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Another possible source would be the Shrock Brothers http://www.shrockbrothers.com/ They took dimensions from the originally restored 31 #37 to produce their diecast model.

The AC-2344 I've seen on 53, 54 and 55, though I think they only look appropriate on the 55; not that uncommon but, NOS in the box, scarce, and not being reproduced as far as I know. The two plane types don't look like any Studebaker I'm familiar with. I don't know about the other three as there are some things I just don't know. Im only 56 and have owned only one pre-war Studebaker. Matthew's only 16 but he's learning well ahead of the curve.

Not like any Stude key I've ever seen. The 50 would probably use a Hurd blank. You may want to get an ignition switch from a Studebaker vendor or a salvage yard and have a locksmith rekey it. http://www.studebakervendors.com/

If you want to do it right, the back glass must come out. Studebaker International has new rubber.

The 1931 #37 was the first prototype, independently built by Studebaker engineers. It was leading the race when it went over the wall and was put back together that year to win the Pike's Peak hillclimb. The results so impressed Studebaker, they decided to build four more and enter a five car team in 1932. All five were rebodied and entered in 1933. The #37 was totally restored to 1931 standards by Stan Smith in State College, Pa and completed in 1980. I believe it is now owned by Bob Valpey. Stan did, indeed, have to fabricate most of the body and grill since the 31-32 configuration was gone. Stan lives in Boalsburg, Pa, just outside State College, Pa and he is always in contact with Bob.

Ray, Have you advertised your needs in the Antique Studebaker Review? The ad is free to members of the Antique Studebaker Club and $12 for non-members. Richard Quinn is the editor rtq11@aol.com www.theantiquestudebakerclub.com/

Frank, Visit The Antique Studebaker Club www.theantiquestudebakerclub.com/ The Studebaker Drivers Club also has a very very active forum http://www.studebakerdriversclub.com/sdc_forum/default.asp where everyone is eager to help but, I must warn you, on that forum we are most familiar with post-war cars. Brad Johnson

Lesli, Larry Tholen is the Treasurer of The Antique Studebaker Club and is compiling a roster of known Rocknes. He has located a little over fifty extant models, some perfect, some not so good. I have a 1933 Model 10 four door standard that is totally original. I read somewhere there are an estimated ninety still left but no indication of condition. Unfortunately for us their value on the market is not great, though it deserves to be. Time will change that. One exception would be the 32 Model 65 or 33 Model 10 convertible sedan, of which there are no known survivors. I suggest you contact Larry, who can assist you in joining us or finding a reasonable price for your disposal. Ltholen@cox.net Brad Johnson

Realistically, the stamping was so lightly done it's probably no longer there; light sanding maybe. Sandblasting would destroy any possibility of finding it.

I've seen a few and they are desirable; rarer than the sedans. Someone can correct me but, I was under the impression the Loewy Studios were retained by Studebaker in 1936 and their first new designs were produced by Studebaker in the 39 model year; primarily the work of Virgil Exner, who had recently left GM as head of the styling department at Pontiac.

Use this link to many Studebaker vendors http://www.studebakervendors.com/

Other than the mechanically activated switch in the early Studebakers, they used only the two terminal switch in all models.

The body tag, located on the cowl just behind the engine will provide the code to determine the precise model and trim level. Once you have that send your inquiry to rtq11@aol.com

try www.theantiquestudebakerclub.com www.dochemp.com/9stude.html

try www.theantiquestudebakerclub.com www.dochemp.com/9stude.html

Parts inquiries would be best addressed to members of the Antique Studebaker Club or the Studebaker Drivers Club. Three suggested sites: http://www.theantiquestudebakerclub.com/ http://www.dochemp.com/9stude.html http://www.studebakerdriversclub.com

Marketplace would be Turning Wheels, the monthly Studebaker Drivers Club publication. See what people are asking for the parts you have. Or, put them on ebay and see what they bring. www.studebakerdriversclub.com

Actually the 50 Commander had a much longer hood and fenders than the Champion. In 51 they shared the shorter sheetmetal. The front suspension...that year only, hard to find parts. I would find a place for solemn rest of this car AT MY HOUSE!

I suggest you join the Antique Studebaker Club and place a free want ad in the ASC Review. Membership is $25 The Antique Studebaker Club P.O.Box 1743 Maple Grove, Mn. 55311-6743

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None ofthe original covers were ribbed. Early v-8 (FIRST WAS 1951) had four studs. Could be late v-8 aftermarket or something else entirely.

First prduction was 189.8 cid in 32 Rockne. Final Studebaker Commander flathead in 1950 automobiles and 1960 trucks; not sure of displacement.

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"The Official 12-volt Conversion Guide" is available for $10 from Randy Rundle at Fifth Avenue Antique Auto Parts, 415 Court Street, Clay Center, Kansas 67432. That being said, you're having a problem that should be able to be corrected. I'm in favor of finding and correcting it. A properly working six-volt should properly work. Didn't it get everyone to work on time prior to 1955? Vapor lock? Starter voltage? I don't know. I wouldn't make all the necssary 12-volt conversion until you've exhausted your local experts. <img src="http://forums.aaca.org/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" />

1932, 1933 Rockne 10 (or model 65) engine was used in 34 and later Studebakers, referred to as the Commander six with increasing displacement until 1950 in cars and 1961 in trucks. Overdrive trans was available from 1939 on. Tranny would be Borg Warner T86