Morning all - the storm is supposed to hit here this afternoon. I got to work early so I can leave by 3pm. Counting the hours until I leave my present crappy job. I start another job Thur closer to where I live.

 

Hi `Dustin (Augi), I keep learning something everyday on the MCF ~> Thanks...I did not know that the Buick Riviera had a supercharged option...When I looked up radiator replacements for a Buick I did not see difference in NA & SuperCharged...

I can't remember seeing any of these...I must do more research : )
Below is the link to radiators....Good Luck & I hope one of our member's know `if it will work...
http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/sh...k/riviera.html

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They weren't that fast : (



1995 BUICK SUPERCHARGED RIVIERA

by: BILL RUSS

SEE ALSO:Buick Buyer's Guide

For over 30 years the Riviera has been Buick's premiere luxury coupe. First introduced in 1963, it became an instant classic because of its distinctive styling and performance. Subsequent years brought change, but the Riviera has always been unique. One of the best-remembered models was the boat-tail sports coupe of 1971. 1979 brought the S-Type, powered by a turbocharged V6 engine with front wheel drive and independent suspension. During the '80's and early '90s changes continued. For 1995, the Riviera is almost completely new in styling, comfort, performance and handling.
The styling and content of the new Riviera were developed through a combination of customer input and manufacturing design and production feasibility studies. From these studies the car's design was finalized and its purchasing, tooling, and production requirements were determined. As a result the new Riviera meets the needs and wants of 1995 luxury coupe buyers.
Along with several thousand other volunteers I played a small role in the research for the final design of the Riviera's comfortable seats. It was done by sitting on a special chair pad designed by Buick engineers and having my posterior image translated into dimensional data. This data was used to develop an adjustable production seat that provides near-perfect comfort in most driving conditions. Details like this harmonize on the new Riviera to create a world-class luxury machine.
APPEARANCE: The newly designed 1995 Riviera is a real eye-catcher. Its smoothly rounded shape and flowing contours provide the look of luxury and power, which it definitely has. From its oval grille and headlights to its almost-matching oval rear lighting group the only straight lines are the body colored side rub strips. The grille, side windows, wheel wells and rear lights are accented by stainless brightwork. Goodyear Eagle GA touring tires are mounted on distinctive cast alloy wheels.
COMFORT: From the inside the Riviera is definitely a four-passenger American luxury coupe. It has all of the convenience items expected in a luxury car and some novel, but practical, features. The powered drivers' seat is fully adjustable, heated, has a two-position memory switch plus an "Exit" button that rolls the seat fully back and down for easy access. The comfortable full-sized front and rear seats allow plenty of head and leg room. The front seats have dual temperature controls for the driver and passenger and keep the cabin comfortable regardless of outside weather conditions. The Bose sound system offers the flexibility of AM, FM, CD or cassette and great sound all around. The Riviera's large flat trunk can accommodate plenty of luggage and groceries. The instruments and controls are well-placed. Excellent aerodynamics virtually eliminate wind noise and contribute to the feeling of quiet luxury in the car.
SAFETY: The Riviera is equipped with a complete range of safety features, many of which are not required by Federal safety standards until 1997. Among these items are dual front airbags, three-point seat belts with tensioners for the front seats and anti-lock four-wheel disc brakes. Additional factors include rigid body structure and strong safety cage cabin construction, a theft deterrent system, and front and rear crumple zones.
ROADABILITY: Buick's goal was to engineer the suspension of its new Riviera to deliver a smooth, comfortable, controlled ride. It succeeds quite well with its rigid body structure and the further assistance of traction control plus a magnetic speed-sensitive variable assist power steering unit. Highway cruising or spirited driving are both part of the Riviera's performance envelope. Its styling provides excellent vision in all quadrants. Its ride quietness is the result of detailed acoustical and sound dampening studies to reduce wind, road and engine noise.
PERFORMANCE: Our test Riviera had the optional supercharged 3.8 liter V6 engine that develops 225 horsepower and is mated to Hydra-Matic's well proven 4T60E electronically controlled automatic transmission. The Roots supercharger is belt-driven and controlled by the powertrain control module to deliver the required amount of boost and extra fuel for increased on-demand power. The automatic transmission quietly and quickly shifts up and down the gear range to match the power demands of the driver. In total the Riviera delivers power and performance with control.
CONCLUSION: The classic new Riviera is the latest challenge to the growing luxury coupe market that up to now has been dominated by overseas manufacturers. Its styling, comfort, quality and price give this new luxury package a potential advantage in today's highly competitive automotive market.
SPECIFICATIONS:
1995 BUICK SUPERCHARGED RIVERIA
Base Price $ 28,732 Price As Tested $ 30,999 Engine Type V-6, ohv - pushrod, supercharged, TPI* Engine Size 3.8 liter/231 cid Horsepower 225 @ 5000 Torque (ft/lbs) 275 @ 3200 Wheelbase/Length 114"/207" Transmission 4-speed EC automatic w/od Curb Weight 3800 Pounds per Horsepower 17 Fuel Capacity 20 Fuel Requirement Unleaded premium (91 octane) Tires Goodyear Eagle GA P225/60R16 all-season Brakes anti-lock standard vented disc/disc Drive Train front engine, front drive * TPI = Tuned Port Injection PERFORMANCE EPA Economy - miles per gallon, city/highway/observed 17/27/24.8 0 to 60 mph 7.9 sec 1/4 mi (E.T.) 16.1 sec Coefficient of drag (cd) .32

 

Morning all. Taking the suburban in as it is puking Transmission fluid. It is just a compression fitting on a hose. Going to get the tranny serviced as well.

 

Hi `Justin, you sure have been having a lot of problems & I hope that your future move is the begining of a new start & a end to major problems...We wish you good or better `Luck..
Hope `Amy is feeling better & that you all are staying warm...
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Hi `Amy, hope your time flies @ your present position & that your new `job is a better place to work

p.s. I hope you have your storm/snow in supplies incase U can't get `out....I just heard that Chicago is going 2 get hit hard. On `No
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Thanks everyone 4 checking In & giving your updates....
"Be Safe Out There" ~> 4-Sure...
Peace/Out

 

Morning everyone!

We got a dusting of snow last night. But like Amy, most of our snow is supposed to come tonight. Guess I should get stuff done before dinner.

Todd, how's the Suburban been to you overall? It's hard to believe it'll be 1 year tomorrow that you sold your Monte.

 

o i forgot to up date you all, the girl i have been training for the past month well her last day was yesterday, she just wasn't fit for the job, and was starting to do wierd stuff, it was kind of a combination of things, lude coments to the girls in the warehouse, mystakes packing, messing up isles, misplacing products, mouthing off, plain old not doing the job o and was hidding on friday, so it was time to go

 

Hi `Lou, Todd, `Justin,
`Todd, I hope you get your Monte Back & that you get your `Burban running great....Sure hope your man showed up & got the work done...
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`Lou, with your bad weather U need to get a winter beater & a garage 4 your AweSome Monte...
Maybe we should take `up a collection 4 our leader : )
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`Justin, hope things are now better @ work...
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I just got fax'es on several shipments from the North will be delayed : (
That really messes with my work & out shipments 4-Sure...Life is a Test 4 Real : )
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Sure hope those in the storm states are preparing..
We all have to deal with Mother Nature & her temper She proves that she's the boss & controls our enviroment...Or she is mad because we are not taking care of Planet Earth ?


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Morning Everyone.

 

Hi All

 

Space he did show up yesterday and started. He is supposed to be back tomorrow to do some more.

Lou, I know I can't believe it has been a year already. I guess it is good that I still get to drive the Monte, even though I sold it. I have been driving it this morning while the suburban is in the shop. The suburbana has been good for a car with 177,000 miles. The ac doesn't work and there are some electrical issues, but overall for $2200.00 it has been good. It is a great winter beater once I get the Camaro running and possibly buy the monte back.