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Parts Wanted / Re: 64-65 Skylark brake/clutch pedal assembly.

« Last post by TrunkMonkey on May 26, 2025, 10:47:05 AM »

I did a conversion to manual in the late 70s on my '64 Special using an Olds '66 f-85 for parts.
All the manual components fit perfectly

I also used the 330 from the Olds, so the z-bar width might be an issue if the Buick and Olds engines differ in that regard.
But pedals are a direct "drop in" fit.

So, 64-72 Olds a-body parts should also be a source.

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Parts Wanted / 64-65 Skylark brake/clutch pedal assembly.

« Last post by texasekberg on May 26, 2025, 09:21:02 AM »

working on converting my -65 SportWagon to 4 speed and trying to find as much original parts for such set up.

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Projects & Restorations / Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration

« Last post by cwmcobra on May 26, 2025, 07:05:24 AM »

Looking good, Marcus! What a feeling the first time you drive it, even if only around your yard. Sounds like you're going to be busy when it returns from the workshop. Enjoy the ride!

 

Chuck

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Projects & Restorations / Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration

« Last post by Aussie Skylark on May 26, 2025, 12:47:00 AM »

Hi Buick Men,
Progress has been slower than I would have liked, but it's still moving forward.
The Skylark is currently in a mechanical workshop finishing off the brakes. Master cylinder will be attached and brake lines to be made connecting the master cylinder to main brake lines.
The steering column is in, and the power steering pump has been commissioned.
Heater and fan is installed, AC ready to go in when it returns from workshop
I have received my new headliner and a few internal trim sections I didn't have, hoping to have it installed soon.
Yesterday I got brave, pushed the Skylark out of the shed, started it in neutral then clicked it into gear and drove across the yard ready for the truck to collect this morning.  it was a great feeling to move it under its own power, brakes will be very reassuring though
Few photos of current state, I have bolted the driver's seat in just so I can move it around. seat still needs upholstery fitted.

Thanks again for support and reading my post.
Marcus

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Electrical / Re: 1965 Ignition switch

« Last post by Aussie Skylark on May 26, 2025, 12:21:17 AM »

Hi Guys,
Thanks for replies, looks like Jim has what I'm after.

Jim, I have sent you a PM

Thanks Marcus.

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Paint / Re: Data Tag Color Code has 3 characters?

« Last post by dl7265 on May 25, 2025, 09:12:55 PM »

There is an aledged 1 owner car for sale , code YYA , with a black vinyl top.
 Wouldn?t that be Y-2 for Bamboo / black vinyl ? And YY would be bamboo body & roof ?

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Electrical / Re: 1965 Ignition switch

« Last post by Jim on May 25, 2025, 08:54:25 AM »

For marcus,.

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Events & Event Pictures / Re: Award winning members

« Last post by Jimbo on May 24, 2025, 06:21:59 AM »

Congratulations!
Thanks for the pictures too

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Events & Event Pictures / Re: Award winning members

« Last post by Loren At 65GS on May 23, 2025, 07:09:06 PM »

Congratulations Starc and Chuck! It was a great event with the exception of the weather we experienced Thursday night.

  Loren

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Events & Event Pictures / Re: Award winning members

« Last post by Jim on May 23, 2025, 04:56:13 PM »

Yes ,well done  guys .jim