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Well, since the front sheet metal is all off, I decided to remove all of the undercoating all over the inner fenders. I got all of it off and put a first coat of POR15 on the one side. Tomorrow, first coat on the other side. Then, maybe I can start installing the front end back on the car. Still awaiting my battery tray. Finally getting warmer and maybe I can do some of the last little bits of bodywork on the front fenders and hood. Everything else is ready to go. I need to get out and decide on a sealing primer, the paint company that I'm going to go with and get the paint, etc. I got my paint gun all cleaned up and I think I'm ready. More info and pictures when it warrants it. Matt

I think I bought the battery tray. Waiting for it to arrive. Still need the linkage from the accelerator pedal to the carburetor. Thanks Matt

Just need carb linkage and battery tray. I rebuilt the clutch linkage

sort,clean,store, sort,clean,store,.............sweep,sweep,sweep,...........sort,clean,store,...............trying to organize the garage some more so I can fit everything that I've taken off the car and still be able to get at the car. I need another 24 X 24 garage.....................

I am looking at purchasing an item in Elkhorn, Nebraska. The seller won't ship the item. I need some help getting the item, getting it palletized and to a freight company. I would compensate for the help. Thanks Matt

Oh great Buick Gods.........Please guide our Adam as he ventures, once again into the realm of restoration of another fine vehicle. Smite him when he wants to disassemble more than he can put back together in 1 months time. Cater to his wants and needs, but also remind him of the times of driving and enjoying as well as quality garage time. Oh great Buick Gods.............. Just kiddin' :cool:

On another note, I was able to find the practically destroyed clutch linkage from my super and I cut off the ends, re-tapped out the threaded end and made a new part and welded it onto the clevis end. Perfect fit. I have to take off the passenger side sheet metal again so I can re-adjust the sheet metal height on the front end. Buicks are wonderful! Everything on the front lines up off of the height of the radiator support and it's left to right shimming! I need a magical wand to do this..........Matt

Thanks Lawrence. I really am enjoying everything that has to do with restoring this car. We love pictures and I would like to see your car, no matter what condition it is in. Matt

Funny how the trailer says "Big Red"......

I am looking for a complete linkage assembly from the accelerator pedal bracketry on the firewall to the carb on my Convertible. I am also needing the linkage for disengaging the clutch from the pivot to the throw-out fork. A nice battery tray would also be great. Thanks in advance for the help or if anyone knows of a salvage yard with a complete Roadmaster from 46-48 it would be great. Matt

Sometimes I feel like I abandon my project for weeks or months at a time. Matt:p

Randy, You could take it to a welding shop and let them look at it. Might not be as $cary as you think.....

Looks simply Beautiful! Congratulations! You make it look too easy! Matt

Bob, Looks like the progress is good and coming along nice. Another windshield will be along shortly and the car will be home.

When all else fails, look for somthing simple, obvious, and totally stupid. Dandy Dave! My wife tells me to look in the mirror......................

Leave the oil as is until he sees/hears the engine. Tell him that the oil is like it is before so he can pull the dipstick and check himself. I would have oil/filter on hand to change it anyways. I guess that the carb could also be too big for the engine, but I am supposing that you are working with original carb. Sounds as if you might need to find a "third opinion" mechanic to look the job over, considering you paid money to have these jobs done. Someone has some fixin' to do. Matt

Hey, that's no fity' fo'!?

Brian, I thought I would chime in as this hasn't been brought up. What type of plug wires are you using? If you are using hei type plug wires, this could cause all of the previously stated problems. Most wire sets you will purchase today are the newer HEI (High Energy Ignition) type. These wires are designed for use on ignition systems with outputs of 35,000 to 45,000 volts. Your original classic point-type ignition system operates in the 20,000 volt range. Putting modern HEI wires on your 20,000 volt classic ignition system causes low voltage to the spark plugs, resulting in hard starting, poor gas mileage, decreased performance, rough running, fouled plugs, and other symptoms that seem carburetor-related, when, in fact, they are being caused by incorrect plug wires. Just a thought. Matt

Well guys, still looking for another sewing machine. In the meanwhile, I've been working over some more stainless steel trim and taking off the final pieces that need to be taken off to finish the rest of the panel beating and finalizing prep for paint. I've been hunting down a battery tray for a Roadmaster and haven't found one that won't break the bank. Exterior door handles are now off the car and in the "to be chromed" pile of parts. I have a few bits and pieces to take off of the convertible top section and that should be everything for "the plater". I would really love to have the car painted in the next month or so, but that all is going to depend on the weather warming up so bodywork can be possible. This is the stage where when I started my project, I thought that this moment was going to be unobtainable. Now it is very obtainable and I could possibly have it most of the way back together and driveable this summer. Wow! Hope everyone had a great weekend! Matt

Glad that the Valiant is better than you were expecting. Keep on keeping on. Got any pictures of the Valiant? Matt

Marty, Did you try Kanter? I don't know what color or texture you are looking for, but the set I got is o.k. Kanter Auto Products - Gallery= Matt

Nahuel, Welcome to the forum. Glad that you are restoring a 47 Buick convertible! I also am restoring one and my thread is located in the Me and My Buick forum. Feel free to contact me with any questions that you might have. If you speak Spanish, and feel more comfortable, I also speak Spanish. Please think about joining the Buick Club of America if you do buy the Buick and please post pictures as soon as you have the opportunity! There is a vast amount of knowledge here on the chat board. Matt http://forums.aaca.org/f163/1947-56c-project-cant-finish-unless-300645.html

Robert, Looks as if you keep making leaps and bounds of progress. Before you know it, the car will be heading to its first show of the year! Matt

Today, took the interior out of the car and safely stored it in the house where it won't get dirty and I can keep an eye on it. Started shuffling stuff around the garag and putting away stuff I won't be needing for awhile. Was a nice 54 degrees today so I aired out the garage and swept up and tossed out trash. Put some items I didn't need on ebay, etc. If the temps warm up a little more and stay there, might be able to finish up the bodywork. I have some pending items to do and accumulate for some other forum members, so I'll try to do those things during this week. Always busy. The more I get done, the quicker I get the car painted, the quicker I........................Matt

Rob, You are quite right. I have managed to find some others, but completely out of my price range... I cannot worry about it much, I will just keep looking and move on with other things. I think I will buy a cheapo for some other things that I need to sew up. I really think my car is going to stand out, even though the material isn't the original. I might try and buy some leather later and see what I can cook up as far as something more correct. The nice thing about going this way is, 1. Economical way to get the car back together and on the road. 2. I am not modifying anything that would hurt the car. 3. Easy to fix by ordering a new interior from one of the interior shops or do leather next time. 4. I get all of this valuable experience on how everything is done and I know my car in and out. I really do like the shade of red I chose and the carpet is really a close match. Will really set off "HOT" with the Dark Metallic Blue and tan top. Matt