Looking for a Studebaker mechanic on the West Coast

[shenandoahcommander]

Is there a good studebaker mechanic on the west coast
Thanks

[showbizkid]

shenandoahcommander , welcome to the Forum! I'm sure some of our members will chime in with suggestions shortly.

To help you out, I've moved your post to the appropriate channel and given it a more descriptive title. The more descriptive your title, the more likely you'll get the help you need.

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[Randy Bohannon]

Contact Kenny Durkee in Renton, WA 425.351.2627. The Studemeister!

[StudeRich]

Welcome to the SDC and to the SDC Forum Bob!

I am from South Redondo Beach Ave "A", myself, but have not lived there in too long to know who the current dependable Shops that know Studebaker's are except what I hear from afar so not current personal experiences that I can be sure are GOOD ones.

You could try this one, it is located in the same building that used to be "Studebaker of California" the Worlds largest distributor of New Studebaker Parts in the 1990's. They moved to Indiana.

The Repair Shop (not affiliated), was "Studebaker Parts and Service", now moved from 1440 14th. St. and under new ownership since the founder and former owner Bill Oliver has retired.

Enter on W. 14th St at Santa Fe Ave.
Long Beach

The Old Phone Number 562-435-3782 is disconnected now, so just Old info in on line Searches, so no luck at that Number.
You would have to go there, when I last talked to that New owner he had enlarged the Shop and was very busy, so check it out.

UPDATE: OK, I found the Latest Info on this Shop in Long Beach near you.
The New Name is: "Studebaker Restoration LTD". 1408 Santa Fe Ave. Long Beach, CA 90813
562 676 4460, Website :

https://www.studebakerrestorationltd.com/

[Alan]

You should say what kind of help you need.

[StudeRich]

Also WHAT Year and Model are we dealing with, Please.

[Warren Webb]

You can also contact the Inland Empire/ Beach Cities club for their help. They are holding one of the largest car shows/ swap meets in Anaheim the end of May (usually Memorial Day weekend) at La Palma Park. Check out the "events" section above for phone numbers & contacts. they will be happy to help!

[StudeRich]

Good Tip Warren, here is more about that Huge SDC Event from the a fore mentioned Link:

5/29/2022 - 5/29/2022

Location: Anaheim
Sponsoring Chapter: Beach Cities Orange Inland Empire Chapter

CALIFORNIA, 29th, Anaheim, Beach Cities Orange Inland Empire Chapter to host the 48th La Palma Studebaker Car Show and Parts Exchange at the park on 1125 N. La Palma Pkwy. From 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Judged cars are $30, Display cars $25, Parts Exchange, $25.

Website: http://studebakersocal.com/BCOIE_Events.htm. Pacific Southwest Zone.

Here is the Chapter Contact Info:

https://sdc.cornerstonereg.com/Chapt...hapters?loc=CA

Meet Members with similar Cars, ASK Questions about Shops in So. Cal !

[StudeRich]

Please see UPDATE on Post Number 4.

[abkco]

Studebakers West in Redwood City, Ca. repair Studebakers. (650 366-8787) In fact, I saw the first one I ever restored from many years ago there last week getting work done. They were not happy with my work!!! I'm still learning. Justin

[RadioRoy]

In fact, I saw the first one I ever restored from many years ago there last week getting work done. They were not happy with my work!!! I'm still learning. Justin

Was it that cute dark red 1960 Lark two door sedan?

[Topper2011]

Or was it the Avanti?

[abkco]

Was it that cute dark red 1960 Lark two door sedan?

Yes, colonial red. That’s me.