a new project, 51 Champion w/pic

[stehlik]

Well I just bought a new project. It is a 1951 Champion 2 door. It was a project that was never completed. I am the third owner and I will finish it. It came with a new 6 cyl. crate engine, dual carb. set up, a T5 5 speed trans. and much more. I have to go a different way with a V8 and auto trans. I have most of the parts I need so the restoration should go smoothly. I hope. I have done a few of this type so I know I will have to redo some things but it looks like the fellow who did most of the work did a nice job. The second and third guys didn't do as well so I have to redo a few things. Anybody need a complete champ engine and trans set up?
Bob
Cascade chapter





To see more pictures go to http://users.mcsi.net/cascadestudebaker and look under bobs shop and for sale page

55pres- Cascade Chapter Oregon

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[aarrggh]

I like the Chevy truck .

[Mike70gtx]

It's going to be nice. I just got me a 51 2 door and got a new wiring harness in and about ready to roll. I just talked to the guy that makes the dual carb setups and adapter plates for the s-10 trans. What was done to the front end? Was it a whole new front end or is it setting on a new frame?

1951 Studebaker Champion 2dr
1987 Buick Grand National

[stehlik]

The front end was completely rebuilt as was everything under the car including the brakes. it has Studebaker disk brakes set up on the front.

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[Chris Pile]

With a clean motor and tranny, I'd say you are off to a great start!
Good luck with the build, and keep us informed.

Chris Pile

http://midwaystudebakers.tripod.com/

[Orestudeguy]

Well Bob,

I know the guy you got it from and for what you paid for it, you got a smokin deal.


George
Grants Pass, Oregon
64 Station Wagon with fixed roof (Canadian Car)

64 Wagonaire sliding roof South Bend car.

63 GT Hawk

51 Champion Starlight Coupe

[stehlik]

yes George I did.This time it will be finished. Do you have more info on the car. The owner was light on info. Bob

55pres- Cascade Chapter Oregon

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[Lothar]

Nice car! Do you intend to leave it "Tuckered? (third headlight)

1950 Champion
W-3 4 Dr. Sedan
Holdrege NE

[stehlik]

No. It will go back to stock. mostly. Bob

55pres- Cascade Chapter Oregon

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[Michidan]

Nice project, looks like fun. I also dig your tow truck...GMC grill in a Chevy?

https://www.studebakerhardtop.com

[BRUCESTUDE]

Cool project! Hope to see it on the road in the NW soon!

Bruce Newell
Yakima, Wa

[studeclunker]

quote:Originally posted by aarrggh

I like the Chevy truck .

Yes, a nice classic Chebby pulling a nice Studeclun... ahem, Studebaker.[)]

Hmmm... Champion engine in a Champ pickup.... good mileage and still Studebaker...


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Ron Smith
Where the heck is Lewiston, CA?

[silverhawk]

Looks like a great start! I'm looking forward to watching this car getting put back together, its gonna be a goody!

Dylan Wills
Everett, Wa.

'61 lark deluxe 4 door wagon