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everything but driveshaft. any reputable shop can shorten yours.

You might check your rear ratio, if 3.92, you already have the best ratio possible. As for anything lower, not available. There was chatter a few years ago about 3.54's being made, but that source had died. As for an overdrive setup, I can supply everything...about 2500 depending on details.

Must be very gratifying after overcoming the teething hurdles. Just one thing...is the OD unit an R6 or an R9? very different units/wiring, but indeed both prefer proper clean oil...

One of two things, either 1940 covers or Henney covers. The Henney covers are distinct in the chrome hinge that the cover swings from, while the 1940 Packard covers came completely off the car.

I now have a resource to reproduce these impossible to plate OEM Pot Metal parts. I have listed the first set on ebay. It took me 3 years to find the right person to do these. If you are interested in these, please review the ebay listing I have just posted (10 day listing), and/or please comment he...

I can provide good used tested lifters. Tested as good by Bob Aller.

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transmission from the 41 should bolt up no problem.

I've never seen the speaker in the door, which only means I haven't seen everything...usually mounted in back of front seat...but what the heck...

Dave is on target. hood, hood rods, fan/waterpump and other stuff. if you can loosen it from the radiator collar, it will come out. don't be afraid to stand on the cylinder head...nylon strap hooked to the upper radiator tabs so you aren't totally bending down. Get volunteers to help guide it out....

Thermostatic shutters were available on certain deluxe models in '37, but it is very uncommon to find them... For me the acid test is to drive the car for 30 minutes. Fast, Slow and Normal, highway to rutted pavement. Feel the steering, brakes, suspension. Then park it and leave it running for 15 mi...