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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-28-2022, 06:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

Sorry for the late response, I have been...

Sorry for the late response, I have been traveling. Thank you for the comments.
I only had the front done, and yes we had some challenges converting degrees to inches.

GKull can you give me a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2022, 05:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

Making progress

Thanks for all the help, car is doing better.

I did the Force Road Balancing and tires and wheels seemed ok, I moved the two that had a slight spot in them to the rear.

All tires are inflated...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-11-2022, 02:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

I just returned from Discount Tire. They road...

I just returned from Discount Tire. They road forced balanced and found two of the four with a slight bump. These were put on the rear and all filled to 32 PSI.

AND......AT NO CHARGE, I DID NOT...
Forum: C3 General
10-11-2022, 07:37 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,622
Posted By Milest

For what it's worth.... I'm 6'2" 220 lbs....

For what it's worth....

I'm 6'2" 220 lbs. and don't have a tilt wheel. It's not hard to slide in under the wheel.

I live in Texas and have AC. I never use it, I Iike the open air with the top...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
10-11-2022, 07:29 AM
Replies: 289
Views: 20,542
Posted By Milest

I would like to get on the list for the...

I would like to get on the list for the crossmember tool. I live in Houston, Texas.

Thank you.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-11-2022, 06:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

Thank you for this very informative post. I have...

Thank you for this very informative post. I have an appointment Monday at a different alignment shop and will print and have this with me. We are also going to check the power steering control...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-10-2022, 04:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 483
Posted By Milest

Amp gauge not working on a 72, how to test or replace.

My amp gauge does not function, and has not for a long time. How is a good way to test the gauge and/or is it hard to replace? I know it's charging, 14.2 at alternator last time I checked.
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-10-2022, 04:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,736
Posted By Milest

You can scribe the hinge location with a hobby...

You can scribe the hinge location with a hobby knife.

There was a story on here about a guy who removed his hood had it leaning against something in his garage. A wind gust grabbed it and away it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-09-2022, 01:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

I found the procedure in my service manual, I'll...

I found the procedure in my service manual, I'll give this a try. Thank you.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-09-2022, 12:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

I'm booked for this Tuesday to road force balance...

I'm booked for this Tuesday to road force balance at Discount Tire. Thank you.

I forgot about Corvette Doctor, I remember Charles, he helped me with this car 22 years ago when I first bought it.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-09-2022, 12:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

It's been too long to remember when it did not...

It's been too long to remember when it did not feel right. I've owned the car 22 years and never thought the steering was "right". But I'm not giving up...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-09-2022, 09:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

I have not road forced balanced, I was not aware...

I have not road forced balanced, I was not aware of such a thing. I'll get that and the control valve checked.

Thank you.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-09-2022, 08:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

I have 25 psi in front and 28 in rear. ...

I have 25 psi in front and 28 in rear.
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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-09-2022, 08:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,390
Posted By Milest

72 front end shudder and dancing/not tracking.

Hello all Corvette brothers,

.1972 Convertible stock L-48 all original except for tires

I have been chasing this for years, and still don't like the way my car drives. When you drive over any...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-28-2021, 07:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 773
Posted By Milest

I'll check the ride height, thank you. Wheel...

I'll check the ride height, thank you.
Wheel bearing have been checked. I rebuilt the trailing arms and there is no 'lane changing" when you step on it.
Idler arm and PS steering unit have been...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-27-2021, 07:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 773
Posted By Milest

Front end is "loose"

I have been chasing this for years. When driving the front end shudders when passing over bumps. It feels like something is worn and shaking. The front end dances and I can't imagine this is...
Forum: C3 General
04-13-2021, 10:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,430
Posted By Milest

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Ontario Orange and Dark Saddle.
Forum: C3 General
07-05-2020, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 708
Posted By Milest

Check this out, Happy 4th of July USA.

Saw this line up this morning while boating on Taylor Lake, near Clear Lake (NASA area of Houston, Texas)...
Forum: C3 General
11-30-2019, 08:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,114
Posted By Milest

Running 245 60r 15 BFG Radial TA's. No rubbing...

Running 245 60r 15 BFG Radial TA's. No rubbing and look great.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-26-2019, 06:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,034
Posted By Milest

BFG Radial TA 245 60R15. 255s will fit, but look...

BFG Radial TA 245 60R15. 255s will fit, but look too big in my view.
Forum: C3 General
11-17-2019, 01:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,130
Posted By Milest

I found the problem. Exhaust manifold bolts on #...

I found the problem. Exhaust manifold bolts on # 8 were loose. I was able to turn them by hand.
I tightened them up and checked all others (found one more loose on #1).

All quiet now when cold...
Forum: C3 General
11-10-2019, 06:54 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,130
Posted By Milest

Still chasing this ticking sounds after a cold...

Still chasing this ticking sounds after a cold start-up. I have been out of the country and getting my machine back in shape.

The ticking will go away after about 8 minutes of running. I put a...
Forum: C3 General
09-14-2016, 06:55 PM
Replies: 253
Views: 28,234
Posted By Milest

1965 Century Coronado with 440 Chrysler

Perfect condition show winner and weekend ski boat!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-14-2016, 06:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 561
Posted By Milest

Stock 72 L-48 running hot

I changed my water pump due to a wobbling shaft and now it is running hot. The temp creeps above the normal high temperature of 210 degrees in the summer. It does not boil over or overheat, but it...
Forum: C3 General
04-06-2016, 05:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,130
Posted By Milest

I finally got a chance to check it again after a...

I finally got a chance to check it again after a few days. There was still some lifter noise on startup, but not as loud and after about 2 minutes it was gone. I drove it for about 20 minutes and...
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