http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php en Sat, 30 Aug 2008 11:43:52 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=45 Wed, 23 Jul 2008 23:53:54 GMT This car was sold new in Walla Walla, Washington by Moore Buick to Claudia V. Elkinton who lived at 607 North 4th and spent all of its life in Walla Walla. The car was purchased by John Staniford from Claudia’s son after she could no longer drive at the age of 85. John removed the fuel tank and had it cleaned out then had the carburetor rebuilt by a shop that specializes in classic car fuel systems. After the car was running John did a complete tune up including a new coil, distributor cap... This car was sold new in Walla Walla, Washington by Moore Buick to Claudia V. Elkinton who lived at 607 North 4th and spent all of its life in Walla Walla. The car was purchased by John Staniford from Claudia’s son after she could no longer drive at the age of 85.

John removed the fuel tank and had it cleaned out then had the carburetor rebuilt by a shop that specializes in classic car fuel systems. After the car was running John did a complete tune up including a new coil, distributor cap and rotor, new spark plugs and new plug wires.

Since there was a small leak from the radiator John had it re-cored and then replaced the thermostat and water pump to prevent any overheating problems. He also replaced all heater and radiator hoses. This paid off on the drive back from Everett as the car ran right in the middle of normal even though it was a hot day and idling in traffic didn’t bother it at all.

All of the stainless and chrome trim was removed as well as all of the old windows including the front windshield and three piece rear window. With everything off of the car it was turned over to a friend of his to paint.

While the car was in the shop getting painted John had all of the chrome trim re-plated except for the bumpers and tail light bezels which he thought were still good enough to use. He also had all of the stainless trim polished except the grille teeth.

Since the windshield and rear window need to be removed to install the head liner a new headliner was purchased and tacked into place in the front and rear area leaving the sides to be stretched into place later. New weather stripping purchased from Steele Rubber Products was fitted around the glass then a new windshield was installed. Another new weather strip from Steele was placed around a good used three piece rear window that was purchased from a Montana wrecking yard.

At this point I purchased the car and adjusted the valves to correct a noisy tappet, installed some temporary turn signals, checked the brakes and drove it about 45 miles home. As noted above it performed flawlessly.

After getting the car home the first thing to be installed were the side windows to make it more weather proof. All new window run channel and belt line “fuzzies” were sourced from Steele and installed, then new tempered glass side windows replaced the laminated glass originals and completed sealing out the big drafts. This means that all glass in the car has been replaced except for the rear window and as that was broken when John bought the car it was also replaced with a good used unit. The rear window is the only laminated glass remaining and it does not show any signs of delaminating so the glass should be good for another 56 years.

The tail light bezels were sent out for re-plating and the paint was color sanded with ultra fine then buffed with 3M heavy duty rubbing compound, then rebuffed with 3M finishing compound and it came out like glass, however the buffing process revealed a shallow crease in the right rear quarter panel that only shows up when you know its there.

To break up the tedious buffing process the trim was reinstalled as each section was finished and it all went well until the upper grille bar was unwrapped and it was discovered the wrong part had been returned after chroming. The part was for a 1949 Buick and it is totally different. Somewhere there must be another unhappy person but since a few years have passed there is no way to correct this except purchasing another grille bar and have it chromed.

A replacement grille bar was located and installed along with the grille and front bumper then the other grille bar was sold on EBay. The replacement bar looks good enough that it was just cleaned up and installed but to be perfect it would need to be re-chromed. Wally looks much better with his teeth in.

Since a new old stock set of fender skirts were located they were also installed to check the fit before painting them. ]]> Jim Carmichael http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=45 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=44 Tue, 15 Jul 2008 08:43:50 GMT I have one of these and am having an argument with siblings over authentication. Have spare motor that is supposedly a Stage 1. I was told car did not come with Stage 1. Need info for to authenticate. I have one of these and am having an argument with siblings over authentication. Have spare motor that is supposedly a Stage 1. I was told car did not come with Stage 1. Need info for to authenticate. ]]> ajhacksaw http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=44 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=43 Sat, 21 Jun 2008 17:13:02 GMT I have one of these and a spare motor. I would like to know how to get confirmation on VIN and motor numbers. I am new here and am having trouble getting info. I have one of these and a spare motor. I would like to know how to get confirmation on VIN and motor numbers. I am new here and am having trouble getting info. ]]> ajhacksaw http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=43 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=41 Thu, 01 May 2008 01:24:30 GMT I just bought this car that has been in the same family since 1966 and in a garge most of that time. Everything original down to the waranty books and protecto plate in the glove box. Documentation shows only 38K and seems correct. Original bill of sale dated 1966, title transfers within the family etc. After waiting 40 years I have another one. Almost, mine was a high performance 300 with a 4-speed and I fooled a lot of Mustangs, Chevy's and Pontiacs back in the late 60's with that car.

A couple of questions from the experts out there. Anti Freeze mixture and type should be used due to the alumnium heads and intake? What octane should be used in a 300 CU IN and is a leaded additive or any type needed? Would it be advisiable to use a synethic oil in this engine. Kind of new at this so any help would be appreciated. Thanks! ]]> ssmock http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=41 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=40 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 19:01:06 GMT Can anyone tell me if there was a 401 offered in 64 for the Riv? Thanks, Can anyone tell me if there was a 401 offered in 64 for the Riv?

Thanks, ]]> customcarol http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=40 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=39 Sun, 20 Apr 2008 03:35:04 GMT Emeblems Wanted..!!!
Call Me 425-949-7469 "rich" ]]> Daddy Bean http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=39 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=38 Wed, 09 Apr 2008 04:24:06 GMT Wrong Post Wrong Post ]]> classiccarupgrades http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=38 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=37 Thu, 03 Apr 2008 21:50:58 GMT I finished the 1951 Buick and it was a joy to drive but since it was done I needed another challenge so I picked up a 1952 Buick 2 door sedan that was stripped for painting then the project stalled out. I will post some information on the 52 as soon as I get it home. The B - 51 went to the Neatherlands so I hope it is appreciated there as much as it was here. I finished the 1951 Buick and it was a joy to drive but since it was done I needed another challenge so I picked up a 1952 Buick 2 door sedan that was stripped for painting then the project stalled out. I will post some information on the 52 as soon as I get it home.

The B - 51 went to the Neatherlands so I hope it is appreciated there as much as it was here. ]]> Jim Carmichael http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=37 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=36 Fri, 25 Jan 2008 19:42:49 GMT This car is starting to drive me up the wall. It runs fine for about an hour then it just dies. I have changed the ECM,control module,plugs wires,fuel pump,fuel pressure reg,coolant temp. sensor,fuel filter. I don't know where to go next. It has the 3800 V6. Any ideas will be helpfull. ]]> daddyofearl http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=36 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=35 Mon, 21 Jan 2008 02:33:46 GMT where can I find the plastic piece that goes under the arm rest of my '64 riviera. I also need to find a picture of what the original belt buckles look like, metal and split in half is all I remember....Thanks. ]]> 425yldcat http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=35 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=34 Tue, 25 Dec 2007 16:07:17 GMT I found the correct front coils for my '39 model 48 at "Springsnthings" in PA. Had them in stock and much less expensive than CARS. ]]> GMorse http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=34 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=31 Wed, 12 Dec 2007 04:22:18 GMT I took the 51 Buick "B - 51" ( Its not quite as big as a B - 52 ) back to the shop so they could install the clutch they missed on the first 6 week appointment.

While I was waiting to get it back into the shop I was able to install the new tail light lenses and the new "Buick Eight" emblems on the trunk.

The tail light lenses were the same as my 1952 Buick but the trim ring is different as it is larger and held on with 3 nuts reached from inside the trunk while the 52 was held on by 2 screws on the outside. ]]> Jim Carmichael http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=31 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=30 Fri, 07 Dec 2007 17:59:34 GMT I went to the transmission shop and as I suspected they had installed the transmission without installing the new clutch. The new clutch and release bearing were still sitting on the shelf where I placed them. We had a good laugh about that and they said to bring it back and they would take care of it. I went to the transmission shop and as I suspected they had installed the transmission without installing the new clutch. The new clutch and release bearing were still sitting on the shelf where I placed them. We had a good laugh about that and they said to bring it back and they would take care of it. ]]> Jim Carmichael http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=30 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=29 Sat, 17 Nov 2007 07:20:11 GMT I recently rebuilt the carb and fuel pump. Well my exhaust was rusted so I bought a complete unit on eBay, well I went little further and snapped a stud on the exhaust mainfold and that stopped everything. I'm able to get new studs but had to get the studs machined out. Now a freeze plug is leaking and the set I bought from Bob's Buick do not fit they are too large. I have to send them back and hunt for he correct set. Once this is done I need a new set of gaskets for the intake and exhaust, and I will be back on the road. The car ran good after the rebuild carb and fuel pump was done. ]]> clownpuncher http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=29 http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=28 Tue, 13 Nov 2007 18:21:25 GMT They started on the car but didn’t get far as it looks like they only removed the hood, which is really not needed to work on the transmission so I hope they aren’t planning on pulling the engine to do the clutch job. They started on the car but didn’t get far as it looks like they only removed the hood, which is really not needed to work on the transmission so I hope they aren’t planning on pulling the engine to do the clutch job. ]]> Jim Carmichael http://www.teambuick.com/forums/blog.php?b=28