Anyone got a good rebuilder for 425 Nailhead and '64 front end in Oregon / WA

[Guest Scotsbass]

I have a one family owned California black-plate '64.  I've owned for about 6 Years. It's time for a complete motor rebuild and tweak and I just found out the guy who I was going to take it to is retiring...He was also doing the front end and other general bits (A/C restoration, Heater, Muffler system, etc...)

 

Anyone got any suggestions of good classic Buick mechanics in the Oregon (Portland ideally, but will travel) or Washington state.

 

Thanks in advance

 

Kind regards

 

Keith Temple.

[tenugent]

I used a reputal local machine shop in my area that does rebuilds.The guy doing the work touched base with Russ Martin(where I bought the parts)on the does and dont's on nailheads.All in about 3600 with me removing and installing motor.Hope this helps.T.Nugent road 12969...

[Pat Curran]

I am not familiar with anyone in your area but while doing your research, make sure whoever you select has had experience rebuilding nailheads.  I'm sure a good qualified mechanic can do the work but these are not small block Chevy's.

[lrlforfun]

OK Kieth: Again, Russ at Centerville in Grass Valley.  I am really surprised that nobody has mentioned him here as yet. Russ and his son Matt have done many and are somewhat close to you.  Mitch

 

http://nailheadbuick.com/

[Ted "Wildcat65" Nagel]

Nielsen Automotive LLC in Portland OR  (503) 254-4147  

[cjp69]

Nielsen Automotive LLC in Portland OR  (503) 254-4147  

 I believe Mike has closed his shop and retired.