Hog Trough Replacement - Referral

[BillyBob]

Hog Troughs in my '77 are non-existent. Yes, I know the "debate" and am undecided where, exactly, I am in the argument. That said, I lean toward replacement and am looking for a referral to a MI, IN, or OH shop that is experienced in their replacement. My limited search in Metro Detroit has been unsuccessful in finding an interested shop. What say you?

[jmenacker]

Hog Troughs in my '77 are non-existent. Yes, I know the "debate" and am undecided where, exactly, I am in the argument. That said, I lean toward replacement and am looking for a referral to a MI, IN, or OH shop that is experienced in their replacement. My limited search in Metro Detroit has been unsuccessful in finding an interested shop. What say you?

I'm ignorant about a debate but Myer's Studebaker is in Duncan Falls, OH and they are expert in Avanti http://www.myersstudebaker.com/

Dan Booth is in MI somewhere http://www.avantiparts.net/ Thier website is being revamped but Dan should be able to help with ideas for the hog trough replacement too.

Good luck,

Joe Menacker

[Gunslinger]

I agree. I don't know of anyone so knowledgeable on Avanti repairs as Jon Myers and Dan Booth.

[Avantidon]

Dan Booth is not far from you and as some have already said, he is very knowledgeable on the Avanti II. I am sure since he is close o Detroit he can reccomend someone to you. When I replaced by Troughs oon my 73 II I had to show the shop how to do it. They did a fantastic job but that was 10 years agi and in PA,

[Kellerbear]

I live in Dallas area and just had the left side hog trough replaced. I bought the five piece kit from Classic. Our local National Collision auto center franchise is owned by two "car guys" and they did a great job in getting my sagging '78 back in fine shape. Wonder if other body shops in your area might also welcome a challenge? Good luck, having this done will make a big difference in the car!

Tim