56 oldsmobile specs book

The first tool youll want in hand, when working on your 1957 oldsmobile, is this service manual. Dimensions and special station item of equipment, whether it is stan alphabetical index. Mar 07, 2005 not going to go into specs here, but will just talk about what fits what physically. Oldsmobile was the first to create other safety measures that were more reliable and proactive, particularly the airbag. Not going to go into specs here, but will just talk about what fits what physically. Engine rod bearings and main bearingsfusick automotive. Classics on autotrader has listings for new and used 1956 oldsmobile ninetyeight classics for sale near you. V8 oldsmobiles were automaticonly in 1949 as oldsmobile lacked a manual gearbox that could handle. Since the w29 package listed in the 1976 oldsmobile specs book doesnt state that its only available with certain engines, it appears that the base six was the standard engine with the 442, as well. Scancustom 1956 oldsmobile 98 specs, photos, modification.

All wmachines for the 1966 to at least 1972 model year were made in lansing m is the 7th character in the vin. Vintage oldsmobile 88 and 98 cars for sale classifieds. The oldsmobile cutlass was an automobile made by the oldsmobile division of. Sez 55 engines are numbered from v400001 to v983275. It starts with general information, then proceeds to cover. The 19541956 oldsmobile 98 and super 88 was arguably the best combination of styling, performance, engineering, and craftsmanship seen from lansing since wwii. Oldsmobile sold 354,001 units and moved up to fourth place. If you arent sure how a 56 oldsmobile look orginal see the 2 pictures below. So in 1908, the oldsmobile brand became part of the general motors concern. Our 19611977 cutlass catalog includes parts and accessories for your. Our 56 test car was some 140 pounds heavier than the 55 4door we tested last year and of even more importance was the fact that the 55 test was conducted in placid california weather, while the current test took place on an extremely cold michigan day.

Late oldspontiac roller lifters are a dropin for the 4956 blocks, if building an early race engine with a solid roller cam. The oldsmobile super 88 is a saloon sedan with a front mounted engine which transmits the power through the rear wheels. Rod bearing set, standard, 1950 56 oldsmobile 303, 324 v8. Used, project or restored 1956 oldsmobile classic cars for sale.

We are a fullservice mailorder company with our own stock of nos, reproduction, and used parts and accessories for classic cadillacs, oldmobiles, pontiacs, and fords. The oldsmobile 88 is a fullsize car that was sold and produced by oldsmobile from 1949 until. From 1950 to 1974 the 88 was the divisions topselling line, particularly the entrylevel models such as the 88 and dynamic 88. Rod bearing set for 1950 56 oldsmobile 303 and 324 v8 engines.

Oldsmobile 88 1956 find out the correct alloy wheel fitment, pcd, offset and such specs as bolt pattern, thread sizethd, center borecb for oldsmobile 88 1956. The 5964 has the same journal size as 56 8, but is 14 longer usually spotted by the gap between the flange and the first journal. Its 8 cylinder, overhead valve naturally aspirated engine has 2 valves per cylinder and a capacity of 6. Used oldsmobile cutlass for sale in oregon city, or. By late 1956, many olds dealers learned about the problem. Plenty of fullcolor photos and stepbystep engine builds showcase exactly how these engines should be built to deliver the most power per dollar. The 1974 oldsmobile tornado was the first passenger car to be equipped with airbags. Directory of services listing of dealers, companies and individuals offering cars, parts and services for antique, classic, vintage and muscle cars engine vin codes decodes engine codes used in vehicle identification numbers vins for cars starting around 1953 museums listing of automobile museums, as well as museums with. Scroll down the list below to find classic oldsmobiles, beginning with the horseless carriage curved dash oldsmobile and continuing through classic oldsmobile 88 and oldsmobile 98 motorcars, futuramic, super 88, rocket 88, starfire, holiday, j2, fiesta wagon, dynamic 88, delta 88, f85, cutlass, 442, w30, toronado, vista cruiser wagon and more. Linda vaughn book hurst shifter miss olds vaughan golden olds 442 garlits fits. The 5658 has a window to adjust the points and the advance weights are under the rotor. Download 17 1956 oldsmobile 88 stock photos for free or amazingly low rates.

Search for specifications find automobile specifications. Join millions of people using oodle to find unique used cars for sale, certified preowned car listings, and new car classifieds. This is the pivot pin where the shock absorber arm meets the steering knuckle. Cutlass, f85, w30, w31, cutlass supreme, rally sport, salon, cutlass s, 442, vista cruiser download a free catalog, or have one sent right to your door. Data or facts the most detailed information on standard and optional equipment, specifications, dimensions, accessories, and trim packages. Printed by gm, this is the original book that olds mechanics used to service cars. Oldsmobile parts, oldsmobile oem parts online car parts. Aug 20, 2008 oldsmobiles reign as the hottest performer in the land proved to be shortlived. You will find detailed service procedures for lubrication, hydramatic, front suspension, steering, rear suspension, brakes, engine, engine tuneup, clutch, synchromesh, frame, bumpers, electrical, airconditioning, instrument panel, radio, chassissheet metal, and body. The 56 8 cam has the same length as 4955, but has larger journals. Sep 23, 2012 explore haydocybuickgmcs board vintage oldsmobile, followed by 210. Craigslist search, craigslist is no longer supported. The oldsmobile v8, also referred to as the rocket, is series of engines that was produced by. Fits 1954 56 oldsmobile 88, 98, super 88, starfire and 19541956 buick special and century select one black 2295 charcoal 702 dark green 45 light blue 3608 light green 4764 light saddle 4766 maroon 4545 medium blue 2309 navy blue 4489 palomino 902 pure white 2305 red 0511 saddle 4544 white 4824.

The 1956 oldsmobile eightyeight series measures 203. When its time to work on your 1956 oldsmobile, this service manual is the first tool youll want in your hand. Upper control arm pivot pin kit for all 193654 oldsmobile models, 193739 buick special and century series 40 and 60 models, and all 1940 56 buicks. In 2000, it was decided to disband the oldsmobile brand, which fell out of the new concept of general motors, which localized a specific brand for each country. Oldsmobile eightyeight super 88 1956, battery cable by lectric limited. For this model it develops power and torque figures of 330 bhp 335 ps246 kw at 4600 rpm and 596 nm 440 lbft60. Oldsmobile engineers say that they have turned in better times than the ones we recorded.

Dec 21, 2006 ive got the standard catalog of oldsmobile out, and it must be wrong. Produced in wentzville, missouri, and both flint and lake orion, michigan, the oldsmobile eighty eight was a representation of an im. Olds, bearing also, some cadillac bearings will work. Find 1956 oldsmobile cars for sale on oodle classifieds. Updatedput the 100nos hp shot to the car and it went 10. Oldsmobile models classic car database, specifications. Permission is granted to copy, distribute andor modify this document under the terms of the gnu free documentation license, version 1. The 324cid rocket v8 remained the only engine choice, with a twobarrel setup producing 170 hp on the series 88 and a fourbarrel carb producing 185 hp on. Engine, horsepower, torque, dimensions and mechanical details for the 1955 oldsmobile super 88.

In 2004 the brand was disbanded, and the oldsmobile plants passed under the control of the chevrolet brand. But it also sez that 57s were numbered a001001 and up, and i cant believe 56 and 57 would use the same numbering system. General motors began developing its first compact cars in 1956, beginning with. By 1952, the 88 was growing inexorably bigger and although oldsmobile engineers had little trouble getting more power out of the rocket engine by 1955, it boasted 202 gross horsepower 151 kw newer, lighter cars soon surpassed its performance. The oldsmobile 88 marketed from 1989 on as the eighty eight is a fullsize car that was sold and produced by oldsmobile from 1949 until 1999.

In the mid1970s, drivers were less likely to wear seat belts while driving. Oldsmobile 455 425 400 350 330 performance v8 engine rebuild book manual fits. The 54s boasted allnew xmember frames with longer wheelbases longest on 98s, biggerbore rocket v8s with more power, and colorful new squareshouldered styling marked by gms. Unfortunately, 1968 to 1971 442s can be made up to w30s if they have all the right parts. Anyone considering use of an oldsmobile v8 to power their ride will save time, money, and headaches by following the clear and honest advice offered in how to build max performance oldsmobile v8s.

Shop millions of cars from over 21,000 dealers and find the perfect car. The rear window is locked and a smaller window put in. Since 1990 usa parts supply has offered quality merchandise at honest prices to customers worldwide. You will find out the dealers inside information that is far more detailed than a sales brochure. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 14 cutlass models in oregon city. Upper control arm pivot pin kit, 193654 oldsmobile, 1937 56 buick. Apr 25, 2017 for our continuing highlights of engine month, lets use 425 to look at a pair of 425 cubicinch engines that bookended the era of excessive displacement. The super 88 was the midline model, and it added a convertible to the same lineup. This oem 1956 oldsmobile shop manual is a high quality authorized licensed reproduction of the original shop manual published by oldsmobile division. The oldsmobile 88 remained the entrylevel model, with two and fourdoor sedans, and a twodoor hollywood hardtop. Check out the 19541956 oldsmobiles, including pictures and specs.

The name 442 was derived from its features 4 barrel carburetor, 4 speed manual transmission. The fenders in back is 5 longer with 56 packard lights. For 1972 only, the vins engine digit will contain an x. You will find the following information in this book. Though the cam specs for the fourspeed and automatic w30s were carried over, ac was not available with the w30 in 1972, which negated the need for the ac cam and the 3. Have a pair of 425s from oldsmobile and cadillac on 425. Were talking about the oldsmobile 425 of the mid1960s and the cadillac 425 of the late 1970s. This oem 1957 oldsmobile shop manual is a high quality authorized licensed reproduction of the original shop manual published by oldsmobile division. Shop oldsmobile cutlass vehicles for sale in oregon city, or at cars. The w27 option was reduced to an aluminum differential cover, foregoing the aluminum carrier of the previous year. Find 1955 oldsmobile cars for sale on oodle classifieds. Engine, horsepower, torque, dimensions and mechanical details for the 1956 oldsmobile.

Technical rocket oldsmobile v8 information compiled. That is from gene adams who built ken bates engine. This topgrade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a wellbalanced design and high. Technical rocket oldsmobile v8 information compiled the h. For 1976, the 105hp 250 chevy straightsix was the base cutlass engine.