I have been collecting Studebakers for over 20 years. But recently bought both of the above cars (both my first pre war cars). Both very good original cars. The 29 runs drives and stops well been kinda putting around with it in back roads. Just got the 30 home last night haven't tried to start it yet. But it appears to be In better shape than the 29. I am going to need into on basic tune up and other parts/suggestions to try to get the 30 running. Also will need info on how to replace the roof fabrics and sealant. Also the 29 (first pic) originally must have had a vinyl roof because under the vinyl there now is all wood surrounding all 3 back windows. That wood is shot all rotten are templates available to rebuild the wood (tops sides and back) also what wood was used. Thanks john
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29 & 30 dictator coupes finally share the same home.
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29 & 30 dictator coupes finally share the same home.
John
62' Deluxe R2 4SPD.
63' R1 Wagonaire
57' Transtar 259 punched to 312 NP540 4:09 TT Under Construction
58' 3E6D Stock 4X4
64' (Studebaker Built) Trailer Toter
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Originally posted by what huh View Postwish I could help you out with your questions but you have a very nice pair of vehicles there.Last edited by ken-renda; 10-17-2014, 03:01 PM.
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Pardon me if I'm just a bit envious. I'd love to drive either one of those to a gathering of A Models. Maybe it's best that I don't get one.
There's enough jerks already, without a southern hillbilly upstaging a group of tin lizzies with a real automobile.John Clary
Greer, SC
SDC member since 1975
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Hi
Wood structure templates are rarely available. The rotted wood itself has to serve as patternmaking for size and shape. Approach it's replacement carefully, taking shape and dimensions as disassembly takes place. The wood of choice was ash because it is fine grained and easiest to shape. There may be metal braces on joints so note placement of those as well.
Steve
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