Hi Guys!

Would anybody be able to send me a picture of where the bracket for the trans. linkage mounts for a '50 Olds 88?

I just installed mine yesterday that I had sent from a junkyard; I have both rods attached, but cannot seem to figure how the bracket itself mounts.

I really would appreciate any help you could give me.

My e-mail is panamracer@hotmail.com

Thanks Much!

 

You will need a service manual to set the throttle valve for your car. A picture is nice but this setting is CRITICAL. If it is a little bit off then you can fry your transmission. Maybe someone has some scanned directions for you. If not I suggest buying a Factory Service Manual and Chassis Manual. You can find them on Evil-bay from time to time or at suppliers like Fusicks.

 

Thanks for the help, I had no idea it was that critical. I sure don't want to fry my trans.
Like you say, maybe someone will have that section scanned somewhere...hint, hint

 

http://edge-op.org/1949_Oldsmobile/index.php?page=341


From the '49 (Same as '50) manual: http://edge-op.org/1949_Oldsmobile/index.php#contents

It's not.

Back in the day, manual throttle control cables (lower pressures for street (or pits/return road) and higher pressures for competition were not uncommon. After some myths have been around for a couple of generations, they get accepted as fact.

Use the manual to get it in the ball park, then fine tune it to fit your own taste.

Norm

 

Thanks, I really appreciate your help. I'll print these off and try to get it hooked up.
Thanks again,
Mike

 

At least Norm had a link for you. Might as well set it correctly. It was my understanding that this was a critical adjustment. Good luck and keep us posted.