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Dear 55 Clipper:

Actually the production time for your unit is less than half an hour at a mass rebuilder. They have presses set up for runs of specific pumps.

I used to do those things, but found that buying the completed unit from a vendor was more cost effective.

The pulley hub will come off given the unit is placed in an arbor press with a bearing splitter and a cardboard box to catch the falling pump.

When disassembling high dollar (Packard) pumps the careful application of a torch will prevent casting damage and free stubborn parts like that pulley hub.

Hope this helps

I have a used one if you still need one. Also e-mail me and I'll tell you about the engine paint color saga on my 55 Constellation last year. Regards, mike

G'day Mike,
See you've been a PackardInfo member for some time but first post, so And a request, could you please include your "...55 Constellation..." in the Packard Owner's Registry?
Sorry for being Hank, now back to normal transmission.

i don't know your email, but i did PM you about the paint saga.

Hank

Thanks for the welcome. I enjoy watching everyones progress. I can barely turn on the computer so just posting a message is a big deal. Typing is agony and I have no clue as to how to post a picture. I'll keep trying. My 55 Constellation I believe is an early production model with some poor fit and finish. Hank's blog has been very helpful. Thank you.

Mine was early as well, march 55 as best I can tell from dates on things. Original block was march. Im very glad my blog has helped. As much as I need help I hope the blog returns the favor to others.

adding pics to this thread.

seems this seal i found will probably work just fine.

obviously i haven't pressed it on.

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for anyone looking for the metal impeller like the one i got here is another ebay auction that just popped up and you wont have to worry about changing the fan blade hub.

i asked the seller and it is cast iron not backlite.

Hank

http://www.ebay.com/itm/230740304192?_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649&item=230740304192&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK:MEWAX:IT&vxp=mtr