Driving impressions.72 Olds 442

[DW31S]

I'd be a little suspect on the old tires. While they may look good, they could actually be "worn" out just from sitting----I would see just how old they are. That 455 (if original) didn't make a whole lot of HP due to several things, and waking it up won't be too hard. I hear ya loud and clear on the power steering. I'm finishing up a '72 442 and I put manual steering back in instead of P/S. I think your goals are attainable with ET and MPG. Keep us informed on your progress.

[ZiggyL78]

Thanks guys.
Ya.These tires have to go.I really wanted Drag Radials but I got these 10x28 Hoosiers on 15x8 Rally wheels for $150 and the tires are like new.I'll probably buy Drag Radials next year.On a side note a buddy of mine went 9.8s on a pair of Sportsman Pros.I didn't know those tires worked that well and they look like they have enough tread to drive home if you get caught in the rain.DRs are a nightmare on wet roads.
Another thing I forgot to mention is this car stops pretty good for an old car.I thought I read somewhere that the last years of the A body got better brakes?