Projects Rockne '10' updated

Not sure what happened to the original tread I started? Last I saw there was a large amount of hits and people wanting updates as it progressed and now it's MIA SOOOO, I will start a new one and add the pictures from the beguiling to the present. PLEASE feel free to show your Rockne's here. Its nice to see the different styles and info that can be provided!

Here we go- 1932 Studebaker Rockne 10 Rumble seat car.

So far: traditional ford style front end to replace the mustang II that it came with when I got it ( I just couldn't find the parallel leafs that came stock appealing), Original Buick finned brake drums, 1963 Avanti R-3 supercharged motor (trying to keep her Studebaker as much as I can), lots of body work Lead of coarse (getting closer!) 32 Stude Dictator Oval shaped headlights, 37 Studebaker wig wag tail lights.

Things needed: Studebaker Banjo steering wheel, window garnish moldings, any early 32 bench seat, the bottom section of the rumble seat. Rockne center caps for the wheels. Radiator recommendations!

 

pretty cool!!

 

Great Project and I love those tail lights




Keep us updates, this has the makins of a cool car



moe


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what is the deal with the ass on that?? Looks like you are fixing it already.
I love the Stude motor, but I have a couple so i'm biased.
Not sure how those tail lights are going to look.

 

Lookin good, glad you fixed the swoop in the back and the license plate recess. I am in love with the enigine, can't wait to see her all put together.

 

The first pictures look like it was dragging a diaper full of shit. Glad you ditched that.

 

Your right! I was gaging when I saw that whatever it was hanging off the back side. Maybe the previous owner was going to use it as a street grader!? The plan on the lights is to cut a small daimeter hole just enough to fit the mounting shafts in about 8 to 12" up from the back which should make them shorter (about 1" below the lantern).

 

Have you figured out how to make the stop lights function on 12 Vs? I used to have an aftermarket one. Keep us updated.

 

Not there yet however It did come with the air valve fot the pair! I'll keep you posted

 

Looks great man,i think i have the passenger side garnish molding...let me know.

 

Wheres the Rockne s?........................

 

Those are the craziest taillights I've seen yet. Are they actually motorized to swing back and forth when signaling?

 

The lantern lights up and wags when you step on the brakes. I'll post a youtube clip of them when I finish.

 

That is some cool stuff right there. That Supercharged Avanti motor is the cats balls.

 

How about a update?

 

is this thing on?

 

knock...knock....anybody home?

 

Yep, inquiring minds want to know.....

 

Very cool!
Love me some Rocknes!

 

Patience my fellow Hambers, I'm in parts hunting mode at this time. We all know it's not so easy getting the right parts and with sping finally here in New England the swap meets are just starting up! I will update soon!

 

updates!

 

More Updates!!

 

Looking good,its been a while,i will give you a call to catch up....

 

Is that an original 304" R3 or built up 289 ? Nice engine..should run strong..

 

Love the car.

 

A few pictures of my Rocknes...

 

Mopar Jack, looks good after the humble beginnings.

 

Thanks,but the one i drive the other is a future project,it needs a lot...

 

Hay guys, Would any of you know where I could come up with a nice 3W Rockne windshield frame?
The Wizzard

 

Thats a hard item to find,i have a spare thats not in the best shape,it would be better for parts,i will ask a few of my Rockne buddys and get back with ya...