Had a similar problem with my 1951 300. When I got it finally started, it would not shut off.( found out it had been hotwired) I found that Doc runs better after the sun hits the block and warms it up a bit.The debris is the fuel line can be especially a big problem if it has been sitting for a while.The 6V battery really needs a full charge too. If you have been cranking for a while, may be the problem.I assure you, the car is worth it! Keep on doin' and keep in touch with all of us!

Thanks BigKev, i have the numbers that I have been collecting so far here in California, and the National Packard Club number list. Be happy to share.

Thanks guys....I guess the car was too good to be true. I am disconnecting the red wire. I have ordered the correct ignition switch. Looking at the one there really reflects a spliced replacement. I think rewiring the car with a new harness back to packard specs is the only way to go. I will blow up the diagram so I can see. Looks like this is going to take a bit longer than thought to get up an running correctly. Really want it to be done right the first time, so worth the effort. I am so glad you guys know as much as you do....helps to know where I can turn. What a mess! Poor old Doc.

I have a battery that keeps on dieing and will not stay charged that is brand new. To turn over the engine, takes almost every bit of the 6V battery has. Got stuck today, due to lack of gas and a dead battery! Tried to restart and there was not enough juice to turn over the engine. So had to recharge the battery. After driving around the block, I was unable to re-start it. The ignition switch appears to be bypassed and will not turn off, so I must stall the car to make stop. There is a red wire from the positive battery cable to the coil, bypassing the ignition switch. The clock in the dash sounds like it is stuck, and dims the headlights everytime it pulses. Basically, Doc has some issues. It appears the previous owner did what he had to do in order for me to buy the car. I said it had to be running or no deal. Well it runs, just will not turn off! I do not want to wreck anything and I am not really familiar with this system. Any suggestions? HELP!

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For timing, does it matter which cylinder is to the top. I am wondering about the position needed when changing points on the flat 8. Please help!