Re: I'm New Here...First truly old car and first Packard
Posted by HH56 On 2024/3/20 14:36:59
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There was only the one prop as standard and you are correct in that the single prop is a pain to use at times. Since you need to lower one side of the hood and lock it before you unlock and raise the other side it suffices even though it is a long reach to grab and swing it over. Organized people think ahead and park it to the other side if they know they will be working on both sides but that is not me.
Having said that, many, myself included, have bought an extra prop bar in order to have both sides covered. Depending on the condition of the support bolt and nut it may just slip on but if not, you may need to have a helper hold the bolt head on the inside under the dash to keep it from turning as you loosen or remove the nut and spring to mount another prop along with the original. Motor City Packards region of PAC sells reproduction props.
If you have a helper another option if you are going to continually be changing sides is to unlock both sides and have the helper assist in lifting the entire hood off the car and set it aside. Just take care wherever you place it that something falling or a sudden burst of wind can't cause damage.
Also, maybe a dumb question, but are there supposed to be one or two hood props? It seems awkward if you put it down on the opposite you need it next time!
There was only the one prop as standard and you are correct in that the single prop is a pain to use at times. Since you need to lower one side of the hood and lock it before you unlock and raise the other side it suffices even though it is a long reach to grab and swing it over. Organized people think ahead and park it to the other side if they know they will be working on both sides but that is not me.
Having said that, many, myself included, have bought an extra prop bar in order to have both sides covered. Depending on the condition of the support bolt and nut it may just slip on but if not, you may need to have a helper hold the bolt head on the inside under the dash to keep it from turning as you loosen or remove the nut and spring to mount another prop along with the original. Motor City Packards region of PAC sells reproduction props.
If you have a helper another option if you are going to continually be changing sides is to unlock both sides and have the helper assist in lifting the entire hood off the car and set it aside. Just take care wherever you place it that something falling or a sudden burst of wind can't cause damage.
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