Auto Parts: 86 olds- air Pulse tube, air tubes, pulse tube

Question

Hi  Mike,

                 I'm trying to find a new air pulse tube that has rusted through on my 86 olds V8 5L engine. Im trying to keep the car as original as possible,or I would disconnect the system. Do you have any suggestions as to where to find one or how I might make a repair to the one I have. Bob

Answer
    Are we talking about the tube that delivers air to the catalytic converter?  If so, Airtex and PCI both make it, although I think it might be a universal one.  If we're talking about the air tubes to the manifold, Standard and Airtex both make them (a left and a right).  Call a few stores and one ought to be able to get you one; I really doubt that anyone will have it in stock for such an old car.