This is what was placed on my '55 Packard 400. It bolts right on and I was able to still use my original knob on the interior.

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Keith,

It's TOP Secret I'm sure! Further, do you really think we should even be discussing such a topic within this venue? Could someone out there be lurking? Will we ever know? Are we to be marked Packard men now?

I got a catalog too recently. My code is PAC 5 FB0318 DJK & I have not the faintest idea what it really means.


;)

Kevin

Sir: Give this gentleman a call. he is reasonably close to you and maybe he can help you.

http://www.ultramaticdynamics.com/

Kevin

Kev,

Before I tell you how much; let me first tell you about Packards International, from whom I made the 'purchase'! They are the Packard club that is headquartered in California and they are a fine bunch of people who are always ready to help us Packard owners. I called the PI office as you suggested and I was referred to a fellow from the club who handles the 5" air-duct material. Well that was late last week & today a box arrived her at the house with my duct. Also inside the box was a bill. Yup, PI just sent me the product first and now I'll send them their remittance. It's truly a pleasure doing business with them.

$18 for duct plus shipping of $6.

Kevin

Thanks Big Kev for PI So. California tip. I've called them and should have the necessary ducting soon. I also tried JC Whitney (on-line) without success. Before all this I had attempted to purchase the ducting locally, and I could have been the proud owner of a 6' long section of black vinyl (with nylon ribbing inserted internally)at the cost of $56 without the 8.1 tax but I passed. My other concern was what Brian wrote about the heat sagging the product. The sun and extra heat in So. Ariz can be very tough on most petroleum based products.

Kevin
Tucson

Having much difficulty locating the cloth 5" duct that brings fresh air in 55-56 Packards through engine compartment! Leads appreciated!!!!!

Byran........PM sent.

kg

Congrats on the purchase of your '55 Patrician. May you have may years of fun with it. I've attached some pics with door panels you find of interest. They are from my '55 Patrician parts car. The colors appear to be the same as yours & I'm willing to trade/sell if your are interested.

Kevin

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Mr. Pushbutton,

No I didn't BUT wish I had. As I've been endeavoring for several years now to complete this car, I had different items plated and then stored awaiting the day that it was time to again replace things onto the 400. After hanging the rear bumper last weekend, I notice that I cracked the plating on long piece that crosses from side to side (tail pipes feed through)on the rear bumper. I only too late realized that I mixed several parts together and as I now realize I am the culprit. Live and learn! As I finish the car I still have the front grille assembly to do, and I plan on 'test fitting' prior to plating.

Kevin
Tucson, AZ

Added another picture ...........erred with bumper pic that was also put on today.

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