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Something about that ENGINE looks a tad DIFFERENT? Same for the hood ornament Dale in Indy

I would just put a wrench on the nut and LEARN if it's R or L. Then you can mark your records. I wish you well, Dale in Indy

and these posts tell the STORY as to WHY pot metal is NOT something chrome shops like to see coming in their front door. Truth being told, POT METAL is not a good base for chrome. Look at the NOS pieces that even in a wrapper away from the elements still develops pits. I have seen pieces DIPPED, and nothing of value was left. Dale in Indy

Well, the shop here in Indy that I have seen HOT TANK blocks, DOES use a special cleaner, and it DOES get SUPER HOT. When they open the door, steam ROLLS out. I would assume such is norm. Dale in Indy

I like to use STAR washers at my grounding points, they embed themselves thus helping make good contact, IMO. I like EXTERNAL washers, more points to bite in and grip. Dale in Indy, HOME OF THE SUPER BOWL. OUR DOWNTOWN IS A BEAUTIFUL PLACE, WE EXPECT GREAT FAN REVIEWS. EVERYTHING IS WITHIN A FEW BLOCKS, AND MANY COVERED PATH WAYS.

Great body style, great colors too. The stance is perfect. I bet it gets tons of looks. Would be interested in just how original it is, and what have you done to it since you purchased it. Love to hear the history, and bits and pieces. Welcome, Dale in Indy

Every chrome shop I have talked to over the years has said the same thing. You have to grind the chrome off of pot metal, and that's where you lose the detail. Sure they can put it back with lots of copper and nickel coats, and sanding/filing, but like Bill said, IT'S EXPENSIVE, it takes lots of time, and that's money. Take for example a 41 grill center piece, Lots of detail there, and you tell me how you will remove the old chrome without losing some of the sharp edges, and impressions? I have seen several center sections, and compared to an original, well you can see and feel the difference. The nice thing about pot metal, it allowed for intricate pieces, but over time we all know that pitting occurs, and there lies the problem. Dale in Indy

When you were bleeding the brakes, did fluid flow with a forceful steam? I sounds like some of the wheels aren't getting fluid. On gravel or dirt can you LOCK up the wheels, have someone watch and see if ALL wheels are locking up. I don't recall reading that you replaced the brake lines? Dale in Indy

I'm sure you are aware that POT metal is very difficult to deal with. If the piece has any detail, well, often it is either lost of reduced in definition. Most shops are doing their very best, NOT, TO DEAL WITH IT. I have heard for example that a 41 grill can run as much as $2,000.00. I wish you well, Dale in Indy

Have you checked with TANK'S INCORP? Dale in Indy

shadetree77, YES you can clear coat. Goggle " 1 SHOT PAINTS, CAN I CLEAR COAT", you will find directions there. Basically you want to make sure the 1-shot is dry, more than 8 hours, the spray a couple LIGHT coats of clear, let dry per instructions, then a wet coat. You will LOVE 1 SHOT paints. Dale in Indy

roguewave, I purchased my 46 4-door recently too, and it is a driver, but needs some brake work before I plan on taking off in it. Mine is a Road Master. At present it is in my enclosed second garage, and when spring arrives I will really check it out. So far I have been very happy with what I have found in looking it over. Good for you, I wish you well, for sure. Dale in Indy

Yep, all those mods helped, but the gear change probably the most. What was the gear, and what is it NOW? Dale in Indy

So what do YOU think it's worth, you as owner? We all know it ONLY TAKES ONE PERSON TO BUY IT, so finding that person is the fun/hard part. BEEN THERE, DONE THAT. It's NOT like when I closed our hardware store, and had a couple hundred thousand dollars worth of stuff to sell. LOL, True story though. Dale in Indy

It's CRUISE CONTROL, LOL. I remember it, but too don't recall what it is, we will have a TEACHABLE MOMENT, without a TELEPROMPTER. hehehe Dale in Indy

You should look into using "1-SHOT" paints. Sign painters have used this FOREVER, and it holds up in the weather very well. I RATTLE can paint a lot, TESTING IS THE ONLY WAY TO KNOW WHAT WORKS ON TOP OF PRODUCTS, and when you can SECOND COAT. I don't buy any paints that don't say, RECOAT ANYTIME. I have found even if you wait the 48 to 72 hours as stated on many paints, to recoat, well even then often the 2nd. coat reacts. I always spray a scrap, then use it as my test piece. "1-SHOT" paints are sold in ART SUPPLY STORES, and many HOBBY STORES. You will like their products, Dale in Indy P.S. When spraying CLEARS over your color, I have found you do NOT want to WET COAT THE FIRST COAT, it will tend to soften the first coat. I try to give the first 2-3 coats of clear just a dusting, let that dry a bit then a wet coat. IMO

Matt, I have to laugh at your statement about being TERRIFIED thinking maybe you DIDN'T have a Century. Funny now, NOT THEN, HUH? Dale in Indy

wildcat70, I live across the road from Geist Lake, just a couple miles from I-69 - I-465 exchange. Thank You for your service to our GREAT COUNTRY, for sure! Dale in Indy

IMO the 41 Buick had lots of improvements, and very well engineered. With the inboard running boards, and lower body design, they just have great appeal, again, IMO. The Sedanette has such nice lines. A Century would really be my choice. I wish you well, Dale in Indy

This is NOT a smart a_ _ comment. You stated it was a barn find, the condition of the car to me looks like it was PARKED in a barn, NOT stored there for years and years, like most barn finds. Almost all barn finds I have come in contact with had lots of bird droppings, mice problems, very dirty, and hadn't been driven in years. Would that be a reasonable assumption? I happy for you, and the Buick, Dale in Indy

Hey, if you are happy, I AM TOOOOOOO! My shop gets out of shop, OFTEN, so doesn't always mean POOR WORK QUALITY. I wish you well, Dale in In Indy

I have a 41 Limited, seen under 'ME and MY BUICK'. "41 Limited custom, still building". It is up and running, just have the windshield out at present. Love my car, Love YOURS TOOOOOOOO! Dale in Indy 1946 Road Master just purchased, driver, stock.

Grant, if I may ask................WHAT IN YOUR OPINION DOES "PRETTY GOOD" mean? Pretty good to me means, FAIR TO SOMEWHAT GOOD. Were there some quality issues? Thank You, Dale in Indy

Dad was the general manager for Corn Belt Motors a Buick dealership in Bloomington, IL., and in the 40's, and a fellow in town offered workers rides from Bloomington to the Caterpillar plant in Peoria, and I remember Dad talking about servicing his Buick bus/limo. I saw it a few times in the mid 40's, and recall it looked like this one. One door so passengers didn't step out into the traffic? Interesting find, lots of work, but, HEY, it would be fun, FUN IS GOOD. I hope you decide to purchase it. Dale in Indy

Great video, I wonder how pricey they are? Dale in Indy