Another new guy

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Hello everyone! My name is Brian, I have been a member here for a little while and finally decided I should introduce myself. I'm just getting started on my project car...it's a bit unusual especially for this site. I have had the car a little over 12 years now. I bought the car just before I went into the Marines and it has been in storage for most of the time since then. I'm still in the Marines and am finally in a position where I can start working on it. The progress is going to be slow for a couple of reasons, the first being a trip to Iraq in February and then the need to keep it somewhat intact because the Marines have kept me moving around. The plan is to make a pretty mild pro-tourer, kind of keeping with the old Buick tag line of "going fast with class". Anyway, here are some pics...try not to laugh too hard.

[tyoneal]

Looks like a good starting point. You don't see many Buicks on here. There are a number of them I really like.

What are your plans for it short term and long term?

What are the specs on the car as it sits?

Ty

BTW: Welcome!

[ProTouring442]

I like it! Is that a '61 or '62? I think you can make a very nice ride from it, based on what you say you want.

Shiny Side Up!
Bill

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Thanks for the welcome! As the car sits right now, it is almost completely original. It is a 62 Electra 225, so nearly everything is over 45 years old . It has a 401 cubic inch Nailhead V8 with a 4 barrel carb backed by a Dynaflow tranny. The brakes are currently four wheel drums .

My short term plans are to rebuild it concentrating on areas that are going to enhance the safety and driveability of the car so I can go cruising with the family with less fear. It is looking like I will be starting with rebuilding the suspension, keeping it mostly stock except for lowering it, using better shocks and larger antiroll bars. As long I have the front suspension torn apart I will also upgrade to front wheel disc brakes. I'm going to try to get that done (finances permitting) before I go to Iraq. When I come back then I will start getting into bodywork and the like.

Long term, I am planning on fuel injecting the Nailhead, however I will be keeping the Dynaflow because it is unique and sooo smooth. I will also be getting some larger rims (17" or so) in the pursuit of better handling. Overall, I am aiming for the feel of a European luxury car...a smooth ride with excellent handling.

BTW: I was led to this forum by search for pics for 61 and 62 Buicks. I found a pic of the car owned by 61Bubbletop...very cool.

[Spiffav8]

This is a project I'll be watching. Very cool!

Let me know if there's anything you want/need while your in Iraq. I'll be more than happy to send it.

Curtis