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Forum: C5 Tech
09-08-2005, 01:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 590
Posted By HotWheels

That's interesting....I have the same exact...

That's interesting....I have the same exact symptoms and the forum has suggested a fauly check valve as the culprit. My service advisor has indicated a faulty fuel regulator (still in the shop and...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-08-2005, 01:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 411
Posted By HotWheels

Warranty expiring - what to look for

I own a 97 vette (one of the 1st 1000 ever made) and my extended warranty is fixing to expire. It's currently at the Chevy dealership getting a new fuel regulator (had trouble starting up) and a new...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-29-2005, 11:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 346
Posted By HotWheels

Certainly open to SA if the drive is worth the...

Certainly open to SA if the drive is worth the service. I'd have to take a second car with if the vette will require an overnight stay.
Forum: C5 Tech
03-29-2005, 11:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 346
Posted By HotWheels

Good Shop in Austin TX (leaking check valve)

I've recently relocated to Austin from Phoenix. I am having difficulties firing up the vette and suspect a leaking check valve in the fuel line as the culprit. I'm not sure how involved a...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-02-2004, 12:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 418
Posted By HotWheels

Ironically the Chevron Gas (w/ Techron) is what...

Ironically the Chevron Gas (w/ Techron) is what screws up my fuel gauge. I get erroneous readings w/ Chevron gas as it marks "E" "Low Fuel" on a full tank of gas. I'll have to try the "turn the key...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-31-2004, 01:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 418
Posted By HotWheels

Third start's a charm - advise?

A year ago, I purchased a daily driver so I could give my Vette the rest and relaxation it deserved. I fire it up once every 2 weeks or so for a drive. I've noticed that it no longer fires up on...
Forum: C5 Tech
07-03-2003, 11:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 872
Posted By HotWheels

Re: How hot is hot? (SHOWTIME!)

I do have the original stock radiator.
As recommended, I also checked for debris in front of the radiator. Nothing there. I do feel compelled to mention that my temps wont rise immediately,...
Forum: C5 Tech
07-02-2003, 12:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 872
Posted By HotWheels

Re: How hot is hot? (ICULUKN-C5)

What operating temps do you see when at 100 vs. 115?
Forum: C5 Tech
07-02-2003, 02:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 872
Posted By HotWheels

How hot is hot?

I have a '97 daily driver here in Arizona. We have been experiencing 109-113 degree weather here. Here's my dilema.

When I idle my car for more than 5 minutes my temperature soars to 248-250...
Forum: C5 Tech
12-03-2002, 10:53 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,627
Posted By HotWheels

Re: Tank is full, fuel gauge is reading empty -- Is it Chevron? (chocoholic)

So...I switched brands this morning...I could only fit 5 gallons as I was pretty full to begin with. I used MOBIL brand gasoline. Now my fully topped tank is reading at approx. 3/4ths with a range...
Forum: C5 Tech
12-01-2002, 11:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,627
Posted By HotWheels

Tank is full, fuel gauge is reading empty -- Is it Chevron?

My '97 typically sees tank fulls of Chevron w/ Techron every 300-350 miles. Last week I thought I was running on fumes and bee-lined it to the closest filling station (coincidently a Chevron...
Forum: Southwest
09-03-2002, 01:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 273
Posted By HotWheels

Re: Phoenix to San Diego debriefing (DOCM)

That's great!!

I'm looking forward to seeing the pics out of this run. I finally got my car back last week!! So far, my air is working and my steering hasn't locked. My new battery was weak so...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-03-2002, 11:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,776
Posted By HotWheels

Re: What voltage does your DIC indicate for you battery on avg? (jojog)

That's a good theory!! Can anyone confirm this?
Forum: C5 Tech
08-29-2002, 12:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,776
Posted By HotWheels

Re: What voltage does your DIC indicate for you battery on avg? (TP C5)

Ok...so I trickle charged my battery all night long. This morning I was running at 13.8. I have yet to hit the 14's. Couple of questions:

1. If my battery was drained, will it ever be the same...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-28-2002, 11:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,776
Posted By HotWheels

Re: What voltage does your DIC indicate for you battery on avg? (BLUTHUNDER)

Keep 'em comming!!

So this posting went out last night...this morning, my DIC read out is at 13.8. If the majority is at 14 or better, do you suppose the dealership ran my juice down over the 3...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-27-2002, 11:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,776
Posted By HotWheels

What voltage does your DIC indicate for you battery on avg?

My car has been at the dealership for three weeks as they tried to fix a Dual Climate Control head. During that time, I'm sure they had my door open for hours on end for the three weeks the...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-22-2002, 06:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,885
Posted By HotWheels

Re: Air Conditioning will not turn off (johnny v)

Johnny,

My car is going on week 3 in the shop because my Dual Climate Control module (which experienced the same problem) keeps burning out. The dealership has replaced the resistor, alternator,...
Forum: Southwest
08-07-2002, 11:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 518
Posted By HotWheels

Re: Phoenix to San Diego Cruise 8/17/2002 (BSeery)

BSeery,

We're departing from the AZ Mills (US 60 & I 10) at approximately 7:00. What time would that put us over there?
Forum: C5 Tech
08-06-2002, 12:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,598
Posted By HotWheels

Re: I had my car towed from a car show!!! Help! (redriverjohn)

RedRiverJohn,
Perhaps they honored your vehicle because it was in the "official range of dates" 1998-2000. I'm curious, do you have an extended warranty? Robert, at CCCare, indicated that I should...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-05-2002, 07:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,621
Posted By HotWheels

Re: If you've had your column lock, please vote in this pole. (Dave68)

I would be interested in knowing the year models.
Forum: C5 Tech
08-05-2002, 07:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,598
Posted By HotWheels

Re: I had my car towed from a car show!!! Help! (HotWheels)

Well,

It's official...Robert Chiodo, with Chevrolet Customer Care (1-800-222-1020) has indicated that they will not honor the recall campaign to fix my steering column. Furthermore, Robert...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-05-2002, 04:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,598
Posted By HotWheels

Re: I had my car towed from a car show!!! Help! (HotWheels)

This is total crap! My service advisor just called me and indicated that since my car is a '97, I do not qualify for this procedure! I said, "Not acceptable, other dealerships have honored this" ...
Forum: Southwest
08-05-2002, 12:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 518
Posted By HotWheels

Re: Phoenix to San Diego Cruise 8/17/2002 (DOCM)

We still have open slots...

This should be a blast! :cool:
Forum: C5 Tech
08-05-2002, 12:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,598
Posted By HotWheels

Re: I had my car towed from a car show!!! Help! (HotWheels)

Well...just dropped it off at the dealership...I'll let you know what they say later today. To add insult to injury, my Dual Air Conditioning fan control has now decided to rebel and insist on...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-04-2002, 04:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,598
Posted By HotWheels

Re: I had my car towed from a car show!!! Help! (HotWheels)

Holy Cow!!! I did a search...I didn't realize how extensive this problem is!!! I did follow the advice of C5Cemo and amazingly it unlocked my steering column. I'm sooooo pissed now!! Not only did...
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