ClassicOldsmobile.com - 442 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:51:28 GMT vBulletin 60 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg ClassicOldsmobile.com - 442 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums Manual to power steering converion http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18131-manual-power-steering-converion.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:28:55 GMT Has anyone performed a conversion of a manual steering to power steering in their 442? I am seriously considering it and am wondering if there are... Has anyone performed a conversion of a manual steering to power steering in their 442? I am seriously considering it and am wondering if there are any "watch out for" moments in doing this? It appears that 68-72 steering boxes are interchangeable (at least what I have read elsewhere) and the parts, both salvage and rebuilds are readily available.

Thoughts/comments welcome.

Thanks ]]> 442 4speedBench http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18131-manual-power-steering-converion.html Help 69 442 buds ? http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18116-help-69-442-buds.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:00:53 GMT I need a pic of where the chrome on the bottom trunk lip attaches to the inside of the trunk lid. Just stand on your head and take a pic of where the... I need a pic of where the chrome on the bottom trunk lip attaches to the inside of the trunk lid. Just stand on your head and take a pic of where the screws go thru the underside of the trunk. I'm out of town look'in at a part and something ain't right.

Thanks

Jamesbo ]]> 442 Jamesbo http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18116-help-69-442-buds.html 442 (?) on ebay??? check it out - http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18066-442-ebay-check-out.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:48:17 GMT what do you all think of this car? ... what do you all think of this car?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1970-...item1c0defef2e ]]> 442 damascus http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18066-442-ebay-check-out.html Wittek tower hose clamps http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18040-wittek-tower-hose-clamps.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:36:14 GMT I was wondering if anybody has had any experience with the Wittek tower hose clamps. I know they are correct for my 71, but I heard the can be a pain... I was wondering if anybody has had any experience with the Wittek tower hose clamps. I know they are correct for my 71, but I heard the can be a pain to seal compared to the double wire clamps (1970).

Dave ]]> 442 fjross http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18040-wittek-tower-hose-clamps.html 71 air condition http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18021-71-air-condition.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:02:56 GMT I was wondering if anyone could explain how the idle is affected when the air conditioner is turned on. The only wires in my engine harness seems to... I was wondering if anyone could explain how the idle is affected when the air conditioner is turned on. The only wires in my engine harness seems to go to the ported vacuum switch and the heater harness which goes to the blower motor, resistor, compressor clutch and relay. Should the idle go up to compensate the a/c clutch kicking in. The other question is my assemble manual (section12 page 170) shows my wire from the heater harness going directly to the blower motor, yet on another page (section12 page 164) it has a capacitor that attaches to the blower motor for noise suppression. When I disassembled the car, I did not have one of these capacitors attached to the blower motor, only under the dash next to the steering column.

Dave ]]> 442 fjross http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/18021-71-air-condition.html Retainer loops for wiper fluid hose? http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17980-retainer-loops-wiper-fluid-hose.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 03:04:05 GMT Anybody know who has the small loop retainers that hold the wiper hose against the inner fender well. My Year one book does not describe it the way... Anybody know who has the small loop retainers that hold the wiper hose against the inner fender well. My Year one book does not describe it the way I believe they are, nor could I find them in some online searches.

Thanks ]]> 442 4speedBench http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17980-retainer-loops-wiper-fluid-hose.html W-35 On A Convert.... http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17904-w-35-convert.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:05:02 GMT Hey all,
Recently asked you guy's where to get a trunk lid and spoiler to put on my convertible...purchased from Fusick and all is well until I go to mount the spoiler...no template or instructions for spoiler placement. Fusick answers back and says that the spoiler on converts was dealer installed only and was not a factory installed option?? this was something I had never heard of nor had ever anticipated...does this make sense? If so, am I looking at installing where I think is proper? I have a pretty good feel for where it should go but this caught me by surprise...any help would be appreciated...we are spraying this afternoon.
Scott... ]]> 442 Uly49 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17904-w-35-convert.html 1969 a/c http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17876-1969-c.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:06:48 GMT THIS LOOK AS ORIGINAL? ]]> 442 IDAS 69 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17876-1969-c.html 1966 442 mirror http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17863-1966-442-mirror.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:33:15 GMT Does anybody here know, what type of mirror that is ? It is the driver-side automatic version in my 1966 442 and I really need a passenger-side... Does anybody here know, what type of mirror that is ?

It is the driver-side automatic version in my 1966 442 and I really need a passenger-side to that.

Maybe someone can identify that model, as the "usual" places only show other types of mirrors and I am sure, that the one on the photo is the original...

Please ignore the dirt on the mirror, it is nearly snowing in Austria and that was the last ride this year, before cleaning and storing away..;)

Thank you !
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]]> 442 alexrains http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17863-1966-442-mirror.html Need Help with this Jack http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17849-need-help-jack.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:56:18 GMT Can anyone give me some advice. Is this jack appropriate for a 1970 442 (w-30)? Thanks!! ... Can anyone give me some advice. Is this jack appropriate for a 1970 442 (w-30)?

Thanks!!


http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380175371315&viewitem= &sspagename=STRK%3AMEWAX%3AIT ]]> 442 coltsneckbob http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17849-need-help-jack.html Correct Battery - 72 442? http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17834-correct-battery-72-442-a.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 13:28:57 GMT My 1972 442 has the bigger engine (VIN code U) and it appears to have had a top post battery originally based on the battery cables in the car (which... My 1972 442 has the bigger engine (VIN code U) and it appears to have had a top post battery originally based on the battery cables in the car (which are original). My understanding is that in 72, some came with top post and some came with side post batteries. Since mine appears to be a top post, what is the correct Delco battery that came with it?

charles ]]> 442 72442 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17834-correct-battery-72-442-a.html 71 glove box lamp http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17807-71-glove-box-lamp.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:08:01 GMT I was wondering if anybody could tell me if the glove box lamp should be exposed when you open the glove box door. The lamp that I have has one side... I was wondering if anybody could tell me if the glove box lamp should be exposed when you open the glove box door. The lamp that I have has one side painted black. I thought this was done from the previous owner when he switched the interior from pearl to black. I purchased a second glove box lamp and noticed that the back side is also painted black. The assembly manual shows the lamp being installed with what would be the black painted face toward the glove box side which doesn't make sense. I assumed that they blacked out the one side of the lamp so that the light did not reflect light inside the back side of the dash.

Dave ]]> 442 fjross http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17807-71-glove-box-lamp.html Carberator losing prime http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17694-carberator-losing-prime.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:19:02 GMT If left setting over 3 days, I must prime the carberator to start the engine. It is a 1972 350 with a Quarajet. Is this most likely a check... If left setting over 3 days, I must prime the carberator to start the engine. It is a 1972 350 with a Quarajet.

Is this most likely a check valve in the fuel pump or in the carberator itself? ]]> 442 Sam Barrett http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17694-carberator-losing-prime.html Hood hinges/springs question http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17655-hood-hinges-springs-question.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 14:16:16 GMT Hi, Does anyone know if the hood hinges and/or springs for 1970 OAI fiberglass hood are different than a standard metal hood? I suspect same... Hi,
Does anyone know if the hood hinges and/or springs for 1970 OAI fiberglass hood are different than a standard metal hood? I suspect same hinges but maybe different springs but not sure.

Thanks,
Richard. ]]> 442 442 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17655-hood-hinges-springs-question.html Demolition Man - 1970 Olds 442 red w/ black stripes http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17643-demolition-man-1970-olds-442-red-w-black-stripes.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 23:26:45 GMT Just wanted to let you guys know the 1970 Olds 442 red w/ black stripes in the movie Demolition Man with Sylvester Stallone, Wesley Snipes & Sandra Bullock kicked butt. Movie not so hot, but the car needs to be in more movies. ]]> 442 Ice http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/442/17643-demolition-man-1970-olds-442-red-w-black-stripes.html