almost new tires

2006-08-09 Thread vvics442
 I have a set of 4 "almost new" tires  for sale.  They are Kumho P70R14 with about 1000 miles on them.  Still  have the factory stubs on them.  I am in the Phoenix area.  If anyone has interest in them ,Please Email me off list at Vvics442 @aol.com MailScanner has detected a possible fraud atte

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Joe, I don't have a feel for this stuff, but the engine is carrying a later model 1970s AC compressor. I guess that came with the late '70s 350 engine. I seem to see an AC line not hooked up. The muffler behind the compressor has a red line cap on a line. There's no hose there. I assume the AC

Re: horn relay, 65 Cutlass

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Can anyone tell me where the horn relay is supposed to be located on a 65 Cutlass? It mounts near the top, center on the left inner fender panel. The part number is Standard Motor Parts Standard Plus Ignition Parts # HR-122. It seems that someone has removed it from the car. So I assume

Re: Got suspension tools?

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Or take a pipe of 2" water pipe of the correct length and cut it in half. Actually, cut it at 160 degrees in order to be able to remove it properly after installing the bushings. Milton Schick 1964 442 Cutlass [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: Sen

Re: Paging Steve Reed

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Stephen Reed <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Milton Schick 1964 442 Cutlass [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: Please rate this part

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Sorry Chris, I forgot my rating. 6 Milton Schick 1964 442 Cutlass [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: Please rate this part

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Well, glass bead it and paint it, and it's good to go. I don't see anything wrong with it for $81. He may have not liked the shipping charge, but that's the shipping company, and what we must live with. Maybe he just wants something for nothing. Milton Schick 1964 442 Cutlass [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: item 110015477095 - Cutlass S from a deranged seller

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Hmm. C.E.O. Mr. Malone's voice description of his "company" is interesting. "It is what it is, I do what I do." Etc. No further comment needed. Milton Schick 1964 442 Cutlass [EMAIL PROTECTED] and also a President/CEO - Original Message - From: "Duane Parks" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>

Re: that 70's engine

2006-08-09 Thread Fred Nissen
So have you been collecting those #8 heads? I know they are generally regarded as "junk smog heads" but they are just the ticket for use with Sealed Power/TRW/Federal Mogul L2320F forged flat top pistons. The big 79 cc chambers, combined with .028" thick Corteco head gaskets and factory pisto

RE: that 70's engine

2006-08-09 Thread Schopen, Kenneth
> Date: Tue, 08 Aug 2006 21:21:51 -0400 > From: "Christopher Witt" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: that 70's engine > Wild goose chase for "loose C heads at Cat's boneyard" yesterday. > Shyah, right #8 heads no BBO's So have you been collecting those #8 heads? I know they are generally regarded

RE: Time Marching On

2006-08-09 Thread Kurt
Cliff, we're at that perfect age: Right between "What's it all about", and "Who's got any use for it anyway?". Kurt mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] http://wmachines.shubes.net '65 Jetstar 1 (4-speed) '66 442 Sports Coupe (Tri-Carb, 4-speed) '67 442 Convertible (4-speed) '69 442 Convertible (3-speed

Re: BBO Offy Olds cross ram pic

2006-08-09 Thread Raceingcajun
Me too please! Howard >Subject: Re: BBO Offy Olds cross ram pic > If anyone is interested, I can now send you a PDF copy of the Offy catalog.

Re: item 110015477095 - Cutlass S from a deranged seller

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Doug, The man is a sociopath. That's why good people is states that have shall-issue concealed carry permits take the training and get a CCW permit. This man is no different than the sociopath on the street corner who sizes people up as prey, with the sociopath as the predator. This man simply

All-GM Show This Saturday (8/12 - Maryland)

2006-08-09 Thread brad442
32nd Annual All-GM Show sponsored by - Metro Chapter of the Buick Club of America- Capitol City Rockets chapter of the Oldsmobile Club of America - Oldsmobile Centennial Club chapter of the Oldsmobile Club of America   Montgomery County College - Rockville Campus 51 Mannakee Street, Rockville, MD

Dyno Update

2006-08-09 Thread Paul Tumolo
Thanks to all for the emotional support over the last few months. I am going thru Olds withdrawal big time. The engine was broken in today. 30 minutes on the dyno, with no leaks or cam issues. The Q-jet is kind of lean - about 15 to 1, where 12.8 to 1 is ideal. The only pull made 340HP and 470TQ.

June "Hot Boat" issue

2006-08-09 Thread Ian Dixon
This issue is supposed to have a good segment on building a marine 455 Olds. Does anyone have a copy that they are willing to photocopy and send? Cross-posted to a few lists but so far no cigar. Thanks, Ian

RE: Trans question on 71 Delta 88 Royale Conv

2006-08-09 Thread Sleeper, Paul H CW3 NGNJ
Cliff, Thanks for getting back to me. 1. No, I did not check the linkage. I will do that. 2. I did run the car for about 30 minutes and tried the rev the engine in reverse gear idea, it did not move, I did have some 6 by 6 wood blocks several feet behind the rear wheels in case the car jum

Re: Trans question on 71 Delta 88 Royale Conv

2006-08-09 Thread bammons
going thru a similar deal with a '72 Caddy if you have a helper, try putting it in gear and having them push the car in the direction you're expecting to go (make certain ya'll are on the same page, don't run over anybody) the Caddy moves under it's own power, except from a dead stop...time for a

Re: Trans question on 71 Delta 88 Royale Conv

2006-08-09 Thread Cliff Simpson
Sleeper, Paul H CW3 NGNJ wrote: I have a transmission problem, I believe. The trans dip stick shows a good fluid level, but the car won't move. Are you sure the shifter linkage is working? I always check the obvious first =:0 Have you tried revving the motor with it in gear to see if i

Re: BBO Offy Olds cross ram pic

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
holy crap dude and that works? Yes, the Offy cross-ram adapters worked on just about any dual quad intake manifold where there was sufficient clearance and on just about any engine that was set up for them. The cross-ram adapters worked in the same way as the very long Chrysler 413 ram packa

Re: BBO Offy Olds cross ram pic

2006-08-09 Thread JOHN ORR
Milton, I would like one, please john orr 67 cutlass supreme 4 spd tampa fl If anyone is interested, I can now send you a PDF copy of the Offy catalog.

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread John Lee
Greg Beaulieu wrote: On Wed, 9 Aug 2006, Kevin Wright wrote: Think of it like this: *anyone* can own a stock Cutlass. These days, I'd disagree. All I ever see at car shows are perfectly nice cars that some dolt has gone through with a Summit catalog in one hand, tossing all the origin

Re: Time Marching On

2006-08-09 Thread Cliff Simpson
Greg Beaulieu wrote: My friend Brian and I were talking the other day about our cars. This was on the occasion of my 50th birthday and deep philosophical discussions around getting old, time passing, etc. :) ... But man, is it ever fun to take it out on a nice day and have > people give you

Re: BBO Offy Olds cross ram pic

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
That's still available. Offy made cross-ram adapters to bolt to any dual quad (Offy preferably) intake manifold to turn the manifold into a functioning cross-ram. The part number is 5497, bottom of page 39 of the Offy catalog. Any good speed shop should be able to order a pair of them for you.

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread Greg Beaulieu
On Wed, 9 Aug 2006, Kevin Wright wrote: > Think of it like this: *anyone* can own a stock Cutlass. These days, I'd disagree. All I ever see at car shows are perfectly nice cars that some dolt has gone through with a Summit catalog in one hand, tossing all the original pieces in the dumpster in fav

Re: Exhaust Manifolds

2006-08-09 Thread Infinite Space Systems, Inc.
Marty, Yes. They directly bolt on. Milton Schick 1964 442 Cutlass [EMAIL PROTECTED] Been out-of-town for 11 days and a 4,136 mile road trip.

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread 73H/O OLDSRIP
Kevin Wright wrote: - - the seats; why oh why would they use gawdawful upholstery when seat kits are available? Because some people don't like sitting on vinyl? Here in TX, it can be painful, in fact. I *like* the reupholstered factory buckets. There we go, not everyone dislikes th

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread 73H/O OLDSRIP
Christopher Witt wrote: Date: Tue, 08 Aug 2006 10:16:28 -0400 From: 73H/O OLDSRIP <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop I put this up yesterday looking for feedback I can take to the owner. I never thought I wouldn't get any feed back on this car from this

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread 73H/O OLDSRIP
Greg Beaulieu wrote: Well, you asked for it ;-) For me, a '69 is the least attractive Cutlass of the entire generation, but hey, that's just me. Strike one. I have noticed the 69 seems to have a more take it or leave it styling than others between 68-72. I don't think there is a shortag

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread 73H/O OLDSRIP
Cliff Simpson wrote: 73H/O OLDSRIP wrote: ... Come on at tell it like you see it. You won't hurt my feelings. Well ... I believe it's missing some tags, Oldsmobile on the hood, the metal strip saying Oldsmobile on the trunk, isn't there supposed to be an S on the tongue? All easy

#300014491403--1941 Olds Postcard--ends 3 hrs.

2006-08-09 Thread spddemun
This popped up in my eBay e-mail--don't recall if anyone has one of this year. Postcards have great historical photos. Karen __ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread Fred Nissen
Kevin Wright wrote: Some of us think that "bone stock" is a waste of potential, Think of it like this: *anyone* can own a stock Cutlass. -- I don't mind changes to suit your personal taste on cars that aren't exceptionally rare. It is your car, after all. However, don't ex

Trans question on 71 Delta 88 Royale Conv

2006-08-09 Thread Sleeper, Paul H CW3 NGNJ
Good Morning, I have a transmission problem, I believe. The trans dip stick shows a good fluid level, but the car won't move. There was some fluid on the ground, was not sure if it trans fluid or something else. Is it possible that there is a problem with the torque converter, maybe leaking, a

RE: Time Marching On

2006-08-09 Thread spddemun
> >From: Greg Beaulieu <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> This was > >on the occasion of my 50th birthday and deep > philosophical discussions > >around getting old, time passing, etc. :) > > > >He realized he has now had his Cutlass since 1986 > -- longer than the > >original owner did. I realized I've had mine

Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop

2006-08-09 Thread Kevin Wright
On Aug 8, 2006, at 8:31 PM, oldsmobile-digest wrote: Date: Tue, 8 Aug 2006 16:34:08 -0300 (ADT) From: Greg Beaulieu <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subject: Re: opinions wanted on value of 69 Cutlass ragtop Well, you asked for it ;-) For me, a '69 is the least attractive Cutlass of the entire gener

RE: Time Marching On

2006-08-09 Thread Dave Wyatt
Similar memories and experiences here as well Greg. Hopefully everyone will get this far in their love affair with Oldsmobiles. Dave Wyatt 70 4-4-2 67 Vista Cruiser From: Greg Beaulieu <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Reply-To: oldsmobile@chebucto.ns.ca To: Oldsmobile Subject: Time Marching On Dat