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During the lifespan of Avanti automobile production, which corporate owner made the statement….”We want to make enough money to eat more than beans and weenies”? 1) Nate Altman….2) Steven Blake….3) Michael Kelly….or…..4) J.J. Cafaro

Seven is correct!

Sorry no…. Both units had an internal oil reservoir.

Internal oil reservoir.

Seven

Maybe the title of the category should be changed to "Avanti R-2, R-3 and R-4 Engines and Models" instead.

I agree...it's a much cleaner design without the flares. The Avanti body has always been remarkably clean of extraneous add-ons...and better off for it.

No problem in reversing the tie rod… will not affect front end alignment….Avanti Motors did that on their Studebaker framed 80’s Avantis.

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I have the same problem with my 63 Avanti. By luck, I found a shop owned by a former Studebaker employee (40 yrs experience) that will correct this problem. I'm recuperating from a surgery now and cannot drive for a few more weeks, afterwards the car will be taken to his shop and the problem corrected. I haven't the know-how/skill to accomplish this on my own, etc.

I have tried to get these rear arm rests but had no luck. So, my upholsterer improvised and attached the coverings, his work is, in my opinion, xlnt. It looks like the factory work and I can't tell the difference. I'm well satisfied.

Just my opinion, ….I think the final design looks better without the fender flares.

The categories seem to be popping up like weeds. Might as well have one for the R4.

MFG is correct, the answer is false. In this over the top photo, the only thing real is the Avanti, the rest is all AI, even the guy with his greasy little hand on the hood. The important point of this is that a picture is no longer worth a thousand words. AI can be used for a fun true or false but we all need to be aware of its misleading potential. I put this together in a matter of minutes with my novice ability, so think of what a nefarious actor might do. Keep on your toes and stay safe! Mike

Can anyone name a very obvious cost cutting measure made when the McCulloch VS-57 supercharger was converted by the Granatellis into the Paxton SN-60 supercharger? ( Not referring to elimination of the vari-speed pulley/drive items)

While it's not a super charged engine, it seemed appropriate to keep the Studebaker - Granatelli engines in one group. I could just imagine the backlash if a main topic was created just for it.

Any public forum or group should always have the availability of exchanging ideas for the betterment of the community. When those ideas come across as being an attack on a participant, the group content or the sponsors (AOAI) goal, then they should be communicated directly with the admin. As a member over the past few years, I've watched a few participants get into personal attacks over comments made about a topic. I've also seen others join in to the point that it became a thread of unprofessional conduct. This will no longer be allowed. The goal of adding new members is right at the top of AOAI's goals. It's extremely important as the existing members - Avanti owners age out. This may not align with each members concern and that's ok. It's still the direction that we are headed.

Why is the R4 included in the “supercharged” category?

Yes!…I guess he favored locations in warmer climates.

Lets take a stab at number 1, New York.

My issue is limited barn space. I already have 3 vehicles (out of 7 collectibles) sitting outside and that goes against my grain.

Sorry to see discussion comments by forum members removed when they are respectful but counter to the opinion of the moderator who expresses a desire to add new members. As a group, we should consider being inclusive and encourage the free exchange of ideas and opinions in an effort to retain current members of the message forum.

I hate to tell you but I’ve got you beat. I keep telling myself “I’m done” but it’s just hard to stop. I just enjoy these cars! This one should make someone a great project. It checks a lot of boxes for desirable Avantis.

Adding more categories makes sense, to a point. I think the current number of categories covers it all and is about right. Like the Google search page, keeping it simple and straight forward is oftentimes the best approach. Thanks to those involved in managing this site. It's appreciated.

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