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If the bypass valve is working correctly, Charles2 may be correct. However if the valve disc stays in the open position for some reason, a percentage of the cooling water will circulate thru the engine and never see the radiator. The design/purpose of valve could be questioned. If it main function is to warm the engine faster. Blocked it off, the thermostat will do the same thing.

Ken, After driving cross country in 1999 in a`37 Roadmaster with overheating problems, I finally figured out how to cure it. I tried all the tricks...new 5 row radiator, rebuilt water pump, adjusted the timimg, used water wetter, ran with and without a thermostat, ran with and without antifreeze and use premium gas. Nothing helped. You mentioned the first step....blocking off the bypass valve. I used a 1 15/16" freeze plug with the lip ground off and inserted it in the hose between the water pump and thermostat housing after removing the valve in the housing. The second step was to replace the radiator filler neck with one that would accept a preesurized cap. Then added an overflow tank. The top tank took 7 lb pressure without ballooning. I think a 7 lb cap is the max unless you stiffen up the inside of the top tank. I made 3 more cross country trips after the "fix" without any overheating. Good luck, Bob www.greatrace.com

Jim, If a used one is acceptable, email me. Thanks, Bob

sales@oldtimeparts.com has new rears for $25/pair There`s a left front on eBay Item # 2404270942

Thanks fellows... Water temp is 190-200. Air blows in the upper vent at any set temperature. After lowering the temp to any degree below MAX, the air gets cold.

I can only get heat when the control is in the "Max Heat" position. Can someone tell me the likely bad sensor, relay or whatever and location. Thanks in advance.

I have 4 `55 part cars. Email profgoofoff@aol.com with your needs. Bob

In a lot of Buick parts, this bumper was in an Oldsmobile wrapper. Can someone please identify it for me. And it`s for sale. Thanks, Bob

I have a `56 4 dr ht for sale. If interested, send your email address and I`ll send pictures. Bob NC

Anyone needing the right side of a `40 grill, make offer. Used... nice enough for a driver but would need replating for show. <img src=http://mediaservice.photoisland.com/auction/Nov/20021161050583154880811.jpg>

I have a good used one for sale. Email me if interested.

Try www.coker.com

Home made trailer hitch for sale. $1200. I forgot.....the `90 coupe goes with it. <img src=http://mediaservice.photoisland.com/auction/Aug/20028304396502939973773.jpg>

Peter, Ok. If we start paying, will you change it back?

As long as the body styles are the same, 1963,1964 Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmoble and Pontiac have the same glass.

Dick,<P>I got the Reatta out of Texas and it had the tinted film on the windows which was too dark for a NC inspection. While removing the film, I discovered I couldn`t remove it from the passenger vent glass. To my surprise, it was Lexan and I replaced it with an orginal at the cost of $55.<p>[ 08-11-2002: Message edited by: progoofoff ]

I have a lexan ( tinted) already mounted in the frame for $35 plus shipping from 27107.

I`ve driven an original `37 80C over 25,000 miles in the past three years. ( Last 3 History Channel Great Races). I can`t figure what you would accomplish by changing the wheel size. Certainly not comfort. Speed? Naw. If your drive train and suspension is in good shape you will be able to maintain any posted speed limit. Just take along a couple extra quarts of oil. Overheating may be a concern. If so, email me and I`ll send you the fix.<BR>Bob

I will be returning from the Hartford/ Chicago,IL area to Winston Salem, NC via Chattanooga, TN the middle of next week. I can pick up/deliver one auto anywhere along the route.<BR>Email me or give me a call at 336 785 1922 or 336 813 5644 (cell) if I can help.<BR>Thanks, Bob

I`m sorry, I should have stated the series....46C.

Brian,<BR>The group number should be 14.481. The parts book shows 1953.

I traded a 1952 Chevrolet in on a new `55 66R. I had looked at a `55 Chevrolet convertible but was able to trade for the Buick for less difference. The payments were $95./month. Looking back, I don`t know how I did it on Army pay of about $240./month. After many years of searching, I located an identical low mileage car which is now restored and parked next to an `89 and a `90 Reatta in the garage. I didn`t know at the time but I had bought a car that would "out drag" the Chevrolet along with Ford and Oldsmobile.

There`s a "U" shaped metal retaining clip at 12 o`clock on the shifter..sometime not. if it`s there take a small screwdriver and pry it forward, pull straight up on the handle. Jim Finn taught me.

Getting to be a hard to find item. What series and how many doors? I may be able to help. I955buick@aol.com

There`s a grill emblem on eBay. Item 601086928