1938 PACKARD
Model Designations:
Packard Six, Sixteenth Series, (1600), 6 Cylinder
Packard Eight, Sixteenth Series, (1601, 1601D, 1602), 8 Cylinder
Packard Super Eight, Sixteenth Series, (1603, 1604 & 1605), 8 Cylinder
Packard Twelve, Sixteenth Series, (1607, 1608), 12 Cylinder
1938 PACKARD 1600
Packard 1600, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
Business Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body #1188
Base Price: $975; Shipping Weight: 3,450 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1189
Base Price: $1,135; Shipping Weight: 3,500 Pounds
Club Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1185
Base Price: $1,020; Shipping Weight: 3,425 Pounds
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1184
Base Price: $1,040; Shipping Weight: 3,475 Pounds
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1182
Base Price: $1,070; Shipping Weight: 3,525 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Packard Six, Series 1600, 6 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 122 Inches
Engine Type: Inline 6 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/2" X 4-1/4"
Engine Displacement: 245.3 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.52 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 29.40
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.54:1
Carburetor: Chandler Groves .
Tire Size: 6.50 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 24, Rear, 26
Tune Up Specifications, Packard 1600, 6 Cylinder
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 35 Degrees, Except Distributor #1GC-4503 which is 38 Degrees
Ignition Timing: 3rd Line Before TDC 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 1600, 6 Cylinder
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .007"; Exhaust .010"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .013"; Exhaust: .015"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 1 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: 47 Lbs @ 1-5/8 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .003"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard 1600, 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 1600, 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 1600, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System: 15 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: 6 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1600: A-1501
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Body # then sequentually beginning with 2001
Brake Specifications, Packard 1600
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 24"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard 1600
Caster: +1-1/2 Degrees
Camber: +7/8 Degrees
Toe In; 3/64"
Kingpin Angle: 1-5/6 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard 1600
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
Custom Radio, Heater, Electric Clock, DeLuxe Emblem, Radiator Emblem, Gear Shift Ball, DeLuxe Steering Wheel, Chrome Wheel Discs, Luggage.
1938 Packard 1600, Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September 1937.
Total 1938 Packard 1600 Production was 30,050.
1938 PACKARD EIGHT, 1601, 1601D, & 1602
Packard 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
Business Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body # 1198
Base Price: $1,225; Shipping Weight: 3,570 Pounds
Club Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1195
Base Price: $1,270; Shipping Weight: 3,550
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1199
Base Price: $1,365; Shipping Weight: 3,625 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1197
Base Price: $1,650; Shipping Weight: 3,775 Pounds
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1194
Base Price: $1,295; Shipping Weight: 3,600
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1192
Base Price: $1,325; Shipping Weight: 3,650 Pounds
4 Door Trunk Sedan DeLuxe,5 Passenger, Body #1172
Base Price: $1,540; Shipping Weight: 3,685 Pounds
All Weather Cabriolet, Rollston Body, 5/7 Passenger, Body #1665
Base Price: $4,810; Shipping Weight: NA
All Weather Town Car, Rollston Body, 5/7 Passenger, Body #1669
Base Price: $4,885; Shipping Weight: NA
All Weather Brougham, Rollston Body, 4 Passenger, Body #1668
Base Price: $5,100; Shipping Weight: NA
Trunk Limousine, 5/7 Passenger, Body #1190
Base Price: $2,110; Shipping Weight: 4,245 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5/7 Passenger, Body #1191
Base Price: $ 1,955; Shipping Weight: 4,195 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Packard 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase:
Model 1601: 127 Inches
Model 1602: 148 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: 6.60 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 120 @ 3,800 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.36:1
Carburetor: Stromberg .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 24, Rear, 26
Tune Up Specifications, Packard 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 8 Cylinder
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle: 27 Degrees
Ignition Timing: 3rd Line Before TDC 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 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 8 Cylinder
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .007"; Exhaust .010"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: .013"; Exhaust: .015"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 1 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: 47 Lbs @ 1-5/8 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .001"-.003"
Exhaust .003"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 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 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 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 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 8 Cylinder
Cooling System: 15 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: 6 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1601-2: A-300001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Body # then sequentually beginning with 2001
Brake Specifications, Packard 1601, 8 Cylinder
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 26"
Width: 1-3/4"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Brake Specifications, Packard 1602, 8 Cylinder
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 26"
Width: 2-1/4"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 8 Cylinder
Caster: +1-1/2 Degrees
Camber: +7/8 Degrees
Toe In; 3/64"
Kingpin Angle: 1-5/6 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard 1601, 1601D, & 1602, 8 Cylinder
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
Custom Radio, Heater, Electric Clock, Chrome Wheel Discs, DeLuxe Steering Wheel, Gearshift Ball, Radiator Emblem, Luggage
1938 Packard 1601, 1601D, & 1602, Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September, 1937.
Total 1938 Packard Eight Production was 22,624.
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PACKARD SUPER EIGHT (1603, 1604, & 1605)
Packard Super Eight, 8 Cylinder Body Styles
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1103
Base Price: $2,790; Shipping Weight: 4,530 Pounds
Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body # 1118
Base Price: $2,925; Shipping Weight: 4,585 Pounds
Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #1117
Base Price: $2,965; Shipping Weight: 4,595 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1119
Base Price: $3,210; Shipping Weight: 4,580 Pounds
Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1116
Base Price: $2,990; Shipping Weight: 4,600 Pounds
Formal Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1112
Base Price: $3,710; Shipping Weight: 4,795 Pounds
Convertible Victoria, 5 Passenger, Body #1107
Base Price: $3,670; Shipping Weight: 4,650 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1113
Base Price: $2,995; Shipping Weight: 4,670 Pounds
All Weather Cabriolet, Rollston Body, Body #494
Base Price: $5,790; Shipping Weight: NA
Touring Sedan, 5/7 Passenger, Body #1114
Base Price: $3,165: Shipping Weight: 4,700 Pounds
Business Sedan, 5/8 Passenger, Body #1114
Base Price: $3,165; Shipping Weight: 4,815 Pounds
Limousine, 5/7 Passenger, Body #1115
Base Price: $3,305; Shipping Weight: 4,815 Pounds
Business Limousine, 5/8 Passenger, Body #1115
Base Price: $3,305; Shipping Weight: 4,815 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1143
Base Price: $3,970; Shipping Weight: 4,945 Pounds
All Weather Cabriolet, Brunn Body, Body #3087
Base Price: $7,475; Shipping Weight: NA
Touring Cabriolet, Brunn Body, Body #3086
Base Price: $7,475; Shipping Weight: NA
Town Car, Rollston Body, 5/7 Passenger, Body #495
Base Price: $5,890; Shipping Weight: NA
Production Totals by Body Style are Not Available.
General Specifications, Packard Super Eight (1603, 1604, 1605):
Wheelbase: 1603 - 127"
1604 - 134"
1605 - 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: 32.50
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 (1603, 1604 & 1605):
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle: 27 Degrees
Ignition Timing: 7th Line Before TDC on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake .006", Exhaust .008"
Cylinder Head Torque: 63 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, Packard Super Eight, (1603, 1604, 1605):
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake .006"; Exhaust .008"
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, (1603, 1604, & 1605):
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, (1603, 1604, 1605):
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, (1603, 1604, 1605):
Cooling System: 20 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 24-1/2 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 8 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: 6 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1603-4-5: A-500001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Body # then sequentually beginning with 2001
Brake Specifications, Packard Super Eight (1603, 1604, 1605):
Lining Material: Molded;
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 26"
Width: 2-1/2"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard Super Eight (1603, 1604, 1605):
Caster: +2-1/2 Degree
Camber: +7/8 Degree
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 1-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard Super Eight (1603, 1604, 1605):
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: Moto Meter Neco
Temperature: Moto Meter Neco
Oil Pressure: Moto Meter Neco
Ammeter: -
Popular Options
DeLuxe Radio, Heater & Defroster, Spotlight, Fog Lights, Chrome Sheel Discs, Pelican, DeLuxe Emblem, Bumper Guards.
.1938 Packard Super Eight, Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September 1937.
Total 1938 Super Eight Production was 2,478.
PACKARD TWELVE (1607, & 1608)
Packard Twelve, 12 Cylinder Body Styles
Formal Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1132
Base Price: $4,865; Shipping Weight: 5,550 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1133
Base Price: $4,155; Shipping Weight: 5,525 Pounds
Club Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1136
Base Price: $4,255; Shipping Weight: 5,520 Pounds
Coupe, 5 Passenger, Body #1137
Base Price: $4,185; Shipping Weight: 5,415 Pounds
Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body # 1138
Base Price: $4,135; Shipping Weight: 5,255 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1139
Base Price: $4,370; Shipping Weight: 5,255 Pounds
Convertible Victoria, 5 Passenger, Body #1127
Base Price: $5,320; Shipping Weight: 5,345 Pounds
All Weather Cabriolet, Rollston Body, 5/7 Passenger, Body #494
Base Price: $6,730; Shipping Weight: 5,740 Pounds
Touring Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body #1134
Base Price: $4,485; Shipping Weight: 5,600 Pounds
Sedan Limousine, 7 Passenger, Body #1135
Base Price: $4,690; Shipping Weight: 5,660 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1153
Base Price: $5,390; Shipping Weight: 5,680 Pounds
All Weather Town Car, Rollston Body, 5/7 Passenger, Body #495
Base Price: $6,880; Shipping Weight: 5,735 Pounds
All Weather Cabriolet, Brunn Body, 5/7 Passenger, Body #4087
Base Price: $8,510; Shipping Weight: 5,730 Pounds
Touring Cabriolet, Brunn Body, 5/7 Passenger, Body #4086
Base Price: $8,510; shipping Weight: 5,725 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are Not Available.
General Specifications, Packard Twelve, (1607, & 1608):
Wheelbase: 1607 - 134"
1608 - 139"
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: 56.70
Horsepower: 175 @ 3,200 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.41:1
Carburetor: Stromberg .
Tire Size: 8.25 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 28, Rear, 32
Tune Up Specifications, Packard Twelve (1607, & 1608):
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .020"
Distributor Cam Angle: 40 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, (1607, & 1608):
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, (1607, 1608):
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, (1607, & 1608):
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, (1607, & 1608):
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 1607-8 A-600001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
Body # then sequentually beginning with 2001
Brake Specifications, Packard Twelve (1607, & 1608):
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 30"
Width: 2-3/4"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard Twelve (1607, & 1608):
Caster: - 1/4 Degrees
Camber: +1 Degrees
Toe In; 1/16"
Kingpin Angle: 1-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard Twelve (1607, & 1608):
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.005"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None
Axle Shaft End Play: .002"-.004"
Dash Gauge Manufacturer:
Gasoline: Moto Meter Neco
Temperature: Moto Meter Neco
Oil Pressure: Moto Meter Neco
Ammeter: -
Popular Options
Radio, Heater, Spotlight Bumper Guards, Luggage Rack.
.1938 Packard Twelve, Historical Data:
Model Year Introduction was in September 1937.
Total 1938 Packard Twelve Production was 566.
Total Packard Production for 1938: 55,718.
1938 PACKARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR:
DISTRIBUTORS, GENERATORS, REGULATORS,
STARTING MOTORS, & CARBURETORS
ALL SERIES
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GT-4007
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 @ 550 RPM
Full Advance: 8-3/4 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 #1110203
Cam Angle: 35 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: 17 - 21 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3/4 Degrees @ 300 RPM
Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" - 7"
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 15" - 19"
Maximum Vacuum Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GT-4007A
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 @ 550 RPM
Full Advance: 8-3/4 Degrees @ 2,000 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 11-1/8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 6 Degrees @ 17 " Vacuum
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GT-4006
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 Degree @ 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
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models
Generator #1100005
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): 30 Amperes; 8.0 Volts @ 3,400 RPM
Maximum Output (Hot): 28 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 3,600 RPM
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications, 8 Cylinder Models
Generator #GCJ-4807A-2
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 @ 1,050 RPM
Maximum Output: 32 Amperes; 8 Volts
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
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, 8 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage
Regulator #VRD-4001B
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
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Regulator #VRB-4008C
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: 7.45 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
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
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-18161
Code #10-30B
Repair Kit # RK-54
Float Level: 15/32"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: 5/16"
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .030"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: Flush
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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