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My Napa couldn't get them. Nor could any of the other parts houses in the Tulsa area. Most prices online I found were noticeably higher.

Thanks BK

The big red cable is actually the positive from the Battery. My grandmother had the kill switch for the battery installed in the trunk for easy access. Kind of goofy but it worked.

What do you mean by the “small terminal”? I will check for power flow again.

The starter should be fine. The car ran and all was good before I started so I know it is in something I am trying to “fix” as I replace the old with a refresh.

What is that large red wire near the exhaust for?

I'd get out the test light/volt meter and check for power at the solenoid, and also on the small terminal when the starter button is pressed.


If no power on that small terminal then check for power at the switch.

If you have power at the solenoid and on the small terminal, then either the solenoid is bad (it should click when you press the start button.

Or there is an issue with the starter.

You could try jumping between the two large terminals on the solenoid with jumper cable to see if the starter spins.

Able to get some things complete but need some advice

Finished up exhaust




Part came in from Joel Ray and I finished the fuel line

Replaced the heater control valve with the part from NAPA. Perfect fit




With everything in place I tried a test start. But no luck. Did not even turn over.
Battery is fully charged.
Double checked wiring
Yes put some gas in tank
Double checked grounds

Lights work so I know power is flowing.

At a bit of a loss on where to start trouble shooting.

Thoughts and guidance very much appreciated.

Anytime my local Napa doesn't have the correct bulbs, I usually can find them on either Amazon or Ebay.

G'day Miguel Gallego,
I see you've been a PackardInfo Member for some time, but first post, so but sorry I can't assist with your request.

I invite you to include your '49 Henney Packard in PackardInfo's Packard Vehicle Registry.

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for including your '32 Standard Eight Convertible Sedan in PackardInfo's Packard Vehicle Registry.

Thanks, Don. This project has taken longer than expected. The pump had been rebuilt many years ago (60) and not enough
material on the diaphragm stem to re-peen and had to braze material on the end to make long enough and then machine
to size. (1/4")

Again, thanks for your suggestions.

Thank you all,

A late follow-up to this:
- In the end, I did not end up acquiring an 840; my work proceeded with a 1932 Model 902 (added to registry)
- EDL Services proved indeed responsive and helpful, though ultimatley did not have a higher-speed rear end ratio differential gear available for a Model 902; they did state that they could commission new construction for a series, but the cost of this would be particulalry high - higher than they were ready to ask for
- In the end I purchased a Gear Vendors overdrive, and had it installed by Pumphrey & Co of Campbell, CA; I am quite happy with the results, acheiving a comfortable cruise of 65-70 mph
- I do remain convinced that the car is able to acheive an even higher cruise speed than this, one which would be closer to average [Californian] Interstate / [European] Motorway cruising speeds by swapping out the differential gears for a higher rear-end ratio in addition to having the overdrive. However, I find few other Packard owners that seem ready to agree with me on this, and am considering to go on a mission to change persons view on this; time will tell where I land with this.

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Printed and up on the shop wall! Thanks!
Found some more information too in my brother's trade school book under 'Installing Plugs':
"If a torque wrench is not available, run plugs up until the gasket is just contacted (new gasket). Give the plug 1/2 to 3/4 turn beyond this point"
Have fun!
Bob J.