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  1. jociha

    Lightning Rods

    How can I tell if these are for 3 speed or 4 speed, have a chance to buy them but can't tell. Also what should I pay for them? thanks.
  2. jociha

    1985 442 master cylinder

    Did the Cutlass 442 get a different master cylinder, with a larger or smaller bore? I have had a brake issue since I got the car. Not enough to not be able to drive it, I do drive it every chance I get. The problem is I can not lock up the front tires. With the original disk/drum set up I think...
  3. jociha

    Brake vacuum control

    Does anyone know of a product that can be used to control brake vacuum. I have a motor with a big enough cam that it produces low vacuum. I wanted to keep my power brakes so I installed a belt driven vacuum pump like that used on diesel trucks, this one is a cardone 64-1029. It is producing...
  4. jociha

    1985 Brake Proportioning Valve

    Does anyone know if you can buy a new good quality brake proportioning valve for 1985 442 factory disk/drum set up. I would like one that is a direct replacement on the frame.
  5. jociha

    EFI question

    I know this has been discussed on different levels but here goes. I have a street 10.5 compression 406 dynod at 541hp,530tq. The car is a 85 442. Talking to the FAST tech they tell me the standard EFI will be fine as I don't have plans for NOS or any other add on. The distributor advance is set...
  6. jociha

    Sweet ride

    Ever see a cutlass with alligator covered dash, now you have. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Oldsmobile-Cutlass-350-SMALL-BLOCK-1984-oldsmobile-cutlass-supreme-base-coupe-2-door-5-0-l-/171690623438?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item27f98f01ce&vxp=mtr
  7. jociha

    Rollin on some ???

    af2c937915dcb3e26fc0c2cc55e4a10ad4ee4785.jpg[/attachment] Now that is a set of wheels.
  8. jociha

    Who are you?

    When ever I talk to any of you here on the forum I wonder who I am talking to, maybe some of you have to or else I am just crazy. So I thought we could tell as much or little as they want. My name is John, I live in Michigan, have my entire life. If you hold up your right hand I live right in...
  9. jociha

    new power connector

    I am looking for a brand and/or part number for a connector for a 1985 cutlass 442 that goes under the dash in the fuse box. On the fuse box there are a couple open spaces marked "BATT" where a connector can be snapped in. The new connector is square with the lock clip part offset to one side...
  10. jociha

    Please Stop

    Why do people like to do these things to G bodies. I thought this may be a company promo car but the sign on the back along with the balls hanging out back makes me worry.
  11. jociha

    Fusible links

    Well i'm cleaning up the wiring under the hood of my 85 442, and came across the two fusible links. Given there age, should i replace them, and are replacments available or do they usually last forever if there is no over current. Does anyone know what amp they melt at, my electrical service...
  12. jociha

    85 cutlass exhaust

    I want to install a 2.5 inch exhaust in my cutlass 442 and have the factory look tail pipes coming out the side behind the tires. The 2.25 original replacment is easy to find but with a bigger motor i need 2.5 inch. Torque Tech has only 2.25 or 3.00, i talked to them. The only other company i...
  13. jociha

    Cooling CFM/amps

    Trying to figure out what i need for cooling, i know some of you out there have been thru this so your opinion would be nice. I have a 85 cutlass and i am installing a new built motor. Its dyno numbers are 540hp and 551tq. It is a street motor so it has to work for long periods at a time with...
  14. jociha

    1985 Monte Carlo radiator hose

    Has anyone found a upper radiator hose that fits when you install a serpentine belt system? The original hose hits the top of the alt. , so i am looking for a factory looking hose not a flexable type. I think i will need a swivel type tstat housing but am looking for a hose that works.
  15. jociha

    1985 442 coolant sensor/coolant switch

    Does anyone know where i can buy a new replacement coolant sensor/coolant switch. This is not the ECM sensor that has an oval connector shape they are everywhere. I need the sensor that does both read temp on the gauge and turns on the "hot" light. It is shown in the electrical book as one...
  16. jociha

    Motor mount part number

    Can anyone verify that the correct part number for a 1985 Monte Carlo V8 upper motor mount clamshell is in fact 334971. I ask because it seems as if the motor sits a bit high, i can stick most of my hand between the clamshell and the mount to frame, there seems to be almost an inch gap in there...
  17. jociha

    1985 442 wiring

    I am looking to purchase a copy or original of the complete wiring for the 1985 cutlass 442. There seem to be a few different brands out on the market so i am looking for opinions. I need something like GM used in there dealerships, it shows every wire, what color it is, what it connects to ...
  18. jociha

    Motor mounts

    I know this has been done before but i can't seem to find the answer. I have a 85 Cutlass 442. I am installing a new Dart motor, same as small block chevy. I need to figure out what i need for frame to/and motor mounts. I want to use the poly type good for my 530hp. My searching shows a 4 hole...
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    Dart motor in a 85 442

    I know this has been done before but i can't seem to find the answer. I have a 85 Cutlass 442. I am installing a new Dart motor, similar as small block chevy. I need to figure out what i need for frame to/and motor mounts. I want to use the poly type good for my 530hp. My searching shows a 4...
  20. jociha

    Hurst rear wing

    I have a 1985 442 and would like to install a rear wing from the 1983-84 Hurst type. Does anyone have one for sale. I do not see many out there. Has anyone purchased the reproduction out there. I only see one repro and it is from Lauren eng. Can anyone tell me if they like it or not, it is...

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