Vintage_barry

I’m possibly buy a 1963 Skylark 215 engine and I want to make sure that it’s a JN coded engine. I don’t have the motor in front of me so I need to tell the seller over the phone where to look. It has a 4 barrel manifold, no carburetor. The engine is stamped 3J1548264, which means it’s a 1963 engine made in Michigan but where is the “JN” stamp on the block? Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for any help, Barry

I’m looking for a 4 speed manual transmission, flywheel and bellhousing for a 215 engine. If you have any of these items please contact me. Thanks, Barry

Dave, Do you have any dual carb. switch pitch kickdown brackets? Anyone reproducing one? Thanks for any help, Barry

I’m looking for a 57 Buick Special 2dr. (I’m not sure if 2dr. matters) hood in good shape in the Mid Atlantic state area. I could also meet at Fall Carlisle or Hershey. Thanks, Barry

I found one. Thanks, Barry

I’m looking for a 1963 425 nailhead “JW” code. Complete for rebuilding. I’ll be at the Gettysburg event this month and could pickup there. Thanks for any help, Barry

I found a salvage one from a club member. Never did come across a crossover part.

Found one!

I’m looking for a heater blower motor for my 57 Special. My squirrel cage is fine. Is there a crossover part? Thanks for any help, Barry

Thanks for reply. I sheared one bolthead off years ago so when I pulled the motor last month all the others came out ok with some finesse. Even the sheared bolt came out with heat and vise grips. Thanks again, Barry

I’m changing out the original exhaust manifold bolts on my 57 Special and was wondering out replacing them with grade 8. Any thoughts and advice? Barry

1957 Buick Special with a stock Buick 4 barrel intake manifold. Barry

I’m looking for a very good Carter Carburetor 2507S for rebuilding. Thanks for any help, Barry

Any thoughts on 57 battery tray replacements? Crossover parts? or fabrication? Thanks for any help, Barry

Looking for a 66 Riviera console car. Driver. No projects.

Thanks Jason. Are you going to attend the June event in Gettysburg? If so I hope to see you there. B.

On the Fisher Body Code plate in group 2 it is 2KGR. 2K is A/C. What is the GR? Thanks for any help, Barry

Yeah, I understand what you guys are saying. I didn’t realize the cons of a 3.42. Now let me stir the pot a little bit. What would it take to convert from a 3.07 to a 3.23 limited slip? Bad idea? Parts from other models available and functional? Just asking, Barry

Once again you guys come thru with great info. I appreciate all your comments and responses. Thanks, Barry

I understand that the 66 Riviera GS had 3.42 Posi-traction. 1st.- what was the standard 66 Riviera differential, 3.23? and was it a limited slip, Posi-trac? 2nd.- Could you purchase and change the rear gears 3.42 and achieve the GS stock results? I’ve seen them for sale from TA Performance $559.00. Regards, Barry

Trick question? In the teens. Looking for a 66 Riviera GS, solid driver, bucket seats, power windows, a/c and I live in Maryland. Regards, Barry

Thanks for your replies. I’m interested in purchasing a 66 GS and while I’m doing my research I kept coming across the MZ code and wanted to see a picture but there none on the net. Hope to see you guys in Gettysburg this June. Bring me a 66 Riviera GS to buy or drool over. Regards, Barry

Does anyone have photos and location of the factory “MZ” stamp on the 1966 Riviera 425 engine blocks? I’ve read and heard about but can’t find any pictures. Thanks for any help, Barry

Thanks for all replies and you sound very correct. Regards, Barry

Will a 1962-63 Oldsmobile Jetfire turbo fit on a Buick 215? I know the heads are slightly different but what about the intake manifolds? Any thoughts, Barry