Anyone Making Trip to Rohner's in MN soon?

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CaliWagon83

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So I reached out to Rohner's Auto Parts in Willmar, Minnesota (west of Minneapolis/St. Paul) on the recommendation of some forum members to inquire about front fender moldings for my wagon. They did reply, and said they had "plenty of G-Bodies" but didn't give me a specific yes or no on the moldings. It seems they're kind of a DIY "pick your part" type of place.

If any of you go there on a regular, or semi-regular basis, and could keep an eye out for the pieces, please let me know! As crazy'boutOlds, and L.A.X-RATED can attest, I am willing to purchase and pay for parts! I'm not asking anyone to make a special trip just for me, but if you could keep your radar up for the part, I'd appreciate it. Once again, for reference, I've attached the photos. One is the "naked" right side that needs the trim, and a photo of the left side to show what it looks like. Please note, it is unique to the Regal. Cutlass, Malibu or LeMans Safari pieces will not work. Thanks for listening.

 

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Just curious, did you not try the yard I linked that has listed a woody fender in stock? I mean, I'm trying to help, but get the feeling you don't want my help.
 

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Ribbedroof, sorry for the perceived slight. I remember you giving the part number in the "Wanted" section but I don't remember the lead. If you have the thread link with the yard info, I'd appreciate it.
 

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Sorry, been dealing with a bunch of people that don't listen at work and I think that colored my question.
 

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i'm trying to get there and will look for you. i too need woody trim for my 79 cutlass cruiser. somebody installed them with sheet metal screws on the left front fender. but the temp won't get up to the twenties till mid next week. and when I'm working 6 day work weeks, it being a two hour drive there and it being winter, planning can be tricky. i'll keep you posted.
joe
 
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Thanks Ribbedroof, sent an email to Landress Wrecking. The listing was for the entire fender. I'm going to see if they'd be willing to take the molding off and sell it separately. Century is slightly different, but similar enough that I'm thinking I should be able to use most of the pieces on it. Thanks again for the lead! :)
 
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Also, looking for an '84-'87 Regal gauge cluster housing (the black plastic piece behind the cluster). If any of you come across any of these in excellent shape, please let me know. I have a lead on a decent one, but it has a few cracks.

**EDIT**
Just scored an entire cluster + housing on eBay, so no longer need this piece, but still need the fender molding!
 
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I'm there twice a year, spring and fall...
There is ONE Buick wagon with woodgrain hidden between the rows.
I'd be happy to get what I can for you, but as I mentioned before you'll have to be patient.
I don't go out there until it's at least 60*, so probably April or May...
 
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Thanks Ribbedroof, sent an email to Landress Wrecking. The listing was for the entire fender. I'm going to see if they'd be willing to take the molding off and sell it separately. Century is slightly different, but similar enough that I'm thinking I should be able to use most of the pieces on it. Thanks again for the lead! :)

Two things. One, if I was looking for an extremely hard to find part I would call, not email. You would be surprised how talking to people on the phone can make a difference on whether they'll work with you or not. Two, if the trims really mint but they wont take it off (if they do it will surprise me) take the fender too.
Ive learned one thing in my searches for wagon parts. The stuff is really scarce and I have a Malibu. You have something even more rare.
 
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