Z-Bar Parts Needed

Discussion in 'Parts wanted' started by 54Rich, Feb 27, 2012.

  1. 54Rich

    54Rich Silver Level contributor

    I need the following parts for my 69 4 speed.

    1) The seals on both ends of the Z-bar.

    2) The Clutch Rod Bushing.

    3) Clutch Rod Swivel (bottom of zbar).

    In the bottom of the Z-bar, there looks like it's a plug? (Mines just a hole, whatever was there is long gone). I'll need that too.

    Zbar Pic.jpg

    I can't seem to find these parts?

    Thanks
     
    54Rich, Feb 27, 2012
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  2. David G

    David G de-modded....

    Mike Garrison (racebuicks) may offer some of these in repro.
     
    David G, Feb 27, 2012
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  3. mrolds69

    mrolds69 "The Cure"

    I think the bottom of the Z bar is a grease fitting. I'm pretty sure those parts are available from Ames performance + Groundup Restorations, probably others.
     
    mrolds69, Feb 27, 2012
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  4. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    The original engine side seal is made of unobtainium. Even if you find one, the price will be through the roof. Everyone is using the Chrysler seal- pt #J3170937 which is readily available. The frame side seal is also non existant. There are a couple NOS pieces floating around, but very few and far between. You'll be better off using the felt washer that the 350 cars used. The swivel should also be a common item. Dave Kleiner makes the adjuster that the clevis pin goes into . The rubber bushing that goes in the Z bar Mike Garrison should have for you.

    If you search my recent posts, I posted a picture of what my NOS frame side seal looks like.
     
    CJay, Feb 27, 2012
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  5. 54Rich

    54Rich Silver Level contributor

    Thanks Everyone! The Chrysler seal is cheap enough ($3.99). I have my original outer seal, however, it's wore out. I'm wondering if a wheel cyl cap wouldn't work in it's place? Wanting to keep the grease in the bar, I'd think the felt washer would be messy?
     
    54Rich, Feb 28, 2012
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  6. RACEBUICKS

    RACEBUICKS Midwest Buick Mafia

    The bushings are $12 each plus shipping They are new GM I have a few left
     
    RACEBUICKS, Feb 28, 2012
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  7. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    I think the felt washer is more to keep the dirt out than thee grease in. There is a metal washer that goes in between the felt seat and the frame bracket on the 350 cars. Th wheel cylinder seal is a good idea. I posted all the dimensions in the other thread-

    http://www.v8buick.com/showthread.php?244648-Z-bar-outer-seal-455-only-pictures
     
    CJay, Feb 28, 2012
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  8. CJay

    CJay Supercar owner Staff Member

    I think the felt washer is more to keep the dirt out than thee grease in. There is a metal washer that goes in between the felt seat and the frame bracket on the 350 cars. Th wheel cylinder seal is a good idea. I posted all the dimensions in the other thread-

    http://www.v8buick.com/showthread.php?244648-Z-bar-outer-seal-455-only-pictures
     
    CJay, Feb 28, 2012
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