Welcome to the Nostalgic Motor Cars Technical Library. For nearly 50 years, my only full-time job has been the service and preservation of 1963-1985 Avantis. These articles are compiled from my personal experience and original Studebaker factory blueprints to help you maintain the safety, value, and authenticity of your car.
Are Your Avanti Wheels Safe to Drive?
Are you still driving on the original 5-inch narrow steel wheels or the 1980s factory black mesh aluminum wheels? In this urgent technical report, Dan Booth exposes two major safety hazards that most Avanti owners and mechanics are completely unaware of.