Thanks so much for your kind comments It is a bit strange to start with but you get used to it. It's just barriers and drive thru that's the problem but the bench seat helps! I will soon be starting a YouTube channel to document the progress, so I will post the link when it is live.
Yes...do videos. I probably know all classic buick related videos on youtube. When my car is driveable again I'm going to do onboard videos with a gopro (at least thats the plan
Thanks guys, I have been recording some videos. Once I have had a chance to do some editing then I'll upload them and let you know. I was fitting some weather strip to the trunk today from Steele Rubber. I put it in following the instructions but the trunk would not close. I pulled it out and fitted it differently, which seemed to fit better (basically just rotated it around a bit more.) It also seemed to sit flatter. I have put it in without adhesive and the trunk did close but barely. It is clearly under strain. I am going to keep it shut for a day or so and see if it flattens the seal down. Reading this post it seems I am not alone: http://v8buick.com/index.php?threads/trunk-weatherstrip-problems.126079/#post-973355
Hey everybody, I have great news - my first video is live! It is here if you want to check it out: The video follows my restoration of the air cleaner. Here is a photo of the before and after if you don't have time to watch the video.
Thanks mate, much appreciated! Not really to be honest but I have certainly watched a lot lol! The next one will probably be on the trunk weatherseal, or maybe the intro video
well it looks like you have a quality camera set up and turned out like the pro's do it . I've on done them on my phone so I can save videos to youtube for myself incase I lose my phone .
Ah cool, thanks I really appreciate that. It's actually just filmed on my iPhone but I have got a DJI Mobile 3 to make it more stable and smooth. It's a great little device.
Hey everybody, I just got my Riv back from the garage and am so excited! A run down of the work carried out: Transmission fluid Transmission filter Oil change Oil filter Differential oil change Electronic ignition upgrade All belts changed All spark plugs replaced Front springs replaced Front shock absorbers replaced Rear shock absorbers replaced Rear springs will be done towards end of September (delay on parts.) Her stance is great, even without the rear spring change. The power steering is now fixed thanks to the belt change. She sounds so sweet and smooth. Absolute dream to drive, completely effortless! Video will follow soon
Hey everybody, I finally got around to doing a video on the 1st service mentioned above, showing that parts that have been changed. The video is on my YouTube channel here if you want to check it out:
Hey everybody, Just another update, I managed to get some beauty shots of the Riv. I think you'll agree she looks beautiful! 1972 Buick Riviera - Front by gnatsum posted Oct 14, 2019 at 2:25 PM 1972 Buick Riviera - Back by gnatsum posted Oct 14, 2019 at 2:25 PM 1972 Buick Riviera - Interior by gnatsum posted Oct 14, 2019 at 2:25 PM 1972 Buick Riviera - Adam and Will by gnatsum posted Oct 14, 2019 at 2:25 PM
great video mate. I remember only to well when I had classic cars in the uk and trying to work on them in the rain , ugh ! be sure to keep the old belts in the trunk for spares so you'll have them if you break one on the road
Thanks mate! Much appreciated. Please subscribe if you want to, I'll be adding more videos soon. I'm actually having some continuing trouble with the belt squeal, so I have got a tension gauge to check the tension. The workshop has already said they will fit a fatter belt if it is a continuing issue.
