New Olds Guy in Columbus, Ohio
February 25th, 2013, 11:11 AM
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New Olds Guy in Columbus, Ohio
Hi...I guess it's time I stop lurking here and at least introduce myself 
. My name is Kris and I picked up my dream ride (at least it will be when I'm finished with it) about a year ago. My wife HATES it, but then that just means more drive time for me, 
. I love this site and hope to be able to contribute whilst I continue to soak up the knowledge ('cause I'm pretty green).
Kris
Also: If anyone can recommend any good shops in my area to get work done (trans, bodywork, paint, brakes etc ) , the help/input would be greatly appreciated (as I mentioned I'm a noobie).
. My name is Kris and I picked up my dream ride (at least it will be when I'm finished with it) about a year ago. My wife HATES it, but then that just means more drive time for me, . I love this site and hope to be able to contribute whilst I continue to soak up the knowledge ('cause I'm pretty green). Kris
Also: If anyone can recommend any good shops in my area to get work done (trans, bodywork, paint, brakes etc ) , the help/input would be greatly appreciated (as I mentioned I'm a noobie).
February 25th, 2013, 11:27 AM
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Try this fellow:
http://www.manta.com/c/mmskd1y/stephen-hunkins
He's been involved in the old car hobby for many years and runs his own auto restoration business that was originally started by his father. He's been the president of the Mid-Ohio chapter of the OCA for many years, and he's done work for several of the members, even to the point of transporting one of their cars on his own rig to the Oldsmobile 100th anniversary show back 1997. I know him personally, and I couldn't possibly recommend somebody more highly.
P.S. Your wife actually "hates" your car? She's not just indifferent the way mine often is? What does she do, spit on it whenever she walks by? Is that why it's so shiny? Because you're always wiping off the spit?
http://www.manta.com/c/mmskd1y/stephen-hunkins
He's been involved in the old car hobby for many years and runs his own auto restoration business that was originally started by his father. He's been the president of the Mid-Ohio chapter of the OCA for many years, and he's done work for several of the members, even to the point of transporting one of their cars on his own rig to the Oldsmobile 100th anniversary show back 1997. I know him personally, and I couldn't possibly recommend somebody more highly.
P.S. Your wife actually "hates" your car? She's not just indifferent the way mine often is? What does she do, spit on it whenever she walks by? Is that why it's so shiny? Because you're always wiping off the spit?
February 25th, 2013, 11:38 AM
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Kris,
Welcome to C.O.
Seems we have a lot of 'lurkers' finally coming out of the wood work. That's great because now you can post and we can see what you're up to.
Kudo's to you for posting a pic of your car without anyone asking. That' usually a favorite for us, so by all means don't be shy about posting more of them. If you've been lurking, you know we love Olds pics.
re: work on the car? It looks to be in really nice condition based on the single pic. Things like brakes aren't that hard to do, and getting your hands dirty on the car is also a great way to save $$$ and learn about your car.
Be careful about how much time and $$$ you devote to your car instead of the wife. If she already hates the car it's a slippery slope my friend. Just curious though, why does she hate it? She not a wind in the hair type of girl or just doesn't like to drive fast?
Welcome to C.O.
Seems we have a lot of 'lurkers' finally coming out of the wood work. That's great because now you can post and we can see what you're up to.
Kudo's to you for posting a pic of your car without anyone asking. That' usually a favorite for us, so by all means don't be shy about posting more of them. If you've been lurking, you know we love Olds pics.
re: work on the car? It looks to be in really nice condition based on the single pic. Things like brakes aren't that hard to do, and getting your hands dirty on the car is also a great way to save $$$ and learn about your car.
Be careful about how much time and $$$ you devote to your car instead of the wife. If she already hates the car it's a slippery slope my friend. Just curious though, why does she hate it? She not a wind in the hair type of girl or just doesn't like to drive fast?
February 25th, 2013, 11:44 AM
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Try this fellow:
http://www.manta.com/c/mmskd1y/stephen-hunkins
He's been involved in the old car hobby for many years and runs his own auto restoration business that was originally started by his father. He's been the president of the Mid-Ohio chapter of the OCA for many years, and he's done work for several of the members, even to the point of transporting one of their cars on his own rig to the Oldsmobile 100th anniversary show back 1997. I know him personally, and I couldn't possibly recommend somebody more highly.
P.S. Your wife actually "hates" your car? She's not just indifferent the way mine often is? What does she do, spit on it whenever she walks by? Is that why it's so shiny? Because you're always wiping off the spit?
http://www.manta.com/c/mmskd1y/stephen-hunkins
He's been involved in the old car hobby for many years and runs his own auto restoration business that was originally started by his father. He's been the president of the Mid-Ohio chapter of the OCA for many years, and he's done work for several of the members, even to the point of transporting one of their cars on his own rig to the Oldsmobile 100th anniversary show back 1997. I know him personally, and I couldn't possibly recommend somebody more highly.
P.S. Your wife actually "hates" your car? She's not just indifferent the way mine often is? What does she do, spit on it whenever she walks by? Is that why it's so shiny? Because you're always wiping off the spit?
Thanks for the lead. I'll have to check him out in a couple of weeks when the weather is a little nicer and more predictable.
Nah, nothing so severe. When I was searching for my car, I showed her a few different GM convertible classics. Even though I knew what I wanted, I just wanted to prepare her for the era car I was talking about. She had her heart set on me getting a 69 convertible camaro that would need no work or paint. But since that's not what I wanted and funds would not permit a restored classic. I got the year and model I wanted and figured I would slowly make it into the dream...while I listen to her complain about the color (even I'm not a big fan of the brown) and gripe about how loud the flowmasters are
Kris
February 25th, 2013, 11:56 AM
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LOL, I guess instead of pictures on ebay I should have shown her some video and insist she check out a couple more of the local car shows. I think the biggest thing is she would have liked a fully restored ride, not the driver that needs a little work.
And yeah, I'm trying to gauge how much work I can do on my own...I actually bought a front disc brake setup from a CO member, but knowing my Greeness and the importance of actually being able to stop the car am a little leary of doing the drum-to-disc thing on my own.
February 25th, 2013, 12:03 PM
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Cool, a wife that'll get under the hood and tinker with you. I'm sure my wife will come around with time and progress on the car, even though I don't think she'll ever be the tinkering sort.
February 25th, 2013, 12:17 PM
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Welcome to our site, fellow Buckeye Kris!! Congrats on getting the car you wanted. Can't beat an Olds. My husband doesn't hate Teepo (The Prettiest One), but he sure is jealous of her and all the time I spend with her, lol!
Congrats on getting the car you wanted. Can't beat an Olds. My husband doesn't hate Teepo (The Prettiest One), but he sure is jealous of her and all the time I spend with her, lol!
February 25th, 2013, 12:17 PM
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Kris,
Welcome to C.O.
Seems we have a lot of 'lurkers' finally coming out of the wood work. That's great because now you can post and we can see what you're up to.
Kudo's to you for posting a pic of your car without anyone asking. That' usually a favorite for us, so by all means don't be shy about posting more of them. If you've been lurking, you know we love Olds pics.
re: work on the car? It looks to be in really nice condition based on the single pic. Things like brakes aren't that hard to do, and getting your hands dirty on the car is also a great way to save $$$ and learn about your car.
Be careful about how much time and $$$ you devote to your car instead of the wife. If she already hates the car it's a slippery slope my friend. Just curious though, why does she hate it? She not a wind in the hair type of girl or just doesn't like to drive fast?
Welcome to C.O.
Seems we have a lot of 'lurkers' finally coming out of the wood work. That's great because now you can post and we can see what you're up to.
Kudo's to you for posting a pic of your car without anyone asking. That' usually a favorite for us, so by all means don't be shy about posting more of them. If you've been lurking, you know we love Olds pics.
re: work on the car? It looks to be in really nice condition based on the single pic. Things like brakes aren't that hard to do, and getting your hands dirty on the car is also a great way to save $$$ and learn about your car.
Be careful about how much time and $$$ you devote to your car instead of the wife. If she already hates the car it's a slippery slope my friend. Just curious though, why does she hate it? She not a wind in the hair type of girl or just doesn't like to drive fast?
Thanks for the advice...I know the slippery slope. I won't neglect my wife, plus I don't have crazy money to spend so I'm just doing a little at a time.
The car is in driver form right now, it's got a few rust spots here and there, needs the carb tuned, needs a new top, and I'd like to upgrade the transmission to a 200-4r, rear end to posi 3.42 and disc, new paint, I'll stop now and won't even think of the "might as wells" (I'm making myself feel both poor and tired thinking of my to do list
. )Kris
February 25th, 2013, 12:30 PM
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Thanks cutlassgal,
The buckeye welcome is appreciated here in Buckeye central
. My wife isn't jealous yet and I aim to keep it that way...or at least try LOL.
February 25th, 2013, 02:02 PM
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Smart plan. Might be an idea to create a separate account that you just use for the car so it doesn't rob the household account when you need staples.
The car is in driver form right now, it's got a few rust spots here and there, needs the carb tuned, needs a new top, and I'd like to upgrade the transmission to a 200-4r, rear end to posi 3.42 and disc, new paint, I'll stop now and won't even think of the "might as wells"
Good news on the 200R4 - it's a direct bolt up to your 350 and the tailshaft is the right length too. Get one from the wrecker now while they're cheap and easy to get.
3.42 rear end? Maybe re-think that. I just did my 72 with 3.42 last fall. Original plan was 3.23. What I've got now will be fast off the line but higher rpms even for city driving. But if you're going with a 200R4, the trans gearing will already give you an advantage on the low and high end. Have you thought about 3.08? Good mid range gear that give a balance between performance and economy. The standard axle for 71 CS was 2.56 which is a slug off the line but great on the highway. Most have the 2.73 axle though.
Beware of MAW's. They are insidious devils that never seem to be satiated. I have fallen victim to the lil buggers on many an occasion.
February 25th, 2013, 03:37 PM
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Welcome!
It's been 20+ years since I've been to any events in Ohio, but the Olds Clubs out that way were always tremendous. I hope they've kept it up. If you haven't already done so, be sure to look them up.
Welcome!
Welcome!
February 26th, 2013, 04:44 AM
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Both are easy fixes. What color do you visualize the car in? John's 72 4 door is Viking Blue IIRC.
Smart plan. Might be an idea to create a separate account that you just use for the car so it doesn't rob the household account when you need staples.
Driver's are fun cars. If you have just some small rust spots and you're going to change the color anyway, sand down the rust areas and use some rust encapsulator for temporary relief, then use a good filler, smooth out, prime and paint a close match to existing. When you get the $$$ or skills to do the work on the body/paint then the temp fixes can be replaced with proper metal patches.
Good news on the 200R4 - it's a direct bolt up to your 350 and the tailshaft is the right length too. Get one from the wrecker now while they're cheap and easy to get.
3.42 rear end? Maybe re-think that. I just did my 72 with 3.42 last fall. Original plan was 3.23. What I've got now will be fast off the line but higher rpms even for city driving. But if you're going with a 200R4, the trans gearing will already give you an advantage on the low and high end. Have you thought about 3.08? Good mid range gear that give a balance between performance and economy. The standard axle for 71 CS was 2.56 which is a slug off the line but great on the highway. Most have the 2.73 axle though.
Beware of MAW's. They are insidious devils that never seem to be satiated. I have fallen victim to the lil buggers on many an occasion.
Smart plan. Might be an idea to create a separate account that you just use for the car so it doesn't rob the household account when you need staples.
Driver's are fun cars. If you have just some small rust spots and you're going to change the color anyway, sand down the rust areas and use some rust encapsulator for temporary relief, then use a good filler, smooth out, prime and paint a close match to existing. When you get the $$$ or skills to do the work on the body/paint then the temp fixes can be replaced with proper metal patches.
Good news on the 200R4 - it's a direct bolt up to your 350 and the tailshaft is the right length too. Get one from the wrecker now while they're cheap and easy to get.
3.42 rear end? Maybe re-think that. I just did my 72 with 3.42 last fall. Original plan was 3.23. What I've got now will be fast off the line but higher rpms even for city driving. But if you're going with a 200R4, the trans gearing will already give you an advantage on the low and high end. Have you thought about 3.08? Good mid range gear that give a balance between performance and economy. The standard axle for 71 CS was 2.56 which is a slug off the line but great on the highway. Most have the 2.73 axle though.
Beware of MAW's. They are insidious devils that never seem to be satiated. I have fallen victim to the lil buggers on many an occasion.
, but...I'll keep dreaming and not break the bank.Thanks for the advice...I will definitely consider a seperate hobby/car Bank account.
I'll check the local wreckers for a good core trans (Craigslist here is dry).
Hmm...I thought that the 3.42 with 200r4 would give me a pretty good performance/economy ratio. With gas hovering between 3.50 and 4.00, maybe consider a little less seat of my pants and keep a little more cash in my pocket
.Oh, and thanks for the warm CO welcome, and any around Columbus, I hope to see you around.
February 26th, 2013, 06:07 AM
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Kris,
Welcome to the site.... It's always good to have new people join and it took me 23 years (after kids moved out! lol) to find another 67 cutlass like I had when was younger. Enjoy your cutlass and if there is any advice you need there are alot of good people with the knowledge to help you out....
John
Welcome to the site.... It's always good to have new people join and it took me 23 years (after kids moved out! lol) to find another 67 cutlass like I had when was younger. Enjoy your cutlass and if there is any advice you need there are alot of good people with the knowledge to help you out....
John
February 27th, 2013, 04:22 PM
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Hi...I guess it's time I stop lurking here and at least introduce myself . My name is Kris and I picked up my dream ride (at least it will be when I'm finished with it) about a year ago. My wife HATES it, but then that just means more drive time for me, . I love this site and hope to be able to contribute whilst I continue to soak up the knowledge ('cause I'm pretty green).
Kris
Also: If anyone can recommend any good shops in my area to get work done (trans, bodywork, paint, brakes etc ) , the help/input would be greatly appreciated (as I mentioned I'm a noobie).
. My name is Kris and I picked up my dream ride (at least it will be when I'm finished with it) about a year ago. My wife HATES it, but then that just means more drive time for me, . I love this site and hope to be able to contribute whilst I continue to soak up the knowledge ('cause I'm pretty green). Kris
Also: If anyone can recommend any good shops in my area to get work done (trans, bodywork, paint, brakes etc ) , the help/input would be greatly appreciated (as I mentioned I'm a noobie).
Good to hear from you. I think she will dig it once you go to a few shows and cruses go one step at a time on that car and it wont seem like to much work keep the pictures coming!
February 27th, 2013, 04:53 PM
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Welcome to the site Kris!
I know you're looking for those cool performance upgrades, but may I suggest a car/life mod? Bag the Flowmasters. Install a set that sounds cool but doesn't rattle her skull. Heck, you could likely sell the used Flowmasters on eBay to recoup some of the swap cost. Take her for an ice cream run on a nice summer evening with not-so-loud mufflers...she'll come around.
My $0.02. Enjoy your ride.
I know you're looking for those cool performance upgrades, but may I suggest a car/life mod? Bag the Flowmasters. Install a set that sounds cool but doesn't rattle her skull. Heck, you could likely sell the used Flowmasters on eBay to recoup some of the swap cost. Take her for an ice cream run on a nice summer evening with not-so-loud mufflers...she'll come around.
My $0.02. Enjoy your ride.
February 27th, 2013, 05:05 PM
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Welcome to the site Kris!
I know you're looking for those cool performance upgrades, but may I suggest a car/life mod? Bag the Flowmasters. Install a set that sounds cool but doesn't rattle her skull. Heck, you could likely sell the used Flowmasters on eBay to recoup some of the swap cost. Take her for an ice cream run on a nice summer evening with not-so-loud mufflers...she'll come around.
My $0.02. Enjoy your ride.
I know you're looking for those cool performance upgrades, but may I suggest a car/life mod? Bag the Flowmasters. Install a set that sounds cool but doesn't rattle her skull. Heck, you could likely sell the used Flowmasters on eBay to recoup some of the swap cost. Take her for an ice cream run on a nice summer evening with not-so-loud mufflers...she'll come around.
My $0.02. Enjoy your ride.
February 27th, 2013, 06:05 PM
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My wife won't even sit in my '72 any more...it's loud!
Our back-up car/my other toy is an '03 Mercury Marauder with just a set of Magnaflows on it. She says when she needs to drive the car, she feels like she's scaring everyone (I say: "That's the point!"). Hence she doesn't want to drive it and it's gotta go
Sorry for the hijack.....
February 27th, 2013, 06:42 PM
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Gear ratios of the TH350 are: 2.52:1 first, 1.52:1 second, 1:1 third
If you're interested in playing with the gears/tire sizes and trans types, here's a link to the Engine RPM Calculator . You can insert your choices of gears and also final drive for the 200R4 to find out how much a difference it will give you in economy. I was also thinking about the fuel costs and performance fun. As you can see there's a lot of benefit in a 200R4. Not that a TH350 isn't good, it just limits you to choosing rear gears for performance or economy. I would certainly consider a 200R4 in my car since it already has the 3.42 gears.
March 1st, 2013, 04:23 PM
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I know you're looking for those cool performance upgrades, but may I suggest a car/life mod? Bag the Flowmasters. Install a set that sounds cool but doesn't rattle her skull. Heck, you could likely sell the used Flowmasters on eBay to recoup some of the swap cost. Take her for an ice cream run on a nice summer evening with not-so-loud mufflers...she'll come around.
My $0.02. Enjoy your ride.
My $0.02. Enjoy your ride.
)Gear ratios of the 200R4 are: 2.74:1 first, 1.57:1 second, 1:1 third, .67:1 fourth.
Gear ratios of the TH350 are: 2.52:1 first, 1.52:1 second, 1:1 third
If you're interested in playing with the gears/tire sizes and trans types, here's a link to the Engine RPM Calculator . You can insert your choices of gears and also final drive for the 200R4 to find out how much a difference it will give you in economy. I was also thinking about the fuel costs and performance fun. As you can see there's a lot of benefit in a 200R4. Not that a TH350 isn't good, it just limits you to choosing rear gears for performance or economy. I would certainly consider a 200R4 in my car since it already has the 3.42 gears.
Gear ratios of the TH350 are: 2.52:1 first, 1.52:1 second, 1:1 third
If you're interested in playing with the gears/tire sizes and trans types, here's a link to the Engine RPM Calculator . You can insert your choices of gears and also final drive for the 200R4 to find out how much a difference it will give you in economy. I was also thinking about the fuel costs and performance fun. As you can see there's a lot of benefit in a 200R4. Not that a TH350 isn't good, it just limits you to choosing rear gears for performance or economy. I would certainly consider a 200R4 in my car since it already has the 3.42 gears.
March 2nd, 2013, 01:23 AM
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Kris,
Welcome, I just left Columbus. If you're looking for a good mechanic, I highly recommend Tom Wilhelm in Pataskala, I'll dig up his number. He does great work at a very fair price. He re-did my front end and the A/C for me.
Jim
Welcome, I just left Columbus. If you're looking for a good mechanic, I highly recommend Tom Wilhelm in Pataskala, I'll dig up his number. He does great work at a very fair price. He re-did my front end and the A/C for me.
Jim
March 5th, 2013, 05:58 PM
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Good TIP Jim!! (Hey, IF you're new to El Paso and looking for a GREAT Steak; head out to "Cattlemen's Restaurant" it's in TX still, though barely! but it's a working live cattle ranch and they put out the BEST Grub you'll ever come across down there!) "First To Fire!" ADA Motto down there too!
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