A newbie says...
October 23rd, 2009, 03:35 PM
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A newbie says...
Hello and thanks !
I've been lurking for a while and want to say 'Thanks' for the info I've learned here. This site has been an invaluable resource!
I figured I'd better become 'legit'
since I am beginning the complete restoration of my '68 Cutlass S convertible.
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I am the 3rd owner...bought it back in the mid-80's. Its a numbers matching 350 4bbl w/ a JetAway, has several options & is still its original Provincial white w/ Garnet guts.
This was my daily driver for several years....until ~ 18 years ago. It was hit while parked, so I threw it in a barn with the idea that some day...some day I'd be able to resurrect it. Well, that time has come.
I hope to learn more & contribute what I can.....
I've been lurking for a while and want to say 'Thanks' for the info I've learned here. This site has been an invaluable resource!
I figured I'd better become 'legit'
since I am beginning the complete restoration of my '68 Cutlass S convertible.LSideSmClip.jpg
I am the 3rd owner...bought it back in the mid-80's. Its a numbers matching 350 4bbl w/ a JetAway, has several options & is still its original Provincial white w/ Garnet guts.
This was my daily driver for several years....until ~ 18 years ago. It was hit while parked, so I threw it in a barn with the idea that some day...some day I'd be able to resurrect it. Well, that time has come.
I hope to learn more & contribute what I can.....
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October 24th, 2009, 04:35 AM
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Welcome
Looks like you have a nice resto project there. glad to hear that you are going to be putting that beauty on the road again. there is a lot of info on this site and hopefully your project goes smoothly for you.
October 24th, 2009, 06:40 AM
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Welcome aboard!! That's going to be a beautiful ride when your resto's done.I've always loved the 68 Cutlass/442 style. How's the engine,drivetrain and interior? Will you repaint in it's original colour? Keep us up-to-date[with pics]....Derek
October 24th, 2009, 08:15 AM
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Thanks to all for the Welcomes !
Thanks !
Drivetrain is good. Car has 99K on it.
Engine runs great (considering it sat for 18 years). A couple of months ago, I decided to resurrect it. I pulled the plugs, shot some oil in the cyls & spun it by hand..easily. Checked points, changed the fluids, plugs, starter & batt and did some general cleaning/checking. I got out the 18yo gas best I could and added a few gals of fresh. Even with this nasty mix, it fired on the 2nd try. Now it fires instantly & idles nice. Trans works as it always has in all its 2 spd glory...!
Replaced master cyl & a rotted front-to-rear brakeline & took it for a spin...Ahhhhh!
Interior is complete, but worn. Its all coming out and staying dark red (garnet). I am ecstatic that Legendary Interiors (& others?) is now offering what seems to be the correct '68 dark red. '68 dark red was one of the forgotten colors for all of the repro co's for a long time... I need to study this more....
The plan is to keep it as close to factory as possible, although I might swap out the 350/JetAway combo for something else for drivability/fun, but stash it since it is original factory (no's matching) equip.
Should I start a new thread in another section ?
Drivetrain is good. Car has 99K on it.
Engine runs great (considering it sat for 18 years). A couple of months ago, I decided to resurrect it. I pulled the plugs, shot some oil in the cyls & spun it by hand..easily. Checked points, changed the fluids, plugs, starter & batt and did some general cleaning/checking. I got out the 18yo gas best I could and added a few gals of fresh. Even with this nasty mix, it fired on the 2nd try. Now it fires instantly & idles nice. Trans works as it always has in all its 2 spd glory...!
Replaced master cyl & a rotted front-to-rear brakeline & took it for a spin...Ahhhhh!
Interior is complete, but worn. Its all coming out and staying dark red (garnet). I am ecstatic that Legendary Interiors (& others?) is now offering what seems to be the correct '68 dark red. '68 dark red was one of the forgotten colors for all of the repro co's for a long time... I need to study this more....
The plan is to keep it as close to factory as possible, although I might swap out the 350/JetAway combo for something else for drivability/fun, but stash it since it is original factory (no's matching) equip.
Should I start a new thread in another section ?
Welcome to CO
October 26th, 2009, 03:48 PM
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Join Date: Jun 2009
Location: NY
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Oh no not another cutlass
just kidding welcome to the site were a fun bunch with lots of informationI am more impressed everyday at all the olds that are saved and redone.Some cars are less fortunate but have to have a few meet there end to save others.I was curious are you going to try and save that 1/4 or replace it.
just kidding welcome to the site were a fun bunch with lots of informationI am more impressed everyday at all the olds that are saved and redone.Some cars are less fortunate but have to have a few meet there end to save others.I was curious are you going to try and save that 1/4 or replace it.
October 26th, 2009, 06:11 PM
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Figured I better make & maintain a thread about it...
https://classicoldsmobile.com/forums...s-restore.html
Thanks again to all for the welcomes !
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