You do have a problem with identification.
This may help:http://www.buicks.net/shop/engine_ident.html
The only straight 8 offered in '53 was the small straight 8. The last year for the 320 was '52. All others in '53 were the new V-8.
I have a 1953 70 series 320 cu inch stright eight Buick engine. Serial # 67401427. This is the large engine used in the convertable and the heavier Buicks. My engine was probably one of a few left over in 1952, and used in 1953. I am having a problem finding exhaust gaskets to fit the engine. Everywhere I go they try to sell me the smaller gaskets. Don't have no gasket stretcher !!! Would appreciate any leads. By the way, this engine powers a 1937 Seagrave Fire Engine! Larry in Kettering Ohio.
You do have a problem with identification.
This may help:http://www.buicks.net/shop/engine_ident.html
The only straight 8 offered in '53 was the small straight 8. The last year for the 320 was '52. All others in '53 were the new V-8.
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Hi, You may have already called them, but how about CARS in New Jersey. They specialize only in Buick Parts and sell the gaskets you need. Thier number is 908 369 3666. website www.buickparts.com. I have a 53 special with the 263 and bought mine from them.
Jason
Larry,
Try these guys also:
http://www.egge.com/
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