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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-06-2013, 08:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

update

Since I had just replaced the TA bushings about 5 years ago and used stainless hardware - it came out easy. When I removed the TA - the bushing that was installed (improperly I might add) simply...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-02-2012, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 855
Posted By ruby76

got enought stuff out of the way now to measure -...

got enought stuff out of the way now to measure - and the yokes are good. While I was at it - determined that one of the trailing arm bushings - (that I installed about a thousand miles ago) is bad....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-28-2012, 02:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

Willcox - just ordered a trailing arm bushing kit...

Willcox - just ordered a trailing arm bushing kit from your ebay store!!! Thanks!!!:flag:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-27-2012, 06:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

Didnt get to far and noticed this after removing...

Didnt get to far and noticed this after removing the strut rods and disconnecting the spring bolts - Drivers side is tight - this is the passenger side: (click for video). I cant move the front of...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-27-2012, 10:05 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,905
Posted By ruby76

Ditto. That's what I did and I have absolutely...

Ditto. That's what I did and I have absolutely no complaints with the radiator I received (I ordered from Oreill:flag:y's)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-27-2012, 09:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

update

Moved the '76 from the diagnosis side of the garage to the shop side of the garage. errr, moved it to the far side of the garage so it wont get in the way of everyday life. Jacked up and removed...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2012, 10:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

bump

bump
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-23-2012, 09:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 855
Posted By ruby76

side yoke play

How much/or how little - should the side yokes on the differential move in and out? Driver's side moves about 1/16 - the passenger side moves in/out about 1/8-3/16 (ish)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-23-2012, 01:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

Car is finally up on jack stands, rear tires off....

Car is finally up on jack stands, rear tires off. How much play (if any) should there be for the side yokes to go in or out? They both move havn't measured how much play there is. All shims and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-19-2012, 12:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

The trailing arm bushings were replaced in...

The trailing arm bushings were replaced in 2005(ish), along with a differential side yolk, adjustable strut rods etc. Unless one/both of those have failed in 7years/3000 miles. Thanks for all the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-18-2012, 07:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

yes, by skate, it feels like the back is trying...

yes, by skate, it feels like the back is trying to determine direction, and steering input is required to keep the car in the same lane. if a side yolk is bad/worn, then the trailing arm could move...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2012, 03:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

Thanks for the response. I'll be sure to check...

Thanks for the response. I'll be sure to check that at my next available free time ? (does that happen with a 5 and a 3 year old)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2012, 11:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,282
Posted By ruby76

which suspension part!!????

Drove the 76 to work yesterday and noticed an issue somewhere in the suspension but I don't know where to start. Mostly in 2nd in 3rd gear, if I accelerate (say at about 75% throttle) the car seems...
Forum: C3 General
12-14-2009, 11:56 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,638
Posted By ruby76

Mine is horrible - but then again - it needs...

Mine is horrible - but then again - it needs shocks on all corners - perhaps this summer .........:cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-14-2009, 11:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 567
Posted By ruby76

Very cool :cool:

Very cool :cool:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-14-2009, 11:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,389
Posted By ruby76

The above pics are what my '76 has - the part...

The above pics are what my '76 has - the part over the distributer is slightly different than that on the '71 - but the part under the ram's horns exhaust is the same. - no pics:iagree:
Forum: C3 General
09-28-2009, 04:41 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,818
Posted By ruby76

I met an old guy at a car cruise who claimed he...

I met an old guy at a car cruise who claimed he worked at GM and he and a buddy were carrying the valve cover mold (or at least one of the steps in molding) for the aluminum finned Corvette script...
Forum: C3 General
06-12-2009, 12:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 662
Posted By ruby76

I like it - more flowing lines than the more...

I like it - more flowing lines than the more recent production Vettes.
Forum: C3 General
06-12-2009, 10:50 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,476
Posted By ruby76

Just watched it - thanks, pretty nice setup.- and...

Just watched it - thanks, pretty nice setup.- and nice cars ;)
Forum: C3 General
06-12-2009, 09:55 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,476
Posted By ruby76

What does your shop/garage look like?

We just moved to a new house with an attached 3 car a year ago - not even CLOSE to being considered moved in and organized in the garage yet. I'd like to get some ideas from other folks on what/how...
Forum: C3 General
06-12-2009, 09:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,407
Posted By ruby76

Here's mine: not really picture worthy- and on...

Here's mine: not really picture worthy- and on the a lot closer to the 'stock' side of 'custom' - I like to call it rusto-rod-driver-needs-cleaning-look:
...
Forum: C3 General
06-12-2009, 09:40 AM
Replies: 848
Views: 120,852
Posted By ruby76

Pat, Sure like the white car - and wow - are...

Pat, Sure like the white car - and wow - are those bumpers on straight ;)
Forum: C3 General
06-12-2009, 09:33 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,010
Posted By ruby76

:iagree::cheers:

:iagree::cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-02-2009, 04:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,046
Posted By ruby76

255/60/15's on all corners of my '76 - a slight...

255/60/15's on all corners of my '76 - a slight rub on the frame on drivers side when wheels are against the lock on left turn. Just rubs the frame nice and clean and only lock the wheels hard left...
Forum: C3 General
06-01-2009, 11:20 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 8,860
Posted By ruby76

My wife and I 2 years ago - now we have a 2 year...

My wife and I 2 years ago - now we have a 2 year old and a 4 month old - so we are rarely seen together with the car - it is usually me and the 2 year old!...
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