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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: New Buick Member 72 skylark custom, Nov 8, 2024 at 10:21 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: How Many Are Retired? Loving or Regretting It? knucklebusted, Nov 10, 2024 at 3:40 PM
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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: How are you cleaning harness and fuse box terminals? tubecatgs, Nov 10, 2024 at 7:07 AM
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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: May 14-17 2025!!! 2.5, Oct 30, 2024
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    5. Buick FAQ

      A collection of the more commonly asked questions.
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      Latest: 1967 Console psycholark, Nov 10, 2024 at 1:31 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: The walk around. 436'd Skylark, Jul 24, 2024
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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: 1955-56 Buick Super or Roadmaster latch/guide plate for convertible top lobbuick, Sep 11, 2024
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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: A couple in u-pull fastest430, Nov 7, 2024 at 7:01 PM
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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: 72 GS Stage1 Numbers Matching Convertible Resto docgsx, Nov 9, 2024 at 4:06 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: Post up your model builds! Nicholas Sloop, Nov 9, 2024 at 12:34 PM
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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, Nov 2, 2024
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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: Rallye Gauge accuracy 436'd Skylark, Nov 10, 2024 at 2:34 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: spark plug heat sleeves Mark Demko, Nov 7, 2024 at 10:42 AM
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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: I retarded my timing Mark Demko, Nov 10, 2024 at 11:03 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: 66 Gran Sport exhaust questions wkillgs, Nov 10, 2024 at 3:09 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: 1967 Qjet accessories Matt Knutson, Nov 4, 2024 at 4:01 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: What it takes to run turbo's on a carb hugger, Nov 10, 2024 at 12:17 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: 1962 Buick Skylark - pucker factor > 200r4 trans to 215 engine Anthony Andrews, Nov 10, 2024 at 1:00 PM
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    2. Pro-Touring

      A home for your G-machine Buick A or G body.
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      Latest: Big bodies 68ElectraCustom, Nov 1, 2024
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    3. U-shift em

      For gear grinders only, all your manual trans questions.
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      Latest: M20 or M21 crash, Nov 8, 2024 at 8:35 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: 1967 rear diff xcaddict, Nov 9, 2024 at 6:26 AM
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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: Brake booster restoration?? Mike Trom, Nov 10, 2024 at 1:15 PM
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    6. The Hides

      Wheel and tire info here.
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      Latest: Trim Rings for 1971 14x6 Super Sport Wheels - 1230853 schwemf, Nov 8, 2024 at 11:19 AM
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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: Let's talk alternator, voltage regulator, ignition etc. BadBrad, Nov 10, 2024 at 3:34 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: New or rebuild stock style ac compressor source schwemf, Nov 9, 2024 at 12:28 PM
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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 first Buick that I restored. Dwane.williams, Sep 28, 2024
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    2. Color is everything!

      All you need to know about paint and bodywork.
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      Latest: 1970 GSX Saturn Yello ROCK N ROLL GSX, Nov 9, 2024 at 7:41 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: air cleaner paint StratoBlue72, Nov 4, 2024 at 2:03 PM
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    4. Interior City

      Dash, seat, carpets, and everything else inside. Ask here.
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      Latest: Same car? 73 Buick Century Luxus Hardtop Coupe Switzerland-BuickCentury, Nov 10, 2024 at 3:20 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: Best source for new top? Redmanf1, Sep 14, 2024
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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: Vinyl top code "U" for a 1972 A-Body BUQUICK, Nov 3, 2024
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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: Arm Rests and Bases richopp, Nov 5, 2024 at 5:00 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: TheSilverBuick's 1977 Skylark TheSilverBuick, Nov 5, 2024 at 9:20 AM
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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: Buick regal limited dash plaque light fix 1987Regal, Oct 14, 2024
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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, Oct 15, 2024
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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, Nov 7, 2024 at 9:13 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: BBB into 1970 C20 Chevy truck. Need help!! BuickSmith, Nov 10, 2024 at 7:43 AM
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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: Musclecar Power Magazine Nailhead in a 1967, Jun 7, 2024
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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, Nov 4, 2024 at 11:27 AM
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    3. Stock Appearing

      For vehicles of all makes, that "appear" stock.
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      Latest: 11 SECOND STOCK APPEARING OLDS ROCK N ROLL GSX, Oct 20, 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: Stage 2 casting status??? TA Perf, Aug 16, 2024
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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: 2 455+ engine blanks in the shop hugger, Aug 8, 2024
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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: New Years Special: $100 off any 10 bolt 8.5 Build techg8, May 2, 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: 1969 Stage1 4 Speed Convertible …MCACN? StevieRay, Oct 22, 2024
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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: Reproduction Window Stickers tdacton, Oct 29, 2024
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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 60 40 seats from 76 electra garyd, Oct 15, 2024
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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 gs 4 speed - Flint area 3clicks, Nov 10, 2024 at 2:15 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: Joe, 71’ Skylark George D., Nov 1, 2024
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    4. Ebay Parts and Cars

      Talk about parts and Cars on Ebay here.
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      Latest: 1968 GS 400 Grill Surround curtis 838, Oct 30, 2024
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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: NOS 70 up Console Shifter Horse shoe bezel. Switzerland-BuickCentury, Nov 10, 2024 at 3:39 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: 1971 Stage 1 For Sale Numbers Matching $29k Guido, Nov 8, 2024 at 11:16 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: 1973 Riviera Eric Aull, Nov 7, 2024 at 9:18 AM
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    8. Parts wanted

      "Parts is Parts"
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      Latest: 73 Buick Century chrome part for handle shif Buicksky, Nov 10, 2024 at 3:38 PM
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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: 71 GS350 67 Post GS, Oct 24, 2024
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