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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: 2021 Contributors list Jim Weise, Apr 6, 2021
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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: 1964 Wildcat w/Factory 4 Spd production numbers SpecialWagon65, May 4, 2021 at 1:19 PM
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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: Newbie from Canada Nailhead in a 1967, May 8, 2021 at 1:02 AM
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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: Ohhhhhh it gonna be nice! Dano, May 8, 2021 at 2:22 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: DIY Dash Pad Crack Repair Guide 69GS430/TKX, May 7, 2021 at 1:12 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: Buick Stock Appearing (BSA) pbr400, May 7, 2021 at 12:59 PM
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    5. Buick FAQ

      A collection of the more commonly asked questions.
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      Latest: Am I crazy or??? Quick Buick, May 4, 2021 at 11:49 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: You can keep talking, but the truth shall be known. Mark Demko, May 3, 2021 at 9:00 PM
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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: original style hose clamps Amyhasa62, May 7, 2021 at 3:32 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: Floor shifter for 1965 Buick Wildcat wildcat1562, Mar 21, 2021
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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: Buick Widows? Sean H, Sep 21, 2020
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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: 77 Esprit buicksWILD, May 5, 2021 at 12:59 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: 1:18 muscle cars as police cars sean Buick 76, May 5, 2021 at 5:49 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: HANDS....... Amyhasa62, May 3, 2021 at 5:27 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: '67 Core Support Interchange? 94IDI, May 7, 2021 at 8:28 AM
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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: Billet Crank Question, BrianTrick, May 3, 2021 at 5:35 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: When to run a stall converter? Reidk, May 8, 2021 at 1:37 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: Crank Pulley for 1966 GS Dan Hach, May 7, 2021 at 3:20 PM
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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: Chevy Van kack, May 2, 2021 at 11:36 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: SNIPER EFI on my Twin Turbo SBB Sebambam, May 2, 2021 at 5:23 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: '67 Electra ST400 won't shift from 1-2 67 Electra Cvt, May 4, 2021 at 12:19 PM
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    2. Pro-Touring

      A home for your G-machine Buick A or G body.
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      Latest: Are any of you Pro-Touring guys bringing your car to BG? lostGS, May 5, 2021 at 9:09 AM
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    3. U-shift em

      For gear grinders only, all your manual trans questions.
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      Latest: 65 skylark Gran sport tranny lines 482, Apr 11, 2021
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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: Pinion Yoke Question BrianTrick, May 7, 2021 at 9:38 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: Vacuum pump vs hydroboost for power brakes Buickstaged, May 5, 2021 at 7:05 AM
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    6. The Hides

      Wheel and tire info here.
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      Latest: think these are what ole 72 is getting Taulbee2277, May 6, 2021 at 2:59 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: Trunk lid pops open! OZGS455, Apr 26, 2021
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    8. Sparky's corner

      How to fix that wiring mess! And put in cool tunes!
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      Latest: Directions for changing vacuum advance cannister BadBrad, May 7, 2021 at 4:23 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: Who's interested in converting to R152a? Bogus919, Apr 26, 2021
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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: Recognize this Special?? Nailhead in a 1967, Apr 27, 2021
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    2. Color is everything!

      All you need to know about paint and bodywork.
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      Latest: 67 GS Post 68Rivi_In_Cali, May 7, 2021 at 9:31 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: Does this lift strap stay with the motor? copperheadgs1, May 3, 2021 at 7:10 AM
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    4. Interior City

      Dash, seat, carpets, and everything else inside. Ask here.
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      Latest: Package tray installation 67 GS NZ GS 400, May 5, 2021 at 11:55 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: 72 skylark top john Bryant, Apr 25, 2021
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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: 70 Stage 1 Help trying to decode this paperwork Mr Big, Apr 24, 2021
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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: 2nd run of dealer service mats!!! buick64203, May 4, 2021 at 6:27 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: What size tires to run on 14x6 Buick Rally’s on an Apollo? speed70, Apr 1, 2021
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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: Whole section is dead vanilla bean, May 7, 2021 at 11:24 AM
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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: 1973 LeSabre 455 fan shroud Tony Rossini, May 7, 2021 at 10:17 PM
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    4. Drag'n Wagons

      Mom should have had it so good!
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      Latest: 1972 Sportwagon fuel Tank Sending unit where to buy. AlaskaBuick, May 3, 2021 at 1:57 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: Intech trailers ss4825, Feb 18, 2021
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    6. Jeeps with the Buick Heartbeat

      Everything you want to know about Buick powered Jeeps.
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      Latest: Mystery Engine Diagnosis No Lift, Feb 7, 2021
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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: TRACTION for A-BODY 67NorCalGS, Feb 6, 2021
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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: The '60 Deville build thread. Steve73GS, May 2, 2021 at 12:11 PM
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    3. Stock Appearing

      For vehicles of all makes, that "appear" stock.
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      Latest: New A Body in the Hood 482, Apr 24, 2021
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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 State of the Art Restorations
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      Tri Shield Performance

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      1. Who We Are

      Latest: TSP 9.5" Street/Strip converters- Lifetime warrantee! 12lives, May 5, 2021 at 12:21 PM
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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: TA products 72gs4spd, Mar 14, 2021
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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: The New Wildcat HD Cast Iron block from Kenny Betts Racing vanilla bean, Apr 16, 2021
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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: Everyday Performance LLC now on instagram ilikebmx999, Feb 24, 2021
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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: I started a YouTube channel 69GS430/TKX, May 4, 2021 at 8:41 PM
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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: Heat riser valve delete * UPDATED 6/28/2020* Hector, May 4, 2021 at 9:32 PM
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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: Potential Group Buy: Reynolds Buick License Plate Frame Repros Nailhead in a 1967, Nov 28, 2020
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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: 2013 Buick LaCrosse all season mats Note 1970, May 3, 2021 at 12:34 AM
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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: 1972 Sun Coupe - $3500 69 GS 400, May 8, 2021 at 1:02 AM
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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: todd, stage 1 restoration charlierogers, May 6, 2021 at 5:06 PM
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    4. Ebay Parts and Cars

      Talk about parts and Cars on Ebay here.
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      Latest: 1970 GS455 Aqua Mist 4-speed Vert nc mike 350, May 6, 2021 at 1:25 AM
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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: 69/70 Hub Bub Dano, May 8, 2021 at 1:50 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: 1969 Buick Electra Convertible (Ron Mooney's car) SOLD 5/21 436'd Skylark, May 7, 2021 at 8:56 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: Wanted: 1970 Stage 1 or 1970 GSX (non stage ok) MikeM, May 6, 2021 at 10:40 PM
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    8. Parts wanted

      "Parts is Parts"
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      Latest: Cheapo rough 70 GS grill 41speciman, May 8, 2021 at 1:55 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: 1966 Skylark 2dr Post car for partout Dominic Ganassi, May 7, 2021 at 4:14 PM
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