Re: HotRod Packard

Posted by BigKev On 2008/3/18 21:46:54

With the wiring, it really comes down to what you want to do with it. For the price of a production Packard harness, I was able to by a 21 circuit GM style harness, and will be able to buy all the parts to install power windows and power locks, alternator, etc. The '54 used plastic covered wire, that was wrapped in plastic tape. The wiring color between the GM harness, and the stock Packard wiring color is 95% the same (Packard-Delco). So to the average person, they wont be able to tell anything on my car is different, expect for the Alternator under the hood. I am using Packard window switches, and everything else will be hidden.

My harness was pretty chewed up from rodents. So either way I was going to need a complete new harness.

If you are planning on doing power windows, locks, newer stereo, A/C or any other power hungry modern frills then go 12v. If you are going to keep the stock radio, and dont plan on any other modern electricals, then stick with the 6V, and just repair the existing harness.

Anyway thats my