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Back in Dec. 04 I sent pics of my 1950 Studebaker Retro-Rod Project for your Garage Shots page .www.hotrodhotline.com/feature/garage/04dlawrence50 The car is really coming together and should be in paint no later then July '05.
Since we last touched base, all the modifications and welding have being accomplished, only a small hand full of little things to double check before grinding, filling and sanding. The custom side exhaust was trial mounted, linear actuators replaced the intended hydraulics for the front clip, articulating trunk hinges from Sachse Rod Shop were installed along with gas shock support. The Grill retainers were welded into the front clip but still allow for the grills to be removed, this eliminated the need for the chrome surround reveals. The trunk lid incorporates a Draw Down Actuator Latch and Trunk Release Actuator from a Chrysler New Yorker, recessed license plate box and overhanging sheet metal work resembling a Turtle Back for the license plate light. The Turtle Back was fabricated by using the sheet metal from another Studebaker trunk lid to get the matching shape. I'll be using '52 tail light bezels to finish off the fender lines, which by the way, also match the shape of the Turtle Back. A Battery Box was placed within the right fender and is accessed through the trunk wall. The car will be void of bumpers, so a rear roll pan was fabricated starting with the shape of the original splash pan. Currently finishing up on a stainless fuel tank under the trunk floor, fits nicely between the rails and should hold approx. 16 gals. The filler spout is being worked into a hinged left taillight housing similar to the Chev's of the mid '50's. I hope you enjoy the photos of the final leg of my build. Darrell Lawrence, Barss Corner, NS, Canada
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