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Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
08-01-2008, 06:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,072
Posted By Mike_88Z51

I have a set in Silver from my 88. They are...

I have a set in Silver from my 88. They are pretty much immaculate. I'll send you a PM with my contact info and some pics today.

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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-26-2007, 03:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,744
Posted By Mike_88Z51

:iagree: I too have found that often the...

:iagree:

I too have found that often the techs are not as skilled as the machine. In my opinion, this is especially true with the Hunter Road Force balancers. If the machine isn't calibrated...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
09-25-2007, 01:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,103
Posted By Mike_88Z51

:iagree: As toptechx6 said, if the dealers...

:iagree:
As toptechx6 said, if the dealers let the owners do the work, they cannot certify that it got done correctly or even done at all. That would open them to additional lawsuits.



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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-31-2007, 05:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,362
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Based upon your original description and the...

Based upon your original description and the tests you have run per prevoius CF member suggestions, my guess is that you have an injector(s) stuck open or a bad driver in the ECM injector circuit. ...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-15-2007, 07:30 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,703
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Kelly Blue book suggested retail is $12,800 for a...

Kelly Blue book suggested retail is $12,800 for a 90 automatic convertable in excellent condition with 21k miles and all options except hard top and handling package. Pretty close to the "Certified...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-14-2007, 06:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,703
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Citrus Heights is Nor-Cal just outside...

Citrus Heights is Nor-Cal just outside Sacramento. It doesn't rain all summer, but for a short time in mid winter it drops buckets.

8T Shark, if you ever need anyone local for C4 info, feel...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-14-2007, 06:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,786
Posted By Mike_88Z51

It would probably look better with the adapters,...

It would probably look better with the adapters, but it won't look awful without them. If your friend has them on his 84 without adapters, your 87 will look like his setup.

As VetteSlave said,...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-14-2007, 05:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 632
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Before you do anything drastic, I suggest that...

Before you do anything drastic, I suggest that you read extensively in the General Corvette |Car Care forum. The guys there know a lot of excellent info. Search for info on buying and using a...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-14-2007, 05:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,056
Posted By Mike_88Z51

That doesn't sound that bad of a leak down time,...

That doesn't sound that bad of a leak down time, but it may be enough to be the cause of your problem. Try warming the car up and then letting it sit for just 30 minutes to an hour. Before you turn...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-14-2007, 02:49 PM
Replies: 388
Views: 136,687
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Mail Man, I can understand your frustration. If...

Mail Man, I can understand your frustration. If you have an 88 and you don't know if the ABS kicked in, then your ABS wasn't working correctly. On my 88 and my brother's 89 (same ABS system,...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-09-2007, 02:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 893
Posted By Mike_88Z51

:iagree: While I'm pretty sure that you...

:iagree:

While I'm pretty sure that you will find it to be an injector problem, it is a lot easier to swap in a known good spark plug and plug wire just to be sure. I did a complete tune-up on...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-09-2007, 01:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 562
Posted By Mike_88Z51

:iagree: The belts are all pretty much the...

:iagree:
The belts are all pretty much the same. Often made in the same factory on the same line, and then sold under different vendor names. The reason I replaced my belt and pulley at the same...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-09-2007, 01:19 PM
Replies: 388
Views: 136,687
Posted By Mike_88Z51

If swaping the ABS didn't improve things and...

If swaping the ABS didn't improve things and changing to the larger brake system did improve things (with the ABS still intact), I'd say the cause was probably the smaller stock calipers and 12"...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-07-2007, 06:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,179
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Sign me up.

I'd like to suggest...
Road Rage Red
Blindspot Blue
Smoggy Foggy Brown
Full Metal Jacket - Silver Metallic
Global Warming White
or Melting Polar Ice-cap White
Politically Correct Copper...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-07-2007, 06:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,772
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Your first time! How many times are you planning...

Your first time! How many times are you planning on?


Glad to hear you nd the GF are ok.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-07-2007, 05:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,103
Posted By Mike_88Z51

It all depends on the NHTSA ruling for that...

It all depends on the NHTSA ruling for that component. If GM was obligated to replace the parts, they have options. One option is to save enough of the original production on the side to repair all...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-06-2007, 06:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 562
Posted By Mike_88Z51

It may also be the idler pully that provides...

It may also be the idler pully that provides tension for the belt. I had an idler pully start squawking at high rpm a few years back. New belt and pulley and no more squawk. I keep the old belt in...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-06-2007, 06:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,103
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Your info and understanding of Safety recalls is...

Your info and understanding of Safety recalls is incorrect. Yes, the dealer is an independent business and they don't have to do the repair, but GM is obligated to pay for the repair or face a stiff...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-04-2007, 09:10 PM
Replies: 388
Views: 136,687
Posted By Mike_88Z51

You may be correct. I don't have any training or...

You may be correct. I don't have any training or experience working with the ABS modulator valve internals. My 88 FSM says that the Modulator valve consists of 3 solenoid valves, 2 accumulator...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-04-2007, 08:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 893
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Leaking injector. Vey common in Vettes with high...

Leaking injector. Vey common in Vettes with high mileage. I've seen it in Vettes with less than 75k. Happened to mine.

trackman44's suggestion is a good idea, but not that practical. It will...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-04-2007, 08:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,056
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Except for the initial phase of the warm start,...

Except for the initial phase of the warm start, it appears that the OP's Vette runs fine after getting it started. If the spark module or pick-up coil was crapping out when hot, I would expect it to...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-04-2007, 07:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 711
Posted By Mike_88Z51

excellerate : v, to move with rapid acceleration...

excellerate : v, to move with rapid acceleration in a most excellent way!

I agree with All2kool in both respects. The problem is undoubtedly fuel/priming related and with the problems you...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-03-2007, 12:55 PM
Replies: 388
Views: 136,687
Posted By Mike_88Z51

The early ABS system only releases pressure at...

The early ABS system only releases pressure at the wheels, it doesn't increase it. I'm guessing that the valve or solenoid is allowing brake fluid to be redirected away fom the rear circuit to an...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-31-2007, 05:22 PM
Replies: 715
Views: 52,496
Posted By Mike_88Z51

Seeing as my C4 has the Doug-Nash 4+3 ... C4+3VET...

Seeing as my C4 has the Doug-Nash 4+3 ... C4+3VET
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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-31-2007, 04:58 PM
Replies: 388
Views: 136,687
Posted By Mike_88Z51

You are correct. No ABS in 85. 86 was the first...

You are correct. No ABS in 85. 86 was the first year for ABS in the C4.

The 86-89 ABS system does not store codes. If your ABS controller sees a fault condition, it sets the ABS light in the...
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