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Forum: C3 General
04-22-2005, 06:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,191
Posted By noskillz

The Holley 750 Double pumper is by far may...

The Holley 750 Double pumper is by far may favorite all around carb
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-21-2005, 11:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,215
Posted By noskillz

I have used Bondo's polyester resin with matte...

I have used Bondo's polyester resin with matte galss with greate results. Holds like iron.

BTW - Never knoew what these things were until I started messing aorund with lining up my front clip. ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-21-2005, 09:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 525
Posted By noskillz

Just curious, for you guys that remove smog...

Just curious, for you guys that remove smog equipment like cats and EGRs - how do you get it through inspection? Seems like they would spot that pretty quick. Just wondering.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-21-2005, 09:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 660
Posted By noskillz

I dunno, $800 dollars in labor when you consider...

I dunno, $800 dollars in labor when you consider they are going to have to remove the upper control arms doesn't sound all that outta line to me. If this also includes the an alignment after the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-21-2005, 09:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,263
Posted By noskillz

I have a 69 so the spacers are solid aluminum. ...

I have a 69 so the spacers are solid aluminum. The torque is listed at 40 - 50 Lbs Ft. Not sure what the rubber spacer torque would be...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-19-2005, 11:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 442
Posted By noskillz

There is not only glue, but also aluminum rivets...

There is not only glue, but also aluminum rivets holding that piece on.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-19-2005, 11:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,215
Posted By noskillz

Well, that is what I used, but it was just...

Well, that is what I used, but it was just cosmetic. I wouldn't trust it on any edge that needed strength.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-19-2005, 10:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,138
Posted By noskillz

Before spending a bunch on plugs, look up one of...

Before spending a bunch on plugs, look up one of the many comparisons/reviews. All of the fancy rapid/split fire plugs don't really give you any real, measurable power. All you have to do is ignite...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-19-2005, 09:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 854
Posted By noskillz

Lot of people like powder coating - looks good...

Lot of people like powder coating - looks good and vrtiually indestructable. IMHO it is too expensive if all you want to do is keep your frame from rusting. I my view, the frame lasted 30 years with...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-19-2005, 09:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,215
Posted By noskillz

rponfick probably is the right way. What I did...

rponfick probably is the right way. What I did was mask the leading edge of the door. Under this masking tape I put thin strips of cardboard to act as a spacer. I then mounted the door so that it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-17-2005, 03:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 392
Posted By noskillz

What did you plug it into??? It may just be the...

What did you plug it into??? It may just be the light for the rear, under-deck storage compartment.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-17-2005, 03:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 612
Posted By noskillz

Any auto parts store will sell the tool you need...

Any auto parts store will sell the tool you need to remove the clip without scarring the door panel. I did it with a little screwdriver, but wish I had used the tool as it took me a while. Just...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-17-2005, 03:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 578
Posted By noskillz

What kind of carb is it? Have you checked you...

What kind of carb is it? Have you checked you accelerator pump? Is it mechanical or vacuum scondaries?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-21-2004, 05:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 35,754
Posted By noskillz

Believe it or not, I found Rustoleum to be pretty...

Believe it or not, I found Rustoleum to be pretty darn tough. I used the rusty metoal primer and a few coats fo base - pretty tough stuff. And if you do get a scratch then the primer will preven...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-21-2004, 05:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 726
Posted By noskillz

If Chevy had just had moden primers and paints...

If Chevy had just had moden primers and paints back then these cars would still look like new!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-21-2004, 05:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 456
Posted By noskillz

Twin has it right. THough I would not recommend...

Twin has it right. THough I would not recommend this for the casual auto hobbyist. I do all my work. Setting up all the preload is tough in your garage and shops can do the work for pretty cheap. ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-21-2004, 05:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 482
Posted By noskillz

I don;t know If I would have used a slide hammer....

I don;t know If I would have used a slide hammer. TO much of a chance at mushrooming the end. Most people press the spindle out. I boogered my threads up pretty good on one side. Luckly spindles...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-21-2004, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 313
Posted By noskillz

Are the bolts stuck in the frame? If so, just...

Are the bolts stuck in the frame? If so, just use vicegrips to get them out. I actually had to use some heat as well. As far as the parts like bolts and rubber - you can get those from any Chevy...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-16-2004, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,161
Posted By noskillz

Re: Fix top door to fender gap. Will this solution work? (WarBound)

I have heard repeatedly that you can adjust the gap by shimming the radiator support or shimming the front body mounts. I am in finishing up a body off and I can tell you that shimming the rad...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-06-2004, 07:22 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,715
Posted By noskillz

Re: Getting hard to afford a C3? (SpyderD)

Gas cheaper in America???? Sure, at the pump maybe, then you gotta add the billion a month we spend in the middle east to maintian that flow, then add our level of pollution compared to other first...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-03-2004, 10:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,312
Posted By noskillz

Re: Body installed - but sits too high. Any thoughts please? (keith72)

You should not torque the frant either. The end caps for the c-arm bushings should be torqued with full weight on the suspension. Mine rode high after putting the body back on. Also, retorque the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-03-2004, 10:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,392
Posted By noskillz

Re: How much rust is a deal breaker? (MikeC)

Yes, the birdcage will be just as bad. The frame is actually easy compared to fixing the birdcage. You have to cut the body apart to get at the birdcage.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2004, 08:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 588
Posted By noskillz

Re: Question re. Frame rust proofing (stingry)

I used a pump-up bug sprayer to get the inside of the frame. Added a little thinner to some Rustoleum Rusty Metal Primary and stuck the sprayer wand through all the frame holes. Soaked it until...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-06-2004, 08:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 729
Posted By noskillz

Re: Air compressor size (norvalwilhelm)

Norval and the others a RIGHT ON. Get as much as u can afford. I have the 5 horse Sears. Does OK - just barely. 120v, single stage, oilless is just plain too noisy and really has to run to keep...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-06-2004, 08:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,088
Posted By noskillz

Re: Another oversized carb. on a smallblock! (lars)

What about the story on metering signals? The one where you want the a smaller venturi in order to boost metering signals in increase air speed?
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