PaulHonore Posted February 25, 2022 Share Posted February 25, 2022 New to the forums, I’m down under in Victoria, Australia and will no doubt be reaching out to the US for parts availability shortly as I and a few mates have embarked on a mechanical restoration of my Pontiac. Mechanical because the body is in great shape and with a few rub downs in places and a coating of boiled linseed I reckon I can register her and take a run down to the General Store once a week.. I know it isn’t going to be that straightforward and will be looking for the following parts once an outsourced block and head reconditioning have proven she’s up to the task. I reckon a full set of gaskets. Replacement Radiator Carby kit Belts Door handles Window and other rubbers I’ll update this forum as I go and as other requirements come up. If anyone could be so kind as to point me in the direction of sources for the above, or if you have anything for sale.. We are all ears down here! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
straight8pontiac Posted February 26, 2022 Share Posted February 26, 2022 Good morning Paul, Olson Gaskets is a source for your motor gaskets. Looks fairly complete for 1937 Pontiac from their website. "info@olsongaskets.com" as well as phone 360-871-1207 Washington State USA. Steele Rubber for door and window rubber products. They list a number of items for 1937 Pontiac at "steelerubber.com" and 704-483-9343 Denver, North Carolina USA Forum member "carbking" at "thecarburetorshop.com" is an excellent resource of both knowledge and carb kits. Belts possibly from a parts store such as NAPA. Forum member "the handleman" (I believe that's his name) may be a source for door handles. These are not the only resources but this is a good start on your restoration. Good luck and keep us posted... Dave 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kornkurt Posted February 28, 2022 Share Posted February 28, 2022 I can help you with many of the engine parts you will need. The first thing I would tell you is do not grind the crank or bore the block until you have the bearings and pistons in hand. Some of the sizes are very hard if not impossible, so do your homework. Once you know some of the engine parts and sizes you need, send me an email. kelsey@prairieinet.net or call 641-648-9086. I take Visa, Mastercard and would be happy to ship to Australia by US mail. Thanks! Kurt Kelsey Antique Pontiac Parts 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rodneybeauchamp Posted March 4, 2022 Share Posted March 4, 2022 Hi Paul, welcome to the forum. The six cylinder Pontiac was sold in good numbers down under so there may still be sources here. I rebuilt a couple of side valve sixes many years ago (1940 Silver Streak) and sourced most parts (bearings gaskets valves pistons) within Australia thou no doubt a few of those sources no longer exist. Relatively easy motor to work on but they are heavy. When rebuilt properly they are nice and smooth and quiet runners. Good luck and enjoy! Rodney 😀😀😀😀😀😀 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RussJagoau Posted March 11, 2022 Share Posted March 11, 2022 Hi Paul, Good looking car for a project. I have 2 Pontiac Chieftains , 1951 and a 53 version both built in Aus. I have acquired a few spare engines and gearboxes, gasket sets valves etc. Gates TR 24403 fan belt is the correct fan drive belt for my models as it has the 3/4" cross section and i confident that will fit your model as well. Anyhow if i can be of any help pls just message me. Rgds Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geordie H Posted March 18, 2022 Share Posted March 18, 2022 (edited) Hi everyone, no longer restoring my 37 sedan. If anyone is interested let me know. Would prefer to sell as a whole. Not part out. Overall in great shape. Engine not seized. Almost all original. Including rims and caps. no mods stored indoors for 40 yrs. would love for it to go to a great home. DM if you would like more information. Working on a 38 chev now G Edited March 18, 2022 by Geordie H (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norman Biggs Posted February 2 Share Posted February 2 On 2/25/2022 at 5:00 PM, PaulHonore said: New to the forums, I’m down under in Victoria, Australia and will no doubt be reaching out to the US for parts availability shortly as I and a few mates have embarked on a mechanical restoration of my Pontiac. Mechanical because the body is in great shape and with a few rub downs in places and a coating of boiled linseed I reckon I can register her and take a run down to the General Store once a week.. I know it isn’t going to be that straightforward and will be looking for the following parts once an outsourced block and head reconditioning have proven she’s up to the task. I reckon a full set of gaskets. Replacement Radiator Carby kit Belts Door handles Window and other rubbers I’ll update this forum as I go and as other requirements come up. If anyone could be so kind as to point me in the direction of sources for the above, or if you have anything for sale.. We are all ears down here! That looks just like mine did. Have fun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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