1939_Buick Posted October 31, 2013 Share Posted October 31, 2013 I thought I had sent my request for membership but probably forgot. Please accept my request. I have a 1939 Century Sport Coupe..... photo attached. It shares garage space with a 1965 Corvair Corsa convertible, and a 1991 Reatta convertible. As Danny's post above you need to put '39 Buick Team Member in your signature or profile to become a full member ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Grant Magrath Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Just realized......Since I technically don't own a 39 Buick, should I resign from the team? CheersGrant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Just realized......Since I technically don't own a 39 Buick, should I resign from the team? CheersGrant No !!You qualify. Danny started this so he is unofficial team captain.He has a photo of the team headquarters (his Buick shed) Need an appreciation of '39's. Apart from that no other requirements< snip > Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest frazer51 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 What is involved in becoming a "Team Member" beyond owning a "39 Buick? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 What is involved in becoming a "Team Member" beyond owning a "39 Buick?Absolutely nothing !Only exists here on the forum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 Just realized......Since I technically don't own a 39 Buick, should I resign from the team? CheersGrant Resign ???? But wouldn't you be lost and your life become meaningless ??? :)I don't think you could cope with the loss of prestige and honour associated with being a '39 Buick Team Member. :) Besides, who'd head the Kiwi chapter ??I think you'd better stay. Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted November 1, 2013 Share Posted November 1, 2013 What is involved in becoming a "Team Member" beyond owning a "39 Buick?Allan is correct ! We are all here to share our knowledge and experiences of '39s amongst the group.Time to get on-board Frazer and join the group. :)Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 (edited) A new web site http://www.1939buick.com/ Front page says is for info on right hand drive BuicksSite is(was) owned by a person in England when first registeredSome of the images are from www.prewarbuick.com, including at least 1 I submitted to that site. Many of the images are of LHD cars.Any site for '39's is good_________________________________________________________________To subscribe to this thread click hereNew posts appear in your settings (top right of screen) Edited November 26, 2013 by 1939_buick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lunchbox_xx Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 Cool web site ill send pics of mine one of these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 A new web site http://www.1939buick.com/Any site for '39's is goodI'll second that !!Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 Cool web site ill send pics of mine one of these days.But your steering wheel is on the wrong sideThe opposite of right is wrong Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39BuickEight Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 So on the RHD cars the ignition key goes in the dash? Did not know that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Grant Magrath Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 So on the RHD cars the ignition key goes in the dash? Did not know that.I don't think so. They still have the ignition switch on the steering column, although ours packed up recently, so my father made one of the fake radio knobs the ignition switch by installing a push /pull style switch. But ours is lhd. Our 1935 Dodge has a starter button on the dash from new, as there was no room on the right hand side for the starter pedal.Hey, here's a thought.......why not pick a day in the year, and make it World '39 Buick Day? Maybe one Sunday in the Northern fall/Southern spring or something? All you have to do is maybe get your car out (weather permitting), maybe get a picture, and post it on the forum? What other car make has it's own world day?!!!CheersGrant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Stock Posted November 26, 2013 Share Posted November 26, 2013 So on the RHD cars the ignition key goes in the dash? Did not know that.No, the key goes into the lock on the steering wheel shaft on RHD too. The steering wheel centre piece in the photo is a variation too. But, not criticising - do what you need to do with the resources that are/were available to keep these heritage vehicles on the road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39BuickEight Posted November 27, 2013 Share Posted November 27, 2013 No, the key goes into the lock on the steering wheel shaft on RHD too. The steering wheel centre piece in the photo is a variation too. But, not criticising - do what you need to do with the resources that are/were available to keep these heritage vehicles on the road.Ok, I know little about these cars compared to most of you, and that just stood out when I noticed it.I'll be uploading some welding photos to my cars thread soon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted November 28, 2013 Share Posted November 28, 2013 (edited) Some interesting photos (in facebook.com) of 1939 46C being restored. 247 phtotoshttps://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.591823907513038.1073741825.143464999015600&type=1But why after spending many $ did they not put in an original style interior ? Edited November 29, 2013 by 1939_buick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 39cent Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 OK finally got signed back in, been outside lookin in, and finally got my password right this time. Been messin with Buick straight 8,s for a long time, but dont know it all so if I get somethin wrong just yell at me! Any way at this point I have a 39 Buick Century 4dr I was lucky to be the 3rd owner so its 99% original cept the engine [a little bit]. Also a 39' Century coupe [project], a 39 Chevy 2dr with 261 engine, and last a 32 ford 2dr [project]. anyway glad to be back DaveM 39cent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39BuickEight Posted November 30, 2013 Share Posted November 30, 2013 39 Buick and a 32 Ford, that's how it's done Dave! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynaflash8 Posted December 14, 2013 Share Posted December 14, 2013 Doesn't seem to be many posts here lately. Where is everybody? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted December 15, 2013 Share Posted December 15, 2013 It's that time of the year for me when I hardly get time to scratch myself.Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Grant Magrath Posted December 16, 2013 Share Posted December 16, 2013 Yeah, I'd say everyone's busy. Plenty of old stuff, as in pre-30's though.Merry Christmas!!Grant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rexbuick Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Hi Guys,after a long absence from the Buick scene, 2014 is going to be the year of the "39 Buick" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Welcome back Rex !!Always room for another " '39 Buick Team Member ", especially an Aussie !!Happy New Year mate. Is Will still working on his '39 ??Did you ever get around to making a towbar for the beast ??Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rexbuick Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Hi Danny,Happy New Year to you and the family, I haven't seen Will for a few years, but I catch up with him on facebook, its must still be a work in progressThe tow bar is still just a thought, I was going to build a teardrop camper, but ended up with a 18 foot 1970 Franklin Caravan which I needed to buy a Landcruiser to tow it !!Hopefully a teardrop is in the future !!Rex Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 39cent Posted January 8, 2014 Share Posted January 8, 2014 (edited) Doesn't seem to be many posts here lately. Where is everybody?Say Dynaflash8! or anybody, I,m in need of the stainless trim that goes around the sidemount covers on my 39. Was looking at 'chasing classic cars' saw some on a 35 Packard, so figured I'd try Kanter. Well they said they had no sidemount parts for Buicks. Well I went thru the fact that sidemounts are pretty similar cuz they cover wheels, they might have something close. I felt a 'chill' and then knew I'd have to go, "chasing classic parts". I know nos trim is made of unabtainium, so thought i,d give you a buzz. or anybody DaveM Edited January 8, 2014 by 39cent addtion (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 39cent Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Say Dynaflash8! or anybody, I,m in need of the stainless trim that goes around the sidemount covers on my 39. Was looking at 'chasing classic cars' saw some on a 35 Packard, so figured I'd try Kanter. Well they said they had no sidemount parts for Buicks. Well I went thru the fact that sidemounts are pretty similar cuz they cover wheels, they might have something close. I felt a 'chill' and then knew I'd have to go, "chasing classic parts". I know nos trim is made of unabtainium, so thought i,d give you a buzz. or anybody DaveM hmm havnt been able to find anything on stainless side mount stuff they look pretty much the same as many other makes, so I figured someone was making them. Mine are not too bad but they have holes for mirrors mounted on top and want to delete them, can they be welded up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Grant Magrath Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Yep! Stainless can be welded up ok! We have a guy in town who restores stainless trim. He also does plastic welding, etc. I guess he had to move with the times....CheersGrant Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 39Limited Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I found your posts in my attempt to research a 1939 Buick Limited. I am trying to learn anything I can about a 39 that has been sitting in a garage waiting restoration since 1980. Is there anyone that can provide information on decoding the eight digit VIN? I need to know what I have. Any help will be appreciated from a group that seem quite knowledgeable in what I have read so far. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 (edited) I found your posts in my attempt to research a 1939 Buick Limited. I am trying to learn anything I can about a 39 that has been sitting in a garage waiting restoration since 1980. Is there anyone that can provide information on decoding the eight digit VIN? I need to know what I have. Any help will be appreciated from a group that seem quite knowledgeable in what I have read so far.Welcome to forum. And you can join the '39 teamYour car will not a VIN as we know them today. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_Identification_NumberIt will/should have a- frame number on a plate riveted to the the frame near the starter motor- an engine number near the distributor- a data plate on the firewall., Should have 39-49xx, unique body number and have codes for paint & trim (xx= depends on the style)If you list and/or photgraph we and/or Sean1997 can decodeInformation on VIN & other usefull threads for 1939 owners can be found in Post 5Edit: Moved VIN info to post 5 for future reference Edited March 1, 2014 by 1939_buick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvelde Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Welcome 39Limited, we always like having a new '39 owner to share stories and photos with. Hope you will post some more information about your new car along with lots of photos and details about what you are working on as you get into the cars' resurrection from the long sleep.Enjoy, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lunchbox_xx Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Welcome to the club. Please post some pics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest 39Limited Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Welcome to forum. And you can join the '39 teamYour car will not a VIN as we know them today. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vehicle_Identification_NumberIt will/should have a- frame number on a plate riveted to the the frame near the starter motor- an engine number near the distributor- a data plate on the firewall., Should have 39-49xx, unique body number and have codes for paint & trim (xx= depends on the style)If you list and/or photgraph we and/or Sean1997 can decodeInformation on VIN & other usefull threads for 1939 owners can be found in Post 5Edit: Moved VIN info to post 5 for future referenceThanks, here are some pictures I took with my phone today. I included a picture of the data plate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lunchbox_xx Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Great lookin car Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sean1997 Posted March 3, 2014 Share Posted March 3, 2014 1939 MOD. 90STYLE No. 39-4923BODY No. 381TRIM No. 712PAINT No. 530MO. DAY YEAR1939 MOD. 901939 = 1939 model yearMOD. 90 = Buick model number = 4-door touring sedanSTYLE No. 39-4923 = Fisher body style number39 = 1939 model year49234 = Buick9 = Series 9023 = 4-door touring sedan - trunk back, 8-passengerBODY No. 381 = 381st 4923 built at Flint, MITRIM No. 712 = Tan Bedford Cord, available on Model 90 and 91PAINT No. 530 = Carlsbad BlackNot sure what the K stamped in the upper right corner means. On 1937 and 1938 tags a hand stamped letter indicated the optional dash or wood graining color and a hand stamped 6 indicated 6 wheel configuration. I've seen the hand stamped K on 1939 model 41, 41A, 81F, and 90 Flint built cars. I've also seen K and O.K. hand stamped on some 1940 and 1941 tags for Flint built cars as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
39pickels Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 I'll join your group if you help each other. 39pickels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted June 4, 2014 Share Posted June 4, 2014 I'll join your group if you help each other. 39pickelsWelcome aboard. Just go to the instructions in post 3 to joinAnd we like photos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jvelde Posted June 5, 2014 Share Posted June 5, 2014 I'll join your group if you help each other. 39pickelsYou will find '39 Team Buick members are the most helpful on the Forum. All you have to do is post your issue or question and put '39 Buick somewhere in the post's title and you will get responses from knowledgeable '39 owners. Look forward to seeing photos and hearing about your car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danhar1960 Posted June 5, 2014 Share Posted June 5, 2014 Greetings and welcome aboard 39pickles.Tell us about your beasty.Danny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest LarsG Posted July 28, 2015 Share Posted July 28, 2015 Hi!! It is suggested that I join this Buick 39 Group but HOW shall I proceed?? Can anybody help? ThanksLarsg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1939_Buick Posted July 29, 2015 Share Posted July 29, 2015 It is suggested that I join this Buick 39 Group but HOW shall I proceed?? Can anybody help? Just as post 3 to change the text under your name!You qualify To be a member you need an appreciation of '39 Buick's. Apart from that, no other requirements. The '39 Buick Team only exists here in the forum.To join edit the text under your name to '39 Buick Team Member. That's all it isClick on your name (top right)My settingsProfile settingsProfile info: add '39 Team memberThen shows under you name in a post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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