Hey folks! joined and registered and was notified that the registration was activated.Realize I have to stay in Newbie purgatory for 2 days and 5 posts, but I can't even find a place to post an intro,ask a question or update my profile.[every forum is locked] Likely my fault ,as,like another "newbie" not too good on the computer...HELP! derek

 

You can only post in the newbie section unitl you have posted 5 times. Ask some questions or tell us about your car. You will get responses

 

Thanks Pat, O.K. here goes.Got a 69 red on red post coupe in Dec./08. 400 4-BBL 4-spd. with factory air,buckets,original interior [except carpets] in great shape.Had to fix the original tic toc tach...now working but with a quartz radio replacement from Intricate Instruments.Had to fix the horn spring assembly...sure has a wussy bleat though!Was missing the washer pump...put in a basic G.M. one from a wreck.Drivers side floor pan had some holes.Just got it replaced...looks great[pics will follow]. Spent Saturday pulling all the seat belts[rear ones had never seen light!] Cleaned them as per this sites suggestions.Pulled rear glass[butyl had spread] ...cleaned it and the interior trim with mineral spirits and a ton of rags and elbow grease!Using this site's search feature has already helped a lot with suggestions...next is dying/painting that trim. Derek

 

So being new,do you have to wait for replies to each post,or can one send another with questions or more info in order to a}introduce one's self and car and b}get to the magic 5 ? thankyou, derek

 

Got 3 so maybe this works. VIN

 

Sorry!!VIN is 344779M424109, Cowl tag is 33677LAN424259, Block is 396026G, Fischer tag is ST 69 TR935 06C 52 52 890. Lost a whole post to cyberspace with a lot more info and work done to date. Will return with pics and questions. Sorry again for the above blunder. thanks ,derek

 

Anyone have suggetions about possible tranny replacements? Traced back the car to 2nd last owner who had replaced trans with a Borg Warner T=10. We're going to pull it to reseal but if it has any "issues" what do you guys recommend? Haven't had it out for a good run as we're even today,getting hammered by a blizzard!! Not totally into originality, as it will be a non-winter driver,it's not going to be sold and it'll get handed down to my son...who really doesn't get or deserve the whole Olds thing anyway!

 

Find a rebuilt Muncie M-20/M-21/M-22. Unless you are looking to put a 5 speed or overdrive in it to make it a better long distance cruiser.

 

I kind of like here in newbie heaven...losts of interesting questions and info feedback...could just get rid of all those other forums and cut down on all the search time

 

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The only problem with staying in the nebie forum too long is Q&A's aren't in the propper sections.

You'll be able to navigate soon.

 

I went with a 5 speed in my 48. Just wanted that extra gear for hi-way cruising. Not a bad idea but they are expensive. Sounds like you have a nice ride