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    Wiper motor for 1962 Invicta

    Thanks, Todd. That helps me with my search.
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    Wiper motor for 1962 Invicta

    I have a 62 Invicta with a 2 speed wiper. The wiper motor factory part number is 5044452. Is there another GM car that uses this same motor? Maybe Impala or another brand in the GM lineup? Maybe someone out there has a good used one that I could buy. I live in the Northwest where it rains a lot...
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    Steering Box

    Looking for a good used steering box for a 1962 Buick Invicta. If you have one that you are willing to sell, please email me at rcfryer@gmail.com . Thanks.
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    positraction

    Does anyone know if positraction was available for a '62 Invicta (or Wildcat or Lesaber) ? I have an automatic transmission with a 3/23 (?) rear ens, but only one wheel drive. I would like to convert to a positraction unit if there is one that will slide into the rear axle pumpkin. If you know...
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    1962 401 Nailhead

    Help! I am in need of a thermostat housing for a 401 nailhead engine (1962). Mine is so corroded that it will not hold a gasket. Does anyone have one that they would be willing to sell? You can email me at rcfryer@juno.com Thanks for your help.
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    Converting to 4 speed tranny

    I have a '62 Invicta with a 401 Nailhead engine and I would like to convert the automatic transmission to a 4 speed transmission. Has anyone done this conversion? What is necessary to do this successfully? Any suggestion on what brand of transmission will work? How about which bell housing will...
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    1956 Buick Upholstery needed!

    There is another place called Veteran Trim & Supply down in the sun belt, maybe Arizona, but they have a much smaller inventory. Their number is (713) 223-1553. You will need to get the Detroit number or the DeLeo number from SMS before you call Veteran Trim & Supply.
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    1956 Buick Upholstery needed!

    Upholstery Cloth There is a place in Canby, Oregon called SMS Auto Fabrics that should have the cloth for your car. Their phone number is (503) 263-3535. Just tell them the year, make and model of your Buick and they can look up the fabric and mail you a small sample to verify. They are very...
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    '82 Lesabre trim clips

    I have a good supply of interior trim clips. Can you send me a picture of the ones you need? Also quantities. Send to my email rcfryer@juno.com or rcfryer@gmail.com.
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    64 Wildcat 4dr sedan

    Try www.autoupholsterykits.com If you do not see your car listed there, call them. Yhey will custom make just about anything for your interior.
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    63 Lesabre brakes

    Disc Brake conversion I did the disk brake conversion on my 62 Invicta convertible using the Scarebird adaptors and recommended parts. The kit went together very easily, but I did have to have the alignment done right away. The kit causes a severe toe in situation and the tie rods need to come...
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    1969 buick special side molding .

    Side molding If yu open the door, you may see a small nut just inside the door at the edge. If that nut lines up with the moulding, it's probably attached to a "T"clip which holds the end of the side molding on. The center part of the molding should be attached to plastic clips that are on the...
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    1961 Buick Electra 225 Heater Core & Water Pump Problem

    The only difference I can find in the waterpumps is the location of the outlets. The one for A/C allows for the positioning of the A/C pump. I have used both styles on my non-a/c car and just had to reroute the hoses slightly. I had the same issue with the heater core for my 62 Invicta. I...
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    '53 Special Key Switch Removal

    With the switch in the off position, poke the end of a paper clip into the hole and turn the switch counterclockwise. This will get the switch in the correct position for removal. Then you will have to pick the lock portion in order to extract the lock. The easy way to rekey is to remove a door...
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    1961 Buick LeSabre window crank removal

    Window Crank removal There is a horseshoe shaped clip holding the window crank to the shaft. Most auto parts stores will have a tool that safely removes the clip allowing easy removal of the window crank. The tool is flat with a slot cut into the end and normally has a bent end at the other...
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