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  1. The V-8 Buick.com BB

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

    1. News and Announcements

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      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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  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: 63 Skylark, special convertible brakes woody1640, Feb 9, 2025 at 6:28 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: Hawkeye Downs Automotive Swap Meet Is May 17th, 2025 - 100th Anniversary ! FreighTer Jim, Feb 10, 2025 at 12:57 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: 63 Skylark Special convertible Ralph Pisani, Feb 9, 2025 at 12:24 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: 2025 Buick Nationals fastdavedk, Feb 5, 2025 at 10:42 AM
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    5. Buick FAQ

      A collection of the more commonly asked questions.
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      Latest: Help with engine identification VET, Feb 9, 2025 at 9:20 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: butt hole in an F350 rolliew, Jan 24, 2025
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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: Sweep spear mounting kidclerk, Feb 8, 2025 at 7:14 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: Hoarding parts 71Dartman440, Feb 2, 2025
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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: Other Cars we Own kidsixpack, Feb 7, 2025 at 9:26 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: For all you model builders, 350 SSB? Premier 350, Jan 31, 2025
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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, Jan 18, 2025
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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 main caps 87GN_70GS, Feb 9, 2025 at 9:33 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: Jack Line Qualifies Buick in Stock Eliminator D STAGE 2 455, Feb 8, 2025 at 7:52 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: 3 line fuel pumps for 350? gsjohnny1, Feb 8, 2025 at 10:54 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: Let's see those nailhead engine bays RAMKAT2, Feb 9, 2025 at 8:43 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: 1968 Pontiac HO QJet ID help Stevem, Jan 30, 2025
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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: Ls Style EFI on a 455 Jim Blackwood, Feb 8, 2025 at 12:55 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: How to Rebuild a Super-Turbine 300 (ST-300) - A Pictoral Essay THX181, Feb 7, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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    2. Pro-Touring

      A home for your G-machine Buick A or G body.
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      Latest: suspension & brake compatibility and upgrading c137blazeops, Feb 9, 2025 at 11:22 PM
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    3. U-shift em

      For gear grinders only, all your manual trans questions.
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      Latest: Lenght difference between 72 GS 455 4 speed Ecable knucklebusted, Feb 8, 2025 at 2:17 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: 1965 skylark rear end swap question. monzaz, Jan 17, 2025
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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: 63 skylark brakes and suspension Ralph Pisani, Feb 9, 2025 at 12:28 PM
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    6. The Hides

      Wheel and tire info here.
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      Latest: A question about "Spyders?" 2manybuicks, Feb 9, 2025 at 6:00 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: Problems with the GM Lean(Sag) Ron Kaufman, Sep 9, 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: Fusible links ring terminal size timesublime, Feb 9, 2025 at 3:41 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: Aftermarket A/C heat defrost in 70-72 A body? 72gs4spd, Jan 26, 2025
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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: 1969 Twilight blue/ crystal blue paint roof stage 1 Daves69, Feb 6, 2025 at 3:38 PM
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    2. Color is everything!

      All you need to know about paint and bodywork.
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      Latest: Last minute details before shop paints 67 GS400 rjay, Feb 7, 2025 at 7:10 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: Help w/fastener I.D. using Assembly Manual & Part Catalog Duane, Feb 9, 2025 at 5:16 PM
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    4. Interior City

      Dash, seat, carpets, and everything else inside. Ask here.
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      Latest: Manual vs Automatic Carpet snowman4839, Feb 3, 2025
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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: Best source for new top? dhenderz, Jan 15, 2025
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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: What exactly does "SCO" mean? Brian Albrecht, Feb 4, 2025 at 6:27 AM
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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: 70-72 rust repair Max Damage, Feb 9, 2025 at 4:59 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: Where to get headliner? 1973gs, Jan 29, 2025
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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: 350 G Body Headers MrSony, Jan 31, 2025
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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: 1976 Electra-big car-Aluminum Radiator nekkidhillbilly, Feb 6, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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    4. Drag'n Wagons

      Mom should have had it so good!
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      Latest: Two way tailgate help??? Nailhead in a 1967, Feb 9, 2025 at 2:06 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: BBB into 1970 C20 Chevy truck. Need help!! BuickSmith, Nov 10, 2024
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    6. Jeeps with the Buick Heartbeat

      Everything you want to know about Buick powered Jeeps.
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      Latest: 350 Flywheel Super Bald Menace, Sep 1, 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: pure stock 1989 BUQUICK, Jan 29, 2025
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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 Break Down of a '69 Pontiac OHC inline six TheSilverBuick, Jan 6, 2025
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    3. Stock Appearing

      For vehicles of all makes, that "appear" stock.
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      Latest: What’s the biggest cam a stock appearing ROCK N ROLL GSX, Nov 13, 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: New product- Simple Solution Tom454, Aug 6, 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: Valve covers hugger, Dec 31, 2024
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    3. Cars (oldbuickparts.com)

      Parts and supplies for 1936 and newer Buicks
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      Cars (oldbuickparts.com)

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      1. About us

      3. Shop online

      Latest: CARS LLC Intro and Welcome Post VET, Feb 8, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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    4. Everyday Performance LLC

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

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      1. About Us

      2. Products

      3. Specials

      Latest: Happy customer glen roberts, Dec 13, 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: 70 GS350 4 Speed Coupe - Gulfstream Blue Chris Lott, Jan 30, 2025
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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, Feb 2, 2025
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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: Group Purchase: Plastic Re-Chroming of Parts Dano, Aug 10, 2024
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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 Brake drums and assortment of stuff newmexguy, Feb 9, 2025 at 8:42 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: 1971 skylark in ct. not mine gsjohnny1, Feb 9, 2025 at 3:37 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: Brian Trick Jeremy Zepnick, Feb 1, 2025
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    4. Ebay Parts and Cars

      Talk about parts and Cars on Ebay here.
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      Latest: 1970 GSX up for sale in Japan 704spd, Feb 4, 2025 at 7:32 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: Crower Billet Rods... Aluminum GRP....JE pistons hugger, Feb 9, 2025 at 11:13 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: 71 GS 455 for sale 72Ron, Feb 8, 2025 at 11:53 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: Looking for 65-72 Buick Skylark/GS or 73 to 74 Buick Apollo GS44667, Feb 8, 2025 at 5:06 AM
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    8. Parts wanted

      "Parts is Parts"
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      Latest: 1970 Skylark/GS master cylinder Black69Judge, Feb 10, 2025 at 12:05 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: 1967 Skylark Convertible Gary Barnhart, Jan 31, 2025
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