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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-30-2007, 01:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 569
Posted By dath

Thanks everyone! I do have a couple of books on...

Thanks everyone! I do have a couple of books on the subject of building engines, blue printing, and "high performance" Chevy build ups. I'll probably stick pretty close to what I already have as...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-29-2007, 03:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 569
Posted By dath

Pulled the engine today. . .

Just thought I'd update folks as to my progress with my problem 383. My dad came over today and helped me pull it out. . . It's hanging from the puller right now as I didn't have the right bolts to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-16-2007, 04:36 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,755
Posted By dath

I think you should try again on the carb side. ...

I think you should try again on the carb side. What you need to do is pour about 1/3 of the bottle in while it is running, and then immediately shut the car off. The bottle says to wait for five...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-16-2007, 01:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,329
Posted By dath

Ohh, what are you sending him that will help out,...

Ohh, what are you sending him that will help out, inquiring minds want to know! A hammer? :smash:

If nobody gives you a better suggestion, I would guess your least expensive alternative way to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-16-2007, 01:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,075
Posted By dath

It is hard to see for sure, but how much...

It is hard to see for sure, but how much clearance is there between the flywheel gear and the hub of the starter gear? I think if you can get the end of a paper clip to just fit between the flywheel...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-16-2007, 12:51 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 826
Posted By dath

Right, what Scott said. You can technically put...

Right, what Scott said. You can technically put it in in any orientation you wish as long as the vacuum booster doesn't get in the way. If you want the "correct" orientation, look up the tech paper...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-16-2007, 12:47 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 8,755
Posted By dath

Yeah, in the mode of pouring it down the carb or...

Yeah, in the mode of pouring it down the carb or through the vacuum line it is used for top end cleaning. As already stated I believe, it can also be added to the oil and the gas tank as well. I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-14-2007, 10:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 525
Posted By dath

Always go back to what you know and what worked. ...

Always go back to what you know and what worked. I'd readjust the lash following Lars's directions again. Out of curiosity, why did you decide to "snug them up"?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-13-2007, 08:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,396
Posted By dath

To put the following into context, I was guessing...

To put the following into context, I was guessing at needing bottom end work done on my 383 as per this thread:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=1752394

Decided to search the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-13-2007, 06:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,396
Posted By dath

Anyone?

Anyone?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-13-2007, 04:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,350
Posted By dath

MotorHead - Yeah I'm glad that folks picked up on...

MotorHead - Yeah I'm glad that folks picked up on that. I would hate for anyone to have to go through this, our cars can be enough headache at times without the added stress of engine build issues. ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-13-2007, 03:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,350
Posted By dath

It is an alternative to using a PCV and breather....

It is an alternative to using a PCV and breather. Basically you drill a hole in your headers and run a tube from the headers up to the valve cover. This isn't something one would normally do on a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-12-2007, 02:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,396
Posted By dath

Machine shop in Portland, Oregon area?

Anyone know of a good machine shop they could recommend in the Portland area (preferably Beaverton)? I may be needing some work done on my 383 and would like to find a reputable shop that would do...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-12-2007, 02:25 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,350
Posted By dath

Any comments on my previous comment? I'm hoping...

Any comments on my previous comment? I'm hoping to spend a little more time on this over the weekend. I may even be persuaded to put the intake and carb back on. . .
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-11-2007, 12:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,350
Posted By dath

I have always heard that anything over 10% is...

I have always heard that anything over 10% is considered very high. Certainly it would be worth doing again and is no big deal since it is so easy with the rockers off anyhow. It is a little hard...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-09-2007, 05:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,350
Posted By dath

Lars - thanks! Yes, those were with oil, but it...

Lars - thanks! Yes, those were with oil, but it wasn't really evenly sprayed, I didn't use a fogger, I just squirted some in as I didn't want to turn it over after the year sitting without a little...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-09-2007, 12:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,350
Posted By dath

TTT Lars, gkull? Anyone? :)

TTT

Lars, gkull? Anyone? :)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-08-2007, 09:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 888
Posted By dath

I have the Dart Iron Eagle heads with straight...

I have the Dart Iron Eagle heads with straight plug holes and Dynomax headers with no clearance issues. I believe that the straight holes should work for other headers as well, but you'd want to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-08-2007, 09:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,350
Posted By dath

Oil consumption & leakdown results

Hello All, I've been away for a long while as it was just too painful (and time consuming with my work schedule being very crazy) to hang out here while I wasn't able to pay attention to my car. My...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-11-2006, 08:09 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,583
Posted By dath

Well, this is interesting, however, I just...

Well, this is interesting, however, I just checked the Valvoline website and found some information on their NSL (not street legal) racing oil that leads me to believe that what they said is bogus,...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-01-2005, 07:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 372
Posted By dath

Oh, oh, I'm in for $15 :D Seriously though,...

Oh, oh, I'm in for $15 :D

Seriously though, is this the actual metal grill that replaces the license plate bracket? You have any pictures? I'd be interested, but I'm also not sure what it's...
Forum: C3 General
10-20-2005, 06:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 343
Posted By dath

gerry72 - Yeah, I was definitely going to get a...

gerry72 - Yeah, I was definitely going to get a dual gauge model. This isn't quite a "last resort", but I know I'm burning a significant amount of oil and I need to figure out why and I would rather...
Forum: C3 General
10-20-2005, 04:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 343
Posted By dath

Which leakdown tester?

Hey Guys,

Stupid question of the day time . . . I need to get a leakdown tester, but I'm torn between the Summit and the Proform models (assuming they are not horrible). I'm looking for...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2005, 03:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,061
Posted By dath

That's why I avoid freeway driving at the moment...

That's why I avoid freeway driving at the moment :) It's the cruising speed that is the worry. Also, without any further tuning, the transmission will still shift into third gear early, or at least...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-15-2005, 01:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,061
Posted By dath

[/QUOTE] The reason I wouldn't recommend...

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The reason I wouldn't recommend putting a torque converter with a 2500 RPM stall on a car with 3.08 gears is that you will end up below the stall speed while crusing, which means that you...
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