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Forum: C5 Tech
02-25-2023, 10:49 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,147
Posted By Greg88

I agree 100% I've done it twice. On the 2nd...

I agree 100% I've done it twice. On the 2nd round I installed the extender hose so now the sensor is where I can get to it.
Forum: C5 Tech
08-09-2022, 09:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,104
Posted By Greg88

My stock 2003 has 150,000 miles. I started...

My stock 2003 has 150,000 miles. I started seeing the same message. It kept popping up randomly. No other idiot lights. No codes. I think I know why I'm getting the message but haven't proven it...
Forum: C5 General
11-03-2020, 01:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,755
Posted By Greg88

I could not separate that fitting. I ended up...

I could not separate that fitting. I ended up cutting it off and then using a flaring tool to put the new fittings on....
Forum: C5 Parts for Sale/Wanted
02-26-2020, 01:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,543
Posted By Greg88

Hello. Is this C5 fuel bib still available?

Hello. Is this C5 fuel bib still available?
Forum: C5 General
09-09-2018, 04:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,755
Posted By Greg88

Here's a picture of the end result. I've never...

Here's a picture of the end result. I've never had a radiator installation be so complicated. The connections are very secure and no leakage....
Forum: C5 General
09-09-2018, 03:48 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,755
Posted By Greg88

2003 C5 required new fittings for new radiator

I had to cut off the factory fittings and then use AN fittings to make a proper connection to the new radiator. For the AN fittings to work, I had to flare the pipe. End result? Secure trans lines...
Forum: C5 Tech
08-28-2018, 04:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,967
Posted By Greg88

I am trapped in C5 radiator hell. I have a stock...

I am trapped in C5 radiator hell. I have a stock 2003 C5 automatic. It was starting to drip a little coolant on the garage floor. I was able to track the small leak to the top of the radiator near...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
09-09-2015, 09:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,014
Posted By Greg88

Thanks for the feedback. I've gotten to know the...

Thanks for the feedback. I've gotten to know the local smog check guy (Frank) and he's had his own smog check business for at least 20 years. He's been coaching me on what to try next. He...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
09-09-2015, 04:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,014
Posted By Greg88

My stock 88 is stuck in limbo

Thanks to the California smog Nazis, my stock 88 Vette is stuck in my garage. It's been there for several years. It has 216,000 miles and runs very strong but it won't pass smog due to high NOX...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-04-2015, 10:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,276
Posted By Greg88

Raw gas dripping from exhaust

It was the fuel pressure regulator. My memory is a little fuzzy on the specifics from that disaster 11 years ago. As I mentioned in the original post, we were following a troubleshooting procedure...
Forum: C5 Tech
01-08-2015, 02:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 853
Posted By Greg88

Well, for southern California it was...

Well, for southern California it was cold...around 35 degrees F. :eek:
Forum: C5 Tech
01-04-2015, 11:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 853
Posted By Greg88

Handbrake issue revisited

After reading tons of posts regarding handbrake issues, I became more confused about where to look for resolving the strange problem I discovered. If I pull the handbrake straight up, it won't put...
Forum: C5 General
12-25-2014, 11:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,043
Posted By Greg88

New coolant recovery tank is ordered

As suggested, I found the replacement tank on Amazon for about $58, including shipping. It is scheduled to arrive on 12/30/14.
There are 9 customer reviews that each rate it 5 stars. It appears...
Forum: C5 General
12-25-2014, 04:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,043
Posted By Greg88

Yep...it was the tank

Thanks to the great feedback, I went and carefully pulled the upper hose off of the reservoir. Exactly as predicted, there is a crack right at the point where the tube meets the tank. I will be...
Forum: C5 General
12-25-2014, 11:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,491
Posted By Greg88

Great reply

Thanks for the detailed response! Very helpful. Based on the information you provided, my Dad's C5 is NOT the 50th Anniversary Edition. His is black with no special markings in the interior. ...
Forum: C5 General
12-25-2014, 10:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,491
Posted By Greg88

50th Anniversary - anything special?

As I just mentioned in a previous post, my 84 year old father now lives with my wife and me. He has a 2003 Corvette that has the 50th Anniversary badging on it. My father says when he bought the...
Forum: C5 General
12-25-2014, 09:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,043
Posted By Greg88

Thanks for ideas...I found the problem. After...

Thanks for ideas...I found the problem. After doing some last minute Christmas shopping, I pulled the C5 into the garage and popped the hood. At first I didn't detect anything unusual. I came back...
Forum: C5 General
12-24-2014, 10:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,043
Posted By Greg88

It is definitely coolant. It has some orange...

It is definitely coolant. It has some orange color and it is slippery. AC has not been on for probably a month now.
Forum: C5 General
12-24-2014, 10:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,043
Posted By Greg88

Thanks for suggestion. I will check and post...

Thanks for suggestion. I will check and post findings.
Forum: C5 General
12-24-2014, 10:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,043
Posted By Greg88

Coolant leak - strange location

I have NO experience with the C5. My 84 year old father now lives with us and he has a 2003 50th Anniversary Vette. It is bone stock with 85,000 miles (automatic). He no longer drives. I randomly...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-10-2010, 05:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By Greg88

Worn out engine...rebuild or replace?

Hey guys,

Thanks for all the great suggestions and feedback. The Vette is still driveable - in fact it still passes smog tests. However, I know the engine is getting tired.

My preference is...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-08-2010, 12:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By Greg88

Worn out engine...rebuild or replace?

I am coming to the painful conclusion that the engine in my wife's bone stock 88 Vette is reaching the end of its useful life. It has 216,000 mostly freeway miles on it. We have gotten great...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-19-2009, 06:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,363
Posted By Greg88

I didn't mention the brand of oil because I...

I didn't mention the brand of oil because I wanted to avoid starting another thread about who makes the best and worst oil. That being said, that engine has only seen Pennzoil 10W-30 every 5,000...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-19-2009, 04:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,363
Posted By Greg88

Noisy valve train at startup

My stock 88 Vette has over 216,000 miles. The valve covers have never been off since it left the factory (just recently started leaking).

Lately, in the morning, the engine makes a distinct...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-01-2009, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 530
Posted By Greg88

Collapsed lifter?

My bone stock '88 Vette automatic has 217,500 mostly highway miles. Oil has been changed religiously every 5,000 miles. It is driven gently 99% of the time. The heads and valve covers have never...
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