Bennyp

Looking for parts for my 1955 Oldsmobile 88 2dr hard top. I need a back window glass, floor pans both left and right side,and front disc brakes conversion kits. If anyone can help even with info thanks.

2blu442

Hi Benny, welcome to the site! Where are you located? I've got the rear glass but that would be a challenge to ship. John

redoldsman

The disk brakes will require the installation of a firewall mounted master cylinder. There are kits available but I am not sure who makes them. I am sure somebody will speak up. The floorpans should be the same for 54 and a Buick might possibly work.

jozw30

The back glass is now reproduced. You will have a difficult time finding a really nice used one. And it’s a lot of effort to remove and install........

2blu442

I agree with you about the effort! I was surprised how the trim and gasket fit and it was a royal pain removing both front and rear glass. Mine is in good condition, but if new isn't too expensive I'd think that might be a better way to go. Then the glass shop is responsible for safe shipping!
John

WHIPOLDS

I have a tinted back glass for a 1956. Not sure if they interchange.
Rick

Bennyp

hi Rick I was told the 56 hard top will fit the 55 but not 100% sure

WHIPOLDS

Thanks - Where are you located? If interested I will send you a picture.
Rick

jozw30

Post and hardtop are different. Look at Buick as well, glass will interchange.

Bennyp

Thank you all for helping

Tedd Thompson

Disk brake Mike makes a conversion for your car and it works well. The advantage he offers is that you can order his kit or use used parts off a doner car that he lists and save the difference in cost/ shipping. http://www.discbrakemike.com

As noted above you will have to change out your master cylinder and vacuum tank. because the old system won't support the newer brakes. This is true with any brake conversion you find..... Tedd

black67442

1954-1956 two door hardtop back glass are all the same. Same with the sedans/fitting sedans of these years. Thank you.

WHIPOLDS

Good to know !


Thanks!
Rick

jcdynamic88

https://southcoast.craigslist.org/pt...468819543.html not mine

Bennyp

Thank you for the info it was most helpful

53Ragtop

I suspect that the 2 Dr parts in the above Craigslist add will NOT fit a 2 Dr Ht. 2 Dr Ht is likely to be unique. I know for sure that is the case for all 57 Olds and Buick’s.

jcdynamic88

where does the ad say if it's a hardtop or sedan?

53Ragtop

It doesn’t, however it does say 2Dr. In my era that meant a 2 Dr Sedan. The OP says he is looking for a 2 Dr Ht glass. Just pointing out that further investigating is required.

jcdynamic88

in my era 2 dr means NOT a 4 door,at least it's half way there

53Ragtop

Sorry I seam to be offending you! I NEVER said anything about a 4 Dr. There were 2 Dr sedans!

jcdynamic88

there's no problem here,i was just trying to help,hopefully the op can find what he needs.conversations like this remind me why i don't like the internet,seems like frequently statements are misunderstood.