1968 OLDSMOBILE 4-4-2 442 455 OVAL AIR CLEANER ASSEMBLY
DESCRIPTION
OEM 1968 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 400/455 oval Air Cleaner. The assembly has been media blasted and refinished in gloss red to present a period correct image. The single snorkel with oval end (as opposed to smaller unit for 350 cars) is in good condition and features a fully functional ThermAC pre-heater along with an original vacuum line (light overspray is apparent). The base is very clean and comes with a correct 1968 air temperature sensor (ATS) installed with the correct flat retainer. The exterior features a GM licensed reproduction Air Cleaner Service Decal (OG=68) that replaces the originally located silk screen. As an added measure, an original date stamp has been recreated to add a nice touch of authenticity. There is a very small indentation on the bottom of the snorkel - also out of sight once installed, but mentioned for clarity. This assembly is specific to 1968 cars due to the location of the filter breather outlet, snorkel size/orientation, and pre-heater inlet location on the bottom of the snorkel.
An OEM lid enhances the assembly and features an original seal; note that the rim features one indentation - out of sight once installed, but mentioned for clarity.To complete the package, a new heavy duty air filter , along with a new breather filter and period correct wing nut are included. To add further distinction, a choice of one (1) GM licensed 4-4-2 decal or reproduction 455 Plate is included to complement the assembly. Please specify this in a note to seller; If no note is provided, the 4-4-2 decal will be provided.
As an extra bonus, the assembly comes with a two piece metal pre-heater set. The upper piece has a nice original rubber grommet that seals the unit to the bottom of the snorkel inlet; the lower piece slides onto the upper piece, then fits into the exhaust manifold flange of the stove/pre-heater shroud. Both pieces present and function very well.
This assembly is in nice condition and will enhance your restoration. Best of all, it is a genuine GM part! This is an original assembly with no apparent alterations.
For further information on the restoration process and options, please contact us.
APPLICATIONS
This assembly is correct for the following 1968 400/455 models:
Oldsmobile
Cutlass, 4-4-2, Vista Cruiser, Cutlass Supreme, Delta 88, Regency 98
This assembly is a one-year only piece due to the nature of the snorkel, pre-heater inlet location, and valve cover breather element.
FITMENT
The assembly will fit factory 4 barrel Quadrajet carburetors with a 5 1/8" diameter flange, as well as Holley (non-double pumpers), Carter, and Edelbrock variations without electric choke (some adjustment to the carburetor alignment tangs may be required). If you have modified your carburetor, intake manifold or valve covers, please inquire first prior to bidding to ensure fitment is correct. Return requests for non-fitment will not be honored.
CUSTOMER SERVICE, WARRANTY, & RETURNS
CUSTOMER SERVICE
The assembly will ship within one day (usually the day of payment) with shipping/tracking information provided.
WARRANTY
This assembly is guaranteed to match the item description – customers have up to 14 days to return the assembly after receipt if it is not as described.
RETURNS
Assemblies must be returned in the original packing – customers are responsible for return shipping charges. A refund will be issued upon receipt of the inspected assembly. Returns for non-fitment will not be honored – please ask questions first.
CLAIMS
In the event of shipping damage, customers must save all packaging and send 5 digital pictures so Musclecar Air Cleaners can initiate a shipping damage claim.
SHIPPING OPTIONS
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Estimated shipping costs:
US $20-$30
Canada / Hawaii / Alaska $45 +/-
Scandinavia $65 or less
Australia $95 or less
