1970 442 W-30 project
January 1st, 2013, 08:41 AM
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1970 442 W-30 project
I am starting my rebuild of my 442 W-30 that I bought back in November 2012. I sold this car in 2003 and the guy called me to see if I wanted to buy it back so I did. I didn't waste any time so I started tearing it apart to restore it. Unfortunately it does not have the original motor or trans but I am OK with that. I will search for the parts later. (If anyone has W-30 parts they want to get rid of let me know.)
I took the body off the frame and starting there. Hopefully by spring I can have a completed rolling chassis. The interior is going to a local shop in a week or so. I might have some questions regarding this rebuild so hopefully I can find some help. Like who has the best stock aftermarket parts at a good price? Is there a good restoration book out there for a w30?
I took the body off the frame and starting there. Hopefully by spring I can have a completed rolling chassis. The interior is going to a local shop in a week or so. I might have some questions regarding this rebuild so hopefully I can find some help. Like who has the best stock aftermarket parts at a good price? Is there a good restoration book out there for a w30?
January 2nd, 2013, 01:02 PM
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Looks like a great project. solid car to start with. I think the assembly manual is the best book to have. You can download them at wildaboutcars. http://wildaboutcarsonline.com/cgi-b...aldisplayed=50
I plan to start on my chassis this year also.
I plan to start on my chassis this year also.
January 13th, 2013, 05:15 AM
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I have the frame at the powdercoater which is done and I have to pick up along with some other parts. Motor is tore down and cleaned. Now I need to reassemble it and detail. I will have the frame back tomorrow so I can start reassembly of that too. In a couple months it will be going to the body shop for its makeover. Sold the W31 so that should help with the funds a little.
January 13th, 2013, 07:39 AM
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Do some searching on this site, the typical place guys Get Olds specific parts from are in no particular order
Fusicks
The Parts Place
Tamraz
Supercars Unlimited
ILT
Then there are the larger companies like Year One and Original Parts Group but there are also a lot of specific manufactures like Legendary Auto Interiors who everyone will say has the best product hands down but you an get really decent interior set cover and parts from the otehr guys a lot cheaper.
I use the Part Place a decent mount as I live near there and they are as competitive with pricing as any. You will hear how good Fusicks and Super cars are with customer service and year one probably has the best return policy.
Ask lots of question many people have gone through recent restorations and know a ton!
January 13th, 2013, 08:26 AM
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Wow that really sucks that you had to sell the W-31! It would have been cool to own a gold W-30 and W-31 at the same time. I think the W-31 is more rear, but I understand your history with the W-30. Hell, if I had a chance to buy back my 65 GTO I sold back in the 90's or even my first car, 71 Cutlass Supreme I would do it in a heartbeat.
Anyway, I noticed you had a pic of your interior with everything removed. If you still have the dual gate still installed, would you mind taking a few close-up shots of it for reference? I know boldsmobile has a post out on dual gate position but it would really be nice to get some more pictures for reference. You don't have to include measurement, but that would be nice, just basically where it's mounted on the floorboards.
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Dave
Anyway, I noticed you had a pic of your interior with everything removed. If you still have the dual gate still installed, would you mind taking a few close-up shots of it for reference? I know boldsmobile has a post out on dual gate position but it would really be nice to get some more pictures for reference. You don't have to include measurement, but that would be nice, just basically where it's mounted on the floorboards.
Thanks,
Dave
January 13th, 2013, 08:35 AM
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It is an LTR. Man that is fun. I like the powder coat because of the durability of it. They (Pro-Finish Powdercoating)(pro-finish.net) have been friends of mine for 15 plus years and they do an excellent job. 30% gloss black so basically a chassis black. He told be after he coated it he took a hammer to it and beat it to make sure it cured well. I kind of wish he didn't tell me that part. The stuff is very strong.
I have been using Parts Place, Year One for the seat covers and Inline Tube for a lot of the parts. The reason for Year One seat covers is that the guy bought the door panels and everything from them so I figured I better stay with them. Price was the same. I bought a few interior and misc stuff from The Parts place. They have been good to deal with so far. Inline Tube has been excellent to deal with.
January 13th, 2013, 09:10 AM
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It is an LTR. Man that is fun. I like the powder coat because of the durability of it. They (Pro-Finish Powdercoating)(pro-finish.net) have been friends of mine for 15 plus years and they do an excellent job. 30% gloss black so basically a chassis black. He told be after he coated it he took a hammer to it and beat it to make sure it cured well. I kind of wish he didn't tell me that part. The stuff is very strong.
January 13th, 2013, 09:43 AM
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Anyway, I noticed you had a pic of your interior with everything removed. If you still have the dual gate still installed, would you mind taking a few close-up shots of it for reference? I know boldsmobile has a post out on dual gate position but it would really be nice to get some more pictures for reference. You don't have to include measurement, but that would be nice, just basically where it's mounted on the floorboards.
Thanks,
Dave
Thanks,
Dave
January 13th, 2013, 02:34 PM
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Scott, great looking car to start with. The way you are going at it I am sure it will be very nice. One suggestion on parts is to look on ebay. I just purchased a dual gate from The Parts Place that I am sure I could have purchased the identical one from them on eBay 15 percent less. Just sayin check all sources.
January 13th, 2013, 03:07 PM
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Sampson is correct, sometimes The Parts Place puts stuff on eBay a little bit cheaper. They have a complete rallye pack gauge setup for $509 for everything, and if you price it out its about $50 cheaper.
January 14th, 2013, 07:43 PM
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Frame is back from the powdercoater. Looks awesome. Been waiting on box # 4 of 4 from Inlinetube. It was supposed to be here last Friday but I tracked it and FedEX returned it because it was damaged. I got a call from Inlinetube today and they said FedEX exploded two paint cans inside the box. All my parts were blue. Oh well, at least my frame is all chassis black.
January 15th, 2013, 05:38 AM
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January 25th, 2013, 12:33 PM
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Hi Scott,
Looks like you are making great progress. I found Ground up is a good source for a few GM A body cross over parts. Cheaper than some of the Olds venders.
http://www.ss396.com/chevelle_64-72.htm
Craig
Looks like you are making great progress. I found Ground up is a good source for a few GM A body cross over parts. Cheaper than some of the Olds venders.
http://www.ss396.com/chevelle_64-72.htm
Craig
February 1st, 2013, 10:22 AM
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Wow that really sucks that you had to sell the W-31! It would have been cool to own a gold W-30 and W-31 at the same time. I think the W-31 is more rear, but I understand your history with the W-30. Hell, if I had a chance to buy back my 65 GTO I sold back in the 90's or even my first car, 71 Cutlass Supreme I would do it in a heartbeat.
Anyway, I noticed you had a pic of your interior with everything removed. If you still have the dual gate still installed, would you mind taking a few close-up shots of it for reference? I know boldsmobile has a post out on dual gate position but it would really be nice to get some more pictures for reference. You don't have to include measurement, but that would be nice, just basically where it's mounted on the floorboards.
Thanks,
Dave
Anyway, I noticed you had a pic of your interior with everything removed. If you still have the dual gate still installed, would you mind taking a few close-up shots of it for reference? I know boldsmobile has a post out on dual gate position but it would really be nice to get some more pictures for reference. You don't have to include measurement, but that would be nice, just basically where it's mounted on the floorboards.
Thanks,
Dave
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February 10th, 2013, 05:03 AM
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I went with PUI but that is why they are almost done. I am having an issue with one of the seats. You can see in the picture the lines are different. I have to call them to see what they are going to do about it. The reason I went with them is because the door panels and everything else was already bought thru PUI. I will see how they are going to handle this.
February 14th, 2013, 09:36 AM
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Called YearOne who sold me the PUI seat covers and they said they will ship out a new pair ASAP. When I am done with the installation I am to send the defective covers back. That was easy.
February 15th, 2013, 02:13 AM
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Got the rearend in that I bought from Brian. I am thinking it will go to the body man soon. Can't wait.
February 17th, 2013, 06:21 AM
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Real nice! A lot of detail and work here! Good luck wit the body man. I am ready for the body shop with mine and he keeps putting me off. Hard to be patient when you are getting this close. Good job on a nice car.
