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Anyone out there have a dashpot bracket (I have the dashpot) from a 66-70 Toronado? I am using a Toro intake and the 88/98/Cutlass beacket won't fit. Thanks.

I pulled the motor following your instructions, except I supported the trans with the motor out with chains attached to the bellhousing bolts on a 2x4 across the place where the hood hinges used to be. This motor is now in the shop. Thanks!

I understand that this is difficult to do if the car is not on a lift. Any suggestions for making this easier?

I plan to pull out the motor in my 68 Delta 88. 1. Should I leave the transmission in or take it out? 2. If I leave it in, how should I secure it?

Thanks! So I should check how it runs when I back off the pedal? I was more concerned about the idle (not that I'm concerned if it sounds rough!)

I am converting my AC equipped 68 Delta 88 to a 4bbl with a Toro carb and intake. My old 2bbl had a slow idle dashpot on it; however, my shop manual shows a 455 in am 88/98 equipped with a 4bbl without one (no AC). My question is, should I get a Toro dashpot or use my old one if it works, or forget it altogether?

Keep in mind that around 1974-6 that some manufacturers made different setups for different markets, e.g. California. Cars that took regular and unleaded just had an air pump. Cars for unleaded fuel only had converters with or without an air pump. When unleaded fuel became commonplace and when leaded was eliminated, it became a nonissue, except in some parts of the world where it is still used. I also have been told that one of the side effects of these gizmos was to reduce the parts per million (ppm) of smog that came out, as the extra air duluted the exhaust mix and ppm of pollutants to air is how pollution is measured. So, either way, the automakers made Uncle Sam happy and saved the planet with the available technology. It wasn't until EFI came along that power, fuel economy and pollution control problems were dealt with effectively. BTW, if your air pump is making a clicking noise, you need to fix or replace it.

DEFINITELY get a new timing chain. A double-roller (looks like 2 bike chains) is the only way to go. The factory setup is a single chain with a plastic sprocket. This was to cut down noise and cushion the chain. Get one from Summit, Jegs or ebay. You SHOULD drop the oil pan as it's the easiest way to get the timing cover off. Also, NEVER use a gear puller that looks like a "claw" unless you want to trash your balancer. Parts stores have a tool that looks like a crow's foot that is specialized to do this job for $10-20.

In addition to the shifter linkage and "S" exhaust manifold, you'll need a block-off plate for the extra outlet where the crossover pipe enters the passenger side manifold, which is an "R" or "T" casting. This item is available at many exhaust shops, or it can be fabricated.

Fusick's is the BEST source for vintage Olds parts. For the folks with the big cars (88s, 98s and Toros) it's the ONLY source for specific parts. They also have a sizable stash of NOS parts that you can't get anywhere else. Not to mention their fabulous tech support.

I want to add a rear sway bar to my 1968 Olds Delta 88. I understand that this was an option used mostly on Apprehenders. That being the case, are there aftermarket or interchangeable rear sway bars available? Thanks a million.

When stripping down my engine for removal and rebuild, I noticed that my trans cooler lines need to be replaced big time. The lines are rusted and bent, as the car was once improperly listed at some time in its life. My question is this: are there performed lines available? If so, where can they be found? If not, how can I recreate the original bends, ?

Well now...I found that elusive "s" manifold..thanks to this board! I also have the duals-compatible shifter linkage. Now, the only question I have is this: can I use 2 1/2 inch pipes for the exhausts? The ports measure 2 1/2 inches across.

I purchased a 4bbl intake for my 68 Delta 88 that originally came on a Toronado of that same vintage (the low rise). My question is this: acording to my shop manual, the ignition coil on the 88/98 is mounted close to the distributor while the Toro is mounted on the rear of the passenger side cylinder head. Must I relocate my coil when using the Toro intake? I think I would because it has no hole in the rear for the coil. If so, will my existing bracket work? Thanks all.

If that's the case, I'll have an Olds engine that was never made: a 455 with a 4bbl and dual exhausts with 9.0:1 compression, once I add the 4bbl and the duals.

I have a 68 88...the duals will be owner installed. Here's a picture of the S:

SgtArt: Speaking of 87 octane, what was the rating on "regular" and "premium" in 1968? I know that there was 100+ octane readily available then. I use 92 from the local convenience store. But I last used Ultra 94 before I put the car away. If you are right, I can save beaucoups on gas.

I have a 68 Delta 88 with a 455-2bbl mated to a TH400. This engine came in two compression ratios: A= 9.0-1/310 HP B= 10.25-1/320 HP. The information I have is conflicting. According to the dealer brochure, engine B is standard/available at no charge with a TH400 in Deltas. However, a service bulletin tells me that it would be engine A since it comes with a black air cleaner as opposed to red. But I understand that all 4bbls have a red air cleaner and all 2bbls have a black one. The only sure way is to look at the pistons, but barring that, what are your views here? Thanks for your help. PS: I plan to convet this engine to a 4bbl and duals, FYI.

I know I'm not the first person to ask this, but anyone out there have the elusive "S" left side exhaust manifold (or the set of both) for a 1965-70 full size vehicle with a 425-455? This is going on a 1968 Delta 88. BTW, I have the special shifter linkage.