General Pre 1958 Canadian Pontiac Discussions

56ponchowagon · 56ponchowagon

Does anyone know what windshield a 56 canadian made 2 door poncho wagon takes Thanks Gord

readytoroam · readytoroam

Just acquired a 56 Pathfinder - original - complete - driveable - but needs paint and new interior. can anyone point me in the right direction to decode these numbers VIN 62019618989 paint 2008 body 4959 engine W47720 trim 902 many thanks

hwscowboy · hwscowboy

took the old 54 laurentian out to a little car show in carseland this weekend,about 40 cars or so and ended up winning best car in the 50-59 division.I don't really consider it a show car as the 20 year old paint is showing its age and its still a work in progress to me.But it was a pleasant surprise to have my...

1952pontiac · 1952pontiac

hi guys is it normal that when i turn the seal beem on the parking light turn off at te front of my 52 fleet leader deluxe .

Pheadrus · Pheadrus

Hi Guys I just picked up a 57 4 door post that I'm stripping for parts. The roof is still in nice shape. Is it worth cutting it off and putting it in the classifieds? I assume it's not the same as a 2 door but would a 55-57Chevy/Pontiac 4 door guy want this steel? I'll post some pics of it when the rain stops...

forespeed · forespeed

I have finally gotten around to rolling the 50 2dr hdtp out and sorting through the parts. I have located the motor I will be using and I do want to lower the front a little prior to taking it over for a couple patch panels. I would enjoy corresponding with anyone familiar with the 49-52 models. I do not ha...

Sayris1 · Sayris1

Hey there, I'm pretty new to this site.. Just bought a 68 Beaumont Deluxe. Here's to another project to go alongside my 70 Le Mans (yeah lots of work ahead of me). It needs interior and some touch ups here and there, also going to be pulling the engine for some more power... a straight six doesn't quite bri...

fibreglass · fibreglass

Hello Gentlemen Can you please offer some direction of help. I have in my workshop a Pontiac Parisienne convertable which has been butchered (Dismantled ) by a mad man and I have an opportunity to try and restore subject to information and help. The over all car has aged well but has suffered decay ma...

Corv8 · Corv8

Hi My friend bought a 54 pontiac and he wants some tunes with a modern radio. is the a converter to run the 12 volt radio. a up-verter I guess. thanks Al

hwscowboy · hwscowboy

So a beautiful day to take the 54 out for a cruise.I drove around for a few hours,did a few short highway runs,etc just to get the winter dust off and give the car a bit of a shakedown.Car ran awesome,temp never went above halfway on the gauge,oil pressure good and steady,charging as it should.My only iss...

261

Hello I was wondering if anybody could help Im taking the driveline of of my 56 pontiac to change the rear seal onthe trans. And Iwant to change the u joints does anybody know what the #s are and where I can get them. my trans is a 3speed standard with a factory overdrive. I thought Iwould change them while...

Jimmyvonviggle · Jimmyvonviggle

Hi all, I have some basic questions,that might sound silly to you seasoned owners. i have never drive or driven something this old. So I have some basic questions, try not to laugh. I have a 51 chieftain automatic 6. 1. What type of gas does it use, do I need to add a lead additive, if so what is the ratio...

hwscowboy · hwscowboy

Finally got a day to work on the 54 and made some progress.First of all got the new ignition switch in and hooray the car now turns over.When i had a good look at the old one noticed the solenoid post has come loose so no contact inside anymore i suspect.Then it was on to getting it started after the long wint...

Precious Metal · Precious Metal

have an engine block # PL07424 Head #525151-2 Anyone know what year ? It is a split-head 6 cyl. I think it is from 1930 but trying to confirm. -- Edited by Precious Metal on Monday 6th of May 2013 07:21:51 AM

rcrac3r · rcrac3r

I'm helping a friend with his 1952 Pontiac Fleetleader Deluxe (6 cyl). He had to replace the oil pump & we need to setup timing again. What position does the oil pump need be in at TDC in order to drop the distributor in correctly? Also does anyone know where to find a fuel pump for this as well? The one o...

rodbork · rodbork

Hello I bought a 53 2 dr hardtop last summer and plan on working on it this summer. I got a package deal and picked up 2 54 4drs with it and later a 53 4 dr for parts. They all have siezed 6 cyls flatheads, 2 autos and 2 standards.I was told if I post the vins on here someone could tell me what models they are and...

Raveon · Raveon

I have recently acquired a '48 canadian, but I can't find the firewall plate, nor can I see where there used to be one. Would anyone be able to help out with a location, The only thing I haven't done is remove the battery to look behind it.

classicsincanada · classicsincanada

I need to instal a Saginaw 605 Steering Box for power steering. My issue is which steering column to select and what length. I have look at IDIDIT and asked them and they will not reply. Has anyone does this install to a 55 or 56 Pontiac - mine is American but I do not think that will effect things.

bobcat · bobcat

Are the doors from a 1957 american car the same as the Canadian car??

hwscowboy · hwscowboy

I mailed in my money order and info in mid feb and excitedly waiting for the report to show up in the mail.Does anybody know roughly how long a report ususally takes from vintage chevy services?Not complaining just excited to see what they come up with.

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	windshield (Preview) Does anyone know what windshield a 56 canadian made 2 door poncho wagon takes Thanks Gord	56ponchowagon	9	1039	Aug 1, 2013 by Pheadrus
	just starting (Preview) Just acquired a 56 Pathfinder - original - complete - driveable - but needs paint and new interior. can anyone point me in the right direction to decode these numbers VIN 62019618989 paint 2008 body 4959 engine W47720 trim 902 many thanks	readytoroam	2	783	Jul 25, 2013 by Greaser
	the old 54 gets her first ribbon (Preview) took the old 54 laurentian out to a little car show in carseland this weekend,about 40 cars or so and ended up winning best car in the 50-59 division.I don't really consider it a show car as the 20 year old paint is showing its age and its still a work in progress to me.But it was a pleasant surprise to have my...	hwscowboy	11	1596	Jul 25, 2013 by hwscowboy
	electrical problem (Preview) hi guys is it normal that when i turn the seal beem on the parking light turn off at te front of my 52 fleet leader deluxe .	1952pontiac	3	596	Jul 23, 2013 by 1952pontiac
	Parting out 57 4 door post (Preview) Hi Guys I just picked up a 57 4 door post that I'm stripping for parts. The roof is still in nice shape. Is it worth cutting it off and putting it in the classifieds? I assume it's not the same as a 2 door but would a 55-57Chevy/Pontiac 4 door guy want this steel? I'll post some pics of it when the rain stops...	Pheadrus	2	750	Jun 27, 2013 by Pheadrus
	Starting to organize my 1950 Pontiac Catalina "Old School Build" (Preview) I have finally gotten around to rolling the 50 2dr hdtp out and sorting through the parts. I have located the motor I will be using and I do want to lower the front a little prior to taking it over for a couple patch panels. I would enjoy corresponding with anyone familiar with the 49-52 models. I do not ha...	forespeed	1	628	Jun 24, 2013 by 50sedandelivery
	New to the site. Thought I'd say hi :) ( 1 2 ) Beaumont (Preview) Hey there, I'm pretty new to this site.. Just bought a 68 Beaumont Deluxe. Here's to another project to go alongside my 70 Le Mans (yeah lots of work ahead of me). It needs interior and some touch ups here and there, also going to be pulling the engine for some more power... a straight six doesn't quite bri...	Sayris1	25	6715	Jun 3, 2013 by Sayris1
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	Pontiac Parisienne - HELP (Preview) Hello Gentlemen Can you please offer some direction of help. I have in my workshop a Pontiac Parisienne convertable which has been butchered (Dismantled ) by a mad man and I have an opportunity to try and restore subject to information and help. The over all car has aged well but has suffered decay ma...	fibreglass	6	1169	May 30, 2013 by fibreglass
	12 volt radio in a 6volt car (Preview) Hi My friend bought a 54 pontiac and he wants some tunes with a modern radio. is the a converter to run the 12 volt radio. a up-verter I guess. thanks Al	Corv8	10	1088	May 28, 2013 by Corv8
	a great day for a cruise,but still having intermitant starting issues (Preview) So a beautiful day to take the 54 out for a cruise.I drove around for a few hours,did a few short highway runs,etc just to get the winter dust off and give the car a bit of a shakedown.Car ran awesome,temp never went above halfway on the gauge,oil pressure good and steady,charging as it should.My only iss...	hwscowboy	5	843	May 24, 2013 by hwscowboy
	u joints (Preview) Hello I was wondering if anybody could help Im taking the driveline of of my 56 pontiac to change the rear seal onthe trans. And Iwant to change the u joints does anybody know what the #s are and where I can get them. my trans is a 3speed standard with a factory overdrive. I thought Iwould change them while...	261	6	1053	May 24, 2013 by 261
	Basic operating instructions ...help! (Preview) Hi all, I have some basic questions,that might sound silly to you seasoned owners. i have never drive or driven something this old. So I have some basic questions, try not to laugh. I have a 51 chieftain automatic 6. 1. What type of gas does it use, do I need to add a lead additive, if so what is the ratio...	Jimmyvonviggle	4	698	May 9, 2013 by Jimmyvonviggle
	more progress on the 54 (Preview) Finally got a day to work on the 54 and made some progress.First of all got the new ignition switch in and hooray the car now turns over.When i had a good look at the old one noticed the solenoid post has come loose so no contact inside anymore i suspect.Then it was on to getting it started after the long wint...	hwscowboy	4	884	May 7, 2013 by racer6929
	what year is it??? (Preview) have an engine block # PL07424 Head #525151-2 Anyone know what year ? It is a split-head 6 cyl. I think it is from 1930 but trying to confirm. -- Edited by Precious Metal on Monday 6th of May 2013 07:21:51 AM	Precious Metal	0	649	May 5, 2013 by Precious Metal
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	Timing & fuel pump (Preview) I'm helping a friend with his 1952 Pontiac Fleetleader Deluxe (6 cyl). He had to replace the oil pump & we need to setup timing again. What position does the oil pump need be in at TDC in order to drop the distributor in correctly? Also does anyone know where to find a fuel pump for this as well? The one o...	rcrac3r	1	589	Apr 26, 2013 by 50torpedo
	Hello newby looking for vin info (Preview) Hello I bought a 53 2 dr hardtop last summer and plan on working on it this summer. I got a package deal and picked up 2 54 4drs with it and later a 53 4 dr for parts. They all have siezed 6 cyls flatheads, 2 autos and 2 standards.I was told if I post the vins on here someone could tell me what models they are and...	rodbork	17	1311	Apr 10, 2013 by 50torpedo
	1948 data plate (Preview) I have recently acquired a '48 canadian, but I can't find the firewall plate, nor can I see where there used to be one. Would anyone be able to help out with a location, The only thing I haven't done is remove the battery to look behind it.	Raveon	3	788	Apr 3, 2013 by Raveon
	1955 Pontiac steering column (Preview) I need to instal a Saginaw 605 Steering Box for power steering. My issue is which steering column to select and what length. I have look at IDIDIT and asked them and they will not reply. Has anyone does this install to a 55 or 56 Pontiac - mine is American but I do not think that will effect things.	classicsincanada	2	890	Mar 17, 2013 by dualquadpete
	1957 Canadian Ponitac doors (Preview) Are the doors from a 1957 american car the same as the Canadian car??	bobcat	10	1051	Mar 17, 2013 by Halfbreed
	how long for a vintage report? (Preview) I mailed in my money order and info in mid feb and excitedly waiting for the report to show up in the mail.Does anybody know roughly how long a report ususally takes from vintage chevy services?Not complaining just excited to see what they come up with.	hwscowboy	14	1231	Mar 14, 2013 by hd78glide
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