807 Comments for Studebaker Stamping Plant

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i think it would be "die" as in a metal cutting die
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Johnnsy--I think 'dye' is meant for coloring...but since this is an auto factory, I think die, in this sense, would be as in die-cast, or casting metal. (although, that message could be taken the other way...Go there to prepare...)
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shouldn't that be spelt 'dye'? not die as in death.
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Factory windows
random broken panes like a
industrial grin
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"Attention, clean up in aisle four please"
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America has the biggest pile of disused shit ever. top pic man
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Be nice if I can get ahold of one of those..
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I'm told Studebaker engines were sold as industrial engines under the "Onan" brand. These could be sold for pump engines,etc. Anybody know for sure?
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AMG (American General) made buses. That would explain the bus that shows up in one of these pictures. Thanks for solving the mystery.
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Thease engines were from the rebuild program and was done by AMG.They were sold scrap most went to one guy who sold them for 300-400 each.I know I had some(6).I know where some are but not for sale
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Funny how something so old and decrepit can become a beautiful photograph.
You know, the colors and all...
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Ugly and depressing, maybe. But a cool part of this towns history.
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Great photos! I live in South Bend and pass by Studebaker everyday, and have my entire life.. Very interesting to see how in some spots time has seemed to stand still. Love all of your work, makes me want to get out there and shoot a couple rolls myself today. Thanks for the inspiration. On a dreary day like today I'm so glad I stumbled on your site!
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These are Continental diesels, I think, that were removed from M35 A1 2-1/2 ton army cargo trucks. There was a massive army truck rebuilding program in the early '90s that was carried out in another ex-Studebaker plant building nearby (Chippewa Ave). These engines may have come out of those trucks, but who knows? I am sure they must have some value, at least for parts. The building they are in is the ex-Studebaker foundry. This building is going to eventually be acquired and demolished by the City of South Bend but they have not acquired it yet as far as i know. This building probably will be around for another couple years or so.
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Seems to be missing the upper ram plate as well. Poor old thing!