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    Welcome to the #1 Buick V-8 Message board on the web! Brought to you by Tri-Shield Performance.

    1. News and Announcements

      Catch the latest news about V8Buick.com
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      Latest: 1973 Riviera VIN data WQ59B, Feb 13, 2024
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    2. Board Supporters

      A listing of all usernames of those who help support this board.
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    3. Suggestions and On-Line Voting.

      Your opinion counts here. Let it be known. We will vote on board changes here. The majority rules!
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    4. Tips On Using The Board

      It is not as complicated as it looks. Ask questions about the site or leave tips here, I got the manual with it!
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    5. Forum Operation Technical Support

      THIS SECTION IS FOR POST PROBLEMS USING THIS FORUM. PLEASE, NO AUTO RELATED QUESTIONS IN THIS SECTION!!!
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  2. Our Community

    General chat and bench racing.

    1. Wet behind the ears??

      This is an introduction forum, for those of you who are new to the board, the Buick V8, or the cars in general. Introduce yourself here, so we can get to know 'ya!
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      Latest: Matching help. Dano, Apr 16, 2024 at 7:24 PM
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    2. The Bench

      Pull up some pine, and let's talk it out. Anything goes here, as long as it "jives" with the tone of this board, which is family oriented, and is Buick related.
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      Latest: Dickey Betts, Allman Brothers - RIP Mike B in SC, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:57 PM
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    3. Wrenchin' Secrets

      Share your tips and tricks with us! If you have found a better way to do something, clue us in here!
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      Latest: How to remove paint or replace sport mirror glass? 12lives, Apr 18, 2024 at 12:37 PM
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    4. Buick Events and Clubs

      Under this main heading, you will find all the specific info about buick club events, and other events and racing series.
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      Buick Events and Clubs

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      1. Midwest Buick Challenge

      2. BCA Events

      3. Texas Buick Nationals

      4. GSCA events

      5. Other Buick Events

      6. GSE Street Eliminator Series

      7. Buick Performance Group

      Latest: Buicks at Dragway42 West Salem,OH. 3 Day Event got_tork, Apr 18, 2024 at 11:23 AM
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    5. Buick FAQ

      A collection of the more commonly asked questions.
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      Latest: Are Buick GS Rallye Wheels 15" only? 1973gs, Apr 4, 2024
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    6. Kill Stories (Where Hemis Never Win)

      You get to hear excuses like "my engine got filled with rainwater" and "his tires were 0.001" too big"
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      Latest: When Grandpa's car beats your young a$$ punk car... Nailhead in a 1967, Feb 14, 2024
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    7. Classic Buicks

      For the early Buick lovers out there. Any and all questions concerning the pre-64 Buicks.
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      Latest: 1976 Buick Free Spirit questions Jonathan Catto, Apr 16, 2024 at 5:18 PM
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    8. Junkyard Jewels

      How to find those "secret" or rare parts to fit your Buick. What fits what and easy conversions
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      Latest: ‘79 Le Sabre newmexguy, Apr 10, 2024
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    9. Buick "Widows" support group

      For all you ladies: even the "better looking racers amoung us". A forum just for you! Enjoy!
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      Latest: Missing - Rearview mirror bracket/button 1973 Buick Riviera HermannClausen, Dec 3, 2022
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    10. Members Rides

      Our "Hall of Fame", for our members to post a picture and buildup on their cars.
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      Latest: 1966 Wildcat Sport Coupe FLGS400, Apr 18, 2024 at 11:15 AM
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    11. The Hobby Lobby

      Get the latest information and how to's on Buick Model and Die Cast Cars.
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      Latest: So I started building a cabover tractor and realized Nicholas Sloop, Apr 12, 2024 at 6:25 AM
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    12. Help From Above

      Some issues need divine intervention, some things can't be fixed with a hammer.. Share prayer requests here. No religious based political discussion please.
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      Latest: Wheels Wife wheelz, Apr 14, 2024 at 5:33 PM
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  3. Engine Tech

    Discussion of various V-8 Buick engines

    1. Street/strip 400/430/455

      Building your GS motor? Ask all questions relating to the late big block here.
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      Latest: 455 Timing Cover Replacement Bigpig455, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:13 PM
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    2. Race 400/430/455

      The who, what, where, and how of screamin' race big blocks.
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      Race 400/430/455

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      1. Tomahawk Block Registry

      2. Tomahawk Block Buildups

      Latest: Jason Line #1 qualifier Bradenton John Osborne, Apr 13, 2024 at 6:12 AM
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    3. Small Block Tech

      Curioius about the little brother? Ask here how to get your 215/300/340/350 some respect!
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      Latest: Patrick's Twin Turbo 350 Build Thread Fox's Den, Apr 18, 2024 at 4:55 AM
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    4. 'Da Nailhead

      Pop Kennedy and TV-Tommy could make 'em run. You can too! Get the lowdown on the most underrated Buick motor here...who needs wedge heads?
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      Latest: TA Performance Single 4V WildCat Cruiser, Apr 9, 2024
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    5. The Mixing shop.

      All your carburetor questions, for race and street motors. AKA.. "Sonny, that one of those there "Domination" carbs you got there?"..
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      The Mixing shop.

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      1. The Venerable Q-Jet

      2. Holley

      3. Carter

      4. Other

      Latest: 1000+ cfm from a modified Qjet Kingfish, Apr 18, 2024 at 6:26 AM
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    6. High Tech for Old Iron

      This forum is for those brave souls who have ventured into the Turbos, FI, , blowers, Nitrous, and other non-conventional tech.
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      Latest: Holley Sniper issues Mark Demko, Apr 18, 2024 at 5:12 AM
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  4. Driveline and Chassis Tech

    How to get the power to the ground, and hook that monster!

    1. The "Juice Box"

      Ask all your auto trans and torque converter questions here.
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      Latest: Unable to stop my Turbo 400 from shifting JCP, Apr 17, 2024 at 6:25 PM
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    2. Pro-Touring

      A home for your G-machine Buick A or G body.
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      Latest: 1970 Skylark sleeper pro touring build 70skylark350, Mar 30, 2024
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    3. U-shift em

      For gear grinders only, all your manual trans questions.
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      Latest: M-21 vs M-20 Dano, Apr 14, 2024 at 7:33 PM
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    4. Got gears?

      Too much gear? Not enough? Discuss all your rear end and driveshaft questions here.
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      Latest: Gear Oil Recommendations monzaz, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:15 PM
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    5. The whoa and the sway.

      Stop that heavy beast! Get the brake info you need here. Need to work the twisties, or figure out how to transfer some weight? -- talk over your suspension and steering setups here.
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      Latest: Question 1967 Steering 12lives, Apr 16, 2024 at 9:37 AM
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    6. The Hides

      Wheel and tire info here.
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      Latest: Problem w/Wheel Vintique mitchr, Apr 16, 2024 at 8:42 PM
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    7. Race car chassis tech

      Talk chassis setup, gears, trans/converter, or any other aspect of a 10 inch tire, back halved or full tube wonder.
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      Latest: "traction Problems Forever" Solved Gary Bohannon, Feb 5, 2024
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    8. Sparky's corner

      How to fix that wiring mess! And put in cool tunes!
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      Latest: Power Windows operating with key on or off Ron Kaufman, Apr 18, 2024 at 12:36 PM
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    9. The Big Chill

      Jump in and crank up the A/C. If it dosen't work, ask questions and stay cool!!
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      Latest: Broken heater box. Lucy Fair, Apr 17, 2024 at 4:40 PM
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  5. The Resto Shop

    Make her like new again!

    1. Lost and Found

      Found a STG motor, or BB trans?.. paperwork that does not belong to your car. This forum is for listing those parts/items, to attempt to locate someone with the car they belong to.
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      Latest: Got documents for 484390Y211175 Electra Sweden, Apr 14, 2024 at 1:18 AM
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    2. Color is everything!

      All you need to know about paint and bodywork.
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      Latest: Paints to duplicate. Gold cad 436'd Skylark, Apr 18, 2024 at 9:19 AM
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    3. Chassis restoration

      Are you sure that is supposed to be painted? All your general chassis resto questions.
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      Latest: Asbestos in HVAC casings? Electra Sweden, Apr 18, 2024 at 2:56 AM
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    4. Interior City

      Dash, seat, carpets, and everything else inside. Ask here.
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      Latest: Painting speedometer numbers TrunkMonkey, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:13 PM
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    5. The ragtop shop

      For all you wind in your hair guys! Any convertible related question.
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      Latest: Is Electron still in business? Redmanf1, Mar 30, 2024
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    6. The "Paper Trail"

      Documentation Info ..If the line workers had any idea how important those sheets of paper that they just tossed anywhere would be..
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      Latest: Kenne Bell Stage 3 heads George D., Feb 18, 2024
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    7. Repro Parts

      What parts do we want to make. And let's talk out how it can get done.
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      Latest: convertible top switch dynaflow, Apr 17, 2024 at 9:11 PM
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  6. Our "other" cars.

    General questions, swaps ect.

    1. The "X" bodies

      A forum for our unit body friends.. The Buick Apollo and later model Skylarks
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      Latest: TheSilverBuick's 1977 Skylark TheSilverBuick, Apr 13, 2024 at 9:28 PM
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    2. V-8 Buick Powered Regals

      This section dedicated to the memory of Dave Dixon, one of it's first moderators, and friend to all here. He was taken away from us too soon. 12-10-03 -- Rest in Peace Dave.
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      Latest: Column Shifter linkage ? papa roger, Dec 29, 2023
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    3. A boatload of fun

      Buick's full size cars rule. Acres of sheet metal, smooooth ride, and fast! Rivs, Invicta's Cats, Centurions, Lesabres and the 225.. Talk the tech here.
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      Latest: 1971 LeSabre convertible weird problem 12lives, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:03 PM
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    4. Drag'n Wagons

      Mom should have had it so good!
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      Latest: 1967 Buick special wagon FLGS400, Apr 18, 2024 at 11:22 AM
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    5. The Choo-Choo shop

      Getting there is half the fun! This forum for all questions and chat pertaining to tow vehicles, trailers, and equipment. Ask away!
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      Latest: Trailer tire recommendations please. 72STAGE1, Nov 10, 2023
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    6. Jeeps with the Buick Heartbeat

      Everything you want to know about Buick powered Jeeps.
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      Latest: Oddfire valve covers Jbgs430, Mar 10, 2024
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  7. Those other guys

    Our racing buddies, in all makes.

    1. The "Pure" Stockers

      "Really, it still has the factory spark plugs in it". Mmnnn..
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      Latest: 1967 GS radiator top plate/bracket differences GSXSSQQ, Mar 22, 2024
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    2. The "Other" Bench

      A hangout spot for general chat and bench racing for all our non-Buick friends.
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      Latest: Abandoned 454 4 speed Corvette rescue Max Damage, Apr 16, 2024 at 3:03 PM
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    3. Stock Appearing

      For vehicles of all makes, that "appear" stock.
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      Latest: 72 Sun Coupe Deathwish, Feb 8, 2024
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  8. Vendor Section

    NEW!!! Check out some of the top shops around the country. Ask questions and receive special V8Buick discounts.

    1. Tri Shield Performance

      Buick Performance Racing Engines and components
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      Latest: 1969 Skylark 350 rear main oil leak replacement method suggestions??? LLC, Jan 25, 2024
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    2. TA Performance

      Your Leader In Buick Automotive Engine Parts
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      TA Performance

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      1. Our Company

      2. News and Information

      3. Products and Services

      4. Inquiries

      Latest: 413 HLR arrived Thanks Mike! 482, Mar 24, 2024
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    3. Kenny Betts Racing

      Buick V-8 Performance parts
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      Kenny Betts Racing

      Sub-Forums

      1. Company information

      2. Our Products

      Latest: 2 455+ engine blanks in the shop Jim Weise, Mar 12, 2024
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    4. Everyday Performance LLC

      Everyday Performance For Your Cruiser / Muscle Machine.
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      Everyday Performance LLC

      Sub-Forums

      1. About Us

      2. Products

      3. Specials

      Latest: New Years Special: $100 off any 10 bolt 8.5 Build techg8, Mar 11, 2024
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    5. Antique Automotive Service

      Stainless Trim Polishing Mechanical Work Detailing Paint Restoration Inspections in the St. Louis area
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      Antique Automotive Service

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      1. Stainless Trim Repair

      2. Projects

      3. Inquiries

      Latest: Another basket case 70 Stage1 convertible J. Jaeger, Mar 27, 2024
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    6. Small Garage Products and Services

      Some of the best engineered products were made right in our own back yards. If you supply unique products from your own garage and do not have a business, go ahead and post these for sale items here. This section also a "catch all" for private services offered, such as tuning and transport.
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      Latest: San Diego, CA Enclosed Transport Available April 19th FreighTer Jim, Apr 14, 2024 at 9:34 AM
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    7. Group Purchases

      Take advantage of discount pricing when you do business with other members that have group purchasing power. If you have a group purchase that you would like to arrange with other members, please post them here.
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      Latest: Skylark Fenders 70-72 IDOXLR8, Jun 14, 2023
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  9. How much for that doggy in the window?

    The V8 Buick Classifeds

    1. "Pay It Forward"

      This forum is for requests and replies for free or substantially below market value parts. Got a rare part, that collecting dust, and you want to offer it to help out one of your buddies? This is the place. "A good deed never goes unpaid"
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      Latest: Rebuilt 1969 Skylark Hood Hinges Duane, Apr 8, 2024
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    2. Cars and Parts For Sale Leads

      This section is for leads on cars or parts you may see elsewhere on the internet or in local publications. Strickly for cars and parts for sale, that you don't own. To sell your car or parts, post an ad in the proper forum.
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      Latest: 69-70 16 inch rally wheel sandalwood Dano, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:34 PM
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    3. Buyer/Seller Feedback

      Post your good or bad experiences from doing business in these classified sections here. Please, be courteous and professional
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      Latest: Two Thumbs Up For Brett Dano, Apr 13, 2024 at 7:10 PM
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    4. Ebay Parts and Cars

      Talk about parts and Cars on Ebay here.
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      Latest: 71 gs 455 stage 1 VET, Apr 14, 2024 at 3:53 PM
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    5. Parts for sale

      PLEASE READ THE POSTING POLICY BEFORE PLACING ADS!!!!! Also, try posting ads in our new section V8Classifieds.
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      Latest: Wilwood Master Cylinder Sebm-One, Apr 18, 2024 at 12:06 PM
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    6. Cars for sale

      PLEASE READ THE POSTING POLICY BEFORE PLACING ADS!!!!! Also, try posting ads in our new section V8Classifieds.
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      Latest: 2008 Pontiac G8 GT Luxus, Apr 17, 2024 at 10:46 AM
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    7. Cars wanted

      That makes 2 of us... I want one of each. But you might find it here, and it never hurts to ask.
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      Latest: 69 Riviera cjp69, Apr 16, 2024 at 11:17 AM
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    8. Parts wanted

      "Parts is Parts"
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      Latest: 68-72 Bucket Seat Lower Plastic Skirts Marv Marksberry, Apr 18, 2024 at 1:23 PM
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    9. Car Part-Outs

      NEW!!!! Post ads for cars that you want to part out. PLEASE READ THE POSTING POLICY BEFORE PLACING ADS!!!!!
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      Latest: 67 4dr 340 4bbl cole, Apr 17, 2024 at 10:27 PM
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