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Going to take one out on the other side to so I can match it up then do what you guys say. When I tear it down I'll see what's going on with the...
Hey guys, just got my 1952 buicks inline 8 running great. Such a sweet sound to my ears. I started it up and let it run for about 40 minutes. I...
Thanks Ray
Guys I'm back. The wife had a baby so have not been able to work on the buick. But I did before I stopped working on it apply some of the JB...
Porknbeaner, here's the track for both cars. 52 Buick / 73 Riviera Front: 59" / 63.6" Back: 62" / 64"
I'm going to do the jbweld first. Test the car and make sure the trans is holding up. Might also buy another 263 engine with trans to have as a...
Good point porknbeaner!
JBWeld makes a "HighHeat" says it's strength is up to 800PSI and 600PSI at 400F. Says it will work on engine blocks. Might be worth trying that...
I say the best thing to do first is to take the engine out and weld or locknstich the crack. Reinstall it, see if there is a leak and see how the...
I've checked out locknstich before. I might try it but just need to get the engine out of the car. The steering is right in the way. Question:...
Here's some numbers on the 73 Riviera vs the 52 Super 73 Riviera / 52 Super Wheelbase: 122 / 121.5 Length: 223.4 / 206.2 Width: 79.9 / 79.9
Anyone have a idea if a 1973 Buick Riviera 455 would be a good option? Found one for a good price that is running. Going to check all of the...
Can you give him my info or message me his? Thanks.
Hey Ray, yea I checked them out. $1000 for the plate seemed a little high. Then adding the engine build and then having to replace everything from...
Which powertrain did you use?
Hey guys, I have a 1952 Buick Super that I bought last year. Car's in great shape. Hardly any rust, which is why I am wanting to do a full restore...
Been a while! I tried welding the block with the engine still mounted but it did not work. Going to have to take it out and do it the right way....
Update: Today is the first day that I have had time to work on the buick. I decided to weld the block (if I can get good enough access) where is....
Hey guys going to clean up the problem area today and get some good pictures. To see the exact area I will have to be under the car looking up. I...
The cooper sealant did not work. It is still leaking. So I placed a order with muggyweld for their 77 electrode....
I installed some Bars-Leak copper sealant the day I found out about the leak. Have not had a chance to start it up since then but will see on...
Ok awesome. They offer sizes 5/32", 3/32", 1/8". Should I just go with the biggest rod? Have to buy them in packs. Going to order a set on Monday....
Should a 200 amp ARC welder be fine for this job? Or should I get a 225 amp?
I don't think it is coming from the plug but I'm going to clean everything up with a wire wheel and see if I can see a crank. Will start it up to...
Hey Ben I checked out their site. Looks like the 77 electrode is what I would need. I'm going to call them up and see what size they would...
Geeeeez that's what I was not hopping for guys! This engine is running amazing! Well what are my options? Can it be welded or should I just look...
Hey guys I have a 1952 Buick Super with the straight 8. It sat in a barn for over 14 years and I just got it running good. Had to install a new...
I'm in Johnson city. Awesome, we have a lot of classics around these areas but you are right don't see many early 50 buicks.
Update: Had to take off my rear action shocks to rebuild them. Also had to replace the drag link that connects to the shock lever to the frame....
When I ordered the disc it said on the box that I need to order the backing plate. It looks like it just adds some support to it. Going to see if...
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