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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #240 on: October 08, 2024, 08:32:57 PM »
   Take your time, it will all come together and you will be proud of it....


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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #241 on: October 16, 2024, 05:47:03 PM »
Hi Buick Men,

I am a bit of a numbers man (I am an Engineer) I?m slightly amused by superstition, and I?m very keen on history.

When I purchased my Skylark, it had the original Californian plates on it, last registered in June 2015, exactly 50 years from manufacture date in 1965. Something to ponder..

You may recall I dropped my Skylark into the body shop on June 6 2024, the 80th anniversary of the D Day landings in WW2.

On 17th October 1974 I was born, and today 50 years since I was born, I?m bringing my Skylark home from the body shop, reborn with a new Artic White paint job.

Enjoy the photos, and get prepared for my questions to follow on ?how do you put this back together?

Kind regards
Marcus
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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #242 on: October 16, 2024, 05:48:20 PM »
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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #243 on: October 16, 2024, 06:04:20 PM »
Looking really sweet there Marcus. Now the real fun begins with the assembly. You'll have questions, I'm certain. We've been with you from the beginning, I know we will be there to help you reach the finish line with your build.

 Looking forward to more progress.
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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #244 on: October 16, 2024, 06:12:22 PM »
   HAPPY BIRTHDAY Marcus, another trip around the sun.. Your Artic White Skylark looks absolutely beautiful. I mailed out your parts today, so that is my gift to you. I don't know how long it will take to get to you but it's on it's way. Keep up the steady pace and it will all come together, and I will definitely be jealous...

                              :cheers2:  HAPPY BIRTHDAY  :occasion14:

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #245 on: October 16, 2024, 07:30:43 PM »
What Tony said! That's a really cool birthday present! Setting that body on the chassis will feel just great. By all means, keep us posted and ask away with questions!

Happy Birthday!

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #246 on: October 17, 2024, 06:03:36 AM »
Thanks Men,
My Skylark has almost landed.
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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #247 on: October 17, 2024, 06:38:14 AM »
Happy Birthday and congratulations. Car looks great, the journey continues. :occasion13:
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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #248 on: October 17, 2024, 02:49:14 PM »
Happy Birthday Marcus!!  :occasion13:

I'm glad to see all the progress.  You are indeed in the final laps of this race!!  :hello2:

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #249 on: October 25, 2024, 12:47:18 AM »
Hi Buick Men,

I had a few mates around last weekend and we sat the shell on the chassis. I had plans to take it off again to work on the fire wall "Bolt on Bits" however as I look at it, I think I can do the work as is.
Any feedback regarding fitting out components off the chassis?

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #250 on: October 25, 2024, 12:49:04 AM »
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« Reply #251 on: October 25, 2024, 12:36:52 PM »
Dear Marcus and mid-60s Buick caregivers,

Thanks so much for sharing photos of your restoration! 

You have done a very good job of restoring the engine to its factory configuration.

The last time my trusty wagon had nailhead green valve covers was when I as a teenager.  I remember my Dad being disappointment when we had the engine rebuilt and it came back Chevy blue.  That was all the way back in 1979!  The same was true of the snorkel air cleaner. 

So I'm reliving something of my past thanks to you!

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #252 on: October 25, 2024, 02:33:09 PM »
Shouldn't be any problem fitting everything to the firewall with the body mounted on the chassis. I did mine that way and don't recall any real problems.

It's looking really good! Enjoy the reassembly journey!

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #253 on: October 25, 2024, 06:47:07 PM »
   Your Skylark looks beautiful ! Keep up the good work.  :icon_thumright:


        Tony :thumbsup:
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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #254 on: October 27, 2024, 06:40:01 PM »
Hi Buick Fans,

I managed to get over my 50th Birthday celebrations and have put the shed back to Skylark restoration phase.

Over the weekend I torqued the shell to chassis bolts with new bushes in place. I've done a dry fit with brake booster, AC and trunk rubber. I don't have the best of photos on hand regarding the trunk seal, I believe it's in the right way, I'm just not sure if it right. It sits a bit funny along the deck section and around the corners near the hinges. Perhaps it will sit better when glued in place, I'm guessing taping the seal around the corners will help keep it in place while glue cures. The trunk closes (with a little effort) and seems to line up ok when closed, I guess they were never perfect.

Any recommendations on a sealing compound to use around the brake booster seal against the fire wall? I'm guessing I need some kind of compound that remains flexible. I'm hesitant to use silicone sealant as it will be there forever (perhaps that will be a good thing).

Waiting now on an order from OPGI with a stack of minor parts I need to keep going, some items are back order however expected soon.

Hope you enjoy the photos.

Marcus
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