[Can anyone check out a Detroit R2 for me?]

I live about 100 miles west of Detroit.  Lived there my first 40 years. I restored a R1 4 speed 2 years ago. May be able to help you.

call 517 795-9658

Larry

[Hurst shifter conversion]

I want to replace my original shifter with a Hurst (seems to a common practice). Since I'm new to the Avanti world, what should I be looking for? Is there a particular Hurst model that I need? My plan is to replace the shifter rod with the original Avanti rod so that it looks original. Any help would be appreciated.

[WTB Original Wheels]

Found the rims I needed. Thanks to all for your responses.

[WTB Original Wheels]

I'm restoring a 63 R1 that had some very old radial tires that I what to replace with the original bias 6.70 x15 ( I know, I'm giving up performance but I want original). Of the five wheels I have, they are 4 different sizes. Does anyone have a set of original wheels for sale. What are the correct specs, wheel width, backspace (offset).

ellagee@charter.net

[Radiator overflow tank]

Does anyone have a relatively good overflow tank for a 1963 R1 for sale. The one I have is banged up pretty good and has been extensively patched. Also , is there a source for the correct radiator hose clamps.

ellagee@charter.net

[Clear Coat]

Just browsing thru the SDC judging manual and came across the comment that clear coat paint is not acceptable. Does this hold true for a restored 1963 Avanti or is an Avanti judged differently?

[paint and tire questions]

OK. How about the engine color. Mine appears to be black. Is that correct?

[paint and tire questions]

Just starting to get my 63 R1 ready for a new paint job. Is the formula for 'Avanti White" available. This is a complete color change so I don't have any white to match for a formula. Also what color should the engine be? I've been told that the wheels are "Wimbleton White. Is that correct or is there a specific paint code for the wheels.

I have not yet decided if I want to go with radials or stay with bias ply tires. At St. Louis this past August there seem to be a big discussion regarding the correct bias tire. What tire is closest to correct?

[Dash Pad]

SI no longer has the dash pads. They are looking to have them at some time in the future but could be a while.

[Dash Pad]

OK, I know these are hard to come by but I need to find a replacement dash pad for my 63 Avanti. I checked with Just Dashes , but pretty pricey for my purposes. Mine is cracked very badly and not repairable. I would like to find just a good used pad. Any help or leads would be appreciated.

[Wheel Color]

Gunslinger,

Thank you for the info.

I noticed your listed "interests". I would certainly agree but maybe in a different order!!

[Wheel Color]

What is the correct wheel color for a 63 R1 painted the Avanti Red with red interior? I just acquired this car and it has 3 black wheels and 1 white wheel. I may change the color to turquoise. Would that make a difference in the wheel color?

[1964 Avanti NOS Upholstery]

Just purchased a 1963 Avanti and will be needing new upholstery. I believe the 1964 claret red is different then the 1963 red but I still may be interested. can you e-mail pictures and pricing to

ellagee@charter.net. What parts are you looking for in trade?

[Wheel Cover]

A friend of mine has a 1969 Avanti and is missing one wheel cover. Does anyone out there have one in decent condition for sale?

[Dash Pad]

Thanks to all for all the great info! Still negotiating on the deal. Just wanting to get a better idea of what I'm getting into. The car seems to be a good "driver" as is, a RI 4speed, 70,000 miles. Good hog troughs. For show quality it would need paint, upholstery and chrome.

[Dash Pad]

OK. I have a shop manual. Should have looked there first!

[Dash Pad]

How difficult is it to replace the dash pad on a 1963 Avanti? Does the whole dash need to be removed or can the pad be replaced with the dash in place? I am new to the Avanti world. but I'm looking to purchase one which needs the pad replaced.

[1963 vs 1964]

This thread did get off subject a bit , which is just fine because I'm learning a lot about Avanti's, and I now have a much better idea of some of the trim differences of the 2 years. My ultimate goal would be to find an R2, 4 speed, turquoise exterior and turquois interior, round headlights. If anybody has any leads feel free to let me know about it.

[1963 vs 1964]

I do prefer the round headlights on the 1963's but I was wondering what other changes were made for 1964. It seems there were some minor interior trim upgrades and exterior badging. Any more specifics????

[1963 vs 1964]

I just recently became interested in acquiring a 1963 or 1964 Avanti and have noticed comments about transition features from 1963 to 1964. What should I be looking for to distinguish between the 2 years, ie. early 1963 vs late 1963 and 1964?