Background Info

• • A Brief History of the FWD E-Body
         A summary of the evolution of the E-Body from 1966 to 1985.
          Includes tech features as well as GM Engineering Journal links.

• Design & Engineering of the 1979-85 Eldorados
       A deep-dive into running changes from the crude '79 model to
        to the polished '85's. Features new options, a look at the V864
        system and even a dealer video.

• • More than a dress-up package
         What started as a sports-handling package in '81 evolved into
          the '82-'85 Touring Coupe. Suspension upgrades, alloy wheel
          offerings and interior/exterior color options are explored.

The Spotters Guide

• Interior & Exterior Changes by Year
       A very detailed look at interior and exterior styling by year.
        Includes optional equipment, ASC convertibles, etc.

• Speedometer & Instrument Panel Changes
       For the instrumentation geek, a review of the many instrument
        panel variations, including speedometer updates, changes in
       warning lights, evolution of the MPG Sentinel, etc.

Engine Swapping

                  Swapping in an Olds engine in place of a 4100?
                  What you need and how to pull it off.

• Engine Swap Guide (Parts 1 & 2)
       Engine removal, compatible parts, donor cars, tips & tricks...

• Electrical Swap Guide
       Everything you need for a functional climate control, TCC
        lockup, cruise control, warning lights, etc.

Factory Option Info & Specifications

• Sound System Options
       A deep-dive on Delco's stereo options by year, including
        CB, cassette and 8-track. Plus a look at their '77 digital unit.

• Options & Specifications
       VIN Decoder, RPO Codes, Final Drive Ratios, Available Equipment.

• TSB's (Technical Service Bulletins)
       The future home of '79-'85 TSB's.

• • Tech Info + Tips & Tricks
         Speedo Gear Ratios, Radio Repair, Tackling Door Rattles
          Trim Removal, Climate Control Compatibility, Power Antenna
          Repair, Converting Bose to a Standard System, Opera Lights, etc.
   
• • The Olds Analog EFI System
         The ins-and-outs of the 1975-80 analog EFI system with
         part numbers and pointers.
   
• • In Defense of DEFI - A high level analysis
         An opinion-piece on a major automotive breakthrough.
   
• • Digital-to-Analog Speedometer Swap
         Speedometer cluster removal, and how to convert to analog.
   
• • 1982-1985 Electrical Diagrams
         Physical component locations & wiring schematics

• • How to access and interpret trouble codes and live
               engine data on DEFI & 4100 systems.

The E/K Display  -  Now For Pre-Order
 

• • Make your Fuel Data display useful after an engine swap

A stock-looking solution that provides engine data in place of your
defunct 'Fuel Data' display. Plus it controls torque converter lockup
and alerts you to 'out of bounds' conditions.
     -Works on V6, Diesel, and '79 Eldos, too.

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