engine

  1. M

    2012 Regal GS Not Starting... making awful noise

    Ok so I picked up a 2012 gs with the 6MT about two weeks ago. The car had 67k on it, and drove great on the test drive and for the last two weeks. Last night however I was driving home and getting into it a little (80-90 mph or so,) and the tachometer went to zero. The car was driving fine, so I...
  2. D

    Does my Buick park ave have piston damage, bad harmonic balancer, camshaft damage etc

    It had a little too much oil in it when my neighbor let me use it she had the motor rebuilt before. It’s been making a fast knocking noise/ squeaking noise mainly the knocking with a little bit of the squeaking. Check engine light came on and it was a misfire on cyl 1 I changed the plug and the...
  3. D

    Does my 99 Park Avenue have piston damage, bad harmonic balancer, camshaft damage etc

    It had a little too much oil in it when my neighbor let me use it she had the motor rebuilt before. It’s been making a fast knocking noise/ squeaking noise mainly the knocking with a little bit of the squeaking. Check engine light came on and it was a misfire on cyl 1 I changed the plug and the...
  4. D

    Any idea what's wrong with my 99 Buick park Ave?

    Service light is on haven't checked the code yet but when I turn it on it makes a knocking noise can't explain. Coming from the belt area just started a few weeks ago when it started cutting off on me while I was driving not going past 20-30mph with foot all the way down clunking noise getting...
  5. C

    2003 Buick century engine knock (Piston slap?) - DTC's included

    I bought this beauty for a bargain last year around September of '16. When I first bought it, it was making the EXACT same knocking sound which sounds very similar to the noise in this video I found on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gxLhTzfUUQw&feature=youtu.be After driving it for a...
  6. V

    Swapping the complete drive train

    I have three PAs parked in the back 40; one with deer damage and one PAU, one parts car. I am thinking about putting together one good car. Donor - 2001 PA; with HUD Recipient - 1998 PAU Parts car 1997 PA base. I thought I would drop the entire engine cradle with struts, engine, tranny out of...
  7. R

    95 S/C Rear Transmission Mount

    Does anyone have a write up on how to remove the rear transmission mount and bracket for a 1995 riviera S/C? I've read that you support the transmission by the pan and take off the end links for the sway bar and remove the mount. But in other threads it says you have to lower the sub frame and...
  8. R

    Advise: Engine blown 93k | 5yr/100k powertrain not applied

    Hello, I used a forum similar to this when I owned BMW's and found them very helpful! OK - So I drive a 2011 Buick Regal CXL (Non Turbo) with aprox 93k miles on it. I'm the second owner and I'll cut to the chase here.. The car has been good to me minus little repairs here and there, tires...
  9. R

    1995 Riviera SC Vin 1 Mounts

    Hey everyone just wanted to try and get some info on the Left side Trans axle mount. i have enough info to pour my own mounts for the Torque axis mount, Front, and Rear trans axle mounts but i cant seem to find any information anywhere on obtaining or fabricating a trans mount for the left side...
  10. N

    FOR SALE - Buick 430 Big Block Engine - 4.3L - Used - Omaha, NE

    We have one (1) mid- to late-60s 4.3L Buick big block engine for sale. This engine is rated at 360HP & 475ft-lb torque stock and has a Rochester Quadrajet Carb. Except for pistons most parts can be interchanged with a 400-455 Buick Engine. Engine did turn over and fire successfully last time...
  11. W

    91 PA No Start Security light ON then OFF

    Be patient moderators...lots of threads on "no start" but nothing really organized for trouble shooting" Problem: PA began acting up and not starting on a few occasions. Took battery out for recharge and it still would not start. Replaced battery and did a "Boost start" from charger and the...
  12. S

    New 2013 GS owner - Tune & transmission questions

    Hello Everybody, I finally pulled the trigger on a 2013 Regal GS - 6MT 20" Black Diamond. Got a really good deal on it, probably cause it's a manual. Here are some early impressions. First, the good news: Styling - 10/10 This car is absolutely beautiful, especially with the 20" wheels. Best...
  13. R

    2004 LeSabre Engine Operation

    I have a 60,000 mile LeSabre Custom with the 3.8L(?) V-6 that tends to idle rough when the car is in drive and stopped in traffic. Once in a while, it will stall as I shift from drive to reverse. Otherwise it runs great. Independent technician suggested running Techron in BP 93 octane gas...
  14. R

    Engine hesitation under freeway speed.

    Hello all, 1995 Buick Roadmaster. Engine has hesitation at highway speed. Fuel/no fuel issue I think. I also have an issue when coming to a stop the engine RPMs will drop but not stall the car. I will be pulling the IAC and checking to make sure it is not gummed up with carbon. I have cleaned...
  15. X

    Engine Temperature Problem

    I recently replaced the transmission on my 2001 Buick Regal. After the swap, everything was smooth with the exception of one issue. Here is the scenario: I start the car, and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature. I drive to the gas station. I turn off the engine, and go...
  16. L

    Misfire on 2006 CXS

    I have a 2006 Buick Lucerne CXS with the Northstar V8. I have been chasing a misfire for a while now. I am hesitant to make repairs ($$$)as it has 116xxx miles and needs front end work as well. First I had a p0305 code, misfire on cylinder 5. I was debating changing the coil on #5. Insetead I...
  17. G

    My 94 Buick Roadmaster

    I recently purchased a 94 RMS with 61,000 miles on it. I put a new exhaust system on and now the engine shakes when I accelerate around 55 MPH, and I'm burning a 1/2 tank of gas driving a distance of 72 miles. The car had been sitting for a while according to the seller so I did a tune-up...
  18. B

    Engine Vibration

    I was wondering if someone could offer some advice. History: I recently purchased a 2005 Buick ParkAve Ultra with just over 156k miles. It was shifting a bit erratic so I took it to a well renowned transmission shop and they rebuilt it due to the computer detecting excessively long shift...
  19. L

    '98 Buick Century Engine Swap

    I have a '98 Buick Century & my engine is locked up. I want to put in a different motor & I'm down to either the 3.8 supercharged motor from a buick regal or the 3800 series II. My question is, in anyone's opinion, which motor is the better choice & will they fit?
Back
Top