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1950'S GM cars and automatic transmission and power steering oil (Dextron). ?
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I have been using Dextron automatic transmission oil in my 1957 power steering system in both my present 1957 Pontiac and my previous 1957 Chevrolet. These systems in the 1950's were designed to leak and leak they do from the control valve and assist ram cylinder. In 1957 Dextron was not invented yet a...
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Help! Pulling steering wheel for 1951 Chieftain
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Hi everyone. I'm pulling the steering wheel off my 1951 Chieftain to replace the horn ring. The wheel puller bolt holes in the wheel hub have a weird thread. It is 5/16 but not the normal coarse or fine thread. Anyone else had this issue?? Thanks everyone for your suggestions! Would you believ...
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What a little polising can do! 1956 Star Chief content!
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Still assessing the shape of my new purchase, a 1956 Star Chief Custom Catalina. Here's what a good polishing of an old (partly original) paint can do:
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Well, just bought a 1956 Poncho
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i juts got myself another pile of metal trouble yesterday in the form of a 1956 Pathfinder Deluxe sedan. Car was too good to pass. Been in the same family since new, and I have known of the car for over 30 years. Still undecided what I will end up doing with it, but I will enjoy just getting it back on the road...
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Vancouver International Shipping Dilemma.
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I'm struggling to find a reliable and cost effective solution to get bulky and somewhat heavy body parts to the UK from Vancouver. Do we have any experts that might have suggestions? (My estimate is about 2 cubic metres and 200kg, but includes a trunk lid and hood, as well as front fenders etc, so won't g...
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Enjoying the 57
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Got out camping with the 57 last week and boy was it HOT. Our dog sure likes car rides in it. With all the cancelled shows and cruise nights are you guys getting out in your cars for a drive to keep them happy and to get away from the house?
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Chieftain Sedan Delivery ambulances
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I saw an image in Google of a 51 Chieftain Ambulance with "Steve Lichtman Collection" on it. Steve Lichtman, if you read this, I'd love to get a copy of that photo. I am the custodian of a 1951 Chieftain Sedan Delivery ambulance conversion.
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Canadian Model Names
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What Pontiac Models were offered in Canada for 1956??
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1955 Pontiac sedan delivery ... coming home today.
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I'm gonna try to post a couple of pics. Just brought Her home today.
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Feature Car Needed
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I'm starting to see folks post who own early (say Pre 1955) Pontiacs with avatars showing great looking cars. Are any of you interested in having your car featured? I'm getting down to the wire for April and still do not have any solid leads. Send me a private message if you are interested. They need not...
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Exhaust system for 1954 Canadian Pontiac
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http://waldronexhaust.com/cart/index.php?main_page=...
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Best Donor Car for Suspension
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Greetings gents, I am wondering if there are a couple "go to" donor cars for a suspension upgrade for my '51 fastback? Both front and rear. I have already read about rear axle widths and potential donors in that regard. As previously stated, this is my first car "build", so there is plenty I don't know...
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1950 Pontiac 2 Door Sun Visor OR No Sun Visor ?
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Trying to get a feel of what the general consensus would be. This type of car appeals to some of us and leaving it somewhat authentic , well that is a matter of choice. However, my question is for our 1950 Pontiac 2 Door , should we install an exterior Sun visor Or Not? I picked up a SANTAY aftermarket sun...
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Parts for my 50 Pontiac
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I need to get parts for my 1950 Pontiac 2 door Coupe with 239cu in L6. need engine mounts and all rubbers. Where would I find these. Thanks
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'51 Streamliner VIN Decoding
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Doers anybody know a website that will help decode Canadian made pontiacs?
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1955 Pontiac sedan delivery
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Hello, I was wondering if anyone could help me with my vin code. 52271619887 was wondering how many of these years were built and mabey were it came from?
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'51 Streamliner
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Greetings fellow Pontiac lovers. I am about to acquire a 1951 Streamliner, 2 door. It is in need of several things, but first I will be looking at replacing some of the floor. Is there an aftermarket '49-'54 pontiac floor supplier, like there is for chevy. (I have since learned that a chevy floor/f...
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1955 Pontiac Star Chief Custom
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https://www.hemmings.com/blog/article/strato-streak-excitement-1955-pontiac-star-chief/?refer=news&utm_source=edaily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=2020-01-28Larger
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On the road
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On the road finally but have to rebuild the 3speed with Borg Warner overdrive syromesh grinding 1st to second parts are order and three spares for parts
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1950 Pontiac 2 Door Sedan SUNVISOR
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Can anyone confirm whether or not the 1950 Pontiac or Chevrolet for that matter, made a Sunvisor for the Sedan ( Silver Streak ) that came OEM as Green Glass ? Regards Dale
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