Do you have a question about the Studebaker Golden Hawk 1956 and is the answer not in the manual?
Details on serial and body numbers, VIN plates, and their locations on the car.
Explains the body number system, including the model and body style breakdown.
Information on engine number assignment, stamping location, and differences for manual/automatic transmissions.
Details Packard V8 engine specifications and models used in various Studebaker and Packard cars.
Specific engine details for the 1956 Golden Hawk, including V8, horsepower, and carburetor.
Details the various decals found in the engine compartment and their correct placement.
Describes the correct attachment and adjustment of the accelerator return spring mechanism.
Details the routing and common locations for the battery ground cable connection.
Explains paint color variations for fender aprons and firewall based on factory location.
Describes the factory order number markings on the firewall and their assembly line purpose.
Explains the two types of power steering pumps used and their identification features.
Details the standard 3-speed manual transmission, its supplier, and overdrive features.
Describes the optional Ultramatic automatic transmission, its selector dial, and gear ratios.
Explains the standard aluminum valve covers, their part numbers, and decal details.
Describes the sculptured scallop indentation on the door skin and its evolution.
Explains the introduction timeline and placement of the "STUDEBAKER" fender script and V-8 emblem.
Details the three styles of wheelcovers offered and their availability during the model run.
Describes the hood ornament pod, its dimensions, and changes in later models.
Describes the large back window upper reveal moulding (crown moulding) and its specific use on the Golden Hawk.
Outlines the three paint schemes used, including solid, early two-tone, and late two-tone variations.
Displays samples of the solid paint colors available for the 1956 Studebaker models.
Explains the fiberglass rear fender fin, its exclusive use on the 1956 Golden Hawk, and its relation to the moulding.
Details the trunk lid design, emblem, and the availability of chrome vs. gold "Golden Hawk" script.
Specifies the paint color for wheels, tire size, whitewall width, and ply rating.
Covers the painted instrument board and vinyl safety pad, and introduces the gauges.
Details the Stewart Warner gauges, noting the unique vacuum gauge for the 1956 model.
Specifies the 160 MPH Stewart Warner speedometer used on the Golden Hawk.
Explains the ignition switch positions and their functions for controlling vehicle circuits.
Explains the power seat option, mechanism control, mounting tracks, and related relay switch.
Describes the standard Kidd Grain vinyl with Silver Spire cloth inserts and optional all vinyl upholstery.
Provides detailed charts of seat upholstery color and fabric combinations for single and two-tone cars.
Describes the white steering wheel, its part number, horn ring, and the gold horn button emblem.
Explains the unique Ultramatic transmission selector dial and its position indicators.
Details the power window option, switch locations, and the related relay switch.
Lists the solid paint colors available for the 1956 Studebaker models, including Golden Hawk specific colors.
Provides detailed charts of seat upholstery color and fabric combinations for single and two-tone cars.
An equipment list taken from original production orders, detailing accessory counts by factory location.
Statistics on paint code usage derived from original production orders, showing quantities by factory.
| Brand | Studebaker |
|---|---|
| Model | Golden Hawk 1956 |
| Category | Automobile |
| Language | English |