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An Index to Service Information for 1941-47 Clipper (19th->21st Series) Packards

1941-47 Clipper (19th->21st Series) - ENGINE

SubjectApplicationDocument
Air Cleaner - see:
FUEL & EXHAUST
Bearing Clearance, Main and Rod
noise, vibrations - identification, measurement
(not specified)
Bearing Shells, Main and Connecting Rod - Lead Base Babbitt
wartime shortage, tin discontinued - characteristic appearance
20th
Bearing Shells, Note on
rod/main bright or dull - no effect
(not specified)
Bearings Measured Quickly, Rod and Main
new Plastigage Kit - proper use
(not specified)
Bearings, New Rod and Main
composite-type - identification, characteristics
21st
Bearings, Undersize Crankshaft
material shortage - crankshaft regrinding
(not specified)
Carbon Rattle
piston carbon deposits striking head - use of additional head gasket
(not specified)
Carburetor - see:
FUEL & EXHAUST
Connecting Rod and Cap Assembly
assembly orientation - crankshaft position
120C-138CD;
115C;
1600-1-1A-1D;
1700-1-1A-2;
18th-20th
Crankshaft Journal Sizes
bearing selection - exact dimensions
18th-21st
Cylinder and Piston Assemblies Available
short block less crankshaft - back in stock
1203-4-5;
1403-4-5;
120-138CD;
115C;
1600-1-1A-1D-2;
1700-1-1A-2;
18th-21st
Cylinder Bores, Oversize
material shortages - identification
21st
Cylinder Head Gaskets
wartime shortage - re-use, precautions
(all models)
Cylinder Head Studs - New Type
rolled threads, reduce water leaks - larger diameter, not interchangeable
21st-22nd
Cylinder Heads, Return Bolts Shipped with
bundled for shipping - steel shortage
(not specified)
Cylinder Repairs
small holes/cracks - repair compounds
(all models)
Distributor - see:
ELECTRICAL
Engine and Adapter Kit, Six Cylinder Replacement
now in-stock for Electromatic and prior to 19th - new crankcase ventilator kits
115C;
1600; 1700; 1800; 1900;
2000-10-20-30;
2100-30
Engine Front Insulator - Parts Book Correction
part number correction
1951;
2000-01-10-11;
2100-01-11-30
Engine Installation Precautions
dirt in hydraulic lifters - clean and replace oil filter
2003-06;
2103-06-26;
2206-13-26-33
Engine Replacement (U-Joint)
Henney models - new shorter, front drive shaft available
1701A;
1801A;
1901A;
2001A
Engine Replacement - Right-Hand Drive
Retrofitting a 288 into Clippers and 1601
1601, Clippers
Engine Replacement Kits
288 Engine Retrofits for 1938-1942 cars
2001, 1951, 1601, 1701, 1801, 1901
Engine Replacement Kits
Engine Retrofits for 1938-1942 cars - Updated
2001, 1951, 1601, 1701, 1801, 1901
Engine Replacement Kits
Engine Retrofits for 1938-1942 cars
1601, 1701, 1801, 1901, 1951, 2001, 2101
Engine Replacement, Six Cylinder - Correction
standard passenger cars - engine part number
115C;
1600; 1700; 1800; 1900;
2000-10-20;
2100
Engine Replacement, Six Cylinder
new improved design services all models - alterations required
115C;
1600; 1700; 1800; 1900;
2000-10-20-30;
2100-30
Engine Stand and Dolly
new tools - six/eight-cylinder
(not specified)
Engine Stand Price
supplier increase
(not specified)
Engine Vibration
Different Causes of Vibration
(not specified)
Engine, Improved Packard Six
internal changes - preliminary parts list
2100-30
Engine, Prelubricate Replacement
oiling cylinder walls - break-in
(all models)
Engine, Service Replacement - Part Number Correction
see SC Vol. 27, No. 9 - fan blade spacer screw
2003-06;
2103-06-26;
2206-13-26-33;
2313
Engine, Service Replacement - Supplement
see SC Vol. 27, No. 7 - additional parts, modifications
2003-06;
2103-06-26;
2206-13-26-33;
2313
Engine, Service Replacement
Custom Eight 356-cid no longer available - 327-cid installation, part number reference
2003-06;
2103-06-26;
2206-13-26-33;
2313
Engines, Installing Replacement
gear shift lever support required - fabricate clutch power cylinder bracket
1951
Factory Replacment Engines
Update, Modfications
110, 115-C, 120
Fan Belt - see:
RADIATOR & COOLING
Flat Rate Manual 1941-49, Changes and Corrections in
select operations
19th-23rd
Flywheel Housing Covers
cast design replaces stamped steel
120-138CD;
115C;
1600-1-1A-1D-2;
1700-1-1A-2;
1800-1-1A;
1900-1-1A;
1951;
2000-01-11-10-20-21-30;
2100-01-11-30
Generator - see:
ELECTRICAL
Hard Starting of Hot Engines
anti-percolator valve adjustment - choke unloader, float
21st
Heat Control Valve, Manifold - see:
FUEL & EXHAUST
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Hydraulic Tappet Checking Tool
new special tool - cleaning, testing
1803-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
1903-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
2003-04-05-06-07-08-23-30-55;
2103-06-26;
2206-13-26-33;
2306-13-33
Hydraulic Tappets - Super Eights
operation, diagnosis, service - new high-volume oil pump
1803-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
1903-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
2003-04-05-06-07-08-23-30-55;
2103-06-26
Hydraulic Valve Lifter Tester
new special tool - checking leak-down
1803-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
1903-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
2003-04-05-06-07-08-23-30-55;
2103-06-26;
2206-13-26-33;
(2306-13-33)
Ignition - see:
ELECTRICAL
Low Speed Roughness
manifold leaks, float level - redrill by-pass plugs
2103-06-26
Manifold Gasket Failures
chafing - chamfer manifold edges
(all models)
Manifold Gasket Leaks, Intake
rough idle - improper tightening, detection
(all models)
Motor Oil
New Recommendations
(Not Specified)
Motor Period
torsional disturbance, clutch/transmission jazz
(not specified)
Motors in Cars in Storage, Lubrication of
new vehicles - rust inhibitor
20th
Oil Additives, Use of
not endorsed - low viscosity, inadequate lubrication
(all models)
Oil Consumption, Fuel Pump May Cause High
rough idle - fractured booster diaphragm
(not specified)
Oil Consumption, Taxicab
low speed/temperature operation - piston ring plugging, prevention
2130
Oil Filler Pipe, Motor
sticky valves - new longer design, improved crankcase ventilation
19th
Oil Filter Cartridge - Change Period Revised
high-detergents oils - reduced
120-138CD;
115C;
16th?-54th
Oil Filter Cartridge Change Period Revised
high detergent oil - reduced interval
120-138CD;
115C;
16th?-54th
Oil Filter Connections, Purolator
loose bracket - leaky unions, pipe failure
(not specified)
Oil Filter Equipment
tubes not interchangeable - part number reference
2000-01-10-11;
2100-01-11
Oil Filter Installation, Purolator (What is Wrong with This Picture)
wrong tube/cap - crankcase ventilation, vehicle storage
19th
Oil Filter, New Type
Super Eight equipment available as accessory - identification, installation, replacement parts
2100-01-10-11
Oil Filter: Purolator Filter Facts
micronic filtration, pleated paper - benefits, replacement period
(not specified)
Oil For Sub-Zero Operation, Winter Engine
new 5-W oil - issues, limited availability/use
(all models)
Oil Leaks, Front Cover
excessive oil consumption - checks/corrections/precautions
(not specified)
Oil Pan - Now Available
previously difficult to procure
2001-11;
2101-11
Oil Pan Gasket Sets
replace RH-LH, together - available in sets
120-138CD;
115C;
1600-1-1A-1D-2;
1700-1-1A-2;
18th-22nd;
(23rd54th)
Oil Pressure, Low
idling, worn/sticking regulator valve - new spring-loaded type
1803-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
1903-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
2003-04-05-06-07-08-23-30-55;
2103-06-26
Oil Pressure, Low
pan sludge, clogged pickup - cleaning procedure
(not specified)
Oil Pump Camshaft Gear
sheared drive gear pin, rust - use of thicker drive spring
120-138CD;
115C;
1600-1;
1700-1-2;
18th-20th
Oil Pump Cover Kit, Motor
new repair kit available - Super Eight
1803-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
1903-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
2003-04-05-07-08-23-55
Oil Pump, New Super Eight
increased flow and pressure - worn pump or opening up of bearing clearances
1803-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
1903-3A-4-5-6-7-8;
2003-04-05-06-07-08-23-30-55;
2103-06-26
Oil Seal, Gear Cover
burned, leaking - graphite grease
120-138CD;
115C;
16th-54th
Oil Seal, Rear Main Bearing
leaks - preventative measures
120-138CD;
115C;
16th-18th (exc. 1703-3A-5);
1951;
2000-01-03-06-10-11;
21st-24th;
(25th-54th)
Oil Seal, Rear Main Bearing
leaks - undersize
120-138CD;
115C;
16th-18th (exc. 1703-3A-5);
1951;
2000-01-03-06-10-11;
21st-54th
Oil Seal, Rear Main Bearing
leaks, bearing distortion - new cork type, installation
120-138CD;
115C;
16th-18th (exc. 1703-3A-5);
1951;
2000-01-03-06-10-11;
21st-54th
Oil, Rust Inhibiting
motors in storage - limited availability, alternate sourcing
20th
Piston - Standard Sizes and Adjustments Changes
skirt clearance - range reduced
2000-01-10-11-20-21-30
Piston and Rings, Replacement
latest type used for earlier models - check replacement chart for rings only
9th-14th;
120-138CD;
115C;
15th-20th
Piston Pin Bushings
two-piece, split-type - oil groove, burnishing procedure
120-138CD;
115C;
1600-1-1A-1D-2-3-4-5;
1700-1-1A-2-3-3A-5;
18th-20th
Piston Ring Sets
Perfect Circle - ordering
(all models)
Piston Rings
clarification of pistons/rings used in production - aluminum/cast-iron, specifications
20th
Piston Rings and Expanders
ample supply for spring season repairs
(not specified)
Piston Rings, Carbonized
oil consumption, low speed, cold weather - oil changes, cleaning procedure
(all models)
Piston Rings, Selling and Installing Perfect Circle
ring groove combinations - selection chart
9th-14th;
120-138CD;
115C;
15th-20th
Pistons
cast iron to replace aluminum in production - specifications correction
20th
Pistons, Cast Iron
engine suffix C or higher - skirt clearance, installation
20th
Sludge, Crankcase
reduced driving, condensation, bearing trouble - operating temperatures, oil changes
(all models)
Starter - see:
ELECTRICAL
Starting - Cold Weather
Proper Procedure
(Not Specified)
Valve Seats, Checking
run-out, uneven wear - use of dial indicator
(all models)
Valve Spring Load
reduced by cutting seats - shimming, precautions
(not specified)
Valve Springs, Weak
sticking valves - shimming
(not specified)
Valve Timing
specifications reference
900-1-2-3-4;
10th-14th (exc. Twelves);
120-138CD;
115C;
15th-19th;
2000-1-3-3A-4-5-6-7-8-20-21-23
Valves, Sticking
carbon, gum, rust, mechanical causes/remedies
(not specified)
Valves, Sticking...in New Cars
rust, gum - proper storage, cleaning
(all models)
Valves, Sticky
exhaust valves, rust - proper storage
(all models)
Valves, Sticky
valve guide rust - new filler, cap and duct increase crankcase ventilation, check for gum/varnish/carbon
19th
Valves, Sticky
valves/guides - valve spring tension
(all models)
Vibration Damper Assembly Kit
superseded - modifications
1900-1-1A; 1951;
2000-01-11;
2100-01-11-30;
2200-11-02-20- 22-33-40;
2302-22-33
Water Pump - see:
RADIATOR & COOLING
Wrist Pins, Loose
low mileage, bushing black/corroded - insufficient oil changes
(not specified)

SC = Service Counselor
SL = Service Letter
STB = Service Technical Bulletin
SSB = Studebaker Service Bulletin

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