thanks, I will look for it on my E mail. John Verity

Hi, there is quite a capable driveline specialty shop here in Boise. I could remove the axles and remove the pumpkin to take to them, along with the correct parts.

Where should I look for parts?

Thanks, John Verity

Hi, How do I contact Joe Santana? I would like to talk with him and get his advice. I do want to do the rear end right the first time.

Thanks, John Verity

John Verity here in Boise with the noisy transmission.

It has become pretty apparent that the rear end is the source of the noise, and not the transmission. Thanks to those of you who suggested the rear might be the problem.

Where can I buy a ring and pinion set, bearings etc? Where can I get a print out of how to go about rear end disassembly and proper set up with new parts?

One of you asked for some photos of the car. How do I post them to this forum?

Thanks for all of your help and advice.

John Verity, Boise, Idaho

Thanks for the advice. It may be that the pinion is making the noise. I will jack up and listen as you suggested.

Do you know of a more modern rear end assembly that could be adapted to the 47 Packard? One that would allow use of stock wheels.

I installed a Mercury Marquis 9" rear in my 47 Hudson (after shortening the axles and axle tubes) with a great result.


The car is going to be buffed and detailed next week. I'll post some photos after that.

Thanks, John Verity, Boise

Looking for some guidance and advice regarding the overdrive transmission on my 47 super 8 custom club sedan.

I am finishing my garage shop restoration of this car, and am now able to drive it for the first time. I have many hours and lots of money in the new engine, new interior, new paint, and redone chrome.

Now that I can drive the car, it is obvious that the transmission is noisy and should have been rebuilt.

Two questions. 1. who has a rebuilt or good overdrive transmission, and
2. Does it make sense to sell the car running and driving with the noisy trans, and not put any more money into it?

The car is in Boise, Idaho.

Thanks for your input. John Verity

The starter kept cranking after letting up on the accelerator after the engine started.

A remote starter switch didn't seem to help. Shimming the starter back did seem to help.

Wanting to get a replacement carb so I can keep working with the restoration. My carb is at a dysfunctional rebuild shop.

Thanks for your ideas and help. John Verity, Boise

Hi, the starter would stay engaged before and after a complete rebuild.

I bypassed the carb start switch with a remote switch, and still had the problem even after a total starter rebuild.

Shimming back seems to have solved the problem - I hope.I'm not sure why, because there did appear to be plenty of drive/ring gear clearance.

I sent my carb to a phony rebuilder in Blackwood New Jersey, and am having trouble finding out if or when he will rebuild.

That is the reason I am looking for a replacement WDO 531S.

Thanks, John Verity, Boise

Hi, did you find a spare WDO 531S? I would be interested in buying it from you.

johnjverity@hotmail.com or 208 853-0809

Thanks, John Verity, Boise

I am restoring a 47 Super 8 custom club sedan.

The carb is missing. There is a 40-41 8 cylinder Carter WDO479S available online.

Will that carb work on my 47?

If not, what is the correct carb designation, and where might I find one?

Also, I have had a lot of trouble with the starter not disengaging. I have shimmed the starter motor back 3/16".

Might that help?

Thanks for any advice and comment.

John Verity, Boise, Idaho