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1956 Buick Factory Shop Manual on CD-ROM. Covers all models. Original manual scanned to digital format. Click Here for more info. Includes the following books:

1. 1956 Buick Factory Shop Manual
2. 1940 - 1970 Buick Parts Book

$47.99 ea.

Motor Mounts; front, right and left. Replaces original GM part #1345388-89. This is a core exchange only, so be sure to send both parts of each mount when ordering. Allow 4 weeks for service.

• All models

Gasket, Headlight Body Mounting Rubber. Replaces original GM part #1443915, #1453486.

• All models

$15.00 / pair

Seal, Headlight outer rim to sealed beam retainer ring. Replaces original GM part #5945844.

• All models

$16.15 / pair

Mounting Pad, Taillight body to rear fender, extrusion. Sold in sets sufficient for 2 taillights, 2 55" long strips.

• All models

$20.70 / pair

Mounting Pad, taillight lens.

• All models

$28.50 / pair

Mounting Pad Stock, continuous for lights, hinges, brackets, and other bright work when no molded pad is available. 1/16" thick with special edge lip to hug brightwork when clamped down. Shape outline to suit.

• All Models

$5.20 / ft.

Grommet, Rear QTR Dome. Replaces original GM part #4567223-4. For 3/4" hole.

• Super Riviera HT CPE and Century Riviera HT CPE

$8.00 ea.

Grommet, Windshield Wiper Control Cable or Gas Gauge Wire through rear compartment pan. Replaces original GM part #4551272.

• All models

$1.25 ea.

Cover, Battery Clamp. Control unsightly sulphate build-up. Help protect the nearby metal and finish.

• All models

$11.20 ea.

Rubber Boot, Battery Cable at Starter solenoid. Replaces original GM part #1246177.

• All models

$13.30 ea.

Pad, Antenna insulator mounting, front fender.

• Most models

$6.50 ea.

Grommet, Hand Brake Cable through firewall. Fits all models these years.

• Most models

$0.45 ea.

Grommet, Windshield Wiper Control Cable or Gas Gauge Wire through rear compartment pan. Replaces original GM part #4551272.

• All models

$1.25 ea.

Grommet, Parking Brake Cable through frame. Replaces original GM part #1339325.

• All models

$5.90 ea.

Grommet, A.C. Control Cable. Replaces original GM part #1340449.

• All models

$1.80 ea.

Grommet, Oil Pressure and Temperature Line through firewall. Excellent reproduction of original. Known to fit '54 48D, and should fit all 1954-56 Buicks.

• All models

$10.25 ea.

Grommet, Speedometer Cable through firewall. Excellent reproduction of original. Known to fit '54 48D, and should fit all 1954-56 Buicks.

• All models

$10.25 ea.

Grommet, Vacuum Hose & Ignition Resistor Wire through firewall. Excellent reproduction of original. Known to fit '54 48D, and should fit all 1954-56 Buicks.

• All models

$10.25 ea.

Grommet, Emergency Brake Cable through firewall. Excellent reproduction of original. Known to fit '54 48D, and should fit all 1954-56 Buicks.

• All models

$12.35 ea.

Grommet, Main Wiring Harness through firewall.

• All models

$10.25 ea.

Pad, Parking Brake Pedal. With "PARK" on pedal. Black only. Replaces original GM part #1168226.

• Most models, compare w/ original

$20.60 ea.

Bushing, Shift Lever Insulator. Replaces original GM part #1314623. 1 per car. 3/8" I.D. X 5/8" barrel X 1/2" long.

• Most models

$4.55 ea.

Pad, Transmission Mounting, thrust. Revulcanizing service only. Send your original steel plate and we will revulcanize with new top quality rubber to new condition. Allow 4 weeks. All models, 1 per car required. Replaces original GM part #1331029 & #1165206.

• All models.

$55.75 ea.

Support, Transmission Mount (insulator). Replaces original GM part #1165026. Revulcanizing service only. Send in both of your original steel parts and we will revulcanize with new rubber to new condition. Allow 4 weeks. All standard transmission models.

• All standard transmission models

$52.75 ea.

Support, Transmission Mount (insulator). This is a core exchange only, so be sure to send both of your original steel plates when ordering. Replaces original GM part #1337852, #1333994, #1171494, #1393840.

• All Dyna-Flow transmission models.

$53.50 ea.

Retainer, Torque Ball, heavy steel jacket with molded rubber inner collar. Exchange only. Please send old steel core when ordering. All models. NOTE: We have seen several models with the rubber vulcanized directly to the torque ball, and not the retainer. Buick makes no mention of this occurance. However, we can vulcanize the retainer for these models, giving these owners the same functionality as those cars where the rubber is on the retainer. Allow 4 weeks for service.

• All models

$55.29 ea.

Bushing, Strut Rod at Drive Shaft Tube. Replaces original GM part #1170039. Please order two (2) per car.

• All models

$6.45 ea.

Bumper, Front Suspension, Lower Arm. Replaces original GM part #411143. Steel core, with threaded stud, as original. Two required per vehicle.

• All models

$25.45 ea.

Bumper, Front Suspension, Upper Arm. Replaces original GM part #1302201.

• All models

$27.45 / pair

Grommet/Bushing, Shock Absorber Mounting, 5/8" hole, 1-3/16" O.D., 3/4" thick. Double cone style.

• Most models, rear

$2.35 ea.

Dust Cover, Tie Rod Ends. Replaces original GM part #267026 and #505007. 2 per vehicle.

• All models

$4.75 ea.

Bushing, Front Stabilizer shaft-to-frame, 11/16" hole. Replaces original GM part #411392.

• All models

$27.45 / pair

Bumper, Rear Axle. Fully molded with new rubber vulcanized to new steel cores. Exchange only. Replaces original GM part #1346254.

• All models

$92.45 / pair

Bumper, Rear Axle Stop. Molded left and right. This is an exchange item requiring the receipt of your original prior to sale. Please allow 4 weeks for service. Revulcanizing of original GM part #1172648-9 or #134 .

• All models

$42.35 / pair

Insulator, Rear Coil Spring clamp bolt (upper end). Replaces original GM part #1302508. 2 required per car. Fabric reinforced rubber as original.

• All models

$8.75 ea.

Pad, Front Coil Spring insulator, upper. 2 required per car, 5-1/8" O.D. .

• All models

$27.45 / pair

Insulators, Rear Coil Spring. Fabric reinforced rubber as original. 1 pair per car. Necessary to replace as yours is most likely deteriorated and should be changed to restore proper ride action. Replaces original GM part #1305014.

• All models

$34.00 / pair

Grommet/Bushing. Flanged rubber grommet with metal sleeve bushing.

• All models, as required

$13.60 ea.

Bumper, Fuel Filler Door, rear fender. Replaces original GM part #4581256. With steel core, screw retained, 2 required per car.

• Many models, compare to original

$4.35 ea.

Bumper, Hood Rest, cap type for adjustable screw, 15/16" O.D., 7/16" thick.

• Many models, as required

$1.50 ea.

Bumper, Hood to Radiator Grille frame. Replaces original GM part #1337643, steel core as original. 4 required per car normally.

• Many models, as required

$5.80 ea.

Bumper, Hood Side, self-retaining type. 6 per car.

• All models

$5.50 ea.

Fastener, Hood to Cowl weatherstrip (and other uses), self-retaining steel button, 11/16" head, for 5/16" hole but will fit down to 1/4" hole. Replaces original GM part #4824561, #4583318, & #1472713.

• All models as required

$1.15 ea.

Retainer, Firewall Insulation Panel. "Christmas Tree" style popular during this time. Constructed of vinyl plastic. Replaces original GM part #7645289, #4001934, and others. Up to 10 required per car.

• All models

$2.50 ea.

Hood to Cowl Seal, Extruded material, correct profile.

• All Super (Series 50) & Roadmaster (Series 70) models

$46.85 ea.

Hood to Cowl Seal, Extruded material, correct profile.

• All Special (Series 40) & Century (Series 60) models

$46.85 ea.

Plug, Body Sheet Metal Holes. Used in various places (like trunks). For 1-1/2" hole in body.

• Most models as required

$3.30 ea.

Plug, Cowl Side hole stopper. Excellent reproduction of original. Known to fit '54 48D, and should fit all 1954-56 Buicks. Two used per car.

• All models

$4.75 ea.

Plug, Floor Pan, rear compartment and body, for 3/4" sheet metal hole. Replaces original GM part #4124441.

• Most models

$2.75 ea.

Plug, Body Sheet Metal. Used in various places. Excellent reproduction of original GM part #4570512. Known to fit '54 48D, and should fit all 1954-56 Buicks.

• All models

$3.00 ea.

Plug, Shroud or Cowl upper panel gauge holes and for various body holes requiring plug. For 1/2" hole.

• All models

$1.90 ea.

Plug, Utility, various uses. Replaces original GM part #4562300 for 1" hole, perfect copy.

• All models

$1.90 ea.

Cushions, Body Mounting, 2" round X 1/2" thick rubber. Replacement for original GM part #1323319. Up to 20 required, for closed cars. Check your body mounts for amount needed.

• Most closed models

$5.50 / ft.

Pad, Body Mounting. 2" square with 15/16" hole. Replaces original GM part #1447317.

• Convertible models only

$6.45 ea.

Pad, Body Mounting. w/metal insert. Replaces original GM part #1325094.

• Many models, compare to original

$12.15 ea.

Pad, Body Mounting. 2" square type, with locating boss and steel core. Replaces original GM part #1325095.

• Many models, compare to original

$9.00 ea.

Windshield Gasket, Front. These channels are of the highest quality, authenticity, and are made in the U.S.A.

Windshield Gasket, Rear. These channels are of the highest quality, authenticity, and are made in the U.S.A.

Filler Channel, rubber with lip for stationary rear side windows and tailgate window. Order to nearest foot.

• Special & Century Estate Wagons

$4.75 / ft.

Rear Quarter Window vent rubber.

• Super & Roadmaster Sedans

$149.00 / pair

Front Vent Window Weatherstrip. 2 pieces, the larger "C" shaped Main Seal, and the straight Division Post seal. Sold separately.

Channel, Ridgid Run, window division bar, stainless beaded edge, mohair-lined, exact replacement for rear side of division bar. Fastens in place by small screws or rivets, top and bottom. Simply cut to exact length required and drill 2 small holes. Approximately 15" long, 2 strips.

• Many models, as required. Compare to original

$32.00 / pair

Channel, Rigid Run, lower side window below beltline, zinc plated steel with cloth lining, 1/2" deep X 1/2" wide, 15" long, 2 strips.

• Many models, as required. Compare to original

$19.30 / pair

Post Model Kit. Includes all parts shown. Each kit provides enough for two doors. Also used on rear doors of models with door vents.

• All post models, front and rear doors (w/ vents)

$132.00 / kit

Weatherstrip, Door Window Inner & Outer, front and rear doors. 7/16" wide X 36", with chrome bead, mohair faced, flexible. Trim length where necessary. Two 3 ft. strips sufficient for 2 windows.

• Most models, as required

$22.50 / pr.

Sash Channel, side window glass. U-shaped steel channel only, no filler. Will require that you attach your own window regulator cam to underside as required. Virtually all GM models. Sold in 4 ft. strips, usually sufficient for 2 windows.

• All models, as required

$21.20 ea.

Window Run Channel, stainless beaded edge. Cloth covered, mohair lined, FLEXIBLE metal channel for sides and top of door windows. Perfect dimensions, 5/8" wide X 9/16" overall height, exact replacement. Sold in either 5' or 6' lengths.

• Most closed models, compare with original

$23.30 / 5 ft.

$25.35 / 6 ft.

Bumper, Side Window glass in vent frame at top (upper division post). Replaces original GM part #4180904-5, right and left, steel core.

• Some Riviera and Convertibles

$27.00 / pair

Filler Strip, Sash Channel, for all applications fitting glass to sash channel not requiring weatherlip type of filler. Check your old filler strip to find thickness needed. This is the highest quality linen back, rubber cork composition for a professional job on swingout windshields, door vent windows and convertible side windows having metal frames, as well as many side or door windows on closed bodies. Please specify thickness req'd. Be sure to measure length carefully, as this item is NOT returnable.

• Many models, as required

1/32" thick $1.05 / ft.

1/16" thick $1.05 / ft.

Filler Strip, Sash Channel. Contructed of a rubberlike polymer designed for setting glass in a metal sash channel. This item is not returnable except for quality assurance issues. Order only by the foot.

• Many models, as required

1/32" thick $1.05 / ft.

1/16" thick $1.05 / ft.

Caps, Side Window Lift Limit. Replaces original GM part #4099476. Rubber, snap-over type, 3/4" diameter X 5/16" thick.

• Convertible & Riviera models

$2.35 ea.

Cushion, Window Stop, lower (stem bumper). Replaces original GM part #4114117, #4665181, #4672308, #4814044. For front and rear door, rear side and quarter windows as req'd. 15/16" square, 1/2" thick.

• Most models, as required

$4.55 ea.

Cushion, Window Stop, lower (stem bumper). Replaces original GM part #4031052, for front and rear door, rear side and quarter windows as required.

• Models 41,48,48D,49, 52,61,69, 71,72

$8.75 / pair

Seal, Roof Rail at Quarter Window. Fully molded with brass core. Replaces original GM part #4630056-7.

• Super & Roadmaster 2 door hardtops

$20.30 / pair

Convertible Roof Rail Weatherstrips. The roof rail is the section typically over the side and rear quarter windows when the top is up. The roofrail kit contains 9 pieces, including the front bow seal. The hinge pillar section is the weatherstrip typically between the windshield post and the front door opposite the vent window. The hinge pillar kit contains 2 pieces, pair, L & R. Kits are sold separately.

Hardtop Roofrail seals. Correct profile with molded ends, metal core. Pair, L & R.

Bumper, Folding Top, side roof rail slat iron. Replaces original GM part #4615046. Steel core as original. 2 or 4 per car as required for front and center

• Century & Special convertibles

$30.40 / pair

Grommet, Folding Top Hydraulic Pump Mount. Special design to hold pump mounting bracket to floorpan. Replaces original GM part #3698109. Four (4) needed per car.

• All convertibles

$1.30 ea.

Bumper, Rear Quarter Window. Made of molded neoprene rubber with a steel washer core. Replaces original GM part #4628094.

• Super & Roadmaster convertibles

$19.50 / pair

Spacer, Folding Top Power Cylinder Support. 4 used per car. Replaces original GM part #4149726.

• All convertibles

$2.75 ea.

Tape, Bowdrill Cloth, pressure sensitive, for covering conv't. side window weatherstrip. Water & sunproof, in black or tan. Specify color, available in black & brown. 2-1/2" X 5 ft. roll.

$8.65 ea. (2.5" wide x 5' long roll)

Tape, Bowdrill Cloth, pressure sensitive, for covering conv't. side window weatherstrip. Water & sunproof, in black or tan. Specify color, available in black & brown. 5" X 5 ft. roll.

$20.15 ea. (5" wide x 5' long roll)

Door Weatherstrips. See the next section for auxilliary weatherstrips.

Weatherstrip, Upper Front Door Hinge Pillar at roof rail. Molded rubber with brass core, replaces original GM part #4688720-1.

• Super Riviera & Roadmaster Riviera HT Coupes

$45.20 / pair

W Weatherstrip, front door upper corner, outer (at front end of flipper). Replaces original GM part #4657465-6. Right and left, steel core.

• FitsSpecial Riviera & Century Riviera HT Coupes

$45.20 / pair

Weatherstrip, Door Edge, constant section on some models. 5/8" X 5/8" cross-section, high grade, fine grain sponge rubber.

• Many models

$3.30 / ft.

Weatherstrip, Front Door Opening, Auxiliary on Cowl at beltline. Replaces original GM part #4637458-9, right and left, steel core.

• All models

$105.64 / pair

Weatherstrip, Windshield Post, Upper to Door. Replaces original GM part #4657497. Top quality rubber made to original cross-section. 2 strips approximately 15" long.

• Most models

$27.00 / pair

Weatherstrip, Front Door Auxiliary, on door at beltline, right and left. Replaces original GM part #4698923-4, #4654139-40, uses snap-in fasteners (4 each included in set).

• All Super & Roadmaster models

$27.00 / pair

Weatherstrip, Front Door Auxiliary, on door at beltline, right and left. Replaces original GM part #4654559-60, uses snap-in fasteners (4 each included in set).

• All Special & Century models

$27.00 / pair

Weatherstrip, Door Opening on door edge, front and rear doors (snap-on type). Available with or without inserted nylon clips. Please specify with or without clips when ordering.

$3.30 / ft. w/out clips

$4.90 / ft. w/ clips

Weatherstrip, Door Bottom drain hole seal. Replaces original GM part #4676124.

• All models

$3.30 ea.

Weatherstrip, Hardtop Roof Rail Filler or extension. Attaches to body. Made with metal core like original, replaces original GM part #4673581 & 2.

• Super RivieraSedan, Roadmaster Riviera Sedan

$30.40 / pair

Seal, Door Drain. Replaces original GM part #4633138.

• Special & Century models

$2.75 ea.

Bumper, Door Edge, twin retainer style, 3/8" wide X 7/8" long X either 3/8" or 1/2" high. Please specify height.

• All models as required

$2.25 ea. (available in 3/8" high, or 1/2" high)

Bumper, Rear Quarter Window. Made of molded neoprene rubber with a steel washer core. Replaces original GM part #4628094.

• All convertibles

$19.50 / pair

Bumper, Door Center Post, upper, fits 1/4" hole, 5/16" thick, self-retaining.

• Most closed models

$1.25 ea.

Bumper, Door Hinge Pillar, upper. Replaces original GM part #4115282. 3/4" diameter, 3/16" thick, for 1/4" hole. Most models, as required.

• Most models

$1.35 ea.

Bumper, Door Lock Post, upper, 1/2" diameter X 1/2" diameter X 1/2" tall, plated screw.

• Most models

$2.65 ea.

Gasket Set, Door Handle. Die cut rubber to exact profile. Replaces original GM part #4628104 & 4677984. Used on 2 door hardtop & convertible. Six piece set.

• Super & Roadmaster 2 door hardtop and convertibles

$17.50 / set

Gasket Set, Door Handle. Die cut rubber to exact profile. Replaces original GM part #4634079 & #4637158-9. Six piece set.

• Special & Century hardtop coupe and convertibles

$17.50 / set

Gasket Set, Door Handle. Die cut rubber to exact profile. Six piece set for two handles.

• Super & Roadmaster Sedans

$17.50 / set

Gasket, Door & Trunk Lock Cylinder. Exact reproduction of original GM part #4587931. 7/8" I.D.

• All models

$1.05 ea.

Clip/Retainer, Door Edge Weatherstrip. Replaces original GM part #4665930, 2 prong type with oval screw hole, spring steel, cadmium plated. Rear door only.

• Super & Roadmaster Sedans, rear doors

$1.60 ea.

Fastener, Door Edge Weatherstrip, steel. Replaces original GM part #4653672. 1/2" long, 13/32" diameter head, black finish.

• All models

$1.25 ea.

Door Lock Pillar Seals. These weatherstrips are normally used to seal the bottom edge of a quarter or rear side window on the lock pillar of the body. These fillers will have a metal core if required for proper operation.

Rear Quarter Window Leading Edge Seal. These weatherstrips will have a metal core if required for proper operation.

Weatherstrip, on Trunk Lid. Top quality sponge rubber replacement for original GM part #4639049. 15' Long.

• All Special & Century models.

$54.70 ea.

Weatherstrip, Decklid opening in gutter of body. Replaces original GM part #4650072 & #4711666. Top grade, fine grain sponge. 18' Long.

• All Super & Roadmaster models

$20.00 ea.

Mounting Pad Set, Decklid Ornament. Replaces original GM part #1170564 & #1170566. 3 piece set to replace original 26" single type, perfect fit.

• All models except: Estate Wagon

$63.75 / set

Gasket, Door & Trunk Lock Cylinder. Exact reproduction of original GM part #4587931. 7/8" I.D.

• All models

$1.05 ea.

Bumper, Decklid, cap type for adjustable screw, 15/16" O.D., 7/16" thick.

• Many models, as required

$1.50 ea.

Plug, Trunk and Floor Pan drain hole. Replaces original GM part #4124440. For 1/2" hole in sheet metal. Many models as required.

• Many models

$1.85 ea.

Bumper / Grommet, Glove Box check link. Fits on glove box door arm as needed. Replaces original GM part #4566397.

• All models

$4.50 ea.

Grommet, Glovebox door cushion. Replaces original GM part #4671566.

• All models

$8.65 ea.

Grommet, Dimmer Switch for carpet application, 2-3/4" O.A., wide flange for stitching, 1" hole for dimmer switch.

• Closed bodies, many models

$6.95 ea.

3M™ Adhesive Remover. Quickly removes wax, grease, oil and adhesive residue. It will not harm most cured automotive paints and is also suitable for vinyl and glass surfaces. 8 oz. can.

$12.99 ea.

3M™ Super Weatherstrip Adhesive is a strong, flexible, rubbery adhesive that can withstand vibration, oil, grease, and extreme temperature variations. It can be used to bond weatherstripping to car doors, trunks, T-tops, moon roofs and sun roofs. It is an excellent adhesive for holding paper, cork, or rubber gaskets in place during installation. It provides the strength and rapid setting needed to hold weatherstripping, vinyl headliners, and side panels in place. 5 oz. tube.

$8.99 ea.