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Doug: Now you can see why I'm asking all of these questions. No way I wouldl put a small block Chevy in this car. Actually, I wanted to...
Where should I attach the hoist chain to the block? Manifold bolts? Thanks! Gary
Thanks for the input. I didn't think you could pull the dog house as one piece. I see that the somewhere back 25 years ago when the car was...
I'm planning on front end ectamy. The hood is easy of course. Fenders, grill, all of the stuff. Should I try to pull it out with the trans intact?...
So I'm getting ready to rebuild my 1950 248 CI STR 8 - 3 speed. Since I have never pulled an engine out of anything, I'm hoping that I can get...
Bad67: Thanks for the pic of the design. I think I understand. BTW, what program did you use to draw the design? I have an '01 Vette that I...
Lots of great advice, dolly plans, etc. Thanks! I'm taking classes at the local community college. My old butt with a bunch of young ones. I...
I want to do some welding myself, which of course makes me very dangerous. Anyway, I'd like to build a few garage aids like a tire rack and a...
Thanks for the details. I was afraid it could be a big deal without a lot of research and help from those who have already made the mistakes....
By the way, there are a lot of posts on conversions. I was really wondering about early Buick experiences. Thanks again! Gary
Hey all - I'm looking for some info on converting my 6V to a 12. Seems like this would be a fairly big deal. Can I keep the stock guages with...
Not too good at posting Icons either!! Gary
OK, so I'm thinking that I'll keep the straight 8 in my '50 Buick and buy an adapter from transmissionadapters.com for a 5 speed from an S10....
Cool looking art work. Can't wait to see how you progress. I've just had a conversation with the transmission adapter guy and he doesn't...
Are you getting the adapter from www.transmissionadapters.com? Can't wait to see how this works out. Any info you can impart concerning the...
Thanks Gents! Gary
Let me correct the above. Can anyone recommend a good source (site, etc) for nailheads and speed parts, etc. I've been googling without a great...
Has anyone ever mated a 401 or 425 to a T56? Is this possible? Also, aside from junk yards (am I showing my age?) that are not very plentiful...
Great info. Thanks a ton!!!! Gary
Where did you get the after market linkage and bushing? Thanks! Gary
OK, so I'm new at this and have lots of questions. Anyway. I've discovered that I can use a Fat Man Fabrication front clip that will allow for a 3...
Another pic
Krooser: Thanks for the comments. I hear what you're saying about a pile of parts. I'm building a big garage with a lift so at least I'll...
How hard of a job is it to make my 4 door a 2?
Now that would be cool. Sounds like a lot of fabrication tho. Gary
Scotch: Any more pics of your ride? Thanks! Gary
Scotch: Sounds like you've got a lot of stuff figured out!!! I'm really impressed with the straight 8 work. I've been in love with '50...
Any suggestions on suspension changes? I'd really like to be able to make a turn without feeling like I'm turning a whale. Chevy's have tons of...
Hopefully this pic will post.
OK, maybe I'll get this post in the right Forum yet!! I've recently acquired a 1950 Buick model 43 4 door sedanette. Initially I picked up the...
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