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    Thank-You

    Thanks for the help; unfortunately, I was leaning more towards adding an external ballast resistor somewhere out on the firewall. I was hoping to get a diagram of the wiring that would be necessary...
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    Ballast Resistor Wire

    Any one have any idea where to buy the "cloth covered" ignition switch, ballast resistor wire for a 64 Buick Wildcat?
    Any ideas would be very much appreciated. I would rather use the cloth wire...
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    Just wanted to say Thank-You

    I'd like to take this time to thank,
    Coreywilliams, theoldguy, njlimbaugh, and wildkitty, for all your answers and suggestions. THANK-YOU.
    My problem turned out to be a burnt resistor wire at the...
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    Ignition resistor

    I just want to say thank-you to everyone for your replies but I have a Dumb Question..............
    Could someone describe to me what an ignition resistor looks like, where it would be located on the...
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    Ignition question

    Hi guys;

    New question.....
    Can anyone tell me why my engine will try to keep running as long as I hold the key towards the START position..... but stop running when the key is released to...
  6. Thread: Any Ideas

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    Thanks WildKitty

    I'm planning on R&R the carb tomorrow. I'll be sure to keep you informed how the rebuild goes. I just bought this last carb on the internet from e-bay and the seller said that it was "remanufactured"...
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    Update

    Hi guys....It's me again, Sam

    I've got some new developements...not necessarily good. Here's the scoop.
    I've replaced the carb. with a remanufactured Rochester 4gc carb that I got from...
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    Thanks Everyone

    Hi guys, sorry for waiting so long to answer but the kids keep bringing their car, trucks etc. over to the house for "good old dad" to fix. you know how that goes(smile).
    Anyway.............. ...
  9. Thread: Any Ideas

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    Thanks

    Thanks for your time....

    I,m using a test vacuum meter connected to the base of the carb., where the distributor vacuum advance line would be normally connected to the distributor. I've...
  10. Thread: Any Ideas

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    Any Ideas

    Hello everyone
    I,ve got a 64, wildcat, 401, A/T ,rochester 4gc carb., and stock points and distributor.
    My problem is that everytime I connect my vacuum, (below the carb) to the distributor...
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    Wildcat Seat Belts

    Thanks to all who responded.........
    I think that seat belts were optional for the Wildcat in 64 as Tom stated.
    Unfortunately the front seat floors were not replaced with prefabricated factory type...
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    Wildcat seat belts

    I have a 64 wildcat with bucket seats and I have a question......
    I am considering installing seat belts and I'm really not sure where to position them.
    Should they be attached at the sides of each...
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    bucket seat handle

    Hi guys
    Anybody got, or know where to purchase a handle for a bucket seat?
    It kinda looks like a "T" and slides over the track adjustment bar on the side of the seat.
    Thanks for your...
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    64 buick wildcat console question

    I was wondering if anyone could give me a hint on "What is the correct procedure for removing the automatic transmission SHIFTER KNOB off of the top of a console shift column for a 64 buick wildcat?...
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    64 wildcat clock

    Hello everyone....
    I am repairing a clock from a 64 Wildcat and have encountered somewhat of a problem. I'll explain.....
    I have taken the clock out of the dash, removed the outer shell,...
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    dash lights

    Thanks Mike...
    I think I'll try finding a ground problem cause I really don't know how, nor do I really want to remove the dash panel gauges. (even though I've got the manual). I'll start on it...
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    64 dash lights

    Hello everyone
    In answer to your questions I have the following answers so far.
    The dash cluster has 7 "illumination" bulbs and all of them operate with the same "brightness" when the...
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    64 Wildcat Dash Lights

    Here's a question for the electrical wizards out there. I'm having trouble with the dash lights dimming. The dimming effect only seems to get to "half bright" and then stays at that level.
    I...
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    heater parts needed

    Anyone interested in selling, or know where i could purchase, a Heater Control Valve, and/or a Heater Door Control assy. for a 64 buick wildcat, no air, 401 nailhead. Any suggestions will be greatly...
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    Neat Idea

    First time i've heard of that method but it's the most original idea i've heard. Thank-you so much even if I can't find someone to hold the ring gear. Thanks-Again
    Sam
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    Thanks Again

    Thanks again for your help. As usual you guys have saved me a lot of work and worry. Again.....Thank-You!
    Sam
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    Timing Chain Gasket Question

    I have just bought a timing chain cover gasket set for a 401 nailhead engine and I have a gasket question.
    The gasket for the bottom of the timing chain cover seems to be correct as far as...
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    Thanks

    I didn't think there was any way to find out the number of registrations but it was worth a shot....
    Thank-You so much.
    Sam ...
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    Just Wondering...

    I don't think I've seen this type of thread posted anywhere else so I'll give it a try here.

    I have a 1964 buick wildcat convertible, registered here in Missouri.
    Does anyone have any idea...
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    Thanks to everyone

    Thank you every one and all for the help. To be honest I'm not even sure how my air gun had the capacity to get the nut off, except to say that it took a constant hammering for at least 30 seconds...
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