1939 President

THANKS for the very helpful info so quickly! I was kinda close but you guys came through!

1939 Studebaker, 250 cu. in. flathead 8cylinder, 3 1/16" bore. Installing new rings, Studebaker manual calls for .013-.018 Piston Ring end gap. Does that mean .018 at the top of piston travel and .013 at the lower end of travel? I'm new at this.

Need head bolts for 1939 Stude President, Flathead 8cyl. Stude part #184478, 1/2" 13 x 2 7/8". How many do you have?

They are for a 1939 Studebaker President Flathead 8cyl. Stude part number 184478, N.O.S. only. Bolt shaft is same size over it's length with a washer less head. How many do you have?

Thanks for the info, Hood was stripped to metal when I got it.

Would like to know if Studebaker painted under side of hood same color as body or some generic color. Thanks

Saw your response, went to the shop, put together this set-up and let her rip. The upper brass tank had a 1 1/2" hairline crack. Used propane torch and body solder, 30/70, NO LEAKS! Thank you!

Thanks for the input, think I'll go with maybe 1+ lbs of pressure. You guys are a fountain of knowledge, now can someone direct me to the Fountain of Youth?

How much, if any, cooling system pressure should a late 30's early 40's flathead, straight eight have. Trying a DIY radiator repair and thought I'd pressure test it with air, WITHOUT blowing it apart. Any Help?

Thanks for the info!

Can someone explain the timing marks on my 39 Stude 250 cu in straight 8. UDC 3-6 about 4" around the balancer, UDC 1-8 about 2" away INOP 1-8. I know UDC= TDC

Thanks for the response! Happy Motoring!!

Have a 1939 Studebaker 250 cu. in. 8 cylinder flathead to rebuild, not running. What is the rotation direction of the Crankshaft, from the front or rear of the engine?

Thanks All for the input. Looking at the squished remains of my body mounts ( my cars, not mine ) it's hard to tell what they are made of or how thick. Was kinda was hoping all would be the same.

Need to replace the body mounts on my 1939 Stude President. Does anyone know what material was used and what thickness. Thanks

Thanks for the info. I saw the color on a 1940 Graham, was told it was the repaint of the original color. I love the color and want it for my 1939 Stude President.

Was there a color named "Empire Maroon" used in 1939 or 1940? If so, does anyone have a chip or formula? Thanks

WANTED: 1938-1939 Commander and President 4dr. opening rear quarter window weather strip. Stude part numbers, 268264 right, 268265 left. Mine are dry rotted. New, used, one or a pair. ANY help/leads deeply appreciated. Steele Rubber, Pat Walsh and some others do not have them. Nick Farina 518 733-6083, email, nykikos@yahoo.com

Already tried, no luck there. Thanks

I need the Clips that hold the stainless trim on the doors, fenders etc. The Clips are for a 1939 Studebaker. They were used on '39 President & Commander and '39 & '40 Champion. Studebaker part numbers are 1574X & 1575X. They may have been used on other makes. Any help?

I need the clips that hold the stainless steel side trim on the doors,fenders etc. The parts book calls them "Moulding Fastener". Studebaker part numbers are 1574X or 1575X, used on 1939 Commander & President and 1939 & 1940 Champion. Need a total of 45 clips.

The 3/16" side glass I'm replacing is the original glass from the factory. Restoration Specialties & Supply in PA. (814) 467-9842 or www.restoration specialties.com has all the glass run channel, cat whiskers (inner & outer belt strip) and other great stuff.

Restoring my '39 President, all side glass is 3/16 thick.

Need for 1939 Studebaker President, Rear opening vent seals. Any help or leads, STEELE RUBBER does not have them.

I need the Rear opening vent rubber seals for a 1939 Stude President. Steele Rubber does not have them. Any help or leads?