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  1. don't forget, you had a super turbine 300 (a...

    don't forget, you had a super turbine 300 (a power glide with a variable pitch stator), so I'm guessing your rear axle ratio is probably 2.75 or even LOWER numerically like 256.

    if you dont want...
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    ELEVEN times back to the same shop. Had FIVE...

    ELEVEN times back to the same shop. Had FIVE bad compressors, 2 of them rebuilt GM A-6's, 2 of the new 10 piston jobs, and a Sanden.
    they all LEAKED front seal on day ONE!!
    Had leaks on POA...
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    200R4 into 71 skylark 350

    I have a 71 skylark custom with the 350-4v 260HP motor.
    If I keep this motor UNDER 400 HP, how "much" of a 200R4 tranny will I need.
    I've seen them priced from $1800 to $3800. I don't want to...
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    Stroker motors

    Are there any stroker kits for the 350 BUICK motor? (like a 383 kit for the the 350 chevy's, etc)
    I have not read of any.
    It seems that getting parts for a Buick is much more difficult then even a...
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    Be sure that the rotella 15 w 40 says "triple...

    Be sure that the rotella 15 w 40 says "triple protection" and has ZINC in it.
    They are in the process of changing that is my understanding. You can buy ZDDP or other zinc products. Even STP has...
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    Thanks Todd I could not get the pdf file to...

    Thanks Todd
    I could not get the pdf file to open. But thanks for the info
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    does anybody read this

    does anybody read this
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    Climate control unit

    Anybody know where you can buy the whole gang of switches etc for the climate control unit that sits in the dash. This is for a 71 Buick Skylark, 350-4v with factory air.
    I've replaced...
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    try desert valley auto parts in Phoenix AZ 23811...

    try desert valley auto parts in Phoenix AZ
    23811 N 7th Ave
    Phoenix, AZ 85085

    +1-623-780-8024
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    What color is the AC bracket

    on a 71 Buick Skylark Custom with a 350-4v engine?

    GLOSS Black, semi-Gloss Black or FLAT black??

    Thanks in advance.
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    Yep, I replaced everything. Hired a "pro" to do...

    Yep, I replaced everything.
    Hired a "pro" to do it.
    I got $6800 in the job, brought it back FOUR times and it still does not work.
    What a deal.
    Can't find anybody in Phoenix that Knows ANYTHING...
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    the car is a 71 BUick with a 350-4v auto with...

    the car is a 71 BUick with a 350-4v auto with factory AC on it.
    The compressor is seized. The system itself has been open for I don't know how long but I know thats BAD.

    I was hoping there was...
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    Sanden A/C compressor on Buick 350-v8

    I have a 71 Skylark. has anyone converted over from the GM set up to the Sanden or other GOOD aftermarket AC system?
    where? what brand? part number? cost? etc.
  14. You just "overhauled" the motor! It is going to...

    You just "overhauled" the motor! It is going to be TIGHT and produce more friction! I did this just recently and I was running consistently at 228 degrees at highway speeds, at idle in traffic...
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    Largest Tires wheels for 71 Skylark

    a 71 Skylark that is stock, stock ride height, etc.
    Looking to go to 17 inch wheels as the tire sizes in 15's are getting scarce.
    What is the largest RIM size I can use.... like 17 x 8 or 17 x 7....
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    did you try old parts group? looks like about...

    did you try old parts group?
    looks like about page 263 in catalog number fall/ winter 2016
    opgi.com
    good luck
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    Is it possible to buy a hard copy of that shop...

    Is it possible to buy a hard copy of that shop manual? and if so where?
    Thanks
    I'll sign off as Cav as it looks like there are a couple of Bob's on here already.
    Cav
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    Alternator on 71 Skylark

    Does the alternator on a 71 Buick Skylark custom with a350 -4v 260 HP factory air car have an internal or external voltage regulator?
    Are they all 55 Amp alternators with the single pulley?
    I seem...
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