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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-28-2014, 04:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,011
Posted By Touringpro

Uh yeah, I know it's the AIR pump. What I didn't...

Uh yeah, I know it's the AIR pump. What I didn't know was what the odd looking hose/elbow/clamp fitting is and what it connects to.

After a lot of investigation, it appears that this:
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-25-2014, 03:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,011
Posted By Touringpro

WTF is this??

OK, so I took my '81 in to be smog checked yesterday and for the first time in the decade I've owned it, it failed to pass. No problems with tailpipe emissions, but it flunked the visual inspection...
Forum: C3 General
07-30-2005, 01:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 520
Posted By Touringpro

Take that bad boy with ya! In addition to Matson,...

Take that bad boy with ya! In addition to Matson, Pasha (http://www.pashahawaii.com/) offers roll on/off service directly to the BI from San Diego for less than $900. Shipments via Matson are...
Forum: C3 General
06-23-2005, 01:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,808
Posted By Touringpro

Here's (http://www.geneandpam.com/interior.html)...

Here's (http://www.geneandpam.com/interior.html) how I did mine. :D
Forum: C3 General
04-23-2005, 04:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,331
Posted By Touringpro

I faced this job a couple years ago and have to...

I faced this job a couple years ago and have to agree its one of the biggest automotive PITAs in existence :ack:

I came up with a rather unorthodox solution...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-25-2005, 09:30 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,087
Posted By Touringpro

I've owned close to 2 dozen bikes since 1965. :D...

I've owned close to 2 dozen bikes since 1965. :D These comprise the current stable.

http://www.geneandpam.com/images/both_toys.jpg
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-08-2005, 09:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By Touringpro

Basically the Red Top is a starter battery,...

Basically the Red Top is a starter battery, whereas the Yellow is deep cycle. http://www.optimabatteries.com/l

I run the Red Top in all my 4 wheel vehicles. Approx $100 @ Costco.
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-26-2005, 09:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,060
Posted By Touringpro

Here's my '81. Charcoal/Silver. ...

Here's my '81. Charcoal/Silver.

http://www.geneandpam.com/images/vette/driver_done.jpg
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-17-2005, 05:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,028
Posted By Touringpro

Thank you, Mike!

Thank you, Mike!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-17-2005, 04:44 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,028
Posted By Touringpro

You've got mail :)

You've got mail :)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-26-2004, 06:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 669
Posted By Touringpro

Here's what I used: ...

Here's what I used:
http://www.geneandpam.com/images/mityvac.jpg
Runs about $20 or $30. Available everywhere.
Forum: C3 General
11-06-2004, 10:46 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 29,517
Posted By Touringpro

55 :ack:

55 :ack:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-03-2004, 11:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,097
Posted By Touringpro

Hmm . . . OK, how about this:...

Hmm . . . OK, how about this: http://www.geneandpam.com/interior.html
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-02-2004, 10:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,097
Posted By Touringpro

I can certainly relate! I had the same problem...

I can certainly relate! I had the same problem when I did the interior of my '81 a couple of years ago. Here's (http://www.geneandpam.com/interior.html) how I solved it - a bit unorthordox, but it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-12-2004, 07:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 486
Posted By Touringpro

:iagree: What he said! I've found this to be one...

:iagree: What he said! I've found this to be one of - if not THE - most helpful and informative automotive forums on the net. Welcome!! :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-29-2004, 12:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,358
Posted By Touringpro

Re: Battery Replacement??? (Corvette_fetish)

http://www.geneandpam.com/images/vette/optima.jpg

$100 (give or take) @ Costco.


[Modified by Touringpro, 9:28 PM 6/28/2004]
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-21-2004, 12:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,713
Posted By Touringpro

Re: AC Delco Oil Filters??? (markdtn)

Same here! I looted the local K-mart for all their PF25s & 35s about a year and a half ago, as well as their Penskes and Castrol MaxPros (both mfd by Wix) - 38 filters total. Should last me a while ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-17-2004, 10:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 449
Posted By Touringpro

Re: Who sells the nicest quality mounted seats/foam package? (MN-Brent)

Well, I got mine (covers pre-mounted on foam) from Eckler's a couple of years ago.

http://www.geneandpam.com/images/vette/pass_seats.jpg
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-17-2004, 12:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 885
Posted By Touringpro

Re: Making up your own Mad kit for brighter headlights (ddecart)

He's referring to relay kits packaged and sold by MAD Enterprises in central Cal. This (http://www.madelectrical.com/electricaltech/brighter-headlights.shtml) link explains the benefits. I ordered a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-12-2004, 11:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 511
Posted By Touringpro

Re: Reinstalling My Interior - Guidance Needed (kaiserbud)

If you're referring to the insulation/heat barrier that many people install under the carpet, Reflectix brand (#BP24025) from Lowe's or Home Depot represents the best bang for the buck IMO. One 2' x...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-12-2004, 04:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 942
Posted By Touringpro

Re: interior re-decorating, thoughts please... (Desertdawg)

Hmmm . . . My '81 has both oil temp and oil pressure gauges. I've always assumed they're stock. :confused: The clock's in the radio and I know that POS is. :D
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-10-2004, 10:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,665
Posted By Touringpro

Re: Good aluminum wheel polish??? (Leos 81)

Mothers is an excellent product, and I used to swear by it . . . until I came across Busch Super Shine Alloy Polish. Widely used in the trucking industry - your average Kenworth or Freightliner has...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-08-2004, 09:48 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 10,168
Posted By Touringpro

Re: Brighter headlights (Summerfun)

You have mail
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-07-2004, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 774
Posted By Touringpro

Re: Installing Rug set this weekend. Any Tricks etc? (Larry3x2)

You're getting excellent advice from everyone. IMO, the most important thing is the heat barrier/insulation. It not only keeps the interior cooler, but cuts down on noise too. Believe me you'll kick...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-07-2004, 05:27 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 10,168
Posted By Touringpro

Re: Brighter headlights (GDaina)

If anyone is interested, I have an extra pair of 4537's for sale; I orderd 2 and they shipped me 4. I was originally going to send 'em back, but thought I'd offer them to you guys first.

My cost...
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