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ClassicOldsmobile.com - General Questions http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:33:54 GMT vBulletin 60 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg ClassicOldsmobile.com - General Questions http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums No build sheet http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/18136-no-build-sheet.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:02:13 GMT I just picked up a '72 Cutlass 350, is there any way of confirming the original options on this vehicle...it comes with front disc brakes, center console, remote mirror, 442 tags, boxed rearend, sway bars, 8 track, wood grain dash etc...just don't know if their original or not. ]]> General Questions ozbie http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/18136-no-build-sheet.html pinion gear for the rear http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/18086-pinion-gear-rear.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:37:53 GMT Hey gang,

I'm pulling my rear apart to clean it,paint it, and replace the ring and pinion. I have not done this in about 17 years and can't remember how the pinion gear comes out of the housing. Do I use a special tool to pull it out? Drawing a blank. :confused: Thanks guys and gals. Vinny ]]> General Questions Vinny72olds http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/18086-pinion-gear-rear.html big block sm block a/c brackets http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/18044-big-block-sm-block-c-brackets.html Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:16:44 GMT can anyone tell me are the a/c compressors different from sm block to big block. And how about the mounting brackets. Does any aftermarket company... can anyone tell me are the a/c compressors different from sm block to big block. And how about the mounting brackets. Does any aftermarket company sell the mounting bracket? ]]> General Questions NEWOLDSMAN http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/18044-big-block-sm-block-c-brackets.html SPEEDOMETER CABLE http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/18019-speedometer-cable.html Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:20:51 GMT Does anyone know a company where I can order a new speedo cable for my 69 - 98? I had read on a thread that a canadian company made them but never... Does anyone know a company where I can order a new speedo cable for my 69 - 98? I had read on a thread that a canadian company made them but never got a name. does anybody have a possible name? ]]> General Questions wolfman98 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/18019-speedometer-cable.html <![CDATA[friend's 71 442 W30 blew something last night]]> http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17996-friends-71-442-w30-blew-something-last-night.html Sun, 15 Nov 2009 15:13:43 GMT (70 455) in the cooling system, on the highway at about 75-80 miles per hour, coolant sprayed out from under the car heavily while temp jumped to... (70 455)

in the cooling system, on the highway at about 75-80 miles per hour, coolant sprayed out from under the car heavily while temp jumped to H

rebuilt 455, A/C, this may be the second time if a freeze plug again

new water pump, new 4 core rad, fan clutch, overflow bottle

radiator cap was loose after all this

car usually runs at halfway on temp guage, over 65 is 3/4, 75 plus over 3/4

where should he look 1st??? ]]> General Questions jeffreyalman http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17996-friends-71-442-w30-blew-something-last-night.html 330 to 455 component swap http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17972-330-455-component-swap.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:27:01 GMT I am swapping out the 330 in my 1965 Olds Wagon for a 1970 455 and need some information on the interchangeability of the front brackets that mount... I am swapping out the 330 in my 1965 Olds Wagon for a 1970 455 and need some information on the interchangeability of the front brackets that mount the A/C compressor, alternator, power steering and motor mounts from the 330 to the 455. The 455 is basiclly a long block and has no accessories on it.
I have seached the forums and the internet for the answer but have not really found one that fits my question. Can I use the existing 330 brackets or do I have to buy different ones for the 455? I plan on running aftermarket intake, headers, carb and distributor so that is all taken care of. Any HELP you all could throw my way would be greatly appreciated. ]]> General Questions OldGuy http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17972-330-455-component-swap.html Similar years to the 1969 Cutlass Supreme Holiday Hartop for finding parts? http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17929-similar-years-1969-cutlass-supreme-holiday-hartop-finding-parts.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 15:49:35 GMT Does anyone know if 1969 Cutlass Supreme can be also found under other year models of the same car for parts finding purposes? Does anyone know if 1969 Cutlass Supreme can be also found under other year models of the same car for parts finding purposes? ]]> General Questions allwood2006 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17929-similar-years-1969-cutlass-supreme-holiday-hartop-finding-parts.html SPEEDO NEEDLE http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17925-speedo-needle.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 13:01:54 GMT cancel cancel ]]> General Questions wolfman98 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17925-speedo-needle.html 1969 98 exhaust http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17894-1969-98-exhaust.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:19:28 GMT So I am changing over from single to duel exhaust. I ordered the manifolds (left and right) from Thorntons and will be getting mufflers either from... So I am changing over from single to duel exhaust. I ordered the manifolds (left and right) from Thorntons and will be getting mufflers either from Flowmaster or Megaflow( toss up right now ). The question on the exhaust is does it run straight back from both manifolds to exit the rear? I have seen some exhaust job pics on different threads but always on Cutlass' or 442's etc and they always run from manifolds to X crossover then to mufflers.But the full size 98 may be different? I want to improve the performance of the car by adding the duel exhaust , I just put an aftermarket air cleaner on the rebuilt carb and took it out for a run and it works better. On the highway once in high gear she was really pulling strong til I hit around 100mph then the speedometer needle started going haywire bouncing back and forth from 0 - 120 four or five times and the needle broke off:(
I guess problem 2 is going to be getting a new speedo cable and fixing the needle. I have no idea about how to fix the needle part of this problem but I did read on a thread about a company here in Canada that makes speedo cables. Anyone know who that is? And anyone know what I need to fix the needle? ]]> General Questions wolfman98 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17894-1969-98-exhaust.html tire size for 1969 olds 98 http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17881-tire-size-1969-olds-98-a.html Tue, 10 Nov 2009 02:33:49 GMT I have been looking around the Internet for some sizes of wheels/tires for my car, but I am not sure if I have it right. What I am considering is 18" Foose Nitrous wheels with 255/45/18 Nitto 555 tires. After looking and figuring, I believe that size will work, but I am not sure and would like to defer to the more experienced here.

What about it? Is that a proper size, or do I have it wrong? ]]> General Questions wjustinmartin http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17881-tire-size-1969-olds-98-a.html Where to get 67 Cutlass fender moulding fastners ? http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17845-where-get-67-cutlass-fender-moulding-fastners.html Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:42:05 GMT Does anyone know Where to get 67 Cutlass fender moulding fastners ?
I looked at all the venders and don't see them

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]]> General Questions squirell http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17845-where-get-67-cutlass-fender-moulding-fastners.html Why are 57-62 Turn Signal switches so rare? http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17832-why-57-62-turn-signal-switches-so-rare.html Sun, 08 Nov 2009 07:37:00 GMT Was researching the availability of the turn signal switch for my 61 Olds 88, the only one I found was 250.00!!!. Whats the deal.? Then I find one... Was researching the availability of the turn signal switch for my 61 Olds 88, the only one I found was 250.00!!!. Whats the deal.? Then I find one for a 63 88 for 19.00 delivered on Ebay (so I bought it) I think I can make it work if I get a 63 Pigtail, or I'll just give it to Joel since one of his drivers is a 63 88. ]]> General Questions NAS Backyard http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17832-why-57-62-turn-signal-switches-so-rare.html Cowl Tag info please http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17746-cowl-tag-info-please.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:45:45 GMT Trying to sort out the cowl tag on my 67 Cultass Supreme Conv.Got most of the stuff I need from the Oldsmobility site.
Couple of things I can't figure out.

1)Trim code is 988-B. 988 = yellow and I assume bucket seats as apparently 67 bench seats didn't come in yellow. What does the "B" stand for?
2) Paint Code is Y-6. Y = Yellow. What is the "6"
3) The last code, which is stamped below the trim code,is " W 2E "
No idea what that is.
Pretty weird that my trim looks like yellow painted over Parchment when its a yellow trim car.

Is there a way to tell from the numbers what colour the top was when it rolled off the assembly line...or is that what the "6" is?

All assistance gratefully appreciated as always. ]]> General Questions Col Wickham http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17746-cowl-tag-info-please.html Modern paint code ? http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17715-modern-paint-code.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:46:47 GMT I am having my 67 Cutlass painted. My paint code is ...S-2....Champange Iridescent My body shop looked in there paint computer and cant find the... I am having my 67 Cutlass painted.
My paint code is ...S-2....Champange Iridescent
My body shop looked in there paint computer and cant find the color.
How can I find the correct recipe ?

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]]> General Questions squirell http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17715-modern-paint-code.html Heater Core http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17688-heater-core.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 23:28:24 GMT Trying to figure out what it takes to get to the heater core on my '62 Starfire. Tried from the firewall side, no luck there, just made a mess out of all the vacuum lines. Tried to get to it from under the dash, and could not figure out how to get past the plastic ductwork. Do I have to pull the entire dashboard out? If so, how do I go about that without tearing anything up? Any help out there? :confused: ]]> General Questions 62 Starfire http://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/general-questions/17688-heater-core.html