Sliding Roof Trim and Detent

[Chuck Sloan]

I am seeking a cover plate (trim) that mounts above the handle of the sliding roof; it is circular. Also seeking a detent which allows the sliding roof to be opened and secured two positions prior to fully opened. I have not been able to identify these part numbers so I simply referring to them for the function they perform. Any recommendations would be appreciated. Thanks.

[StudeRich]

The sliding roof Lock/Stops were added at a later Serial Number and usually found on '64's.

The Plate under the inside release Handle you are looking for is shown on Page 300, Plate 2182 as Picture Number 2169-654, which is Part Number 1353134W (Chrome) Escutcheon.

Not sure if it is the 2169-655 1355244 Latch, sliding roof stop, 1 per Car, and -656 1358030 Catch, sliding roof latch, 3 per Car, that you need.

Of course they are in the 1959 to 1964 Studebaker Body Parts Catalog.

[8E45E]

Yes, the plunger lock with additional stops at 30% and 70% and at the end of the sliding roof's travel was a later addition:

Visor sleeve for sliding roof 1963-66 Wagonaires - Studebaker Drivers Club Forum

Craig

[ndynis]

Chuck:
I host the Wagonaire Registry (on line at wagonaire.info) and can tell you that Studebaker International has the 1358030 sliding roof catch stops available. I do not know of any source for the Locking Handle Escutcheon. I do have a couple of both the stops and the escutcheon which I am willing to sell. I try to pickup special Wagonaire items like these whenever I see them available, at swap meets or wherever, just for this reason. You can contact me at ndynis@yahoo.com. I find the PM system of the Forum to be difficult to use so I just go with the standard email.
Let me know if you are still needing any of them.
Nick

[StudeRich]

Maybe we should wait a couple more days before putting out an APB search for Chuck !

[Chuck Sloan]

All,
I have been amazed at the numerous responses regarding the sliding roof trim and detents availability. Nick has been an invaluable resource for educating me. My wife's Lark, Daytona, Wagonaire is far from typical and continues to be a work in progress. I pulled the AM radio today in hopes of upgrading to a modern unit which will permit the use of the factory faceplate trim. Someone may have knowledge of this particular car as it has been modernized with a GM LT1 engine, 4L60E trans, GM 10 bolt differential, upgraded to what appear to be GM front disc brakes. The car was (reportedly) ran in the 2021 Hot Rod Power Tour. While the majority of the hard work has been done, we are attempting to complete the build. The interior has been completed thanks to Surfside Beach Custom Upholstery. Next an operable radio, followed by a tilt column (for my comfort when she allows me to drive) and possibly the upgrade to a rack and pinion - if anyone has any recommendations regarding a rack and pinion, I would appreciate your recommendations. Lastly, the addition of Cragar SS wheels with spinners and AC system to offset the warm summer weather here along the coast. If anyone knows who initially built this car presumably in the 2019/2020 time frame I would really like to determine what the donor cars that were used in the build. Thank you for your time and expertise.

[StudeRich]

Thanks Chuck for coming back and giving us the "Rest of the Story", don't wait 2 Months next time !

Since you mention "Lark", does that mean it is a '63 ?
You sorta ask if anyone remembers it, so What Color is it ?

[Chuck Sloan]

Your are correct it is a 1963, the only car that I know of with four names Studebaker; Lark; Daytona (trim edition); and Wagonaire. It is a soft white color that I would call a Wimbleton White that Ford used for years and years. Another fellow I know referred to it as Artic White. I believe it is Wimbleton White. The interior door panels were originally a dark red/burgundy color that had been dyed black, black dash and interior trim and black carpet. It now has a soft white headliner, with red door cards and seats covers with mild white piping to breakup the panels. we were told the LT1 engine and 4L60 was taken from a 93 or 95 Corvette. As the weather improves I plan to check the left side axle tube to identify the 10 bolt (GM, Pontiac, Buick, Olds). I may be wrong but I suspect the front end and rear were likely removed from similar donors. Whoever built the car did a very good job. The running gear install was well done; the ECM and trans control are hidden behind the glove box. The "finish" work to complete the build had not been done. We are in the process of checking these items off the list as time and funds permit. Hopefully our upgrades will be completed this spring so she can enjoy her ride throughout the warmer weather this coming summer. Thanks to all for your expertise.