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'32 Packard Turn Signals
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Now that I've got your attention, that Packard didn't have turn signals in '32, I wanted to share an unauthorized modification to add turn signals that would compliment the design of the '32 Packard interior and hopefully not stick out like a sore thumb...

I did this for safety concerns, too many people have no idea what hand signals and after a few close calls with drivers almost hitting me, I wanted to add turn signals just to the back lights.

A separate bulb was placed in each of the rear taillight. The entire set-up can be removed in the future since there was no modification to the original hardware.

The turn signal indicator was a "Cats Eye" model from the 30-40's that periodically comes up on Ebay or at swap meets. A 6V relay was used as the signal indicator so it can be easily heard in the car.

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Posted on: 2011/7/31 7:26
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Re: '32 Packard Turn Signals
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Even with electric signals I find myself using these hand signals when someone is following too closely and the system is not nearly as visible as new cars:

Extend the arm for the slow signal and wave the hand to get the followers attention.

Upon observing that attention has been achieved raise the arm for the desired signal.

I suppose a brightly colored glove would also help.

This method seems to work well for me, although if I was wiring my own car I would bite the bullet and install trailer beacons. They may look like hell, but with the right plugs they could be removed for shows.

Posted on: 2011/7/31 9:52
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Re: '32 Packard Turn Signals
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Out here it's more likely a driver following someone with their arm out and waving--no matter the sequence or position-- would think the waving driver was under the influence or take the wave for a signal to pass.

Posted on: 2011/7/31 10:10
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I often find it nessecary to signal other drivers on our roads here in Sydney - but it has nothing to do with turn signals and the signals I use are rarely polite... LOL

Excellent information though - I have been considering this issue for my own current project.

Posted on: 2011/8/1 20:21
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