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    R12 conversion advice needed

    I have a 1966 Riviera that has been in storage for 25 years and I have restored everything except the AC. I would like to get that working, can someone tell me what I will need besides finding a local AC mechanic who will make the conversion from R12 to R134? It looks like I can get parts from...
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    need help troubleshooting an electrical problem

    My 1966 Riviera battery gets drained when not in use even though everything is turned off. Looking for ideas for ways to troubleshoot and find the cause of this problem.
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    1966 Riviera gauge replace

    Just wondering if anyone has had experience with removing gauges from the dashboard. I know the instructions tell you how to do it but they attach to a plastic ribbon connector and just wondering if there is anything to be concerned about when changing the gauges.
  4. J

    Need help figuring out what the electrical problem is.

    I tried starting my 1966 Riviera and while cranking everything went dead. Is there a main fuse somewhere? Help!
  5. J

    start up proceedure 25 years dorment 425 nailhead

    I am looking for advise on how to proceed in starting up a 425 nailhead that has been in storage for 25+ years.
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    66 Riviera exhaust system replacement advice

    I need to replace the exhaust system on my 1966 Riviera. What's a good reliable source for a complete kit? Should I go Aluminum or Stainless steel? should I add resonators (it doesn't have them now)? Would appreciate advice from anyone who has replaced their exhaust system in Buicks of this era.
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    425 nailhead oil choice?

    When I take my 1966 Riv to the garage for an oil change I get conflicting recomendations from guys who have older cars. What is the best choice for my nailhead? Also I run on high octane gas - should I add anything to it upon fill up?
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    1966 riviera paint code

    Can someone tell me what the "XX Riviera white" paint code is?
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    1966 riviera crowl tag question

    The crowl tag on my 1966 Riviera has EXT 2KG . I know the "2K" is for Air conditioner but what is the "G" for? I have looked at a lot of crowl tag decoders and ID sites and have never seen the "G" as an ext option.
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    66 riviera console removal

    Does anyone know how to remove the console on the 66 Riviera that has horseshoe or(yoke) shift that prevents me from slipping the console over it and I can't get it high enough to get to the bolts securing it to the transmission. Thanks, John
  11. J

    new to forum

    Hi team, I have a 1966 Buick Riviera that is in good condition with only 86,700 miles that has been in storage for 25 years so it needs some TLC and I will be looking for some assistance here. First, I need to troubleshoot the problem with the headlights not folding up. Can someone walk me...
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