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    I rewired the ignition to a heavy duty momentary...

    I rewired the ignition to a heavy duty momentary switch which I located under the dashboard - within easy reach but hidden from general sight....... be sure to use a momentary switch..............
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    Can you......... possibly and probably.............

    Can you......... possibly and probably.......... but do you want to be taking out structural body supports to do so........ that is up to you........ will the fenders be more "fluid and mobil" if you...
  3. How do I contact you so I can order one?

    How do I contact you so I can order one?
  4. Dynaflow Transmission - Anyone got one for sale?

    Looking to find out if anyone has a dynaflow that will fit a 1955 Buick for sale.......... Thanks

    Bob:confused:
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    Brake Upgrade

    Ok......... does anyone have access / information on installing a better braking system in a 55 Buisk Special - - original is the damn non-power brakes with the master cylinder under the...
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    Crazy question - - - could it be the starter...

    Crazy question - - - could it be the starter trying to engage?...... I eliminated the throttle pedal starter switch (put in a momentary chrome switch on the right hand side of the dash board) because...
  7. Looking to Upgrade to a newer Automatic Tranny

    Ok..... I am looking to install a newer model automatic transmission in my 1955 Buick Special..... right now it has a 3 speed on the column with the original undercarriage running gear - torque tube,...
  8. You can get carbs that have the stromberg or...

    You can get carbs that have the stromberg or carter (?) base plate mounting holes so whichever carbs you want to use will work. I am looking at putting the triple dueces in place on mine, but always...
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    no voice contact but the email just appeared to...

    no voice contact but the email just appeared to be like those damn requests for your information so they can accesss your acount and dry you out of all funds........... funny part is that there is...
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    Classified Ad Response Question

    Hey everyone
    The below listed email contacted me sayign they would buy my car for the price listed but I was asked for all sorts of information (name, address, phone number, city, state, country,...
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    For this car I am not sure, but I know that on...

    For this car I am not sure, but I know that on other engines I have trimmed to size as needed......... but you should reference your shop manual if you have one
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    4 Barrel Manifold Verification

    Ok.......... does anyone have a manifold part number chart which will show which intake fits which engine?

    I have factory manifold part# on top of 1170617-3 with another number on it of 8-14
    ...
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    What the hell is a liter? Shouldn't it be...

    What the hell is a liter?

    Shouldn't it be quarts?
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    From what I have read in here in other posts the...

    From what I have read in here in other posts the best way is to pull both at the same time............. still trying to determine best way to also remove torque tube...........will get back to...
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    Either raise the motor or remvoe the...

    Either raise the motor or remvoe the motor........... as far as I can tell
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    Why you using a Chevy engine instead of a Buick...

    Why you using a Chevy engine instead of a Buick engine?
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    Probably a stupid question.............. but what...

    Probably a stupid question.............. but what is the oil level?

    I have seen cars which have to much oil in them blow oil when they run.......
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    1955 Buick Special Rear End

    ok.......... I can not find the information in my books, so maybe someone in here can help.......... :confused: what type of rear end did/does the 1955 4 Door Special have in it........besides one...
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    If I remember correctly you have to unscrew the...

    If I remember correctly you have to unscrew the front bezel and then slide it out from the rear.............. I just don't remember how you go about unscrewing the bezel
  20. Carbs - Demon or Stromberg?? Opinions

    Ok...........looking into installing a tri-power in the 1955 Buick Special and while investigating found out that the Demons have the same bolt pattern as the old Strombergs so now I am having some...
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    Well........... put it on the market and had only...

    Well........... put it on the market and had only a few responses, but they all wanted to swap, not buy.......so decided want to move forward, but going to change it up quite a bit...............
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    1955 264 Transmission Swap

    Ok....... does anyone know what type of modern transmission will mate up to the 1955 264 Nailhead?

    I now have a three speed on the column (yuck) which needs a clutch and would like to consider a...
  23. Thread: IT runs

    by Robert Bates
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    You can work around the floor starter ( runs...

    You can work around the floor starter ( runs through the carb and can create problems if the carb is sticky and the switch engages while driving down the road) - - I installed a momentary switch...
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    Do you have the old one? If so you can have it...

    Do you have the old one? If so you can have it rebuilt by a local radiator shop - did the same and turned out great...............

    You can also install an aftermarket transmission oil cooler in...
  25. the starter switch (located on the carburetor if...

    the starter switch (located on the carburetor if you have the style where you have to step on the gas pedal to get the car to start) also gets very sticky sometimes - - I did a quick conversion by...
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