Wilf Sedanet Posted August 12, 2015 Share Posted August 12, 2015 I understand, and I'm really no purist (I will do the Scarebird swap along the way too) so it wasn't to attack you in any way. My love for American cars started through the sound of a V8 and the L8 is really, REALLY thirsty in combination with the DynaSludge (and of course really slow) but as long as it will run nicely I'll keep the L8 anyway - because it's such an oddball engine nowadays. Then again, my Buick will never be a daily since that would be too expensive and dangerous (thieves & car haters).I really enjoy this topic and it inspires me for future upgrades maybe. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted August 13, 2015 Share Posted August 13, 2015 (edited) I understand, and I'm really no purist (I will do the Scarebird swap along the way too) so it wasn't to attack you in any way. My love for American cars started through the sound of a V8 and the L8 is really, REALLY thirsty in combination with the DynaSludge (and of course really slow) but as long as it will run nicely I'll keep the L8 anyway - because it's such an oddball engine nowadays. Then again, my Buick will never be a daily since that would be too expensive and dangerous (thieves & car haters).I really enjoy this topic and it inspires me for future upgrades maybe. didn't think you were attacking... just curious and asking! (i'm hoping my answer didn't sound defensive... lol, i was just explaining where I was coming from!) I also hear you on the engine/trans... If I ever get another vehicle of the same era, thinking here of a '56 or '57 Riviera/Roadmaster.... I will keep that as original as there is something phenomenally cool about driving a car from the past, on today's roads with all it's original components in tact. Edited August 13, 2015 by 1950_Buick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airy Cat Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 You don't need a power brake booster for the disc brake setup? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted August 20, 2015 Share Posted August 20, 2015 Nope... ran the factory setup. Ran fine, didn't dip in the front end when braking. I know there are some comments on the forums that you need to - not so! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted August 26, 2015 Share Posted August 26, 2015 Not a whole lot new but wasn't happy with the plates with the 4-link so reworked it to something more durable....Still have to shorten the 9" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 The front end is starting to come together... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 some more progress on the front end... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Nice layout. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 That is precisely the reason I don't post photos of my welding! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 Oh come on, let us see your BUBBLE GUM globs, heheDale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 15, 2015 Share Posted September 15, 2015 (edited) Nice layout. That is precisely the reason I don't post photos of my welding! Oh come on, let us see your BUBBLE GUM globs, heheDale in Indy Thanks. I wish I could take credit for it but it's my son's buddy who is a great fabricator, that's why we're using him... a man has got to know his limitations! Edited September 15, 2015 by 1950_Buick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 20, 2015 Share Posted September 20, 2015 (edited) Body temporarily back on the frame for final measurements/mock ups... Edited September 20, 2015 by 1950_Buick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 20, 2015 Share Posted September 20, 2015 Looks like the 5 gallon air tanks will fit nicely under the body ... one on each side... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 20, 2015 Share Posted September 20, 2015 (edited) Engine and Trans checking out their new home.... Edited September 20, 2015 by 1950_Buick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 looking up... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 Bags in, shock mounts in place... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 A couple of shots from the back... air tanks in place, had to cut and sleeve the hoop for proper clearance...also have to replace the truck oil pan for a lower clearance one Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted September 22, 2015 Share Posted September 22, 2015 3 1/2 inches need to be cut from the left side of the 9" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 work has been on a bit of a hiatus lately, but here's a couple more pics... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 Temporarily moving locations with some oddball wheels, however liking the lowered look - this is the bags at their highest clearance... this thing is going to sit nice and low! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LONG Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 shoot, I'll follow here too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 No real work has happened lately, but had to post some pics of my "not so sexy" wheels as we moved the car back to the shop to get back at it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted December 8, 2015 Share Posted December 8, 2015 Well the latest progress took a little longer than anticipated.Took the rear end into Currie and we discovered that the 9" had previously exploded and had weakened the internal seams and felt it best to scrap the housing for a new one so there would be no bending/flexing.The guys over there did some great work, new 35 spline axles, rewelded my 4-link & bag brackets and mounted my wildwood setup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 well... I wasn't planning on getting this until later in the build, but was offered a great deal on a used Accuair E-Level air management system that I couldn't pass up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted December 11, 2015 Share Posted December 11, 2015 well... I wasn't planning on getting this until later in the build, but was offered a great deal on a used Accuair E-Level air management system that I couldn't pass up.Who said that modifying is easier than restoring? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted December 28, 2016 Share Posted December 28, 2016 Well time to get back to work on this after letting it sit for a year. (opening our shop and getting it going took priority over personal projects) (https://www.facebook.com/3rdShiftMotorsports/) With that in mind, Fedex just dropped off some nice shiny jewelry today from Silicon Intakes.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted January 3, 2017 Share Posted January 3, 2017 (edited) Just picked up a column shift, tilt steering column from a local retired guy who refurbishes and rewires them for a hobby. He's done some nice work and at $200 saved me about $500 over buying an Ididit column! Edited January 3, 2017 by 1950_Buick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted January 4, 2017 Share Posted January 4, 2017 Took advantage of Painless Performance's year end $150 rebate promo and picked up their customized GM 28 Circuit Chassis Harness. They aren't kidding that this is "painless", gotta love the fact they even label the wires! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 Gas tank installed. Will be making some modifications to this and adding a fuel reserve tank and a couple of aeromotive a1000's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 and a little progress on the pipework... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 1950_Buick Posted January 19, 2017 Share Posted January 19, 2017 Progess has slowed a bit, (busy at work) but just got my engine harness and ecu back from a guy that customizes a stand alone - he did a great job, not sure if you can see the details in the pic, but I highly recommend him, his link on ebay is http://www.ebay.com/itm/252448487636...%3AMEBIDX%3AIT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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