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On 12/21/2021 at 1:10 AM, AdamInNH said:
The seller is JB Donaldson, the steering wheel resto guy.
Nuff said! I know enuff about his "restored"! Nice steering wheel resto though.
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Looking to buy these door panels even if only cores please lemme know. I saw them on 1956 Century 2dr ht.
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16 hours ago, Jolly_John said:
Always lots of good pre-war BUICK help from the guys here on the forum. An update regarding Allan's thought about the bolt pattern on this NOS 1941-42 big series carb I have that I mentioned in my post. It indeed has the 4-bolt pattern, identical to the carb from a '39 big series engine. John
Just a quickee, all 320" two barrel SINGLE carb Buick engines had a four bolt carb base. On my '41 Century, I used adapters to bolt later four bolt base carbs to my three bolt 320" dual carb manifold, (shade tree) experiment. Oops, lightning-proof trousers needed! Sorry, remove if needed.
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I saw a couple SCAM BUSTERS on you tube. Boy would I enjoy having that capability!
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15 hours ago, neil morse said:
Wow -- talk about hen's teeth, you are a lucky fellow. Now, if you can just score those little pieces of trim that go between the rocker panel and the skirt, you'll be all set! 😝
I have those
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All 320" thru 1952 last one.
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23 hours ago, Machine Gun said:
Guys, I appreciate your comments and suggestions on the disc brake conversion topic. Some additional information.
@NTX5467I have yet to select a vendor for the conversion, if I decide to do it after all. Wilwood concerns me mostly because they seem to be the only source for replacement parts like pads, rotors, and calipers. If that's the case they're off my list. Sure, Wilwood has been around for a long time, but then again so was Sears. As for currently available parts from auto parts sources being unobtainium in 20 years or so, it's quite likely that I will be unobtainium by then, so that's not a big concern for me.
@60FlatTopBernie, just to be clear, the deficiency was there prior to me converting to a dual-circuit system, and did not suddenly appear after the conversion. I've had the car for seven years and it's always behaved this way on long, steep slopes. It's no different than I remember from driving all-drum brake cars back in the '70s. Gentle braking through the slope works fine, but braking effectiveness gradually decreases the farther down the grade I go, which I attribute to increasing temperatures on the drums and linings. I need "too much foot" only as I approach the bottom.
@Ben Bruce aka First BornBen, I was taught to "stab" the brakes back when I learned to drive as a teenager. That practice, in addition to taking some grades in a lower gear, helped keep me alive through the years.
I'm not yet convinced that there's a problem with my braking system to be solved, but instead I'm probably dealing with a characteristic of drum brake systems in general. As I indicated in a prior post, I'm reconsidering doing the conversion. My current thought is to replace the shoes with materials that are more resistant to heat. That may not happen for several weeks as I wait for my garage heater to get installed. I'll keep you guys posted.
Again, thank you all for your comments and suggestions.
Greetings, I also have a 64 Buick 'A' body Spec. 2dr sedan/post car. When I started work on the car I was amazed at how small the brakes were! Especially since my car was converted toa 455/turbo400 drive line for power. Aluminum finned front drums in 1957 helped to reduce Buicks reputation for substandad braking
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Stainless not cloth! 6 mons ago I had nice 1941 fender skirts for my Century, but only one bottom stainless trim. Scott Farmington helped me out first with a really straight used one that paired with what I had, then up to Fargo, Doncha know and acquired Three more! WooHoo! Took em all over to my stainless good friend and now I have more stash to fit in the garage attic! Sure hope they don't stop selln' those lotto tickets!
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Starting the process of finding safe spots to store these until car is ready for them. Decided to remove the gravel guards to store seperately. NOS when installed years ago, not much wear & tear as car is 1941 and owner found 1941 fenders are wider than 1940! He changed them out before drilling for '41 spear trim. Whew, up to the garage attic they go! Light surface rust inside guard. Cleaning &Touchup project for another day.
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On 12/11/2021 at 11:26 AM, likeold said:
Where do you sell used car parts, I don't see a link in AACA website to sell stuff? I have a nice pair of plain black tear drop fender skirts from my 38 special I would like to unload.
Could you send me a private message with contact info and price. I'm very interested in those skirts. Thanx! GregJ.
Thanx for sending photos. I don't recognize the fender skirts. They look like very nicely fabricated by a previous owner. Good luck with your sale!
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I'm havin' kindova phun Holiday season!
he said the radiator in the kitchen was 90 series
On 12/2/2021 at 3:25 PM, Matt Harwood said:It's a 1941 Super Sonomatic AM/shortwave radio. Somewhat rare accessory. Most are just the standard Sonomatic AM unit, but the shortwave was an option. Nice find!
Went back for seconds yesterday! Photos of a few items...
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Thanx much! Good stuff to learn. I've been doing the 'skinned knuckles' thing since grade school, but electrical had to be 'force fed', as I didn't start early learning, but learned some 'survival' skills switching BIG power in the sub-station at the power plant job I fortunately retired from!
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3 minutes ago, EmTee said:
The A.I.R. (secondary air injection) system pumped air into the exhaust manifold to oxidize unburned fuel in the exhaust. It had nothing to do with the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) system.
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Interesting discussion and it brought to mind that I still have the air injection pump that was factory for 1972 on the 350 V8 in my Buick Skylark. Didnt bother to research function of system. Like alot of things it seemed like a good idea at the time, I suppose. Made some engineers look good at the company for awhile till knee jerk inventions for pollution control gave way to computerized control reducing emissions with more accurate control being able to be achieved. I do wonder how they regulated pressure from the air pump. First guess is increase/decrease per rpm the engine spun pump? Thoughts? Seems as though it would increase crank case pressure... Now seems similar to story of The Pied Piper...chase the rats then chase the cats.... 50% could go electric. Last publicized study said the planet has 50% of lithium needed as soon as we go all elec battery powered! Hmmm. We are the ultimate concerned keepers of the planet when we don't allow rebuildable resources to be melted down to make someone's latest fallacy.
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Assembled a complete set for a 1954 Spec for consideration of a Scandinavian owner. I'm guessing not a lot of salvage yards with mid-fifties Buicks.
Second photo to try and show quality of polishing, which is almost impossible to photo accurately!
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1 hour ago, Rusty Heaps said:
Sorry, I don’t. I think those are made of Unobtanium. Also, I was under the impression that the 6 bolt transmission up to ‘56 was an upgrade for the 5 bolt transmission of the early ‘50s vintage, I guess that applies only to them through ‘53? Good to know before I should run across one in a junkyard. Apparently I should still grab one from the mid ‘50s if I can as they are desirable.
Yes, rescue them when found! Anything can be made to fit something else, but if I change/upgrade parts I try to use the KISS principle, keep it simple senior! The Buicks 54&55 that had a V8 264" stick(Spec) used a transmission made the same length as Century. I've found that although Buick exercised modularity in the main cases of transmissions often from year to year. They varied the length of the cast tail housing and main shaft to accommodate different total lengths of car models, even in same years in some cases. Not just standard trans, Dynaflow as well. I've been told that after a certain point, Buick merely accomdate some of the customers who didn't trust the then new dynaflows by continuing to offer a standard trans option, 1/2-1% of sales! According to part numbers,at least with some, the torque ball is different part numbered and sized from some small series cars to large. Not many are obstinate enuff to decide to modify Buicks with Buick parts not engineered to fit in the first place! Paying someone by the hour at today's quotes for hourly charges certainly won't work for most. Now at least 125.00/hr locally. I got a 56 dyna fitted to my 55 Century, but I lost a lotta religion and time gettin'er dun! Said the mighty backyard shade tree mechanic. Happy Holidays and good luck!
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On 12/4/2021 at 8:18 PM, Rusty Heaps said:
My birthday is coming up soon, you could send me that transmission!😇 good scores!
You don't have a correct rear cover for the 1941 shortwave radio I just got layn' round do ya? You could do a Secret Santa thing there! Just like at the office! Lol!
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On 12/4/2021 at 8:18 PM, Rusty Heaps said:
My birthday is coming up soon, you could send me that transmission!😇 good scores!
Last I knew you had a Spec without a replacement engine? This transmission only fits a 54-55-56. Wasn't yours a 53? If you remember I offered a nice 264 shortblock for free if you wanted to drive here to get it, the offer still stands and even tho my red suit has some grease stains on the white trim, it should be presentable enuff when ya pickup free stuff! Keep a sense of humor, it's free and therapeutic! How bout an update on 52-53s? Happy Holidays!
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I'm always conservative about courtesy to the owner who's been gracious enuff to host my friend & I. My friend was snapping away while I selfishly enjoyed every detail time allowed for. There was so much to see before time ran out and the 3.5 hr return trip had to happen! We have been invited back and I do want to share some more photos of Texaco Airflow streamline tanker truck, one of three built! National Award winning Auburn boatail speedster replica! Looking for replacement Auburn engine to replace 350 GM current. A stunning 1958 Corvette floor shift. Solid original 35 Ford three window local one owner car. Yay,ya,ya photos coming! We hafta plan on a day just to focus on photos. Gets crowded when 7hr drive and acquiring rare Buick parts compete for time! Phun trouble! He's probably at least tied in the most toys thing. Oh yeah, he theatened to take us to a couple more sites owned by friends. I hate when that happens! Seasons greetings all! Stay safe during the holidays!
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1939 is one year only. 1940 - 55 center section interchange. 3.6 came in 'automatic' trans cars 37-38? When ever that Trans was available. Kinda unobtainium.
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Reportedly two runners and photos went to fabbers who build custom wagons etc for Budweiser Clysdale to pull. Slightly less than, oh if ya hafta ask....scratch built! I think there must be some o them magic elves involved judging by this result.
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Took a little road trip. Wow! Huge quansit(spg?) Bldg around 100 cars inside. Next bldg nicer cars! See photo of 34 Nash 56,000 org mi.
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Thanx very much for those highlights! It's phun stuff to uncover tasty historical tidbits! I'm a big fan of WWII HISTORY. Especially political activity leading up to. Never learned about Franco, Mussolini, and others in depth before documentary's on public television. Well done Ken Burns, huge fan!
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Feeln' pretty blessed lately! Pair O pretty decent complete 54-56 Sp/Cen 2dr.ht/vert doors! Then some 1956 stick stuff. WooHoo! Anxious to open the lid on the trans to check gears.
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Starting the process of finding safe spots to store these until car is ready for them. Decided to remove the gravel guards to store seperately. NOS when installed years ago, not much wear & tear as car is 1941 and owner found 1941 fenders are wider than 1940! He changed them out before drilling for '41 spear trim. Whew, up to the garage attic they go! Light surface rust inside guard. Cleaning &Touchup project for another day.
I'm havin' kindova phun Holiday season!
he said the radiator in the kitchen was 90 series
Second photo to try and show quality of polishing, which is almost impossible to photo accurately!
WTB DOOR PANELS
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Thanx for that info I will contact him in AZ. He comes highly regarded by most! Quoted 1500.00 per door for just lower metal and upper trim per door! Next!