Some additional info on the forming capability / materials that can be processed, from a US based supplier.

evologymfg.com/capabilities/dsmf-digital-sheet-metal-forming/

A relatively new technology to create body / patch panels much faster, with better uniformity.

sheet metal forming - no tools or dies (hammers, dollies, English Wheel, etc.)

figur.desktopmetal.com/

youtu.be/6oqeVLILGHY

youtube.com/watch?v=ou5wPy56B3I

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undiscoveredclassics.com/

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I'd suggest taking a closer look at the control rod system on the side the dust cover came off. The cover is spring loaded and typically won't come off. Inside the cover is a simple universal joint. If the pin in this universal joint shears, this would allow the control rod to separate and move out.

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This source carries the brake dust covers:

packardparts.com/1929-32-part-specials/

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AI's creations of a 1955 mashup...

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Kevin,
Thanks for all the hard work you do keeping the site running. Small donation sent towards the Packuar / Jagard.
Dave

Marty,

Congratulations on the recent awards for the work you've done on your car!

I'm in the process of getting Packard factory prints for the mud guards / splash shields.

I'll post a copy if they are the correct ones for a 901.

If not I'll take a few pictures of the ones on mine, and post them.

Dave

I'd suggest changing the condenser for the points, if this hasn't been done already. A common failure mode is a failure when hot.