[Door Panel Hardware]

Clarkes Corvair  (Riviera Upholstery Catalog) carries this and everything else for the `63 -65 upholstery.Great people with great products.

[Vin tag placement `64]

 `64 Chassis Service Manual calls for placement on the left front body hinge pillar above the lower hinge. My manual has been incorrect before.  I`m guessing that as it has dimples for mounting holes and what looks like some adhesive residue on the back , that it was mounted on the cowl.  Another mystery solved. Thanks Boys!

[Interesting 65 Road Wheels??]

I wonder how deep the trim rings are ?

[Vin tag placement `64]

So ,  adding to my jigsaw puzzle, I found my vin tag in one of the many boxes that came with my `64. Now my manual states to mount it above the lower hinge on the left hand side hinge pillar . I cant find any hole to attach the tag to the hinge pillar. Can anyone show me a picture of this mounting?

[Interesting 65 Road Wheels??]

The center caps look like `66s (my computer screen is small) Did he strip the black paint off? Anyway, I think it`s an  innovative way to dress up ratty road wheels.

 

[New '64 Riviera owner with water in trunk.]

8 hours ago, RivNut said:

Water not only seeps, it gathers.  The angle of the window channel sits so that water will stand in the channel.  When you wash your car be sure to use compressed air to blow the channel dry.  Water will also wick its way into the trunk floor causing it to rust.  The body mount under the trunk is shaped like a cup.  It will, after time, gather dirt in the cup and the dirt will hold water.  After some time, the trunk floor will begin to rust above those cups.  Just remember that rust never sleeps.

https://www.google.ca/search?biw=911&bih=441&tbm=isch&q=rust+never+sleeps+poster&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwjdhJ2li6fVAhVhiVQKHeRlDb0QhyYIJg#imgdii=v8qz0SvqepZcZM:&imgrc=PXotzsRD-uIvFM: Turns out `ol Neil Young was right on the money,I had to replace my trunk floor because of those rusted cups. That`s a good tip Ed, I will now blow down that area after I wash my car, Thanks !

 

[New '64 Riviera owner with water in trunk.]

4 hours ago, powerage said:

Just doing rust repairs on my 63 rear screen area. Scott  - can you recommend the screws and clips you used?

thanks

Matt

 CARS old buick parts has them but I got mine from a local auto supply, they are a standard GM clip used on many cars for many years.

[New '64 Riviera owner with water in trunk.]

I just finished a re and re on my rear window. I installed new clips and screws  (The ledge that window fits had already been repaired )I found one more leak during a flood test that turned out to be a small leak through the screw threads on one fastener.I couldn`t access  the screw as it was between the glass and the ledge. I marked the screw location on the glass with a grease pencil,and cut an access hole below the window on the inside on the package tray lip on the top below the window.I was able to seal the screw with Sika - Flex Marine sealant, no more leak.replaced a disc to fill the access hole that will be behind the package tray. I would suggest sealing the backside of all molding that you can access .water can seep in the smallest places.

  

[Update To The 1963-1965 Window Felt Update]

I just went out to the garage to check,the original fuzzies are flat and the repops are the same v shaped replacement. Curious stuff what?

[Best installation process for Horse shoe moldings]

4 hours ago, abandg said:

Put the clips on the moldings first. Then tap the molding on the car with a rubber mallot. This will prevent the clips from falling into the twilight zone. Hope this helps. Gene.

 Thanks Gene!

 

 

[Best installation process for Horse shoe moldings]

 Good gents it`s for me to install the horse shoe moldings on my`64,I did a search but no help.should I stick the clips in the car  and then put the molding on or put them on the molding first and push them into the slots on the car? I don`t know why but I`m dreading this job, Thanks, Scott

[How do I replace the exterior moldings on my `64]

As I have mentioned many times before , I bought my car in boxes. I didnt remove the moldings and now it`s time to re install . The ones that I am scratching my head about are the door reveal ones starting at the vent window . The manual says they are attached with screws. I have all new fuzzies and know how to attach those to the molding  but I don`t get the screw idea. Does it screw through the fuzzy after it is attached to the molding? Seems to me they would scratch the window.  Can someone steer me in the  right direction ?                                                                                                                    Thanks, Scott

 

 

[Upholstery tack strips]

 Hey fellas I`m looking for a source for the fiber like tack strips on my`64. They hold up the headliner and door windlass and are held in with bend over tabs (windlass).Maybe they go by a name that I am not familiar with . Can ya help a brother out ?

[Happy Birthday to Canada eh?]

Whoa ! I remember being in elementary school when Canada turned 100...Time marches on. Happy 4th of July to all my friends and relatives in the US

[63 wiper blade]

3 hours ago, RivNut said:

Search for Anco U-18R wiper blade refills.  You can find them online or some local jobbers carry them.  Refills is the key word in your search.

 

Ed

 Thanks Ed !

[63 wiper blade]

Hmm I`m going to need new blades as well . I`ll start looking  for a supplier.

 

[63 Riviera original wheel cover rust repair]

Keep us posted as to how this fix works out .In many instances,desperation is the key to innovation .

[best first generation restoration shop]

The only Restoration shop  that I use is attached to my house. If I sent out all the repairs ,bodywork and paint , I could never afford this hobby. I was blessed with good hand skills and earned my living as a wood worker.I wish I had deep pockets because I would be driving after eight years. Oh well I have all the upholstery parts now so we are getting close. Good luck what ever way you go!

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[Electric Motor rebuild Parts - Brushes?]

Perhaps an automotive re-builder for starters / alternators might be a source.

I took apart my seat motor and replaced all the old dry grease with new and it made the world of difference. these motors are not in continues use so even after 50 + years they dont get much use. I replaced all  my window motors with new Dorman units and they work really well.

 

[Trans Dipstick Fix?]

Clean out remaining gasket, use a product called Form -A- Gasket and form a new bead . let it cure and away you go. I think this product is basically silicone with some additives. Hope this helps,Scott 

[First Generation Dash Pad]

https://www.opgi.com/riviera/BR04141/  http://www.dashtop.com/categories/rivier

 

After seeing Kabers installation, I gave this a go and it turned out great.Sorry no pics. Not for everyone but a great alternative when you are on a budget.

 

 

[Jason Zerbini's 1966 Riviera GS in the Riview]

 Taking restoration to a new level. Outstanding effort and attention to detail.

 

[tail lights 1st gen]

5 hours ago, RivNut said:

You are correct, two sets of gaskets.

 Thanks. Ed

[tail lights 1st gen]

4 hours ago, SwedeDownUnderR63 said:

This might be the gasket that you are looking for:

http://www.oldbuickparts.com/cart/tail-lamp-gaskets-1963-64-buick-riviera-p-1110.html

There is another set for 1965.

Yes but there is another set for the red lens ...sneaky buggers eh? 

 

[tail lights 1st gen]

So I am reinstalling my tail lights after years of laying  on the shelf. I seem to remember two sets of gaskets  , one for the red lens and one for the bezel am i correct in my assumption?  I ask because after a leak test I`m getting water in the trunk. I installed the only gaskets that I had  and they were for the bezel. ...Thanks,Scott