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We have a 1933 Packard Standard 8 with the trumpet style horns which appear to be cosmetically restored but only give forth with a very weak "grunt." Anyone know of repair persons or access to information to repair such horns?

Dear Russ:

Given the horns make a sound there is hope.

Under the chrome cover there is a set of points that operate an electromagnetic oscillator. As the points make and break a diaphram vibrates and makes sound just like a trumpet player.

Carefully dab penetrating oil on the threads of the adjuster for the points and let them soak for a week or two repeating every day or two. The longer the better.

Once the screws are free you can turn the adjuster to make the horn vibrate. Carefully clean the contact surfaces with alcohol.

For the 10th series the tone is raspy and I reckon around Bb.

These horns are very sturdy and I have seen them survive unspeakable abuse at the hands of the ignorant.

Good Luck.

A previous post that may help:


https://packardinfo.com/xoops/html/modules/newbb/viewtopic.php?topic_id=6260&forum=1&post_id=67406#forumpost67406

Russ,
I sent you a Private Message in case you are not up to repairing it yourself. Let me know if I can help you in any way.
Jason
Advanced Electrical Rebuilders
www.aerrebuild.com

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