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« on: July 04 2005, 11:15:35 AM »
Happy 4th to everybody, may this great nation always be the land of the free, and may we never forget 09/11. I hope everybody has a safe and somewhat sane 4th. God bless those that have to work today and protect our country and borders so that we may have the day off.
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« on: June 12 2005, 08:27:11 PM »
I am posting this for a friend who is unable to post:
For sale: Global West
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« on: June 06 2005, 01:54:52 PM »
The Bates Nut farm car show yesterday had the best turnout for a local BGNRA sponsored car show that I have seen for years. Steve Hurst, his wife, staff, Doug Frasure, and friends from the SoCal Grand Sports did an excellent job of organization and putting on the show. 1 real GNX, a lot of turbo buicks, about a 27 or so beautiful fully restored Buick coupe, at least 2 stage cars, and a beautiful fully restored & modified blown '40 Willys coupe were there. Some really outstanding early Buick iron there also.I took first place in '86-'87 stock t-types but I think that I did not have very many other cars for competition. Mike Barnard, (spoolfool2) off of Turbo buick.com was there and took second place in modified '86-'87 GN, beaten only by Don Wangs outstanding, beautufil and flawless highly modified '87 race GN. Some very exceptional Buick Turbo cars were there. About time that my Buick got up offo of it's arse and did something worthwhile. A lot of complients on my car, and a few non-believers on the fact that it still had it's original paint. Everybody had a great time. Although there's other Buick fun events such as the clan getting together at the Fontana drags, my hats off to the BGNRA in general and in particular to Steve Hurst, his wife, and all of the people of the SoCal Gran Sports for their assistance in making this happen. Met some really great people, too, as always. It was unfortunate that more of the local Buick turbo & Grand Sport clan could not make it.
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« on: May 25 2005, 08:40:50 PM »
For reasons known only to himself and God, Darryl Davis of D. davis Engineering, Santa Ana, Ca., and formerly of Boulevard Buick, 2850 Cherry Ave., Long Beach, Ca., 90755, took his life either this last Friday or this last Monday night. Darryl Davis was one of the most skilled and competent Buick mechanics in general, and turbo Buicks specifically, that I have ever met. He had just started his own business and was specializing in tri 5 ('55-'57) custom Chevrolets. Darryl was about 40. Darryl has serviced, repaired, and worked on my cars (mostly turbo Buicks) for about the last 10 years. He was a good friend and I am still in shock as I write this.
Darryl: I don't think that you realized how many friends that you had and to what extent we would have gone to protect you from whatever demons that were troubling you. God speed and may your soul rest in peace from whatever demons you could not escape from in life.
My prayers and sympathy go out to your family and all of your friends everywhere.
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« on: May 22 2005, 02:29:42 PM »
More Questions regarding body bushings:
All questions apply to a 16K mile '87 turbo-t which I am setting up for spirited street (straightline) and handling (freeway on ramp & off ramp, moderate to sharp cornering), with the emphasis on handling and I have the following questions:
I have seen some people quoting prices in the $ 150-160 range for body bushings, does this include both the upper and lower body bushings. Kirbans has a complete set of 24? factory upper and lower body bushings, including the GNX bushings, for about $ 250. Would I be better off going polyurethane? The other planned suspension parts will include Bilsteins on all 4 corners, Kirban's or Global West's front and rear springs, bigger front or rear sway, or both, Kirban's or Kenne-Belle rear seat brace, good upper and lower rear control arms, probably Global West, and maybe tube style front upper? or lower? control arms, with good del-alum bushings throughout the system. Any comments, pro or con, or suggestions for parts, name brands, or places to buy are welcome and appreciated. Most stuff will come from Kirban's and global west, so far as planned. I am planning on having this done by Tim Lee at Donlee Auto in Rancho Cucamonga, Ca.
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« on: May 19 2005, 07:53:50 AM »
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Location: Anaheim, CA 13th Annual Buick Turbo Car Show at Bates Nut Farm in San Diego area
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For all you West Coast Buick Turbo fans Have we got good news for all of you interested in a Car Show. It will be at Bates Brothers Nut Farm in Valley Center for the third year in a row just above the old location of Deer Park were we had for the last 10 years put on the BUICK AT DEER PARK in Escondido, CA. This location is situated on 100 Acres of land with one of the most picturesque setting I have ever seen. The Car Show is a one day Event Sunday June 5th 2005 from 8:00 Am till 4:00 PM. The Car Show is open to all Vehicles with over 20 Classes and a area to park well over 100 Vehicles under shaded trees the get together could be a great time for all. We will have a large Raffle with over $5000 in prizes and Gifts. There is two (2) major Casinos within 3 to 6 miles from the Car Show location. Entry fee is $20 Pre registrattion per Vehicle prior to May 31, 2005 on the day of the Car Show it will be $25 per Vehicle. To get more info on 13 Annual
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« on: May 18 2005, 08:21:51 PM »
Most of my vehicles throughout life (forgotten a few)
1. 1964 Triumph Bonneville bought in about July of 65
2. 1966-1967 Pontiac GTO, 389, 4 speed, bought in about 70
3. 1969 Plymouth GTX, 440, automatic, bought in about 71, traded for the T/A 340 six pack
4. 1967 BSA Lightning Scrambler bought in about 72, traded in on the
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« on: May 07 2005, 09:23:08 PM »
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« on: March 22 2005, 07:59:41 PM »
A few months back, I was in my mechanics shop getting a fuel pump installed & hot wired & I asked the mechanic what would he want to burn a chip for my car. $ 100 was the reply. Ouch. My next question: Do I get to keep my old stock chip? The mechanics response: Oh, no, these chips are no longer available and I can't find them, they are getting hard to get, so I will need to use your old stock chip. Now the mechainc throws in a ringer. He says: the only other person that I would recommend is so and so. His chips are pretty good. I go home, E-mail so and so, I ask can he burn me a chip for my car. Sure, he says, call me and give me the details. I call so & so. I say basically a bone stock car, Hooker catback, Hooker Aerochambers, SX pump, Racetronix hot wire, 91 crappy octane, THDP, adjustable fuel pressure regulator, but no fuel pressure gage yet. So & so says no problem to everything. I ash how much: So & so says that $ 50 should cover it. Can I keep my stock chip and you supply a blank chip to burn my chip, I ask. Sure was so & so's response. I ask how much extra for the blank chip? So & so says: No extra. I drop over fckng dead. this is getting so easy I can't handle the "Un-stress". So I am thinking, ok, here's where I will get killed: shipping & insurance charges. I ask so & so: How much for shipping and insurance charges to my zip, (couple of hundred miles away). Oh, that's included in the $ 50. Why did my ex-mechanic want to keep my stock chip you ask? He knew that I would need it for smog test, if nothing else, and he wanted me to come back and spend more money to burn me a stock chip. This is a true story, swear to God. Add whatever name that you wish. And don't shoot me, I am only the messenger
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« on: February 04 2005, 08:31:15 PM »
JSAautomotive
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Join Date: Feb 2005
Location: Chatsworth, Ca.
Posts: 6 Please Help!!!!!!!
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Hi guys..... Sorry to post in an in-appropriate area, but I need your help if possible.
I owned an 87 Grand National until today (2-3-05). It was stolen. I live in the San Fernando Valley of the Los Angeles area. It was stolen from a parking lot at 9221 Corbin Ave in Northridge, Ca between 9am and 2pm today. There is a substantial award for it's recovery.
Lic # 2DUU152
VIN# 1G4GJ1173HP437 521
Color / Black (of course)
It was in very good condition. I waited for this car for 3 years for my friend to sell it to me. It has some laquer checking, the hood had an area that had some primer and sanding. The interior and body were both immaculate.
Let me know if you guys happen to see/hear anything.
Thanks,
John Stevenson
John Stevenson Automotive
10158 Canoga Ave.
Chatsworth, Ca. 91311
24/7# (818) 772-1737
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