Frame / Springs: wondering if I know what part i'm looking for?? 58 Champion

[RJMcGregor]

Hello, Have a "newbie" question for you... I started working on my 58 Champion, and I'm wondering about a cross member I have to replace, it's the one running just in front of the cowl, is this called the "front frame cross member" or is it "rear engine support cross member?", I am getting the manuals as we speak, but was wondering which piece this is? Car is a 6 cyl 3 speed

Cheers
RJ

[BobPalma]

It's called a MEMBER, Engine Rear Support Cross.

On a 1958 Champion with three-speed manual transmission (not Hawk or taxicab), it is Part #1539089. BP

[RJMcGregor]

Hi Bob, Many thanks, boy this Studebaker crew is awesome, I've gotten soooo much advice and great help, already.... makes me so glad I choose this car for my project . Cheers RJ

[RJMcGregor]

... Does anyone make this part? Cheers-RJ

[BobPalma]

... Does anyone make this part? Cheers-RJ

I doubt it; there would be little demand for it.

However, with all the oddball stuff Ed Reynolds has uncovered -and continues to uncover- I'd run that part number through Studebaker International first, if you need one. BP

[jmt]

RJ,

The following link has been very valuable to me finding missing or unservicable parts. All the vendors listed specialize in Studebaker parts.

http://www.studebakervendors.com/

John

[RJMcGregor]

no luck finding Rear Frame Cross Member....

well No luck finding one kicking around, has anyone any parts cars kicking around 56-58ish?? couple other small things I need too... loving this project and this car

[RadioRoy]

You should buy the chassis and body parts books. Everything is pictured along with how it interacts with the other parts, where/how it fits, and what fasteners are used. It's like having the instructions for assembling a model car kit.

As an example, the books will tell you what other years and models of Studebakers take the same part.

All the major Studebaker parts vendors carry them. IMO, they are more useful than the shop manual, but you should buy one of those also.

[53hardtop]

I don't know if it is the same part, but I have the crossmember that supported the rear of the engine from my 53 Commander hardtop (K). Had a manual trans. Different year, different engine, etc. If you can figure out if it fits, it is available. I am in ND, so not so far away.

[RJMcGregor]

I wonder if anyone else here knows the answer to this one?, many thanks to 53hardtop, I'll find out!, cheers!

[RadioRoy]

this part is different between coupes/hardtops and sedans/wagons. Since the frames are vastly different, that makes sense.

[53k]

I doubt it; there would be little demand for it.

However, with all the oddball stuff Ed Reynolds has uncovered -and continues to uncover- I'd run that part number through Studebaker International first, if you need one. BP

The old SASCO had them before the sale to Ed.