Doug Harness
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Ronnie, is the filter inside the original Reatta air filter box?
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1988 Buick Reatta for sale near Cadillac, Michigan 49601 - Classics on Autotrader
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The trouble code was E034 which is "MAF Sensor Voltage Low". In the original post, I said it was running OK, but that's no longer true. It's starts OK, but dies after idling a few minutes. Is it recommended to replace the full assembly or the sensor only? Thanks!
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I'm getting the attached message on the '89. It doesn't seem to be related to the starting or charging systems, and it is running OK. Suggestions?
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I broke the Spill Master Euro Jr cupholder that I’ve had in the ’89 for years. I checked a few auto parts stores and WM but didn’t find a good replacement. I found it online and ordered it from Pep Boys. See picture. The package lists the manufacturer as Hopkins Manufacturing Corp with a website www.GoGearMobile.com. I also ordered a twin cup version, but I’m not sure how and if I’ll use it.
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No, I haven't, Barney. I'll search for them.
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John, where did you find the Spring Lock/Action Hose Clamps for radiator hoses? I found that type of clamp in smaller sizes for other hoses, but I haven't been able to find large sizes for radiator hoses.
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Kevin, were either of the seats in good condition?
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Thanks, guys! I'll give those a try.
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The rubber seal around the back windshield of the ’89 is very dry and starting to peel. I found old posts from 2008 and 2009 about repairing with a paintable silicone caulk. Has anyone found any newer repair method or product since these old posts?
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My '91 has 135K, so it's well beyond your preference. Good luck with your search.
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Brenda, what sort of odometer miles would you consider for a '91?
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I definitely see some similarity in the lines of the early 70's Riviera. Isn't this considered a trunk in the Crossfire coupe?
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New concept car http://www.buick.com/avenir-concept-vehicle.html
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Thanks guys! I thought I might be heading in the wrong direction and needed some second opinions.
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I need to replace tires on the '89 soon. They still have a lot of tread, but they're almost 12 years old. I've seen several posts about changing to larger diameter wheels, but I really like the original '89 wheels. I'm considering switching from 215-65-15 to a 215-75-15 tires, which will increase the height by 1.7 inches with the original wheels. Will that cause any problems?
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If anyone is interested, there is an '89 Allante with 10,861 miles for sale in Amarillo. I guy I work was "thinning the herd" and sold it recently to Bobby Duby Motors, http://www.bobbyduby.com. It's also listed on autotrader.com.
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Thanks, I was looking in the fuses inside the car.
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The '91 Reatta does not have the switch to lock the headlights in the up position. Which fuse controls the headlight motors on the '91?
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The compressor went out on our '91 coupe in September 2010. The total bill to replace the compressor and do the conversion to R134A was $674.39.
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If the new owner needs a mechanic in Amarillo, I recommend Mondini's at Hillside and Bell. They've done work on both our Reatta's as well as another car. Steve Mondini has a good crew and they do excellent work. A couple of years ago, a customer needed a clutch repair in a 1930's Terraplane. It was an unusual repair, and Steve tracked down a guy in California that talked him through the process. Nice guy and great shop.
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A few years ago I replaced a broken handle on our '89 with a new one. If I had it to do again, I would get a used part with switch. I miss "the show".
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Our ’91 was converted to R134A in 2010 when the compressor went out. The bill including the compressor was $674.39. It has made it through 2 summers and has not required any additional coolant. Our ’89 was converted to R134A in 2004. The bill for the conversion was $183.96. It has made it through 9 summers and has not required any additional coolant. I really can’t tell any difference in cooling. We have hot summers, but we don’t have the high humidity of the southeast.
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A few years ago my wife saw a silver coupe in a mall parking lot. That night she gave me grief about being at the mall when I should have been at work. That's when we discovered there were 3 silver coupes in our area.