Steel wool in the exhaust pipe to help keep the critters out of the engine. Many people tie a flag on the steel wool to help remember to remove steel wool when the car is started.

Try HydroELectric Punta Gordo, FL.
A great supplier of hydraulic components for the classic car hobby for several decades.

I've found some paperwork associated with 5582-1640. If it's your Patrician pls send a photo of your dataplate to me by way of a Private Message and we'll get the paperwork back with your Packard.

1950 Station Sedan Sold at Mecum, April 2021. Miles then 89,555- now 89,592. Sold then at $41,800- no sale now at Mecum Indy. Bid to $42,000.

The 1949 Club Coupe Sold at RM Auburn Fall in Sept. 2021 for $20,350. The seller must have made some improvements? No sale at Mecum Indy for $35,000.

Suggest you contact Tommy Baccaro, Director PAC Lone Star Packard Region in Houston. See the LSP website for his contact info. Meador was responsible for identifying and developing Packard dealerships. In that time, Dealers purchased their Packards from the distributor, not Packard Detroit. Earle Anthony held the distribution rights for Packard in California. A different system of selling cars. In that era, buyers could expect a 20% discount from the window sticker price or an inflated price for their trade-in. A different time!

Sent Private Message. Glad no one was injured. Good luck.

Max Merritt offers straight molding for running boards. I am not aware of any company reproducing the horseshoes at this time.

I have a friend who immediately needs a rebuilt Ultramatic for a 1953 Clipper. Pls send a private message- Jan 28

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