Red Dawn

Just got back from FT Meade MD, where I put a 1 inch front sway bar on the 56. Boy can you tell the difference in handling. The cool thing about FT Meade is they let you use their lifts, tools, etc;, for a small fee.

consider putting the third brake light on a rear license plate set up. I have one there and have been told it is real easy to see at night.

I have an update, don't mind being the test case on this one. It seems that he has not manufactured one for a 54-56 Buick in awhile. However, I know for a fact that he recently manufactured one for my friend who owns a 55 Olds 88. His engineering diagrams are out of date so, I linked him up with a fellow Buick owner in his area to get the proper measurements to double check his measurements. I have all the confidence that this will work out in the end. I will provide another update once I know that the manufacturing of the front sway bar is complete.

I have a lead on a direct bolt on performance front sway bar kit for the 54-56 Buick that is still being manufactured. I am purchasing it now and will report back on the outcome.

Just got back from a car show supporting Veterans at the American Legion in Laurel Maryland. Fantastic time for a worthy cause. I am definitely going to starting to look into getting a 1 1/8 inch Performance Front Sway Bar for the Buick, she felt like she was swimming going around some corners today

Mr. Earl, if I recall correctly you are a Veteran right? Tinker AFB has a Campground that also has a RV park. You can stay there. Use those benefits you have earned, I know I do.

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`While taking off my car cover today, I slipped and snapped of the side view mirror off of the base. This is a universal Buick side view mirror that fits a 56 not NOS. I am ordering a replacement now. Can anyone tell me if I will have to take off my door panels to properly install the side view mirror? Thanks

Matt, Nice project... Got to love those Model 48s. I am partial to purple too. Mark

No, unfortunately there are no rebuild kits for these old rear ends. Luckily, I have yet to have any issues with the swap.

A nice day in Maryland so took the 56 to my favorite watering hole.

Doug, My 36-60 Master Chassis Parts Book does not show a schematic for the 58 but, does show a schematic for a 57. However, I was able to get some part numbers for you. Section 2.822 part number 1167532....1 Insulator, Horn Contact (flexible wheels) part number 1167527...1 Contact, Horn Button part number 1182181...1 Nut, Horn Contact Plate to Horn Operating Ring Adjusting Section 2.823 part number 1167540...1 Spring, Horn Contact Separator (flexible wheels) part number 1167528...1 Spacer Horn Contact

Congrats, looks like an awesome project for your first restoration.

That is good news. I am interested in finding out about when and how the membership dues will be collected.

I have the wizard cooling radiator in my 56. no problems with the purchase or use

Thanks for your replies. We are changing oil today.

Trying to help a friend out. Can someone tell me where the oil filler cap is located on a 66 401. We can't find a diagram in his shop manual. Thanks

Thanks for the tip.... Just checked with my insurance company and both my classics are insured with a guaranteed agreed amount if they were to be totaled. Wow what a piece of mind. Mark

Thanks, I will.

The turn signal switch for a 56 is a one year only. Appreciate your willingness to help.

Looking to purchase a turn signal switch for a 1956 Special. Any help in tracking one down is greatly appreciated. Thanks, Mark

Bill, According to my Shop Manual the thread size is 3/8-16, torqued to 10-15 Ft lbs Mark

Congrats, beautiful car

Please share what you decided to go with and approximate cost. I want to do the same thing for my new acquisition.

I have a 401 in my 56 (dual exhaust). Russ Martin in CA sold me my exhaust manifolds. Can't remember what years they are but, contact him, he will tell you what you need.