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Forum: Olds Today, 03:01 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,314
Posted By njsteve
13 hour round trip . We got my Father-in-law's...

13 hour round trip . We got my Father-in-law's Olds home. I confirmed the original engine. Only took around 50 tries with the camera and light source from an equal amount of directions. The last two...
Forum: Olds 07-29-2025, 12:42 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,314
Posted By njsteve
Heading up on Wednesday to get the Olds. I'll...

Heading up on Wednesday to get the Olds. I'll update with new info and photos this weekend.:biggthumpup:
Forum: Lounge 07-29-2025, 12:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,645
Posted By njsteve
WOW, that's really nice! We are heading to...

WOW, that's really nice!

We are heading to the in-laws house on Wednesday 7/30, to pick up the car. I should have some updated info and photos by the weekend.
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-28-2025, 07:29 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
YAY! My Holy Grail parts arrived today. I...

YAY! My Holy Grail parts arrived today. I actually found a set of NOS rear tail light/bumper upper and lower moldings for the car. The original lower molding was badly damaged by the giant "J.C....
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-27-2025, 10:54 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
That was a frightening discovery. Luckily it...

That was a frightening discovery. Luckily it didn't fry the entire car. It happened at least 34+ years ago because the clock never worked as long as we have had the car (circa 1991).
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-27-2025, 10:45 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
I spent the afternoon installing the working...

I spent the afternoon installing the working replacement clock and ran into some interesting finds.
1) original clock doesn't work
2) original clock is deep fried
3) Portions of the printed dash...
Forum: Lounge 07-26-2025, 12:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 526
Posted By njsteve
16,000 mile 340 Cuda on BAT: I remember this car!

I saw this car 40 years ago in Milford CT at a cruise night and tried to buy but the original owner didn't want to sell it. I left some comments about my memories of it.
Check it out. Very cool:...
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-25-2025, 04:14 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
Here's the preliminary Marti Report. I ordered...

Here's the preliminary Marti Report. I ordered the Elite version which comes framed with a window sticker and other stuff. Due to be delivered in a couple months.
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-25-2025, 04:08 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
I received the ORIGINAL invoice from Marti Auto....

I received the ORIGINAL invoice from Marti Auto. They have the original invoices from specific assembly lines and will sell you your original document as long as you provide them with a copy of the...
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-25-2025, 12:37 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
It's gonna be a major project to install that new...

It's gonna be a major project to install that new clock since the dash is so complicated in terms of fasteners. I found that out when installing the factory AM/FM a couple years ago.
Forum: Lounge 07-24-2025, 10:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,087
Posted By njsteve
Very interesting! You're telling me that the 6.5...

Very interesting! You're telling me that the 6.5 engineers actually had ONE thing they did right? :wink:
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-24-2025, 07:31 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
And I was playing with the spare clock I bought...

And I was playing with the spare clock I bought on ebay 4 years ago. I started looking on youtube for repair tips and it turns out the best tip is to use brake clean and spray away all the solidified...
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-24-2025, 07:22 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
More tinkering...I bought a set of KYB Excel-G...

More tinkering...I bought a set of KYB Excel-G shocks and installed those this afternoon. Used my vintage set of drive-up steel ramps. It's funny: I've held on to those things for 40+years since...
Forum: Lounge 07-24-2025, 12:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,087
Posted By njsteve
I've been using the Optilube XPD religiously for...

I've been using the Optilube XPD religiously for 15+ years now in our 1995 6.5 K2500 Suburban. Best-rated lubricity enhancer out there. I know the Duramax'es are a lot different than the old 6.5 but...
Forum: Lounge 07-22-2025, 07:16 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 63,564
Posted By njsteve
For you Chopper Fans: And my bike in 1970...

For you Chopper Fans:

And my bike in 1970 and now
Forum: Olds 07-22-2025, 06:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,314
Posted By njsteve
Fingers crossed. We shall see next week! Can't...

Fingers crossed. We shall see next week! Can't wait for the unveiling. I already ordered a new set of AC plugs for it since the ones in the photos look rather old. Initiate Mission creep in 3...2...1
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-22-2025, 02:18 AM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
Took the Lincoln out today and visited one of my...

Took the Lincoln out today and visited one of my friends repair shops. He let me use the wheel balancer and I rechecked the balance on all four wheels. I guess they settled a bit after a few weeks...
Forum: Olds 07-21-2025, 11:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,314
Posted By njsteve
I should have posted the 30-minute text thread of...

I should have posted the 30-minute text thread of how to locate that exact spot on the engine. I think I have a photo of everything in the engine compartment but that exact spot...all blurry and out...
Forum: Olds 07-21-2025, 10:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,314
Posted By njsteve
Got the engine casting number from the up north....

Got the engine casting number from the up north. Confirms its a late 1968 to 76 350. Once I get the car home and scrub off the VIN pad I will be able to tell if it's the born with engine or not.
Forum: Olds 07-21-2025, 02:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,314
Posted By njsteve
I am trying to get my brother-in-law to get the...

I am trying to get my brother-in-law to get the engine casting number from the front of the block.

The "7" on the cylinder head is the correct 1971 Olds 350 head. I was able to direct my wife to...
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-19-2025, 06:53 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
This was the front frame repair they did on my...

This was the front frame repair they did on my K2500 4X4 Suburban in 2023. Just as amazing! Both the inner and outer sections of the frame where the steering box mounts. A completely closed area with...
Forum: Olds 07-19-2025, 02:04 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,314
Posted By njsteve
My wife just got back from the In-Laws house....

My wife just got back from the In-Laws house. Lots of paperwork found. Has the original dealership owner's manual glove box folder with the original Window Sticker in it. Sold new at Tunmore Olds in...
Forum: Lounge 07-19-2025, 01:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,645
Posted By njsteve
UPDATE: Wife just got back from the In-Laws...

UPDATE: Wife just got back from the In-Laws house. Has the original dealership owner's manual glove box folder with the original Window Sticker in it, The folder has the original owner's name on it....
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-18-2025, 02:23 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
And after the pressure washing, wire brushing and...

And after the pressure washing, wire brushing and cleaning, they applied the black wool wax. The stuff is a non-petroleum metal preservative. I think it is Lanolin based. They have clear and black....
Forum: Ford-Mercury 07-18-2025, 02:09 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 125,002
Posted By njsteve
Passenger side:

Passenger side:
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