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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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    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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      Latest: Steering column rebuild question buick64203, Jan 5, 2022
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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: New Riviera owner. lemmy-67, Jan 20, 2022 at 1:21 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: R.I.P. Michael Lee Aday (Meat Loaf) Nailhead in a 1967, Jan 21, 2022 at 5:04 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: Radiator core bushings in upside down hugger, Jan 16, 2022 at 2:27 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: GS National 2022 Car Show changes needed? lostGS, Dec 31, 2021
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    5. Buick FAQ

      A collection of the more commonly asked questions.
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      Latest: Motor to build? Jim Weise, Jan 14, 2022
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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: The day I drove a Stage 2 - briefly :o) PGSS, Jan 9, 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: 1957-1960 Torque Ball Leak Repair Video telriv, Jan 12, 2022
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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: Some different Cars. kack, Jan 17, 2022 at 11:43 AM
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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: 1970 Buick skylark jannhall, Jul 27, 2021
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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: First time seeing daylight since 1992 87 GN 2.0 sean Buick 76, Jan 20, 2022 at 9:23 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: Who is this?? Anyone?? Bueler?? LSMS, Jan 8, 2022
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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: Prayers needed for my little family sean Buick 76, Jan 20, 2022 at 10:18 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: Question about exhaust bolts/studs Houndogforever, Jan 20, 2022 at 11:43 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: First Test- KBR Super Wildcat Billet heads JESUPERCAT, Jan 20, 2022 at 7:21 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: Exhaust manifold contacts bell housing now. :-( sean Buick 76, Jan 20, 2022 at 11:05 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: Cooling system suggestions Mark Demko, Jan 20, 2022 at 12:24 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: Carb too lean? tommieboy, Jan 20, 2022 at 5:24 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: Need Advice...Best Oil Filter New Build 72STAGE1, Jan 16, 2022 at 1:06 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: Which Transmission Fluid? Fox's Den, Jan 20, 2022 at 5:45 PM
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    2. Pro-Touring

      A home for your G-machine Buick A or G body.
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      Latest: Pics Of Your Lowered 70-72 Skylarks stump puller455, Jan 10, 2022
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    3. U-shift em

      For gear grinders only, all your manual trans questions.
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      Latest: THM 400 filter 1969briviera, Jan 19, 2022 at 7:01 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: 8.5 posi question BrianTrick, Jan 19, 2022 at 1:58 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: Wilwood emergency brake cable kit... bignastyGS, Jan 20, 2022 at 5:06 PM
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    6. The Hides

      Wheel and tire info here.
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      Latest: '65 Front Wheel Studs Too Short '65softtop4, Jan 16, 2022 at 9:28 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: Chassis mods for 70 GS Tom Righter, Dec 29, 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: Horn contact assembly question - 70 GS Reidk, Jan 18, 2022 at 11:56 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: Poa valve plastic cover. Dr. Roger, Jan 8, 2022
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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: Looking for my original 1970 4 speed transmission BYoung, Dec 31, 2021
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    2. Color is everything!

      All you need to know about paint and bodywork.
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      Latest: Do this look like body filler? sean Buick 76, Jan 20, 2022 at 11:07 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: INNER FENDER PATCH PANEL 12lives, Jan 20, 2022 at 3:56 PM
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    4. Interior City

      Dash, seat, carpets, and everything else inside. Ask here.
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      Latest: 70 chrome door panel backing plates Stage 2 iron, Jan 20, 2022 at 9:03 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: Areas of concern when looking to buy Max Damage, Dec 10, 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: Anyway to tell if a 1972 GSX is real? Duane, Jan 20, 2022 at 1:58 PM
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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: ISO repl. gas tank 72 Electra Paolo, Jan 21, 2022 at 3:23 AM
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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: my newest buickbill, Sep 22, 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: My 76/77 Buick regals going to the darkside! Norman Martin, Jan 20, 2022 at 9:34 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: 1968 Buick Electra custom 68ElectraCustom, Jan 16, 2022 at 12:04 AM
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    4. Drag'n Wagons

      Mom should have had it so good!
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      Latest: Buinicorn my 1964 wagon superbuickguy, Jan 20, 2022 at 7:35 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: Dexter torsion axle trailers Quick Buick, Jan 6, 2022
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    6. Jeeps with the Buick Heartbeat

      Everything you want to know about Buick powered Jeeps.
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      Latest: 1970 Jeep Wagoneer 350/TH400/Dana20 Tom Miller, Dec 16, 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: 2021 Pure Stock Drags in Stanton, MI Bigpig455, Sep 25, 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: Aussie Mopar 1968 Valiant OZGS455, Dec 25, 2021
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    3. Stock Appearing

      For vehicles of all makes, that "appear" stock.
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      Latest: Hemmings Muscle Machines-FAST RonaldVak, Aug 26, 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: Updated Torque converter program!! Opa, Oct 20, 2021
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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: Pictures of the Polished 300 Valve covers GSFredsbuddy, Dec 17, 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 Bens99gtp, Dec 30, 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: Awesome dual 4 quadrajet setup rkammer, Jan 11, 2022
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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: Stainless Trim Polishing Cliff's Notes breezy 455, Jan 20, 2022 at 10:38 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: Offering Direct Enclosed Auto Transport Year Round In The Lower (48) States FreighTer Jim, Jan 11, 2022
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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: Free 71' 4v intake manifold 455 and oil filters Devin, Jan 15, 2022 at 9:43 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: 1969 Buick GS Stage 2 Prototype 72STAGE1, Jan 21, 2022 at 1:08 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: Rob Giroux- Precision Billet Inc. 1969RIVI, Jan 18, 2022 at 9:46 PM
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    4. Ebay Parts and Cars

      Talk about parts and Cars on Ebay here.
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      Latest: 1963 Buick Riviera Optional trumpet horn restored racenu, Jan 17, 2022 at 12:27 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: TA Performance Stage 2 Headers...Used hugger, Jan 21, 2022 at 5:16 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: 2013 1LE Camaro twin turbo hugger, Jan 20, 2022 at 6:00 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: 64-66 Special or Skylark Super Bald Menace, Jan 20, 2022 at 4:24 PM
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    8. Parts wanted

      "Parts is Parts"
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      Latest: Power seat Black69Judge, Jan 21, 2022 at 12:03 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 part-out 67 Post GS, Jan 12, 2022
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