I figured since I'm already monotoring my I AT'NT DEAD thread,
might as well post another one, even if it is way OT.

I had a 1980 Buick Rivera parts car. With a turbochared V6 Buick
engine. I only wanted the turbocharger, and the younger kid said he
wanted the engine. So, I didn't bother taking the turbo off. Then he
came home one day, with a rollback, to take away one of his junk
vehicles. Then, he came back, and took the Riviera away. Before I had
time to take the turbo off. Without notifying me of his intent
beforehand. Aren't kids wonderful, and a blessing? What idiot came up
with that one?

Anyway, I'm looking for a similar sized turbocharger. Buick was
putting them on Regals in 1978 until I don't know how long. Pontiac had
a turbo car in 1980, don't know about other years. Chevy had a
turbocharged Monte Carlo for awhile. And the Buick was using turbos
from '78 to '87, that I'm aware of.

So, if anyone has a turbo, of a similar size, I'm interesting in
getting it. I'm loking here, but not come across anything reasonable
yet - I'm a tad east of Raleigh, NC. I can get rebuilt turbos starting
around $250, so don't expect me to pay an arm and a let for one. Can
need rebuilding, no prob. You can e-mail me if you can help - I'd
prefer that, but will monitor this thread anyway. Put "turbo" or
"turbocharger" in the subject, so I'll be sure to read it, rathern than
just dumping it.

Thanks



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Give Junk Yard Dog a try:

http://www.junkyarddog.com

I never actually bought anything, but I entered a couple of requests just to
try it out, and I've heard positive comments from others. It's a network of
parts sources from all over the country, when you enter a request, you get a
load of replies within a couple of days. There's also a link for locating
salvage yards in your area.

B.

"J T" wrote in message
...
I figured since I'm already monotoring my I AT'NT DEAD thread,
might as well post another one, even if it is way OT.

I had a 1980 Buick Rivera parts car. With a turbochared V6 Buick
engine. I only wanted the turbocharger, and the younger kid said he
wanted the engine. So, I didn't bother taking the turbo off. Then he
came home one day, with a rollback, to take away one of his junk
vehicles. Then, he came back, and took the Riviera away. Before I had
time to take the turbo off. Without notifying me of his intent
beforehand. Aren't kids wonderful, and a blessing? What idiot came up
with that one?

Anyway, I'm looking for a similar sized turbocharger. Buick was
putting them on Regals in 1978 until I don't know how long. Pontiac had
a turbo car in 1980, don't know about other years. Chevy had a
turbocharged Monte Carlo for awhile. And the Buick was using turbos
from '78 to '87, that I'm aware of.

So, if anyone has a turbo, of a similar size, I'm interesting in
getting it. I'm loking here, but not come across anything reasonable
yet - I'm a tad east of Raleigh, NC. I can get rebuilt turbos starting
around $250, so don't expect me to pay an arm and a let for one. Can
need rebuilding, no prob. You can e-mail me if you can help - I'd
prefer that, but will monitor this thread anyway. Put "turbo" or
"turbocharger" in the subject, so I'll be sure to read it, rathern than
just dumping it.

Thanks



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Sun, Apr 10, 2005, 12:45am (Buddy=A0Matlosz)
says:
Give Junk Yard Dog a try: snip

Heh heh. Need some more links? Thanks, but I've already been
checking there. And, some others. And locally. Either nothing, or
selling by the ounce, or they must be made out of gold. I got a working
one from a '78 Buick Regal awhile back, for $60, "including" shipping.
So, I'm not prepared to pay a whole lot more than that. And, not run
across anything around here yet. Fortunately, it's a long-term project,
so I'm not in a real rush.

And, no guys, I'm not gonna try eBay.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

"J T" wrote in message
...

Put "turbo" or
"turbocharger" in the subject, so I'll be sure to read it, rathern than
just dumping it.
JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.


Waiting for the "inspiration" for this project...
What is the turbo going to do???

Jack

I've got one of those turbochargers - attached to my Grand National.

How much will you give me for it?

John Sellers

"J T" wrote in message
...
I figured since I'm already monotoring my I AT'NT DEAD thread,
might as well post another one, even if it is way OT.

I had a 1980 Buick Rivera parts car. With a turbochared V6
Buick
engine. I only wanted the turbocharger, and the younger kid said he
wanted the engine. So, I didn't bother taking the turbo off. Then
he
came home one day, with a rollback, to take away one of his junk
vehicles. Then, he came back, and took the Riviera away. Before I
had
time to take the turbo off. Without notifying me of his intent
beforehand. Aren't kids wonderful, and a blessing? What idiot came
up
with that one?

Anyway, I'm looking for a similar sized turbocharger. Buick
was
putting them on Regals in 1978 until I don't know how long. Pontiac
had
a turbo car in 1980, don't know about other years. Chevy had a
turbocharged Monte Carlo for awhile. And the Buick was using turbos
from '78 to '87, that I'm aware of.

So, if anyone has a turbo, of a similar size, I'm interesting in
getting it. I'm loking here, but not come across anything
reasonable
yet - I'm a tad east of Raleigh, NC. I can get rebuilt turbos
starting
around $250, so don't expect me to pay an arm and a let for one.
Can
need rebuilding, no prob. You can e-mail me if you can help - I'd
prefer that, but will monitor this thread anyway. Put "turbo" or
"turbocharger" in the subject, so I'll be sure to read it, rathern
than
just dumping it.

Thanks



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

On Sun, 10 Apr 2005 02:00:37 -0400, J T wrote:

Heh heh. Need some more links? Thanks, but I've already been
checking there. And, some others. And locally. Either nothing, or
selling by the ounce, or they must be made out of gold. I got a working
one from a '78 Buick Regal awhile back, for $60, "including" shipping.
So, I'm not prepared to pay a whole lot more than that. And, not run
across anything around here yet. Fortunately, it's a long-term project,
so I'm not in a real rush.


Why not go track down that kid and get it back from him?

-Brett.

Sun, Apr 10, 2005, 6:56am (EDT+4) (Jack)
asks:
Waiting for the "inspiration" for this project... What is the turbo
going to do???

The "inspiration" is to get a approx 2700 lbs street vehicle, with
a cheap and easy 400 HP or so, and loads of torque.

The turbo will match up with the '78 Regal turbo I have now.

They'll be paired up in a free-floating twin-turbo setup. No final
decision on engine yet, but possibly a 327 Chevy. Or, if the older kid
ever fixes up my Luv, which has a 350 Chevy, considering using that.
The turbos will add torque.

I'm not real choosy, I want a similar size, but would take
something else, and try to trade later, for what I want.

It'll be for the street, I'm not crazy enough to race something
like that. I plan on using a Q-Jet, love to hear those huge secondary
open.





JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Sun, Apr 10, 2005, 12:48pm (John=A0Sellers)
tosses out:
I've got one of those turbochargers - attached to my Grand National.
How much will you give me for it?

Yeah, right. Like you're gonna sell a GN for anywhere near what I
could afford.
But, if you're upgrading your turbo, and getting rid of the old
one, let me know.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Sun, Apr 10, 2005, 1:27pm (Brett=A0Viren) asks:
Why not go track down that kid and get it back from him?

I don't need to track down the kid. He's my younger son, and
living with me. However, he made a straight trip to the crusher. Sigh. =




JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

J T wrote:
Sun, Apr 10, 2005, 6:56am (EDT+4) (Jack)
asks:
Waiting for the "inspiration" for this project... What is the turbo
going to do???

The "inspiration" is to get a approx 2700 lbs street vehicle, with
a cheap and easy 400 HP or so, and loads of torque.

Will it be yellow?

Barry

On Sun, 10 Apr 2005 00:24:23 -0400, J T wrote:

So, if anyone has a turbo, of a similar size, I'm interesting in
getting it. I'm loking here, but not come across anything reasonable
yet - I'm a tad east of Raleigh, NC. I can get rebuilt turbos starting
around $250, so don't expect me to pay an arm and a let for one. Can
need rebuilding, no prob. You can e-mail me if you can help - I'd
prefer that, but will monitor this thread anyway. Put "turbo" or
"turbocharger" in the subject, so I'll be sure to read it, rathern than
just dumping it.

How about a Garrett AirResearch turbo from a 2.0 Liter Saab, circa
1978-82? I can give you dimensions. It doesn't turn but I know of no
reason it's not rebuildable, it just sat a long time.

Mon, Apr 11, 2005, 12:13am (EDT+4)
(B=A0a=A0r=A0r=A0y) mumbled:
Will it be yellow?

Not immediately, but probably the interior. Was there really any
doubt?

Plus, it will have some plywood integrated into it, and I'm trying
to figure where I can use a few popsicle sticks. This is gonna be first
class, all the way.




JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Mon, Apr 11, 2005, 9:10pm (EDT+4) (Dave=A0Hinz)
apparently has ran out of lollypops and entices me with:
How about a Garrett AirResearch turbo from a 2.0 Liter Saab, circa
1978-82? I can give you dimensions. It doesn't turn but I know of no
reason it's not rebuildable, it just sat a long time.

Why not? I'll attempt to e-mail you, but if it doesn't get thru,
would you e-mail me? Thanks.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Try the Buick GS Club of America

J T wrote:
I figured since I'm already monotoring my I AT'NT DEAD thread,
might as well post another one, even if it is way OT.

I had a 1980 Buick Rivera parts car. With a turbochared V6 Buick
engine. I only wanted the turbocharger, and the younger kid said he
wanted the engine. So, I didn't bother taking the turbo off. Then he
came home one day, with a rollback, to take away one of his junk
vehicles. Then, he came back, and took the Riviera away. Before I had
time to take the turbo off. Without notifying me of his intent
beforehand. Aren't kids wonderful, and a blessing? What idiot came up
with that one?

Anyway, I'm looking for a similar sized turbocharger. Buick was
putting them on Regals in 1978 until I don't know how long. Pontiac had
a turbo car in 1980, don't know about other years. Chevy had a
turbocharged Monte Carlo for awhile. And the Buick was using turbos
from '78 to '87, that I'm aware of.

So, if anyone has a turbo, of a similar size, I'm interesting in
getting it. I'm loking here, but not come across anything reasonable
yet - I'm a tad east of Raleigh, NC. I can get rebuilt turbos starting
around $250, so don't expect me to pay an arm and a let for one. Can
need rebuilding, no prob. You can e-mail me if you can help - I'd
prefer that, but will monitor this thread anyway. Put "turbo" or
"turbocharger" in the subject, so I'll be sure to read it, rathern than
just dumping it.

Thanks



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

On Mon, 11 Apr 2005 17:50:49 -0400, (J T) wrote:

Mon, Apr 11, 2005, 12:13am (EDT+4)
(B*a*r*r*y) mumbled:
Will it be yellow?

Not immediately, but probably the interior. Was there really any
doubt?

Plus, it will have some plywood integrated into it, and I'm trying
to figure where I can use a few popsicle sticks. This is gonna be first
class, all the way.



How about duct tape, it's gotta have duct tape, or at least that clear
red tape around the missing tail lights to be a really class act. :-)




JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.



+--------------------------------------------------------------------------------+
The absence of accidents does not mean the presence of safety
Army General Richard Cody
+--------------------------------------------------------------------------------+

Tue, Apr 12, 2005, 1:47am (EDT+4) (Mark=A0L.)
suggests:
Try the Buick GS Club of America

Not sure I ran across them, I'll give it a shot.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Mon, Apr 11, 2005, 9:45pm (EDT-3)
(Mark=A0&=A0Juanita)
How about duct tape, it's gotta have duct tape, or at least that clear
red tape around the missing tail lights to be a really class act. :-)

Red tape on the tail lights? Hardly. Altho I was once stationed
with a guy who had a '56 Buick, held together with several rolls of the
green cloth tape (the military version of duct tape).

No, I am not going to jury-rig anything on this vehicle with duct
tape. That's for wire looms and seat covers.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

On Tue, 12 Apr 2005 16:44:05 -0400, J T wrote:
Tue, Apr 12, 2005, 1:47am (EDT+4) (Mark*L.)
suggests:
Try the Buick GS Club of America

Not sure I ran across them, I'll give it a shot.

Let me know if you end up wanting that Saab turbo. Either way I'll
dig it out & see if it's worth trying to rebuild.

Dave

Tue, Apr 12, 2005, 9:36pm (EDT+4) (Dave=A0Hinz)
says:
Let me know if you end up wanting that Saab turbo. Either way I'll dig
it out & see if it's worth trying to rebuild.

Yup, sure do. Tried e-mailing you, and thought it had gone thru,
apparently not. E-mail me. Thanks.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Just in case some of you are still confused about what I'm doing
with this project, it'll be a man's vehicle.
http://www.bullsballs.com/balls/photos.html



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

J T wrote:
Just in case some of you are still confused about what I'm doing
with this project, it'll be a man's vehicle.
http://www.bullsballs.com/balls/photos.html

There is nothing I like more than quiet good taste.
j4
;-)

On Wed, 13 Apr 2005 00:44:21 -0400, J T wrote:
Tue, Apr 12, 2005, 9:36pm (EDT+4) (Dave*Hinz)
says:
Let me know if you end up wanting that Saab turbo. Either way I'll dig
it out & see if it's worth trying to rebuild.

Yup, sure do. Tried e-mailing you, and thought it had gone thru,
apparently not. E-mail me. Thanks.

I'll go through caught mail. Occasionally real messages get in the
spambucket.

Dave

J T wrote:
Just in case some of you are still confused about what I'm doing
with this project, it'll be a man's vehicle.
http://www.bullsballs.com/balls/photos.html



No Brass? I'm dissapointed.

--

FF

On 13 Apr 2005 09:09:40 -0700, wrote:

http://www.bullsballs.com/balls/photos.html

No Brass? I'm dissapointed.

They fell off over the winter.

Andy Dingley wrote:
No Brass? I'm dissapointed.

They fell off over the winter.


Hey, they have them:

http://www.bullsballs.com/brass/truck/balls.html




--
Mortimer Schnerd, RN

VE

If he just had a pair in spalted walnut, I would
have to jump in.

or even butternut....


jo4hn wrote:


http://www.bullsballs.com/balls/photos.html

Wed, Apr 13, 2005, 2:35pm (EDT+4) (jo4hn) says:
There is nothing I like more than quiet good taste.

Exactly my thought.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Wed, Apr 13, 2005, 3:31pm (EDT+4) (Dave=A0Hinz)
says:
I'll go through caught mail. Occasionally real messages get in the
spambucket.

Well, definitely interested in getting it, so, if you'll e-mail
me, we can work on details.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.

Wed, Apr 13, 2005, 9:09am (EDT-3) asls:
No Brass? =A0 I'm dissapointed.

At least you aren't asking about blue.



JOAT
I can see lights from BOTH ends of the tunnel. And, they're both
locomotives.