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Ideas for parts for restoration of '41 Olds

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Old September 6th, 2010, 08:35 PM
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Ideas for parts for restoration of '41 Olds

I thank you all for your input on a restoration vs. modification. I have decided to go with the restoration approach. I am talking about my 1941 series 76 olds. The engine fires up and body is in decent shape. I am having a hard time finding parts though. I need some advice. Suggestions???
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Old September 7th, 2010, 04:40 AM
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I am going to move this to vintage forum. You don't have to keep posting in newbie forum now that we have gotten acquainted.
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Old September 7th, 2010, 08:18 AM
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Kanter and Fusicks are good sources for parts. Rock Auto might have some useful mechanical parts too.
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Old September 7th, 2010, 08:33 AM
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Although this is still Olds central, you might want to visit www.aaca.org Olds forums too. Couple of guys with 40s Oldsmobiles are over there and may be able to help you.

Also- www.antiqueolds.org is the National Antique Olds Club and will be your best resource for knowledge and parts.
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Old September 8th, 2010, 06:20 AM
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Thank you for your help. I forgot to include a picture of the 41 when I picked it up. Here it is for all you buffs.
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Old September 8th, 2010, 06:48 AM
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That is a BEAUTIFUL car!

It looks like it is in pretty good condition. Hopefully it will be an easy and fun project. Keep us posted.
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Old September 9th, 2010, 04:30 PM
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That is a GREAT looking old Oldsmobile, really a cool old Olds !!!! I think you picked the right route with resoration. It really doesn't look like it's missing much. Ebay is always a good place to look for parts. Hemmings Motor News is one of the best publications to look at when looking for vintage parts.
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Great looking 41 2 door sedanette (fastback). I agree restore it keep us in the loop on how it goes
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Old September 16th, 2010, 02:56 AM
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Parts for 41 Oldsmobile

Ive got a stock 47 Oldsmobile coupe and have found these sites helpful:
www.usapartssupply.com
www.fusick.com
www.kanter.com
www.dansclassic.com
www.chevsofthe40's.com
and E-baymotors.
I hope that this will help.
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