Welcome Pontiac Flathead Fans

Peter Gariepy · December 13th, 2007

This sub-forum is specifically for people interested in Pontiac's from 1926-1954.

They have a supporting region in http://www.poci.org, they can be found at www.earlytimeschapter.org.

ENJOY!

50s cars · December 17th, 2007

I'm honored that you are having us. I hope we add even more to this site.

T Square · December 19th, 2008

Hi guys:
I'm new to this, in fact I'm new to the whole web car owners thing, but here goes, treat me gently.
I have a '50 Pontiac 4 door Sedan (post?) It says Silver8Streak on the front fenders, it has the flathead 8 that runs like a top at about 600 rpm. It's all original, a bit beat-up but very restorable. The headliner is all intact but if you touch it, it rips (very fragile). It was originally kind of a creamy yellow-white but I have stripped it to the bare metal. A little cancer around the rear wheelwells but not bad (fixable). The radio trim on the dash says 'Chieftain'. Both tail lights are a bit pushed-in but I'll pull them out, I have new lenses & bezels. The chrome bright work is all slightly pitted. The indian on the hood is the plastic amber one with the light in it. I've seen some that are chrome, I'm still getting into the whole model thing. Oh, and it's a notch-back. I have taken the paint off the radiator tank and polished it up and I think the bright brass is attractive.
Next time I'll put is a couple of pics if I can figure out how to do it.

JPT · February 10th, 2009

HELLO I'M NEW AS WELL BEEN LOOKING FOR INFO FOR A LONG TIME HAVE ALREADY LEARNED ALOT I ALSO HAVE A 50 MODEL THAT SAYS SILVER 8 STREAK ON THE SIDE I AM RESTORING,THE FIREWALL TAG SAYS STYLE 50-25690, BODY 8113, TRIM 71, PAINT 10 I HAVE LEARNED WHAT THE TRIM,PAINT FOR MY CAR IS NOT SURE ABOUT THE STYLE AND BODY IS I AM ALREADY IN TEAR DOWN I HAVE EVERYTHING STRIPPED AND CAN'T FIND MUCH, IT WAS PURCHASED NEW IN KS. AND NOW IS IN NC.ANY HELP WOULD BE APRECIATED THANKS,JERRY.

Greg L. Crosby · March 28th, 2009

not good at computers but try. I have a 1933 roadster. I need to gather as much info as I can and would enjoy networking with 1933 owners. The particular info I would like to find is rear differential ratios and interchange possibilities. My car drives well but needs to lower the engine rpms. Thanks for help.

Tinindian · March 29th, 2009

Stop thinking the word (Post) and Silver streak. All post means in the modern venacular is sedan rather than hardtop (no post). Why not just use the original manufacturers words. Silver streak was only a trim piece and advertising used to accentuate the single and later double waterfall style chrome streaks on the hood and trunk. An 8 cylinder 4 door sedan Pontiac would be a 2769. The model is Chieftian. When you are on the road you will have one great car.
The 50 Pontiac is my third choice of a car, 34 would be second and first choice has been my daily driver for 49 3/4 years.

Jim Dowgin · April 14th, 2009

If anyone on this page is interested, I have a 1947 Pontiac 4 door sedan that has 50,000 original miles on a straight 6 with 3 speed on the column. The car is disassembled because I was starting a restoration but got sidetracked on other projects.Other than surface rust there is no rot. The engine ran great just before I took the car apart. The car has been in storage in a barn since the 1960's. I am in New jersey and would like to sell the car for $1000. I can be contacted at 908-217-6899.

bshepherd · May 4th, 2009

hi me and my buddy just brought home a 1940 coupe, havent even got it in the garage yet. lookin for info on the engine and also some pics and or measurements of the front crossmember that the control arms attatch to, it was sittin on the ground and I need to rebiuld it any herlp is greatly appreciated

fuse · August 13th, 2009

Hello Im looking for info about my 1950 cheftian L8 flathead.
I,m located in Sweden but will go to the states in sept for a partstrip.
first Q; as the body is a GM A-body will the chassi parts like front end bushings and links fit from the chevrolet 50.
sec Q; any tip about good shops for engine parts in the CA area.
third Q; when I'm restoring the engine can I upgrade with parts for a 54 flathead for better horsepower.

If anyone have some quick answers for me I be glad.
Micke L

keiser31 · August 13th, 2009

Quote:

Originally Posted by fuse

Hello Im looking for info about my 1950 cheftian L8 flathead.
I,m located in Sweden but will go to the states in sept for a partstrip.
first Q; as the body is a GM A-body will the chassi parts like front end bushings and links fit from the chevrolet 50.
sec Q; any tip about good shops for engine parts in the CA area.
third Q; when I'm restoring the engine can I upgrade with parts for a 54 flathead for better horsepower.

If anyone have some quick answers for me I be glad.
Micke L

You might try EGGE Machine if you are in the Los Angeles area. They are in Santa Fe Springs/Norwalk area. They have a website www.egge.com

They may have engine parts for your car.