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blue40devil

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

#21

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Sat it on the bellhousing end after removing the studs and removed the pan. Lot of sludge in the pan but the upper crankcase looked pristine. This photo is to reference the oiling system.

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Posted on: 2020/2/23 17:03

blue40devil

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

#22

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Here is a side view.

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Posted on: 2020/2/23 17:04

blue40devil

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

#23

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I removed the front timing cover. Significant corrosion on the tubes to the block and behind the Water pump and the hose attachment. No surprises there. I will post pictures tomorrow.

One thing I found perplexing is the amount of slack in the timing chain. Are they prone to stretching? How are the replacements?

Posted on: 2020/2/29 21:47

blue40devil

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

#24

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Here is some of the corrosion. Notice the water passage holes to the block

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Posted on: 2020/3/1 13:52

blue40devil

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

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And the corrosion behind the water pump and the outlet pipe to the radiator

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Posted on: 2020/3/1 13:54

flackmaster

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

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I'm almost certain the timing chain is easy.
What is more concerning is the timing cover...notorious for corrosion. A friend of mine went through this a year or so ago, thankfully the cover is reproduced as coolant in the oil is not a good thing. Start saving...not a cheap item.

Posted on: 2020/3/1 19:48

blue40devil

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

#27

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Good news. I disconnected the rod/piston that I thought was the reason for the engine being stuck and it turned over beautifully.

Now just need to get that piston loose. I can now work on it from the crankcase side.

Posted on: 2020/3/2 13:48

jfrom@kanter

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

#28

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We have the timing chain for the V12. It is a precision made high quality piece that we have had made in the USA. If you are interest please contact our Packard Department.

Thanks
James From
Kanter Auto Products

Posted on: 2020/3/2 16:05

blue40devil

Re: '38 1608 V12 Project

#29

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I am hand cleaning the engine using oven cleaner, carb cleaner and lacquer thinner, utilizing a pressure washer.

I am starting with the oil pan and it had what looks to be a casting date of 8-23-37. I guess that is right at the model year change.

The pan looked like the La Brea tar pits with the junk in it.

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