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    problem solved

    Hi All,

    Tried a different carb and although it didn't fix the overheating at idle, it made the car run a hell of a lot smoother and more responsive. moved on to checking air flow. car was running...
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    Hi Bob, thanks for your reply, didnt think 200...

    Hi Bob,

    thanks for your reply, didnt think 200 was going to cause any real engine issues, just never had an engine that behaved like this + summer still hasn't arrived here so just wanted to sort...
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    Hi Bob, thanks for your reply checked the...

    Hi Bob,

    thanks for your reply

    checked the Thermostat and it does have the jiggle pin, bench tested it and opening temp is withing a couple of degress of what it should be so guessing that's...
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    1968 Skylark 350 operating temp-hot at idle

    hi all, i have a 1968 Buick Skylark Custom. 350 4bbl and 2 speed auto. i have just freshened up the engine with new rings and bearings and a small comp cam (268) new water pump, new thermostat (180)...
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    by Orange
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    I agree with 60electra225

    just filled the skylark for a nice winter cruise and paid $8.12/gallon !!! http://www.teambuick.com/forums/images/icons/icon8.png
  6. Thread: Gas Poll

    by Orange
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    $7.39 Gal

    New Zealand has got to be one of the most expensive, just gone up to 1.959 per litre for the grap they call super.

    thats $7.39 per US Gal !!!:clonk::clonk::clonk:


    insane, but what do ya...
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    float level all fixed

    awesome, thanks for your reply. got it all set correctly now (was too high) and it runs like a dream.

    thanks Orange.
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    68 skylark 350-2 float level

    hi all, having a problem with my carb flooding so wondering if anyone has the measurements for the float. have found lots of helpful information/pictures etc and specs for up to 1965 but can not find...
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    hi, thanks for reply, should have said that i...

    hi, thanks for reply, should have said that i have a manual but it doesnt show it clear enough for the certifier. also Buick Skylarks are like hens teath over here (New Zealand) so wont be any in...
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    68 Skylark rear shock mounts

    hi there, can anyone please help me. I am trying to get my 1968 Buick Skylark through Cert/Vinning and urgently require pictures of other skylarks showing the rear lower shock mount.
    The certifier...
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    all fixed

    had a mate call by and with him helping by turning the crank over and me gently levering on the dist base it popped out:hurray:. now the hunt for why it is jambing up......:confused:

    Regards,
    ...
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    350 distributor stuck

    hi all,
    i need help with my 68 buick skylark. i am doing a quick frame off rebuild and am just starting to piece the thing back together.
    last night i slotted the distibutor in but it looked a...
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    68 Skylark Chassis

    hi there, the car has had an accident at some stage of its life and has bent the chassis at the rear and where it goes over the diff, so need to go on a chassis machine and be pulled back into...
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    68 Buick Skylark Chassis Specs

    hi all,

    can anyone please confirm if the chassis are the same for 68 to 72 2dr skylarks. i have downloaded the chassis spec sheet for the 1970 model (found in the reference section of this web...
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