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  1. My Starter Fiasco..

    in 1963-64 Avanti

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    In NJ there is a shop full of parts for many models. I had my starter and alternator serviced from this shop. Quick, clean and reliable.  very fairy priced too.

    CENTRAL JERSEY STARTER & ALERNATOR INC7

    1-800-675-3128   OR 732-727-4486

    1089 Route 35, Morgan  N.J. 08879

     

    Mark

  2. Avanti Engine Cooling

    in Avanti Pub

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    MFG, I recently had my radiator recored by Dave Thibeault after my radiator fan committed suicide and went through my Avanti hood; but not before it ate up the radiator, hoses, belts and all pulleys.

    The work completed is perfect and vey neat. Without a doubt, I also suggest Dave T.

    Hey there gunslinger, how is AZ?

     

    Mark

  3. heater box 64 Avanti

    in 1963-64 Avanti

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    Leo B.  Again to be redundant, thank you so much again. I got the repaired heater core back from Dave Thibeault with a new motor for the fan; after 60 years why not, and new hoses. My pal ed jones came over to help me assemble everything an check out. Your instructions were perfect for removal and also reading backwards, reassembly. I really appreciated your assistance.

    The Avanti & Studebaker Forums are just an amazing source of information and cooperation.

    Mark

  5. heater box 64 Avanti

    in 1963-64 Avanti

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    Leo B, I want to thank you very much again. I did gather  tools and some cardboard and after about 2 hours was able to fully remove all parts and see the leak from the heater core. As others have written, I am amazed with the amount of dirt within the system.

    I am mailing out the heater core tomorrow to dave thibeault and decided to order a new motor too as there was squealing . Yes I ordered a gasket kit too.

    So, Leo, I am very appreciative. The excitement will be to reassemble.

    Mark

  12. Unrestored ‘63 R2 4 Speed Avanti

    in 1963-64 Avanti

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    My take on the R2 4 speed.  1) proper replacement of hog troughs is $4-$5k, proper strip, body repair, replacing all rubber after removing all glass between $25K & $40K, redo transmission $3 to $4K

    do all guages work? what is the condition of the dash? The dash alone is a $5K expense

    Another words, to really do that car right, expect $50 to $70K . Chrome would be included as rebuilding supercharger.

    You have $90 to $110K into a car that is probably work $100 to $110K

    Mark

     

  19. Stude Avanti Radiator Surge/Expansion Tank Repair

    in 1963-64 Avanti

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    1. Regarding the repair, I have purchased years ago 4 damaged, leaking, rusty and crushed tanks. All were sent to Dave Thibeault who returned them like new. He has a contact who takes them apart, hammers out all the expansion and contraction dents, re solders and paints them correct.
    2. I recently sold 1 of the 3 left to an Avanti owner in Miami. He was and is still trilled, even though the purchase was costly.
    3. I strongly suggest contacting Dave Thibeault, he is a wonderful source of information, parts and knowledge. Though he has not helped with me trying to buy another car with my wife, she feels I have enough toys.
    4. Mark

  21. Looking for a source to "rebuild" an AC Drier for a '63 Avanti

    in 1963-64 Avanti

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    John, I had the receiver dryer completely redone by the ORIGINAL AIR GROUP,  5133 W. Idlewild Avenue  Tampa Florida 33634

    phone is 813- 259 7688    OA@classicautoair.com    The entire bill was only $130.  The only problem is they are very very busy and I had to wait 6 months for an opening. Once they contacted me by email, the turn around time as about 45 days. The receiver dryer came back like NOS.

    They do all models and systems for our cars and all others.

    Mark

  25. Newbie asking questions and learning.

    in Avanti Pub

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    congrats on your taste for Avanti's. Gunslinger is a world of information as is Studegary. I have restored a 73 Avanti II and currently have a 64 R2. There are a number of cars out there, You really have to be careful on any purchase as repairs get expensive very very very fast. A huge resource is Dave Thibeault aka studedave@aol.com or  house phone 978-897-3158. It is worth a call to speak with him; Janet is his wife, as Dave often knows of cars that are sound for sale. I know as I have purchased through him a 64 R1 SuperHawk; 1 owner car.  Good luck, enjoy and be careful. Use many of the members for advice or suggestions.

    Mark

     

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