mfg
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As of 2024.
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Of the ten ‘EX’ prototype Studebaker Avantis which were built, only …..?….. remain. 1) three…..2) four……3) five…..or……4) seven
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I purchased carb kit from SI last week… $69 in catalog…. $99 plus shipping upon arrival! Yes, always inquire current price.
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That’s the point Dwight.. ‘not rain friendly’!!…. Besides that, it’s blocking a portion of the radiator…. and we all know an Avanti’s cooling system needs all the airflow it can get! Also, in the event of a front end collision, the air filter canister would be rammed right into the radiator, wiping both items out!
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I understand Studebaker was desperate to get the air filter assy out of the super hot Avanti engine compartment, frankly though, the factory filter location on the R3’s couldn’t be worse for an Avanti in everyday use!
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Works for me… Thanks Dwight
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Activates ejection seat?
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Yes… sounds like a prior owner installed the ‘64 style air filter assy on your ‘63 Avanti …Upside down!!
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I’ve removed regular exhaust manifolds from above without too much trouble… Easier on right side… I’d guess the headers would be about the same amount of work… Loosening the exhaust pipe-to-manifold nuts can be a challenge though!
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2006 Avanti GT Engine Compartment final appearance upgrade.
mfg replied to ronmanfredi's topic in 2001-2007 Avanti models
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2006 Avanti GT Engine Compartment final appearance upgrade.
mfg replied to ronmanfredi's topic in 2001-2007 Avanti models
I still like the Gillig bus magnetic hood locks….. Very crafty!!! -
If you feel the source of fuel leak is concealed, I’d pull out the rear seat and fiberglass back plate to reveal fuel tank and it’s connections.
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Wanted, an R3 pressure box in good condition (FOUND).
mfg replied to ronmanfredi's topic in Avanti Parts
To be honest with you Dwight, I think the exposed carb on the R2’s actually look better than sealed in a box… however the ‘boxed’ carb is considerably safer! -
Wanted, an R3 pressure box in good condition (FOUND).
mfg replied to ronmanfredi's topic in Avanti Parts
I’ve always thought that Studebaker should have equipped all their R2 equipped vehicles with a carb pressure box (as all ‘57-‘58 Golden Hawks were equipped) Although current owners carefully maintain the factory pressurized carb, back in the day, when many used these vehicles for everyday transportation and hoods weren’t lifted very often, gasoline leaks were somewhat common!