[Hog Troughs]

Hey Bob, mine is a 74.  I picked it up out of NJ.  I was able to get a look at the article yesterday.  I think it's something I will try to tackle this winter.  Unless I find a great deal on a set, I will more than likely fabricate a set of my own.  My other, more immediate problem now is the sunroof.  It leaks like a sieve even though someone previously siliconed it.  Am I right to assume that there are no seal kits made?  My homework hasn't turned up anything.

[Hog Troughs]

Thanks Bob.  That's just the response I was hoping for.  How heavy is the steel for the trough?  Something that's easily bent with a brake or heavier like a plate steel?

[Hog Troughs]

Hey everyone.  I've had a couple Studes for a while, but just bought my first Avanti.  It's a 77, so not really a Stude, but close enough for me!  I went to look T the car with my dad who is an avid Hawk lover/owner.  Neither one of us had much knowledge going into this, and when we noticed the hog troughs (lack thereof honestly) the owner explained them.  I've done a little homework since, but have found conflicting views.  How important are they?  Are they for side impact, or body flex?  Can you replace it by shoring everything up without spending $1500 on a pair and taking the body off? It's a 77 and the rest of it is a little rough too, so I don't feel like dropping that much ok it is justifiable just yet. I appreciate you guys reading my post if you made it this far.  Thanks.