1937 PACKARD
Model Designations:
Packard Six, Fifteenth Series, (115-C), 6 Cylinder
Packard One Twenty, Fifteenth Series, (120-C, 120-D, & 138-CD), 8 Cylinder
Packard Super Eight, Fifteenth Series, (1500, 1501 & 1502), 8 Cylinder
Packard Twelve, Fifteenth Series, (1506, 1507, 1508), 12 Cylinder
1937 PACKARD 115
Packard 115, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
Business Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body #1088
Base Price: $795; Shipping Weight: 3,140 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1089
Base Price: $910; Shipping Weight: 3,285 Pounds
Sport Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1085
Base Price: $840; Shipping Weight: 3,215 Pounds
Trunk Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #1084
Base Price: $860; Shipping Weight: 3,235 Pounds
Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1083
Base Price: $895; Shipping Weight: 3,265 Pounds
Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1086
Base Price: $900; Shipping Weight: 3,275 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1082
Base Price: $910; Shipping Weight: 3,310 Pounds
Station Wagon, Body # NA
Base Price: $1,295; Shipping Weight: NA
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Packard 115-C
Wheelbase: 115 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-7/16" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 237.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.30 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 28.36
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.36:1; Optional: 4.54:1
Carburetor: Chandler Groves .
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 22, Rear, 24
Tune Up Specifications, Packard 115-C, 6 Cylinder
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle:
Auto-Lite Distributor: 38 degrees; Delco Distributor: 35 Degrees
Ignition Timing: White Line on Flywheel
Firing Order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .007", Exhaust .010"
Cylinder Head Torque: 63 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, Packard 115-C, 6 Cylinder
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .007"; Exhaust .010"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .013"; Exhaust: .015"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 5 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 30 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 36 Lbs @ 1-5/8 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .003"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard 115-C, 6 Cylinder
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0005"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015
Pounds Pull on Scale: 12 to 18
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .007"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0025"-.003"
Oil Control Ring: .0015"
Engine Bearing Data, Packard 115-C, 6 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: .001:-.004"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0944"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0028"
Rod End Play: .004"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 55-60 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.7455"-2.7465"
Main Bearing Clearance: .001" -.003"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Main Bolt Tension: 82-85 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, Packard 115-C, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System: 14-1/2 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 18 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 115-C: T-1500
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Body # then sequentually beginning with 201
Brake Specifications, Packard 115-C
Lining Material: Primary Shoe: Molded; Secondary Shoe Woven
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 26"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard 115-C
Caster: +2-1/2 Degrees
Camber: +1 Degrees
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 1-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard 115-C
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.005"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: None
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Nut
Axle Shaft End Play: .004"-.007"
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: AC
Temperature: AC
Oil Pressure: AC
Ammeter: AC
Popular Options
Radio, Heater, Clock, Windshield Defroster, Fender Lights, Vanity Mirror, Cigar Lighter, DeLuxe Emblem, Radiator Screen
1937 Packard 115-C, Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September 1936.
Total 1937 Packard "115-C" Production was 30,050.
1937 PACKARD 120-C
Packard 120-C, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
Business Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body # 1098
Base Price: $1,130; Shipping Weight: 3,340 Pounds
Sport Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1095
Base Price: $1,175; Shipping Weight: 3,415
Trunk Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #1094
Base Price: $1,200; Shipping Weight: 3,435
Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body # 1093
Base Price: $1,235; Shipping Weight: 3,465 Pounds
Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1096
Base Price: $1,240; Shipping Weight: 3,455 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1099
Base Price: $1,250; Shipping Weight: 3,485 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1092
Base Price: $1,250; Shipping Weight: 3,520 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1097
Base Price: $1,550; Shipping Weight: 3,630 Pounds
Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body # NA
Base Price: NA; Shipping Weight: NA
Trunk Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #1094CD
Base Price: $1,415; Shipping Weight: 3,465 Pounds
Club Sedan, 5 Passengr, Body #1096CD
Base Price: $1,455; Shipping Weight: 3,485 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1092CD
Base Price: $1,465; Shipping Weight: 3,550 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body #1091CD
Base Price: $ 1,900; Shipping Weight: 3,835 Pounds
Trunk Limousine, 7 Passenger, Body #1090CD
Base Price: $2,050; Shipping Weight: 3,900 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Packard 120-C
Wheelbase: 120 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/4" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 282.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 120 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.09:1; Optional: 4.54:1 & 4.7:1
Carburetor: Stromberg or Carter .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 23, Rear, 25
Tune Up Specifications, Packard 120-C, 8 Cylinder
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle:
Auto-Lite Distributor: 27 Degrees
Delco Remy Distributor: 35 Degrees
Ignition Timing: White Line on Flywheel
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .007", Exhaust .010"
Cylinder Head Torque: 63 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, Packard 120-C, 8 Cylinder
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .007"; Exhaust .010"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .013"; Exhaust: .015"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 5 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 5 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 30 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 36 Lbs @ 1-5/8 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.002"
Exhaust .001"-.002"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard 120-C, 8 Cylinder
Piston Removal: From Above
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0005"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015
Pounds Pull on Scale: 12 to 18
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .007"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0025"-.003"
Oil Control Ring: .0015"
Engine Bearing Data, Packard 120-C, 8 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: .001:-.004"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0944"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0008"-.0028"
Rod End Play: .004"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 55-60 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.7455"-2.7465"
Main Bearing Clearance: .001" -.003"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Main Bolt Tension: 82-85 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, Packard 120-C, 8 Cylinder
Cooling System: 17 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 21 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 6 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 120-C: X-100000
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Body # then sequentually beginning with 201
Brake Specifications, Packard 120-C, 8 Cylinder
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 26"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard 120-C
Caster: +2-1/2 Degrees
Camber: +1 Degrees
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 1-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard 120-C
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.005"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: None
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: Nut
Axle Shaft End Play: .004"-.007"
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: AC
Temperature: AC
Oil Pressure: AC
Ammeter: AC
Popular Options
Single Sidemount, Sidemount Covers, Radio, Heater, Clock (120-C), Spotlight, Bumper Guards, Rear Bumper Guard, Cigar Lighter
1937 Packard 120-C, Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September, 1936.
Total 1937 Packard "120-C" Production was 50,100.
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PACKARD SUPER EIGHT (1500, 1501, & 1502)
Packard Super Eight, 8 Cylinder Body Styles
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1003
Base Price: $2,335; Shipping Weight: 4,530 Pounds
Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body # 1018
Base Price: $2,420; Shipping Weight: 4,585 Pounds
Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #1017
Base Price: $2,510; Shipping Weight: 4,595 Pounds
Coupe Roadster, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1019
Base Price: $2,680; Shipping Weight: 4,580 Pounds
Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1016
Base Price: $2,530; Shipping Weight: 4,600 Pounds
Formal Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1012
Base Price: $3,235; Shipping Weight: 4,795 Pounds
Convertible Victoria, 5 Passenger, Body #1017
Base Price: $3,150; Shipping Weight: 4,650 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1013
Base Price: $2,535; Shipping Weight: 4,670 Pounds
Cabriolet LeBaron, 5/7 Passenger, Body #L-394
Base Price: $4,850; Shipping Weight: 4,965 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5/7 Passenger, Body #1014
Base Price: $2,705; Shipping Weight: 4,700 Pounds
Business Sedan, 5/8 Passenger, Body #1014B
Base Price: $2,580; Shipping Weight: 4,755 Pounds
Limousine, 5/7 Passenger, Body #1015
Base Price: $2,840; Shipping Weight: 4,815 Pounds
Business Limousine, 5/8 Passenger, Body #1015B
Base Price: $2,715; Shipping Weight: 4,925 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1063
Base Price: $3,350; Shipping Weight: 4,945 Pounds
Town Car, LeBaron, 5/7 Passenger, Body #L-395
Base Price: $4,990; Shipping Weight: 5,360 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are Not Available.
General Specifications, Packard Super Eight (1500, 1501, 1502):
Wheelbase: 1500 - 127"
1501 - 134"
1502 - 139"
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-3/16" X 5"
Engine Displacement: 320.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.50 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 32.51
Horsepower: 130 @ 3,200 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.69:1
Carburetor: Stromberg .
Tire Size: 7.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 30
Tune Up Specifications, Packard Super Eight (1500, 1501 & 1502):
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle:
Auto-Lite Distributor: 27 Degrees
Delco Remy Distributor: 31 Degrees
Ignition Timing: 7th Line Before TDC on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .004", Exhaust .006"
Cylinder Head Torque: 63 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, Packard Super Eight, (1500, 1501, 1502):
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .004"; Exhaust .006"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .005"; Exhaust: .005"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 30 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 30 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 68 Lbs @ 3-1/16 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .002"-.003"
Exhaust .004"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard Super Eight, (1500, 1501, & 1502):
Piston Removal:
From Push Pistons to Top, Remove Pistons from Above & Rods From Below
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0005"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015
Pounds Pull on Scale: 12 to 18
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .007"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0025"-.003"
Oil Control Ring: .0015"
Engine Bearing Data, Packard Super Eight, (1400, 1401, 1402):
Camshaft End Play: .001:-.004"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter:
With Copper-Lead Bearings: 2.187"-2.188"
With Cadium-Silve Bearings: 2.1875"-2.1885"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Rod End Play: .004"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 45-50 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.6245"-2.6255"
Main Bearing Clearance: .001" -.003"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.005"
Main Bolt Tension: 65-70 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, Packard Super Eight, (1500, 1501, 1502):
Cooling System: 20 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 24 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 8 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 4-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 6-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1500-1-2: 395500
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Body # then sequentually beginning with 201
Brake Specifications, Packard Super Eight (1500, 1501, 1502):
Lining Material: Primary Shoe: Molded; Secondary Shoe: Woven
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 26"
Width: 2-1/2"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard Super Eight (1500, 1501, 1502):
Caster: +2-1/2 Degree
Camber: +1 Degree
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 1-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard Super Eight (1500, 1501, 1502):
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.005"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None
Axle Shaft End Play: .002"-.004"
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: AC
Temperature: AC
Oil Pressure: AC
Ammeter: AC
Popular Options
Dual Sidemounts, Sidemount Covers, Radio, Heater & Defroster, Spotlight, Bumper Guards.
.1937 Packard Super Eight (1500, 1501, 1502), Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September 1936.
Total 1937 Super Eight Production was 5,793
PACKARD TWELVE (1506, 1507, & 1508)
Packard Twelve, 12 Cylinder Body Styles
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1023
Base Price: $3,490; Shipping Weight: 5,395 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1033
Base Price: $3,560; Shipping Weight: 5,525 Pounds
Formal Sedan, 6 Passenger, Body #1032
Base Price: $4,260; Shipping Weight: 5,520 Pounds
Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1036
Base Price: $3,660; Shipping Weight: 5,520 Pounds
Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #1037
Base Price: $3,590; Shipping Weight: 5,415 Pounds
Convertible Victoria, 5 Passenger, Body #1027
Base Price: $4,490; Shipping Weight: 5,345 Pounds
Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body # 1038
Base Price: $3,420; Shipping Weight: 5,255 Pounds
Coupe Roadster, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1039
Base Price: $3,450; Shipping Weight: 5,255 Pounds
All Weather Cabriolet LeBaron, 5/7 Passenger, Body #L-394
Base Price: $5,700; Shipping Weight: 5,740 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1073
Base Price: $4,650; Shipping Weight: 5,680 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body #1034
Base Price: $3,885; Shipping Weight: 5,600 Pounds
Trunk Limousine, 7 Passenger, Body #1035
Base Price: $4,085; Shipping Weight: 5,660 Pounds
All Weather Town Car, LeBaron, 5/7 Passenger, Body #L-395
Base Price: $5,900; Shipping Weight: 5,790 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are Not Available.
General Specifications, Packard Twelve, (1506, 1507, 1508):
Wheelbase: 1506 - 132"
1507 - 139"
1508 - 144"
Engine Type: V-Type, 67 Degree, 12 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-7/16" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 473.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.40 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 56.72
Horsepower: 175 @ 3,200 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.41:1; Optional: 4,06:1, 4.69:1, 5.07:1
Carburetor: Stromberg .
Tire Size: 8.25 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 32
Tune Up Specifications, Packard Twelve (1506, 1507, & 1508):
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle:
Auto Lite Distributor: 40 degrees;
Delco Distributor: 38 Degrees
Ignition Timing: 7th Line Before TDC on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1R-6L-5R-2L-3R-4L-6R-1L-2R-5L-4R-3L
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake Zero, Exhaust Zero
Cylinder Head Torque: 63 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, Packard Twelve, (1506, 1507, 1508):
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake Zero"; Exhaust Zero"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: Zero"; Exhaust: Zero"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens at Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 10 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 45 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 65 Lbs @ 2-7/32 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .002"-.003"
Exhaust .004"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard Twelve, (1506, 1507, 1508):
Piston Removal:
From Push Pistons to Top, Remove Pistons from Above & Rods From Below
Piston Clearance (Minimum):
Top of Skirt, Inch: .0005"
Fitting Pistons with Spring Scale:
Shim Thickness: .0015
Pounds Pull on Scale: 12 to 18
Width of Ring End Gap (Minimum):
Compression Ring: .007"
Oil Ring: .007"
Clearance Between Ring & Grooves:
Compression Ring: .0025"-.003"
Oil Control Ring: .0015"
Engine Bearing Data, Packard Twelve, (1506,1507, 1508):
Camshaft End Play: .001:-.004"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.499"-2.500"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .001"-.003"
Rod End Play: .004"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: NA
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.746"-2.747"
Main Bearing Clearance: .001" -.003"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.005"
Main Bolt Tension: 65-70 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, Packard Twelve, (1506, 1507, 1508):
Cooling System: 40 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 30 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 10 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission: 4-1/2 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 6 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1506-8 905500
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Body # then sequentually beginning with 201
Brake Specifications, Packard Twelve (1506, 1507, 1508):
Lining Material: Primary Shoe: Molded; Secondary Shoe: Woven
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 30"
Width: 2-3/4"
Thickness: 1/4"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard Twelve (1506, 1507, 1508):
Caster: - 1/4 Degrees
Camber: +1 Degrees
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 1-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard Twelve (1506, 1507, 1508):
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.005"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None
Axle Shaft End Play: .002"-.004"
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: AC
Temperature: AC
Oil Pressure: AC
Ammeter: AC
Popular Options
Dual Sidemounts, Sidemount Covers, Radio, Heater, Spotlight Bumper Guards, Luggage Rack.
.1937 Packard Twelve (1506, 1507, 1508), Historical Data:
Model Year Introduction was in September 1936.
Total 1937 Twelve Production was 1,300.
Total Packard Production for 1937: 87,243.
1937 PACKARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR:
DISTRIBUTORS, GENERATORS, REGULATORS,
STARTING MOTORS, & CARBURETORS
ALL SERIES
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GS-4011
Cam Angle: 38 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2-1/2 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 9" Vacuum
Full Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder
Distributor #647-E
Cam Angle: 35 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20 -.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17 - 21 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3/4 Degrees @ 300 RPM
Full Advance: 10-3/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" - 7" Vacuum
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 15" - 19" Vacuum
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GT-4004
Cam Angle: 27 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 680 RPM
Full Advance: 10 Degrees @ 2,200 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 9" Vacuum
Full Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees @ 17 " Vacuum
Delco-Remy Distributor Specifications, Super Eight, 8 Cylinder
Distributor #663-L
Cam Angle: 25 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .015"
Condenser Capacity: .20 -.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 19 - 23 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3/4 Degrees @ 300 RPM
Full Advance: 9-3/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GT-4005
Cam Angle: 27 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .017"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 630 RPM
Full Advance: 9 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degrees @ 8-5/8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 5-1/2 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 12 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GO-4002A
Cam Angle: 40 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .20-.25 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 2 Degrees @ 525 RPM
Full Advance: 8 Degrees @ 1,200 RPM
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models
Generator #GCJ-4801A
Brush Spring Tension:
Main Brush: 53 Ounces (Maximum)
Third Brush: 53 Ounces (Maximum)
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.90 - 2.10 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 8 Volts @ 1,135 RPM
Maximum Output: 26 Amperes; 8 Volts
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models
Generator #948-U
Brush Spring Tension:
Main Brush: 25 Ounces
Third Brush: 17 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.3 - 2.6 Amperes
Maximum Output (Cold): 27 Amperes; 9.0 Volts @ 3,000 RPM
Maximum Output (Hot): 23 Amperes, 8.7 Volts @ 3,200 RPM
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder Models
Generator #961-J
Brush Spring Tension: 25 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 2.0 - 2.2 Amperes
Maximum Output (Cold): 25 Amperes; 8.0 Volts @ 1,650 RPM
Maximum Output (Hot): Controlled by Current Regulator
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, 12 Cylinder Models
Generator #930-F
Brush Spring Tension: 25 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.8 - 2.3 Amperes
Maximum Output (Cold): 28 Amperes; 8.0 Volts @ 1,450 RPM
Maximum Output (Hot): Controlled by Current Regulator
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications, Super Eight, 8 Cylinder Models
Generator #GCO-4803A
Brush Spring Tension: Brush: 53 Ounces (Maximum)
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.47 - 1.63 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 8 Volts @ 1,125 RPM
Maximum Output: 28 Amperes; 8 Volts @ 1,850 RPM
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications - 12 Cylinder Models
Generator #GCE-4803A
Brush Spring Tension: 64-68 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.66 - 1.84 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 8 Volts @ 1,000 RPM
Maximum Output: 30 Amperes; 8 Volts @ 1,500 RPM
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage
Regulator #VRD-4001A
Ground Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.4 - 7.0 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: .5 - 3.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage:
Units Prior to #8R-000001: 7.65 Volts
#8R-000001 & Later: 7.45 Volts
Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications: 6 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage
Regulator #1118204
Ground Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Repay Points: 6.3 - 6.6 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: 0 - 4.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage: 7.0 - 7.1 Volts
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Regulator #VRB-4002D
Ground Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.4 - 7.0 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: .5 - 3.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 27-29 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage:
Units Prior to #8R-000001: 7.65 Volts
#8R-000001 & Later: 7.45 Volts
Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications: Super Eight (8 Cylinder) & 12 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Regulator #1118230
Ground Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Repay Points: 6.2 - 6.7 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: 0 - 4.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 20-28 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage: 7.0 - 7.2 Volts
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications, 12 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Regulator #VRB-4008AP
Ground Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.4 - 7.0 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: .5 - 3.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 29-31 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage:
Units Prior to #8R-000001: 7.65 Volts
#8R-000001 & Later: 7.45 Volts
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models:
Part #739-F
Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 5,000 RPM
Lock Test: 525 Amperes, 3.37 Volts @ 12.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models:
Part #MAX-4006
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 5,300 RPM
Lock Test: 880 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 25.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder Models:
Part #MAX-4014
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 5,300 RPM
Lock Test: 880 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 25.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder Models:
Part #729-H
Brush Spring Tension: 24-28 Ounces
No Load Test: 60 Amperes, 5.0 Volts @ 6,000 RPM
Lock Test: 600 Amperes, 3.0 Volts @ 16.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications - 12 Cylinder Models
Part #DN-1389
Brush Spring Tension: 56-60 Ounces
No Load Test: 50 Amperes, 6.0 Volts @ 3,000 RPM
Lock Test: 810 Amperes, 3.6 Volts @ 39.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 12 Cylinder Models:
Part #664
Brush Spring Tension: 36-40 Ounces
No Load Test: 70 Amperes, 5.65 Volts @ 3,000 RPM
Lock Test: 500 Amperes, 3.0 Volts @ 19.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Carter Carburetor Specifications - 6 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WA-1
Part #477S
Casting # 332
Repair Kit # N/A
Float Level: 3/8"
Idle Screw Setting: 1 - 1-3/4 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-102
Pump Travel: 16/64"
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve open .030", there should be .005" to
.015" clearance between rocker arm & pump arm.
Unloader Setting: 7/16"
Fast Idle Setting: 5/8"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Carter Carburetor Specifications - 6 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WA-1
Part #359S
Casting # 312
Repair Kit # N/A
Float Level: 3/8"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/4 - 1 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-26
Pump Travel: 18/64"
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed, the indicator llines should be flush with the top of the anti-percolator plugs.
Unloader Setting: 3/8"
Fast Idle Setting: 33/64"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: 1/32"
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - Standard 8:
Carburetor Model: EE-14
Part #A-18091
Code #10-29C
Repair Kit # RK-51
Float Level: 15/32"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: 21/64"
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .030"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: Flush
Carter Carburetor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WD0
Part #366S
Casting # 164
Repair Kit # N/A
Float Level: 1/8"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 - 1-1/4 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-27
Pump Travel: 31/64"
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed & .015" gauge inserted between the anti-percolator stem & lip of arm, indicator lines should be flush with the top of the anti-percolator plugs.
Unloader Setting: 1/4"
Fast Idle Setting: .018"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - Super Eight - 8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: EE-23
Part #A-18392
Code #10-28
Repair Kit # RK-52
Float Level: 5/8"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: 9/32"
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .020"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: .015"
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - 12 Cylinder Models:
Carburetor Model: EE-3
Part #A-17893
Code # 10-27C
Repair Kit # RK-53
Fuel Level: 9/16"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: 7/64"
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .053"
Fast Idle Setting: Turn throttle stop screw in 6-3/4 turns beyond the point of contact with the ear of the fast idle weighted lever. The throttle must be closed and all slack must be removed from the linkage.
Fuel Pump Data:
6 & 8 Cylinder
Pump Type: AJ
Maximum Pressure: 4 PSI
Super 8
Pump Type: F
Maximum Pressure: 4-1/2 PSI
12 Cylinder
Pump Type: I
Maximum Pressure: 4-1/2 PSI
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