1941 PACKARD
Model Designations:
Packard One-Ten, Nineteenth Series, (1900), 6 Cylinder
Packard One Twenty, Nineteenth Series, (1901), 8 Cylinder
Packard One-Sixty, Super Eight, Nineteenth Series, (1903, 1904 & 1905), 8 Cylinder
Packard One-Eighty, Super Eight, Nineteenth Series, (1906, 1907, & 1908), 8 Cylinder
Packard Clipper, Nineteenth Series, (1951), 8 Cylinder
1941 PACKARD 1900
Packard "110", 1900 Series, 6 Cylinder, Body Styles
Business Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body #1488
Base Price: $927; Shipping Weight: 3,150 Pounds
Club Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1485
Base Price: $1,020; Shipping Weight: 3,200 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1489
Base Price: $1,195; Shipping Weight: 3,310 Pounds
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1484
Base Price: $1,010; Shipping Weight: 3,245 Pounds
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1482
Base Price: $1,076; Shipping Weight: 3,250 Pounds
Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body # 1483
Base Price: $1,251; Shipping Weight: 3,460 Pounds
Taxicab, 5 Passenger, Body # NA
Price & Weight Not Available
DeLuxe Models
Club Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1485DE
Base Price: $1,058; Shipping Weight: 3,205 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Pasenger, Body #1489DE
Base Price: $1,229; Shipping Weight: 3,315 Pounds
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1484DE
Base Price: $1,070; Shipping Weight: 3,270 Pounds
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1482DE
Base Price: $1,136; Shipping Weight: 3,270 Pounds
Station Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body #1463
Base Price: $1,326; Shipping Weight: 3,470 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Packard "110", Series 1900, 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: 6.39 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 29.40
Horsepower: 100 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.3:1
Carburetor: Stromberg BXOV-26 .
Tire Size: 6.50 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 28
Tune Up Specifications, Packard "110", Series 1900, 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 "110", Series 1900, 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 .002"-.003"
Exhaust .004"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard "110", Series 1900, 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 "110", Series 1900, 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 "110", Series 1900, 6 Cylinder
Cooling System: 15 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 17 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 2 Pints
With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 5 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1900: D-1501
Beginning Serial Numbers:
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Brake Specifications, Packard "110", Series 1900
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 22-5/8"
Width: 1-3/4",
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard "110", Series1900
Caster: +1/2 Degrees
Camber: +1-3/8 Degrees
Toe In: 1/32"
Kingpin Angle: 2-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard "110", Series 1900
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: Stewart Warner
Temperature: Stewart Warner
Oil Pressure: -
Ammeter: -
Popular Options
Radio, Heater, Spotlight, Air Conditioning, Overdrive.
1941 Packard "110", Series 1900, Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September 1940.
Total 1941 Packard "110" Production was 34,700.
1941 PACKARD "120" EIGHT, 1901
Packard "120", Series 1901, 8 Cylinder, Body Styles
Business Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body # 1498
Base Price: $1,142; Shipping Weight: 3,385 Pounds
Club Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1495
Base Price: $1,235; Shipping Weight: 3,430
Convertible Coupe, 2/4 Passenger, Body #1499
Base Price: $1,407; Shipping Weight: 3,585 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1497
Base Price: $1,753; Shipping Weight: 3,725 Pounds
2 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1494
Base Price: $1,260; Shipping Weight: 3,504
4 Door Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1492
Base Price: $1,291; Shipping Weight: 3,510 Pounds
Sation Wagon, 8 Passenger, Body #1493
Base Price: $1,466; Shipping Weight: 3,720 Pounds
Station Wagon DeLuxe, 8 Passenger, Body #1473
Base Price: $1,541; Shipping Weight: 3,730 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are not available.
General Specifications, Packard "120", Series 1901, 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 127 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: 6.41 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 120 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.09:1
Carburetor: Carter, WA1 .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 28
Tune Up Specifications, Packard "120", Series 1901, 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: 7th 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 "120", Series 1901, 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 .002"-.003"
Exhaust .004"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard "120", Series 1901, 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", Series 1901, 8 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: .001:-.004"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0944"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Rod End Play: .004"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 45-46 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", Series 1901, 8 Cylinder
Cooling System: 17 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5-1/2 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 2 Pints
With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 6-3/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1901: D-300001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
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Brake Specifications, Packard "120", Series 1901, 8 Cylinder
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 24-1/2"
Width: 1-3/4"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard "120", Series 1901, 8 Cylinder
Caster: +1/2 Degrees
Camber: +1-3/8 Degrees
Toe In; 1/32"
Kingpin Angle: 2-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard "120", Series 1901, 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: Stewart Warner
Temperature: Stewart Warner
Oil Pressure: -
Ammeter: -
Popular Options
Radio, Heater, Spotlight, Dual Sidemounts, Sidemount Covers, Air Conditioning, Overdrive.
1941 Packard "120", Series 1901, Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September 1940.
Total 1941 Packard Eight Production was 17,100.
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PACKARD CLIPPER, (1951)
Packard Clipper "1951", 8 Cylinder Body Styles
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1301
Base Price: $1,420; Shipping Weight: $3,725 Pounds
General Specifications, Packard Clipper, Series 1951, 8 Cylinder
Wheelbase: 127 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: 6.85 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 33.80
Horsepower: 125 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 4.09:1, Optional: 4.36:1
Carburetor: Carter, WDO-512S .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 15 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 26
Tune Up Specifications, Packard Clipper, Series 1951, 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: 7th 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 Clipper, Series 1951, 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 .002"-.003"
Exhaust .004"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard Clipper, Series 1951, 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 Clipper, Series 1951, 8 Cylinder
Camshaft End Play: .001:-.004"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.0934"-2.0944"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Rod End Play: .004"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 45-46 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 Clipper, Series 1951, 8 Cylinder
Cooling System: 17 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 5-1/2 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 2 Pints
With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 6-3/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1951: D-400001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
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Brake Specifications, Packard Clipper, Series 1951, 8 Cylinder
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 24-1/2"
Width: 1-3/4"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Wheel Alignment Specifications, Packard Clipper, Series 1951, 8 Cylinder
Caster: - 1 Degrees
Camber: Zero Degrees
Toe In; 1/32"
Kingpin Angle: 5-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard Clipper, Series 1951, 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: Stewart Warner
Temperature: Stewart Warner
Oil Pressure: -
Ammeter: -
Popular Options
Radio, Heater, Spotlight, Air Conditioning, Overdrive, Fender Skirts.
1941 Packard Clipper, Series 1951, Historical Data
Model Year Introduction of the 1941 Packard Clipper was in April 1941.
Total 1941 Packard Clipper Production was 16,600.
PACKARD SUPER EIGHT "160", (1903, 1904 & 1905)
Packard Super Eight "160", 8 Cylinder Body Styles
Business Coupe, 2 Passenger, Body #1478
Base Price: $1,594; Shipping Weight: 3,875 Pounds
Club Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body # 1475
Base Price: $1,709; Shipping Weight: 3,800 Pounds
Convertible Coupe, 4 Passenger, Body #1479
Base Price: $1,892; Shipping Weight: 3,965 Pounds
Convertible Coupe DeLuxe, 4 Passenger, Body #1479DE
Base Price: $2,067; Shipping Weight: 3,985 Pounds
Convertible Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1477
Base Price: $2,180; Shipping Weight: 4,140 Pounds
Convertible Sedan DeLuxe, 5 Passenger, Body #1477DE
Base Price: $2,405; Shipping Weight: 4,160 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1462
Base Price: $2,009; Shipping Weight: 4,305
Trunk Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body # 1471
Base Price: $2,161; Shipping Weight: 4,495 Pounds
Touring Limousine, 7 Passenger, Body #1470
Base Price: $2,289; Shipping Weight: 4,570 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are Not Available.
General Specifications, Packard Super Eight "160", Series 1903, 1904 & 1905:
Wheelbase: 1903 - 127"
1904 - 138"
1905 - 148"
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/2" X 4-5/8"
Engine Displacement: 356.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.45 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 39.20
Horsepower: 160 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 3.92:1
Carburetor: Not Available .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 26, Rear, 28
Tune Up Specifications, Packard Super Eight "160", Series 1903, 1904 & 1905):
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle: 27 Degrees
Ignition Timing: 4th Line Before TDC on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake Zero", Exhaust Zero"
Cylinder Head Torque: 63 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, Packard Super Eight "160", Series 1903, 1904, & 1905:
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake Zero"; Exhaust Zero"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: Zero"; Exhaust: Zero"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens 4 Degrees Before Top Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 10 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 30 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 55 Lbs @ 1-3/4 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .002"-.003"
Exhaust .004"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard Super Eight "160", (1903, 1904, & 1905):
Piston Removal: 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 Super Eight "160", Series 1903, 1904 & 1905:
Camshaft End Play: .001:-.004"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.2497"-2.2507"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Rod End Play: .004"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 56-58 Lbs. Ft.
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.746"-2.747"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Main Bolt Tension: 82-85 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, Packard Super Eight "160", Series 1903, 1904, & 1905:
Cooling System: 20 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 2 Pints
With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 6-3/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1903-5: D-500001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
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Brake Specifications, Packard Super Eight "160", Series 1903:
Lining Material: Molded;
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 24-1/2"
Width: 2"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Brake Specifications, Packard Super Eight "160", Series 1904 & 1905:
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 Super Eight "160", Series 1903, 1904& 1905):
Caster: - 3/4 Degree
Camber: +7/8 Degree
Toe In; 1/32"
Kingpin Angle: 2-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard Super Eight "160", Series 1903, 1904 & 1905):
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.005"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None
Axle Shaft End Play: .004"-.007"
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: Stewart-Warner
Temperature: Stewart-Warner
Oil Pressure: -
Ammeter: -
Popular Options
Radio, Heater & Defroster, Spotlight, Fog Lights, Overdrive, Dual Sidemounts, Eectromagnetic Clutch, Air Conditioning.
.1941 Packard Super Eight "160", Historical Data
Model Year Introduction was in September 1940.
Total 1941 Super Eight Production was 3,525.
PACKARD CUSTOM SUPER EIGHT "180"
SERIES (1906, 1907, & 1908)
Packard Custom Super Eight, "180", 8 Cylinder Body Styles
Convertible Victoria, Darrin Body, Body #1429
Base Price: $4,595; Shipping Weight: 4,040 Pounds
Sport Broughtam, LeBaron Body, 5 Passenger, Body #1452
Base Price: $3,545; Shipping Weight: 4,450 Pounds
Sport Sedan, Darrin Body, 5 Passenger, Body #1422
Base Price: $4,795; Shipping Weight: 4,490 Pounds
All Weather Cabriolet, Rollston Body, 7 Passenger, Body #794
Base Price: $4,695; Shipping Weight: 4,075 Pounds
Formal Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1432
Base Price: $3,095; Shipping Weight: 4,380 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 5 Passenger, Body #1442
Base Price: $2,632; Shipping Weight: 4,350 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, 7 Passenger, Body #1451
Base Price: $2,769; Shipping Weight: 4,590 Pounds
Trunk Limousine, 7 Passenger, Body #1450
Base Price: $2,913; Shipping Weight: 4,650 Pounds
Trunk Sedan, LeBaron Body, 7 Passenger, Body #1421
Base Price: $5,345; Shipping Weight: 4,740 Pounds
Trunk Limousine, Lebaron Body, 7 Passenger, Body #1420
Base Price: $5,595; Shipping Weight: 4,850 Pounds
All Weather Town Car, Rollston Body, 7 Passenger, Body #795
Base Price: $4,810; Shipping Weight: 4,200 Pounds
Production Totals by Body Style are Not Available.
General Specifications, Packard Custom Super 8 "180", (1906, 1907, & 1908):
Wheelbase: 1906 - 127"
1907 - 138"
1908 - 148"
Engine Type: Inline 8 Cylinder, L-Head
Bore & Stroke: 3-1/2" X 4-5/8"
Engine Displacement: 356.0 Cu. In.
Compresssion Ratio: 6.45 to 1
Taxable Horsepower: 39.20
Horsepower: 160 @ 3,600 RPM
Torque: Not Available
Rear Axle Ratio: 3.92:1
Carburetor: Not Available .
Tire Size: 7.00 x 16 inches; Inflation Pressure, Front 27, Rear, 29
Tune Up Specifications, Packard Custom Super Eight, "180", Series 1906, 1907, & 1908):
Spark Plug: Gap .028"
Spark Plug Type: Champion Y-4, UY-6, or Equivalent
Point Gap: .017"
Distributor Cam Angle: 27 degrees;
Ignition Timing: 4th Line Before TDC on Vibration Damper
Firing Order: 1-6-2-5-8-3-7-4
Tappet Clearance, Hot: Intake Zero, Exhaust Zero
Cylinder Head Torque: 63 Ft Lbs
Valve Specifications, Packard Custom Super Eight, "180", Series 1906, 1907, & 1908:
Tappet Clearance, Running Hot: Intake Zero"; Exhaust Zero"
Clearance for Timing: Intake: Zero"; Exhaust: Zero"
Valve Timing: Intake Opens at 4 Degrees BeforeTop Dead Center
Exhaust Closes 10 degrees After Top Dead Center
Valve Seat Angle: Intake 30 degrees; Exhaust 45 degrees,
Valve Spring Pressure: 55 Lbs @ 1-3/4 inches (New Springs)
Valve Stem Clearance: Intake .002"-.003"
Exhaust .004"-.005"
Piston & Ring Data, Packard Custom Super Eight, "180", Series 1906, 1907, & 1908:
Piston Removal: 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 Custom Super Eight, "180", Series, 1906, 1907, & 1908:
Camshaft End Play: .001:-.004"
Camshaft Bearing Clearance: .0015"-.0025"
Rod Journal Diameter: 2.2497"-2.2507"
Rod Bearing Clearance: .0005"-.0025"
Rod End Play: .004"-.010" inches
Rod Bolt Tension: 56-58 Ft Lbs
Main Bearing Journal Diameter: 2.746"-2.747"
Main Bearing Clearance: .0005" -.0025"
Crankshaft End Play: .003"-.008"
Main Bolt Tension: 82-85 Lbs. Ft.
Capacities, Packard Custom Super Eight, "180:, Series, 1906, 1907, & 1908:
Cooling System: 20 Quarts
Fuel Tank: 20 Gallons;
Engine Oil Refill: 7 Quarts;
Grade of Oil: Above +32F 30;
Above +10F 20W;
Above -10F 10W
Manual Transmission:
Without Overdrive: 2 Pints
With Overdrive: 3-1/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 140, Winter 90
Rear Axle: 6-3/4 Pints
Grade of Oil: Summer 90H, Winter 90H
Beginning Engine Numbers:
Packard 1906-8 CD-500001
Beginning Serial Numbers:
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Brake Specifications, Packard Custom Super Eight "180", Series 1906:
Lining Material: Molded
Lining Dimensions/Wheel in Inches: 24-1/2"
Width: 2"
Thickness: 3/16"
Pedal Free Play: 3/8"
Brake Specifications, Packard Custom Super Eight "180", Series 1907 & 1908:
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 Custom Super Eight "180", Series 1906, 1907, & 1908:
Caster: - 3/4 Degrees
Camber: +7/8 Degrees
Toe In; 1/32"
Kingpin Angle: 2-1/2 Degrees
Rear Axle Data, Packard Custom Super Eight "180", Series 1906, 1907 & 1908:
Ring Gear & Pinion Backlash: .003"-.005"
Drive Pinion Adjustment: Shims
Drive Pinion Bearing Adjustment: None
Axle Shaft End Play: .004"-.007"
Dash Gauge Manufacturers:
Gasoline: Stewart-Warner
Temperature: Stewart-Warner
Oil Pressure: -
Ammeter: -
Popular Options
Radio, Heater, Spotlight, Dual Sidemounts, Sidemount Covers, Overdrive, Air Conditioning, Fender Skirts.
.1941 Packard Custom Super Eight "180", , Historical Data:
Model Year Introduction was in September 1940.
Total 1941 Packard "180" Production was 930.
Total Packard Production for 1941: 72,855.
1941 PACKARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR:
DISTRIBUTORS, GENERATORS, REGULATORS,
STARTING MOTORS, & CARBURETORS
ALL SERIES
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 6 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GC-4505
Cam Angle: 38 Degrees
Breaker Point Opening: .020"
Condenser Capacity: .28-.32 Mfds
Breaker Arm Spring Tension: 17-20 Ounces
Centrifugal Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 3 Degrees @ 590 RPM
Full Advance: 9-1/2 Degrees @ 1,600 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 #1110092
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: 10-1/4 Degrees @ 1,600 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Inches of Vacuum to Start Plunger Movement: 5" - 7"
Inches of Vacuum for Full Plunger Travel: 15" - 19"
Maximum Advance: 7-1/2 Degrees
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GP-4502
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: 3 Degrees @ 525 RPM
Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 1,550 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 11-1/8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 6 Degrees @ 17" Vacuum
Auto-Lite Distributor Specifications, 8 Cylinder:
Distributor #1GP-4502A
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: 3 Degrees @ 600 RPM
Full Advance: 10-3/4 Degrees @ 1,550 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-4102
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: 3 Degrees @ 475 RPM
Full Advance: 11-1/2 Degrees @ 1,800 RPM
Vacuum Advance Data:
Advance Starts: 1 Degree @ 8-5/8" Vacuum
Full Advance: 5-1/2 Degrees @ 16" Vacuum
Delco-Remy Generator Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models
Generator #1102682
Brush Spring Tension: 25
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.75 - 1.90 Amperes
Maximum Cold Output: 30 Amperes, 8.0 Volts @ 1,750 RPM
Maximum Hot Output: Controlled by Current Regulator
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models
Generator #GDZ-4801F
Brush Spring Tension: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.60 - 1.78 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 7.6 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Maximum Output: 35 Amperes; 8 Volts
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models
Generator #GDZ-4801G
Brush Spring Tension: Brush: 35-53 Ounces
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.60 - 1.78 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 7.6 Volts @ 1,250 RPM
Maximum Output: 35 Amperes; 8 Volts
Auto-Lite Generator Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder Models
Generator #GEA-4802A-1
Brush Spring Tension: Brush: 53 Ounces (Maximum)
Direction of Rotation: Clockwise
Field Current @ 6 Volts: 1.57 - 1.75 Amperes
Low Output Test: 8 Amperes, 7.6 Volts @ 1,060 RPM
Maximum Output: 35 Amperes; 8 Volts@ 1,700 RPM
Delco-Remy Regulator Specifications, 6 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Regulator #1118202
Groung Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.2 - 6.7 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: 0 - 4.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 34 - 36 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage: 7.2 - 7.4 Volts
Auto-Lite Regulator Specifications, 6 & 8 Cylinder Models:
Regulator Type: Voltage & Current
Regulator #VRP-4002C
Ground Polarity: Positive
Voltage to Close Relay Points: 6.4 - 6.6 Volts
Amperage to Open Relay Points: .5 - 3.0 Amperes
Maximum Operating Amperage: 34 - 36 Amperes
Maximum Operating Voltage: 7.35 Volts
Delco-Remy Starting Motor Specifications - 6 Cylinder Models:
Part #1107037
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 - 6 & 8 Cylinder Models:
Part #MAW-4021
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 4,900 RPM
Lock Test: 670 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 18.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications - 8 Cylinder Models:
Part #MAW-4024
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 65 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 4,900 RPM
Lock Test: 670 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 18.0 Ft Lbs Torque
Auto-Lite Starting Motor Specifications, Super Eight - 8 Cylinder Models:
Part #MAX-4041
Brush Spring Tension: 42-53 Ounces
No Load Test: 77 Amperes, 5.5 Volts @ 2,695 RPM
Lock Test: 906 Amperes, 4.0 Volts @ 45.9 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"
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - 6 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: BXOV-26
Part #380039
Code #10-45A
Repair Kit # RK-109
Float Level: 5/8"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: Controlled by Manifold Vacuum
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .010"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: Flush
Choke Unloader Setting: None
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - 6 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: BXOV-26
Part #380049
Code #10-46A
Repair Kit # RK-109
Float Level: 5/8"
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: Controlled by Manifold Vacuum
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .010"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: Flush
Choke Unloader Setting: None
Carter Carburetor Specifications - 8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WDO
Part #478S
Casting # 327
Repair Kit # 1092A
Float Level: 5/32"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-113
Pump Travel: 14/64" (Long Stroke)
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed, and .015" gauge inserted between anti-percolator stem & lip of arm,the indicator llines should be flush with the top of the anti-percolator plugs.
Unloader Setting: 3/16"
Fast Idle Setting: .030"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Carter Carburetor Specifications - 8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WDO
Part #512S
Casting # 371
Repair Kit # 1092A
Float Level: 5/32"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-113
Pump Travel: 14/64" (Short Stroke)
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed, and .015" gauge inserted between anti-percolator stem & lip of arm,the indicator llines should be flush with the top of the anti-percolator plugs.
Unloader Setting: 11/64"
Fast Idle Setting: .020"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Carter Carburetor Specifications - Super Eight, 8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: WDO
Part #479S
Casting # 329
Repair Kit # N/A
Float Level: 9/64"
Idle Screw Setting: 1/2 to 1-1/2 Turns to Open
Metering Rod Gauge: T109-113
Pump Travel: 26/64"
Anti-Percolator Setting: With throttle valve closed, and .015" gauge inserted between anti-percolator stem & lip of arm,the indicator llines should be flush with the top of the anti-percolator plugs.
Unloader Setting: 11/64"
Fast Idle Setting: .030"
Choke Lockout Adjustment: None
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - 8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: EE-16
Part #380050
Code #10-47A
Repair Kit # RK-79
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
Fast Idle Setting: 35/64"
Choke Unloader Setting: 11/64"
Stromberg Carburetor Specifications - Super Eight - 8 Cylinder:
Carburetor Model: AAV-26
Part #3800087
Code #10-44C
Repair Kit # RK-110
Float Level: With engine idling, fuel level should be at bottom of sight bowl
Throttle Position for Economizer Valve: Controlled by Manifold Vacuum
Throttle Valve Location for Idle: .022"
Throttle Valve Location for Vacuum Spark Control: .012"
Fast Idle Setting: 7/64"
Choke Unloader Setting: 11/64"
Fuel Pump Data:
6 Cylinder
Pump Type: AT
Maximum Pressure: 4-1/4 PSI
8 Cylinder & Super 8
Pump Type: AH
Maximum Pressure: 3-3/4 PSI
Super 8
Pump Type: AJ
Maximum Pressure: 4 PSI
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