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Yesterday, 05:27 PM

jhodgson replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

Should have put this in the first reply. Edelbrock makes the remote reservoir, pump and all the bits necessary.

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Yesterday, 05:12 PM

jhodgson replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

I have seen some FI conversions that can use a remote fuel reservoir. The OE mechanical pump feeds the reservoir usually mounted on the firewall. ...

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Yesterday, 02:27 PM

61Invicta1970 started a thread New Guy in New Member Introductions!

I just bought a 1961 Buick Invite 4 door hardtop with a 401. I'm hoping this is not a "common" car to see at midwest car shows. I've started...

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Yesterday, 12:39 PM

1939_buick replied to a thread Help with Stromberg AAV 16 dual carbs. in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

Welcome to the forum With dual carb Buicks the front & rear are not the same. From memory 1 has the choke missing. 1941 & 1942 are the only years...

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Yesterday, 08:40 AM

dclift started a thread 62 Special Heater Core Removal & Replace AC box in Climate Control, Heaters and A/Cs

I need to replace my heater core on my 1962 Special. How much do I rip out under the dash to get to it? I also have an AC unit under there that I...

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02-15-2019, 11:04 AM

Teddy T replied to a thread Help with Stromberg AAV 16 dual carbs. in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

Thanks for your reply, we have checked on the front carb and the best we can do with the number is, under the mixture screws, left to right 8? R...

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02-15-2019, 09:56 AM

Dylan6487 replied to a thread ‘68 LeSabre/Electra part interchangeability in Restoration Talk

Thank you very much! Huge help.

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02-14-2019, 02:02 PM

Bob replied to a thread 263 Street Build in Projects and Journals

Balanced the pistons and measured the domes. Rotating is 558gms. Reciprocating is 171gms Domes are 9.5cc Pistons are at 525cc

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02-14-2019, 01:31 PM

Bob replied to a thread Help with Stromberg AAV 16 dual carbs. in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

That is an interesting number (382260), it doesn't show in our reference or any other that I find. I am curious what the number of the front...

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02-14-2019, 10:00 AM

Teddy T started a thread Help with Stromberg AAV 16 dual carbs. in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

Hi, Please can anyone help, our recently acquired 1941 Buick has been off the road since 1965 (according to the tags on it). The rear carb needs...

3 replies | 123 view(s)

02-12-2019, 08:53 PM

bigbob replied to a thread Rubber parts / Weatherstripping in Interiors, Trim, Glass and Tops

After looking at some of the companies out there I ended up going with Rubber the Right Way for my weatherstrip & rubber bits. ...

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02-12-2019, 02:11 PM

TODD replied to a thread ‘68 LeSabre/Electra part interchangeability in Restoration Talk

Parts book shows the bumpers are the same. The grille halves are different cosmetically, but should swap. Overall car body widths are the same....

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02-12-2019, 01:59 PM

TODD replied to a thread Riviera 1973, passenger side in Interiors, Trim, Glass and Tops

The '73 Riviera came standard with a chrome remote-control left side mirror. An optional chrome manual right side mirror was GM part no 9847199. ...

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02-12-2019, 10:57 AM

sabrerattler7 replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

Thanks, looked at the option links you sent. Leads to question, did GM ever provide a 5 on 5 lug 15in "mini spare"? I suppose if I cut out the whole...

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02-12-2019, 06:40 AM

ailimac started a thread New Wanted Listing: Wanted: Front driver side window regulator for 1947 Buick Speacial Sedanette in Buying and Selling

A new Wanted listing has been posted by ailimac: Wanted: Front driver side window regulator for 1947 Buick Speacial Sedanette The description...

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02-11-2019, 07:03 PM

bob k. mando replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

well, since you're modding the car anyways, is there a possibility that you could fit a full racing fuel cell back there? then you could mount...

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02-11-2019, 06:47 PM

bob k. mando replied to a thread Hi there in New Member Introductions!

ah, the boat tail! it looks like the Danish, German and Netherlands Buick clubs are still kicking. and, of course, www.RivOwners.org ...

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02-11-2019, 06:34 PM

firstofeight replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

I know well those AZ temps. Not quite as bad here in TX. I have my pump mounted on the outside of the frame rail and there is a return line. No...

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02-11-2019, 04:59 PM

Arecki started a thread Hi there in New Member Introductions!

Hi, I own Buick riviera 1973 for a year now. the car was restored here in Poland based on original parts. Exept for rust in trunk and close to...

1 replies | 73 view(s)

02-11-2019, 02:43 PM

sabrerattler7 replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

tank profile

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02-11-2019, 02:38 PM

sabrerattler7 replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

see attachment

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02-11-2019, 02:28 PM

sabrerattler7 replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

Maybe a deuce and a quarter, but Rivi's were unique. A-body Buicks are more or less Chevelles with some drive train changes and there are custom...

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02-11-2019, 02:17 PM

sabrerattler7 replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

Please see my response to fistofeight

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02-11-2019, 02:15 PM

sabrerattler7 replied to a thread 68 Rivi FiTech addition seeking any info on in tank fuel solutions in Fuel Systems, Intake to Exhaust

External pump can have heat and noise issues. That's why the factory generally uses in tank units. The Rivi was supposed to be grand touring car and...

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02-11-2019, 06:19 AM

Docs cars replied to a thread docs cars in Buick Identification and Decoding

thank you

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02-10-2019, 10:48 PM

Buford26 replied to a thread docs cars in Buick Identification and Decoding

Trim 139 is Fawn Vinyl with bucket front seats, available on style 4167.

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02-10-2019, 04:54 PM

Docs cars started a thread docs cars in Buick Identification and Decoding

I have a 62 sp deluxe con (4167) that is MM(camio cream) with a trim tag number 139 I can't find 139 in any of the charts does anyone know what...

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02-10-2019, 03:26 PM

firstofeight replied to a thread Can't breathe, no power in Buick Bench Racing and Chat

Well while mine is a LITTLE different, I like my EFI. I have 1950 Straight Eight. Changed to EFI 7 years and 15000 miles go. Was it worth it? Not...

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02-10-2019, 08:50 AM

quickuc replied to a thread Can't breathe, no power in Buick Bench Racing and Chat

Actually I've lived here for over 10 yrs. I kinda told myself if I want they way it was move back to Ks. Right now I have it jetted very lean for mph...

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