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Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 05-16-2026, 05:27 PM
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Posted By Safari Larry
It isn't uncommon for those mounts to go bad. I...

It isn't uncommon for those mounts to go bad. I have no tips, replacing them straight forward.

Kanter is reputable. If there is a problem, they will stand behind it. But I had a bad experience...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 03-31-2026, 09:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 380
Posted By Safari Larry
Back to the subject... Not first person...

Back to the subject... Not first person knowledge, but some relevant references.

For the 3 types of lifters used in '55, see https://www.pontiacsafari.com/ServiceCraftsmanNews/55-04-April.pdf,...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 03-07-2026, 05:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 320
Posted By Safari Larry
As Jack said, you need a 58-60 bell housing. You...

As Jack said, you need a 58-60 bell housing. You also need a 56 (Strato-Flight Hydramatic only) or 57 Hydramatic cross member for attaching motor mounts. The motor mounts can be quite easily...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 02-15-2026, 10:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 402
Posted By Safari Larry
What you want for describing glass...

What you want for describing glass removal/installation is the appropriate Fisher Body Manual ("Body by Fisher Service News") for the body style. I looked through the reference given by Parkman51...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-30-2026, 09:13 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
For photos of the support, see...

For photos of the support, see https://1drv.ms/f/c/dd6d72779f5026a2/IgDeWsxURlrgQb0Bu1hfZ5NdAbXwyzlG70A0Gu745rpUGwQ?e=taOWWt"]...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-16-2026, 01:41 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
What I would do... Remove the speedometer and...

What I would do... Remove the speedometer and take it apart and see what you can find. It may only need cleaning. Gears in it turn the odometer and may be gunked up a bit. Here's a link to some...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-13-2026, 08:42 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
Top for your air cleaner now up for bid on ebay. ...

Top for your air cleaner now up for bid on ebay. Surface rust but I don't see any dents. These are hard to find.
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Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-12-2026, 01:13 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
Here's another source for wheel cylinders. ...

Here's another source for wheel cylinders.

https://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/1955/pontiac/star_chief/brake/wheel_cylinder.html
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-11-2026, 09:50 AM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
Good suggestions by Jack. Regarding speedometer,...

Good suggestions by Jack. Regarding speedometer, see Shop Manual, page 12-42. Understand how the speedometer works. Under the heading PERIODIC SERVICE, see instructions for lubricating the cable. ...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-09-2026, 01:05 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
I looked up the wiper switch in the Master Parts...

I looked up the wiper switch in the Master Parts Catalog and different switches were used in 55/56.
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Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-09-2026, 12:42 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
Good job on getting the clock working! You are...

Good job on getting the clock working! You are doing great with solving problems.


According to the 56 Shop Manual, the electric wipers are not connected to any existing fuse but use a 30 amp...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-06-2026, 02:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By Safari Larry
Correct, no vinyl option available. You can see...

Correct, no vinyl option available. You can see for yourself in the 1960 Master Parts Catalog, Trim Combinations Section at THIS LINK...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-05-2026, 09:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By Safari Larry
Master Parts Catalog shows the '60 Bonneville...

Master Parts Catalog shows the '60 Bonneville convertible, Body Style No. 2867, upholstery was leather and imitation leather.
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Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-05-2026, 06:53 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
I screwed up saying "For electric wiper, see page...

I screwed up saying "For electric wiper, see page 14-7". Electric wipers was not offered in 55.

When I read description of the electric wiper, I was looking at the 56 Shop Manual Accessories...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 01-05-2026, 02:22 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
I was quite surprised to find that turn signals...

I was quite surprised to find that turn signals were an option in 1955 Pontiacs. They were standard equipment in 1956.

For 1955, "direction signal" was option TX and was included in option BA...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 12-20-2025, 09:23 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
When you are checking for gas in the carb, are...

When you are checking for gas in the carb, are you pushing the choke open and looking for gas squirting out when you open the throttle? The choke plate will hide the gas squirting out, if it is...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 12-11-2025, 09:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 734
Posted By Safari Larry
Regarding converting 59 engine block to 1960...

Regarding converting 59 engine block to 1960 engine "conventional" cooling style block, see https://pontiacsafari.com/EngineCooling/index.htm and scroll down to the heading "Engine Differences in...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 12-08-2025, 06:56 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
Reproductions of the55 Pontiac v8 emblems are...

Reproductions of the55 Pontiac v8 emblems are available at CPR, https://www.pontiacparts.net/product/1955-rear-quarter-panel-v8-emblems-pair-gold-plated-w-white-edge/

Ames probably has them also.
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 12-02-2025, 12:08 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
1. I would follow instructions in the 1955...

1. I would follow instructions in the 1955 Fisher Body Manual, secction 2 (LINK (https://www.pontiacsafari.com/L1Garage/FisherServiceNews1955Vol1/Section02-Doors.pdf)). You won't be able to...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 12-02-2025, 11:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 744
Posted By Safari Larry
I have a NOS 56 engine, never installed, no...

I have a NOS 56 engine, never installed, no serial number stamped on block. I've recently thought about selling it, $700. It was initially a display in a Pontiac dealership. It had a 2-barrel carb...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 11-27-2025, 01:28 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
For brake tools, see...

For brake tools, see...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 11-26-2025, 07:48 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
You can remove the lead weights on rims and...

You can remove the lead weights on rims and paint. When new tires are installed, tires will be balanced, and new weights will likely be different sizes and in different locations.

1. Get thinner...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 11-26-2025, 02:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 744
Posted By Safari Larry
I'm curious, why don't you just use the 57...

I'm curious, why don't you just use the 57 engine? You won't need a 57 radiator or anything else 57. You would still need to find a Strato Flight transmission.
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 11-25-2025, 03:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 744
Posted By Safari Larry
I hear ya about not wanting a FB account. I got...

I hear ya about not wanting a FB account. I got an account so I could see Pontiac groups. The only thing I do with FB is look at my groups, "1955 56 Pontiac", "Custom Safari Wagon Chapter, POCI...
Forum: 60 & Older Pontiac TECH 11-25-2025, 03:00 PM
Replies: 269
Views: 21,281
Posted By Safari Larry
Visible filter would be nice but I would go with...

Visible filter would be nice but I would go with advice from camerjeff. I use an all-metal filter in my 56.

For removing the belt, did you loosen the pivot bolt or bolts at bottom of PS pump?
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