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G'day all, Welcome to 2008 and it is sooo good to be still above the ground and driving a Packard. I have just fitted a remote Power Booster (PV44) to my 38 Six, to lower the pedal pressure for my 110 lb wife, and it is a great improvement. The max input pressure is 450PSI and the max output pressure is 820 PSI. It mounts easily beside the original master cylinder (would be easier for LHD) and I shall post a few pics on it. The vacuum draw is from the carby to avoid any cylinder leaning. The boosters are around $A250 overhauled and the piping is pretty cheap ( around $A7 for two double flanges on your pipe with your fittings) I have not noticed that a proportioning valve is necessary at this time, but they are readily available at the local auto spares shop. I have still to fit the Ford discs to the 120 but hope to this year. Best regards Peter Toet
Posted on: 2008/1/12 4:52
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Re: Dyneto Charge Regulator
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I understand that the 726 normally has a cut-out only, as on my 533. I would consider a regulator to be a big upgrade. The original 726/733 generator is also flat-out at around 15 amps so try to pick up a generator from the 30's if you are going to run reasonable lights, indicators, etc. Best regards, eter Toet
Posted on: 2008/1/8 5:38
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Re: Burkitt Lymphoma
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Hang in there Tom, at least he has a young liver and kidneys to process the Chemo chemicals. I am in the Pest Control industry and people ask if I am worried about all of the chemicals (pesticides, rodenticides, etc) that I use every day. They are surprised when I advise them that my chemical exposure is less risky than the average homeowner being exposed to the chemical cocktails under the kitchen tub( sinks), in the form of oven cleaners,stain removers, bleaches, etc. I also explain to anti-chemical people who like to drive new cars, just how carcenogenic the vinyl release agents in cars are and how the first three years are particularly bad. That film on the inside of the windows is breathed in during your airconditioned drive and is not good for you. The same may be said about exhaust gases from unleaded petrol cars, until the Catalitic converter gets up to temperature. Our Packards may be old but they are not poisoning us like new cars. Good luck with the Nephew. Peter Toet
Posted on: 2008/1/3 7:08
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Re: Mal's '41 120 Coupe
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G'day Mal, Very glad to read details of you progress with the 41 -120. For the removal of the tie rod ends I have found the wedge fork type available at your local parts supplier (supa-cheap, Autopro, etc) to be most effective. You have a 50% chance of tearing the old boot but it is a breeze to use and very effective. They cost about $A15 and they are available in a large or small size. I purchased both sizes as the come very much in handy to separate the steering arm and any other taper lock fittings on vehicles. I shall show Noel when he gets here. I am surprised that no one has a non fitted 41 instrument cluster to eyeball where the attachment points are. Best regards Peter Toet
Posted on: 2008/1/3 6:49
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Re: Results from my latest adventure!
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G'day Eric, What's that white stuff on the cars and on the ground? I remember in Physics that there were supposed to be three phases of water. Is that the second phase? We don't get much of that at all Down Under. Good luck with the project and I love the Packord truck. Best Regards for 2008. Peter Toet
Posted on: 2008/1/1 5:18
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Re: HAPPY NEW YEARS
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G'day all, Down-Under, we had our New Year's eve party last night and it is already 4 PM on New years day. I am pleased to report that the sun rose as normal on the 1st of January 2008. Have a great New Year 2008, and thanks to all (especially Big Kev) for the very interesting Forum topics and helpful info during 2007. Best Regards Peter Toet, Canberra ,Australia.
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Re: On Portland Oregon's Craigslist
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G'day Mal, That 327 with 4 BBL will shoe horn into that 41 - 120 of yours, and with that R9 O/D will pull 45 mph in O/D first. It would make those Subaru's think twice about the inside lane overtake in Sydney traffic. Just a thought!!!!. P.S. I have some real fun with "hot" BMW's in Canberra and they get a real shock with the bored out 327 and R6 O'D in the 38-120. Peter Toet
Posted on: 2007/12/27 4:07
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Re: Mal's '41 120 Coupe
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G'day Mal, If your front shocks are similar to a 39 120 lever action then I may have some for you at the price of postage. Have a great Xmas, Peter Toet
Posted on: 2007/12/27 3:53
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Re: Straight Eight Compression Distance
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G'day Eric, I wish you every success, I shall post the Flintstone Flyer stuff when I can scan it. Best Regards and Good luck. Peter Toet
Posted on: 2007/12/23 7:14
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