Recent content by Brooklyn53

Does anyone have experience with Bendsten adapters? My flywheel is all chewed up due to starter alignment (another fun project to be tackled later but lets focus on flywheel) So, I have a Straight 8 263 engine with a 200r4 transmission. I wouldn't think the adapter makes any difference, when...

Does anyone have a 53 Buick parts car? I need the driver's side interior windlace pinch molding. It looks like this (Excuse my PhotoShop skills) Please contact me if you actually have this piece or know of a parts car that might

Found this ad on Craigslist. http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/cto/5156708123.html

My 53 Buick was converted over to a 12 volt system by the previous owner; however, the fuse box was not. Although I have no electrical problems, the current one is 60 years old. Since the wiring itself is all new I don't want to waste money on a whole wiring harness, I just want to upgrade the...

I want to eliminate my mechanical fuel pump and go electric. There are several block off plates on eBay but nothing specific to Straight 8's. So, the ones I've pictured bellow look right but I don't want to waste time and money. Anyone recognize one that will work or know of one that will? '

Looking for a used side cover/lifter cover for my Straight 8 263. If you or anyone knows someone please reply. Thanks, Mike

I like the modifications here. He eliminated the downdraft exhaust tube with those two small chrome boxes. What are they? And where do I find a lifter cover like that? Thanks Mike

I'm installing a new copper gasket set on my 1942 compound manifold and dual exhaust manifolds (Straight 8 engine) and have a couple questions: 1. Should I use copper gasket sealant or prepare the copper in anyway before installing. 2. Are there supposed to be pilots installed on the intake and...

I have a Straight 8 (53 Special) with a 1942 dual carb setup. There's a vacuum line tapped into the middle of the manifold and runs directly to the distributor. Is this vacuum line necessary on a dual carb Straight 8 engine? Can I cap it and eliminate the vacuum? Is there any benefit to keeping...

I'm having trouble finding the correct oil pressure sending unit for my 53 Buick Special. I have a set of Dolphin gages. Everything works but the oil pressure gauge rises upon start up but then drops back down until I give it gas and then it rises slightly and drops back down. I suspect there's...

I recently bought a 53 Buick Special. The original Straight 8 engine was rebuilt by the previous owner and currently has 500 miles on it. The numbers 1,2,7 and 8 spark plugs keep fouling. Numbers 1 and 8 are excessive. What would cause this on a new rebuild? Any advice/guidance would be greatly...

I'm looking for advice on upgradeing my 53 Buick front end. I'm installing the following parts: 1. Deluxe front end kit: 4 Outer Control Arm Pin Kits 1 King Pin Kit 2 Lower Inner Control Arm Shaft Kits complete with bushings 2 Outer Tie Rod Ends 2 Stabilizer Link Kits 2 Control Arm Bumpers 2...

Has anyone out there ever lifted/raised the rear end on their 53 Buick and what springs did you use? The springs currently in my car lower the rear too much and I was looking to give my car a little rake/angle from the rear when I go to order a new set of springs.

My 53 Buick Special has a starter relay mounted to the firewall. It looks exactly like this: http://www.bobsautomobilia.com/index.php?route=product/product&keyword=relay&category_id=0&product_id=616 My car was converted over to 12 volts before I bought it, so I'm not positive if the job was...

I'm a new 53 Special owner and I realize that the choice of oil grade and brand should not be overlooked. I know not to use synthetic oil on an older car like this one. I drive the car about four times a month and live in New York. The car's previous owner said he was using 20w50 Valvoline...