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  1. IO understand that roller lifters are not the...

    IO understand that roller lifters are not the complete answer, as the roller is wearing a grove in the camshaft in some cases.

    I have used Shell Rotella 30, that also contains ZDDP, since the...
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    Up and Over Bars. ( Grille guard)

    Back in the day these were referred to as "Helms Grille Guards" and were quite popular. Couldn't afford em, so never had any experience installing, sorry.:thumbsup:
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    Steel gas lines

    These guys do it all, and provide great service.

    http://www.inlinetube.com/
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    Drive angry Riv

    Later scenes sure look like the Rivie being destroyed.
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    rebuild a water pump

    http://www.maritimedragracing.com/then_and_now_automotive.htm

    These guys do it all, and have parts too. They just talk with a strange accent, (New England). They do good work .
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    1941 model 41 Buick

    According to the genuine Buick manual here are all the colors offered for 1941. Perhaps it was a light grey? There are several of those shown.


    560 Carlsbad Black Same Carlsbad Black Silver...
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    Buick Special 40 1940 car

    Are you sure this is the right address. Looks like a Chevy site, not Buickl
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    Bullet connectors for fuse box

    Try www.HarnessesUnlimited.
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    52 Roadmaster carter carb issues

    Very rare, but actually used on 52 Roadmasters only. This is why they are not seen very often.
  10. oil lines on my engine

    The one to the distributor was a modification to lubricate the distributor shaft. They were burning out due to a change in the drilling of the oil lines on that particular run of engines.
    ...
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    buick special 40

    Here are two advertisers in Hemmings Motor News that may be able to help you.
    Northwest Transmission Parts

    www.nwtparts.com

    Patco
    patcotrans@comcast.net

    I sent you an email with two...
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    Buick special 1940 car

    There are many places here in the states that have these gears. Going to an automatic is very difficult, especially with the language difficulty.
    I can send you a breakdown of all the transmission...
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    rebuild a water pump

    You can always order one all done www.bobsautomobilia.com
    They are a good source for parts.
  14. 1950 Super Front Wheel Wobble

    If you have restored your beauty inside and out, you must have an owners manual. Under tires you'll find the size. Do you have a spare wheel and tire in the trunk?
    Did you repack the front wheel...
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    New Spark Plugs and now NOTHING

    Did NAPA sell you wire spark plug wires, or the modern carbon strands?

    You need copper spark plug wires, not the modern type. There is not enuff voltage to push its way thru the modern wires,...
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    1959 Buick Super STARTER ISSUE

    :thumbsup:Is it a Dyna Flow?

    Is the selector lever in Park or Neutral?
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    1951 special coupe

    try www.wheatbeltbuick.com
    They are in your neck of the woods, and have many used straight eights.:thumbsup:
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    1949 Special radiator

    Generally there is not too much to a radiator that cannot be duplicated. Generally a radiator repair shop can remove or replace the old tops and bottoms, and put in any sort of fins you would like....
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    dual exhaust in a 51

    Sure 'nuff, and its right here on another page. Just double click this address. :thumbsup:

    http://www.teambuick.com/forums/showthread.php?t=19688
  20. Thinking of buying another Roadmaster.

    :shield:Suggest you try this site. These guys have the talent to a answer your questions. http://rivperformance.editboard.com/portal.htm
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    ID my Buick

    Look over to the left column and find references. Punch the right keys, and there is your answer. Come on back if you get stuck.:thumbsup:
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    1955 Fuel Pump

    It means someone with more knowledge than you or I designed it that way, and that's the way it should remain.:thumbsup:
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    Blocked Dyna Flow

    Betcha the selector lever where it enters the transmission is improperly aligned, and you are getting just Park and Neutral from the shift lever even though it is moving thru the quadrant.
    Looks...
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    1955 Fuel pump

    There was a reason GM put dual diaphragm fuel pumps on your engine. There was a reason they changed the system in 57, and there is a reason we all have electric wipers.:bgrin:
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    try wheatbeltbuick.com (info@wheatbeltbuick.com)...

    try
    wheatbeltbuick.com :thumbsup:
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