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51ratpackard
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i was wondering if any one had a clue what metal the grill is made out of on a 51 200 deluxe

Posted on: 2008/11/11 12:32
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The bumpers are steel, but the various grille components are made of pot-metal.

Posted on: 2008/11/11 12:36
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Quote:
51ratpackard wrote:......... 51 200 deluxe


G'day 51ratpackard,

First post so welcome aboard Packardinfo, a great Site!

I saw, before the Owner Registry went off air, that you added your '51 to the Registry so thanks for that.

Again - and

Posted on: 2008/11/11 16:18
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thanx man .

Posted on: 2008/11/15 20:25
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All these grilles are chromed pot metal. The 52 and 53 model years did not have nickel plating due to the Korean War effort and often pitted very early. These grilles often need restoration of the pot metal and triple chrome plating to make them show quality. About $1000 in today's money for a job well done. Regards

Doug

Posted on: 2008/11/17 22:33
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Some of the '54 grilles were also "War Chromed" and sprayed with clear lacquer to protect them. That clear finish on my '54 grille has a yellowish tint now.

Posted on: 2008/11/17 22:48
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