Scott Bluestein	What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#1
Quite a regular Joined: 2017/3/1 19:32 Last Login : 2020/11/11 19:27 From Charleston, SC Group: Registered Users Posts: 31	What original batteries were used by Packard in 1956 for the Caribbean? Posted on: 2020/1/2 15:30

HH56	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#2
Forum Ambassador Joined: 2007/4/20 19:54 Last Login : 11/19 14:32 From Fresno CA Group: Registered Users Forum Ambassadors Posts: 18859	Here is the original info but the early capacity specs do not directly cross to modern batteries rated in CCA. Finding modern batteries to fit the old holders has been an issue for some. Group 31 and group 60/64s have both been used. It is reported the group 31 is a close fit to the tray but may be harder to find and 60/64 fits the tray well but needs shorter bolts for the hold down. Attach file:   (53.95 KB) Posted on: 2020/1/2 15:59
	Howard

Owen_Dyneto	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#3
Forum Ambassador Joined: 2007/3/14 18:01 Last Login : 11/17 18:26 From New Jersey Group: Registered Users Forum Ambassadors Posts: 16694	The Group 60/64 (Exide Classic series) doesn't need shorter hold down bolts, it's about the same height (and width) as the original Group 60. But it is shorter and does need a shortened hold down bracket (or some sort of spacer). Posted on: 2020/1/2 18:24

Scott Bluestein	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#4
Quite a regular Joined: 2017/3/1 19:32 Last Login : 2020/11/11 19:27 From Charleston, SC Group: Registered Users Posts: 31	Thank you.. Posted on: 2020/1/3 16:04

Scott Bluestein	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#5
Quite a regular Joined: 2017/3/1 19:32 Last Login : 2020/11/11 19:27 From Charleston, SC Group: Registered Users Posts: 31	What color are the battery caps for the Auto-Lite or Willard batteries? Posted on: 2020/1/4 9:33

R H	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#6
Home away from home Joined: 2012/4/10 21:35 Last Login : Today 11:22 From San Diego, CA USA Group: Registered Users Posts: 2582	If you want a battery to fill the tray 29f deep cycle.. Wal mart .. A little wide. But that is what I use. Posted on: 2020/1/5 16:10
	Riki

Scott Bluestein	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#7
Quite a regular Joined: 2017/3/1 19:32 Last Login : 2020/11/11 19:27 From Charleston, SC Group: Registered Users Posts: 31	I was trying to make my modern battery look like an original battery. Posted on: 2020/1/5 17:12

HH56	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#8
Forum Ambassador Joined: 2007/4/20 19:54 Last Login : 11/19 14:32 From Fresno CA Group: Registered Users Forum Ambassadors Posts: 18859	The 55-6 Packard listing on the Antique Auto Battery website brings up a WIllard replica and the description says that battery had red caps. Doesn't mention anything for AutoLite.antiqueautobattery.com/batteries/other/60KW.html Posted on: 2020/1/5 18:05
	Howard

Packard Don	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#9
Home away from home Joined: 2014/7/15 13:30 Last Login : Today 15:07 From Crooked River Ranch, OR Group: Registered Users Posts: 6195	Would an AutoLite battery have been original for 1956 Clipper too as opposed to the Willard? Posted on: 2020/1/5 19:40
	All generalities are false. Don Pierson Packard / IMPERIAL page CA DMV Licensed Vehicle VIN Verification 1951 Henney-Packard 3-Door Long Wheelbase Air Force Ambulance 1954 Packard Patrician 1954 Packard Patrician Parts Car 1956 Clipper Custom Sedan

HH56	Re: What batteries were original used in 1956 Packards?	#10
Forum Ambassador Joined: 2007/4/20 19:54 Last Login : 11/19 14:32 From Fresno CA Group: Registered Users Forum Ambassadors Posts: 18859	According to the SC chart in post #2 the same batteries were used, or I would at least presume, would have been available on all models. Posted on: 2020/1/5 19:50
	Howard