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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-15-2022, 07:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 641
Posted By 75blackray

I'm currently doing the same thing, as I prepare...

I'm currently doing the same thing, as I prepare to install my new suspension, offset trailing arms, and 6 link. The trailing arms were the worst part of removing every moving part behind the trans,...
Forum: C3 General
07-04-2022, 10:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 958
Posted By 75blackray

Small update. Haven't messed with the car much,...

Small update. Haven't messed with the car much, but finally found the time and motivation to start breaking down the rear suspension. Trailing arms were a pain (I refused to use a sawzall), but...
Forum: C3 General
04-16-2022, 07:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 958
Posted By 75blackray

Not much but wrapped up front suspension, set...

Not much but wrapped up front suspension, set ride height and test fitted fenders again. I think my width and offset for wheels/tires is going to line up great...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2022, 08:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,554
Posted By 75blackray

My 600whp cts-v manual 6 speed burned through...

My 600whp cts-v manual 6 speed burned through rear tires, and I couldn't find a street tire that would even hold 3rd gear, until I found the Firehawks. After trying 3 other tires, I was forced to buy...
Forum: C3 General
04-09-2022, 10:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 958
Posted By 75blackray

Thanks for the encouragement guys, it is going to...

Thanks for the encouragement guys, it is going to be pretty slow progress but I'll give updates. Brent I believe I actually have your old vb&p setup.
Forum: C3 General
04-08-2022, 11:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 958
Posted By 75blackray

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/kimg3849_d8849cd3b91ec8e4cd03ba8637ab6e8dc0a545ec.jpg
T5 cracked open for inspection.
Forum: C3 General
04-08-2022, 11:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 958
Posted By 75blackray

Back from deployment with new garage setup with 4...

Back from deployment with new garage setup with 4 post lift. Finally time to get to work ...
Forum: C3 General
04-08-2022, 11:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 958
Posted By 75blackray

New fiberglass and wheels ...

New fiberglass and wheels
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_20190403_171635756_703587ecb0ee24b6c2e086a79284459b7de8bb36.jpg...
Forum: C3 General
04-08-2022, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 958
Posted By 75blackray

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/486x365/0022716a_f4f636a94a627150d6d81a04996b7218247a1538.jpg
This was fresh from paint in 2005...
Forum: C3 General
04-08-2022, 11:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 958
Posted By 75blackray

Build thread:. CHEAPSK8 (budget pro-touring type)

I'll attempt to give a brief backstory (it is 20 years). I bought my 1975 when I was 15. It was 3 different colors, and had a lobe knocked off the cam on the stock l48, but was rust free with a good...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-03-2022, 11:06 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,887
Posted By 75blackray

What is your budget for wheels? Are you buying...

What is your budget for wheels? Are you buying steel, cast, or forged? The reason I ask is that you can get a 2 piece wheel (like my rears are) and make them wider later. I know the struggle of...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-02-2022, 09:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,887
Posted By 75blackray

The pics don't give you the real perspective, it...

The pics don't give you the real perspective, it looks pretty ridiculous in person, and without a stupid amount of wheel gap it would likely eat into the fender. That being said I may have to make a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-02-2022, 03:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,887
Posted By 75blackray

I found some old pics from test fitting my wheels...

I found some old pics from test fitting my wheels and tires before pulling fenders off. This is an 18x12 with (I believe) 4.5" bs. So your 10" wide with 2" bs would be the similar plus .5"....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-02-2022, 03:33 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,887
Posted By 75blackray

I have seen companies widen wheels, and it was...

I have seen companies widen wheels, and it was usually at a higher cost, due to the owner wanting a wider factory looking wheel setup vs aftermarket, thats why I mentioned getting a set of 12" wide...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-31-2022, 04:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,887
Posted By 75blackray

I believe you are confusing backspacing with...

I believe you are confusing backspacing with offset. 4.5" backspacing will be the same on an 8" wheel or a 12" one, offset on the otherhand is measured from the centerpoint of the wheel and will be...
Forum: C3 General
01-13-2022, 10:59 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,890
Posted By 75blackray

I really like mine, and the small footprint is...

I really like mine, and the small footprint is perfect for a corvette in a tight garage. Despite it being 120v it lifts the car surprisingly fast (not that I raise and lower the car enough for that...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-07-2022, 09:09 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 15,535
Posted By 75blackray

And coincidentally, your car inspired me to buy...

And coincidentally, your car inspired me to buy the same setup from CIC, and I think I actually have your old suspension (VB&P)
Forum: C3 General
01-07-2022, 10:55 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,890
Posted By 75blackray

I will also add that when building my garage...

I will also add that when building my garage layout, I used a free online tool called SketchUp. It really helped me get a realistic idea of my space, and plans to maximize it....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-07-2022, 09:21 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 15,535
Posted By 75blackray

The grey wheel is off my cts-v. But my front...

The grey wheel is off my cts-v. But my front wheels are concave 1 piece 18x10.5, rear wheels are 2 piece dish type 18x12. Same color and spoke pattern though.
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-07-2022, 08:03 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 15,535
Posted By 75blackray

Bronze burst is the color ...

Bronze burst is the color
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20190419_130503711_7c1ea3b7da03576e8f0cc7f57a7f62c99da805f0.jpg
Here is a pic of the rear in...
Forum: C3 General
01-06-2022, 05:16 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,890
Posted By 75blackray

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/kimg1003_1cba981bd0014e2e1fa8317bedb5aa00a293f34d.jpg...
Forum: C3 General
01-06-2022, 05:14 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,890
Posted By 75blackray

So, when we moved I went from having a big metal...

So, when we moved I went from having a big metal building for a shop to an attached garage. When building our house I told my wife I would compromise,if I had a 3 car front load vs the builder's...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-05-2022, 08:40 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 15,535
Posted By 75blackray

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_20190403_171635756_2d32d5fe3e0c9286a571da034049480f3dc254d6.jpg
I'll get there eventually...
Forum: Testing
08-07-2020, 10:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 467
Posted By 75blackray

Test

https://photos.app.goo.gl/SwTkT7JApLTHBspM7
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
07-26-2016, 09:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,636
Posted By 75blackray

I may be interested depending on price. I was...

I may be interested depending on price. I was going to go with a D1sc next year, but it was intentionally overkill for my power goals.
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