Steve, without question I appreciate the 'handholding' in whatever project or task I face; simple details are often overlooked in the 'gosh, I've done this a hundred times' attitude that is sometimes found. Not me, I'd rather read a review of steps involved and absorb the essentials as needed.
Nothing worse than nasty surprises in what was anticipated to be a smooth repair... and I've had my share.
I've noted the helpful video offered by BigKev and will review prior to proceeding. * BigKev!, again*

That said, I'm off on Wednesday to look at (read buy) a
basket-case but running '40 110 so it looks like I'm a committed Packard owner...


An added note; I have yet to find a more helpful, friendly & knowledgeable bunch of folks that those I've found here;
many, many thanks for sharing your tips, info and concern.



cheers,
michael

Gentlemen, your advice is spot on; fortuitously, at the last swap meet, I picked up a high amperage cut-off and had almost forgot about it, will add that task to my already lengthy to-do list.
Thanks for considering the safety of myself and my vehicle, sincerely appreciated.

best,
michael

John, I appreciate the checklist you've provided, assured, I'm
going over this one bit by bit as it's just arrived in my garage last Sunday, addressing the immediate and obvious needs at the moment. Other than that, I'm learning a lot about it and Packard ways

cheers,
michael

Randy, thanks for the tip, note my last post (and this one) already done, heck, I'm learning again!
Agreed, superb site software, as many features as one could imagine and... it all WORKS! (thanks to BigKev; well done!)

cheers,
michael

No, I tend to agree with BigKev, a clogged fuel filter or line have the same effect; then again, depending on the ambient temperature, it could even be an iced up fuel line, let's not forget the effect of condensation in colder climes!

cheers,
michael

Dave, appreciate the numbers... that should help a LOT!
Testing the sig function with this post...

cheers,
michael

Oops, apologies, made an assumption that interested parties might peruse my Packard Owners registry entry...
Pertinent info: 1939 Six 4 dr Touring Sedan, Model 1282 17th Series. Six cylinder 245.

Appreciate your pointing that (should have been obvious to me, doh!) detail out,

cheers,
michael

Thanks for the link, another option is always handy!
So far just trying to determine if the existing double action pump is correct and original to the car...

michael

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Here is what there is of my '39, dial covers are absent.

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BigKev, thanks for the help out... looks like the place to go!

cheers,
michael