Will an Avanti frame swap under a 57 Golden Hawk? Not sure if it's a Studebaker or Avanti ll.
Kevin Edwards
Kevin Edwards
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No, wrong length. Avanti frame is basically a modified Lark frame.Frank van Doorn
Omaha, Ne.
1962 GT Hawk 289 4 speed
1941 Champion streetrod, R-2 Powered, GM 200-4R trans.
1952 V-8 232 Commander State "Starliner" hardtop OD -
as noted- the Avanti frame will NOT fit.
You need a 1962-64 GT Hawk frame. Changing to a 1958-1961 is only a marginal upgrade, but can be used also.
The GT frame is heavier, but may need removal of one set of outriggers (I know they need removed for a coupe body- but I have not done this swap to a hardtop).
The GT frame also does not have the 2-piece drive shaft cross member. You can install the one from the GH frame, or go to a 1-piece drive shaft IF you use a 1958-1964 long-tail shaft transmission.
Ray
Specializing in Studebaker Restoration
Ray
www.raylinrestoration.com
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Great replies. Thanks for the help. I will go to the Ebay ad and correct my error.
Kevin Edwards
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