Mordern accessories for C3?
11-05-2009, 10:32 PM
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Mordern accessories for C3?
What would be your best modern accessory for the C3, if you could only have one?
I'm torn between fuel injection and anti-lock brakes. But driver and pass. side airbags wouldn't be bad.
I'm torn between fuel injection and anti-lock brakes. But driver and pass. side airbags wouldn't be bad.
11-05-2009, 10:40 PM
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C4, C5, or C6 suspension.
11-05-2009, 10:44 PM
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11-05-2009, 10:54 PM
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Rick B.
11-05-2009, 11:14 PM
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If I only had one choice, it would be a Keisler 5-spd. If I could choose 2, then a Keisler 5-spd and EZ-EFI fuel injection.
HOWEVER, I already have a GM 350/330 HO crate engine, long-tube ceramic headers, true dual exhaust, front and rear composite spring with gas-charged shocks, power rack & pinion steering (Steeroids), Hydroboost brakes, electric headlight actuators, 18x8 wheels/tires, and bonded bumper covers.
WARNING: You are on the edge of a slippery slope to a really nice resto-mod.
HOWEVER, I already have a GM 350/330 HO crate engine, long-tube ceramic headers, true dual exhaust, front and rear composite spring with gas-charged shocks, power rack & pinion steering (Steeroids), Hydroboost brakes, electric headlight actuators, 18x8 wheels/tires, and bonded bumper covers.
WARNING: You are on the edge of a slippery slope to a really nice resto-mod.
11-05-2009, 11:20 PM
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Drifting
However, if you having a complete car is important, then you should have those things. They just aren't important to me. I will spend my time and money on other issues with my Corvette.
11-06-2009, 06:28 AM
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my priority list for the most important upgrades for a C3 :
1- C4/5 suspension.
2- Hydroboost brakes.
3- Rack and penion steering
4- fuel injection
5- Overdrive transmission
6- Seats.
7- Stereo (in case you dont have a side pipes).
1- C4/5 suspension.
2- Hydroboost brakes.
3- Rack and penion steering
4- fuel injection
5- Overdrive transmission
6- Seats.
7- Stereo (in case you dont have a side pipes).
11-06-2009, 07:39 AM
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Race Director
For me it is
OD transmission - Done
Fuel injection - Done
Hydroboost brakes - Done
Steeroids - Done
Better suspension - Done
Comfy seats - Done
Many other small items - mostly done
Custom Frame with modern suspension and LS power - In the far future, college expenses coming up
OD transmission - Done
Fuel injection - Done
Hydroboost brakes - Done
Steeroids - Done
Better suspension - Done
Comfy seats - Done
Many other small items - mostly done
Custom Frame with modern suspension and LS power - In the far future, college expenses coming up
11-06-2009, 08:14 AM
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Actually, I'm pretty happy with my 69. I've put in electronic ignition, a DeWitts fan set-up, new suspension. It runs and rides very well. I guess I'd say modern seats if I had to pin point something. I never would, but I couldn't imagine taking this on a 6 hour roadtrip, my back couldn't take it. While these seat aren't horrible, compared to my H3, it's like sitting on a rock!
11-06-2009, 08:18 AM
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Team Owner
Throttle body EFI that looks like a Q-jet... 
1. EFI/computer
2. O.D. 4-speed auto tranny w/lockup
3. anti-lock brakes (w/ OFF switch)
4. better seats
5. air bags in steering wheel and passenger dash.
1. EFI/computer
2. O.D. 4-speed auto tranny w/lockup
3. anti-lock brakes (w/ OFF switch)
4. better seats
5. air bags in steering wheel and passenger dash.
11-06-2009, 08:26 AM
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2023 C3 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
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My only concession to stock on my 68 was a modern stereo and radial tires. If I want modern I drive the C5.
11-06-2009, 12:27 PM
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OD trans is tops on my list. I'd also like to have fuel injection, electric fans and keyless entry door locks. I do already have a nice stereo system, otherwise that would be tops on the list.
11-06-2009, 01:02 PM
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So far I have changed my 1980 with...
House of Kolor cu$tom paint
C4 seats/ custom interior
road racing suspension/adjustable gas shocks
ported ZZ4
TPI fuel injection
Keisler TKO-500 5 speed
serpentine belt
twin electric fans
aluminum radiator
CD
SSBC Force 10 aluminum calipers/slotted rotors
17" TTII wheels
gauges
I forget...
etc.
The 2 best mods were the fuel injection and the larger wheels, with the motor and tranny a close 3rd. The difference in handling with the larger wheel/tire combo was amazing, and the reliability and torque from the FI was great in a mostly street driven car.
House of Kolor cu$tom paint
C4 seats/ custom interior
road racing suspension/adjustable gas shocks
ported ZZ4
TPI fuel injection
Keisler TKO-500 5 speed
serpentine belt
twin electric fans
aluminum radiator
CD
SSBC Force 10 aluminum calipers/slotted rotors
17" TTII wheels
gauges
I forget...
etc.
The 2 best mods were the fuel injection and the larger wheels, with the motor and tranny a close 3rd. The difference in handling with the larger wheel/tire combo was amazing, and the reliability and torque from the FI was great in a mostly street driven car.
11-06-2009, 01:58 PM
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Burning Brakes
When my "81" is completely built I will surely get a modern radio CD player made for my year, other than that it will stay completely factory stock including the spare. (just had to throw that in)
11-06-2009, 02:22 PM
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Burning Brakes
I've done more mods then I care to write down, but the best yet that I've been very happy with this the Hydrobooster set-up. This thing stops on a dime and with very little effort.