optimus

hello everyone i am new to classic oldsmobile but glad to be part of it hope to talk to you soon

Allan R

Welcome to C.O. Optimus! Cool name, almost an 'optimist'. Bring us up to date with yourself and your car(s).

oldcutlass

Welcome, do tell!

optimus

i have a 67 olds f-85 with a 330 not sure if it is a high compression 330 or not with a powerglide tranny

Allan R

You can find out by checking the engine identification. I'm attaching a link to the Wild About Cars website (it's free to join and share). Look on page 0-4 of the manual to find engine ID's. http://wildaboutcarsonline.com/membe..._Section_0.pdf
If you look at the identification section, there's a highlighted picture showing the engine stamping pad that will help you identify the engine. Based on the letters/numbers that will tell you if it's high or low compression. If you have any trouble with this, just post the info and we'll get back to you. If you want your cowl tag decoded, post it on this site and we'll also get you that info.

I'll help you out with another thing before anyone jumps on you. The 2 speed Olds tranny was called the "Jetaway" not powerglide.

optimus

ok thanks i will get back to u on that

optimus

ok i have the number to identify the motor but i need help to understand what they mean so here is the number cowl tag

67-33407 fra 3147 body E
910-a paint KK
2x st tr
4m 5m
number off motor by cylinder head is w524889
engine # 394417 3

Allan R

67 - model year 1967
334 - f85 standard v8
07 - body style = 2 door sedan
body E - Build in Linden New Jersey
910 - trim = Black bench seat
Paint - KK (upper/lower color) = Ocean mist upper/lower
not sure what your have with the 2x and 4m 5m. Can you post a pic of that cowl tag?

Engine w code would indicate a late 66 production year for early intro to 67
524889 would indicate high compression 330 2bbl

optimus

thanks for the help