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I'm updating a 37 Buick Roadmaster using a 95 Buick Roadmaster LT1 engine, 4L60E transmission. Not a lot about hotrodding early Buicks on the web. Would like to use the rear axle from the 95 Buick as well. From what I have read, I can cut off the coil spring parts off the rear axle and weld on...

I'm building a resto-mod 37 Buick with a 95 LT1 engine. I'm considering using a WRX or Legacy style gas tank instead of the typical rear mount tank. The primary purpose is safety, as this will be a daily driver and I want to take my grandkids for rides without worrying about the texting teen...

I'm adapting the gas tank from a 95 B-Body (Roadmaster) for use in my 37 Buick Roadmaster for EFI with my LT1 engine. I have read that the fuel pumps in these tanks can overheat if you do not keep at least 1/3 full. Also possible to starve pump in fast start or stop. The Camaro pump assy has a...

I have new Moog 719 threaded ball joints and bought sleeves from local race shop that are supposed to match. They are the "small chrysler" screw in type. Reading the Moog ball joint instructions it says that it should take at least 125 ft lbs of torque to seat the ball joint housing into the...

I would like to use traditional style painted wheels, poverty hubcaps, and trim rings on my 1937 Buick Roadmaster. I want to run radial tires that are either 205/70R16 or 205/75R15 because they will be compatible with my drive train. I've found numerous Buick dog dish hubcaps that vary in size...

I found out the travel of 93-04 Intrepid/Concord R&P is 6.9" which means they may work on my project. I'm considering using with the front cross member/control arms from a 95 Roadmaster/Caprice. 1) Does anyone happen to know the overall length of these assemblies? Thanks

I'm exploring another option for the front suspension & steering for my 1937 Roadmaster. I have a 1995 Roadmaster donor car and I'm considering cutting the front cross member out of that car and grafting it into my 1937. Virtually all the 95 steering, brakes, and suspension could then be used...

Has anyone out there converted a rear steer rack & pinion from a 2004 to 2009 Dodge Durango rack to center-take-off? If so then could you share some pictures and details? Thanks

I'm looking at buying a used Saginaw power steering box. Is there a way to test the box when it is off the vehicle to verify it is not worn and in not need of a rebuild? Thanks

Read about someone turning a wide OEM radiator on end so that it will fit in a 30's vintage car. Does a radiator work effectively when turned like this? Thanks

I'm considering using a Scout 2 steering box on my 37 Roadmaster. Primary reasons are they bolt to the outside of the frame and have a forward facing pitman arm. I would like to mate the parts from a my donor car (95 roadmaster that has a Saginaw model 800 gear box) to the scout 2 gearbox. I...

Bought a Makita 5 inch sander (model GV5010) to grind the welds as I weld in replace metn Very light weight at 2.6 lbs. Can't seem to locate sanding disks. Looking for 24 or 36 grit disks. The sample disk has a 5" outer diameter and 1/2" inner diameter. 1) Can anyone tell me a store in the...

I'm pulling the engine out of my 37 Buick and was told it's a good idea to remove the distributor before lifting engine out since they are expensive. The engine has not started in 50 years, but I want to make it as easy as possible for the next owner of the engine to get it running. 1) If I mark...

I bought a used MIG welder over the weekend with a partially used CO2/Argon bottle. The bottle is 3 ft tall, labeled AirGas and I believe is their 80 Cubic ft size. The bottle currently weighs 50 lbs. 1) Is there any way to determine how much gas is left in the bottle from the weight? Thanks

Removing engine, spindles & control arms 1) I need to pull the engine and transmission in my 37 Buick and have heard that the front springs will extend so far that it is difficult to lift engine over frame. Has anyone ever strapped, or used a spring compressor to prevent this lift? 2)...

Does anyone know the approximate weight of a 1937 Buick rear axle with springs & brakes, but no wheels. Thanks

I'm planning on using a toyota 4runner power steering box on my 37 Roadmaster build. I have two options 86 through 88, or 89 through 95. The 89 through 95 is said to have a faster ratio. 1) Does anyone know the ratios of each? 2) Does anyone know which would provide the best handling and...

Can anyone tell me the hole diameters and tapers 1995 Buick Roadmaster centerlink? I'm looking for these specs on the Pitman/idler holes and the tie rod holes. Thanks

Have been told the Borgeson and Classic Performance model 500 gearboxes for tri five chevies are based on OEM gearboxes used by some Isuzus, Toyota Cressidas and early Supras and some Toyota pickups. 1) Can anyone point me to the years I should look for? Thanks

I'm considering using a power steering kit designed for the 55-57 Chevy on my 37 Buick. 1) Does anyone have a 55-57 Chevy they could measure for me? 2) I'm looking for the distance between the mount surfaces for of steering gear box and the ilder arm bracket. See attached instructions. Thanks