I just joined this forum recently to stay better informed on Studebakers. I have two that I love and are pictured below ... a 1947 Champion Deluxe and a 1952 1/2 ton pickup. I had never owned a Studebaker before, but always have this picture of a black & white 1957 Studebaker President in my head that I saw as a 9-year-old. I thought (and still do) it was the most beautiful car in the world, but didn't say much about it at the time because my family and relatives were all Plymouth, Chevy, and Fords. But, I've never forgotten that fabulous Studebaker!
Specifically, as I was looking over the motor on my new pickup, I discovered this (pic #3) ... shouldn't that be re-greased and have a cap on it? If so, where can I get one?
I will sure appreciate any help or suggestions down the road and will try to be a competent Studebaker owner and promoter. Thanks!
Specifically, as I was looking over the motor on my new pickup, I discovered this (pic #3) ... shouldn't that be re-greased and have a cap on it? If so, where can I get one?
I will sure appreciate any help or suggestions down the road and will try to be a competent Studebaker owner and promoter. Thanks!
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You were given some good info regarding the truck forum, but nothing addressing your question. You are missing a press-in cap for your under hood "shifter" linkage box (I'm not sure of the correct technical name). And yes, it should be lubricated and covered. Until you find the correct metal cap, you could go to Lowes/Home Depot and check out their specialty fasteners. These are usually found in those drawers located near nuts & bolts. Look for the plastic plugs often used to plug holes in office desks when there are unused openings for power cords, wires, etc. If you can't find anything there...try to find a tapered cork. Anything to keep out the dirt, until you are able to locate the correct part. There should be plenty of parted out vehicles for you to (sooner or later) get the correct "hole filler."
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