Canuck E Posted April 8, 2015 Report Share Posted April 8, 2015 Hi folks. Im new to the forum and was wanting to know about the rear brakes on a 1979 Avanti II.. 1) What type of brakes are used on this model, drum? 2) What brand are they, Bendix? 3) I'm in Canada ( 1 hour from the original Stude plant in Hamilton) so I need a good source for parts. THis is all dependant on my ability to accquire the 79. I've wanted one for years. Even though I prefer to have a round eye 63 Studebaker Avanti they are as always out of financial reach. If I do manage to buy it (the 79)I'll be back with many questions. So thanks in advance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chuck Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I know on my 82 the rear brake shoes are the same as a 78 Chevy C-10 Pickup. I don't know about the rest of the hardware. RQB-3553 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MARK Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 I was very sucessful calling Dan Booth with Nostalgic Motors 1800 282 6849 or 248 349 4884 when I had and restored my 73 Avanti II He is especially knowledgeable with the Avanti II's and has most all the parts Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canuck E Posted April 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 THanks Guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boogieman Posted April 9, 2015 Report Share Posted April 9, 2015 My '79 has a DANA 44. Same as used in thousands of Dodge and Jeep cars. It is an 8-1/4" ring gear and very rugged. Parts readily available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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