1939_Buick 236 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39BuickEight 684 Posted November 26, 2013 So on the RHD cars the ignition key goes in the dash? Did not know that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grant Magrath 3 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Terry Stock 10 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39BuickEight 684 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! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1939_Buick 236 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) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39cent 0 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39BuickEight 684 Posted November 30, 2013 39 Buick and a 32 Ford, that's how it's done Dave! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dynaflash8 791 Posted December 14, 2013 Doesn't seem to be many posts here lately. Where is everybody? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danhar1960 9 Posted December 15, 2013 It's that time of the year for me when I hardly get time to scratch myself.Danny Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grant Magrath 3 Posted December 16, 2013 Yeah, I'd say everyone's busy. Plenty of old stuff, as in pre-30's though.Merry Christmas!!Grant Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rexbuick 10 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" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danhar1960 9 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rexbuick 10 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39cent 0 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) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39cent 0 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? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Grant Magrath 3 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 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39Limited 10 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1939_Buick 236 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) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jvelde 230 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, Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunchbox_xx 10 Posted March 1, 2014 Welcome to the club. Please post some pics Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39Limited 10 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lunchbox_xx 10 Posted March 2, 2014 Great lookin car Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sean1997 178 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
39pickels 10 Posted June 4, 2014 I'll join your group if you help each other. 39pickels Share this post Link to post Share on other sites