J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 I just purchased this 1925 Buick Standard Six Four Passenger Coupe from an estate.It was restored in the '80's and hasn't run for 25 years,so getting it going may be interesting.I posted a question in the forum "Technical" section last night regarding correct running board matting and moldings,and received a quick response.Thank you. This car was supposedly purchased new by a doctor,who requested that no right front seat be supplied.There is no trace on the original floor boards of there ever having been a RF seat.Has anyone here ever heard of a "seat delete" option ? How would one find out how many of these Model 25-6-28 coupes have survived? I'm new to this forum but not the hobby,having owned old cars for over 55 years. This car will share the garage with a 1921 Chevrolet roadster pickup,a big 1929 McLaughlin-Buick Close-Coupled sedan (2941),a nice original 1940 Packard 110 coupe,and several 1970's vintage GMs. I'm looking forward to hearing from some of you fellows with the same affliction that I have. Jim 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Mark Shaw 1,680 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 JH, A very nice find indeed. To determine how many still exist, you may need to get the various directories from the BCA, AACA, etc. and count them. I see only one listed in the BCA directory from Indiana, but the BCA roster has recently been questioned for accuracy. The HCCA only lists pre-1916 cars, so it is no help. I do not have an AACA directory, so maybe others could check for you. Link to post Share on other sites
alsancle 4,817 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Very nice. Link to post Share on other sites
Brian_Heil 1,531 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 (edited) Welcome Jim! Join the BCA if you have not done so already. Also, use the search feature on this Forum. Lots of issues have been discussed in detail that will help you. Edited July 22, 2017 by Brian_Heil (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
Gary W 1,506 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Congratulations and you've come to the right place! These guys are first rate and very knowledgeable! I bought my first Buick November (2016) and this forum has been the best help throughout the restoration! Many safe miles to you! Link to post Share on other sites
Thriller 1,233 Posted July 21, 2017 Share Posted July 21, 2017 Nice. My McLaughlin-Buick 29-51 is presently being worked on...similar to yours but 8" longer wheelbase. Definitely an affliction...counting parts cars, I think I'm at 19 Buicks now. Just dealt with the registration today of the latest acquisition and will pick it up tomorrow afternoon. Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted July 22, 2017 Author Share Posted July 22, 2017 51 minutes ago, Thriller said: Nice. My McLaughlin-Buick 29-51 is presently being worked on...similar to yours but 8" longer wheelbase. Definitely an affliction...counting parts cars, I think I'm at 19 Buicks now. Just dealt with the registration today of the latest acquisition and will pick it up tomorrow afternoon. I assume your 29-51 is the one listed in the Silver Anniversary Buick Club roster. I'd like to see some photos of it sometime.These are the only '29 McLaughlin-Buick close- coupled that I'm aware of. Link to post Share on other sites
Thriller 1,233 Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 I'm pretty sure Lind Coop has one. There are seven 29-51 and three 29-41 listed in the BCA roster. I rhink there may may be some photos in the Me And My Buick forum. I will have to take a look later. Link to post Share on other sites
Thriller 1,233 Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Here's the only thread I found. Obviously I need to address the PhotoBucker account. i didn't find the one specific to the 1929...I will have to get back at it later. Link to post Share on other sites
Pete Phillips 2,014 Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Didn't these coupes have a swivel-out right front seat that was stored under the right side of the dashboard? One of those would be easy to remove. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Terry Wiegand 1,884 Posted July 22, 2017 Share Posted July 22, 2017 Pete, our 1920 K-46 Coupe has the small seat that swings out for the right front passenger to sit on and face the back seat passengers(s). It is attached to the front of the right door column and swings under the dash when not used. Our 1922 Model 48 has a 'Pullman' type of folding seat that folds up beneath the dash when not in use and very much aids in entry and getting out of the rear seat area for passengers. Terry Wiegand South Hutchinson, Kansas Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted July 22, 2017 Author Share Posted July 22, 2017 I would like to find a right front folding seat (and mounting brackets) that would work on the Buick.I'll place an ad on this forum and see what if anything comes up. Jim Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted July 26, 2017 Author Share Posted July 26, 2017 Got the 1925 Buick home today.Had to let most of the air out of the rear tires and have a guy stand on the back of it to get it in the trailer (and out).With a fresh battery,it turns over freely,and even the lights and horn work.I'm very pleasantly surprised after it sat for 25 years.We'll clean out the fuel system and should be driving it soon. Jim 1 2 Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 A good wax job sure brought out her colors ! 4 Link to post Share on other sites
ROD W 298 Posted July 27, 2017 Share Posted July 27, 2017 Beautiful, love the interior. Didn,t realise you had kangaroo,s in Canada. Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted July 27, 2017 Author Share Posted July 27, 2017 (edited) There's a story behind that,Rod.I had a friend in Kooma,NSW with whom I exchanged parts for our 1925 Oldsmobiles.He sent me a magazine commemorating a big vintage car rally there.The local transportation ministry sponsored a full page ad,showing most of Australia's road signs,including the Kangaroo crossing sign.I advised my friend that I just had to have one of those ! He discovered that a nearby 3M plant made the mactac sign,which was then attached to a metal back with a vacuum sealing process.He sent me the mactac in a mailing tube.A body shop made the metal back,complete with rolled edges,and another friend worked at a nearby public utilities garage that had a vacuum mounting machine.Voila ! It may be the only roo crossing sign in Canada,mate. Edited September 27, 2017 by J.H.Boland (see edit history) 2 Link to post Share on other sites
Rogethat 1 Posted August 20, 2017 Share Posted August 20, 2017 My brother has the 25 coupe in Indiana listed in the BCA directory. We are in the process of trying to get it back on the road. When I spoke to him about your question of how many back on the road he stated he only knew of 1 other one in California but not sure if it is still there or not. I hope we can get the one he owns to look as great as yours does. Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 Pulled her out in the sunshine for a few less cluttered photos. Hope to get the mechanical bugs out soon. 4 Link to post Share on other sites
Mark Shaw 1,680 Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 What bugs do you have? Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted August 26, 2017 Author Share Posted August 26, 2017 Stale 25 year old fuel for starters.The fuel system is now cleaned out,except the carb,which I hope I won't have to touch. Timing seems to be the current issue.I've managed a couple of backfires through the carb, but that's it.I found a step by step formula for checking and setting timing on this forum,but I'll wait for my mechanic to get back from holidays next week. Link to post Share on other sites
Hubert_25-25 1,633 Posted August 26, 2017 Share Posted August 26, 2017 Jim, Your car sure does look great. I would be surprised if you don't need to go thru the carburetor. The air valve is probably not closing all the way and you will likely need to smooth file on the venture block to flatten it again. (pot metal expansion). There are several right ups on Marvel carbs on the forum. Several places have Nitrophil floats too. Hugh Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted August 26, 2017 Author Share Posted August 26, 2017 You're probably right Hugh. It doesn't look bad in the float bowl but should be cleaned out.I haven't heard about Nitrophil floats before.I could use one of those on my '29 McLaughlin-Buick .Seems the ethanol ate the varnish off the cork float over the winter, causing it to saturate with fuel and stay on the bottom of the bowl. A nearby Hudson collector supplied me with another cork float. Jim Link to post Share on other sites
sligermachine 390 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 AWESOME CAR kyle Link to post Share on other sites
BuicksBuicks 122 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 I don't recall when alcohol was mandated in gas but if there is some of this mixture in the tank, there's a high probability of tank rust. If there's rust it will find its way to the carburetor. My 37 Buick sat for years with this alcohol gas in the tank and necessitated cutting the tank in half, sand blasting, and coating. There was enough rust in the tank to fill two small milk containers. Beyond that I love your new car. Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted January 7, 2018 Author Share Posted January 7, 2018 Since this original post, I have the car pretty well sorted out.The entire fuel system was cleaned out and the tank sealed with ethanol-proof sealer.It pays to read the manual if you are having issues.It wouldn't start after getting everything sorted (I thought).I assumed (assume- makes an ass out of "u" and me) that the firing order would be 1-5-3-6-2-4 but it's 1-4-2-6-3-5.A quick switch of the plug wires and it fired right up. Considerable detailing was done to make it more period correct.A right front seat has been fabricated to replace the missing one.It runs strong,but will now have to wait for spring to really stretch it's legs.Special thanks again to all those on this forum that helped with info. Jim 3 Link to post Share on other sites
jeff_a 390 Posted January 7, 2018 Share Posted January 7, 2018 (edited) J.H., Have you got a nice top hat for the compartment in the rear? Then you´ll be all set. You´re probably closer to an Opera House than I am. J.B. Edited January 7, 2018 by jeff_a (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted January 7, 2018 Author Share Posted January 7, 2018 12 minutes ago, jeff_a said: J.H., Have you got a nice top hat for the compartment in the rear? Then you´ll be all set. You´re probably closer to an Opera House than I am. J.B. I've considered a top hat for a prop,but haven't found one 7 3/8 or 7 1/2 sized. I do have a doctor's bag and stethoscope as it was originally a doctor's car. Jim Link to post Share on other sites
Terry Wiegand 1,884 Posted January 8, 2018 Share Posted January 8, 2018 Jim, could you do some of us guys on here a favor? Could you please take a photo or two of the floorboard heater grille for us? My 1922 Model 48 Coupe has a factory authorized, Perfection Exhaust Heater in it (and it works quite well I'll have you know) but, what we can barely see in the one photo is the shape of the grille. Mine is flat and about 9 X 13 inches. I am just curious as to what you have in your car. Thank you in advance Terry Wiegand South Hutchinson, Kansas Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted January 8, 2018 Author Share Posted January 8, 2018 Hi Terry The Perfection heater was original to this car also,but was not installed when the car was restored.We found the heater with boxes of parts that came with another car from the same estate. The control in front of the driver's seat was still there.I restored the grill and installed it,but the "element" isn't in place.I don't have the valve or the plumbing for it.I understand that these cars had dual tail pipes ,one being the heater exit.Attached are photos of the control,the grill,and the heater element. Jim 1 Link to post Share on other sites
KWalker 2 Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Someone give me some feedback on what I should do with a 1929 Buick. It’s far from being restored. It’s in pieces and much of the wooden frame for the cowling and other parts are rotten. Link to post Share on other sites
Leif Holmberg 339 Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 KWalker. If you want some help don`t start here.Start your own new topic that are yours. Your questions will be hard to find here under 1925 Buick coupe topic. Leif in Sweden. 1 1 Link to post Share on other sites
C Carl 1,806 Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Welcome, KWalker ! By all means start your own topic. You can get all the help you need from the great Buick guys here. They are extremely active and generous of their time. In order to have a meaningful dialog here, please take the time to post a great many high quality pictures. This will take several postings, as we are limited to just under 10mb per posting. Also a good introduction as to your abilities, skills, and expectations will be valuable to ongoing progress. Good to have you with us in AACA. - Carl Link to post Share on other sites
KWalker 2 Posted October 29, 2018 Share Posted October 29, 2018 Thank you. I will try to post some pics soon. I began a new thread. Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted February 9, 2019 Author Share Posted February 9, 2019 On 1/7/2018 at 6:29 PM, jeff_a said: J.H., Have you got a nice top hat for the compartment in the rear? Then you´ll be all set. You´re probably closer to an Opera House than I am. J.B. We now display the car with top hat, silver tipped cane, and kid gloves. Also recently added a flip top dog-bone rad cap and an accessory front bumper will be ready soon. 5 Link to post Share on other sites
jeff_a 390 Posted February 9, 2019 Share Posted February 9, 2019 That's a really nice detail with the top hat. I heard about someone with an Opera Coupe a few years ago who was convinced the top hat compartment was a bin for ice & champagne, so he found a square plastic trash bin that fit in there for a liner and drove around with ice and a bottle of bubbly. Maybe a few people carried booze in those during Prohibition...but my grandpa woulda had a gallon of grain alcohol. Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted February 10, 2019 Author Share Posted February 10, 2019 5 hours ago, jeff_a said: That's a really nice detail with the top hat. I heard about someone with an Opera Coupe a few years ago who was convinced the top hat compartment was a bin for ice & champagne, so he found a square plastic trash bin that fit in there for a liner and drove around with ice and a bottle of bubbly. Maybe a few people carried booze in those during Prohibition...but my grandpa woulda had a gallon of grain alcohol. I once had a '29 Reo Flying Cloud opera coupe. The hat box had a false bottom,presumably for prohibition "bubbly" ! Link to post Share on other sites
Spinneyhill 1,430 Posted February 10, 2019 Share Posted February 10, 2019 I must be a philistine because I think it would look far better with black tires. The white pin stripes and those beautiful wheels disappear in a blaze of white tire. It is a beautiful car, very stylish. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
J.H.Boland 1,242 Posted February 10, 2019 Author Share Posted February 10, 2019 2 hours ago, Spinneyhill said: I must be a philistine because I think it would look far better with black tires. The white pin stripes and those beautiful wheels disappear in a blaze of white tire. It is a beautiful car, very stylish. If the day comes when I need to replace the tires, they will be black walls. I'm not keen on the whites either, but they were on it when I bought it. Jim Link to post Share on other sites
Spinneyhill 1,430 Posted February 10, 2019 Share Posted February 10, 2019 56 minutes ago, J.H.Boland said: If the day comes when I need to replace the tires, they will be black walls. I'm not keen on the whites either, but they were on it when I bought it. Jim Very good! Then I suppose the answer is to wear those ones out. That will be fun. 2 1 Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Atkinson 35 Posted February 11, 2019 Share Posted February 11, 2019 If you are looking for correctness, I believe white walls would be correct through 1926. 1 Link to post Share on other sites
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