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    According to the Hollander's Interchange manual,...

    According to the Hollander's Interchange manual, front springs from 1950-1953 Buicks will interchange. Be aware that although the front springs are interchangable, the load rares are different from...
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    Everything I've read, including a copy of the...

    Everything I've read, including a copy of the 1955 Engineering Features book, states that the '55 Special came with a 264 and all other models came with the 322. Horsepower ratings varied a bit...
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    Lynn Steele Rubber Co. will vulcanize new rubber...

    Lynn Steele Rubber Co. will vulcanize new rubber on your existing metal cores for $78.50 / pair (2007 catalog price). They' have excellent American made products.

    Check 'em out at:...
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    If the inferrance is that I don't have any...

    If the inferrance is that I don't have any knowledge, I'm 63 and my passion has been cars, cars & more cars as long as I can remember. My dad was a mechanic and I remember helping im back when I was...
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    Telriv, with all due respect and not intending to...

    Telriv, with all due respect and not intending to be in any manner, argumentative, but for historical accuracy purposes only, I've got to disagree. The 1940-1964 Buick Master Chassis Parts Book I...
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    "I used '63 because it kept the left hand threads...

    "I used '63 because it kept the left hand threads on the left."

    Are you refering to the lug-bolts? My '55 Model 48 Special has right-hand threads on both sides. Was there a mid-year change?
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    I'm using a new Carter AFB with electric choke...

    I'm using a new Carter AFB with electric choke and it's been working great got me for the past 6 or 7 years.
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    The 401 weighs 685#, so I'd guess the 322 would...

    The 401 weighs 685#, so I'd guess the 322 would be pretty close to that figure.
    -Bob
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    You forgot one option......my garage !! :thumbsup:

    You forgot one option......my garage !! :thumbsup:
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    Although my '55 Special has non-power brakes...

    Although my '55 Special has non-power brakes under the floor, I've heard nothing good about the TreadleVac power brakes. I would convert to a more modern and safer dual master cylinder before I'd...
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    "M" stands for 1966. "MW" is the code for a 1966...

    "M" stands for 1966. "MW" is the code for a 1966 425 cu. in. engine with a 4bbl carb.

    I downloaded this Information a few months ago from:
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    wkillgs, You were right in not letting the shop...

    wkillgs,
    You were right in not letting the shop install hardened valve seats. Not only aren't they needed, but as your friend found out, the material between the valve seats and the water jacket is...
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    Thanks for the info !! -Bob

    Thanks for the info !!
    -Bob
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    I believe the number cast in the manifold itself...

    I believe the number cast in the manifold itself is different from the part number, so unless you have a NOS part with a factory tag listing the part number, the part number probably won't do you any...
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    Exhaust manifold I.D. ??

    I've got a Nailhead manifold, which I think is for a 401, but I'm not sure. I checked both a Buick Parts Manual and a Hollander's Interchange Manual, but they both seem to list part numbers, without...
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    Thanks for the suggestion, but Bob's Automobilia...

    Thanks for the suggestion, but Bob's Automobilia (as well as NAPA & CARS Inc.), only lists caps for '37 & newer Buicks. :confused:
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    1936 Special Radiator Cap

    Trying to help a friend find a radiator cap for his '36 Special, but can't find a listing. Is it the same as the '37? Anyone know where to get a '36 cap?

    Thanks for any help you can provide....
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    Nope, the Roadmaster / Super bumpers are wider...

    Nope, the Roadmaster / Super bumpers are wider than the Special / Century bumpers.
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    I took it to mean he didn't have any EXTRA hinges...

    I took it to mean he didn't have any EXTRA hinges for sale.
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    Thanks for the replies, guys. Iddie, good to see...

    Thanks for the replies, guys. Iddie, good to see you're still around here. I've been away for quite a while, but looking forward to visiting often now.

    My hood is the same way as you both...
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    "55 Special Hood Hinge Question

    I've got a Model 48, '55 Special 2-door sedan with a hood alignment probem and no matter what I do, the hood never closes correctly. The hood only stays about half-way open and "wobbles"...
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    iddie, I'm happy for you and admire your...

    iddie,
    I'm happy for you and admire your persistance in keeping after the problem until it was resolved. You're a guy I'd be proud to call a friend !!
    :hurray:
    Happy Buick motoring
    -Bob
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    I put a 401 into my '55 model 48 a couple of...

    I put a 401 into my '55 model 48 a couple of years ago. Tom is right on about the motor mounts. I made an adapter out of some 1/4" plate and used part of the original 322 mounts.
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    Your first post is about a computer game...

    Your first post is about a computer game problem????? :jeez: :clonk: :confused:
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    iddie, I just went "Google-ing" and found the...

    iddie,
    I just went "Google-ing" and found the dye at: http://www.autobarn.net/tratp3400060.html

    Unfortunately, you have to buy six 1oz. bottles, but the good news is that it's only $30.00 for...
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