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Forum: C3 General
06-25-2009, 05:15 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,667
Posted By GaryS

Locks may be able to be quickly overcome but they...

Locks may be able to be quickly overcome but they are one more obstacle for a thief. i put them on my 72 and if all they do is slow them down, that helps.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-06-2008, 09:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 471
Posted By GaryS

What year? Not that it really matters, though. ...

What year? Not that it really matters, though.

The situation is not normal.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-04-2008, 11:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 822
Posted By GaryS

Change right before you put it to bed for the...

Change right before you put it to bed for the winter. This is the cheapest insurance you have for your engine.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-28-2008, 11:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 510
Posted By GaryS

In my experience, GM alternators should run at...

In my experience, GM alternators should run at about 12.5 volts +/- at the battery with the engine off. Idle voltage will slightly higher but you should see around 14.3 volts +/- when the engine is...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-28-2008, 11:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,580
Posted By GaryS

I had Off Road mufflers on my 66 and they sounded...

I had Off Road mufflers on my 66 and they sounded very good. My 72 has the stock system (yes original GM) and it, too, sounds very good - both have a nice throaty sound. Especially at WOT. :D

I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-26-2008, 08:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 820
Posted By GaryS

Have you tested anything yet? The resting...

Have you tested anything yet? The resting battery should be at 12.3 volts +/- and the charging voltage should be at 14.X+ volts. Two mintues to test it before you go out and buy a battery. You...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-26-2008, 08:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,149
Posted By GaryS

Good advice and I have done this on a 66 I used...

Good advice and I have done this on a 66 I used to own and on my 72. Really, any good solvent will work. I used gasoline (I know, I know - save the soap box comment) and a parts brush. I cleaned...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-26-2008, 02:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 969
Posted By GaryS

1. Is this your original block? If so, keep it,...

1. Is this your original block? If so, keep it, fix it, rebuild it and reinstall it.

2. Is the $100 replacement block guaranteed? If so, and if your engine isn't the original one, then go for a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-22-2008, 01:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,945
Posted By GaryS

Do you think you will be asking your buddy to...

Do you think you will be asking your buddy to help again? I don't which was more helpful, pouring all that gas down the carb or trying to blow out a fire with his breath when the extinguisher was...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-21-2008, 10:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 476
Posted By GaryS

It has been a while since I had my 66 but anytime...

It has been a while since I had my 66 but anytime I took the transmission out, I had to tweak the adjusting rods. Of course, the procedure is in the GM Chassis Service Manual and is pretty straight...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-20-2008, 01:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 560
Posted By GaryS

This adjustment procedure is in the GM Service...

This adjustment procedure is in the GM Service Manual and is VERY SIMPLE and easy to do. Really a 15 minute job and certainly a DIY job.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-18-2008, 01:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 661
Posted By GaryS

The temp sender between 6 & 8 is the Transmission...

The temp sender between 6 & 8 is the Transmission Controlled Spark, TCS, sending unit that sends a signal to your relay, located on the firewall, behind the dash. Durango_Boy is correct that it is...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-13-2008, 12:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 544
Posted By GaryS

Can't we just have bit of fun with this? :D ...

Can't we just have bit of fun with this? :D

Ok, seriously - here's one I would paint on the differential housing.

http://www.winmarkcom.com/images/pumpkin1.jpg


;)
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-13-2008, 09:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 544
Posted By GaryS

Why? :willy: Got money burning a hole in your...

Why? :willy: Got money burning a hole in your pocket? Looking to get into an online Redneck photo album with a caption of "what was he thinking?". :ack:

But, to answer your question - no!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2008, 11:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,901
Posted By GaryS

If you were chasing a misfire on the engine and...

If you were chasing a misfire on the engine and the shielding was the cause, isn't the wire set partially to blame? You shouldn't have any issues with shielding, spark plug wires and arcing if the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2008, 10:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 475
Posted By GaryS

As mentioned, get a flare nut wrench, squirt the...

As mentioned, get a flare nut wrench, squirt the connection at the caliper with PB Blaster, or your favorite penetrating solution, and then break the connection. Once the line is loose, plug it with...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-05-2008, 06:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,475
Posted By GaryS

Well, here's my two cents worth. Jim Shea's...

Well, here's my two cents worth. Jim Shea's pictures are worth more than all of the other discussion combined. He has provided more help to the Corvette world with his steering papers and replies...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-30-2008, 01:58 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,848
Posted By GaryS

While I would not buy a rebuilt/salvage titled...

While I would not buy a rebuilt/salvage titled car myself, I am sure others would as long as it is checked out very carefully by someone qualified to do that. I don't mean a casual going-over with a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-29-2008, 01:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,216
Posted By GaryS

Auto Zone, Advance Auto, KMart, et. Yes,...

Auto Zone, Advance Auto, KMart, et.

Yes, it is diesel. The advantage is that it contains a better additive package that these old engines like. Newer engines don't. At least that is what...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-26-2008, 08:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 414
Posted By GaryS

Shoot the radiator with an infrared gun at the...

Shoot the radiator with an infrared gun at the upper radiator hose and one or two points on the radiator to verify that you have a real issue, as the previous owner suggests. Try a local radiator...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-24-2008, 10:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 393
Posted By GaryS

I would use a sand blaster to remove the rust. ...

I would use a sand blaster to remove the rust. That worked quite well for me when I bought a well used and abused jack. Functionally, it was very nice. Cosmetically, it was rusty and pitted. Ten...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-24-2008, 10:50 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 660
Posted By GaryS

In my world, a spongy brake pedal or one that...

In my world, a spongy brake pedal or one that goes to the floor with little resistance is an indication of a bad master cylinder. I assume that you have looked at the obvious things like a leaking...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-24-2008, 10:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 554
Posted By GaryS

I just did this on my 72 two weeks ago. Side...

I just did this on my 72 two weeks ago. Side post battery was standard and should be reinstalled. There is a hold down bracket in the rear of the compartment. Remove the negative cable first, then...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-20-2008, 02:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 738
Posted By GaryS

Simple procedure in the GM Service Manual. Might...

Simple procedure in the GM Service Manual. Might even be in the Haynes or Chilton manuals but I usually use the GM reprint.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2008, 10:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 462
Posted By GaryS

I am not really sure what you are looking for but...

I am not really sure what you are looking for but if you are trying to verify radiator temperatures, spend the money on an infrared (IR) gun and "shoot" your radiator in several places, as well as...
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