1971 Olds 442 W-30 Clone Resto Mod
#121
Thanks for the comments Pettrix. I believe I bought the upper and lower radiator hose as a set from Inline Tube. Check out this link: 68-69-70-71-72 442 W-30 W-31 UPPER & LOWER RADIATOR HOSE CORRECT SHAPE 2pc NOS | eBay
#125
How's that TKX making out with the torque? Sounds like your dyno numbers would be putting it at the edge of it's rated capability?
Great looking build, and appreciate the detailed updates in your thread.
Great looking build, and appreciate the detailed updates in your thread.
#126
Thanks. All is well so far. I finally got the tuning close to where I want it. I have 1,000 miles on it now and all is good. Trans shifts easily and has been working awesome. I've been breaking everything in with a pretty heavy foot. So far....no complaints.
#129
Yes I am. My engine was initially tested with a race-built Q-Jet carb. As part of my restoration, I installed the Holley Quadra-Jet EFI system complete with inboard pump and the Hyperspark components for timing control. I have since swapped out that system and made several changes to the entire fuel system and am now running the 4150 SNIPER unit. The other system ran good but was not quite right for my application. I was thinking of creating another thread to follow with all my lessons learned from that journey. There's lots to be learned when converting these old cars and engines to the late model technologies.
#132
Yeah I will probably start one soon and will let you know. How far along are you on your SNIPER install? We can also PM each other and I can provide more info. I also have a good tune that I made which might be helpful at least as a starting point depending on your engine specifics.
#133
Yeah I will probably start one soon and will let you know. How far along are you on your SNIPER install? We can also PM each other and I can provide more info. I also have a good tune that I made which might be helpful at least as a starting point depending on your engine specifics.
Rocket on!
#135
Thanks to all for their kind comments.
Yesterday I posted an update on my fuel system and changes that I've made recently. If there are people contemplating an EFI upgrade on a factory manifold or using a dead-headed fuel pump....it's a good read. It also outlines how to make the OAI air cleaner work and appear stock on an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold.
Here is that post: Successful OAI Hood/Air Cleaner Assembly with Performer Intake and Holley SNIPER - ClassicOldsmobile.com
Yesterday I posted an update on my fuel system and changes that I've made recently. If there are people contemplating an EFI upgrade on a factory manifold or using a dead-headed fuel pump....it's a good read. It also outlines how to make the OAI air cleaner work and appear stock on an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold.
Here is that post: Successful OAI Hood/Air Cleaner Assembly with Performer Intake and Holley SNIPER - ClassicOldsmobile.com
#137
Looks stunning. I might have missed it, but where did you get your front bumper? The fit looks great. Is it repop or a rechromed original. I am thinking of replacing the front bumper on my vista because the fit is not very good.
thanks,
Tom
thanks,
Tom
#138
Let me know if I can ever be of any help.....
Dave
#140
#142
Thanks again. It's been a fun project and very rewarding to say the least.
Last edited by 442Dude; July 14th, 2022 at 03:24 AM.
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#146
Followed this since I joined, beautiful car, 71 is my favorite. Watched the video and told my wife how I love the sound of these old cars, and this came up after watching it so I took a screen shot. I could probably fall asleep listening to an old V8 idling!
#147
Others have Sniper and it runs okay. No doubt the Terminator and Dominator are the best of the Holley EFI systems. Sniper can work but when it doesn't, it becomes a constant headache.
Last edited by pettrix; July 16th, 2022 at 12:04 AM.
#148
Hey Pettrix-----the car has come a long way since I dyno'd it with the carb at the engine builder's. I had switched to the SNIPER Q-Jet and hated it along with the fuel pump. Since I switched out the manifold, the entire fuel system, and the SNIPER...it runs awesome now. I love the consistent performance now way more than a carb. I fought with carb issues on my Chevelle for awhile before I went to this same SNIPER on that restoration. I have no desire to go back and fight with carbs at high altitude. The performance is rock steady and consistent!
#149
Thanks 68 Cutlass....I love it too and am partial to the 71s myself. I had one in high school and always wanted to get another one and do the things to it that I could never afford as a teenager making $3.15/hour. The old cars are just the bomb!
#150
I know people who also have issues with the Sniper and 90% of the issues is due to the fact the ECU is located inside the throttle body where it is subjected to heat and RFI. Holley Terminator X and Dominator have separate ECU's like modern cars have and that eliminates the issue the Sniper has.
Others have Sniper and it runs okay. No doubt the Terminator and Dominator are the best of the Holley EFI systems. Sniper can work but when it doesn't, it becomes a constant headache.
Others have Sniper and it runs okay. No doubt the Terminator and Dominator are the best of the Holley EFI systems. Sniper can work but when it doesn't, it becomes a constant headache.
#151
Dave
#152
My wife thinks if I continue to fix the ones that others destroy...it keeps me from buying more for myself and enhancing my collection.
#154
#158
Thanks! I appreciate it. The Billet Specialties wheels look good and somewhat similar to the Olds wheels. I get allot of people that come up and look at them at the car gatherings. The Olds stickers on the center caps help with the intrigue as well.
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