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by classicarsva
Thu Apr 08, 2021 1:16 pm
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: 1966 Toronado tires. Perfect!!
Replies: 2
Views: 12731

1966 Toronado tires. Perfect!!

I saw in the latest email from Jane that someone is looking for tires. I purchased a new set of radial tires from Diamond Back Tires (4 for $1,100). They make a “Toronado” tire matching the original factory narrow W/W using BF Goodrich radials 255 x 70 R15, the widest which will fit in wheel wells w...
by classicarsva
Sat Jan 09, 2021 6:57 pm
Forum: For Sale: Toronados
Topic: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze
Replies: 8
Views: 43045

Re: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze

The Flat bracket is 6" long on each side (like the package photo). Look at the bottle photo to see where to cut and how to bend. Measurer more than once and take in to account the bend uses about 1/4".
by classicarsva
Tue Dec 29, 2020 9:19 am
Forum: For Sale: Toronados
Topic: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze
Replies: 8
Views: 43045

Re: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze

I do have the complete original air cleaner assembly and valve covers in great shape. However, my first repairs to the car were replace leaking manifold exhaust gaskets and rebuild the carb. While doing that, I took the opportunity to repaint the engine (it is more of a blue than the photo shows). I...
by classicarsva
Mon Dec 28, 2020 5:41 pm
Forum: For Sale: Toronados
Topic: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze
Replies: 8
Views: 43045

Re: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze

Hi Otto, I have been restoring my own classic cars and antique boats most of my life (75) and have also had a restoration shop to do the same for others as a profession. My passion is to return classic "Works of Art" back to life for future generations to learn, use and enjoy! I love the p...
by classicarsva
Sun Dec 27, 2020 8:04 pm
Forum: For Sale: Toronados
Topic: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze
Replies: 8
Views: 43045

Re: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze

Interior
by classicarsva
Sun Dec 27, 2020 8:01 pm
Forum: For Sale: Toronados
Topic: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze
Replies: 8
Views: 43045

Re: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze

425 Engine
by classicarsva
Sat Dec 26, 2020 11:29 pm
Forum: For Sale: Toronados
Topic: 1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze
Replies: 8
Views: 43045

1966 Toronado Deluxe - Autumn Bronze

My 66 Toro.jpg This 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado Deluxe Coupe is beautifully repainted in it’s original color of Autumn Bronze metallic. The interior carpet, front seats and factory drivers floor mat are restored as original. The rear seat, trim, all door panels and headliner are excellent original! Th...
by classicarsva
Thu Aug 02, 2018 11:35 pm
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: TH-425 transmission Service in Virginia??
Replies: 5
Views: 11119

Re: TH-425 transmission Service in Virginia??

Hi Guys, Thanks to Otto and Bruce for your suggestions. I hope to diagnose the problem without pulling the transmission. I just have an aversion to pulling the trans for no good reason. That happens SO much these days with shops just replacing parts until the problem goes away. You pay many $$$ and ...
by classicarsva
Tue Jul 31, 2018 10:38 pm
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: TH-425 transmission Service in Virginia??
Replies: 5
Views: 11119

TH-425 transmission Service in Virginia??

My 1966 Toronado transmission has problems and needs help! Does anyone know of a qualified Toronado mechanic
located in or near Virginia ?? My previous forum post did not resolve the issue despite the kind suggestions of Bruce Roe, our transmission guru.
Thanks,
Garland Gentry
by classicarsva
Mon Jul 02, 2018 8:26 am
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: 1966 Toronado transmission problems!
Replies: 3
Views: 9060

Re: 1966 Toronado transmission problems!

Hi Bruce, Though I could not figure out how to remove the governor weights from the "cup" housing, they seemed to move freely and the valve moved up and down smoothly. Do I assume correctly that the shaft orientation makes no difference as long as you get the plastic tooth gear to mesh pro...

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