This guy has a '53 that he bagged and put Detroit Wheels on. You may want to get in touch with him as he's probably done all of the homework already.Bagged and dropped 53 Packard

This looks like a great kit. Is this something they have available to order or did they custom make it for you? I'm interested in purchasing one for my 55 Clipper.

I'm going to be doing a conversion to a GM transmission on my 1955 V8 Clipper. Before I buy a new kit from SpeedGems (Bentsens)I wanted to see if anyone had one lying around they never used. If yes, let's chat! This is November 22nd, 2023 and I will be looking for a few weeks before I order a new one. Thanks!

I Installed the remote reservoir I bought from Highway 101 Rod and Custom in WA. It says it's for a Lincoln but it fits perfectly on the BTV. Attached are a few pictures, I am very pleased with the look.

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Thanks Jerome for the options on remote reservoirs. I just ordered the Lincoln kit from Hwy 101. I'll report back when I have time to install it.

I bought one similar to this a few years ago for my 55 Clipper with the Carter carburetor...
https://www.ebay.com/p/Fuel-Filter-Carter-30-82/228007158

It's a Carter 30-82 ceramic filter and gasket.

I have a junior car and I went with a universal pad from RockAuto, a Metro HI3 (48"x65"). was around $45. Used 3M spray adhesive. It is a black-grey color. Here's a picture for reference.

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I have been using Classic Car oil for years and it works great for my 1955 Clipper.http://www.classiccarmotoroil.com/

Here is handy chart, also check on Coker Tire website for recommendations.
http://www.vintagecarconnection.com/vintage_tire_size_conversion_chart.htm

Here is the link to the manual transmission parts:http://www.ebay.com/itm/1956-Packard-400-manual-transmission-change-over-/263187457776?hash=item3d4731e6f0:g:6BQAAOSwOMdZVvy7&vxp=mtr