69Chrgr

Looking for a useable road draft tube for a 55 Olds 98 with a 324 V8. PM me or call my cell if you have one for sale. 972-921-1470.

Thanks
Darren

2blu442

Hi Darren
I've got a core 1954 324 engine that has the draft tube on it. I don't know if its the same as what was used on the 1955 but I can take some photos of it this afternoon for you to check out.
John

69Chrgr

That would be great! Thank you!

redoldsman

The draft tube should be the same for 54 and 55.

69Chrgr

Thanks redoldsman. With stock gearing, and tire size, what would be your estimated RPM at 70 mph? I've read that these cars had anywhere from 3.23 to 3.42 rear gear ratios.

redoldsman

At 70mph my 54 is running about 3,000 rpm's. I think it has 3:36 gear ratio but I am going off memory.

69Chrgr

Thanks redoldsman. That would explain only seeing oil leaking I suppose when he is running down the highway without a draft tube.

2blu442

Here's pictures of the one I have. It is off a 1954 324 that had a slant pan transmission attached to it. I removed it last summer but still have the bolts. Its pretty covered with oil but where its scraped off the metal looks good not rusty. The filter at the end needs a serious bath! Let me know if you need any measurements or close-ups of any areas to determine if this is what you need. If your interested send me a PM or email with your address and I'll get a price including shipping for you. John

69Chrgr

Thank you but it looks like I found one. If it doesn’t look good I’ll be in touch though!

Thanks Again
Darren

redoldsman

That is the heavy duty one. 69Chrgr I will tell you that you can't buy from a better person than 2blu442 (John). His prices are reasonable and his parts are good.

69Chrgr

Thanks redoldsman. Unfortunately I have already paid for the one in Arkansas, however if it's not suitable I'll definitely go with 2blu442's. Now I need to find a gasket, if not I guess I have to make one.

redoldsman

That is a pretty easy gasket to make. You won't find one without buying a complete engine overhaul set.