From Justin (The guy driving cross country in a 55)  Looks like he
has a blast, even with troubles.

"After 3 trouble free days of driving I have arrived in Indianapolis to
see my big brother and family. I hate to say it but the trip lost a lot
of its excitment after the trouble ended. The last fascinating
distraction was in Lebanon Missouri where we visited with Les Schmidt.
He is a wonderful friendly and knowledgeable fan of Studebakers with
more parts than I think could be found in South Bend in the 60s.

I am surprised that the miles since then have been so trouble free. The
car still bucks and I am resigned to some valve work when I get home,
but the car gets where it is pointed and starts dependably every time. A
new clunk developed today somewhere in the driveline as if the back of
the car is acknlowledging the buck in the front. I'll check the u-joints
and rear end for adequate lube, but anything else will wait till I am home.

Part of the loss of excitement is from knowing that the adventure is
almost over. I would do this trip again and again. The places I have
seen are all memorable, but the people along the way have been the best
the country could offer. If I had a car shipped from west to east it
would have been faster and cheaper, but all I'd have then is a car in a
garage needing more work than I expected. Now I have great memories and
an education in car stuff I never thought I could have handled on the road.

I am going to try and put this all on paper and look forward to
reviewing all the pictures and receipts to recapture every moment of the
wonderful journey. I am going to miss the experience once it is over.

I feel stupid saying thank you over and over because it is so inadequate
and I don't know how to express my gratitude and fondness to all who
gave this expedition the least attention. It has been more than I ever
imagined the experience could be, and I am humbled by the spirit and
good fellowship I found.

Justin"