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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
01-19-2024, 07:05 PM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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Been meaning to post updates - NOS cassette...
Been meaning to post updates - NOS cassette stereo installed and engine in!
Surprisingly, the Olds 455 fit really well even with A/C. I had a valve cover leak on the passenger side after the...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
10-17-2023, 12:58 PM
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Pace car radio question
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Anyone have a part number for the Pace Car...
Anyone have a part number for the Pace Car radios?
I believe I have one since it has a red LED display and cassette as well as looks like the picture online but want to confirm...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
06-26-2023, 08:11 PM
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Stereo Front Speaker 79 TA
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MO Olds
I bought the smallest pair of Kicker speakers...
I bought the smallest pair of Kicker speakers they had; 3 or 3.5 inches. I cut a piece of thin wood to mount them into and then used the original mono speaker bracket to put it together. They sound...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
06-14-2023, 06:33 PM
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Aftermarket 403 fan shroud
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Aftermarket 403 fan shroud
Hi- anyone know if the current aftermarket fan shrouds fit the Oldsmobile 403 in a 1979 T/A? Most have a disclaimer for Pontiac engines but can't seem to find a picture to compare. I think Oldsmobile...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
12-06-2022, 10:09 PM
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New carpet install - do you recommend sound proofing
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MO Olds
I would definitely recommend sound deaden-er if...
I would definitely recommend sound deaden-er if yours ends up being unusable, etc. as I recently replaced mine. The deadener was tore up and had a wicked smell so i cleaned the floors and installed...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
11-29-2022, 10:14 PM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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MO Olds
Agree with above. The alternator bracket needs to...
Agree with above. The alternator bracket needs to come from a different car/Olds motor other than a 403 TA. Still unsure of what Power Steering pump bracket to use.
A pic and link below for...
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Suspension TECH
11-19-2022, 12:17 PM
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Global arms and 5662 springs
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MO Olds
Awesome - thanks! But to confirm, sounds like the...
Awesome - thanks! But to confirm, sounds like the 5662 is more stout than stock (autocross) and not a good stock-type replacement?
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73-77 A-body TECH
11-18-2022, 09:52 PM
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73 to 77 olds 403 motor mount bolts
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7/16-14 x 1" or 7/16-14 x 1" 1/4" I've seen. Here...
7/16-14 x 1" or 7/16-14 x 1" 1/4" I've seen. Here is a good link for reference;
https://pacificgbody.com/blogs/shop/all-oldsmobile-engine-bolt-sizes-thread-and-torque-specifications-in-one-place
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Suspension TECH
11-17-2022, 12:42 PM
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Global arms and 5662 springs
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MO Olds
Can you use the 5662 with stock upper and lower...
Can you use the 5662 with stock upper and lower control arms? The stance looks great. I know this is an old post but have same question above, how does it ride? Do you recommend this spring as a...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
11-07-2022, 10:09 PM
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Suspension Q/A
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MO Olds
Pic of Year One new old stock control arm...
Pic of Year One new old stock control arm...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
11-07-2022, 09:57 PM
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Suspension Q/A
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MO Olds
This is all very helpful, and thank you. Still a...
This is all very helpful, and thank you. Still a little confused but only because so many factors in play.
I have then confirmed the part numbers for the Upper Ball Joint as well as the Lower...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
11-06-2022, 10:08 PM
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Suspension Q/A
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MO Olds
This is the best and most relevant thread I could...
This is the best and most relevant thread I could find instead of creating a new one.
Is the Lower Control Arm assembly different between 1979 and 1980? For a stock replacement, 1979 and earlier...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
10-03-2022, 08:28 PM
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403 Olds oil sending unit
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MO Olds
Can't thank you enough for the information and...
Can't thank you enough for the information and pics Trevor78. I will go the exhaust clamp route for sure. I do have the original tube and it's in perfect shape. Surprised Pontiac at the time made...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
10-03-2022, 08:25 PM
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403 Olds oil sending unit
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MO Olds
Most appreciated but don't do it just for me!...
Most appreciated but don't do it just for me! Sounds like I need to build a custom one based on the other posts since I am using a newer version which is bigger. But you are correct, that is the...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
10-01-2022, 10:43 AM
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403 Olds oil sending unit
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MO Olds
Thanks - sounds like homemade is the way to go...
Thanks - sounds like homemade is the way to go then. That 45 degree fitting is like >$25 now in the aftermarket world. Luckily there are alternatives at home Depot as well in the brass fitting aisle.
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
10-01-2022, 10:39 AM
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403 Olds oil sending unit
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MO Olds
Ha-sorry I hope it's not copyrighted! It was one...
Ha-sorry I hope it's not copyrighted! It was one of the few pictures I could even find and on 78ta.com.
I appreciate the history and makes sense now that I know the acorn style grew. I do have the...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
09-30-2022, 09:55 PM
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403 Olds oil sending unit
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MO Olds
403 Olds oil sending unit
Searched old threads but no luck in finding out if any aftermarket company sells the bracket that holds the oil pressure / sending unit shown below? Or was this always a junkyard item or made from...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
09-26-2022, 11:05 PM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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MO Olds
I researched a ton about the cam and not sure how...
I researched a ton about the cam and not sure how I missed that. I thought it was a safe choice compared to stock below. Will let you know how it goes and thanks for feedback!
Stock camshaft:...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
09-26-2022, 08:36 PM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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Thanks! I have the "J" heads with larger...
Thanks! I have the "J" heads with larger intake/exhaust valves, seats and other machine work. Prior to sending, I spent time on enlarging oil drain backs as well as ground out the A.I.R bumps. I know...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
09-26-2022, 05:50 PM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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MO Olds
Made lots of engine progress...The picture is of...
Made lots of engine progress...The picture is of the Olds 455 painted in "GM Corporate Blue" which was a custom color match based off research and forum info. I did find a PPG store that could make...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
09-26-2022, 05:38 PM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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Thanks for the interest!
Thanks for the interest!
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THE LOBBY
08-11-2022, 11:39 PM
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Pontiac Historic Services
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MO Olds
If you have a copy of the original build sheet,...
If you have a copy of the original build sheet, what does the PHS provide that is not already known? Essentially, is it 'worth it' to order the documentation if you already have a build sheet?
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
08-11-2022, 11:03 PM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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MO Olds
Really....steak dinner money or White Castle type...
Really....steak dinner money or White Castle type of money? ha. Maybe I will drain it and use it for display. I haven't had a chance to throw on a volt meter (99% sure no charge) but might be...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
08-11-2022, 09:48 AM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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MO Olds
Ha. Somehow I read 260 anyway... Going with...
Ha. Somehow I read 260 anyway...
Going with GM Corporate Blue. However, the official PPG code is 15159 but may go with code 16513 which is a little greener and was color matched to a set of 403...
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77-81 Firebird & Trans Am TECH
08-11-2022, 12:11 AM
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Oldsmobile 455 HD Build
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MO Olds
I think the battery and speakers are shot but...
I think the battery and speakers are shot but definitely cool! Hope to post engine pics soon when the rebuild is complete as well as installation. Big thanks to Grand73Am for helping with engine...
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