Jetfire Turbo Rocket Fluid

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In this chart is Jim Noel’s method of mixing the correct amount of alcohol and lubricant to replace what GM called ‘Turbo-Rocket Fluid’. Additional Comments: Windshield washer fluid is the cheapest source of methyl alcohol

Air Filters

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Two types of air filters were used in the same air cleaner housing.  There was a “pleated paper” element that was disposable and replaced about every 10,000 to 12,000 miles.  I have never seen one,

What F85 models were produced?

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The lowest price F-85 was named “F-85”. You could get it in a two door coupe (post), a 4 door sedan, a 2 door soft top (convertible) or station wagon, all were 2 bbl carbs

1962 – Belongs to History

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Where it started for me: Back in 1962 just out of the Navy I bought a brand new Lemans conv and in 2006 with a few extra bucks to spend began looking for another Lemans

1962 F85 Cutlass Convertible

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Hello, Olds Folks! My wife and I purchased the “Blue 62” in April of 2008, joined N.A.O.C, the O.C.A. and the Atlanta based Dixie Olds Chapter of O.C.A. In a very short time, we have

1962 F85 with Major Changes Under the Hood!

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I am not a purist but I love the basics of the ’62 Cutlass, the body style, the aluminum V8 and of course the fact that I never see another one at cruise night.  I

My First Jetfire – II

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Recently, I talked to the current owner of my original car (see my first article).  You should have seen the smiles throughout our discussion.  He bought the car for his daughters to drive to high

Jim Noel’s Bio

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My name is Jim Noel and I live in Bloomington, MN. I was born in 1941 in St. Paul, MN and my parents moved to South Minneapolis, MN that year. I have one brother two

1962 JETFIRE CONVERTIBLE (conversion….)

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My Jetfire engine is a ’63.  I purchased it in 2001 in Tucson, AZ when I got my 1962 Olds F85 Sports Convertible.  Seems the previous owner had bought the complete engine “as is” from

Tech Articles from Noel

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Following is a list of technical articles from Jim. Some have already been written (click on the red lettering). Others will be written as time permits. If you are interested in a particular subject, please

Recent Articles

Turbo System Safety Checks

Turbo System Safety Checks

The safety components of the factory designed turbo system have some interactive groups of safety "c...(read article)

Engine Front Drive Pulleys

Engine Front Drive Pulleys

The standard drive pulley has one groove. It drives the water pump/fan and alternator or generator. ...(read article)

1961-1963 F85 Car and Option Prices

1961-1963 F85 Car and Option Prices

Attached to this article is PDF file containing an extensive list of car and option pricing for 1961...(read article)

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