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I used an old “S” insert as a pattern. An engraver did the lettering on a black background and cut the piece to size. Made a mold with some silicone molding goop, then poured liquid plastic in the mold over the engraved plastic. Lots of trial and error, but finally got one that was decent. Mike

I liked the look of the ornament but instead of the “S” insert I made my own paying homage to the designer of the car. I also added the pirate buckles on the quarter panels but just left the inserts plain black. Mike

Steve, yeah I know where Elmer City is. That would work if you wanted to pack one of those home for me. Just need to make the deal with Michael Phillips. Mike

Mark, I think he said it was $150. Are you driving back? Mike

Anyone from Washington State driving? Mike

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Looks like a good solution. Seems like it would help the air conditioning be more effective. Mike

Now we just need something to cool off the shifter!

Tanda62, did you get your suspension rebuild done and were you happy with it? Zedman found a YouTube on the door latches, it would be nice if we had some knowledgable Avanti guys putting more on. Too bad Grant didn’t make a video when he did his new bushings. I’m sure folks would like having some how to videos to help them with their updates. Mike

My starter was sluggish and I finally sliced the positive cable from the battery to the starter. Yep, it had green corrosion inside. Replacing it made a big difference. Probably not your problem with the randomness but something to be aware of. Mike

I thought one of the reasons the Avanti was developed was to try and shed the stodgy image of the Studebaker lineup and breathe some excitement into their brand. I’ll say false. Mike

I’ve never driven my car in cold weather where I needed the rear window defroster. Not sure if it even works. I’m thinking the tint would be of more benefit. Mike

I like it!

Thanks AD. Wouldn’t think anything would stay cool sitting in the Arizona sun, but maybe the air conditioning would work a little better with the windows tinted. Can you post a photo?

Sorry, I donated them to the Studebaker Garage at the Harrington WA car show in May as part of their fund raising raffle. I didn’t forsee ever having a 289 again and thought maybe someone else could put them to good use. Mike

AD, were you happy with the tinting? Did it help cool the interior at all? Mike

I wondered that too. Maybe take it to the shop that does the work and get their opinion. How about the side windows, anyone done that and had good results? Mike

If it’s a glue on you can buy mirror glue at the parts store. Make sure your glass is clean for best adhesion. Mike

Just curious, what was the shipping? Mark and I are clear across the country. Mike

There is an article in the latest AOAI Avanti Magazine on mirrors and parts.

You might check with him and see if he has any rear glass. Mike

Mark, that’s not the only thing we have to contend with in Washington State. A bill just passed that will require a speed limiting device be installed in the car of a habitual speeder. Not necessarily a bad idea but can you imagine having an “authorized shop” crawling around in your Avanti wiring in cameras and gps devices and some type of throttle control? Yikes. Drive responsibly! Mike

Yes indeed. She likes to go for rides but I haven’t convinced her that it is “fun” to sit out at a car show all day in the hot sun!

I showed a picture of an Avanti to my soon to be wife. She thought it was the ugliest car she had ever seen. Years later we bought the 83. She sat in the car in the parking lot while I went into the grocery store and when I came out there were several people around the car oohing and aahing as my wife explained the history. Funny how her option changed! Mike