http://www.classiccar.com/forum/categories/general-motors-corporation/p5/feed.rss Mon, 20 May 13 06:38:00 +0000 GM Corporation Discussions on Classic Car Forum en-CA http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/119507/tire-size-conversion-help Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:56:15 +0000 denf221 119507@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/119148/1952-chevy-deluxe-help Thu, 21 Jan 2010 23:02:32 +0000 k-train 119148@/forum/discussions


im trying to find the power steering (powerglide) in a 1952 chevy deluxe.



all i need is a picture of the steering column, with the power steering.



can anyone help me?





if you can tell me what to look for to tell if i have power steering in it thats fine too.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/117752/1963-bel-air-electrical-problems Wed, 30 Dec 2009 03:40:10 +0000 gtaylor 117752@/forum/discussions


I've got a 1963 Bel Air that is in excellent condition, but it has been sitting for about a year, as the previous owner passed away. After replacing the battery and starter, we were able to get the car to start right up and drive beautifully. We got to the parking lot of a parts store, turned it off, and were unable to turn it back on after that.



Strangely, turning on the headlights from the dashboard doesn't work, and I get no power to my accessories when turning the key the ACC or ON. When turning the key to START, the starter doesn't budge.



We were able to run a wire from the positive post of my new battery to the positive post on the ignition coil, and short the posts on the starter with a screwdriver to get the car running. However, it ran really rough, mis-fired, and I had extremely dim headlights (as if it was running off of a drained battery instead of alternator power).



So as it stands right now, this sucker doesn't show any signs of life unless we short the starter and run that wire from the battery, which is pretty nasty. I don't get power to my panel/dashboard/interior lights, and I can't turn the car on like a normal person.



Does anyone have any idea what would be causing this? A friend seems to think the problem might be the ignition switch (i've already replaced the part that pops out with the key). But I figured the headlights would at least work regardless of the state of the key.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/108975/best-east-coast-restoration-shops Wed, 12 Aug 2009 01:46:13 +0000 FIREBIRD76 108975@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/43900/1953-belair-master-cylinder-removal- Tue, 20 Feb 2007 18:20:30 +0000 BelairBetty 43900@/forum/discussions


My son just bought me an old Belair that needs some work. Brakes first, we are trying to pull the master cylinder to rebuild, and can't get it out. Our shop manual claims you remove the assembly (it's frame mounted...buried under the pedal floor) by poking a 'stiff wire' into an unplugged hole on the pedal linkage pivot housing. We guess this should push out a pin of some kind which will free the pivot shaft??? Any better suggestions or insight into the 'stiff wire poking' phenomena? Mucho Gracias.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/110007/is-these-a-1962-pontiac-tempest-lemans-convertible Thu, 27 Aug 2009 01:10:51 +0000 Rubergua 110007@/forum/discussions


http://www.motosyautosgt.com/index.php?option=com_autostand&act=object&task=showEO&id=115





Thank You....]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/117211/hood Sun, 20 Dec 2009 19:31:20 +0000 cranny71 117211@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/116837/57-hot-rod-front-end-help Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:49:42 +0000 glarson1968 116837@/forum/discussions
It appears to have a rack and pinion steering conversion, it has disk brakes. anybody have any sugguestions.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/116838/56-wagon-tie-rod-question Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:52:35 +0000 glarson1968 116838@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/115845/gas-tank-removal Thu, 26 Nov 2009 03:22:08 +0000 pj48009 115845@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/114973/looking-for-03939-coupe Thu, 12 Nov 2009 03:39:48 +0000 jerry39coupe 114973@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/113422/where-to-buy-a-heatercore Fri, 16 Oct 2009 20:05:19 +0000 Zagster 113422@/forum/discussions


Every core I've found online for that model seems be different than mine. Here's a picture of what I pulled from my truck. Any ideas where to find this?



Much appreciated.



]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/113217/selling-my-1954-buick-century-sedan-with-original-322-nailhead-v8 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:59:21 +0000 mjsandbe 113217@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/index.php?option=com_ezautos&Itemid=12&task=detail&id=50 but it is easier to read on eBay http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=170394269943



It is a wonderful car, but I have to make room for my Hudson.



If anyone knows how to get my car listed right on classiccar.com please let me know.



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1954 Buick Century 4 door Sedan with Original 322 Cubic Inch 200 Horse Power Nailhead V8 and 83K miles (the odometer says 83K and the previous owner believed it was correct)



The Century has never been restored, just maintained to keep it in good working order. If you are looking for a Century in good original condition that runs and drives great, this is the car for you. The 54 Buick Century has one of the most gorgeous front ends ever produced, and this one is a fine example. It sounds great, is very solid and rust free, and has a very clean original interior. The car's title is clean and has no liens against it.



I purchased this car less than a year ago thinking it was going to be my family’s classic for many years to come and invested in it with this in mind. I did everything I could to make it safe and reliable for my whole family. The body and frame is rust free except for two nickel sized holes in the trunk where it looks like water dripped in due to worn weather-stripping. The floors are solid and were painted with enamel before the heat shield /sound deadener and new carpet was installed. The rockers are rust free. The car starts and runs great. While on the highway it easily goes 70 and has more to give when you hit the gas. The paint is not original but is an older paint job that still has plenty of shine but has some chips from being a driver. All chrome and stainless steel is in place. The chrome is in good driver condition and the stainless steel is also in good shape. The engine is the original 322 V8 Nailhead with oil bath air filter and 4 barrel carburetor. The car has 5 new radial tires on newly sandblasted and painted rims. The glass is in perfect condition except for the rear wing windows (flat glass). One is cracked but functional and the other is fogging. All windows roll up and down easily. All of the gauges work. The interior is in original condition except for the carpet which is new. The interior shows wear but is in overall good condition. The brakes are in very good condition, only a few years old. The car shifts beautifully. The exhaust is newer and in good condition. The car comes with 5 extra hubcaps, spark plug covers for the engine, shop manual, matched pair of door locks, other period literature, and a few other miscellaneous parts. A heater knob and the windshield washer reservoir are missing.



Car history for the last decade:

2000 Transmission replaced

2000 Windshield replaced

2002 Brakes replaced

2004 Fuel Pump Replaced

2004 Gas Tank refurbished

2008 Completely rewired

2009 Generator & regulator replaced

2009 New Radial Tires

2009 Rims sandblasted and painted

2009 Seatbelts installed (6)

2009 New heat shield/sound deadener, carpet, and floor mats

2009 Parking brake cables replaced

2009 New upper and lower radiator hoses, new spark plugs, new ignition points, new condenser, new distributor cap, new distributor rotor, new plug wires, and oil bath air filter thoroughly cleaned.

September 2009 Oil & Oil filter change and full body lube



Here are over 100 high quality pictures of the Buick: http://picasaweb.google.com/mjsandbe/1954BuickCentury4DoorSedan?authkey=Gv1sRgCM2qwpnVht3bGg&feat=directlink



YouTube Videos of the Buick:

* Exterior view of the 1954 Buick Century while running with lights on http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vtv8Rel9HuQ

* 1954 Buick Century at highway speed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hoEqgVWVfc

* 1954 Buick Century accelerating up to highway speed http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZwQCJ_YOsFo]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/112702/dont-laugh-69-buick-special-deluxe-air-box Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:43:39 +0000 RCCraig 112702@/forum/discussions


I recieved and its missing the bracket that holds air filter box on.



Hence no air cleaner box, heat exhaust pipe that runs to it.



How in the Lords name am I going to replace this? Original or otherwise.



I have called Cali to NY to no avail sofar.



Peace, Thanks for reading, Roger



it only has 60k on it, body is clean as can be, would like to get it runnin anyhow. It does run, just not good missing these parts.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/110644/1929-olds-head-lights-wanted Mon, 07 Sep 2009 23:01:28 +0000 Terraplaner33 110644@/forum/discussions
Thanks.]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/109450/1960-cadillac-help Tue, 18 Aug 2009 05:10:42 +0000 godchagk 109450@/forum/discussions


I've found a 1960 Cadillac series 62 that I would love to own. But I'm really trying to lay out a plan for it.



Right now I'm trying to put a price tag on the interior. I'm hoping to do some of it myself but I'm planning for the worst. If I had a professional replace carpet, seat upholstery, dash, door panels, and other vinyl pieces do you think it'd be more than $7,000. I'm sure it could cost more, a lot more, but I just want a basic simple refreshed interior. I'm not looking to replace key parts like the steering wheel, vents, switches, or consul parts or anything like that, mainly just the upholstery, carpet, and dashboard. Thanks for any help or advice you got for me. I've done as much research as a can, but I just don't know about labor, that's what I'm worried about. Parts actually seemed pretty cheap (cheaper than I expected), but I know labor can skyrocket quickly. How many hours do you think I'm looking at?]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/108769/please-help-me-understand-what-i-have-pictures-to-help Sat, 08 Aug 2009 02:08:43 +0000 mjsandbe 108769@/forum/discussions


















]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/106854/sealed-beam-headlights-turning-off Fri, 10 Jul 2009 07:09:57 +0000 Ismaho 106854@/forum/discussions
I am new at this forum and would appreciate some help from you.

I have a 1958 Cadillac Sedan Deville Series62 extended deck.

When i turn the low beam lights on they shut down after approx. 15 seconds and turns on again after 2-3 seconds. I have checked the realys and seem to work and they are not getting warm/hot. But the power relay is clicking when the lights shut down. :confused:



Hope you can bare with my english writing since I live in Sweden and english is not my first language.

Cheers

Ismo]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/107607/1963-impala-sport-coupe Mon, 20 Jul 2009 20:48:56 +0000 63ImpalaTexas 107607@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/105153/455-olds-wont-fire- Fri, 19 Jun 2009 04:17:40 +0000 bobsyourman 105153@/forum/discussions
Just finished building a 455 olds. Hei ignition. Cant get the damn thing to fire. Acts and acts like it wants to but just wont start.

i am pretty sure i have everything hooked up right. As its in a boat and i have another boat with a 327 sbc in it that i just copied. (the wiring)

Let me know if im wrong but as far as the distributor and timing marks and such is just like sbc? As far as seting dist.at tdc where the dampner is at 0* and rotor pointing at #1. with the #1 wire on it?18436572?For the olds as well?

Thinking it could be carb issues as i rebuilt the carb but dont know where or who ever had it before.

Any advise would be helpfull as i am about to pull my hair out !!!

Thanks]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/106849/can-you-tell-me-the-correct-ignition-timing-for-a-1975454 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 03:55:10 +0000 bobsyourman 106849@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/107154/need-to-find-a-part-59-caddy-brake Tue, 14 Jul 2009 19:26:24 +0000 John Frater 107154@/forum/discussions


The cap is nylon, has 2 wings on the top (so it could be turned by hand?), and a slot in the center for a screwdriver to turn it.



Thanks, John]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/107121/need-help-with-a-tranny Tue, 14 Jul 2009 12:45:07 +0000 cj5crawler76 107121@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/107039/1933-chevrolet-master-phaeton-colours Mon, 13 Jul 2009 07:57:13 +0000 DEEPAK 107039@/forum/discussions


Any help in modern equivalents would be deeply appreciated as I seem to have hit a road block in identifying the correct color equivalent.



Thanks]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/106595/new-to-the-scene-need-advice Tue, 07 Jul 2009 02:49:25 +0000 stealthbob 106595@/forum/discussions here as my first post to this forum.



I basically would love any insight from all you with the scars of experience.



I guess a good line to use is....



What is the one thing you wish you knew then that you know now....and how much money would it have saved you. (Other than wife jokes and not buying anything car related) ]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/106388/77-olds-delta-88-royale Sat, 04 Jul 2009 03:54:44 +0000 106388@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/99055/parting-out-65-olds-98-convertible Mon, 30 Mar 2009 09:22:29 +0000 Impala Guy 99055@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/101194/starting-issues-1968-impala Fri, 01 May 2009 03:10:31 +0000 ddyfxit 101194@/forum/discussions


Any help would be great. Thanks!]]> http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/50628/1962-pontiac-tempest-lemans-ragtop Sun, 03 Jun 2007 03:30:36 +0000 66patrick66 50628@/forum/discussions http://www.classiccar.com/forum/discussion/100969/the-death-of-pontiac Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:21:21 +0000 nhp1127 100969@/forum/discussions