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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-24-2023, 06:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,071
Posted By 65-StingRay

Some good advice in this thread. Here's a pic of...

Some good advice in this thread. Here's a pic of my floor with 1 puck on each side. This should give you a good idea of how much free space you will gain using two cheap hockey pucks....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-08-2023, 01:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,302
Posted By 65-StingRay

Yes it was cranking and it would not fire. The...

Yes it was cranking and it would not fire. The ECU test is in post #16 - if you haven't seen it.

65-StingRay
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-08-2023, 09:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 721
Posted By 65-StingRay

Jim I guess in my zeal to have my alignment...

Jim I guess in my zeal to have my alignment better from past to present I made it sound in my thread that the slow holes improved the caster. The wheel alignment as a whole improved my caster. The...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-07-2023, 11:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 315
Posted By 65-StingRay

Fix for Noisy door Weather Stripping

My '65 passenger door weather stripping is leaking air at speed. Both doors were last weather stripped in 1985. The air starts leaking in at about 70 mph and by 80 it's loud only on the passenger...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-07-2023, 10:24 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,405
Posted By 65-StingRay

If you go with what Reno Stallion, FLYNAVY30 &...

If you go with what Reno Stallion, FLYNAVY30 & Jim said you will be on the right track. Once you have your new suspension components in place you will be able to determine where you have to go from...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-06-2023, 11:15 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,405
Posted By 65-StingRay

What's wrong with it now? Does it handle poorly...

What's wrong with it now? Does it handle poorly with the BB? Has your car had any suspension upgrades in recent history?
You can start with better coil springs in front that work for a BB maybe...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-06-2023, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 721
Posted By 65-StingRay

C2 Wheel Align. Before and After

There's been a few wheel alignment threads lately. In 2014 I had manual steering and replaced my old manual steering box with a Borgeson power steering unit. Borgeson recommended going to the fast...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-05-2023, 11:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 693
Posted By 65-StingRay

The boroscope would be to help you spot the float...

The boroscope would be to help you spot the float in the tank. Look down into the tank through the boroscope. But GearheadJoe sent you the valuable info from JohnZ. I used his info as well to...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-05-2023, 09:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 693
Posted By 65-StingRay

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Could be as simple as a loose grd wire. I've done this...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-22-2023, 05:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By 65-StingRay

Chances are you can set the timing in the 8*-12*...

Chances are you can set the timing in the 8*-12* range without much worry. If your dad had the engine built to todays standard it can tolerate more than 4* of timing easily. You'll know when you push...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-22-2023, 01:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By 65-StingRay

Good to hear. If you decide to upgrade to either...

Good to hear. If you decide to upgrade to either the Sniper or new Atomic 2 download the software and get a laptop. Someone made an analogy that went like this. If you built a swimming pool for your...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-21-2023, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By 65-StingRay

Here's how Atomic describes the setting for...

Here's how Atomic describes the setting for idle:IDLE SETTING/THROTTLE PLATE SETTINGOnce the engine is up to operating temperature (above 160° F), the idle speed can be set to what was configured in...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-21-2023, 09:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By 65-StingRay

I'm using the Sniper with the MSD box and an MSD...

I'm using the Sniper with the MSD box and an MSD dizzy w/tach drive. As far as EFI goes they are basically all the same in their functionality. So as far as timing goes try to set it up the same way...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-16-2023, 10:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,392
Posted By 65-StingRay

Good job in sleuthing. Process of elimination...

Good job in sleuthing. Process of elimination working well. Hope the horn relay is your answer.
65-StingRay
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-16-2023, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 560
Posted By 65-StingRay

It sounds like the cap may be failing at this...

It sounds like the cap may be failing at this point. Going to the 15 lb cap should be no problem. I'd have to check my reference manuals for the exact number. But someone will chime in quicker with...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-16-2023, 10:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 738
Posted By 65-StingRay

dplotkin, I like what you said about how the new...

dplotkin, I like what you said about how the new tire size is better than the old ones. I agree the wheel well capacity is filled out more and looks way more appealing especially with those new gold...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-12-2023, 10:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,058
Posted By 65-StingRay

Yes that's the bushing. Bellhousing alignment may...

Yes that's the bushing. Bellhousing alignment may also need to be checked. Back to the bushing - I removed mine last year with some moist white bread and beat it in with the alignment dowel for the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-12-2023, 09:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 786
Posted By 65-StingRay

I love the fact that you stated you have 617,000...

I love the fact that you stated you have 617,000 miles on your vette. I'd say that's pretty impressive on it's own. Have a great and safe summer driving season.
65-StingRay
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2023, 09:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 521
Posted By 65-StingRay

Hey Pop, I don't know how much chroming costs...

Hey Pop, I don't know how much chroming costs where you live but I just replaced my seat covers and was looking at the price of new hockey sticks at Corv. Central. They were going for about $220.00...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2023, 09:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 405
Posted By 65-StingRay

I had the same problem last year. The solution...

I had the same problem last year. The solution was simple. I used Permatex - Permashield Gasket Dressing & Sealant (85420). It's fuel resistant. My tank has not leaked a drop since I applied it. The...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-03-2023, 09:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,644
Posted By 65-StingRay

Just want to say this thread is loaded with great...

Just want to say this thread is loaded with great information. Thanks to all of you.
65-StingRay
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-02-2023, 03:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,644
Posted By 65-StingRay

That's going to be a daunting task after 4 yrs....

That's going to be a daunting task after 4 yrs. I'd say start with a plan and follow it. First thing would be to find some videos on the things that are most important to you. I have a PDF on dash...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-31-2023, 06:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 804
Posted By 65-StingRay

I'm wondering if you call one of the aftermarket...

I'm wondering if you call one of the aftermarket wiring companies if they could send you the correct plug then you would have to splice it in. Maybe Electric Limited or any number of other companies....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-31-2023, 02:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By 65-StingRay

Here's a pic of the power window armature: ...

Here's a pic of the power window armature:

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1333/100_0730_31b5ce92c6d8af610acfa05e4998bf34f3e228e7.jpg
power window armature

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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-31-2023, 11:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By 65-StingRay

I've repaired both. They are similar but not the...

I've repaired both. They are similar but not the same. If you would like me to check my picture file I believe I have pictures of both as well as the insides. I'm not on my home computer right now so...
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