Mudbone Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 (edited) Yes, I bought another 1955 Buick 66R. This car was totaled from a fire. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. This is all about the car and what can be saved. (The wire wheels were directly purchased by a friend of mine for his 56 Roadmaster) This is the first video of a series that I will post on Fridays and Tuesdays. (The seat springs and headlight buckets are sold) Enjoy! Edited November 30, 2023 by Mudbone (see edit history) 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KNUT Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 Sad story I must say. I am a 55 Century owner myself. However, if parting it out, did the car have power windows? I could need the window mechanism (motor is not important) for the drivers door for my 66C project. Thanks from Norway Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 11, 2023 Author Share Posted November 11, 2023 2 hours ago, KNUT said: Sad story I must say. I am a 55 Century owner myself. However, if parting it out, did the car have power windows? I could need the window mechanism (motor is not important) for the drivers door for my 66C project. Thanks from Norway Sorry, this car did not have any power windows, seat, brakes or steering. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 Possible short block for @old-tank? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sebastienbuick Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 (edited) Why isn't this Buick going to be restored ? We can see that this car was in superb condition (the frame is very clean, it is new, and everything else too). There is the interior to redo, the electrical harnesses, and the engine compartment. It's not a big job and this car can be driven again. It's a shame to sell the parts, instead of saving them. Edited November 11, 2023 by sebastienbuick (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted November 11, 2023 Share Posted November 11, 2023 Organ donor! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share Posted November 12, 2023 7 hours ago, sebastienbuick said: Why isn't this Buick going to be restored ? We can see that this car was in superb condition (the frame is very clean, it is new, and everything else too). There is the interior to redo, the electrical harnesses, and the engine compartment. It's not a big job and this car can be driven again. It's a shame to sell the parts, instead of saving them. No title, the roof is warped. You would need another complete car as a parts car to restore it. It is for sale without all the shiny stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbuickgs Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 What is the story on the engine and trans , the rear looks OK Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 12, 2023 Author Share Posted November 12, 2023 8 minutes ago, billbuickgs said: What is the story on the engine and trans , the rear looks OK Bill I was told the car had only 13,000 miles on it when it was restored back in 1992. (The engine was not rebuilt) There was some water in a few cylinders but when I did a scope it did not look too bad. I put Marvel Mystery oil in and it turns easy by hand. It turns over with the starter. I did a compression test today but I have to look at the numbers. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 14, 2023 Author Share Posted November 14, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #2. This is all about the car and what can be saved. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
billbuickgs Posted November 14, 2023 Share Posted November 14, 2023 I saw your listing on Ebay . looks good ! A lot of parts I could used , thinking ??? Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 15, 2023 Author Share Posted November 15, 2023 6 hours ago, billbuickgs said: I saw your listing on Ebay . looks good ! A lot of parts I could used , thinking ??? Bill I may try and get the engine running soon..... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
usnavystgc Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 18 hours ago, Mudbone said: I may try and get the engine running soon..... I'm still interested in the engine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 16 minutes ago, usnavystgc said: I'm still interested in the engine. Not as much as I'm interested in that engine!😁. You could have my broken engine. Cheap. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 18, 2023 Author Share Posted November 18, 2023 (edited) Burnt Buick Part #3. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Getting Dirty........... Edited November 18, 2023 by Mudbone (see edit history) 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 22, 2023 Author Share Posted November 22, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #4. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Further inspection and part removal! 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 25, 2023 Author Share Posted November 25, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #5. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Inspecting some Stainless! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted November 28, 2023 Author Share Posted November 28, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #6. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Pulling Front Bumper and Grill........ 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 1, 2023 Author Share Posted December 1, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #7. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Cleaning and inspecting the Front Bumper........ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 2, 2023 Author Share Posted December 2, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #7.5. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. This was supposed to be in part 7, so 7.5………….In Part 8, I will get to the engine........ 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 5, 2023 Author Share Posted December 5, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #8. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Can the engine be saved?........ 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmTee Posted December 6, 2023 Share Posted December 6, 2023 Are you planning to pull the oil pan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 7, 2023 Author Share Posted December 7, 2023 13 hours ago, EmTee said: Are you planning to pull the oil pan? No, I have someone wanting it the way it is. (Upcoming videos will show it running) 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 8, 2023 Author Share Posted December 8, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #9. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. I did a quick Bore Scope check of the cylinders......... 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 12, 2023 Author Share Posted December 12, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #10. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Compression Test......... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 15, 2023 Author Share Posted December 15, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #11. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Will it Run? 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted December 15, 2023 Share Posted December 15, 2023 Never any doubt. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 19, 2023 Author Share Posted December 19, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #12. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. Will it Run Part #2 (What is that noise?) 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosage Chavis Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 That car wants to live! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 That noise is definitely from a failing wrist pin. You need to send that engine to me before you blow it up. 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1842 Posted December 20, 2023 Share Posted December 20, 2023 So, seems like a good engine and trany. But the compression readings seemed odd seemed strange with readings over 200 psi on some cylinders and much lower on others. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 21, 2023 Author Share Posted December 21, 2023 2 hours ago, M1842 said: So, seems like a good engine and trany. But the compression readings seemed odd seemed strange with readings over 200 psi on some cylinders and much lower on others. I should have done one after I had it running. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 22, 2023 Author Share Posted December 22, 2023 Burnt Buick Part #13. If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. (Pull the Engine and trans) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1842 Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 Watched this morning and as you were lowering the transmission I thought to myself " If that was me doing it, I would probably have the trans fall off the jack". And then boom! I jumped! 😀 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 1 hour ago, M1842 said: Watched this morning and as you were lowering the transmission I thought to myself " If that was me doing it, I would probably have the trans fall off the jack". And then boom! I jumped! 😀 It only bounced once... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosage Chavis Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 Where is the body going? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old-tank Posted December 22, 2023 Share Posted December 22, 2023 What was the final decision on the engine mounts? I am in the process of removing the engine on mine and have noted that if it has power steering the LH exhaust manifold must be remove (only drops out the bottom) and if it has factory air the RH exhaust manifold must be removed. What are you using for lighting? All of my newer led lights glare in direct light but the shadows are no vision ( and all the cordless ones die when needed the most). My old 'drop lights' with incandescent bulbs seemed better, but both the lights and bulbs are hard to find. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 22, 2023 Author Share Posted December 22, 2023 3 hours ago, Kosage Chavis said: Where is the body going? It is now in California. (Next video) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 22, 2023 Author Share Posted December 22, 2023 2 hours ago, old-tank said: What was the final decision on the engine mounts? I am in the process of removing the engine on mine and have noted that if it has power steering the LH exhaust manifold must be remove (only drops out the bottom) and if it has factory air the RH exhaust manifold must be removed. What are you using for lighting? All of my newer led lights glare in direct light but the shadows are no vision ( and all the cordless ones die when needed the most). My old 'drop lights' with incandescent bulbs seemed better, but both the lights and bulbs are hard to find. I supported the trans, and I lifted it up and it just separated. (It may not go in that way) I have cheap LED light that looks like a florescent but is not. They blind me most of the time…… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbone Posted December 24, 2023 Author Share Posted December 24, 2023 Burnt Buick "Bonus video" If you know who originally owned this car, PLEASE keep it private. What was in the Glove Box? Doing a little cleaning in the garage this morning.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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