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Thanks, John.
After some searching, I do believe it is a '65 Electra ornament. I've informed the seller.
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Saw this on eBay advertised as for a 1965 Skylark. I know that is not correct.
Can anyone help me identify it, please?
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On 1/20/2024 at 3:10 PM, B Jake Moran said:
Roger
please note the threads you are responding to are years old.
It's been a while since Mr. Farrington has been online here. Last date of being on the forum was May 2, 2022.
I love the body style of the sedanette. Loren@65GS.com
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Still on the hunt.
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Email sent with tracking number.
Thank you,
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Hood ornament is SOLD.
Thank you Tx 65 Skylark,
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Email sent, payment received.
Hood ornament will go out today.
Thank you,
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It is available.
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I will check to be sure it is still available.
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In your first post, you stated that the horn relay clicked. That would be a sign that the relay is good. The relay doesn't "step down" the voltage. In fact, it should allow full battery or charging voltage, less tenths of a volt, pass through the relay from the attached battery cable on the terminal at the bottom of the relay to the green wire terminal. The black wire terminal as you are referring to, is a ground that activates the relay. That black wire goes up to the horn bar. When the horn bar is pushed, the relay is grounded and activated.
As been previously stated in another reply, simply check for power at the wire connection at the horn. I like to use a test light rather than a volt/ohm meter when tracking down a problem. If you have power at the horn connection when you press the horn bar, the circuit is fine. Now you have either bad ground at the horn or somewhere in the sheet metal. Or the horns themselves are bad. And as previously stated, the horns can be tested by adding 12 volts to the terminal and grounding the body of the horn. It should sound. If it doesn't sound, the horn is bad. The horn is simply a vibrating electro-magnet. The internals can corrode, and then it can't vibrate.
Best of luck with finding your solution,
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17 hours ago, RivNut said:
I’m aware of that, but who else does seat belt restorations?
I have four nice 1964 Brownline buckles, and I can find anchors, so who does rewebbing that is certified?
A quick internet search showed a couple of others, Python Restoration and Seatbelt Planet. There may be others as well.
I have done my own but am not certified. It requires an industrial sewing machine using the correct thread weight and stitch pattern. This is something that you can't do with a home sewing machine.
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Here you go. This may help you in finding the location of the code. This was posted by RivNut previously.
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The engine codes are on the block at the front of the valley pan right behind the crossover pipe that has the thermostat. On horizontal surface on the passenger side is the engine code. Should be three numbers and two letters. The letters are the engine code. Could be "LT", "LW" or "LX". The "LT" is a 401. The "LW" is a 425 with single four carb. The "X" is a 425 with dual quad.
On the driver side of the same surface is the VIN number which would match the cars VIN, if engine is original.
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4 hours ago, RivNut said:
Ssnake-Oyl is the seat belt restoration company.
Be prepared for the cost with Snake-Oyl.
14 hours ago, 65VerdeGS said:What's the best way to polish out fine scratches from chromed seat belt buckles?
Here's a pic of one of the seat belt buckles in my '65:
What polish and technique should I use to remove those fine scratches?
Are these buckles made of stainless steel? Or are they chromed (regular) steel?
Does anyone sell reproduction red Fisher Body carriage emblems that go on the latch portion of the buckle?
Thanks for your tips and suggestions!
If careful, could be buffed out. They are plated steel. New correct webbing is available, but the buckle needs to be disassembled to replace it.
New red carriage emblems are also available. I've gotten them from The Parts Place. OPGI may also have them since both are now owned by the same company.
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17 hours ago, RivNut said:
Guess I’ll have to deal with press on radio knobs.
I installed an aftermarket stereo in my then new '83 full size Blazer. I wanted it to look factory by using the original knobs. I modified the shafts of the aftermarket radio by filing them to fit the original knobs.
Worked out quite well.
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3 hours ago, Turbinator said:
I bought it. I have some holes to cut, but not for air filters. Looks like a good design and well made. Probably not as good as the the tried and true string with a pencil on one end and center point on the other for the radius.
Turbinator
I've used one of those tools many, many times while installing duct work for heating and air conditioning. Be careful on the hole adjustment to get a correct size. Also need to be cautious as you finish the last 2-3 inches of the cut as it is easy to make the hole out of round because you are pivoting on a center point that is slowly going to move. Practice makes perfect.
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The original question of this thread was regarding the '65 Skylark. I hesitate to attempt an answer to yor question as I am not familiar with the '67 Riviera.
Possibly someone with knowledge of the '67 Riviera will answer.
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I am excited to announce the nominations and award of an AACA [Antique Automobile Club of America] National award.
Not one but TWO of our fellow Gran Sport owner's cars have been nominated for an AACA National award.
Our often-overlooked Buicks are finally being recognized, thanks to the efforts of their owners. Both Brian Stone and Chuck Miller have restored fantastic examples of '65 Gran Sports.
The AACA created an award category to recognize the best cars and restorations of the current year show season. This is called the "AACA National Awards".
A separate judging team walks the show field at each AACA event, looking at the cars entered and then select a small number of cars to nominate as the best example in that show for a National Award.
Approximately 3000 vehicles are entered in AACA shows and tours each year. Of those, about 275-300 may be selected for a National Award nomination. Of those, about 75 will be selected for the achievement of winning a National Award. The cars are selected for specific categories, depending on the era of the vehicle.
This year, 2023, two of our fellow Gran Sport owners and forum members, were nominated - Brian Stone and Chuck Miller.
Brian's car was at the Charlotte, NC meet, Chuck's was at the AACA Grand National meet in Bettendorf, IA.
Both Brian and Chuck received letters of their selection in October, after the AACA meet in Hershey, PA. The judging team then meets in early December to decide the winners. The nominees are directed to present two photos of their car, views of a 3/4 front and a 3/4 rear. That's all the judges have to work with along with the judging score sheet.
Brian's car was not selected this year. If you are showing in AACA, it is possible to be nominated more than once if you continue to get your car out for further shows.
Chuck Miller was selected for a National Award. He will be receiving this prestigious award February 10, 2024, at the AACA National Awards Banquet in Chantilly, VA.
A very big CONGRATULATIONS! to both Brian and Chuck on their accomplishments.
Loren
I would also like to thank Mark Ascher for his help in preparing this announcement.
Brian Stone's red hard top Gran Sport and Chuck Miller's Verde Green convertible Gran Sport.
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On 12/5/2023 at 3:01 PM, Deadpurpledog said:
As. . .really good to know. Do you have recommendations. . . .especially in Las Vegas? Also, can the “balls” simply be pulled out?
Not sure what your car is. but on '64-'65 Skylarks it isn't too difficult. The outer vent balls are removed by removing the one screw in the ball housing and pulling the assembly out. Need to be careful when pulling the assembly out because it attached to a flexible duct and the duct may not be long enough to get the duct removed from the housing. If not, it will require much more work in taking the glove box and dash apart. Once you have the vent assembly accessed, there is a set screw that needs to be loosened so the assembly can be separated gaining access to the ball itself. This would be a good time to replace the felt strips that the ball moves on.
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I am excited to announce the nominations and award of an AACA [Antique Automobile Club of America] National award.
Not one but TWO of our fellow Skylark Gran Sport owner's cars have been nominated for an AACA National award.
Our often-overlooked Buicks are finally being recognized, thanks to the efforts of their owners. Both Brian Stone and Chuck Miller have restored fantastic examples of '65 Skylark Gran Sports.
The AACA created an award category to recognize the best cars and restorations of the current year show season. This is called the "AACA National Awards".
A separate judging team walks the show field at each AACA event, looking at the cars entered and then select a small number of cars to nominate as the best example in that show for a National Award.
Approximately 3000 vehicles are entered in AACA shows and tours each year. Of those, about 275-300 may be selected for a National Award nomination. Of those, about 75 will be selected for the achievement of winning a National Award. The cars are selected for specific categories, depending on the era of the vehicle.
This year, 2023, two of our fellow Gran Sport owners and forum members, were nominated - Brian Stone and Chuck Miller.
Brian's car was at the Charlotte, NC meet, Chuck's was at the AACA Grand National meet in Bettendorf, IA.
Both Brian and Chuck received letters of their selection in October, after the AACA meet in Hershey, PA. The judging team then meets in early December to decide the winners. The nominees are directed to present two photos of their car, views of a 3/4 front and a 3/4 rear. That's all the judges have to work with along with the judging score sheet.
Brian's car was not selected this year. If you are showing in AACA, it is possible to be nominated more than once if you continue to get your car out for further shows.
Chuck Miller was selected for a National Award. He will be receiving this prestigious award February 10, 2024, at the AACA National Awards Banquet in Chantilly, VA.
A very big CONGRATULATIONS! to both Brian and Chuck on their accomplishments.I would also like to thank Mark Ascher for his assistance in preparing this announcement.
Loren@65GS.comBrian's red hardtop and Chuck's Verde green convertible
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Yes, plastic can be refinished. It is a different process called vacuum metalizing.
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Have all the parts finally.
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I looked some more yesterday but not able to find it.
Sorry,
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I think I may still have this. I will look some more tomorrow. I started looking today but didn't come across it.
Loren
2024 BCA National Meet dates
in Buick - Meets & Tours
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Not sure if this is the right place for this.
Just a heads up that CARS Inc. will be attending the meet in Strongsville. If you are interested in placing an order ahead of time, it can be delivered to the meet and save the shipping cost.
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