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In the words of the infamous Mr. Earl, My GAWD, 4 ongoing restorations being documented side by side! How much better can this possibly get?
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Good luck. If they exist in that condition I'd be surprised.
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Cool purchase. Love the Buick and the Olds looks like a solid car.
My pop always had Buicks till one day he bought a new 60 Olds Flatop 4 dr Ninety Eight. Man that 394 had some power. Dad would load all six kids and mom on a Saturday night and take us to the ice cream stand. On one deserted stretch of road he's always light the rear tires. My brothers went crazy for this and thought the 60 Olds was king of the hill, especially over the 55 Special 4 dr. with the stick shift that Dad had just given to my Aunt. Wasn't too long before I couldn't tell if the smoke back there was from the tires or the exhaust pipes as it became a real oil burner within a few short years. But it always could rip those tires up no matter how much it smoked.
Later my brother tried to kill the Buick so he could drive the 98. But the damned thing would not die. Luckilly for me though, as that's what I used to learn how to drive a stick shift.
Nice cars!
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: special55</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Hey Ken,
I've been following your car on your other posts.... I'll be whatching your progress as you move along.
Rich </div></div>
Hope you two don't mind but I'll be watching too. To see two of these documented side by side restorations will very interesting indeed!
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I agree with Mark. Although I would like to mention that of the few National and Regional Meets I have attended, it seems we always wind up driving at least one day in the rain.
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Just for reference, the 56' manual says:
1- to tighten spindle nut with a <span style="text-decoration: underline">10 inch </span>wrench till bearings are preloaded one hex.
2- then spin the wheel one revolution to seat the bearings.
3- Then back off the nut till the bearing is slightly loose.
4- retighten just enough to remove looseness.
5- line up nut to nearest cotterpin hole
Caution: bearing preload <span style="text-decoration: underline">must not </span>exceed 1/12 turn of the spindle nut. The underlines parts are my edits for emphasis.
What's implied is the step between 2 and 3, if the rotation of the wheel results in bearing looseness, and would most likely say to return to step 1 if that happens.
Meanwhile I agree with the potential for a race being out of round.
What suggestions are there for a drift when installing races? I look for a socket that matches the edge of the race, but I hate tapping these things into place.
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Hey, I didn't name anyone. However I'm certain you would like to meet anyone who was enthusiastic about Buicks too.
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The full sized body is unmistakeable. It's definitely rought though.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Gary_N</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ah John, aren't you married? </div></div>
Yes Gary, I am married. But I was not refering to myself in that post. Yet I'd still like to meet Terry. She seems like she likes Buicks. I like meeting all people who appreciate the quality of a Buick.
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Which engine is this and what's the milage? I'm thnking timing chain here.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: MrEarl</div><div class="ubbcode-body">.. Maybe even to the point of introducing you to Terry some day...... </div></div>
Oh man! you trying to tick off a certain Buffalo area member?
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Wow! What a car! I'd be interested in what you get for gas milage around town and on the highways. Run a few tanks of gas through first though.
Keep her nice and clean. Beautiful!
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I have had this happen occasionally on our 06 La Crosse. I suspect it is the automatic headlight switch and sensor going through a reset function, but I don't know that for certain.
If the headlights come on then the dash display would dim. The car thinks it is night time. Is there something covering the black dot on top of the dash towards the middle of the car? Could also be moisture within that sensor although I don't know how it would have gotten moisture in it.
Next time it happens try turning the headlights off right away and see if the dash display comes back up to normal. This may help the dealer diagnose the situation.
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I would suspect the left front brake failing to release, or is adjusted tighter than the right side. Next suspicion would be the right rear parking brake sticking.
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Adam, you are brave putting those heavy parts on that pool table. But the red background really makes the units pop.
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Yes Bob, that's the way it should be done. Except isn't it a shame that you can't comment on condition?
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Looking forward to meeting you. Be sure to sign up if they have the Forum Breakfast.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bhigdog</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> Dan you are totally correct... the fact still remains that any group of people has a share of flaming A-holes. ...Just shrug it off or go hock up a big lugey on their windshield when they aren't looking............Bob </div></div>
Bob, LMAO on the lugey. But my comment really goes out to Dan and anyone I ever offended by absently mindedly doing the same thing as those Caddy owners. Sometimes I look over cars with a critical eye to compare what I have to do to my own cars, which also are not even in the same hemisphere as "very nice". Then often I catch myself talking out loud, without meaning to, and potentially offending some people. I really feel foolish when I realize it and try to stop. But I'm sure some of my musings have been overheard by proud owners who then label me a flaming A hole. But I really don't mean to trash anyone elses car, I just want to capture what I would and would not do to my own cars when or if I ever have the disposable income to pursue perfection.
My apologies to your wife for those Caddy owners insensitivity. It is a shame that she had to be subjected to this. It's hard enough getting the significant others involved in this hobby, without throwing more road blocks in front of them.
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Adam, When I saw the 58 and my friend pointed out it was a Limited, I thought of you right away. I was surprised to see the upholestery still on the seats. Looks like a lot of the chrome was removed and tossed inside it too.
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: buick5563</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: JohnD1956</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks for looking that up. Nothing worse than buying something you cannot use. I appreciate the help.
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That's just silly John!
I buy stuff I don't need or isn't right all the time.
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I used to do that, but had to stop due to retirement. Trying to clean this place out of all the stuff I won't ever use. And being real careful about buying more. Saving my dough for Iowa next year.
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The fuel line passes through the area just in front of the thermostat housing. It makes two 90 degree turns here and often it is pulled out of shape for one reason or another and winds up touching the housing or the corners of the engine.
Simply check the line to make sure it is clear of all engine parts. If it is, look for where it is closest to the engine and then just easily bend it out away from that point. This should cure the problem.
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This place, in Upstate NY may have your switch, although I doubt it can be tested.
Rustic Auto Body 518 643 8839
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Running when parked, and drivable when parked are two separate things. The best bet for a good answer to your question is to search e bay for similar cars, and see what they actually sold for. Keep in mind that the 61-63 Skylark/ Special series is significantly different from the 64 and up Skylark/Special.
From what I hear, the aluminum engine is nothing to be scared about. Just expect some bolts to break if you need to replace some things.
FS - 1962 Buick Skylark Convertible - Cherry Red $7,500
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Is this car a stick shift or an automatic transmission?