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General Discussion => General Discussion => Topic started by: Gary Kubisch on April 18, 2017, 11:49:11 AM
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Curious where this was built and original color.
Thanks,Gary
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll269/GSK_70/123951_zpsyruyxn8f.jpg)
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Gary,
That's a Fremont tag.
If thats an "H" it's Seafoam Green, "A" would be a Black top.
158 Trim code - is it a GS?
Mark
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Curious where this was built and original color.
Thanks,Gary
([url]http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll269/GSK_70/123951_zpsyruyxn8f.jpg[/url])
Fremont, CA car. Colors are Seafoam Green Poly and Black (two tone). Interior is Black bucket seats.
Dan
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Wow!
I thought that but couldn't believe it.
I'm puzzled as to how that two tone was arranged.
Car is red now but my favorite two colors together are black and green.
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Gary,
That's a Fremont tag.
If thats an "H" it's Seafoam Green, "A" would be a Black top.
158 Trim code - is it a GS?
Mark
Just a Skylark
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Wow!
I thought that but couldn't believe it.
I'm puzzled as to how that two tone was arranged.
Car is red now but my favorite two colors together are black and green.
The Skylarks had the "halo" top trim. The car would be green, and black inside the halo trim.
Buckets were an option on the Skylarks. Parted out a 4 speed, bucket seat Skylark 6 or 7 years ago.
That was a Verde Green, Black car.
Mark
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Dear Gary, Mark, Dan, and mid-60s Buick color coordinators,
Wow!
I thought that but couldn't believe it.
I'm puzzled as to how that two tone was arranged.
Car is red now but my favorite two colors together are black and green.
I can't tell you how the car originally looked in Seafoam Green with a black top, but I can show you a photo of another car painted in Seafoam Green. My wagon was also originally Seafoam Green and when she was repainted in 2011 the body shop was very careful to match the 1965 paint chips. So here is an example of what that color looks like:
(https://photos.smugmug.com/Biquette/Photos-of-Biquette/Photos-of-Biquette-in-Spring-2017/i-J7nF2bx/0/XL/Biquette%20next%20to%20white%20plums%20-%20port-XL.jpg) (https://canebas.smugmug.com/Biquette/Photos-of-Biquette/Photos-of-Biquette-in-Spring-2017/i-J7nF2bx/A)
I hope you like if you intend to bring the car back to its original color!
Cheers, Edouard
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Dear Gary, Mark, Dan, and mid-60s Buick color coordinators,
Wow!
I thought that but couldn't believe it.
I'm puzzled as to how that two tone was arranged.
Car is red now but my favorite two colors together are black and green.
I can't tell you how the car originally looked in Seafoam Green with a black top, but I can show you a photo of another car painted in Seafoam Green. My wagon was also originally Seafoam Green and when she was repainted in 2011 the body shop was very careful to match the 1965 paint chips. So here is an example of what that color looks like:
I hope you like if you intend to bring the car back to its original color!
Cheers, Edouard
I am absolutely a fan of seafoam Green.
Unfortunately someone removed the halo trim. Is that a difficult item to find? Anyone reproduce it?
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Gary,
It is not reproduced, but I'm sure some could be found out in my parts stash.
Loren
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That would be great!
Let me know what you find.
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I like it too!
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Dear Gary, Loren, Jim, and mid-60s Buick color perfectionists,
I am absolutely a fan of seafoam Green.
If you really want to match that color, you might try to keep an eye on eBay for a paint chip sheet of the period. They do show up from time to time and they aren't very expensive. Here is an online version of the 1965 exterior color paint chips:
http://paintref.com/cgi-bin/chipcreate.cgi?year=1965&manuf=GM&model=Buick (http://paintref.com/cgi-bin/chipcreate.cgi?year=1965&manuf=GM&model=Buick)
Obviously you can't trust the online images but it gives you an idea of what you are looking for. You'll see that some cross-reference colors are mentioned. However the body shop that painted my wagon didn't feel comfortable with those cross-reference numbers. So caution is apparently advised.
Cheers, Edouard
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So, Gary, did you buy it?
We're all anxiously awaiting pics!
The green/black combo would make for a nice looking car!
A buddy of mine has a super nice green '65 Lark..... I'll see if I can find a pic of it.
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I did buy it. Here is a "teaser" shot. The interior is what sold me. I looked at many West Coast cars and to get a rust-free example, the interiors are usually baked out of them or not correct. I don't have time for a project. I needed a driver and I think the will fit the bill.
I do need a more correct steering column and wheel along with a gas pedal
(http://i290.photobucket.com/albums/ll269/GSK_70/unnamed%207_zpsvdsaoodt.jpg) (http://s290.photobucket.com/user/GSK_70/media/unnamed%207_zpsvdsaoodt.jpg.html)
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Gary,
I will have to wait to see your pictures, phot bucket is under maintenance.
Anyways, there should be something on the roof area to mount the Halo trim to. The factory welded trim mounting studs to the roof. Then there are pieces that are held in place with special clips. The aluminum trim is then snapped onto the car. Some of the pieces are also attached with trim clips that go through holes and have nuts on the under side. If I recall correctly, it is the rear trim that uses those and also screws.
If you need pictures of what I am talking about, I can send or post them. I have a couple of '65s here. :overthetop:
Loren
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Dear Gary, Loren, and mid-60s Buick caregivers,
I do need a more correct steering column and wheel along with a gas pedal
Fusick makes accurate pedal reproductions. You'll find more information on that in this thread:
http://65gs.com/board/index.php?topic=3259.0 (http://65gs.com/board/index.php?topic=3259.0)
Unfortunately, nobody reproduces the steering column or steering wheel parts.. You'll have to decide how much effort you want to put into making the part of the car original.
Cheers, Edouard
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Let me check,I may have some extra Halo Trim.
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Gary,
Are you keeping the floor shift? I have a steering column for a column shifter and original used gas pedal with studs. Let me know if any of that is of interest. I also have a couple of steering wheels, but they are both have some cracks in them. For a driver, one of them might not be too bad.
Chuck
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Gary,
Are you keeping the floor shift? I have a steering column for a column shifter and original used gas pedal with studs. Let me know if any of that is of interest. I also have a couple of steering wheels, but they are both have some cracks in them. For a driver, one of them might not be too bad.
Chuck
Chuck,
I would prefer the correct stuff, column shift and all.
I'm definitely interested in the items you have. Send me a message and we'll go from there.
Thanks,Gary!
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PM sent
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PM sent
Hmmm.... Do I have to have a certain number of posts to get a PM? I'm not showing a message.
Maybe an email? gkubisch@gmail.com
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PM sent
Hmmm.... Do I have to have a certain number of posts to get a PM? I'm not showing a message.
Maybe an email? gkubisch@gmail.com
No, I just posted "PM sent" message before I sent the PM......timing is everything!
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LOL ...
I sent you an email. :thumbsup:
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Gary, Chuck was talking about going to Alyria swap meet this Sunday, don't know if that worked out or not for him.
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Glenn, I'm in Avon now and will be at the swap meet on Sunday. Gary and I have arranged to meet, with all of you, of course. Looking forward to it!
:cheers2:
Chuck