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    No problem. Good luck let us know how it works...

    No problem. Good luck let us know how it works out for you.
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    The bar at the top just below team Buick toward...

    The bar at the top just below team Buick toward the middle of the page click the reference tab.
    Click on the 67 box. When the page opens it's to the left under the Electra nose.
    Look over the...
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    Welcome. With the key in the run position check...

    Welcome.
    With the key in the run position check for voltage on the positive side of the coil. If it's not there you'll have to trace out the circuit to find the problem. Ignition switch on the...
  4. Your welcome John. I've resurrected many vehicles...

    Your welcome John. I've resurrected many vehicles over the years and this is my more or less standard checklist. Depending on make and age there will be a few variables. Changing all fluids is the...
  5. How has it been stored? Dry gas tank or is there...

    How has it been stored? Dry gas tank or is there 25yo gas in there? If all was done correctly back then you'll have to do the following:

    Check that the engine is free by attempting to turn it by...
  6. New Wanted Listing: Wanted: Big Block Timing Chain Cover w/15 Degree Timing Tab

    A new Wanted listing has been posted by oldfoneguy:

    Wanted: Big Block Timing Chain Cover w/15 Degree Timing Tab

    The description for this listing is:
    ...
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    Or the distributor and or the cover is corroded. ...

    Or the distributor and or the cover is corroded. I hope its loose enough for you to make any timing adjustments they may be needed without having to force the distributor.
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    You may have burrs or other damage on it. Try...

    You may have burrs or other damage on it. Try cleaning it where it goes into the block with some fine emery paper. I believe every big block GM engine from the late 60's until the end of their...
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    Too big for the hole or just not going in all the...

    Too big for the hole or just not going in all the way? From my experience it should fit. You probably have to line up your oil pump shaft if it's not going down all the way.
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    Thanks for the help Todd.

    Thanks for the help Todd.
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    The RC 115 I'm referring to is GM part # 861854 a...

    The RC 115 I'm referring to is GM part # 861854 a dealer installed part. Its a # 15 - 15lb cap known as the Roto Safety. Not the plastic tank cap in use today with the same number. It has a red...
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    Correct Radiator Cap For 67 Electra?

    Hello all I'm replacing the radiator in my 67 Electra with A/C with a factory style replacement radiator. Would anyone know what the original radiator cap was for this application? Is it the RC15...
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    Factory Defect Exhaust Port

    After removing the passenger side exhaust manifold for a leak I found this excess material in the #2 exhaust port of my 1967 430. Total quality control failure, not what I would expect for a Buick...
  14. Before you put the valve covers on remove the...

    Before you put the valve covers on remove the distributor if you put it in and prime the oil pump so you see a good amount of oil at the top end. Put the valve covers on replace the distributor and...
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    You say it started after interior work and its...

    You say it started after interior work and its affecting the rear lights? Your rear body harness is damaged somewhere between the firewall and the trunk. This is the wiring for the taillights to the...
  16. What Do You Guys Use On Real Wood Dash Appliques?

    I'm looking to preserve the real wood dash appliques on my 67 Electra 225 Custom Convertible. They are in perfect condition and I would like to keep them that way. While in like new condition they...
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    Good job of narrowing down the problem Michael! ...

    Good job of narrowing down the problem Michael! Yes a booster should always be able to work with the full vacuum provided by the engine. Be sure to change that hose with a correct replacement. You...
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    Tinny your in luck if your LeSabre has power...

    Tinny your in luck if your LeSabre has power steering. I found this item on eBay. It's new not rebuilt and requires no exchange. It's also TRW which is as good or better than OE. I couldn't even...
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    It sounds like you should have this problem...

    It sounds like you should have this problem sorted out soon Michael. Please let us know how it turns out and what the actual problem was should you resolve it. Best of luck with your Riviera, be safe...
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    I can see that giving you a low pedal and brakes...

    I can see that giving you a low pedal and brakes that are not very effective but not causing the pedal to get stuck down unless the system is nearly empty. When you use the brakes do they seem to be...
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    Yes it's a one-way valve Michael so it sounds...

    Yes it's a one-way valve Michael so it sounds like its working properly. Its designed to only pull toward the vacuum source. From what you've told me I am now lead to believe the booster itself is...
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    Michael I'm still thinking you have a booster...

    Michael I'm still thinking you have a booster problem. It sounds like under certain conditions the vacuum is not releasing. There is a possibility the small valve that makes the 90 degree turn from...
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    I would lean toward the booster being the...

    I would lean toward the booster being the problem. If it is a rebuilt unit there may be a fault in it. You must also check the actuating shaft that goes through the firewall. Insure that the shaft...
  24. Are These Factory Steering Assembly Markings?

    After cleaning off 40+ years of grease and sand from the front suspension of my 67 Electra I found these markings. They seem to be enamel that was applied with a brush. Would these be inspectors or...
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    I believe the QJ became the only choice by '67...

    I believe the QJ became the only choice by '67 but there were some put on earlier. I'm taking a shot in the dark here working from distant memory but I think if the air cleaner has a base plate that...
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