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Hi all, rebuilding my console shifter and the black plastic strip in the plate assembly that is moved by the selector shaft will not slide all the way to the lower gears. The strip hits the ductwork inside the console before the lower gear clicks into position. I checked how my other 65 shifts and the same thing happens. Does anyone know of a fix or am I missing something? Cheers Tom Kunek

Hi Jim, Based on the photos and description what ball park number would you suggest? $40K, $50K, $60K ? Cheers Tom K

I enjoy visiting memorial parks and discovering interesting lives and sculptor. Have to say that is one of the most impressive works of art I have ever seen. Can't imagine how proud Gene must be of his father. Tom Kunek Melbourne Australia 2 x 65 Riviera ROA/BCA

Hi Tom Here is the Joy stick. Is it the correct one for 1965? Cheers

Hi All, I am building my 1965 doors and have forgotten where this rubber cap belongs (and how retained) on the remote mirror cables. Guidance appreciated. Cheers Tom K

Larry Daisey has not been well. You Health is your Wealth. Tom K

Age 63 and still having fun with all things Rivi. 1965 Riviera - Australian delivery - Right Hand Drive 1965GS Imported 2016 - Under restoration. Tom K

If you make an Air/Cleaner housing out of Acrylic make sure that the 2 bolts are of just the right length so a to bottom out in the carby body. That way you don't have excessive pressure on the acrylic (which may splinter if you count only on the compressive force of the bolt head to the acrylic) Place a grommet under the head of the bolt to provide some take-up. Cheers TomK

It's 4.5mm think Acrylic (Poly Methacrylate) with a slight green tint so as to blend with the Buick green. I love the way I can see what's going on with my 2 x 4's (i.e. how my choke is working...) Always get positive comments. Great way to show off your nailhead and 2 x 4's. If you want to revert to the original it's so easy. My Riv has A/C but I removed the compressor as I never drive my car when real hot. We don't have many hot and humid days in South-East Australia. Also without that huge compressor makes the engine bay much cleaner. And I have easy access to ALL my spark plugs! Cheers Tom K

Some more Nailhead Art. Tom Kunek Melbourne Australia ROA#3845 BCA#47703

Hi Everyone, WOW what an interesting story. The mystery on why this no number nailhead was installed continues but we sure do learn heaps along the odyssey of our hobby. Cheers Tom K

Hi Tom. 1 64705 6 and photo attached. Hope this is the casting number that you are talking about. Cheers Tom K

Hi Tom, I will call my friend Michael (Standing next to Riv) tonight and ask him to have a look at the casting number. Cheers Tom K

Hi Tom, I figured that the no number block might be a factory replacement. Thanks for the confirmation. The cross over loop has me stumped. But as I look at it again I think that's what it is. If it is a lifting loop why on only very few nailheads? Cheers Tom Kunek

2 Questions 1/ I have a friend (Ex GM Employer) with a 65 Riv that he imported from Texas to Australia in 2009. The car is in "mostly" original condition. However the nailhead has no Engine number of any kind at the usual place at the front of the block. Not even LW or LT prefix How can this be? 2/ Also this Riv has an cross-over water manifold with what looks like a loop for lifting. I have never seen this on a 65 Riv before. Does any one know the intent of this loop? Cheers TomK

Hi Zimm, The Relay box has 2 relays inside. One is for Hi beam and the other for Low. You can find the wiring diagram in the Australian RIVIEW - ROA Regional News (ROA Web site) January Edition Page 15 It is a very easy relay to wire up. Can wire it out of sight next to the battery or on the inner fender. Color of wires for a 1965. Cheers TomK

Hi Ed, Nice to see you enjoy reading the ROA Australian Region newsletter. It is sent free to anyone who has an interest in Rivs. Yes it is a Regional newsletter with local news & events but there are always articles that would be of interest no matter where you live. We also invite non ROA members to join the ROA and enjoy the benefits of membership. John Forster works his magic talents as our Editor at Large. If you would like to go on the mailing list just send a email to John at ausriview@gmail.com Tom Kunek ROA#3845 Australian National Co-Ordinator riv@netspace.net.au

Absolutely Brilliant. The simple solutions are the best but sometimes we complicate and overwork it. Thanks Tom M Merry Xmas. Tom K

Ho Ho Ho to ALL Boys and Girls from the Great Southern Land down under. ☺️

Hi Jim, In the First Gen Rivs that I have worked on the fuel line goes through the frame via the top of the spring mount tower. Inside the tower I found the fuel line fixed via small half saddle. This would be to prevent any possibility of the fuel line coming in contact with the spring coil. How do you can gain access to this saddle without removing the spring and shocker? Nice tip on how to rotate engine so that pump is in the "down" position. Cheers Tom Kunek

Hi Bill, Your engine bay looks amazing considering that you did not remove the motor. As for the windscreen wiper motor pump I have not been able to locate ANY after market pump here in Australia that produces negative pressure required to suck water out of the bottle. There are dozens of pumps that are designed to work with a head of water but can't find any that produces suction on the inlet. Could you please have a look at your pump and see if there are any make or model markings that would give me a lead. Cheers TomK

My 65 Windscreen washer pump does not work. Diaphragm is long gone. Bought after market diaphragm (stated for 65 Riv) but does not fit and cannot be modified to fit. So I am dropped the idea of repairing the original pump mounted on the windscreen motor. I need a new pump that provides suction out of the bottle. There are plenty of after market pumps but they must be fitted at the bottom of the washer tank so they always have a head of water. Unless they have a head of water they will not work. Has anyone had a similar problem and know of a pump that produces suction out of the bottle and onward via tubes to the windscreen. If such a pump exists then I can place it inside the fender and it will look 99.9% original. Cheers TomK

Many Thanks Gene. ? TomK

Hello Folks, I found the right person to fix my remote window control cable. I was at a dental workshop and noticed that they had the following skills. 1. Staff that had exceptional dexterity & could solder with great precision. 2. All sorts of different wires used to make dentures and related items. 3. Proficiency in Epoxy resins and chemical welding. I informed the supervisor about my problem. Next day I fronted up with my remote mirror and after he inspected the damaged cable, he dropped everything and started work on the spot. Within 10 mins it was fixed! Photo shows Gimbal fixed. The another photo shows 2 different joy stick designs. Are they specific to a particular year? Tom Kunek

I have a remote side door mirror on my 65 with nice chrome but one of the control cables have broken at the control lever. Does anyone know of someone who does repair work? I would prefer to repair as I would imagine that an excellent example for sale would be $$$ TomK