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    GM makes that shared spindles in '55

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Ok first off I have a 1955 Olds Starfire 98. I want to convert to disc brakes all the way around. I can't find anyone that sells disc brake conversion kits for this vehicle.

    Sooo, I am wondering which other GM vehicles shared spindles with the Olds Ninety-Eight in 1955. Does anyone know?

    Thanks so much!

    -Craig

    Denver, Colorado shop recommendations needed

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Quote:</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Craig,

    I live in Aurora Colorado. I would highly suggest you contact "Level One Restoration" in Golden Colorado. His cell number is 303 590 4612. If you want quality work on ANY car he's the guy. He's done alot of cars that have won national 1st place's at big shows. I have a 64 GTO that has won many awards nationally and 3 major magazine and book publications. Plus if you need parts he can usually hook you up. His name is Gary Riley. Tell him Brian sent you. Good Luck!

    Brian </div></div>

    Thanks for the recommendation Brian! I appreciate the help.

    -Craig

    55 Olds wiring

    in Oldsmobile - General

    Posted

    Yeah the factory service manual for this car is actually very poor in it's descriptions and diagrams. I have a few additional books for this particular vehicle, but have found none to be helpful as far as wiring specifics.

    Thanks for the responses.

    -Craig

    55 Olds wiring

    in Oldsmobile - General

    Posted

    Yeah I don't know what to tell you on this. I have searched hard for a wiring diagram for the '55 with no luck.

    I think it may just come down to deductive reasoning with a voltage meter...

    I'm in the same situation as you. Let me know if you want to bounce ideas around as far as wire colors and locations. I have a '55 Starfire 98.

    Good luck!

    -Craig

    '55 Starfire Conv. tire sizing

    in Oldsmobile - General

    Posted

    Hello,

    I'm in need of some whitewall radial tires for my '55 Olds Starfire Conv. The repair manual says the wheels are 15"x5.5" and the tire size is 8.00x15.

    I've looked at Coker Tire and found the BF Goodrich Silverton Radials.

    http://www.coker.com/store/customer/home.php?cat=255

    When looking at the sizes, it seems like I need 215/75R15 or 205/75R15 or 215/70R15. Is this right? These seem like quite a lot of tire for a 5.5" wide rim.

    Any experience here?

    Thanks, Craig

    '55 power windows

    in Oldsmobile - Technical

    Posted

    Hi there,

    I'm having trouble tracking down the problem with one of my rear power windows on a '55 Starfire. They're the type that pivot backwards. The window track seems to be in good shape. The motor moves the window slightly.

    I am wondering if there is a limiting stop in the motor that may be misadjusted. I see one screw with a securing nut on the motor that could serve this purpose.

    Any input?

    Thank you,

    Craig

    Hydramatic, downshift when full throttle?

    in General Discussion

    Posted

    Hello,

    Sorry for the new guy question here. I'm new to pre-70s cars and am not sure how things from the 50s <should> operate.

    I have a Hydramatic tranny in a 1955 Olds Starfire 98. When the gas pedal is slammed to the floor the tranny does not shift to the next lowest gear. Should it downshift?

    Also, it shifts up to fourth very quickly, by maybe 25mph with little throttle input. With the pedal to the floor the shifts are further apart, but it still seems like they could be drawn out a bit more for maximum power.

    Should a '55 Hydramatic drive similar to a more modern tranny?

    Thank you, Craig

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