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Parts For Sale / Re: Rear Clip (in California)
« Last post by kcombs on Today at 11:17:33 AM »
Steve:
The rear clip will replace your trunk floor all the way to the sheet metal seam under the back seat. It will also fix rust around the rear wheel well opening if needed. It will require a butt weld in the area that has chrome trim on a non-GS. If you are okay with laying out where to cut and making the welds, it is the best solution to rusty quarter panels and trunk floor you will find. I will get back to you soon.
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Parts For Sale / Re: Rear Clip (in California)
« Last post by Clatter on Today at 10:50:48 AM »
Just sent a PM.
Ready and willing to make the drive.

This is just what we need?

Much thanks,
Steve
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New Members / Bio's / Re: New Guy from California - 65 GS Resto
« Last post by Clatter on Today at 10:01:24 AM »
Aw, shucks, guys, thanks for the kind welcome.

At this stage (stage 1?   :laughing7: ) -sorry- *cough*... I'm just a babe in the woods.

My plan at this point is to comb through any/all info already written here that might help us.
That way i don't have to bug y'all with questions that have already been answered 100 times.

I did indeed order the interior directly from Legendary.
They're sending samples of their headliner material that they admitted wasn't perfectly accurate.
Perhaps one of you guys knows where to get the right material, or even a whole headliner?
SMS has a reputation for taking years and years... Maybe that's our only choice?

Any of you guys use Just Dashes?
They did one for my friend's car and it came out kind of "puffy".

This is an example of what makes an accurate resto so difficult.
Aftermarket parts are often the only choice.
It's a real burden having an experienced eye.
So many things that 99% of the world would think are fine can really bug a guy who knows and cares...

Man, i would -so- love to head East and meet up with a couple of you guys at a show.
Seeing someone pick apart a car would be most educational.

I can do that with VWs now.
Could be a show judge with them for sure.
-But-
The VW scene has changed massively since the 80s.
It used to have spectacular customs and perfect restos,
Now it's success if the car arrives under its own power.
Unlike a real show,
Most VW events,
People get super offended if you show up and start critiquing.
Having incorrect stuff is a point of pride for many of them.
My friends and i have developed nonverbal signals to communicate when checking out cars,
So not to get someone's little panties all in a bunch...  :angry9:

Really looking forward to a change of scene.

I'm the opposite.
If someone knows something i don't and points it out,
I'm totally stoked.
It's an opportunity for me and my car to improve.

So, by all means,
I'm 100% -all ears- when it comes to missing and incorrect things with this car.

We have the opportunity to save another GS from extinction.
Between my skills and facilities,
(And Buddy's money)
We'll all hopefully live long enough to save another nice example for posterity.











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Parts Wanted / Re: chrome trim recommendations
« Last post by Loren At 65GS on Today at 09:42:45 AM »
Both can be found at AMES Performance.
The front set is part number G120. Retails for $149.  The rear set is part number G129L and retails for $169.

  Many Pontiac items cross over to our Buicks.

  Loren
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New Members / Bio's / Re: New Guy from California - 65 GS Resto
« Last post by WkillGS on Today at 09:36:15 AM »
Hey Steve, great to have you here! :occasion14:
It looks like a solid car and a great candidate for restoration.

Body panels and chrome can be tough to find replacements for. The mechanical stuff (other than engine) is mostly shared with the other GM divisions and generally available. With that said, Ames Pontiac is a respected supplier here. Many of their GTO parts will fit our Buicks, so get one of their catalogs. CARS (in NJ) is a Buick supplier which has parts repo'd. They make many unique parts, which are sometimes sold by other retailers. I haven't dealt with the big retailers like Year 1, OPGI, etc. Some of their products are hit/miss when it comes to quality.

The 'Documentation' section of this site is a gold mine.... start with the 65 Buick Chassis manual and the GS supplement manual. The Body manual and Parts book can be invaluable as well.
The 'Gallery' contains lots of literature ranging from dealer info to old magazine articles... great stuff.

I'm primarily a '66 GS guy, I have a bunch of those, and a 65 GS vert project I picked up years ago.
I did get diverted to the other side with a daily driver '88 Saab 900 turbo around 1998. They're fun cars. My dad had a '64 VW squareback I learned to drive in. I'd like to see a pic of your fastback if you'd care to post.

Looking forward to your progress!

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New Members / Bio's / Re: New Guy from California - 65 GS Resto
« Last post by Rollaround on Today at 09:18:17 AM »
Welcome to our GS support group. Looking forward to watching your Buick resurrection. 
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New Members / Bio's / Re: New Guy from California - 65 GS Resto
« Last post by cwmcobra on Today at 08:41:19 AM »
Sorry Steve. Seems I missed the link to your V8Buicks post with all the pictures and information.

Thanks for joining us. Looking forward to your build thread!

 :cheers2:

Chuck
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New Members / Bio's / Re: New Guy from California - 65 GS Resto
« Last post by Loren At 65GS on Today at 08:26:13 AM »
Welcome !

 Took a look at your build thread on v8. From what I gather, the engine was done by previous owner with parts purchased from the Martins. Russel and his son are among the best Nailhead builders.
 You have already done some parts sourcing I see. Speaking from experience on interiors, Legendary has the better seat covers. I have installed both PUI and Legendary seat covers. The Legendary are more accurate and better fitting. I suggest going directly to Legendary and skipping the middleman. Dash pads were remanufactured through a Texas company, but they have become unreliable. They still owe me a couple of pads that I have paid for.
 As Walt stated, stay away from FB for information on restoration. I look at those when I feel like I need a good laugh.

  Again, Welcome.
   Loren
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New Members / Bio's / Re: New Guy from California - 65 GS Resto
« Last post by cwmcobra on Today at 06:50:34 AM »
Welcome! Looks like you have a good candidate for restoration and the skills to do it well. Kudos for helping a friend!

Your VW and Fiat experience is impressive. Particularly to me as I'm working on a 70 Opel GT for a friend that was a mouse and squirrel house for 30+ years. And driven on salty roads in Michigan. So, lots of challenges and frustrations.

Interesting rainbow of colors in the engine compartment of that GS. Does it have an automatic trans? Please post some pictures of the interior and underside when available. We all love to follow along on a restoration.

 :cheers2:

Chuck
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New Members / Bio's / Re: New Guy from California - 65 GS Resto
« Last post by GS66 on Today at 06:00:53 AM »
Welcome! Looks like you have a great project there! These are fun cars to drive and still comfortable.
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