The Olds F-85 received a fresh chassis and sheetmetal in 1968. With the 442 becoming its own model, the F-85 found itself as the basis for the higher trim Cutlass models while still being equipped with Oldsmobile's new 350 cubic inch V8.

Creates a considerably hotter spark that lets the flame expand more rapidly in the combustion chamber and a more complete and efficient burn of the air/fuel mixture