
oldsmobile-digest      Friday, January 30 1998      Volume 01 : Number 1079



ADM:Have I been Cut off???
Re: G-body interchangeability with Buick
442 Rear Bumper
Rear End Trouble/WTB
Rear End Trouble/WTB
Re: G-body interchangeability with Buick
Re: what's the deal with pertronix?
Test, don't bother reading!
Re: search for rolling chassis
Need advice on Olds Purchase
Re: 307 => 350 swap (and upgrade)
burning up points
Re: Dual Exhaust on 1979 H/O
SUBSCRIBE 
My dad's birthday
Re: what's the deal with pertronix?
The list 
OLDS PARTS
Throttle Cable
MONDELLO INFO
Re: 307 => 350 swap (and upgrade)
Re: '81 Cutlass Supreme
Re: Olds "in the movies" list
Re: RPTW32 specs.
Re: Use of your product 104+
Re: Front side power assembly wiring
[Fwd: Fw: info]
Help!!!!!!
Re: License Plates
200-4R info in Pontiac mag...
Re: 2004R Chatter
Re: Web Page Arena
Re: 1970 Radio piece needed
1968 differential gear ratios
Steering Wheel Repair
Priming Fuel to Pump
Re: Pics
Re: 72 W30  Stencil kit
Super Shops
SS II rims / rear deck lid /442 wing
Re: RPTW32 specs.
1966 442 exhaust system
Re: G-body interchangeability with Buick
Re: Need advice on Olds Purchase
Re: G-body interchangeability with Buick
Color of wheels
Re: Big Block "C" Heads
Re: Dual Exhaust on 1979 H/O
Alain Lacharte?
Re: Other Lists
Re: Super Shops
Re: Super Shops
Re: pictures
Re: Super Shops
Re: Super Shops
re buying parts
Re: removal of engine/frame mounts
Re: Color of wheels
Re: RPTW32 specs.
Re: Solvents
Re: burning up points
[Fwd: License Plates]
Re: Dual Exhaust on 1979 H/O
Re: Super Shops
I want to join please
Re: Super Shops
Re: RPTW32 specs.
Re: Super Shops
Re: Rear End Trouble/WTB
Re: FORD fuel problem
Re: Super Shops
TH700R4 swap ?'s
Re: Other Lists

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 98 10:27:00 PST
From: Jeff Dick <JEFFREY.A.DICK@cpmx.saic.com>
Subject: ADM:Have I been Cut off???

I am dying a slow painful death here in col, ohio.

I have not recieved a digest since Friday, Is the list down (highly 
unlikely), was I purposely taken off (more highly unlikely), did my company 
switch servors or systems and mess up my address (most likely).

I have finely got my car back from being fixed after it was stolen in 
November (2.5 months ago) and have a story I am sure you will appreciate (or 
at least find amusing)

If someone wouldn't mind e-mailing me to confirm everything is up and 
running fine, and I just need to resubcribe, it would be highly appreciated. 
 Or better yet, throw me back onto the DIGEST.

Thank You

Jeff Dick
jeffrey.a.dick@cpmx.saic.com
86 Olds Salon

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 13:19:31 EST
From: BIGJERMES@aol.com
Subject: Re: G-body interchangeability with Buick

In a message dated 98-01-29 04:01:12 EST, you write:

<< I'm wondering about putting a T-type Buick hood on my 87 Cutlass.  Do the
 lines match up alright?  I better get rid of that 3.8 SFI stuff though.
 Maybe 6.7 BMF. >>

well, i wondered the same thing a while back.  so i measured the 2 lines going
up the hood, and they are spaced the same as mine.  course, i was measuring a
'79 turbo buick, and i have a '78 cutlass.  id say they will swap out.  but
dont hold me to that.

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 13:34:35 -0500
From: "Robert Schinkel" <docbob@caninet.com>
Subject: 442 Rear Bumper

Hold up gang, the guy I am buying the car from has called and said he has
maybe changed his mind.  And I thought when two people agreed on a price
the deal was done.  I guess you learn new things everyday.

Not all lost but can't confirm anything right now

Robert Schinkel
docbob@caninet.com
1970 442 Convertible
1970 Cutlass W- 31 4 gear
1970 Rallye 350
1970 Cutlass Convertible ( 13.4 et)

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 11:12:27 -0800
From: Erik Nowacki <enowacki@titan.com>
Subject: Rear End Trouble/WTB

Hi All,

	I still don't have an axle.  The shop tells me it is almost "impossible"
to find one that fits.  They have tried four different axles, none will fit.

	I am growing tired of not having my Cruiser, so I am considering a
complete rear end swap.  I am also tired of the 2.76 gears in the rear, and
I need to drop the tank to fix the wires for the fuel gauge.

	Question 1:	Since the Olds 12 bolt rears are essentially 10 bolt "guts" in
a 12 bolt housing, is there any advantage to the 12 bolt over a 10 bolt?

	Question 2: 	Does anyone in the So. Cal. area have an Olds rear end with
3.23 or 3.4x gears for sale?

Shipping would probably be a killer so it would be best if I could come and
pick it up.

Thanks gang.


Erik Nowacki
San Diego
72 Vista Cruiser

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 11:12:27 -0800
From: Erik Nowacki <enowacki@titan.com>
Subject: Rear End Trouble/WTB

Hi All,

	I still don't have an axle.  The shop tells me it is almost "impossible"
to find one that fits.  They have tried four different axles, none will fit.

	I am growing tired of not having my Cruiser, so I am considering a
complete rear end swap.  I am also tired of the 2.76 gears in the rear, and
I need to drop the tank to fix the wires for the fuel gauge.

	Question 1:	Since the Olds 12 bolt rears are essentially 10 bolt "guts" in
a 12 bolt housing, is there any advantage to the 12 bolt over a 10 bolt?

	Question 2: 	Does anyone in the So. Cal. area have an Olds rear end with
3.23 or 3.4x gears for sale?

Shipping would probably be a killer so it would be best if I could come and
pick it up.

Thanks gang.


Erik Nowacki
San Diego
72 Vista Cruiser

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 12:27:59 -0700
From: Charley Buehner <buehner@lyrea.com>
Subject: Re: G-body interchangeability with Buick

Ray wrote:
> 
> I'm wondering about putting a T-type Buick hood on my 87 Cutlass.  Do the
> lines match up alright?  I better get rid of that 3.8 SFI stuff though.

Hood, no.  Front clip, yes.  Simple enough?  :)


               Charley Buehner -- The Oldsmobile Magnet
For Me:  mailto:buehner@lyrea.com       mailto:charley@rocketship.com
		http://www.lyrea.com/~buehner
    Sidney Radio Shack:     mailto:redline_av@webtv.net
		        Sidney Montana

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 12:28:19 -0700 (MST)
From: Ray <rayc@U.Arizona.EDU>
Subject: Re: what's the deal with pertronix?

On Wed, 28 Jan 1998 PSHENG@scuacc.scu.edu wrote:

> 
> Does anyone have experience (good or bad) with pertronix ignitions?  I just 
> put one in my '72 350 cutlass supreme, and the module burnt out and left
> me stranded in front of a biker bar.  Someone else on the list said they had 
> the magnets fly out of the magnet ring after 2000 miles.  I can send mine 
> back and get a new one, but I'm hesitant... is there anyone out there who's 
> put one in and had success?
> 

A friend of mine went through two of these in his big block FORD FALCON.
He sent the first one back because of a burnt module, got a new one and
the same thing happened.  I'd just try to get some cash back and get
something else.  


Ray finally driving the 409 Rocket again Costanzo
87 409 Cutlass 

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 14:40:19 -0500
From: "Michael A. Evans" <evans1@net-link.net>
Subject: Test, don't bother reading!



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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 15:14:54 -0500
From: Don Sowers <dstaxpro@lex.infi.net>
Subject: Re: search for rolling chassis

Chris Brown Witt wrote:
> 
> Still searching for that elusive rustfree rolling chassis somewhere between
> San Diego and Michigan.......anyone have one/know of one?
> ==================
> Day late & a dollar short...
> 
> Am arranging to sell to a man from Wisconsin that rustfree CA 1970 Cutlass that
> I found about a month ago. Deals like that are hard to come by here. I made
> plent o' notice of it here, he was the ONLY responder. Amazing. Cheap, too.
> --
> Chris  B. Witt :=: wittchri@pilot.msu.edu
Chris, I must have been asleep at the keyboard or the 70 is not a
Supreme.  I've been looking for a 70-72 Supreme body for a good while at
a reasonable price.  Is that what you had and I was asleep of did you
have the S style?  What were you asking for it if it was the Supreme
style?

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 15:27:17 -0500
From: "Paul L. Fikaris" <fikaris@en.com>
Subject: Need advice on Olds Purchase

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My commuter mobile has recently died and I'm in search of a good used =
Olds to get back and forth to work. Thanks to this list I've discovered =
some models I really wouldn't have thought of.=20

I'm going to look at a few different 86-87 Olds Cutlass and C/S 4-door =
sedans with 307 4bbl. Can anyone advise me on what's good/bad about a =
used one of these. I like the idea of a mid-sized car with a V-8 =
(built-in Foop! with Foop being the sound a 4bbl V-8 makes when you =
stomp on it)

The candidates:
86 C/S - Factory towing package, special suspension?, tilt, AM/FM, new =
batt, brakes, muffler, tires, factory mags - $3000
86 C/S - PW, PDL, etc., milage unknown (to me) Dealer - $2995
87 C/S Brougham, 37k, new Michelins, battery, starter - $3500
There is another as well, no details yet, guy wants $1800



If anyone has any other advice on a commuter Olds, lemme know please.
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Paul L. Fikaris
69 Delta 88 Conv 455
fikaris@en.com

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 15:37:05 +0000
From: Matt Cremean <ccremean@edcen.ehhs.cmich.edu>
Subject: Re: 307 => 350 swap (and upgrade)

Dave Ward wrote:
> 
> I've been looking into pulling the motor out of the '78 Delta, and
> installing it in the '85 Delta.  The '78 has the 350/350 combo, and the
> '85 has the 307/200-4r setup.
> 
> Would the 350 bolt right in place of the 307?  Are they the same block
> as the 260/350/403's?  Is there *anything* I should watch out for?  I'm
> looking for a few opinions on this matter....transmissions.  Should I
> keep the 200-4r, or should I use a TH350?  I really like the idea of the
> overdrive, but will it put up with abuse?  Which tranny should I use?

I think you should go with the 200. You could slide a 4.56 gear in it
and the OD would be pretty close to a 3 spd with a 3.08 in last gear.
But, you'd be a helluva lot quicker!

- -- 
**********************************
Matt Cremean
+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=
CreamerSoftİ Software
http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Park/5988/creamersoft.html
+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=
1973 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Vista/3973/73olds.html
**********************************

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 14:35:18 -0600
From: "James L. Smith" <floydfan@wiltel.net>
Subject: burning up points

I have a situation that has me puzzeled. My 65 442 is finally back on
the road. The Lunati cam that Dick Miller suggested (#0080) is a real
stud. I seem to be burning up points and above 4k rmp in the 4bbl it
seems to loose power. My first thought was the new wiring harness I
installed did not have resistor wire. Checked the + wire and found 5.5v
on it. Is this enough? I'm using STANDARD brand points. Not that great a
brand. I feel they are floating out on me. Some more info some of you
may find pertinent... 400ci, Quadrajet, 4sp, really high geared!
2:9?-3:0? 4.057 bore, forged flats, balanced bottom. Any he*p would be
most appreciated!!! Say hey ron 4c!!

Jim Smith
65 442
- -- 
RIFFt

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 15:51:56 +0500
From: grpruett@vt.edu (Greg Pruett )
Subject: Re: Dual Exhaust on 1979 H/O

>> >         Where may I find a Trans Crossmember that would have a dual
hump for
>> > dual exhaust on my (G Body????)  1979 H/O??  Does the Monty SS
>> > crosmember have two humps?  Do I have to go aftermarket, or is there a
>> > model that would have one stock I could transplant?

Just a thought.  Has anyone tried taking a regular G-body crossmember and
persuading it into a dual hump with a torch and 10lb sledge?  Think it'd work?  

Greg Pruett
72 Vista Cruiser
67 Cutlass Supreme
80 Cutlass Calais 

 

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 16:28:19 +0000
From: "Rick" <Richardc@equitrac.com>
Subject: SUBSCRIBE 

SUBSCRIBE "RICK" RICHARDC@EQUITRAC.COM
1964 Olds 442 F-85
1987 Monte Carlo SS
Rick Copithorne <richardc@equitrac.com>

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 16:35:10 EST
From: DROLDS350@aol.com
Subject: My dad's birthday

Oldsmobile people,
Today is my dad's 48 birthday. I thought it would be really cool for him to
get home and read his e-mails, and have all of you wishing him a happy
birthday. If you could please e-mail him privately at <A HREF="mailto:
drolds350@aol.com">drolds350@aol.com</A>, and wish him a happy birthday, I
would really appreciate it. 

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 13:35:07 -0800
From: Erik Nowacki <enowacki@titan.com>
Subject: Re: what's the deal with pertronix?

I have put close to 10K miles on my Ford powered Mercedes since I put the
Pertronix kit in there.  I have had no problems at all.  Installation was a
breeze and it's been working fine ever since.  

This engine revs a little bit, it's got 3.27 gears, but is not raced or
redlined on a regular basis.

Erik Nowacki
San Diego
72 Vista Cruiser

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 16:39:59 +0000
From: "Rick" <Richardc@equitrac.com>
Subject: The list 

Is there something wrong with the list. I have not received mail all 
day...
1964 Olds 442 F-85
1987 Monte Carlo SS
Rick Copithorne <richardc@equitrac.com>

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 16:48:46 -0500 (EST)
From: jhbII <jh2nlla@noblecan.org>
Subject: OLDS PARTS

Does anyone have a gauges only 4 a 68-69??? if not how about a whole RALLEY
PAC at a REASONABLE PRICE!!!!  and while i am asking and i dont type very
well how about  a ralley 4 a 70-72??and dual gate??!!!i love oldsmobiles and
this page and thank all of U nuts like me 4 this service.com  i have tried 2
reach WISCONSIN about the 69 RAM HOOD but no answer !! anybody out have any
luck  thanks jack

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 17:30:12 EST
From: JohnMonnin@aol.com
Subject: Throttle Cable

I need a throttle cable for my 69 cutlass 2-barrel.  Anyone have one for sale?
I have been completely unsucessful in finding anyone who makes new cables, so
now I am desperate enough to buy used.

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 15:29:44 -0700 (MST)
From: Ray <rayc@U.Arizona.EDU>
Subject: MONDELLO INFO

HEY!  Here's the Mondello info:

Mondello Performance Products, Inc.
1103 Paso Robles Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446

(805) 237-8808 
fax: (805) 237-8814

Tech assistance: (805) 237-8808
this, as of summer 97, was only available on Wednesdays 1:00-6:00 PT

The catalog was either $8 or $9, but that was in 1995.

The catalog is full of Olds engine everything.

Good Luck!

Ray finally driving the 409 Rocket again Costanzo
87 409 Cutlass 

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 16:41:44 -0600
From: "Tracy H. Shires" <twodogs@ou.edu>
Subject: Re: 307 => 350 swap (and upgrade)

>Would the 350 bolt right in place of the 307?  Are they the same block

>as the 260/350/403's?  Is there *anything* I should watch out for?  


I slapped a 68 350 in place of that little 260.. For some unexplainable reason I had to flip the right frame mount upside down and add a 1/4in. spacer on it to get the motor to sit down right. I have been told by EVERYONE that it should drop right in though.. I've just chalked it up to my crappy luck...



I'm

>looking for a few opinions on this matter....transmissions.  Should I

>keep the 200-4r, or should I use a TH350?  I really like the idea of the

>overdrive, but will it put up with abuse?  Which tranny should I use? 


Keep with the 200r4.. It'll take a lot of abuse with a good rebuild. I've been running mine with the 350 for a year with no problems.


>Whichever one I choose, I'll likely end up exploding, and I'd get it

>rebuilt, only a little stronger.  BTW, would the '85 have a different

>rear end than the '78 because one's a three-speed and the other's a

>four?  


Olds seemed to stick 2.29 - 3.08 gears on practically every car in this time period it seems. If you keep the 200r4 this car the point is minute. But u have the option of going with much steeper gears later on if you want.. I put 3.73's on mine last summer and I love em..


>Second of all, I need some advice towards freshening this motor...


If you have more than 100k on the engine I would seriuosly consider rebuilding completely vs putting a hotter cam in..At the least take the pan off and visually inspect everything. I tried the shortcut route on a Ch*vy, cam-heads-manifold. Made great power - and ran great for about 1000 miles before I blew a rod through the side of the block.


The hop ups in my opinion from best to least would be


pistons - cam - headwork - manifold - carb....


I wish you the best of luck! You'll love the extra power!







T. H. Shires				81 C/S/B Rckt 350

mailto:TwoDogs@ou.edu


<bold>University of Oklahoma

</bold><italic><color><param>0000,0000,ffff</param>Aerospace 
Engineering

</color><color><param>ffff,0000,0000</param>Mechanical Engineering

</color></italic>

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 16:05:44 -0700
From: Charley Buehner <buehner@lyrea.com>
Subject: Re: '81 Cutlass Supreme

Lauren Engineering has a bunch of stuff like that...  Their spoilers are
one piece, but otherwise identical to the Hurst Olds.  (They claim.  No
~personal~ experience.)  They also have H/O scoops, too.  Alas, no hood
ornaments though...  (damn)

Don't have the address here right now, but if you need it, someone will
be glad to jump foreward with it, I'm sure...

 Would like to put a
> hood with the hood scoop and a decklid with the wing on it to replace the
> rusted parts.  Car is no longer original, so putting original parts on will
> not help value.  Besides, I kinda like the Hurst parts!  Does anyone have
> these parts?

- -- 
               Charley Buehner -- The Oldsmobile Magnet
For Me:  mailto:buehner@lyrea.com       mailto:charley@rocketship.com
		http://www.lyrea.com/~buehner
    Sidney Radio Shack:     mailto:redline_av@webtv.net
		        Sidney Montana

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 15:06:17 -0800
From: Erik Nowacki <enowacki@titan.com>
Subject: Re: Olds "in the movies" list

In this discussion, we can't leave out Get Shorty with John Travolta.  He
is a mobster who wants to rent a Caddy, but the rental agent gives him a
Silouette (sp?) and tells him it is the Cadillac of minivans.

Erik Nowacki
San Diego
72 Vista Cruiser

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 18:52:08 EST
From: RPTW32@aol.com
Subject: Re: RPTW32 specs.

In a message dated 98-01-29 08:01:42 EST, you write:

<< Did Olds ever use a 4.11 rear end anyone? >>

Don't believe so... could get a 3:91 factory or 4:33  up to 5:something
as dealer installed option. Mine is a Richmond ring & pinion added to 
original carrier.

Rgds,
R.Thomas
69 442

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 18:51:31 EST
From: RPTW32@aol.com
Subject: Re: Use of your product 104+

In a message dated 98-01-29 02:02:02 EST, you write:

<< Hmmm,  I have 7a (350) heads on my 403, I believe they're from a 72.  But,
 if I am correct, the 7a heads could be from 70,71, or 72, right?  So, if
 they are from 70, would they have the non-hardened vavle seats?   >>

70 350 heads were #6  more desireable for performance but do not have
the hardened seats already. 7' are 71 /  7a 72's 

Rgds,
Rob Thomas
69 442

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 19:27:23 -0500
From: Paul Hartlieb <plh@nbn.net>
Subject: Re: Front side power assembly wiring

Merlina Tate wrote:
> 
> We have a '54 Olds 88, 4 door.  We are reinstalling the front seat and
> power seat assembly and wiring harness.
> 
> Can anyone help with a wiring diagram. We are having trouble seeing
> which is the hot wire.  From the looks of it, the white wire is the only
> possiblility, but Jim thinks the white and black wires are usually
> ground wires.
> 
> Is there any secret as to how to get the mechanism in the correct
> position for installation.  Right now the spring is in the extended
> position, but we have a picture of when the seat was taken out that
> shows the spring in a contracted position.
> 
> We have attached the power mechanisms to the seat.  Plan to set the seat
> in and then attach them to the floor.  Is that the proper procedure?
> 
> Thanks for the help
> 
> Merlina Tate

I'll have to dig out the '54 Shop manual and research this.  Give me a
little time and I'll see if I can get an answer for you.

Paul
- -- 
Paul Hartlieb
Myerstown, PA
mailto:plh@nbn.net
'67 Ninety Eight Holiday Coupe
'72 Cutlass Supreme Convertible

Why do they call it a TV set when you only get one?

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 19:54:31 -0500
From: Paul Hartlieb <plh@nbn.net>
Subject: [Fwd: Fw: info]

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some of you, specifically Dr. Bob, can.  Please reply to him directly. 
Thanks,

Paul
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Paul Hartlieb
Myerstown, PA
mailto:plh@nbn.net
'67 Ninety Eight Holiday Coupe
'72 Cutlass Supreme Convertible

Why do they call it a TV set when you only get one?

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> From: knothead <knothead@cafes.net>
> To: randcflyaway@aol.com
> Subject: info
> Date: Thursday, January 29, 1998 4:08 PM
> 
> 	I am interested in joining an oldsmobile club, but I first want to know,
> through your club how accesable/ availability are parts for a 403,
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> or after market?
> Please respond r.s.v.p. knothead@cafes.net
> Thankyou, 
> Gilbert


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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 20:14:09 EST
From: J8342@aol.com
Subject: Help!!!!!!

I have a 1980 Cutlass Supreme with a "rocket" 350 under the hood.
But yesterday(1-28-98) I went to start it and there was nothing.  I had the
car running only 3 hours earlier.  I think the starter was clicking but I'm
not real sure.  So today I had a mechanic come over to look at the car and
sure enough it started right up...no problem...things like that piss me
off!!!!!!!

So what could make it run one hour and not the next????
Josh

P.S~ the mechanic said there might be a "dead spot" in the starter....  what
does that mean???   please reply!!!!!!!!!

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 20:57:03 -0500
From: loris <loris@tir.com>
Subject: Re: License Plates

RC Hellebuyck:

Olds Homecoming?  When?

- -Loris

RC Hellebuyck wrote:
>If you plan on going to the Olds Homecoming show
> this summer in Lansing
>

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 21:02:27 -0500
From: Tom Millard <oldspwr@worldnet.att.net>
Subject: 200-4R info in Pontiac mag...

As somebody had mentioned before, High Performance Pontiac has a good
article about 200-4R trans.  This is the first part in a series in putting
a 200-4R in an older A-body. I did find some errors though, the high
performance codes they list are incorrect.  For example:  85-87 442's had
code KZF and not OZF.  They also forgot to mention that 84-85 turbo Regals
had codes BZF.  

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 21:02:24 -0500
From: Tom Millard <oldspwr@worldnet.att.net>
Subject: Re: 2004R Chatter

Ray and others:

Mike Kurtz from PMAC in Texas rebuilds GN 200-4R trans for about $1200.
There number is 1-713-661-5118.  Level 10 in Hamburg New Jersey is also a
very reputable firm for rebuilding 200-4R's.  I am not sure how much they
get for a rebuild, but they can be contacted at 1-201-827-1000 or
1-973-546-8200.  Both PMAC and Level 10 were very helpful when I called
them on the phone for tech advice.

$2000 seems a little steep, but with installation included I guess it
sounds reasonable.  But remember, when replacing a 350 trans or equiv., the
driveshaft does not have to be shortened but the crossmember has to be
moved back.  But I am the kind of guy who would rather install it myself.




Tom Millard OLDSPWR@worldnet.att.net
79 Cutlass - Street/Strip/Show
86 442 - Summer Cruiser
79 Cutlass - Winter Bomb (soon to be for sale...)
84 Silverado 4WD (soon to be Olds powered...)

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 20:57:40 +0000
From: "M. Slocum" <mslocum@shrike.depaul.edu>
Subject: Re: Web Page Arena

Nice Car! Clean page. Good job!

W MACHINES wrote:

> Since everybody is throwing there hat into the Web Page Arena.  I have created
> my own Page also.  I have had this page for about a month and a half and I
> have been updating it often.  There is more constuction in process, but check
> it out and email me with comments good or bad.  I am always trying to improve
> myself.  This is my
> first attempt at creating web pages and I am uising AOL's personal publisher
> 2.
>
> So thanks for the bandwidth and have fun viewing.
> access through here  <A HREF="http://members.aol.com/WMACHINES/index.html">W
> MACHINES's Home Page</A> or
> http://members.aol.com/wmachines/index.html
>
> Thanks W MACHINES (Mark Prince)
> 1972 442 W-30

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 22:01:51 EST
From: OldsGuyGA@aol.com
Subject: Re: 1970 Radio piece needed

 hi i believe i have the radio fader you are searching for.
  you want the one with the prongs and tuner ALL in one.. jeff olds guy ga..

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 21:15:16 -0600
From: Kurt Bonifay <kbonifay@bellsouth.net>
Subject: 1968 differential gear ratios

Chris,

As far as I can read in the service manual the ratios are as follows:

type "O" [2:56, 2:78, 3:08, 3:23, 3:42, 3:91 which is in my '68 442
conv., 4:33].

type "C" [2:56, 2:73, 3:07, 3:31]

There are different ratios for 88s and 98s, but I'm assuming you were
interested in cutlass only.

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 22:17:29 EST
From: CCRR12@aol.com
Subject: Steering Wheel Repair

Few days ago I saw that someone was looking for instruction on steering wheel
repair. Just noticed that the steering wheel restoration kit sold by Eastwood
comes with a 20 page instruction book. Book alone is $12. 

Randy in Okla
57 88 J2

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 22:30:58 EST
From: CCRR12@aol.com
Subject: Priming Fuel to Pump

Does anyone have a good method of pulling/pushing fuel from gas tank to the
fuel pump? I have reinstalled tank after cleaning and sealing it, as well as
the fuel line. Before firing up the new engine I would like to have fuel to
the pump immediately. I am in the process of adding new fuel lines and filters
in the engine compartment.      ( with 3 carbs, plumbing is significant in
this car)  I am betting that someone has had a memorable or Witt-less
experience with this. Fire away!

Randy in Oklahoma
57 88 J2

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 21:35:24 +0000
From: "M. Slocum" <mslocum@shrike.depaul.edu>
Subject: Re: Pics

Right now it's sitting in the garage with a flat tire and no plates but i'm
hoping to rectify that after mid-term exams next week, sooner if possible.

Mike Slocum
72 Olds Cutlass Supreme Convertible (broken)

TERMO1L wrote:

> Hey guys and gals please mail me your car pics I am trying to put together a
> web page with all sorts of olds.
>
> Thanks
> Mike

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 21:46:24 +0000
From: "M. Slocum" <mslocum@shrike.depaul.edu>
Subject: Re: 72 W30  Stencil kit

Couldn't find your webpage. could you email your URL?

mr. coy d. arbogast wrote:

> Do want a stencil kit or a vinyl kit?
> We use vinyl kits.
> Email if interested.
> Thanks Coy
>
> ----------
> > From: todd thomas <ttjbmm@webtv.net>
> > To: oldsmobile@chebucto.ns.ca
> > Subject: 72 W30  Stencil kit
> > Date: Tuesday, January 27, 1998 7:06 PM
> >
> > Hi evryone, I would like to know if anybody out there knows where I can
> > get a stencil kit for a 70-72 W30's at.    Thanks alot .   Todd Thomas
> > Clarendon,PA

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 20:07:08 -0800
From: James Thingwold <jht@exo.com>
Subject: Super Shops

I just heard on the radio that the Super Shops speed shops are ALL closing.
 Right now they're advertising 40% discounts that will probably go up as
they get closer to final closing.  I'm pretty shocked, I hadn't heard
anything about this before now.  Are they anywhere else besides Calif?


Lisa Madsen
Anaheim, CA

'64 Cutlass, '66 Toronado, '67 Delta 88 Custom, '69 Toronado, '72 Vista
Cruiser (twin hauler)

Please E-Mail me at-----:  Lisa@hotglass.com

My Web-Page-----:  http://server.exo.com/~jht/olds/

Subscribe To : Lisa's Classic Oldsmobile Bulletin Board Mailing List:
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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 22:09:18 +0000
From: "M. Slocum" <mslocum@shrike.depaul.edu>
Subject: SS II rims / rear deck lid /442 wing

Does anyone have 2 or 3, 15" x 7" rims with the bolt on centercaps for
sale?

Also, What's a good price for deck or wing?

Thanks!

72 cutlass conv

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 23:11:11 -0500
From: James & Joanne Chermack <chermac@exis.net>
Subject: Re: RPTW32 specs.

At 04:04 AM 1/29/98 -0800, you wrote:
Chris

        In 66 a 4.11 gear was optional. They changed it a year later. It's
the only year I remember it as an option.

Jim Chermack

>RPTW32 wrote:
>> 
>> Big gear  4.10
>
>Did Olds ever use a 4.11 rear end anyone?
>
>Chris Sparks
>

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 20:28:27 -0800 (PST)
From: Doro Pedroza <dpedroza@yahoo.com>
Subject: 1966 442 exhaust system

Need information on where I can buy an exhaust system for a 1966 442
must come with chambered tail pipes Thank you.  




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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 23:50:31 -0500
From: Jerry Christopher <IThEFunKI@ViperLink.Net>
Subject: Re: G-body interchangeability with Buick

Ray wrote:
> 
> I'm wondering about putting a T-type Buick hood on my 87 Cutlass.  Do the
> lines match up alright?  I better get rid of that 3.8 SFI stuff though.
> Maybe 6.7 BMF.

If I am thinking right...  No...  It won't line up to the header panel..
The Regal's header panel lines go up at the grill, since the Cutlass has
no "single" grill, it's staggered wrong on the up-dent (if you'd call it
that) Regal to match the lines on the Cutlass...

Woulda looked cool though.  If it fit..  

I've looked at that idea, and the idea of nabbing a Monte SS Spoiler.
- -- 
- - Jerry Christopher
- - HTTP://WWW2.Viperlink.Net/Members/IThEFunKI
- - 1987 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme
- - Here we go Steelers!!!

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 00:23:52 -0500
From: Jason Adcock <jadcock@vt.edu>
Subject: Re: Need advice on Olds Purchase

> Paul L. Fikaris wrote:
>
> The candidates:
> 86 C/S - Factory towing package, special suspension?, tilt, AM/FM, new batt, brakes, muffler,
> tires, factory mags - $3000
> 86 C/S - PW, PDL, etc., milage unknown (to me) Dealer - $2995
> 87 C/S Brougham, 37k, new Michelins, battery, starter - $3500
> There is another as well, no details yet, guy wants $1800

Actually, I really like that first listing.  Would the tow package indicate that the car has the
stronger overdrive transmission?  Anyway, it sounds like it has the F41 suspension package (as does
mine--highly recommended!).  I'm assuming the "factory mags" are indicating the Chrome SSIII's? 
Mine has those also, if you would like to know what they look like; just check out the link in my
sig.  Are all these cars coupes?

+---------------------------------------------------------------+
|	__    ________						|
|	\ \  / __  __/	Jason Adcock				|
|	 \ \/ / / /	CS Major, Virginia Tech			|
|	  \  / / /	mailto:jadcock@vt.edu			|
|	   \/ /_/	http://www.erols.com/adcockjk/		|
|								|
+---------------------------------------------------------------+

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 00:31:07 -0500
From: Gerald Hughes <ghughes@hughesconsulting.com>
Subject: Re: G-body interchangeability with Buick

Guys,
	It's only a hood.  Take the 30 minutes to actually try it and stop
guessing.  Sheez.
							Gerald Hughes


BIGJERMES@aol.com wrote:
> 
> In a message dated 98-01-29 04:01:12 EST, you write:
> 
> << I'm wondering about putting a T-type Buick hood on my 87 Cutlass.  Do the
>  lines match up alright?  I better get rid of that 3.8 SFI stuff though.
>  Maybe 6.7 BMF. >>
> 
> well, i wondered the same thing a while back.  so i measured the 2 lines going
> up the hood, and they are spaced the same as mine.  course, i was measuring a
> '79 turbo buick, and i have a '78 cutlass.  id say they will swap out.  but
> dont hold me to that.

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 23:06:20 -0600
From: "Dr. D.A. Branch" <tree@datasync.com>
Subject: Color of wheels

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 00:25:48 -0500
From: Gerald Hughes <ghughes@hughesconsulting.com>
Subject: Re: Big Block "C" Heads

Ryan,
	Thanks for your interest, but a complete 350 what....motor, trans... 
	Could you also give me a bit more detail on what complete means?  What
kind of condition is it in?

							Gerald Hughes

StafRT007 wrote:
> 
> would you consider trading for anything?  I have a complete 350 and a TH-400.
> Would you consider a trade?
> 
> Ryan

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 21:43:59 -0800 (PST)
From: Jeff Stanish <stanishj@svpal.org>
Subject: Re: Dual Exhaust on 1979 H/O

I have a 1979 H/O, it is factory stock and from the engine it goes into a 
single exhaust then
into the catalytic converter then back to the muffler then dual out from 
the muffler. No kidding Not duals all the way back!

On Thu, 29 Jan 1998, Greg Pruett wrote:

> >> >         Where may I find a Trans Crossmember that would have a dual
> hump for
> >> > dual exhaust on my (G Body????)  1979 H/O??  Does the Monty SS
> >> > crosmember have two humps?  Do I have to go aftermarket, or is there a
> >> > model that would have one stock I could transplant?
> 
> Just a thought.  Has anyone tried taking a regular G-body crossmember and
> persuading it into a dual hump with a torch and 10lb sledge?  Think it'd work?  
> 
> Greg Pruett
> 72 Vista Cruiser
> 67 Cutlass Supreme
> 80 Cutlass Calais 
> 
>  
> 
> 

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 23:50:28 -0600
From: dnewman@wcbi.com (Doug Newman)
Subject: Alain Lacharte?

Folks,
           A while back, there was a list member in France named Alain
Lacharte.  Does anyone happen to have his e-mail address?

Thanks,

Doug Newman
Columbus, MS
1987 442

http://www.442.com/newman.html
 

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 00:58:00 -0500
From: "Robert Schinkel" <docbob@caninet.com>
Subject: Re: Other Lists

If you find one Tom let me know I would be quite interested

Robert Schinkel
docbob@caninet.com

- ----------
> From: Tom Starkey <tstarkey@uswest.net>
> To: Olds List <oldsmobile@chebucto.ns.ca>
> Subject: Other Lists
> Date: Thursday, January 29, 1998 11:29 AM
> 
> Hello All !
> 
> Sorry for the non Olds question. Anyone know of a list similar to this
> one but for Pontiacs?
> 
> Unfortunately, I have one of these pieces of cr*p that I need to do some
> work on. 
> 
> Thanks for the help!
> 
> Tom Starkey - 68 Cutlass Supreme

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 22:14:26 -0800
From: Chris & Robin <cya442@mindspring.com>
Subject: Re: Super Shops

The one I know of in Santa Ana is already closed!  I wish I knew where another one
was, I could use a few parts at 40% off!!!!

- --
Chris Miller
'68 442
Tustin, CA
mailto:cya442@mindspring.com


James Thingwold wrote:

> I just heard on the radio that the Super Shops speed shops are ALL closing.
>  Right now they're advertising 40% discounts that will probably go up as
> they get closer to final closing.  I'm pretty shocked, I hadn't heard
> anything about this before now.  Are they anywhere else besides Calif?
>
> Lisa Madsen
> Anaheim, CA
>
> '64 Cutlass, '66 Toronado, '67 Delta 88 Custom, '69 Toronado, '72 Vista
> Cruiser (twin hauler)
>
> Please E-Mail me at-----:  Lisa@hotglass.com
>
> My Web-Page-----:  http://server.exo.com/~jht/olds/
>
> Subscribe To : Lisa's Classic Oldsmobile Bulletin Board Mailing List:
> Glass Line's Bulletin Board: http://server.exo.com/~jht/olds/oldsbbs/index.cgi
>
> Lisa's Oldsmobile FREE Banner Exchange
> http://server.exo.com/~jht/olds/banners/

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 01:21:15 EST
From: WMACHINES@aol.com
Subject: Re: Super Shops

In a message dated 98-01-30 00:52:31 EST, you write:

<< I just heard on the radio that the Super Shops speed shops are ALL closing.
  Right now they're advertising 40% discounts that will probably go up as
 they get closer to final closing.  I'm pretty shocked, I hadn't heard
 anything about this before now.  Are they anywhere else besides Calif?
  >>
the ones in Michigan are already closed and there was no announcement. If you
could,please send me the number of one of the cailf super shop stores. I need
to contact them about my warranty on their Mallery gauges

thanks W MACHINES

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 01:23:59 EST
From: AGUY4RUMLI@aol.com
Subject: Re: pictures

i have the address is there a name i should put on these things before i send
them? sorry dont have a scanner

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 22:32:37 PST
From: "john foster" <anyasbbj@hotmail.com>
Subject: Re: Super Shops

boy i thought they were all closed by now and yes ,super shops, well 
they where all over. the one here in spokane,washington closed down in 
probably august i'm guessing. a buddy of mine worked there for a year or 
more and i bought the tires from my truck there. let me tell you that is 
one messed up outfit. not to mention i'm a little s.o.l on the warenty 
on my tire  now that they are closed. all i know is they had a lot of 
management problems and they went through alot of employees.

take it easy
    john 


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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 00:54:54 -0600
From: Shang <shang@wans.net>
Subject: Re: Super Shops

James Thingwold wrote:
> 
> I just heard on the radio that the Super Shops speed shops are ALL closing.
>  Right now they're advertising 40% discounts that will probably go up as
> they get closer to final closing.  I'm pretty shocked, I hadn't heard
> anything about this before now.  Are they anywhere else besides Calif?
> 
> Lisa Madsen
> Anaheim, CA
> 
> '64 Cutlass, '66 Toronado, '67 Delta 88 Custom, '69 Toronado, '72 Vista
> Cruiser (twin hauler)
> 
> Please E-Mail me at-----:  Lisa@hotglass.com
> 
> My Web-Page-----:  http://server.exo.com/~jht/olds/
> 
> Subscribe To : Lisa's Classic Oldsmobile Bulletin Board Mailing List:
> Glass Line's Bulletin Board: http://server.exo.com/~jht/olds/oldsbbs/index.cgi
> 
> Lisa's Oldsmobile FREE Banner Exchange
> http://server.exo.com/~jht/olds/banners/

The Super Shops closest to me in Dallas, is having a big sale with
everything marked "No returns". I figured they were going out of
business, but they haven't said anything about in the store.

Stephen Hoover
Dallas, Texas
'70 Cutlass "S"

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Date: Thu, 29 Jan 1998 23:03:33 -0800 (PST)
From: Jack Karamanos <jalkara@whidbey.net>
Subject: re buying parts

just my dimes worth.  in 10 years of buying oldsmobile parts for my 47
from private individuals in JWO, Runabouts to Rockets, and this digest, i
have only got two items that were not as stated and the two individuals
took them back with out any problems. the largest amount was only $800 and
the smallest was a $2 piece and many in the $100 plus range.  

47rocket98  

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 02:38:40 -0500
From: Trevor Lee <lee@mergetel.com>
Subject: Re: removal of engine/frame mounts

>     You'll need the Olds frame brackets.  Yes, they're a pain to remove and
> install, but you've got no choice....   Other than that the rest of the

> Use the tried & true hassle-free methods below. Effective on shocks, too.
>
> 1- Torch the bastids off. Hassle of dragging the torch around...
>
> 2- Get your 1/2" socket set, including the *6* point socket. Turn CLOCKWISE
> until it snaps the bolt off. Easy, quick, minimal lugging of tools.

I had fun when I had to remove the Olds frame brackets from my '76 Cutlass.  I
ended up taking a rachet with the appropriate socket and a couple extensions (and
a universal) on it and fishing up beside the front A-arms and snugged up on the
bolt head inside and a wrench on the outside (engine side), found that the bolts
were too rusted on, then I just got out ol' Mr. Hacksaw - about a half hour later
(6 bolts - what are they, grade 3 or 5?) I had a couple of freed brackets.  I did,
however, employ the extension/universal/socket method for installing the new
bolts.  Worked quite well.
- --
Trevor Lee (aka Screech), Owner - TL Tech
468 BigBlock '76 Cutlass Supreme Brougham
http://www.mergetel.com/~lee/cutlass/
mailto:lee@mergetel.com
Welland, Ontario, Canada

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 05:27:31 -0500
From: MROTHE <MROTHE@prodigy.net>
Subject: Re: Color of wheels

> I would like to know what the exact color  the ralley wheels on my 69
> cutlass convertible should be.
> Someone said they were argent. That color is dark grey and I was
> wondering if it is correct. Thanks Dennis Branch
> 69 Olds Cutlass S Convertible

Yes, dark argent is correct for 69.  Sounds like those are the correct
color.

Mike Rothe

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 05:32:06 -0500
From: MROTHE <MROTHE@prodigy.net>
Subject: Re: RPTW32 specs.

RPTW32@aol.com wrote:
> 
> 
> << Did Olds ever use a 4.11 rear end anyone? >>
> 
> Don't believe so... could get a 3:91 factory or 4:33  up to 5:something
> as dealer installed option.

Actually, 4.11 was a dealer option for '66 at least, according to the
spec sheet.  But no, if you are looking for W-32 info.  In all cases
that I know of, factory gears were only up to 3.91.  But, your dealer
would've installed anything you liked if it were available aftermarket
also, like headers, etc.  You were footing the bill, so why not?

Mike Rothe

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 06:45:12 -0400 (AST)
From: Greg Beaulieu <ab348@chebucto.ns.ca>
Subject: Re: Solvents

On Wed, 28 Jan 1998, John Pajak wrote:

>      There is a solvent called Varsol which is used in parts washers.
> It is non-flammable. I am looking for a source to buy this stuff. I
> have a parts washer and I need to fill it. Where can I buy Varsol or
> something similar? I don't want to have to buy 55 gallons
> though....5-10 gallons would do it. Although if I had to, I could get
> 55 gallons and I'm sure I could sell it off 5 gallons at a time.

John, you can buy the stuff around here in gallon jugs at most hardware 
stores, etc. I'm sure it must be available there too. Wouldn't Home Depot 
carry it?

Greg Beaulieu    ab348@chebucto.ns.ca    Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 06:48:48 -0400 (AST)
From: Greg Beaulieu <ab348@chebucto.ns.ca>
Subject: Re: burning up points

On Thu, 29 Jan 1998, James L. Smith wrote:
> I seem to be burning up points and above 4k rmp in the 4bbl it
> seems to loose power. My first thought was the new wiring harness I
> installed did not have resistor wire. Checked the + wire and found 5.5v
> on it. Is this enough? I'm using STANDARD brand points. Not that great a
> brand. I feel they are floating out on me.

5.5v seems a little low to me, but I might be wrong. However, with voltage
that low it seems that points would be less likely to burn. As for
Standard points, I have heard nothing but good things about Standard/Blue
Streak points in the past. They have a regular and a heavier-duty line,
apparently, with the h/d being the better choice. 

Greg Beaulieu    ab348@chebucto.ns.ca    Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 06:13:07 -0500
From: Mark Cornea <mcornea@ford.com>
Subject: [Fwd: License Plates]

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loris wrote:

> RC Hellebuyck:
>
> Olds Homecoming?  When?
>
> -Loris
>
> RC Hellebuyck wrote:
> >If you plan on going to the Olds Homecoming show
> > this summer in Lansing
> >


        The Homecoming is June 20th

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 07:34:27 -0500
From: Jason Adcock <jadcock@vt.edu>
Subject: Re: Dual Exhaust on 1979 H/O

Jeff Stanish wrote:
> 
> I have a 1979 H/O, it is factory stock and from the engine it goes into a
> single exhaust then
> into the catalytic converter then back to the muffler then dual out from
> the muffler. No kidding Not duals all the way back!

Yep, that's how I have my 84 Calais and it works quite nice.  I don't know if my 307 moves enough
air to make "true-dual's" worth the hassle, but I think a H/O or 442 exhaust system from 83-87
wouldn't be all that unreasonable.

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 12:36:19 +0000
From: clarence wirtz <cw63nova@worldnet.att.net>
Subject: Re: Super Shops

We have 3 Super Shops here in San Antonio.   I havent heard any thing about
it from the local guys, at least not yet.  It would sure be a big lose. They
are the only shops in the aera that have a good choice of parts for most cars.






At 08:07 PM 1/29/98 -0800, you wrote:
>I just heard on the radio that the Super Shops speed shops are ALL closing.
> Right now they're advertising 40% discounts that will probably go up as
>they get closer to final closing.  I'm pretty shocked, I hadn't heard
>anything about this before now.  Are they anywhere else besides Calif?
>
>
>Lisa Madsen
>Anaheim, CA
>
Clarence
86 Cutlass 4DR 307 O/D 2.56's
San Antonio

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 16:33:44 -0800
From: Barbara Gibson <zeke@intergate.bc.ca>
Subject: I want to join please

Two older (but not too old) Olds nuts would like to join please.
Dennis has a 1972 Old's Cutlass Supreme and a 1976 
Cutlass Salon with a glass T-roof from Hurst added to it.
It has the International symbol on the side of the car and 
it goes to a few car shows when the weather is nice (hey we're
talking about Vancouver, B.C., home of the liquid sunshine)
Dennis belongs to the B.C. Oldsmobile Club and is going to attend 
the B.C. Old's annual Father's Day Show and Shine this June 21.
Dennis just went into semi-retirement and the first thing he said
was "Now I can attend all the car shows and meetings (he use to 
miss them because of his work schedule - graveyard shift at The
Vancouver Sun newspaper.
Me, I'm the unauthorized assistance, I keep a eye on the remaining 
car if he takes one to a show, makes sure he pays his due to the club,
help tie up the cars in their special blankets and tarps using bungee 
cords in the winter and driving around in the cars, bragging about
them and finding Olds Web sites (the best part)to see what cars everyone 
got.  So there you go.

Thankyou
Dennis Ryan and Barb Gibson
e-mail: zeke@intergate.bc.ca

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 12:43:36 +0000
From: clarence wirtz <cw63nova@worldnet.att.net>
Subject: Re: Super Shops

>The Super Shops closest to me in Dallas, is having a big sale with
>everything marked "No returns". I figured they were going out of
>business, but they haven't said anything about in the store.
>
>Stephen Hoover
>Dallas, Texas
>'70 Cutlass "S"
>
I guess I should stop by the shop closest to me and see whats going on if
they will tell me any thing.  They havent said anything or advertised
anything. It would be bad if they just pack up and leave overnite.  I
stopped in 2 weekends ago and priced a couple things and they didnt say
anything.
Clarence
86 Cutlass 4DR 307 O/D 2.56's
San Antonio

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 04:50:13 -0800
From: mrada <mrada@catalina-inter.net>
Subject: Re: RPTW32 specs.

MROTHE wrote:
> 
> Actually, 4.11 was a dealer option for '66 at least, according to the
> spec sheet.  But no, if you are looking for W-32 info.  In all cases
> that I know of, factory gears were only up to 3.91.  But, your dealer
> would've installed anything you liked if it were available aftermarket
> also, like headers, etc.  You were footing the bill, so why not?

I may be coming into a car which has a 4.11 on it.  The only bad thing
is that I don't know if is an Olds rear end or whether I can have A/C
with that gear ratio.

Chris Sparks

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 08:54:34 -0500 (EST)
From: Robert Yasczak <VJTD@grove.iup.edu>
Subject: Re: Super Shops

THey have already closed up in the Pittsburgh area.  I went past one in
November and it was closed and the windows were covered with paper.  

		Robb Yasczak 	vjtd@grove.iup.edu

		1969 442
		1969 Cutlass S Convertible
		1976 442
		1987 Cutlass Salon

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 08:45:55 -0600
From: "Daren & Laurie Hendley" <daren@revealed.net>
Subject: Re: Rear End Trouble/WTB

- -----Original Message-----
From: Erik Nowacki <enowacki@titan.com>
> I still don't have an axle.  The shop tells me it is almost "impossible"
>to find one that fits.  They have tried four different axles, none will
fit.
>
Are you looking for new or used? If you are going the new route try Currie
enterprises (714-528-6957  1480-b N. Tustin Ave. Anaheim Ca.) or Strange
Engineering (847-869-7010  1611 Church St. Evanston Il.). If they don't have
it they can make it. Used try http://www.rpmcat.com/
http://autopartsused.com/  http://www.autop.com/  http://www.worldparts.com/
http://www.partslocator.com/  http://www.mm.com/swapmeet/ to search for your
part.

Daren

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 08:50:33 -0600
From: "Daren & Laurie Hendley" <daren@revealed.net>
Subject: Re: FORD fuel problem

- -----Original Message-----
From: Chris Brown Witt <wittchri@pilot.msu.edu>
>Nope. The tank selector valve. No electrical connections, apparently the
tanks'
>pumps pressure is supposed to make it select that tank. Stuck in between.
>Bypassed it- problem gone. Yay! Off to Padnos tomorrow!
>--
>Chris  B. Witt :=: wittchri@pilot.msu.edu
>

Didn't think about it having dual tanks. Guess I'm a little spoiled with my
single 34 gallon tank. It does suck every other week when I have to shell
out $30 to fill it.

Daren

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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 09:24:53 -0800
From: Larry Polesnak 62 Starfire <bullets@sgi.net>
Subject: Re: Super Shops

James Thingwold wrote:
> 
> I just heard on the radio that the Super Shops speed shops are ALL closing.
LISA,there are Super Shops in Pittsburgh,Pa. I didn't see anything about
them closing yet....Larry 
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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 06:44:12 -0800 (PST)
From: Edwin Burger <erb22@yahoo.com>
Subject: TH700R4 swap ?'s

Is it possible to swap a TH700R4 (or any OD transmission) in place of
a TH400?  I have a '70 442, and plan to take it on a 5,000+ mile trip
this summer.  What kind of gas mileage gains could I expect?  How much
better would it be on the drivetrain?

Thanks!

Ed




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Date: Fri, 30 Jan 1998 09:49:07 -0500
From: Don Sowers <dstaxpro@lex.infi.net>
Subject: Re: Other Lists

Robert Schinkel wrote:
> 
> If you find one Tom let me know I would be quite interested

Robert,

You might try http://www.chucko.com to get additional links/lists etc. 
It's a Ford page but has a lot of how-to info on it.  If you are looking
for Poncho related pages, you can also do a search with Yahoo using
Pontiac and there are several items that pop up.  I used
Pontiac+car+clubs the first time I found it.  I know the above is not
the direct route but you can get there from here.  Good luck.

Don Sowers
Nicholasville, Ky

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