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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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    2. Board Supporters

      A listing of all usernames of those who help support this board.
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      Latest: 2023 Contributors List Storm1, May 12, 2023
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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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      Latest: Posting Photos Brett Slater, May 2, 2023
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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: Help with 71 Stg1 verification N360LL, Jun 7, 2023 at 10:12 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: Is it time to invest in the market? Fox's Den, Jun 9, 2023 at 4:58 AM
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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: 10 bolt 8.5 rearend pinion seal Ray, Jun 6, 2023 at 2:53 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: All Buick Car Show in Puyallup WA - Saturday June 17, 2023 cjp69, Jun 8, 2023 at 8:42 AM
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    5. Buick FAQ

      A collection of the more commonly asked questions.
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      Latest: Sub Frame Connectors for a 72 GS Convertible Paul A, Jun 5, 2023 at 3:55 PM
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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: What's a Dodge Ram Rumble Bee? gs66, Dec 28, 2022
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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: 1967 Buick riviera braking issue- Jamco parts Jmawani, May 18, 2023
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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: ‘70 Le Sabre in El Paso newmexguy, Apr 14, 2023
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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: 1970 Sherwood Green Stage 1 restoration priariecanary, Jun 8, 2023 at 9:41 PM
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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: Salvaged 70 GSX Ryans-GSX, May 10, 2023
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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: The desire of your heart...... GKMoz, Jun 6, 2023 at 7:20 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: Funny deposit in my radiator Quick Buick, Jun 8, 2023 at 9:25 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: 308s valve clearance GS Kubisch, Jun 8, 2023 at 2:58 PM
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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: Is this a solenoid and what does it do? imbroken, Jun 7, 2023 at 9:22 PM
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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 PGSS, Jun 9, 2023 at 3:09 AM
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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: Everyday Performance Electric Choke LARRY70GS, Jun 4, 2023 at 3:45 PM
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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: Looking to Get My SP3 Machined for Injectors Tom Righter, Jun 8, 2023 at 7:09 PM
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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: 1-2 upshift early puddle, May 30, 2023
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    2. Pro-Touring

      A home for your G-machine Buick A or G body.
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      Latest: Wheel Specs 72 Skylark Vert red67wildcat, May 22, 2023
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    3. U-shift em

      For gear grinders only, all your manual trans questions.
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      Latest: Reproduction TH400 id tag N360LL, Jun 9, 2023 at 12:03 AM
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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: 1971 skylark - wanting 3.55 posi LARRY70GS, Jun 7, 2023 at 6:11 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: Rear sway bar for 70 Skylark. ragtops, Jun 8, 2023 at 3:20 PM
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    6. The Hides

      Wheel and tire info here.
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      Latest: 15x8 Reproduction Buick Rallye Wheel Sources LARRY70GS, May 30, 2023
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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: Leveling My Rear Lower Control Arms Da Torquester., May 29, 2023
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    8. Sparky's corner

      How to fix that wiring mess! And put in cool tunes!
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      Latest: Horn goes off on sharp left turns - 71 LeSabre convertible Smartin, Jun 8, 2023 at 7:19 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: Radiator cap - Which is correct? BUQUICK, May 30, 2023
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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: 70 SS block on FB marketplace Mike Trom, May 28, 2023
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    2. Color is everything!

      All you need to know about paint and bodywork.
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      Latest: 1972 Head Light Door Chioce rolliew, Jun 8, 2023 at 8:48 PM
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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: original paint marks and writing(stamps),original finishes GSXSSQQ, Jun 7, 2023 at 6:55 AM
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    4. Interior City

      Dash, seat, carpets, and everything else inside. Ask here.
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      Latest: Sound Deadener over Lizard Skin ribuick, Jun 5, 2023 at 7:59 AM
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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: If I wanna swap my 350 for a 455, where do I start? Max Damage, May 26, 2023
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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: Twin City Buick road trip 2nd Gen Buick Fan, Apr 6, 2023
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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: 1970 GS Stage1, Brake Booster Vacuum Hard Line and Clip BrunoD, May 22, 2023
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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: Ok, I got an Apollo XmeUP, Jun 5, 2023 at 12:52 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: Needing photos of TA frame pads mounted in 82-87 Regal slamjob, May 22, 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: Can a bent grill be fixed? 350cid, Jun 5, 2023 at 5:05 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 GotTattooz, Jun 7, 2023 at 7:30 PM
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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: Featherlite ? TORQUED455, Apr 19, 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: At least the distributor is in the front… docgsx, May 22, 2023
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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: 65 300 stock 4 barrel intake manifold color? philbquick, Mar 11, 2023
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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 CJay, Jun 8, 2023 at 2:50 PM
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    3. Stock Appearing

      For vehicles of all makes, that "appear" stock.
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      Latest: A wagon in F.A.S.T ??? sbrmd, Apr 10, 2023
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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: Can anybody identify this piston and it's compression ratio VET, Jun 5, 2023 at 12:30 PM
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    2. TA Performance

      Your Leader In Buick Automotive Engine Parts
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      TA Performance

      Sub-Forums

      1. Our Company

      2. News and Information

      3. Products and Services

      4. Inquiries

      Latest: TA Alum 350 head flow tests Mark Demko, Jun 5, 2023 at 2:23 PM
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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: WE'VE CONSOLIDATED LOCATIONS OHC JOE, Sep 4, 2022
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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: 1966 425 Nailhead Quadrajet 7026240, restored F/S thm350, Mar 22, 2023
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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: 70 GS Stage1 Burnished Saddle Smartin, May 30, 2023
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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: NATIONWIDE SINGLE CAR TRANSPORT OPEN OR ENCLOSED Bill's Auto Works, Jun 7, 2023 at 8:47 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: 70-72 Skylark Dash Restoration IDOXLR8, Aug 30, 2022
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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: 1967 buick special frame and running gear 1964 buillac, Jun 8, 2023 at 2:33 PM
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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: 1967 GS400 - $29k in CA Chi-Town67, Jun 8, 2023 at 11:05 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: Major props to Rob-GoldBoattail455 wildcatsrule, Jun 7, 2023 at 2:46 PM
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    4. Ebay Parts and Cars

      Talk about parts and Cars on Ebay here.
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      Latest: '69-70 NOS Tilt Column 197064buickspec, Jun 8, 2023 at 10:00 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: New M/T Super Scavenger headers Redmanf1, Jun 9, 2023 at 1:32 AM
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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: 1960 Buick Electra 225 Riviera Sedan Smartin, Jun 8, 2023 at 7:05 PM
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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: Buick Powered Street Rod rkammer, Jun 8, 2023 at 10:32 PM
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    8. Parts wanted

      "Parts is Parts"
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      Latest: 14x6 Chrome Rallye Rims JJ Code Wanted Redmanf1, Jun 9, 2023 at 1:49 AM
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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: 70 to 72 part out Buickcub, May 21, 2023
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