1950 Studebaker commander

[alanahasan]

Is there anyone within two-three hours of washington DC area who has a 1950 Commander i could look at to study and make measurements so i can figure out how to install an a/c in my car when my motor is rebuilt? You can call me at 301 233 3445, or email me at alanahasan@gmail.com.

thanks

alan

[KJongenburger]

Alan,

You can always drop in at my shed in Holland. You're most welcome although you might have to use your fantasy when measuring. This is the way it looked when I left this evening.


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[alanahasan]

Dera kJongenberger

Thanks! looks like i've got a lot of room between the engine and the front sheet metal. Would yopu mind measuring it for me?

Alan

[TDITS]

You have to remember where he lives is below sea level, hence the body lift....

[KJongenburger]

Alan,

I try to document the disassembly of my car as well as possible for reference when I try to assemble it again later. You never know in advance which shot you'll need. I've got some pics for you.
On pic 1 you see the area with the right fender still in place but the airfilter removed. The airfilter sits right on to op the carburettor
On pic 2 the fender is removed and the approx location of the airfilter indicated. I have also indicated the location of th forward bolt of the body to the chassis.
On pic 3 the climatizer fan is removed and it goves an impresseion how close the engine is to the firewall.
On pic 4 you can see the gap. From memory I would estimate this not to be more than 1 to 1.5 inch.
On pic 5 you have a reasonable view from the front with the fender, the fan and the filter removed.

More pics in the next message

[KJongenburger]

The last two pics:

Pic 6 shows you the forward body to frame bolt again and the area you have there.
On pic 7 the body is removed and you can see the bolt hole.

Next week when I am at my shed I'll see if I can do some measurements.

Good luck.

Kees

PS, TDITS, As long as the dikes hold the local aquafer will be just below my floor.