Guest spooner Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Should have dusted her off first. But oh well. You get the idea. Welded 30 plus holes to do this even gas lid when away. Old school black and green upholstrey naugahide (sp). Being done as we speak. Hope you all had a good Christmas.... Spooner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Being an arty guy, I can relate to your making YOUR car fit your taste. Been there, done that, and learned to take the NEGATIVE comments in stride. I say, " It's YOUR car, the ONLY one that needs to like it is, YOU, the owner. Have fun, FUN IS GOOD!Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted December 27, 2011 Share Posted December 27, 2011 Biting tongue here............bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 America is the land of free speech. I have learned to accept ALL comments, each to his own likes and dislikes. That's what makes our country GREAT....Years ago I took my custom 41 Buick Limited to a Buick show, I was treated like I was the WORST guy on the planet. The same month I took my custom Corvette to the Super Chevy show, parked next to a purist, and he treated me so nice, and was even interested in my car. I understand that Buick shows have changed and customs/modified Buick's are now more accepted, and that's good. I have always wondered ,WHY is it that the Buick Motor Company has for years built custom/concepts and THAT'S ok??? I have attended auto shows and seen Buick engineers looking over a Buick custom, and I didn't hear them complaining, they ENJOY the creativity other contribute. There are enough 55 Buick's around for the purist to see/own, so it isn't like spooner has DESTROYED the last 55 on earth. I have been a Buick guy since I was 9 years old, that was nearly 66 years ago, so it's not like I'm new in the hobby. NOTHING is going take away my interest in ALL Buick's, customs, and originals.Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stealthbob Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Well to start this is a purist car forum...and no apologies required for sure. That being said I to prefer original but also appreciate a nice custom.....no apologies given Beautiful Buick spooner! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Bob, with all due respect, I think it is incorrect to label this as a purist's forum. I prefer to see it as a place where Buicks are appreciated in all their ways shapes and forms. That red 54 you posted is drop dead gorgeous. And Spooners is very nicely executed. Dale, I am sorry you were treated that way at a Buick Club event. I hope time has diminished that pain and we'll see you at a future event with another Buick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stealthbob Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Bob, with all due respect, I think it is incorrect to label this as a purist's forum. I prefer to see it as a place where Buicks are appreciated in all their ways shapes and forms.I couldn't agree more....like anything it's what you make it.I was strong with the "purist" term but we both understand the general thrust of this board and that is, to stay original. There are varying degrees of how others see this, as is the case here in this very thread.Drive'r like you stole her spooner.....and be sure to show off that Buick, like John said don't let a hater at some show get you down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ben Bruce aka First Born Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Could not agree more, John C. Above the line may be pureist, and some down here in the Buick forum may be, but my opinion is we are a BUICK club. Any and all. I , for one, enjoy all Buicks. Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1953mack Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 FWIW, In the BCA modified judging class, it is my understanding and the latest that I've heard, is that they judge modified Buicks ONLY THAT HAVE A BUICK ENGINE in them. :mad:I've never judged that class but I love 'em all. Al Mack"500 Miles West of Flint" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 I am a very POSITIVE person, just ask my bride of 51 years. I fear that sometimes my comments will be mistaken, the reader can't hear the tone of my voice, or see my body movements, so please understand I have NO GRIPES with anyone's comments.Being somewhat arty I have a hard time NOT modifying stuff, LOL. My just purchased 46 Road Master WILL be as much stock as I can make it. I may install a louder muffler, ALWAYS LOVED THE SOUND OF A STRAIGHT EIGHT. heheheI am working on my 41 Limited in my shop as I write, I am adding a SWEEP SPEAR, like the Brunn coach builders drew up in the late 40's, and was never produced. Maybe I can send a picture to someone to post for me.Happy New Year,Dale in Indy1941 Buick Limited custom Corvette LY-1 crate engine1946 Road Master 4-door, just purchased.1979 Corvette custom, purchased new1995 Ford work truck2003 Matrix, wife's car1947 Whizzer motor bike1952 German scooter1940 Rexner rail or tether car, 20" long Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest spooner Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 I apologize for stepping on toes with pics of the car and forum rules. Paint it green and white put the stainless back on. There, its unruined. I've never shown a car (live) in my life, never will. A few of you guys have helped me with a mechanical issue I had was why I (formally) joined the forum. I have read this forum from a distance for a couple years and have enjoyed it. I greatly appreciated the help I recieved from a few members troubleshooting. You guys are the first to see this car redone, drove it through high school, after 40 plus years it was time for a face lift, the old gals want to look young you know, so decided to be hip as they say or used to anyway, and went this way. Oh by the way, I didn't write a check to get her done, except upholstery. Unless you happen to see me and my dog driving by going pheasant hunting or throwing sticks in the river you won't have to look at her anymore. Thanks again for the help...Spooner :confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smithbrother Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 I am sure NO ONE is telling you NOT to post pictures of your Buick.I for one hope you post in the future.Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caballero2 Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 Me too.DanI am sure NO ONE is telling you NOT to post pictures of your Buick.I for one hope you post in the future.Dale in Indy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrEarl Posted December 28, 2011 Share Posted December 28, 2011 (edited) X3 more more, let's see more. Interior shots as they progress along.....I would suggest though that you start a thread in the Me and My Buick forum so it doesn't get lost in this Post War general forum. Edited December 28, 2011 by MrEarl (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rob McDonald Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 SPOONER, there are eight holes that you chose not to fill, which tells the wide world that this is a Buick and a four-holer, to boot. Great car! I would love to see pics of the interior when you get it back in. Enjoy your big beauty. After forty years of ownership, you've earned the right to build this car any way you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shorttimer Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 I would be interested in hearing about the front brake setup on your car. I could be mistaken, but it looks like a big rotor in there... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest shorttimer Posted December 29, 2011 Share Posted December 29, 2011 I am working on my 41 Limited in my shop as I writeNot to hijack this thread, but I (and probably many others) would like to see pictures of your Limited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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