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On the '50 Deluxe 8, there are three rows of horizontal chrome grill pieces above the main bumper. (Sorry, my terminology for these is non-existent; I'm sure there are proper names for each of these pieces). The top one, just below the hood, actually has a section (with separate joints on each end) that is about 12" long and runs from the headlight to the main front grille. I assume it is possible to remove just this secction - does anyone know how? Thanks in advance.

G'day Loshar,
Although a PackardInfo member for some time, see it's your first post, so but sorry I can't help with your query.

However, I invite you to include your '50 Deluxe 8 in the Packard Owner's Registry here on PackardInfo.

loshar; have someone help u take off the hood (unlatch both sides) one man on each side and lift off. remove sheet metal cover in front of radiator, two 1/2 bolts from that side and one more under fender ( u might have to take off the park light door first) good luck. dell

Hey, thanks Dell. I'll try it, probably later this month!!

Loshar for including your '50 Deluxe Eight Club Sedan in the Registry.

I realize it's skecthy right now but I will add more and load a photo when I can.

Hi Loshar,

Welcome to the Packard world! Your post caught my eye because I'm about 80% through my project - also a 2362-5 Deluxe Eight. My original plan was to keep in driving condition while restoring portions along the way. That plan ended on the first body repair job where one thing led to another. Before long the body was off the chassis and all but the engine block was dissembled. 3 1/2 years and $11,951 later, all's left to do is paint, chrome and interior. My daughter has it in her wedding plans in June 2015 so that' my deadline.

Anyway, your 8 looks great. Good luck restoring her, and speak-out whenever you have questions.

(here's a few stages of my journey)

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