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This looks like the molding used on the rear door of the 1957 Packard (Packardbaker) model 57L-Y (4-dr sedan). The Studebaker parts book lists a 1323170 & 1323171 right and left rear molding for this part and occasinally Studebaker used a slightly different casting number on the part versus part number in the book.

If George is at a loss for words it must be fantastic!

Give this websie a try http://www.stude.com/.

Selling a 1923/24 Studebaker Light Six doodlebug. This was a sedan or coupe that was cut down into a farm tractor type vehicle. The front section is a running Light Six chassis including cast iron head engine (with perhipherals such as starter, generator, distributor, vacuum tank, etc.), front axle with later 20 inch wooden wheels, radiator (some leaks) and shell, hood top, etc. The cowl is reasonably solid (windshield was cut off) and has original steering column with wooden steering wheel, spark and throttle levers, brake and clutch pedals, dash (guages missing or rough) and the Light Six transmission. The frame was cut just behind the transmission and a frame from another vehicle(truck)welded on. Rear section includes another transmission of unknown make (two trannys make for interesting gear ratios) and a worm drive dual-tire rear end of unknown make(possibly Diamond T). This unit runs and yard drives. Asking $875, located in Montpelier, VT. Photos available. Email: dpson1954@adelphia.net . Thanks

Are you sure the part number you listed is correct. The October 1, 1968 (yes, that's right 1968, they kept selling parts after the car business was discontinued) Studebaker Parts and Accessories Price List, Book "F", shows a 1656164X1-Cover. Unfortunately I can't find that number in any of the parts books either, but generally numbers of that type were for the late (1963+/-)Studebaker trucks. Perhaps this might even have a military truck application, I don't have the military parts books.

Give Myers Studebaker a try here is the website: http://www.myersstudebaker.com/new_&_reproduced_items.htm

Chris, I don't have any rear body parts. I've got two rear fenders(one is NOS)both for the same side and some cowl parts. Regards, Dan

I beleive I can help, email me at dpson1954@adelphia.net.

What you saw was a last gasp attempt to keep the Packard name alive until corporate finances of the Studebaker-Packard Corporation would allow a re-introduction of a truely unique Packard line of autmobiles. Packard and Studebaker merged in 1954 (technically Packard bought Studebaker, but it involved a stock swap, etc.). It seemed like a great fit; Studebaker would produce low and medium priced cars while Packard would pick up the high end. This would also fit well for the existing dealers as they could expand their lines without too much conflict with other dealers. Unfortunately for the merger Studebaker introduced a new line of cars in 1953 that included a beautiful coupe and hardtop, but a homely line of the bread and butter sedans. (The mid-50's Packards can't be described as stunning either). Anyway, things went down hill from there for both lines of cars and by the late 50's it was decided to close the Detroit Packard plant and concentrate production in So. Bend. It was felt that it would be too expensive to retool for true Parkard production in So. Bend so they produced Packardbakers as a stopgap measure to keep the Packard name going until times got better and a new line of true Packards could be produced. The good times never came and the Packard name badge was phased out in 1958. It's reported that that the last Packards were actually a small number of rebadged Studebaker trucks sold in So. America due to import regulations. Hope this helps answer your question.

I recently bought out an old Studebaker dealer and there were a handfull of NOS Packard Parts mixed in, including a couple master parts books from the late 40's to the late 50's. I can identify most of the parts, but there is a bullet shaped fender or cowl mounted directional or driving light, I'd guess from the late '30's. Can anyone identify the year and model which this fits; the part number is 348761? Thanks.

Is your vacuum tank missing or just not working? I might be able to help. Regards, Dan

Having recently sold my 1924 Studebaker Light Six Touring car I have a some no longer needed spare parts and literature for sale, including a running doodle bug, frame, engines, misc. small parts, etc. Email me with your needs: dpson1954@adelphia.net. Thanks.

Ebay auction closes Saturday evening at 7:50 pm EDT.

I just posted my 1924 Studebaker Light Six Touring Car on eBay. Here is the link if you are interested: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayIS...item=2418636295 A photo is attached. Thanks.

I just placed my 1924 Light Six Touring Car on eBay. If you are interested here is the link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayIS...item=2418636295 If that doesn't work search for "1924 Studebaker" or item number "2418636295". I've posted a couple photos. Thanks.

Does anyone have a source for the brake lining material for the external contracting brakes on a Light Six. The size is 2" wide by 5/32" thick. I need 4 feet of it. Email me directly at dpson1954@adelphia.net. Thanks.

Congratulations on your new/old Studebaker. In order to identify the model of your car you should visit the Antique Studebaker Club website and go to the "Identify your Vehicle" section. In 1923 Studebaker had three model lines; Light Six, Special Six and Big Six. A good, better and best lineup. Hope that helps.

Traditionally a "touring" car is an open car, having a front and rear seat, with a folding top and no windows in the doors(they used a set of rather clumsy canvas or vinyl like side curtains to keep out the weather). A "sedan" is a enclosed car with a fixed top and side windows that generally can be rolled up and down. My understanding of a "touring sedan" was that it was a term used by the auto industry in the 1930's to glitzy up their enclosed sedans and had nothing to do with the true "touring" cars of earlier years.

I beleive the Studebaker marked wrench is a buggy (as in horse drawn) wrench. I suspect the others are of the same use/vintage. I don't know of any place where you can look these up. You might want to try a web search for horse drawn equipment, occasionally one of the Studebaker wrenches shows up on eBay.

Bingo! Part number 43518, is for the front timing cover on a Light Six engine, so that is what you have. The actual engine number is difficult to find on these engines. It is stamped on top of the flange on the back of the engine just above where the starter mounts. There is a cross-shaft the passes through this flange. You usually need to clean away years of grease and gunk to see the numbers. You should find that the engine number will be very close to your serial number minus the first 1, thus your engine number will be close to 150563 or 150363.

Need to know what model Studebaker you have, Big, Special or Light six?

The parts book lists this as fitting 1953 to 1955 Champion 2-door sedans (F body) and 1953 and 1954 Commander 2-dr sedans.

George, <BR>I look forward to it, see you there!

Any ASC members going to York? Steve Dillion and I will be at spaces B-36 and B-37, stop by to say Hi (Steve's going to be bringing some pre-war parts).<P>Dan Peterson<BR>1924 Light Six

Did anyone catch Rick Larrick's Light Six on the "Rosa Parks Story" on CBS Sunday night (Feb. 24th)? (It was even mentioned that it was a "Studebaker" a few times in the program).