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| A/C | Old Air Products | http://www.oldairproducts.com | "You will find our online store full of A/C and Heating Parts, Accessories, Custom Units and Factory Replacement parts. There are also tech articles, online car galleries, forums, and customer profiles." -- from their website |
| All General | Bob's Automobilia | http://www.bobsautomobilia.com | Good source of Buick parts |
| Body Panels | Mac's Garage | http://www.macsgarage.com | Not to sure about this one, but they advertise having Rocker Panels for most models, and some fender pieces for Special series. |
| Body Panels | Fender Skirt King | http://fenderskirtking.com/ | Fender Skirts, Continental Kits, Collectors Antiques, GM, Ford & Chrysler Products Ect. Largest Supplier in North America and Fully Computerized with 1000's in Stock. |
| Body Panels | Bob Russell Continental Kits | 516-352-7865 | "CONTINENTAL KITS. Now available for Cadillac, Buick, Chevrolet, Pontiac, Oldsmobile, Thunderbird, Ford, Edsel, Mercury, Lincoln. Exact duplicates of factory originals. Call 516-352-7865 New Hyde Park, NY" |
| Body Panels | Classic Fabrication | http://www.classicfabrication.com | They make new 18gauge steel floor component replacements for your '56 Front Toeboards Front Floor Pans Side Extension Pieces Rear Floor Pans Inner Rockers Panels Outer Rocker Panels (2 dr.) Tops of Rockers Electrical Covers |
| Body Panels | Rocker King | http://my.execpc.com/~sonoma/ | "Welcome to one of the largest collections of after market body repair panels in the U.S. I have a couple of thousand rocker panels, quarter panel sections, front fender sections, head light panels, dog legs and door skins that were made back in the late 1940's to the early 1960's. The auto panelsstart with 1935 and go up to 1964." -- from their website |
| Brakes | Inline Tube | http://www.inlinetube.com | "Inline tube offers a variety of products ranging from preformed brake, fuel and transmission lines for all classic cars and trucks, straight length tubing sets for the street rod enthusiast and our exclusive products; stainless and OEM parking brake cables, brake and fuel line clips, stainless and OEM brake flex hoses, proportioning valves, Disc Brake Conversions and many other brake products." -- from their website |
| Brakes | Superior Friction | | Superior is also a recommended place for brake work on you monstrous all-steel Buick. Apparently some readers have used this company to have their brake shoes and drums resurfaced with alternate materials to increase stopping power. |
| Brakes | White Post Restorations | http://www.whitepost.com | "White Post Restorations has a unique brake cylinder sleeving and rebuilding service, the ultimate solution to your brake cylinder problems. * Our rebuilt cylinders are better than new, they will never rust, pit or corrode, because we install brass sleeves. * We disassemble the cylinders, glassbead clean, bore oversize, press in the brass sleeve and size them to original specifications. We rebuild your cylinder with all necessary new parts and apply an original finish on the outside. * We rebuild vacuum boosters for all cars and trucks. * We also reline brake shoes and disc brake pads. * All work is guaranteed with a written Lifetime Warranty. * Quick Service - Same Day & Overnight. (Normally 2 to 3 Days.) * When you receive your rebuilt brake cylinders, they're ready to bolt on your car, and you'll never have to touch them again!" -- from their website |
| Brakes | BSC Parts Warehouse | | "Our specialty, and one of our passions, has always been classic cars, whether they are vintage, street rod, hot rod or muscle car. When it comes to classic rides, we specialize in braking applications, custom and original equipment. Our custom setups include manual to power brake conversions, drum to disc brake conversions , booster modifications (7”, 8” and 9” boosters) . Original equipment setups include: remanufacturing your existing power brake booster (ideal for “numbers cars”), remanufacturing our vast collection of vintage power brake booster cores, chrome plating, cadmium plating or our collection of Bendix and AC Delco new old stock (NOS) . We truly are the power brake booster experts ." -- from their website. Nice folks, very prompt in responding to questions. |
| Brakes | Karps Power Brake Rebuilding | http://www.resleeve.com | "Karp’s Power Brake Service has over 40 years of rebuilding experience and knowledge for our customers to depend on. It has been our primary goal to provide a quality product at a reasonable price. We do have an extensive inventory on site if a customer needs and exchange unit. However, if you are a restoration shop or a private enthusiast, rebuilding your unit may be your desire. We are able to rebuild your original unit and finish it the way you want. We offer the following finishes:Painting, Powder Coating, Plating, Chroming. If you have a “special application project” we may have the unit you’re looking for in stock. We do manufacture many of our own rubber and metal parts." -- from their website. Between that and their resleeving service, they look like a full service shop with regards to Brake components |
| Brakes | Scarebird Mechanical | http://www.scarebird.com | "Disk Brake conversion kits using OEM components. Some companies offer conversion kits that work well, but often require expensive custom rotors, along with calipers and pads available only through mail order or special sources. Scarebird Classic Brakes offers quality conversion brackets that require no spindle modifications, and use quality, inexpensive off-the-shelf parts available from your local NAPA or Autozone - and thru discount internet suppliers such as RockAuto.com. The typical 2 wheel conversion costs are $350 to $400 depending on your application. We also can sell wheel kits, and in some case complete kits." -- from their website. They have a front disk brake conversion kit for your 1956 Buick using parts from 70's full size Buicks. |
| Brakes | Wilson Welding and Machine | http://www.wilsonweldingandmachine.com | Wilson's makes some Buick brake drums, and is said to be creating some reproduction "Finned" aluminum drums as well. Several members recommend them. |
| Brakes | Apple Hydraulics, Inc. | http://www.applehydraulics.com/ | Rebuilders of brakes, carbs and lever shocks |
| Chroming / Plating | Paul's Chrome | http://www.paulschrome.com | Small shop in PA that does, according to testimony, fabulous work. |
| Chroming / Plating | The Finishing Touch | http://www.thefinishingtouchinc.com | Another good source for concourse quality plating. "The Finishing Touch, Inc. has serviced thousands of clients with quality specialization of metal restoration, plating and polishing for classic and antique vehicles for over Ten Years." -- from their website. |
| Chroming / Plating | The Bumper Boyz | http://www.bumperboyz.com | We Specialize in reconditioning vintage classic bumpers. We carry a large stock of GMC, FORD, and Chrysler bumpers. You can buy out right, with a trade in, or rechrome yours. We also chrome grills, guards, moldings, pot metal and miscellaneous parts." -- from their website. No experience with them, just another alternative to call when you are shopping prices and quality. |
| Chroming / Plating | The Bumper Shop | http://www.thebumpershop.com | "Over 35 Years of Serving the California Communities. We Specialize in: * Antique and Classic * Reinforcement Bars * Cars and Trucks * Urethane Bumpers * Reconditioned Bumpers * Rear Step Bumpers * Aluminum Bumpers * Replacement Parts * Chrome Plating * Sand Blasting * Wheels * Gold Plating * Emblems * Die Cast" -- from their website. Now don't get too excited, but they list bumpers for your 1956 Buick (with and without exchange), both front and rear. Located in Los Angeles, CA |
| Chroming / Plating | Iverson Automotive | georgeiver@aol.com, 952-932-9026, or 800-325-0480 | "Nobody ever likes to hear "Find a better piece to start with...", but short of that, I'm completely confident George Iverson at Iverson Automotive could restore it to perfect condition. It won't be cheap, but it will be perfect. The man does incredible work." -- quote from BCA member |
| Chroming / Plating | Emblem Magic | http://www.emblemagic.com | "Are you looking for those hard to find car emblems? Here you will find information, pictures and price lists that just may end your search, or at least point you in the right direction! We specialize in two types of emblems. They include the enamel or cloisonné emblem, which is made of glass and copper and is commonly found on the pre-war car, as well as the clear top plastic insert emblem, which is found on many post-war vehicles. Emblems are the sole focus of our business. In fact we can help with any emblem that conforms to our two specialties. If we don't have that emblem you need, chances are we can restore your original. Our emblem services are unsurpassed. We are the first choice for both the professional and hobbyist restorer." -- from their website |
| Convertible Parts | Convertible Service | http://www.convertibleparts.com | "At Convertible Service, we carry a full line of parts for your 1946 to present convertible. From hydraulic and mechanical parts, to convertible tops and weatherstrip, we've got what your looking for. Convertible Tops Folding top frames & parts Hoses Window & seat cylinders Pump motors/Hoses Top cylinders Relays & switches Scissor Top parts/71-76 GM Top Care Products Top latches WeatherstrippingWe are also top repair and installation specialists! We perform convertible top installation and convertible top mechanism repair at our San Gabriel, California manufacturing and repair facility." -- from their website |
| Electrical | YNZ Yesterday's Parts | http://www.ynzyesterdaysparts.com | "We have thousands of original wiring harness patterns in our inventory, for all makes and models. Since we use an original harness as a pattern, we can guarantee our product to fit perfectly. The harnesses we manufacture are exact duplicates of the original. We use original type lacquer-coated braided wire. Wire colors will match your factory specs perfectly, and all original style metal terminals are soldered when applicable. Harnesses are covered on our own cloth braiding machine or with auto loom like the original." -- from their website |
| Electrical | Antiquue Auto Battery | http://www.antiqueautobattery.com | "We take great pride in being able to supply the correct battery for your antique/classic car or truck. Hundreds of man hours go into properly engineering each battery style. All of our materials are of the highest quality and originality is our number one priority. The lead acid plates we use are dry charged with envelope separators. All of our antique batteries have a 48 month warranty pro-rated after 90 days. Our superior batteries are not produced by an automated assembly line; each battery is painstakingly hand assembled, inspected and tested to insure top quality. We wish to introduce you to our new epoxy type material, POLY TAR**. This duplicates the appearance of the old style tar material that got sticky, dirty and sometimes leaked acid, but without these obviously undesirable qualities. POLY TAR** is our registered trademark. When you see POLY TAR**, you know you have the finest in appearance, quality, and durability. Our caps are of the correct color and design for each battery and they are made using the highest quality material. They are officially licensed by the big three because of our expert craftsmanship and manufacturing techniques" -- from their website |
| Engine | Terrill Machine -- (254) 893-2610 | Google Link | "Terrill Machine in DeLeon, Texas is wonderful! I have bought engine bearings, mechanical lifters, valve guides, and valves for straight-8 Buicks from them. They are ususally half the price of Kanter or CARS, the service is quick and polite, and they know what you are talking about. But, they are a machine shop, so they only handle engine rebuild parts. Excellent place to do business! " -- quote from BCA member |
| Engine | American Restorations Unlimited | http://www.american-restorations.com | No experience with these folks yet, but they claim to offer rebuild services for your 322 nailhead at their Ohio facility. |
| Engine | Egge Obsolete Parts | http://www.egge.com | "Egge Machine is Your Complete Source for Obsolete Engine Parts! Since 1915 Egge Machine Company provides the automotive aftermarket with the quality obsolete engine parts that keep America's classic cars alive and running.Egge has manufactured high quality pistons, valves and valve guides for more than 70 years. We stock a wide variety of internal engine parts and rebuild kits" -- from their website |
| Engine | Swanson's Vintage Buick | 916-646-0430 | One man shop in Sacramento, CA that specializes in Buick engines and Dynaflows. |
| Engine | Centerville Auto Repair | http://www.centervilleautorepair.com | Grass Valley, CA shop specializing in Nailheads. |
| Fuel | Tanks Incorporated | http://www.tanksinc.com | Has replacement steel gas tank for 1956 Buicks. I measured my Series 50 Super tank when it was out, and the dimensions, pickup and filler locations match their "B-1A" tank listed for 1941-54 Buick/GM cars. It is dead on for measurements, only being about 1/2" length wider. |
| Fuel | Moyer Fuel Tank Renu | http://www.gas-tank.com | "Your original gas tank will be sandblasted inside and outside, repaired, then coated inside and outside with the patented Renu process, sealing out rust and corrosion. We do not "lock in" loose rust. We eliminate it completely. PROCESSED gas tank NO MORE RUST We take pride in our workmanship. We do not skimp on material or time. We offer a QUALITY product at a FAIR price. " -- from their website |
| Gen / Alt / Starter | ACE Alternator & Starter Exchange | http://www.acewichita.com | "We take great care, as well as pride, in rebuilding antique starters & generators. We use no short cuts or second measures. We use a transformer varnish process that bakes on a hard heat & vibration resistant finish on all armatures & field coils. All starter armatures are replaced or varnished, resoldered & undercut (when appropriate), all generator armatures are replaced with either new old stock or rewinds, replated metal parts (Gold Zinc or Clear Silver), media blast & seal starter & generator cases, new small parts. All original look with correct ID tags when possible" -- from their website. Again, more photos of beautiful restorations of classic generators and starters. |
| Hardware | McMaster-Carr | http://www.mcmaster.com | Large assortment of Fasteners |