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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-24-2008, 10:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,757
Posted By wattac2

I've been hand tightening my filters for 35...

I've been hand tightening my filters for 35 years, never had a leak, and never had one fall off. And I've never found one of mine loose, or impossible to take off, at the next oil change. Must have...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-20-2008, 12:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,757
Posted By wattac2

Just in case no one else has said it, only turn...

Just in case no one else has said it, only turn the new filter "hand tight" when installing, and use oil on the seal. Even when I do that the filter is sometimes difficult to get off.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-11-2008, 01:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 481
Posted By wattac2

But.... there is still a very good chance that...

But.... there is still a very good chance that the wires coming out of the sensor are not copper and will not solder. I'd suggest asking the dealer/supplier, but probably you'll have to use a crimp...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-31-2008, 01:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,288
Posted By wattac2

I believe you also have to lower the steering...

I believe you also have to lower the steering column to get the driver's side dash/speedo/tach pad out. The upper steering column cover that is part of the driver's dash will most likely crack off...
Forum: C3 General
09-14-2008, 01:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,687
Posted By wattac2

My copy of the "1968-1969 NCRS Judging Manual"...

My copy of the "1968-1969 NCRS Judging Manual" says the tag (for those years) was unpainted stainless steel.

And, IMHO, my newly re-riveted tag looks just as good as the day it rolled off the...
Forum: C3 General
09-12-2008, 04:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,687
Posted By wattac2

You can also carefully remove the rivets/tag,...

You can also carefully remove the rivets/tag, clean it up and re-rivet. That's what I did when the car was painted.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-02-2008, 07:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,652
Posted By wattac2

The "technical" way to check a coax requires...

The "technical" way to check a coax requires equipment that's a bit expensive and requires a bit of training as well. Far easier to just replace the cable and see if that fixes the problem. See if...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-01-2008, 12:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 406
Posted By wattac2

What is the torque spec for the two caliper...

What is the torque spec for the two caliper halves? I've seen a couple of numbers, 75 ftlb and 130 ftlb, not sure if either is correct.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2008, 01:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 629
Posted By wattac2

Once the yokes wear more than about 0.125 the C...

Once the yokes wear more than about 0.125 the C clip inside the diff will fall off the end of the yoke. Then the yoke can be pulled out of the diff. The clip is also free to fall into the diff...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2008, 01:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 509
Posted By wattac2

And the heater core and the hoses to the core,...

And the heater core and the hoses to the core, and.........
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2008, 12:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 429
Posted By wattac2

They're made of aluminum and can be straightened...

They're made of aluminum and can be straightened somewhat. I've seen a guy step on a few and straighten them, but they were his, they were used, and he didn't care if they broke. I'd do it with...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2008, 12:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 509
Posted By wattac2

Depends on how "perfectly non-AC you want it. ...

Depends on how "perfectly non-AC you want it. Lots and lots of changes between AC and non AC cars. Just flip over to the AC section of the AIM. Some "glassing" to undo, some to do. Heater core...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2008, 12:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,049
Posted By wattac2

Back to Basics

I have to ask the "basics". Do you feel a good air flow coming through the radiator into the engine compartment at idle? Is the fan mounted correctly (not backwards)? Is the shroud complete...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-26-2008, 11:37 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,027
Posted By wattac2

I have a 427 w/AC and just turn the AC on as I go...

I have a 427 w/AC and just turn the AC on as I go to turn off the engine. Cheating, I know.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-26-2008, 11:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 629
Posted By wattac2

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but doesn't the...

Someone correct me if I'm wrong, but doesn't the differential side yokes also affect the camber. If their "tips" are worn the wheels will tilt inward. (They will also be loose, making camber...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-26-2008, 11:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 465
Posted By wattac2

If you have an original clock the current draw is...

If you have an original clock the current draw is only momentary as the clock spring is rewound. Hard to measure.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-26-2008, 11:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,622
Posted By wattac2

Just some other thoughts. Does you oil pan have...

Just some other thoughts. Does you oil pan have in major dents? Is it original?

And, when you removed the new (or old) filter did it have oil in it? There's a pressure bypass that is suppose to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-19-2008, 09:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,315
Posted By wattac2

There's a good reason why GM's business is...

There's a good reason why GM's business is falling off, and they don't have to look far for that reason!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2008, 06:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,315
Posted By wattac2

Paul67, I noted you said yours "fit" OK and...

Paul67,

I noted you said yours "fit" OK and the hoses went on OK, but did the pipes actually lay in the strain relief dips/slots on the aluminum frame? And could you screw the cover strap over...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2008, 06:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 438
Posted By wattac2

Of course you do have to remove all other...

Of course you do have to remove all other attachments to the arms before trying to remove the bolt. The arms have to be free to allow the bolt to slide out, IF it isn't rusted on place.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2008, 02:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 659
Posted By wattac2

Runningman373, Direct, but to the point.

Runningman373,

Direct, but to the point.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2008, 02:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 563
Posted By wattac2

Does the knob still press in and out? If it's...

Does the knob still press in and out? If it's stuck in then it's still engaged with the odometer gears and may harm them. If it's out and the odometer is turning, then all is fine, you just won't...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2008, 01:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,315
Posted By wattac2

I bought an after-market heater core from a...

I bought an after-market heater core from a well-known vendor, returned it when it didn't fit, and the replacement didn't fit, just the same as yours. I took my old core and the new one, and the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-17-2008, 12:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 659
Posted By wattac2

I would not use brake cleaner on the rag joint. ...

I would not use brake cleaner on the rag joint. It could harm the fabric/adhesive. I'd also be very concerned about a 30+ year-old part that so critical. Inspect the fibers and make sure they are...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-17-2008, 12:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 417
Posted By wattac2

What year car? Need to update you profile.

What year car? Need to update you profile.
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