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December 29, 2025

Reproduction/replacement fuel tanks

What is the best source for reproduction fuel tanks for Oldsmobile 442s? I will be needing one in several months, so I would like to order it soon to ensure I have it when I need it. Thank you.

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Paul

Dec 31, 2025

I spoke with Classic to Current Fabrication today regarding their fuel tanks. The fuel tanks they sell are certified GM restoration parts. They have multiple years and vent variations for Oldsmobiles and some other GM vehicles. They do sell a variety of other tanks that are not certified but are general aftermarket style tanks as well. The ones with the GM Restoration Parts logos are the certified parts.

December 9, 2025

Recommended suppliers for wire harnesses

I am planning to replace all of the wiring harnesses in my 1970 Olds 442 as the entire interior was removed and it was sandblasted with the exterior and coated with POR to preserve the metal. Being this is a full frame off restoration; I don't want to put the 55+ year old harnesses back in as the wiring is pretty brittle. Please share any recommendations for wiring suppliers that you may have.

Thank you.

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John Falcone

Dec 30, 2025

I required my 71 ac convertible using American auto wire. The harness, printable instruction abd support were amazing

December 9, 2025

Will aftermarket HEI distributors work on an OAI car?

Has anyone tried to use an aftermarket HEI distributor on an OAI car with the factory OAI air cleaner setup in place? I have 1970 442 with OAI.

I have seen a few instances of people removing the air cleaner assembly and using standard GM HEI distributors with aftermarket chrome open element air filters.

I am looking at the MSD 8529 for my car for the simple maintenance and reliability when compared to a points type. Or is it a better bet just to rebuild the factory point type distributor?

Is there any risk to the factory Tic-Toc Tach when using an aftermarket distributor?

Any recommendations or suggestions would be appreciated. Thank you.

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Paul

Dec 29, 2025

After some additional research, I am planning on going with a Pertronix ignition conversion kit. This allows me to retain the original distributor and move to a more reliable ignition system that can be converted back to points if desired. Has anyone used these? Please share any feedback or recommendations. Thank you.