New guy from Baltimore, Md with a 71 olds
February 27th, 2012 | 07:48 PM
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New guy from Baltimore, Md with a 71 olds
Hi all,
Looking forward to gaining some much needed knowledge from the olds community. This was the ride I just bought recently outside of Chicago. I bought it in Jan. and am waiting to go pick it up at the end of March. I would say its 75% complete on the restoration to where I want to get it. Of course other in-depth money intensive projects may come later. I would like to get all of the true 442 parts to the car; rear bumper, hood, grille and then get it painted. Need to get the "OLDSMOBILE" trunk letters on the back if anybody knows of where i can get those. I'd also like to hear from some people in Baltimore, Maryland, DC, areas possible hook up and cruise but also for quality shops in the area. I need to get the thing painted, get some chrome redone, and add to the exhaust system. This will be my first attempt at a restoration project so I already know Im over my head but what better way to learn then to drive head first into the deep end. Im also only 26 so I have many years to learn.
Looking forward to gaining some much needed knowledge from the olds community. This was the ride I just bought recently outside of Chicago. I bought it in Jan. and am waiting to go pick it up at the end of March. I would say its 75% complete on the restoration to where I want to get it. Of course other in-depth money intensive projects may come later. I would like to get all of the true 442 parts to the car; rear bumper, hood, grille and then get it painted. Need to get the "OLDSMOBILE" trunk letters on the back if anybody knows of where i can get those. I'd also like to hear from some people in Baltimore, Maryland, DC, areas possible hook up and cruise but also for quality shops in the area. I need to get the thing painted, get some chrome redone, and add to the exhaust system. This will be my first attempt at a restoration project so I already know Im over my head but what better way to learn then to drive head first into the deep end. Im also only 26 so I have many years to learn.
February 27th, 2012 | 08:14 PM
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Just an Olds Guy
Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Edmonton, AB. And "I am Can 'eh' jun - eh"
Welcome to C.O.
Not too often we see the post 442s. If you want the 'true' parts on a 442 the trunk only has 442 numbers. The OLDSMOBILE letters were only for Cutlass Supreme. Hope you enjoy your car when you get it. 26 is a good starting point to learn and build. Good luck with your project
Not too often we see the post 442s. If you want the 'true' parts on a 442 the trunk only has 442 numbers. The OLDSMOBILE letters were only for Cutlass Supreme. Hope you enjoy your car when you get it. 26 is a good starting point to learn and build. Good luck with your project
Fusick's is a great place to get parts for your car. I ordered the "Oldsmobile" trunk letters from them. I think they were around $50 + shipping.
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