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FYI We have a Cadillac column in our '73 LeSabre. I *think* it is from a '76 Fleetwood, but perhaps that will give some more possibilities to investigate. -Bob C.

That's an amazing car! Wish I had a place in the garage (or even driveway) for it. -Bob C.

When I converted my '69 to front disc brakes, I found out (the hard way) that there are two different styles of wheels - one that works with disc brakes and one that's "drum only". -Bob C.

Have to ask... any relation to the H.B. Halicki movie? -Bob C.

Welcome Junkman!

Either one would work. On our '73 LeSabre we run 225/75/15 but a 70-series would look fine as well. As for "correct", I can't say - but in reality either one would be fine. Some pros and cons to consider (which, admittedly are probably barely noticeable on all fronts), the 75-series will: -...

There is an amazing shop in NH (Dover I think) called Paintworks, they have done many fantastic Buicks in the area... -Bobc455

For me, springs are the only thing I'd really think about since there is extra weight (which would cause the car to sit lower, especially since you probably have worn-out springs already). I added a rear sway bar, but took it out again. It made the ride harsh and uncomfortable. I don't really...

Anyone else go to the BCA meet in Danvers, MA? I didn't make it but my brother did. Have a look at http://www.flickr.com/photos/65093156@N08/sets/72157627156855254/ (I think that link should work, but not positive) -Bob C.

I'm pretty sure there are holes drilled to affix the molding, and therefore you would have to fill the holes & repaint. I also don't remember seeing a rear molding like that which ends at the door. I think you might have a combination of 68 & 69 body panels on there. -Bob C.

I tend to agree. There are lots of opinions, but for a carb'd, iron-headed engine, I think 9:1 is a good CR (depending on cam design and a bunch of other factors). -BC

Hi All- We recently equipped our garage with a nice set of automotive tire mounting & balancing machines. I'm happy to provide tire services to anyone in the eastern-Mass area. The garage is in Reading, MA. If you just want some tirerack tires mounted, or want to put on some snowtires, or...

If it comes back on like that, I wonder if it's the connection at the battery terminal.

If I'm not mistaken, I think the series-II 3800's have metric bolts and whatnot, your 231 doesn't. -Bob C.

Depends on the car. Some cars have switches built into the doors and whatnot, and are wired directly to the seats. Other cars have electrical switches on the seats themselves. And some cars have fancy computers that remember position (for drivers #1 &#2, for example). So there are a lot of...