Interior: Adding rear seat belts on '63 Hawk

[Waylon56]

Anyone added a pair to the back? Usually I just bolt them to the floor, but curious if there are mounting points for a factory accessory set?

Thanks

[JoeHall]

All 61 and later Studes, and I believe all 61 and later American made autos, are pre-drilled for rear seat belts; the holes, and captive nuts are already in place for lap belts. The bolts supplied with the belts fit the nuts (7/16"x20 IIRC). So its as simple as bolting them in.

[Studebakercenteroforegon]

Actually the factory located seat belt anchors began with the 1962 model year cars of all makes and models.

[thunderations]

The rear seat belt anchors should have rubber plugs installed from the factory. They may be hard as a rock and difficult to remove, but they will have saved the threads in the anchors.

[Waylon56]

Anyone know what length are best? I see 60" and 74". Thanks

[thunderations]

How big are your friends riding with you? Usually, 60" is plenty long for the back seat.

Anyone know what length are best? I see 60" and 74". Thanks

[Jeffry Cassel]

Helpful hint: When you remove those plugs chase the threads with a tap (USA made) . They aren't usually too bad but can kinda crusty after sitting there unused for decades.

[rockne10]

Also get under the car and verify the reinforcing plate around the captive nut is in good condition; especially in the front of the rear tire well. It has been subjected to all the road debris the tires have been throwing for more than half a century.