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New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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Walter
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Hey Everybody...

I just got 2 1948 sedans and 2 1949 woodies and 1 really nice complete chassis.

It was an all or nothing deal. Still trying to figure out what I am going to do. Each car is packed to the roof with parts and one extra engine.

I think I am going to try to get the chassis running first. Evedently it came from a museum here in central texas and was running when it was parked....yeah right. The head looks like it has been removed so I will start with a good inspection.

I have yet to go over the chassis to find any indication as to the exact year. It looks the same as far as I can tell and the engine looks the same as well.

Everything is real dirty/dusty and I will post some pics as soon as I start getting stuff cleaned up.

Thanks,
Walter

Posted on: 2012/8/15 19:47
As soon as I figure out exactly what I have I will post it here!
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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Joseph Earl
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Welcome! What a great find!

Posted on: 2012/8/15 19:51
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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HH56
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Welcome and congratulations. As you know or might have guessed, the motor number on the engine in the chassis will be the only form of ID for that one. If the engine is original at least you'll have a year and a good idea of what chassis. If you haven't already got the info, a handy serial number list and info to help decipher size and chassis is available here

Posted on: 2012/8/15 20:02
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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Congrats Walter - I chased that deal for nearly a year, had the trucks and trailers ready, however, my background as a lawyer seemed to drive a wedge in the deal when I asked for titles and/or an affidavit of sale. Just curious as to how you fared in this regard?

Posted on: 2012/8/15 21:14
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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David Baird
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I might be interested in one of the woodies if you decide to sell. I'm in Missouri, so not too far away.

Posted on: 2012/8/15 21:39
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1949 Club Sedan
1947 Custom Sedan
Completed a book on the 22nd & 23rd series cars
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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Let the ride decide
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Walter,
Hope to meet you at the Texas Packard meet in Salado in 2013.texaspackardmeet.com.
facebook.com/pages/Texas-Packard-Meet-Salado-TX/195572743907302

Sounds like you are going to have some fun. Look forward to seeing pictures.

Posted on: 2012/8/15 21:56
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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Walter
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That's great to know About the Packard meet. I have put it on the calendar. Thanks!

Posted on: 2012/8/15 22:48
As soon as I figure out exactly what I have I will post it here!
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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Walter
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Quote:

flackmaster wrote:
Congrats Walter - I chased that deal for nearly a year, had the trucks and trailers ready, however, my background as a lawyer seemed to drive a wedge in the deal when I asked for titles and/or an affidavit of sale. Just curious as to how you fared in this regard?


I got one title for the 48 and a copy of another title. I also found a data plate in a box but have yet to try to match it up.

Posted on: 2012/8/15 22:54
As soon as I figure out exactly what I have I will post it here!
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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Ozstatman
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G'day, or should I say Howdy, Walter,
Irrespective, to PackardInfo!

I see this "As soon as I figure out exactly what I have I will post it here!" in your signature line. I presume that means you are going to include all five Packards in the Packard Owner's Registry here on PackardInfo? I hope so, not often does the chance come along to boost the numbers there by more than one at a time.

Posted on: 2012/8/16 0:59
Mal
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Bowral, Southern Highlands of NSW, Australia
"Out of chaos comes order" - Nietzsche.

1938 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD

1941 One-Twenty Club Coupe - SOLD

1948 Super Eight Limo, chassis RHD - SOLD

1950 Eight Touring Sedan - SOLD

What's this?
Put your Packard in the Packard Vehicle Registry!
Here's how!
Any questions - PM or email me at ozstatman@gmail.com
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Re: New Post-War guy....Howdy from Texas!
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Walter
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Quote:

HH56 wrote:
Welcome and congratulations. As you know or might have guessed, the motor number on the engine in the chassis will be the only form of ID for that one. If the engine is original at least you'll have a year and a good idea of what chassis. If you haven't already got the info, a handy serial number list and info to help decipher size and chassis is available here


Awesome! I just printed the page for my year and will be checking engine numbers. Thanks.

Posted on: 2012/8/16 10:17
As soon as I figure out exactly what I have I will post it here!
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