Topper1961 Posted March 20, 2018 Author Share Posted March 20, 2018 On 26.1.2018 at 5:15 AM, Ted Nagel said: Just buy the 64 Wildcat duals. These wagons are on a 46000 chassis, not the LeSabre's. I put the single exhaust on mine, just cause I'm a crazy person. Waldron's Then there were two! I go crazy as well. Will stick to the original singles exhaust! You all convinced me, one way or another! Go stock! Joern 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted March 20, 2018 Author Share Posted March 20, 2018 Update! More rust to fix. On the positive side, the Super Turbine 400 back from the Transmission guy. Detailed and ready to be mounted when the time comes. Complete overhaul $785.00 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dei Posted March 20, 2018 Share Posted March 20, 2018 Curious about that corner of the black '58 I see in the shot with the '57. Which model is it? Any pictures? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CORVAIRWILD Posted March 20, 2018 Share Posted March 20, 2018 $785 seem steep to me. I bought a rebuilt 700R4 without returning the core, and the guy put in all the best quality parts and a shift kit and it was $900 out the door. The 400 would perform better with a shift kit, but it's not necessary, especially for a weekend show car, and all the stock hard parts are more than adequate, whereas the 700 needed a few update parts, especially since I use it in a four-wheel-drive Suburban and I tow heavy loads. I towed both this junk S10 plow truck, and they almost drunk Mercedes a total of 200 miles on Sunday. On the road from 10 a.m. to 1 a.m. I was stopped by the state police at 11 p.m. in Vermont for going too slow on the interstate so, I told him I was peddling as fast as I could Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted January 24, 2019 Author Share Posted January 24, 2019 Long time with out posting any update or progress on the wagon or the 57 coupe. Been fully occupied at work, family other. Time to post some pictures.. Primer on, lot of works done on frame, suspension, brakes. Went for an upgrade to front disc-brakes and complete VIKING 64 BB full size Buick shocks and coil-overs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted January 24, 2019 Author Share Posted January 24, 2019 More pictures........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted January 24, 2019 Author Share Posted January 24, 2019 Interior parts luggage compartment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted January 24, 2019 Author Share Posted January 24, 2019 Color, finally decided to go for Claret Mist with the original Fawn interior from the parts car. A lot of masking on the doors 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted January 24, 2019 Author Share Posted January 24, 2019 Some picture of a 64 Buick in Claret Mist, I think the deep red will match the trim and chrome quite well. Also a picture of the Tachometer, rebuilt for the Pertronix Flame Thrower coil and electronic ignition Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted January 24, 2019 Author Share Posted January 24, 2019 Factory Tachometer, the HEAVY rear axle with Posi Track and other parts 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1965rivgs Posted January 25, 2019 Share Posted January 25, 2019 Wow, just starting reading this thread, very cool... Tom Mooney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted March 23, 2019 Author Share Posted March 23, 2019 Some update! The bad valve cover fixed, velded and the seam grinded down, ready for some fine adjustment and polishing, can`t wait to see the result from the polishing guy☺️ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted March 23, 2019 Author Share Posted March 23, 2019 The KX code Super Wildcat back from rebuilt, painted and again connected with the TH 400 Super Turbine. Now back were it belong. One bad head, but my friend Art where able to get hold of a correct one including casting number. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted March 23, 2019 Author Share Posted March 23, 2019 (edited) Got hold of a close to correct Delco Remy Voltage Regulator 1119515 4C from EBay, only one month from the original which is dated 4B. will keep the old for possible future restoration. Also got the corrct fuel filter AC Delco GF-96. Last, new repro FAWN Park and Brake Pad Rubber Edited March 23, 2019 by Topper1961 (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted March 23, 2019 Author Share Posted March 23, 2019 Last for to day, some pictures of the paint coming on to the roof. 3 coats of base and 4 clear. Very shiny and DEEEEP! Will look great when the new chromed roof rack and all the Deluxe side trim comes on. Color seems to fit the car perfect. Two last pictures for the compares 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnD1956 Posted March 24, 2019 Share Posted March 24, 2019 favorite Buick color! sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Harwood Posted March 24, 2019 Share Posted March 24, 2019 As a wagon guy, I have to say that's going to be one spectacular family truckster. Nice work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted March 24, 2019 Author Share Posted March 24, 2019 (edited) Thanks guys, appreciate your comments. Had several rounds with my wife, my friend Art and myself before picking this color. It was this or the original Sunburst yellow with a dark brown in the lower area like this one on the attached picture...... For my 57 Buick friends, I`m still on and my 66R with the 3 speed stick shift is coming closer to the finish line. Some interior work left, headliner, seats, detailing.. Edited March 24, 2019 by Topper1961 Correcting pictures (see edit history) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KongaMan Posted March 24, 2019 Share Posted March 24, 2019 (edited) IMHO, the chrome and stainless trim pop a lot more against the dark color. It really accentuates the lines. Edited March 24, 2019 by KongaMan (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted March 24, 2019 Author Share Posted March 24, 2019 1 hour ago, KongaMan said: IMHO, the chrome and stainless trim pop a lot more against the dark color. It really accentuates the lies. Being a non native speaker, I'm just curious what you mean with your last comment? "It really accentuates the lies." Thanks Joern Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KongaMan Posted March 24, 2019 Share Posted March 24, 2019 It's a typo... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted March 25, 2019 Share Posted March 25, 2019 Nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted May 30, 2019 Author Share Posted May 30, 2019 (edited) Some update on the Looong Roof. Things are moving, but I also see that it starting to get a challenge to get good trimparts, like front fender trim moldings and so on. It`s all in the details. However some new pictures. Edited May 30, 2019 by Topper1961 (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted May 30, 2019 Author Share Posted May 30, 2019 Deep rich color, will be perfect when wet sanded and polished. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Topper1961 Posted May 30, 2019 Author Share Posted May 30, 2019 Dashboard back in tilt steering, NOS Sonomatic radio, and a complete new wiring harness. My good fiend Art was able to get a decent price since they now have the original as a model for future ones. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 Howdy how! Over in Tempe Phonix spending some time with cars. some updated pictures on the wagon and the 57 Coupe. The need the seats, doorpanels done. Material already ready from SMS fabrics. Also need to order a new carpet. When thats doen it is just some minor work at it will be ready to ship. The wagon is soon ready to fire up, the valvecovers came out really nice. All painting is almost complete and the color is very rich and deep. Think it was a good choice. What we realized as that the parts car I bought has saved me for thousands of dollars in parts and labour. Still have parts for sale - to much to make a list! Still there is a lot to do, amazing was actually how good the rear (third) seatrow backrest came out just after a proper soap and water scrub. Seems like we are able to use most of the interipor from the partscar. Here comes some pictures of my cars and some other intersting cars that my buddy Art is working on right now. Most interesting is that the 63 Bonneville wagon (fully optioned) is more well designed and have way more luxury interior than the Buick. Thought Buick was supposed to at the higher end. Joern 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 A 58 limited Art is working on for a customer! Life threats Buicks good in Arizona! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 Painted and wet sanded and clearcoated 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 Third backseat after cleaning! The quality of the vinyl is impressing, the could produce real good stuff back then... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 Trailer hitch, a factory accessory with right part number. Number match the onne in my Trailer Hitch brochure. Ready to go the chrome plater. This is a class 1 hitch - no heavy duty. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 Last thing I did today was to take the VIN tag of the parts car (I collect them). I have heard stories that the factory did hide the spear key underneath them, and voila there it was, and it still work in the doorlock and the glovebox lock, thats BUICK guys.. quality for life! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 1, 2019 Author Share Posted August 1, 2019 Testing key in the door, amazing after all this years what you can find and experience 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lancemb Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 7 hours ago, Topper1961 said: Last thing I did today was to take the VIN tag of the parts car (I collect them). I have heard stories that the factory did hide the spear key underneath them, and voila there it was, and it still work in the doorlock and the glovebox lock, thats BUICK guys.. quality for life! That's crazy! I've never heard of that! And fact that you confirmed such a case? Mind blown... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt Harwood Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 17 minutes ago, lancemb said: That's crazy! I've never heard of that! And fact that you confirmed such a case? Mind blown... This. I never heard of such a thing, but there it is. Too cool! PS: Still in love with this wagon. Can't wait to see it finished! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted August 1, 2019 Share Posted August 1, 2019 Very interesting concerning the key under the VIN. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 2, 2019 Author Share Posted August 2, 2019 (edited) Thanks for your comments! Cleaned up the key for fun today, like the great slogan the had on the key! YOUR KEY TO GREATER VALUE! Interesting, but no key under the VIN tag on the KX wagon, might have since it has been bent up some times in the past? Edited August 2, 2019 by Topper1961 Correcting text (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 2, 2019 Author Share Posted August 2, 2019 (edited) Since I`m here enjoying the burning sun in Tempe AZ, I decide to take a closer look at the California Balck plates that came with the KX wagon. I will restore the better one, and the other just clean, clearcote and have it on the wall in the garage back home. Went to my friends at Metro Plating, Kim and Chuck, and while having a great reunion chat, Kim arranged stripping of the better one. Went and bought some yellow color for the letters. Hope I got the correct one, looked at several forums and most of them lean towards schoolbus yellow or Caterpillar yellow. I picked neither, tried with help of the guys at the paint shop find one as similar as possible based on close to ten pictures. Going to be fun to see if it will look okay. Great to have the original licence plate from 1963. Car was registered in December 1963, El Cajun California. Edited August 2, 2019 by Topper1961 Correcting text (see edit history) 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topper1961 Posted August 3, 2019 Author Share Posted August 3, 2019 (edited) Do anybody know which month they started with stickers on California Black plates in 64, and did that include a sticker with the month on the left side? I found reproduced stickers on Ebay, question is what color should the months have in 1964 ? My buddy Art told me that the licence plates where produced in different Prisons in California by the imprisoned! Thereby a possible explanation that the YELLOW color on the plates could vary . Edited August 3, 2019 by Topper1961 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eric wohlberg Posted May 10, 2020 Share Posted May 10, 2020 Afternoon every one. Just battled the frt end of my 64 Estate. With the sole use of hand tools.. I put a set of MOOG springs up front and the car came up which is good. Any help on a load + rear set would be appreciated. BTW I have a good set of 90 Fin drums ( still in spec). Thought they would be bolt on replacements for the 45 Fin drums on the car, as probably every but me knows, the 90 Fin drums have a deeper lip design and they would not fit.... Happy Mother's Day. EW Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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