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Re: Wanted 1949 Packard series 2301
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48customfastback
I have several BUT they are from 48-50 Custom Eights (356).
I will check and see if any of the 3 extra are smaller as I did acquire a 288/327 Intake/Exhaust manifold as part of the 2.5 parts cars I picked up years ago. If someone posted some measurements of one I could compare mine.

I have exterior door handles. What is the status of your car? Do you need good drivers or are you looking for NOS handles or reasonable for Daily driver...no pits etc...?

Posted on: 1/29 22:20
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Re: Eddie Edmunds HC Head and Daul Carb Install and Operation
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I completed install of the Edmunds Finned Head last weekend and ran it... a short time to get things heated up enough and then re-torqued. So far...smooth as silk and all cylinder's firing. This weekend I expect to wrap up my cooling system and drive it.
I have had to fabricate/modify my Electromatic Clutch bracket assembly.

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Posted on: 1/3 23:12
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Re: Eddie Edmunds HC Head and Daul Carb Install and Operation
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48customfastback
I completed install of the Edmunds Finned Head last weekend and ran it... a short time to get things heated up enough and then re-torqued. So far...smooth as silk and all cylinder's firing. This weekend I expect to wrap up my cooling system and drive it.
I have had to fabricate/modify my Electromatic Clutch bracket assembly.

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Posted on: 1/3 23:11
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Water distribution Tube - 1948 - 356
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48customfastback
Question:
Will the Water Distribution Tube just slide straight out the front? Mine looks to be brass. My car runs perfect and at temperature... BUT recently when I removed the head and drained coolant... I saw different colors of coolant in different areas which tells me I have a circulation problem.

UPDATE:
Thank you for the comments.
I may leave well enough alone at this point. I replaced the Head and while doing so... noticed the differential coolant colors. I got a lot of crud out of the water jackets and hoes. I have cleaned and vacuumed out areas prior to installing new head. I will clean radiator and will install a re-built water pump. I am preparing for a Florida Club Event in late January. I expect to, in the next couple/ few years to freshen up the entire car. At that time, I expect to rebuild the engine. I have been collecting NOS Engine parts for about 30 years so I may have 1/3 of what I may need. LOL. At this point, for fear of damaging the WDT, I may leave well enough alone. I will flush the remaining system. I have heard many have had good luck with Thermocore...which I may try.
I also will install a GANO Filter as I try to get rid of more crud as I get the car back on the road. Thanks!

Posted on: 12/17 0:38
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Re: Eddie Edmunds HC Head and Daul Carb Install and Operation
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48customfastback
Carbs are Carter 531S's.
The car is a '48 Custom Club Coupe.
Stock Carb is the Carter 531S.

Posted on: 2023/10/21 18:27
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Re: WANTED Edmunds aluminum head
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48customfastback
You should have no problem selling or trading one of the 359 heads should you so desire.
I would love to see pictures of the 359 factory heads.
I looked for the Edmunds Head a long time... like nearly 30 years after I was asked, while selling parts at a Florida Club Event, if I had one or knew where one was from Tom Mix... At the time he was looking for a setup for his Darin.

I've always been a OEM guy but I'm ready to give it a go.

Posted on: 2023/10/16 17:34
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Re: Eddie Edmunds HC Head and Daul Carb Install and Operation
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Nice!
Ross - Is that your engine?
I intend to install the Head in the next week or two and then follow-up after all's well with the Dual Carb setup.
Does the install you shared have fuel regulators? I have seen some with and some without. I have two Dual Intakes.
One similar to the system in the attached photo... It is hidden behind the one with the Carbs in place.
I am located in South Georgia.

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Posted on: 2023/10/15 22:04
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Eddie Edmunds HC Head and Daul Carb Install and Operation
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48customfastback
I have got a Finned Aluminum Head and (2) Daul Carb setups and Edmunds Oval Air Cleaners for my '48 Custom Eight Club Coupe.
I have had these items many years and have decided to install.
Is there anyone out there who has installed this on their Packard.
I have owned my '48 since '89 and I am ready to give it a go.
I would love to know lessons learned or any other information one might provide.
Thanks!

Posted on: 2023/10/14 23:55
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Re: Garage tires for a '48 22nd series
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48customfastback
I have some 820 15's I took off of my '48 Custom 2 Door. 2 are worn near bald on inside but if on a back tire you would never see.
They look great...I'm in Georgia

Posted on: 2023/10/14 23:40
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Re: Help Me Identify This Edmunds Cylinder Head
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If I remember correctly...this head was sold? If not let me know as I am interested. Thanks!

Posted on: 2011/11/1 6:45
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