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Chas, a common problem as these cars get well-used. If you use the search feature you'll find dozens of posts on this.
Posted on: 2017/8/29 11:42
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Just popping in
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Thanks for the quick reply, I will do that.
Posted on: 2017/8/29 11:43
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Good Morning and welcome to the world of Packard Automobiles. Once you determine that you have the shifting forks adjusted properly, you might find that your transmission has lighter oil than it should have. When we purchased our 1949, we had similar problems...they continued until we changed to 140 weight gear oil and the transmission has worked like a clock since. These old girls have had many owners in most of their lives and they come to us with all sorts of things that are not stock. As we discover and repair the experience just becomes better ane better. ENJOY. Ernie
Posted on: 2017/8/29 12:01
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Thanks for the help Ernie. I will try your suggestion.
Chas
Posted on: 2017/8/29 12:17
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This is a common problem with the 1940-41 and 42 models.
You need to read these threads: https://packardinfo.com/xoops/html/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=6106&viewmode=flat&order=ASC&type=&mode=0&start=0 and https://packardinfo.com/xoops/html/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=14285&viewmode=flat&order=ASC&type=&mode=0&start=0 Lots of parts in the shifter linkage need improving the first place to start would be the shifter LEVERS. They are mounted at the base of the steering column and the parts numbers are: First and Reverse: 3.328 #360425 Second and Direct: 3.329 #360426 Lucky for you they are still available at Kanter's
Posted on: 2017/8/29 13:41
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Chas, happens with my '41 120 too and I'm living with it. In my case found that it mostly happens when shifting back from 2nd to 1st so now avoid doing that. Instead slip back into top from 2nd then go to 1st, long way round I know but it works for me. Also with all shifting, do it very gently.
Posted on: 2017/8/29 16:09
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Remember the first to second mantra Up, Over, and Slow. Otherwise direct, fast = no go.
Kanter is not the only one who can supply a pair of shift levers, I believe I have some NOS ones in a drawer here too. flackmaster at sbcglobal point net Read the links that Roger provides, thank you Roger. Also note comments on lubrication - seemingly simple cleaning of crud makes a world of difference at the bottom of the shift column... DAF
Posted on: 2017/8/29 16:16
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Back in 1963 my dad found a 1941 "120" on a Ford used car lot. The little old lady had traded it for a Ford Falcon. Imagine that ! Well one Sunday we started out for a Sunday drive and the gears got stuck as Dad shifted from reverse to first. He tried everything as it blocked the busy street in front of the house. Finally he called our old Buick mechanic and he told him to get on the driver side front fender and bounce the car up and down. It worked ! He remembered this from his years of experience as he was in his sixties then.
Posted on: 2017/8/29 16:46
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Fred in Florida
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