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Finally got around to using my home made puller to take care of the badly leaking right rear wheel. Have a lot of scrubbing to do, Also made new slinger gaskets and will install the new felt seal from BOB's. Will look forward to stopping with 4 instead of 3 wheels! Any tips? Larry

Finally got the right rear wheel pulled on my 1925 Buick. Much oil leakage to scrub off. Made a new slinger gasket and will install with a new felt from BOB's Larry

What is the color? Looks to be dark green (Brewster Green)? That would make them 1925-25 doors.

Checked on my 1937 Buick-41 at Penn Dutch restorations. They have the front nose off and the radiator out and are sorting things out for a driver restoration. Want to drive to the BCA meet in Concord NC. at end of June. Larry

Just finished watching a RKO 1936 Whodunit "All mussed up". There were plenty of early 1930s cars, 34 Ford Coupe, 1928 Packard limo, 1930 Cadillac sedan, and 31 V16 etc. At the end the guilty ones stole one of the 2 police issue 1930 Buick Phaetons then crashed it thru a gate then ito a truck! After which the other 1930 Buick takes the surivor to jail. Much front end damage! I am still shaking! Larry

Mark: Just to say that we are rooting for you in your progress. I have watched with great interest since you gave me good advice on my non-purchace of the 1914 Buick model 37. Still sorting out the issues with my 1925-25. But we are now able to drive several miles without any major problems. Good luck and looking forward tothe finnished product. Larry 1925-25 1937-41

Herb: The CLR mix fix was on this site a while back. I believe 1/2 pint to the system volume of water. The person said they drove the car 200 miles and then flushed out.(So far I haven't been able to drive more than 5 miles). Thats what I am going to do tonight. Interesting that when I first put it in and drove several miles the pump churned the mix to a white foam. Leaving a foaming trail out the overflow, "Mad car disease". But still am having frustrating issues. I drove the 25-25 1 1/2 miles to a meeting to warm it up before the back flush. I had to wait for 3 red light changes to cross route 30 here during "Rush Hour"? The motometer was just about topped out. Total driving time about 15 min. When parked for my meeting it is still pushing out the overflow. Only 10 min at the meeting I refilled the radiator 1/2 gallon. The clutch issue is also frustrating. Usually after I start up in neutral I warm up the engine. Shut off.. Then restart in gear. Starts much faster than if the starter is trying to drive the car and start a cold engine. Easier on the starter too! Then the clutch breaks loose and I can shift from neutral. Today I had to shut off the engine twice to get back into gear once out to the meeting and once back. Then for about 3/4 of a mile all worked and shifted well (no clashing). When I parked in the garage all the water I had put in had been pushing out. The underside was wet. Also I can't tell wether oil is slinging from the front seal. I made new bushings for the fan unit. So I don't believe it is the problem. The fan belt is oil soaked. I made a new leather belt but am reluctant to install it until I get this "oil gusher " under control. Larry

Ben : Good to hear from you downunder! Also to hear from Brad in BC. I have repeatedly tried to contact other 1925-25 Standard owners in the USA to start a dialog about our cars but most are not interested. These little differences are what make our cars a bit more interesting. About the hose support part #186584. Looking at my poorly reproduced parts book I can make out one of the studs for the mount in Photo Plate #1. If I could get a good photo description and accurate dimensions, I would like to develop some CAD drawings for possible fabrication. I know there is not a good market for limited run items. But I have been making up some drawings to keep on file of some of the unique parts of our car. Also last tuesday a local collector who has 2 1927 Model 54 Buick Roadsters and 1920s parts cars and a collection of Buick parts. He has been a good reference for me. He did sell me a good 25 standard radiator with a poor shell. So I do have a spare if needed. I did try the CLR mix to clean up the lime deposits. Hopefully this will keep my radiator flowing this summer. Larry

Ben: Thank you!! I was going to ask Leif what the 2 studs sticking out of block were for. Did not see them in any factory engine photos. Good luck: Larry

Brad: From the research I had done looks like you are right on the date. Could be 1921-23 Model 45 touring with accessory glass enclosure instead of side curtains. the shape and style of the top irons pretty much match what I have on my 1925 model 25. Unfortunately mine do appear to be cut down from a larger touring car. I was hoping to find the correct ones. Or the correct rear curtain window. The doors are for a larger car as my rear doors are 23" wide X 20 1/4" tall. I will ask others for their input. Probably the car fell victim to being cut down to a farm truck and these were the left-overs. I have included some photos. First of what I believe the top and doors fit and my cars adapted top. If the top was what I needed I would definately make an offer. Larry DiBarry

Sorry: I tried to copy from another thread and edit. It did not seem as if it copied. So I kept trying! Please cut the first 5 replys. Larry

<TABLE id=post999344 class=tborder2 border=0 cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=6 width="100%" align=center><TBODY><TR vAlign=top><TD id=td_post_999344 class=alt3>Trying to reinstall all the parts I removed from my 37 Buick 24 years ago to get it rolling. I am sending it out to a local shop for a "Driver restoration". They said that they could have it done for the BCA meet in North Carolina this June. So far this week. Sorted out boxes of new and NOS parts I purchaced over the years,some more than once!... Had to remove the shoes from the left front(locked up) because of broken springs and the right side was adjusted but still a bit of drag. Reinstalled clutch (the original cause of it's lay-up). Last night got the transmission up high enough (with a web sling)to get it on a jack. Hope to install tomorrow. Then the axle and springs. Larry<!-- google_ad_section_end --> </TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD><TD class=alt3 align=right></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><TABLE id=post999344 class=tborder2 border=0 cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=6 width="100%" align=center><TBODY><TR vAlign=top><TD id=td_post_999344 class=alt3>Trying to reinstall all the parts I removed from my 37 Buick 24 years ago to get it rolling. I am sending it out to a local shop for a "Driver restoration". They said that they could have it done for the BCA meet in North Carolina this June. So far this week. Sorted out boxes of new and NOS parts I purchaced over the years,some more than once!... Had to remove the shoes from the left front(locked up) because of broken springs and the right side was adjusted but still a bit of drag. Reinstalled clutch (the original cause of it's lay-up). Last night got the transmission up high enough (with a web sling)to get it on a jack. Hope to install tomorrow. Then the axle and springs. Larry<!-- google_ad_section_end --> </TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD><TD class=alt3 align=right></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE> <TABLE id=post999344 class=tborder2 border=0 cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=6 width="100%" align=center><TBODY><TR vAlign=top><TD id=td_post_999344 class=alt3>Trying to reinstall all the parts I removed from my 37 Buick 24 years ago to get it rolling. I am sending it out to a local shop for a "Driver restoration". They said that they could have it done for the BCA meet in North Carolina this June. So far this week. Sorted out boxes of new and NOS parts I purchaced over the years,some more than once!... Had to remove the shoes from the left front(locked up) because of broken springs and the right side was adjusted but still a bit of drag. Reinstalled clutch (the original cause of it's lay-up). Last night got the transmission up high enough (with a web sling)to get it on a jack. Hope to install tomorrow. Then the axle and springs. Larry<!-- google_ad_section_end --> </TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD><TD class=alt3 align=right></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><TABLE id=post999344 class=tborder2 border=0 cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=6 width="100%" align=center><TBODY><TR vAlign=top><TD id=td_post_999344 class=alt3>Trying to reinstall all the parts I removed from my 37 Buick 24 years ago to get it rolling. I am sending it out to a local shop for a "Driver restoration". They said that they could have it done for the BCA meet in North Carolina this June. So far this week. Sorted out boxes of new and NOS parts I purchaced over the years,some more than once!... Had to remove the shoes from the left front(locked up) because of broken springs and the right side was adjusted but still a bit of drag. Reinstalled clutch (the original cause of it's lay-up). Last night got the transmission up high enough (with a web sling)to get it on a jack. Hope to install tomorrow. Then the axle and springs. Larry<!-- google_ad_section_end --> </TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD><TD class=alt3 align=right></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE><TABLE id=post999344 class=tborder2 border=0 cellSpacing=1 cellPadding=6 width="100%" align=center><TBODY><TR vAlign=top><TD id=td_post_999344 class=alt3>Trying to reinstall all the parts I removed from my 37 Buick 24 years ago to get it rolling. I am sending it out to a local shop for a "Driver restoration". They said that they could have it done for the BCA meet in North Carolina this June. So far this week. Sorted out boxes of new and NOS parts I purchaced over the years,some more than once!... Had to remove the shoes from the left front(locked up) because of broken springs and the right side was adjusted but still a bit of drag. Reinstalled clutch (the original cause of it's lay-up). Last night got the transmission up high enough (with a web sling)to get it on a jack. Hope to install tomorrow. Then the axle and springs. Larry<!-- google_ad_section_end --> </TD></TR><TR><TD> </TD><TD class=alt3 align=right></TD></TR></TBODY></TABLE>I bought my 1937 Buick model 41 in Feb 1987. Had a glorious 57 mile drive home from Holidaysburg,Pa where I purchaced it. That is till I reached the intersection of Rt 915 and Rt 30 when the clutch blew out! Very embarassing roll-back ride home. I was going to suprise my parents who were comming for a visit. I guess I did! The next day a friend and I pushed it into the garage and other than putting it on jack stands. It hasn't moved since! Fast forward to Feb 2012.... Trying to reinstall all the parts I removed from my 37 Buick 24 years ago to get it rolling. I am sending it out to a local shop for a "Driver restoration". They said that they could have it done for the BCA meet in North Carolina this June. So far this week. Sorted out boxes of new and NOS parts I purchaced over the years,some more than once!... Had to remove the shoes from the left front(locked up) because of broken springs and the right side was adjusted but still a bit of drag. Reinstalled clutch (the original cause of it's lay-up). Last night got the transmission up high enough (with a web sling)to get it on a jack. Hope to install tomorrow. Then the axle and springs. Larry<!-- google_ad_section_end -->

Trying to reinstall all the parts I removed from my 37 Buick 24 years ago to get it rolling. I am sending it out to a local shop for a "Driver restoration". They said that they could have it done for the BCA meet in North Carolina this June. So far this week. Sorted out boxes of new and NOS parts I purchaced over the years,some more than once!... Had to remove the shoes from the left front(locked up) because of broken springs and the right side was adjusted but still a bit of drag. Reinstalled clutch (the original cause of it's lay-up). Last night got the transmission up high enough (with a web sling)to get it on a jack. Hope to install tomorrow. Then the axle and springs. Larry

Dave: Thanks for shareing. It is great to see annother of these wonderful cars going back on the road. Keep us posted on your progress. I have made the fatefull decision to send my 1937Buick out to get it back onthe road. If only I had that much space to work I may have gotten more done on mine! But here I am responding to this thread instead of getting the rear axle back on! Good luck: Larry DiBarry

I would guess that the head gasket but migrating from a worn valve guide. Any burning of oil or loss of compression in the nearest cylinder? Again just a guess. I wouldnt mind just one spot. My 1925 Standard leaks from every possible joint. Mostly between the cylinder block and the crankcase. Almost like they forgot to put in a gasket! Best of Luck: Larry DiBarry

Terry: Thanks for the reminder on this practice of scammers. It has lead to some dead ends for me. I also have been looking for a foot rest for my 1925-25. One fellow said he had the exact one I needed when I went to see it (an afternoons drive). It was a brass hold down for a stair runner! Also the robe rail he said was pretty close to what I needed. It was a towel bar! Good luck on the 1920 K-46. And how is the 1916 D-45 doing? Larry

My 1910 South Bend formaly a treaddle lathe had a 1 HP electric motor and 1930s Chevy truck transmission addapted to it. Had 18 forward speeds! Liggett Spring and Axle where I worked in 1973-74, had some early 1890s -1910s line shaft machines converted the same way. Except they mounted the motors on top of the head-stocks with the transmissions as final output. Heated the shift levers and were bent down for operator acces. Were used that way for over 50 years!

Alan : Great find! I will check around too. Would like to come over and see what you have. I am over the mountain in Chambersburg. I have a 1925 Buick Touring. Larry

Tried to take the 1925-25 out to take some snow pictures in front of our house. It did not want to go far from its snug garage. The 5.00/5.25X21" Dunlops don't go in the snow!

One commentator tonight stated that you did not need to have big money to bid on cars at Barret-Jackson many sell for as low as $3000. To be able to enjoy on a "BEER Budget' Not a Champaigne budget"!?? Larry

I know the lenses don't look right. And not shure of what the 1926s are to look like. So I sent you pictures to check out. I still am having problems posting photos here. Larry

Pair of I believe a set 1927 lights with an extra set of Liberty lenses. They are in fair condition but do need restored. Asking $100.plus shipping. The gentelman I am listing this for is in Lakeland,MN. Just bought a set of bumpers from him and was great to work with. Contact me by E-mail and I can attach Photos. Larry DiBarry 717-263-3804

Who does this resilvering service in the Pa. area? I know the Austraian fellows have said to go to their local Trophy shop. Don't think that will work around here. My 1925 is well polished down to brass. Larry

If you e-mail I can send some photos of mine on my 1925-25 which does seem to be correct and functions well. Larry

My wife and I saw the War Horse yesterday also. Wonderful film!!! Thanks for the ID on the Vauxhaul. The model T truck did bother me just because it was much newer than the time period. The wars beginning--- 1914 the T truck 1920s. The curse of loving old cars and movies. I know my wife hates my commenting. Also when the scene is to be the 1929 stock market crash and they show a 1938 Zenith console radio for a news broadcast. The Jonny Depp "Dillinger" most cars newer than time period. Larry