I have a lot to learn about Studebakers. I rescued one from the crusher a few weeks ago. Does anyone know where I can get a patch panel or a good truck Lid. For some reason mine has rusted completely through about 4 inches below the handle. I also need the left hinge. Thanks for your help.
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1950 Studebaker Champion Sedan Trunk Lid
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That rust is pretty typical and a body shop can cut out that rust and weld in new metal. Finding a pristine trunk lid is tough and probably pretty pricey.
I have an extra deck lid, with some rust like yours, for a 4 dr sedan/convertible, which is shorter then the 2 dr sedan deck lids. 2 dr and 4 dr hinges are different too.sigpic1966 Daytona (The First One)
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That is not entirely accurate.
The difference in trunk lid lengths is between the coupes and the others:
-four door sedan, two door sedan, convertible take the short lid
-three passenger coupe and five passenger coupe take the long lid
The trunk lids interchange from 47-52 with the differences being in the holes for the trunk handle.
The hinges are different the same way the trunk lids are:
-four door sedan, two door sedan, convertible take one set of hinges
-three passenger coupe and five passenger coupe take the other set of hingesLast edited by RadioRoy; 07-01-2018, 09:36 AM.RadioRoy, specializing in AM/FM conversions with auxiliary inputs for iPod/satellite/CD player. In the old car radio business since 1985.
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