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Forum: C6 Corvettes for Sale
03-28-2015, 07:41 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 15,666
Posted By Larry3x2

I'm interested but in the process of selling...

I'm interested but in the process of selling something to open a space on a storage lift. Would likely have a third party appraiser look at it for me. I have shipped cars using a number of providers...
Forum: C3 General
07-28-2009, 10:33 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,284
Posted By Larry3x2

Hang in there. My wife and I are both 5 year...

Hang in there. My wife and I are both 5 year survivors. Her with breast, me with Melanoma. For what its worth, we both were decisive and didn't spend a lot of time on "shopping around" for multiple...
Forum: C3 General
04-01-2007, 09:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 335
Posted By Larry3x2

Siverado Forum

My workhorse is a 2000 Silverado 2500HD. Anyone know of a forum similar to the Corvette forum for these trucks?

Larry
Forum: C3 General
02-25-2007, 05:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,639
Posted By Larry3x2

Thanks everyone! I ordered an asymmetric floor...

Thanks everyone! I ordered an asymmetric floor plate model due to ceiling clearance. It's actually going into a new 30 x35 pole garage with a ten foot ceiling. I installed a 30 amp 220v circuit.
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Forum: C3 General
02-25-2007, 11:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,639
Posted By Larry3x2

Two post lift comments?

I've got a Superlifts four post which is great for storage but needed a two post for drivetrain work etc. When I was at Barrett Jackson, Superlifts ran a show special so I now have a two post on the...
Forum: C3 General
02-16-2007, 08:25 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,135
Posted By Larry3x2

Here's what I've heard was used. definitely not...

Here's what I've heard was used. definitely not an innocent mistake. If Nascar was a real business and held people to contracts or Toyota had balls this team would be gone.

Propylene oxide is a...
Forum: C3 General
01-21-2007, 10:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 302
Posted By Larry3x2

OK to blast them if you give them a surgical...

OK to blast them if you give them a surgical cleaning afterwards. Sand and tapered roller bearings don't mix.

Larry
Forum: C3 General
01-21-2007, 10:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 393
Posted By Larry3x2

I own a Superlifts four and two post lift. Both...

I own a Superlifts four and two post lift. Both are excellent in terms of reliability and performance. You'll need to anchor the two post to the floor so keep that in mind. I was at BJ this week and...
Forum: C3 General
01-11-2007, 11:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 412
Posted By Larry3x2

VBP Does

VBP Does
Forum: C3 General
10-13-2006, 07:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 870
Posted By Larry3x2

Qa1 adjustables. There are multiple settings,...

Qa1 adjustables. There are multiple settings, they're rebuildable. Mine are set up so I can change adjustments withouit need to jack the car.

Larry
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-18-2006, 08:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 470
Posted By Larry3x2

I'd make a "Crow foot" plug socket by grinding a...

I'd make a "Crow foot" plug socket by grinding a 1/2" slot axially on a plug socket. You can use a box or open end wrench and slide the socket up and off the end.

Larry
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-18-2006, 07:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 501
Posted By Larry3x2

A rod bearing will not be in phase with RPMs. I...

A rod bearing will not be in phase with RPMs. I think you're on the right track.. it's in the valve train. Could be lifter, damaged pushrod, loose rocker adjustment etc. I'd pull the valve covers...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-05-2006, 09:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,284
Posted By Larry3x2

For what it's worth, I went with QA1 adjustables....

For what it's worth, I went with QA1 adjustables. They're a rebuildable race shock and IMHO outperform the Bilsteins and are on-car adjustable.

Larry
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-04-2006, 08:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 394
Posted By Larry3x2

Lifter question

I agree with Phil but I'd lightly dull the lobe contact surface with 1000 grit abrasive to aid re-run-in of the lifter on the lobe. Obviously thoroughly clean and generously lube it before...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-23-2006, 08:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By Larry3x2

Thanks! Anyone else know for certain? ...

Thanks! Anyone else know for certain?


-Larry
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-23-2006, 07:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By Larry3x2

Half Shaft too long?

I'm about ready to take my '69 to the alignment shop and noticed the left rear axle seemed to have too much toe-in. Adjusted the shim pack to put all the shims on the inside of the trailing arm and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-27-2005, 07:51 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,992
Posted By Larry3x2

Steel vs aluminum Brackets

I've got a different perspective here as someone who has been involved in automotive brake design. From an engineering perspective and with public safety in mind, steel and nodular iron are the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-22-2005, 08:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,699
Posted By Larry3x2

Hooker Installation Tip

To make sure the rectangular tab at the end of the mounting bolts stays perpendicular to the slotted holes on the frame, I ground a slot large enough for a screwdriver at the end of the bolt parellel...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-02-2005, 10:53 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 737
Posted By Larry3x2

CR Question

You need to know the cam specs because cylinder pressure not CR actually governs what fuels will work. If you have a high overlap cam like an original L88, Sunoco Ultra may work fine with subdued...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-02-2005, 10:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 737
Posted By Larry3x2

CR Question

You ned to know the cam specs because cylinder pressure not CR actually governs what fuels will work. If you have a high overlap cam like an original L88, Sunoco Ultra may work fine with subdued...
Forum: C3 General
08-27-2005, 02:57 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,081
Posted By Larry3x2

Synthetic and mineral based oils are 100%...

Synthetic and mineral based oils are 100% compatible. Oils like Castrol Syntec blend are literally comprised of both types of base stocks. The incompatibility you mentioned is likely a carryover from...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-19-2005, 06:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 448
Posted By Larry3x2

I've always wound up using a guillotine bearing...

I've always wound up using a guillotine bearing puller and a hydraulic press.
Larry
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-10-2005, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,120
Posted By Larry3x2

Torque value

When I'm repairing, I usually record a running torque for the unit without halfshafts and then torque the nut to produce a 10-15 lb-in higher drag. This insures you have some bearing preload. As far...
Forum: C3 General
07-10-2005, 09:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By Larry3x2

Thanks !

Much appreciated.
Larry
Forum: C3 General
07-09-2005, 08:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 654
Posted By Larry3x2

Touch up paint for steering column ?

Anybody have a recommendation? I need black for a '69. trying to clean up some scratches from keys.

Larry
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