Buicknutty

My choice, based on the pictures, which as you note, colour can be distored from screen to screen (I was an imaging professional for many years, so I know better than most), would be either the '50 Buick, or the Caddy. I like the apparent richness of the yellow on those cars, without it looking too bold. Though it is a very personal choice, there's really no right or wrong. Keith

John, as you know, I've had my '56 almost as long as you've had yours, and after always having and working on Ontario cars, it was amazing to work on a California car, and just have all the bolts come off as if they were put on the week before! I think the rally wheels look great. Keith

Awesome looking car, John. Great find! Love those big coupes, nothing like them have been made in a long time. Keith

I had a neat experience on Sat., a friend's Dad turned 80, and she asked me if I would do a favour for her and her Dad. So, I agreed, and she came to my place so that I could pick her Mom and Dad up in the '41 Roadmaster then drove him to a restaurant to meet the rest of his family for lunch. This was a complete surprise for him, and though he never had an old car he's always liked them, and he enjoyed the ride a lot! Many pictures were taken of everyone posing in front of the car. About 40 miles of driving all told. Keith

If its' really had dry storage all these years, the underneath might be quite good, rather than rusted out floors that are so common in the East. Keith

Neat car. I do like these large sedans. Very nice cruisers, and are very rarely seen at local show shows. Hope someone picks it up and gives it the TLC it needs. Keith

On my '41 Buick, I went with one from Harnesses Unlimited, which like the Rhode Island ones, are made from modern materials but duplicate the look of the original. Also, I restored my '41 to be good driver, not show car, but I wanted the right look. The colour coding on the repro harness matches the original, so that will make things easier if you need to make changes or repairs later on. My opinion, spend the bucks and go for the reproduction wiring. Keith

The Strombergs on my '41 Roadmaster tend to dry out also after about a week of sitting. I usually pump the gas twice, and it with fire immediately, but stall out just as quick. Then it takes some cranking to fill the carb then it starts fine. On an overnight sit, or just a few days, it starts and runs fairly easily from cold. Choke adjustment is important, and I keep mine a bit on the lean side. As I recall there is a start switch adjustment, but it is usually done when the carb is on the bench and it has to be shimmed to achieve proper action. But as long as it works, that's the main thing. Keith

Took the '41 Roadmaster on a 200 mile tour today with a local car club I'm a member of. The pre war bunch age ranged from a few brass T's ('12 & 13, I think) to mine. The post war group ranged from 1947 to the 80's. About 60+ cars altogether, and very nice weather touring. Will post a few pictures tomorrow. Keith

Busy weekend doing non car stuff, but was able to take the '41 Roadmaster out for a short cruise after dinner last night. Keith

I'll let you know. Keith

I don't know for sure what he sells, though to have most of the stuff one needs for '40 and '41 Buicks. He advertizes in Hemmings, and other places quite a bit, though he doesn't seem to have much of a web presence, so here's is address, Doug Seybold, 2761 Clark Parkway, Westlake, Ohio, 44145, USA. I was at Doug's shop a few months ago and he and his crew do really great work. He is not cheap, but everything I've got off of him has been very good, and I found him good to deal with also. He has a lot knowlwdge about these cars, and has been willing to help with questions, etc., I've had. I have some extra tailights that I think are for '40 series, so I might be able to help you. Keith

Paul; Sorry, I have now got the all of the interior plastics that I needed. The person I got them from was Doug Seybold, in Ohio, USA. These were nice quality reproductions. Thank you for your kind words. It was a very nice event. Keith

I'll agree, I very much would like to build one, and its' good to see what's been built before. Besides, they're so nice to just to look at! Keith

Really nice looking speedster. I saw the chassis at the show where Uncle Sam was, 2 or 3 years ago, and it sure has come a long way from there! Thanks for posting the pictures. Keith

Very nice looking roadster! Pardon my ignorance, but what years were these made, and what it powered by? This must be quite a rare car. Keith

Here are a few pictures of my car, and some others that were there. The Steamship Seguin in the background, with a '23 McLaughlin Buick, and my '41 nearest. Also, the 4 cars (all McLaughlin Buicks) show the progression of style changes over only 18 years, the '23 again, a '29, a '38, and my '41. Sorry for the wonky perspective, as we were parked on quite a hill. Keith

Put nearly 500 miles on the '41 Roadmaster last weekend. See my other posts under 1941 McLaughlin Buick. Keith

There're not that common, about 12,490 were built, I believe, as I own one of them, but sorry its' not for sale. The Roadmaster convertibles had about a third as many built, but I've seen far more of them than the 2 door hardtops. Perhaps the hardtops get used as parts cars for the converts?? I've had mine for over 30 years, and love it. Keep looking in Hemmings, also, they show up in the BCA Bugle from time to time, if you are not a member, consider joining. Keith

Also, John, I was remiss in not thanking you the kind comments you made some time ago. Thank you! Keith

Been a while since I posted anything, but we took the '41 Roadmaster on a 4 day weekend tour with the McLaughlin Buick Club this past weekend. Did just under 500 miles of largely trouble free driving. The only issue was a lost hub cap, and a tendency to slip out of 3rd gear while on a long downhill coast. Otherwise, it started well, and ran perfect. The driving was a lot of rolling hills through the Muskoka District, which is a very old and beautiful cottaging area that's now populated with multimillion dollar cottages. Any suggestions as to what causes it to slip out of gear while coasting? I took lots of pictures and will post some once I get them downloaded and re sized for the forum. Keith

No rant from me, but I to do prefer the black one. To each his own though. Keith

Sounds like good progress! Keith

Very neat car, congrats on your acquisition! Keith

I got mine done last year, and wish I'd done it sooner! Keith