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  1. LARRY70GS
    Sticky

    Power Timing your Buick V8

    LARRY70GS, Jan 2, 2005 ... 43 44 45
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    srb
    Nov 28, 2022
  2. Dennis S
    Sticky

    Factory Stage 2 heads

    Dennis S, Nov 22, 2005 ... 17 18 19
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    126,409
    70GREENROCKETS
    Dec 5, 2023
  3. LARRY70GS
    Sticky

    Gauges?

    LARRY70GS, Feb 1, 2010 ... 10 11 12
    Replies:
    238
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    45,230
    DaWildcat
    Dec 1, 2023
  4. LARRY70GS
    Sticky

    Oil Pump clearances and oil pressure

    LARRY70GS, Oct 24, 2017 ... 3 4 5
    Replies:
    88
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    14,402
    smdog66
    May 22, 2023
  5. Nicholas Sloop
    Sticky

    What year Big Block Buick to Build?

    Nicholas Sloop, Jan 25, 2007 ... 2 3
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    54
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    49,608
    Al68buickgs
    May 13, 2017
  6. smitter
    Sticky

    Still question striping option

    smitter, Nov 6, 2004 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    51
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    32,936
    Lee Bacon
    Mar 28, 2013
  7. LARRY70GS
    Sticky

    Installing points conversion, and HEI System function, tests, and modification.

    LARRY70GS, May 13, 2012 ... 2 3
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    50
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    23,784
    Skylark-72
    Dec 12, 2021
  8. RANDY TAUSCH
    Sticky

    Who can tell me about replacing my heater core?

    RANDY TAUSCH, May 11, 2004 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    45
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    42,395
    Inglburt
    May 22, 2020
  9. MyDadsBuick
    Sticky

    Are all sport mirrors the same?

    MyDadsBuick, May 5, 2004 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    42
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    35,298
    GKMoz
    Dec 28, 2017
  10. Shayne Dillinge
    Sticky

    carpet on kick panels???

    Shayne Dillinge, Jan 11, 2005 ... 2
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    35
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    27,009
    ctlikon
    Dec 2, 2015
  11. George D.
    Sticky

    'Commonly shipped items size/weight/etc' thread

    George D., Nov 29, 2006 ... 2
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    22
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    18,489
    12lives
    Jul 23, 2009
  12. LARRY70GS
    Sticky

    Distributor Part #s and Specs, 1965, 66, 66, 67, 68, 69, 70, 71, 72, 74

    LARRY70GS, Jan 19, 2018 ... 2
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    21
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    4,254
    srb
    Jun 6, 2021
  13. Smitty455
    Sticky

    The Ultimate 70-72 A-body Sport Mirror Guide

    Smitty455, Apr 13, 2022
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    19
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    7,615
    Smitty455
    Dec 17, 2023
  14. Don McCurry
    Sticky

    Help Identify Mirror??

    Don McCurry, Feb 26, 2007
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    8
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    13,438
    Don McCurry
    Mar 2, 2007
  15. Mike Sumrell
    Sticky

    Website with Parts and Illustrated Parts manuals for 1961-1972 Buicks

    Mike Sumrell, May 6, 2019
    Replies:
    6
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    1,768
    Mothman58
    Feb 16, 2024
  16. GranSportSedan
    Sticky

    how to degree a cam..

    GranSportSedan, Jun 26, 2005
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    6
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    9,706
    tumminello123
    May 2, 2010
  17. bigwilly
    Sticky

    Troubleshooting Non-Depressed Park Wiper Systems

    bigwilly, Oct 20, 2015
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    5
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    5,775
    DWBRUNJES
    May 3, 2018
  18. bob k. mando
    Sticky

    Big Block Oil Passage Mods

    bob k. mando, Jun 11, 2009
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    5
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    14,756
    flynbuick
    Nov 15, 2017
  19. LARRY70GS
    Sticky

    Aluminum Radiators

    LARRY70GS, Jul 10, 2021
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    3
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    1,211
    cjeboyle
    Dec 16, 2023
  20. LARRY70GS
    Sticky

    How to install seals in your 64-67 Vent Windows

    LARRY70GS, Mar 8, 2022
    Replies:
    2
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    588
    Redmanf1
    Mar 9, 2022
  21. rtv72

    1970 GS 455 4 Speed Registry???

    rtv72, Aug 7, 2015 ... 7 8 9
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    167
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    35,153
    Rich Johns
    Oct 12, 2020
  22. Dennis S

    What if there were no Buicks?

    Dennis S, Jun 24, 2006 ... 2 3 4
    Replies:
    69
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    5,337
    zoid
    Dec 12, 2006
  23. ourdad1

    Foam ram air cusions

    ourdad1, Nov 22, 2004 ... 2 3 4
    Replies:
    66
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    3,456
    BadBrad
    Dec 8, 2004
  24. 72stage2

    stage 1 up for auction

    72stage2, Jun 20, 2007 ... 2 3 4
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    62
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    5,787
    jbc455
    Jul 6, 2007
  25. 1968_GS400

    Do GS 400 Convertibles Built in Fremont, CA have Z in VIN?

    1968_GS400, Mar 6, 2022 ... 2 3
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    58
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    1,929
    Duane
    Mar 11, 2022
  26. 350sky

    350 vs 455 engine

    350sky, Apr 10, 2012 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    53
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    14,554
    Fox's Den
    May 12, 2012
  27. RDBSONS3

    Is A Skylark A Muscle Car????

    RDBSONS3, Sep 21, 2004 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    53
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    10,026
    Sportwagon400
    Nov 17, 2004
  28. Andrew Skidmore

    Posi Rear End For GS, Optional?

    Andrew Skidmore, Jan 2, 2005 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    47
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    5,101
    LARRY70GS
    Jul 17, 2021
  29. skuba steve

    leaded, or unleaded ?

    skuba steve, Mar 6, 2004 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    47
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    4,762
    wildcat4
    Feb 18, 2005
  30. 1965Buick

    Which engine should I install into my 65 Skylark

    1965Buick, May 26, 2011 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    46
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    6,400
    1965Buick
    Jul 31, 2011
  31. smitter

    1966 Wildcat GS

    smitter, Jan 5, 2004 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    43
    Views:
    7,921
    jonny
    Jun 24, 2008
  32. 12lives

    1972 GS Sun Coupe rare?

    12lives, Jul 16, 2018 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    42
    Views:
    7,719
    Bigpig455
    Nov 16, 2021
  33. Nick

    How to avoid Capital Gains Tax when selling car

    Nick, Jul 28, 2009 ... 2 3
    Replies:
    40
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    15,592
    gsxdave
    Aug 1, 2009
  34. 1968_GS400

    Fan Shroud vs Guard on Non-AC Convertibles

    1968_GS400, Mar 18, 2022 ... 2
    Replies:
    38
    Views:
    1,880
    Mike Trom
    Sep 24, 2022
  35. ssyko_813

    Fuel Injected Big Block

    ssyko_813, Jan 29, 2006 ... 2
    Replies:
    37
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    4,888
    leo455
    Jul 2, 2007
  36. 78ParkAvenue

    Largest Buick?

    78ParkAvenue, Aug 29, 2004 ... 2
    Replies:
    37
    Views:
    5,383
    NEAT Car Ads
    Oct 14, 2005
  37. ChesapeakeChris

    Which 455 Valve Cover Gasket is Best? Material, Thickness?

    ChesapeakeChris, Jan 18, 2023 ... 2
    Replies:
    36
    Views:
    1,626
    Fox's Den
    Jan 25, 2023
  38. Marco

    Decoding your Buick engine (stampings/castings)

    Marco, Nov 7, 2002 ... 2
    Replies:
    36
    Views:
    32,540
    Vecch
    Jan 29, 2018
  39. leo455

    1970 Stage3 Cars

    leo455, Oct 26, 2003 ... 2
    Replies:
    36
    Views:
    3,169
    leo455
    Nov 5, 2003
  40. tallytony1000

    Baffled

    tallytony1000, Dec 12, 2010 ... 2
    Replies:
    35
    Views:
    2,577
    gsgns4me
    Dec 26, 2010
  41. Rusty Davenport

    Riv GS Stage1?

    Rusty Davenport, Feb 17, 2006 ... 2
    Replies:
    34
    Views:
    5,545
    leo455
    Mar 27, 2006
  42. r0ckstarr79

    Need info on

    r0ckstarr79, Jan 14, 2004 ... 2
    Replies:
    34
    Views:
    2,736
    Phil Racicot
    Feb 11, 2004
  43. *skye*

    Am I crazy or???

    *skye*, May 1, 2021 ... 2
    Replies:
    33
    Views:
    1,007
    Quick Buick
    May 4, 2021
  44. Gold GS

    recommendations for a new radiator

    Gold GS, Jan 22, 2019 ... 2
    Replies:
    33
    Views:
    3,531
    Brad Conley
    Apr 17, 2020
  45. SCOTTFISHER

    Why they called it a GRAN Sport?

    SCOTTFISHER, Feb 15, 2009 ... 2
    Replies:
    33
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    25,081
    SCOTTFISHER
    Feb 22, 2009
  46. 68 Skylark cust

    Picture : Is it a LeSabre ?

    68 Skylark cust, Mar 2, 2004 ... 2
    Replies:
    33
    Views:
    1,817
    Phil Racicot
    Jun 29, 2004
  47. 68 Skylark cust

    LeSabre and Regal

    68 Skylark cust, Sep 24, 2003 ... 2
    Replies:
    33
    Views:
    3,200
    Phil Racicot
    Dec 11, 2003
  48. John Proden

    1970 GS Stage 1, 4 speed.

    John Proden, Jun 20, 2020 ... 2
    Replies:
    32
    Views:
    1,472
    Dano
    Jun 22, 2020
  49. ChesapeakeChris

    Which Radiator/Gas Tank To Get?

    ChesapeakeChris, May 7, 2023 ... 2
    Replies:
    31
    Views:
    1,218
    LARRY70GS
    May 28, 2023
  50. MR.BUICK

    Horsepower for a 231 V6

    MR.BUICK, Jan 19, 2004 ... 2
    Replies:
    30
    Views:
    13,477
    skierkaj
    Feb 4, 2010
  51. 68 buick sk

    68 oldsmobile engine

    68 buick sk, Dec 28, 2009 ... 2
    Replies:
    30
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    6,487
    smokum
    Jan 10, 2010
  52. ChesapeakeChris

    What is Considered Real? Do GS, Stage 1 or GSX Require Matching Numbers Anymore?

    ChesapeakeChris, Nov 20, 2022 ... 2
    Replies:
    29
    Views:
    1,484
    George D.
    Jan 30, 2024
  53. stagedsweden

    1970 Frames

    stagedsweden, Jun 8, 2007 ... 2
    Replies:
    29
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    3,138
    SwedishGS455-71
    Aug 2, 2007
  54. Postsedan

    Flint Built GS Stage1`s, Fuel Tank USS Decal?

    Postsedan, Aug 6, 2012 ... 2
    Replies:
    28
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    6,677
    1972 Stage 1
    Sep 22, 2012
  55. jason boal

    1967 GS 400 Option code 2F

    jason boal, Aug 3, 2020 ... 2
    Replies:
    27
    Views:
    1,415
    flh73
    Aug 10, 2020
  56. Kenny462

    police

    Kenny462, Sep 3, 2015 ... 2
    Replies:
    27
    Views:
    4,643
    Ryans-GSX
    Oct 4, 2015
  57. 1965Buick

    300 to 455 swap

    1965Buick, Aug 14, 2007 ... 2
    Replies:
    27
    Views:
    2,950
    1965Buick
    Aug 20, 2007
  58. buickri

    Hood Release Bracket

    buickri, Oct 5, 2021 ... 2
    Replies:
    26
    Views:
    988
    Smartin
    Sep 3, 2022
  59. bruce hetfleisc

    looking for a source for buick red engine paint ,

    bruce hetfleisc, Mar 28, 2006 ... 2
    Replies:
    26
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    3,530
    copperheadgs1
    Aug 10, 2007
  60. 72GSdroptop

    How to replace a fule pump

    72GSdroptop, Apr 18, 2006 ... 2
    Replies:
    26
    Views:
    1,622
    grady11
    Jun 23, 2006
  61. 04AGSX

    Gsx Restoration?

    04AGSX, Apr 27, 2004 ... 2
    Replies:
    26
    Views:
    2,030
    71GSX455-4SPD
    Jan 28, 2006
  62. DesrtRunnr

    need help on price!

    DesrtRunnr, Oct 20, 2005 ... 2
    Replies:
    26
    Views:
    1,205
    DesrtRunnr
    Oct 22, 2005
  63. dreeesh

    experimental stage 3

    dreeesh, Aug 5, 2006 ... 2
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    2,722
    Stage 2 iron
    Apr 10, 2022
  64. 68 LeSabre 4dr

    All Buick ~MILAN Race Videos are finished !!

    68 LeSabre 4dr, Aug 13, 2003 ... 2
    Replies:
    25
    Views:
    1,733
    68 LeSabre 4dr
    Sep 7, 2003
  65. Gold GS

    Tinted Glass

    Gold GS, Apr 27, 2019 ... 2
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    1,473
    gstewart
    May 25, 2019
  66. Nick

    Gas Tank for 70 GS

    Nick, Aug 16, 2009 ... 2
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    4,088
    70Muscle
    Apr 11, 2018
  67. Jharb

    73 Century Distributor

    Jharb, Feb 13, 2008 ... 2
    Replies:
    24
    Views:
    2,008
    Jharb
    Mar 1, 2008
  68. Branonvalla

    Help find vin number?

    Branonvalla, Jun 12, 2020 ... 2
    Replies:
    23
    Views:
    1,277
    Nikolas
    Aug 20, 2020
  69. boots43

    v6 number location??

    boots43, Nov 6, 2013 ... 2
    Replies:
    23
    Views:
    11,020
    boots43
    Dec 10, 2013
  70. jaystoy

    Checking pushrod length

    jaystoy, Feb 27, 2010 ... 2
    Replies:
    23
    Views:
    6,170
    StageTwo
    Mar 29, 2011
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