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Welcome Forum The Drag Strip 1949 Packard Specs

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    1949 Packard Specs

    Factory Price: $3,000
    Overall Length 211.6875″
    Height 64″
    Width 77″
    Weight: 4300 lbs.
    Engine: L-head 8cyl. 327ci.
    Bore & Stroke: 3.5X4.25
    Compression: 7:1
    Horsepower: 150 @ 3,600rpm
    Wheelbase: 127″
    Suspension: independant front (double acting shock absorbers) rear/solid axle, semi-elliptic springs 54.375 long
    Fuel Tank: 20 gallons (whistle warning when nearing full)
    Cooling System: 19 qts.
    Tires 8.20 X 15
    Electrical: 6 volts (some had 8 volts), 40amp generator
    Frame: X-member type, box section side rails
    Carburetor: 2 bbl.
    Axle Ratio: 3.9:1
    Transmission: standard/synchronized with overdrive optional

    Accessories:
    Automatic Transmission Ultramatic, clutchless type of shift
    Heater & Defroster
    Electric Clock
    Power Seat
    Air Conditioning called all-season ventilation
    Radio
    Power Antenna
    Rear Window Defogger
    Spare Tire standard with optional check on exterior of car for tire pressure
    Trip Odometer
    Fuel & Temp. Gagues
    Power Windows
    Fuel Tank Whistle

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