['Groovy' Avanti!]

I am confused, according to the parts book, both are the same (1556483) except for R1 with A/C (15673110).

[Original 4-Speed Shifter for a '64 R2.]

I agree with the sentiment that the Hurst shifter is the way to go. However, if you want, I have spare original shifter. PM me for details.

[Dash Pad]

did you check with SI. I got one from them a few years ago and they even dyed it elk to match the rest of my interior. I think It was around $600.

[Replacement seats]

What year, make and model seats is anyone using to replace the stock Avanti seats? I just discovered that the "show car ready" seat covers I purchased years ago do not have the proper "pockets" and I am not sure I want to spend the money (I need new foam etc) to have less than a perfect set of seats! So, I am hoping to get recommendations and store both sets of seats I currently have.

Thanks,

[63 vs 64 front seats]

Don't know if this would be useful to any one else, but here are pictures of the old and new seat bottoms and backs.

As you can see, the latter seats have a complete metal frame around the seat back as well as a reinforcement across the front of the back and have additional (Styrofoam?) padding.. The latter seat bottoms are also reinforced where the seat rails bolt up. I intend to make a similar reinforcement out of 3/4" conduit and use the older seat bottoms (since they are in better condition) with the latter seat backs.

[63 vs 64 front seats]

I bought it in NC. was that you?

[63 vs 64 front seats]

According to the parts manual, after R5361 there are different part numbers for the front seats. I have a pair of 63 seats in good condition and the seats for my 64 (R5408) that are not so good. I have taken one of each apart to determine the difference and it looks like the newer seat is reinforced, both back and bottom, at the hinge location. The newer seats also have more padding on the rear of the seat back. Has any one experienced failures due to the earlier seats not being reinforced? I would like to use the 63 seat bottoms and backs as they are in better condition and am trying to ascertain any problems I may face.

[tranny crossmember needed]

According to the parts catalog it is part # 527974 and is 3/8" thick. It goes on the left (drivers) side.