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The 1934 series #40 shop manual says that the models 41 and 48 gravel guards extend the full width of the bumper. The manual states that models 46, 46s and 47 gravel guards extend from the spare tire to the end of the bumper.
The gravel guard on my 1934 model 46 extends the full width of the bumper. Could there have been exceptions to what the shop manual states? Does anyone have a 1934 model 46, 46s or 47 with a gravel guard that also runs the entire width of the bumper? Or possibly a 1935 model 46, 46s, 46c or 47?
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When a Buick 233 cubic inch engine is beginning to turn over during start-up, what should its compression be? Thanks for your response.
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This is the door of my 1934 model 46 before I removed the handles and upholstery. I have no reason to believe the door handle is not in its original factory position.
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Thanks for the pictures and description Jim. They really helped.
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Thanks for your reply Jim. I have a sample of Steele Decklid Weatherstrip # 70-0231-85. The description says it fits some 1933-34 models. It appears to me the piece would work well in the trough but not on the lid. I would appreciate it if you could show a picture of yours. My car has just one driver's side windshield wiper. Sounds like your car has two wipers. I don't think I can help you with your system.
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I own a 1934 model 46. Does anyone have a picture of the trunk lid weatherstrip or a cross sectional drawing showing the weatherstrip? Another 1934, 40 series model might be adequate. Did the model 46 even have a trunk weatherstrip? My research tells me that for Chevrolet, up until 1935, only the 1933 Chevrolet trunk sedan had one. The "1934 Fisher Body Service Manual" says that trunks with trough drain tubes had the weatherstrip attached to the trunk lid. The weatherstrip was in the trough for trunks without trough drain tubes. My trunk trough has drain tubes. Thank you for your response.
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If you look carefully in the picture there is a rubber pad cushion about 1/4 of an inch thick mounted on top of the wooden block. Mine just had a small nail in it to hold it in place. There is a pad on the other side also.
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Here are some pictures of the lower driver side door of my 1934 model 46 before it was restored. Perhaps they can help you locate where your loose piece of wood goes. It might be the rear stop for the window when it is rolled down as shown in my picture. You can see how the stiffener rod is installed. There is no metal backing plate for it in my 34 m46 as shown in a previous picture. 1934 was the first year the stiffener rod was used.
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On page 146 of the 1934/35, 40 series shop manual it states, "The wooden frame work of the body when assembled is sprayed with an asphalt paint." I own a 1934, series and have found this to be true on all sides of the wood including all the wood found in the door. After 80 + years, the paint does show some deterioration. When restoring my doors I removed all the wood that was possible, sanded all the wood down to bare wood and painted it with a quality primer and top coat. On page 27 of the "1934 Fisher Body Service Manual," it explains how the diagonal front door stiffener rod is used to adjust the lower lock side of the door to align with the body contour. Since you have the door panel removed I suggest you restore or replace as much of the wood you can using quality products. Talk to a local cabinet maker and a local paint store for their advice. Good luck.
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On page 139 it refers to the dash mat being fastened with special snap fasteners. I believe today we would call what page 139 calls the dash mat, as the firewall insulating board. The firewall insulating board is the only thing in that area that is attached with fasteners. The fasteners pass through the board and metal firewall into the engine compartment. There is nothing that covers the wires or rear of the instrument panel, glove box, "dash" panel. There is insulating jute that is glued to the side kick panel and travels up and across the underside of the shroud (surrounding the cowl vent) and down onto the other side kick panel.
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It is painted body color. Glad you were able to obtain one.
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You'll find one. Just keep looking. My only time at Hershey a few years ago I saw one. They are out there.
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Hello Buick 35, Here are some pictures of the gravel guard on my 1934 #46. Body work has not been done yet and the fasteners on the bottom side are not correct but are used just to hold things together. The guard follows the contour of the bumper and curves upward at each end to fit the end curvature of the bumper. I think duplicating it out of plywood would be quite a challenge. Good luck.
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Thanks for the pictures Buick 35
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Thanks for the picture of your car, Buick 35. Here is a picture of the lubrication reminder I mentioned. It is possibly an after-market product since there is no mention of Buick or GM on it. The car came into my family in 1958 and the lubrication reminder was on it at that time. If possible could you send a picture of the center piece of your dashboard that contains the control knobs? Do you feel they are factory correct for you car?
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Thanks Buick35. Is your 35 a model 46 also? Thanks for the offer of the clock delete plate but mine has a lubrication reminder where you can set the odometer like numbers for your next lubrication.
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I want to be factory correct for my 1934 model 46. Are the throttle and light pull knobs along with the "cigar lighter" knock-out and glove compartment knob supposed to be chromed? I have seen pictures and examples of some all chromed and some not. I've also seen a mixture where two or three of the parts mentioned are chromed and the others not.
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Str8-8-Dave,
Did your manual give a reason why metal body shims should not be used? My reproduction 1934 Fisher Body Service Manual does not mention that at all. It just mentions body shims. It says very little about aligning doors. Is your manual specific to 31's?
reded
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Thank you to the three of you for your input. reded
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Is there a special procedure or "trick" to aligning the doors on my 1934 model 46 other than trial and error using body shims?
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These two photos are of the muffler and hanger on my 1934 #46. The supporting bracket is riveted to the frame's crossmember and the "L" shaped hanger and assembly are bolted to it. There is a 1.25 inch wide strap that goes around the muffler and the bottom leg of the "L." There is a rubber "cushion" on the "L" hanger assembly that I believe might be to give flexibility and reduce vibrations. I hope this helps.
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Thanks for your above input. I just got off the phone with Eddie at Steele who says he has been in the business for 39 years. He said he has only seen one beaded windshield weatherstrip. He went on to say they have never made beaded weatherstrip and wished me luck. He suggested carefully slitting new weatherstrip and inserting the bead from my old weatherstrip. I'm thinking about plan "B." I'm open to suggestions.
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I'm restoring my 1934, 40 series. Does anyone know of someone who produces the front windshield weatherstrip with the chromed/stainless steel reveal molding/bead? None of the major suppliers seem to produce it. The bead in my original weatherstrip appears to have been imbedded in the weatherstrip when the strip was created. I could probably get mine our but then how do you reinstall it and into what pattern of weatherstrip.
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My 1934 model 46 has spring covers. The 1934 manual says they are furnished. I have original brochures that say they were an option. I would assume 1935 was similar. Pages 81 - 84 of the 1934 Shop Manual explains how to take them off and reinstall them. It suggest that when replacing the covers new ones be used as the old ones will become too damaged when taking them off. Mine were in very good condition and I was able to take them off regrease the springs and put the covers back on. I had to be extremely careful and it was not an easy task. I had to make a spring loading machine as pictured on page 82 of the manual. My suggestion is; unless you have a set of NOS or really good used ones leave them off. I do not feel they are really necessary. By the way, if anyone needs a spring loading machine like that pictured in the manual let me know.
1934 #40 series gravel guard
in Buick - Pre War
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I have the spare tire carrier. If the manual is unquestionably correct, the center section of the full width guard looks like it would be easy to remove. Thanks for your response.