into production when half baked.

Steve

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