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[GMCnet] Re: Does "S" shift position have engine braking? [message #365736 is a reply to message #365734] Tue, 27 July 2021 22:01 Go to previous messageGo to previous message
James Hupy is currently offline  James Hupy   United States
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Originally the 442 indicated 4 barrel, 4 speed, and dual exhausts. Or
something like that. And yes indeed, it would turn the tires. Worked on a
bunch of those. That 4 speed was almost indestructible. Hell for strong.
Jim Hupy
Salem, Oregon

On Tue, Jul 27, 2021, 7:24 PM Keith V wrote:

> Ha ha ha, the Olds 442 did a LOT of engine braking, the rear tires
> squealed like nothing Ive ever heard before.
> But the transmission and all parts seemed no worse for wear!
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> Keith V wrote on Tue, 27 July 2021 16:22
>> I do t know, i remember getting reverse at 60mph. That was exciting!
>
> Don't leave a guy hanging, Keith - what the hell happened???
>
> Richard
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