jackofalltrades70

Any help here? Has anyone had their manual tranny out of their 46-48 Buick?

Btt

Does anyone have a manual for these manual 3 speed gm transmisions? I was having a terrible time with 2nd gear grinding and not going into gear. The Buick shop manual doesn’t go far enough in detail. I am worried about the space seen in the picture below.

If 41roadmaster doesn’t have, send me a pm and will drop one in the mail for cost of postage. Matt

That’s one way to keep the hay from blowing off the trailer!

Winter of 86’. Peoria,Illinois. Inhad had my license 3 months and my ride was a 69’ Mustang. Posi rear end and 302 with a 3 speed on the floor. Never stuck. Intentionally slipped and slid, of course! Two years later had a 72’ Ford Bronco lifted with 38” tires. That my friends, was too much fun!

Forum user eb3bzk is the gentleman who is restoring the car in Spain. He doesn’t frequent the forum much, I don’t believe. Matt

The OP is not the owner, just posting a link to a car for sale. We are not supposed to comment negatively about cars posted for sale by owner on the forum. But, since it is an evilbay ad, we can bash the car, comment negatively about the price and how poorly or how well their description is written. IMHO, a lot of the details should have been addresssed before listing the car. Pure lazyness! Matt

In 2016, the Buick Club of America had their 50th anniversary at the complex. Was an incredible time. Mr. Bulgari is very appreciative of the American automobile and its history. It is great that he goes out of his way to save and share all of these great cars from so many years and brands. Nice video Matt

Still in Barcelona on our last day of vacation

Some may or may not have known that my family was blessed with spending the New Year in Barcelona. Here are some pictures. There was a Circus in town and almost all of their vehicles were older Mercedes trucks and the like. Also captured some pictures of some Correos (Mail) and Telegrafos (telegraph) bikes inside their post office. Was only one car club that had a small museum of their own cars and I was not able to get there during their operating hours. Enjoy Matt

PennDutch Restorations in PA would be a good place to call. Ask for Jeff Hammers. He frequents the chat board also. Restorer32 is his forum name. ‭1 (717) 515-8617‬ Matt

Merry Christmas from a 47’ Buick convertible fanatic. May you have a Happy and successful New Year.

Work, work, work.......and then 2nd gear started clashing a little shifting, then it wouldn not stay in second gear. So, I only had her out a few times, shifting from 1st to 3rd. Then, I put her away on jack stands in the garage until tonight. This time change really sat hard on me. I have had trouble staying awake in the evenings. So, I rested all weekend and tonight after work, I started removing the rear. Removed both tires and panhard bar bracket on driver side, after breaking the stud off. I just put this stuff together a couple years ago..........anyways, both shock links are apart, I unbolted the springs from the rear. Now, just have to unbolt the trailing arms and the torque tube and out comes the rear. I have a set of gears ,(thanks fr. Buick) to change out in the rear whilst it is out of the way for transmission removal. The gears are from a 54’ and should make highway travel more bearable to the ears. Once the rear is out, I will pull the tranny and check out this second gear problem. I will also be checking out the clutch and pressure plate/rear engine seal and front seal on the tranny. Glad it is winter and not driving time. Also need to get the hydraulic pump rebuilt and put back in. Then I can finish up the windows, seals and convertible top cylinders Matt

Getting rid of some of my extras. Here is a passenger side window switch with bezel for 47-48 Buick convertibles. The bezel is rusty and needs to be replated. The switch should have the contacts cleaned up. Priced accordingly. $100.00 plus shipping Thanks for looking Contact me with any questions Matt

I have both cars. A 47’ 76c and a 48’ 76c and both are the same length. My 48’ needs quite a bit of rust repair, but I have panels to repair. The car is for sale and is mostly complete.

I know of a 46 76c being restored in Spain. Not sure if is an export or if it was brought in later. Matt

James, It was really nice visiting with you and your wife today. It was a pleasure to make your acquaintance and look forward to visiting and getting about more the next time you are in town. Sorry the garage was in such a shambles. Seems like there is never enough time to finish one thing before I have started on two or three other things. Have a Happy holiday season and safe travels Matt

I know it is almost over, but the BEST of wishes to my Buick family on this wonderful day of THANKS! I am thankful for all of you! Matt Whitaker

Mike Middleton For countless hours on the phone conversing about my 56’ when I was working towards having a good daily driver while I finished my convertible. Also for gifting a windahield wiper jar assembly for the same car. Thanks my friend Matt

Willie Pittman for all of his wise words of wisdom and vast knowledge of Buicks. Matt

Mike Stemen For help with contacts, finding a few parts and coutless tips on restoring my car. thanks Matt

Paul Girard, For all of the help and ideas restoring my convertible. For taking time out of the day to entertain me and take me for a ride in his Buickful convertible. For selling me his extra door panels and lightly used interior kit for my 48’ convert project. For the “surprise” visit to my garage one afternoon. (He lives 4.5 hours or so away). Just to say hi! Thanks my friend Matt

Brian DePouli, For helping me get literature and New Member materials when I was stuck in a pinch before a car show. For several good conversations, in person and over the phone. For details on an area of North Carolina when I was interviewing for a job in the area. Thanks my friend Matt

John DeFiore for being a friend to chat with, motivate me when I was stuck in a rut restoring my convertible. For the nice family outings at Brooks BBQ and for travelling together to the BCA meet in Allentown. Thanks my friend! Matt