Are there any differences between a 1963 Lark convertible frame and a 1960 Lark convertible frame? If so, what might they be?
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StudeRich
Second Generation Stude Driver,
Proud '54 Starliner Owner
SDC Member Since 1967
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Correct me if I am wrong, but I think in 1962 the two door models went from 108.5 Wheel Base to 109 Wheel Base. The four doors all went to the wagon wheelbase of 112. I don't know if that would make much different but as Rich pointed out, it would appear that there would have to be some modification to the 60 frame to have it work on the 63 frame.
16 years later, GM on their intermediates went to around the same wheelbase set up on the two and four door cars. Studebaker was ahead by 16 years.
Bob Miles
Pacific Southwest Zone Coordinator
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Originally posted by 6hk71400 View PostCorrect me if I am wrong, but I think in 1962 the two door models went from 108.5 Wheel Base to 109 Wheel Base. The four doors all went to the Wagon/Cruiser wheelbase of 112./Cut/Bob Miles
Pacific Southwest Zone CoordinatorStudeRich
Second Generation Stude Driver,
Proud '54 Starliner Owner
SDC Member Since 1967
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Thanks for the correction Rich. I sent my copy of Studebaker the Complete Story to Jake in Florida. I will have to get another copy as it is my go to guide.
My 62 has a wheelbase only 2 inches shorter than my 52 Commander 4 door. Someday when the muse strikes, I want to do a story about what a difference 10 years make in comparing the two cars.
Bob Miles
Pacific Southwest Zone Coordinator
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Compare the frame dimensions in the shop manual. I believe the wheelbase 1/2" inch was made with a change in the rear leaf springs, putting the rear axle back that much.59 Lark wagon, now V-8, H.D. auto!
60 Lark convertible V-8 auto
61 Champ 1/2 ton 4 speed
62 Champ 3/4 ton 5 speed o/drive
62 Champ 3/4 ton auto
62 Daytona convertible V-8 4 speed & 62 Cruiser, auto.
63 G.T. Hawk R-2,4 speed
63 Avanti (2) R-1 auto
64 Zip Van
66 Daytona Sport Sedan(327)V-8 4 speed
66 Cruiser V-8 auto
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Originally posted by Warren Webb View PostCompare the frame dimensions in the shop manual. I believe the wheelbase 1/2" inch was made with a change in the rear leaf springs, putting the rear axle back that much.
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