WHEEL COVER "CREEP" 1952 ALL SERIES We have received a number of complaints to the effect that wheel covers on 1952 models creep on the wheels, causing the tire valve stem to be completely covered. In some cases, valve stem tension forces the cover off the wheel while the car is in motion. If a [...]
WHEEL SHIELD EDGING We have been advised by the Parts Department that the Rear Wheel Shield Edging, Group 8.177, Part No. 1336292, used on 1949 Series 50 and 70 after jobs is no longer serviced due to unavailability of steel used as an insert in the part. As a result, this part will be replaced [...]
The most satisfactory method of preventing a paint "scrubbing" condition between the hood and front fenders on 1949 Series 50 and 70 cars is to install 1950 type hood guides and spacers. This installation will also simplify hood alignment because it automatically spaces the split line between the hood and fenders. Installation is made as [...]
This section of the 1950 Buick Product Service Bulletins is about the 1950 Buick Chassis, the 1950 Buick Suspension, Maintenance and its parts. A recent production change has been made in all Series 1950 shock absorber calibrations, except Model 79. The following list shows part numbers for first and new type shock absorber assemblies and [...]
HOOD: The alligator type hood is featured on all Series for 1954, however, the hood latch release control has been relocated to the front of the car just to the left of center between the radiator grille and the radiator grille frame. See Fig. 23. 1954 Buick Hood Latch The safety hook must [...]