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10-31-2022, 02:31 PM
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borgeson steering upgrade
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I have it in my 1981. its much better, only...
I have it in my 1981. its much better, only negative is I have sidepipes, so you have to wrap headers cause if you don't you will cook seal by pitman arm and have oil leaking on driveway.
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S Spring for door
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S Spring for door
Do you need to take the door off the car to replace the S spring? I've been trying but no luck with door on the car. I have the tool. Just wondering what others have done.
Thanks
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Engine Removal with the Hood On
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If your worried about pulling hood, I wouldn't...
If your worried about pulling hood, I wouldn't pull motor
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08-18-2021, 01:55 PM
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How do I install an A/C and what parts do I get?
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Original air group has everything you need. I did...
Original air group has everything you need. I did a complete rebiuld on my 81. Did the 134A the right way with a parallel condenser. Air temp on a 95 degree day is 45 degrees in the car. Could not be...
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Rebuild or go crate motor
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Rebuild it
Rebuild it
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08-09-2021, 05:03 PM
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you can have a nice sounding stereo in a C3
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Side Pipes - weird question
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Not sure what color interior you have but a...
Not sure what color interior you have but a contrasting interior helps that pop your looking for. If you go sidepipes go chrome wheels that will also add the pop your looking for.
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07-14-2021, 02:08 PM
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A/C Question - '79
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Heres what I did, Factory A/C system goes down to...
Heres what I did, Factory A/C system goes down to 42 degrees. May not be what you want but I don't care what anyone says the factory A/C gets very cold when done right.
...
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Favorite Picture of YOUR 'Vette
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Brake Pedal Goes to the floor when Engine is Running, HELP
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1. Gravity bleeding Put someone in the car and...
1. Gravity bleeding
Put someone in the car and another person open up a bleeder on the rear caliper. Do this to make sure the Master is pushing fluid. If so, go to passenger rear caliper and open...
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Survey: 1981 Computer Command Control
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Out When you remove computer harness remember...
Out
When you remove computer harness remember the the power wire for the compressor is in the computer harness so remember to remove it.
Running a GM crate motor with carb, electric fans,...
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08-28-2020, 10:34 PM
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1981 A/C overhaul to R134A
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I remove the side vent on front fender
I remove the side vent on front fender
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08-27-2020, 07:37 AM
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1981 A/C overhaul to R134A
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Surprisingly easy. The evaporator part separates...
Surprisingly easy. The evaporator part separates from the heater section. I think it six screws outside and one screw from inside. Then removes from engine car partment. Just need to remove washer...
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08-26-2020, 10:52 AM
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1981 A/C overhaul to R134A
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Napa R12 to R134 adapters with schrader valve...
Napa
R12 to R134 adapters with schrader valve $12.00
Pag 150 oil qty 2 $20.00
Cycling switch $27.00
Original Air
Evaporator $270.00
Parallel Flow Condenser $290.00
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08-25-2020, 06:48 PM
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1981 A/C overhaul to R134A
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Just went for a ride and its 88 and humid, Proof...
Just went for a ride and its 88 and humid, Proof is in the putting! Air temp from vent 45 degrees...
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08-25-2020, 10:20 AM
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1981 A/C overhaul to R134A
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https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/166x305/switch_893c96db6fc2146c018583138b0dee98efa95fc6.jpg Its been a while since i uploaded a pic much easier than before. The screw is...
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1981 A/C overhaul to R134A
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The switch that is already on your car could be...
The switch that is already on your car could be adjustable. Between the two prongs on the switch you will see a screw. Turning the screw CC wise will lower the shut off pressure so the compressor...
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08-25-2020, 01:17 AM
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1981 A/C overhaul to R134A
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1981 A/C overhaul to R134A
A/C not blowing as cold as it should, the debate keep it R12 or switch to R134A. After tons of research, I decided to go R134A. Many phone calls to Original Air and Classic Auto Air, I removed...
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1980 Black interior parts
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How much for the rear surround from back window....
How much for the rear surround from back window. need to ship to 60060
Not the roof panels
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C3 General
10-22-2018, 09:54 PM
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Excellent Restoration Shop Chicago Area
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Zizzo in Lincolnshire. Awesome work!
Zizzo in Lincolnshire. Awesome work!
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09-27-2018, 09:15 PM
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Front Suspension Global West, Ride Tech, Detroit Speed
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Front Suspension Global West, Ride Tech, Detroit Speed
Cheapest upgrade Global West
Middle Ride Tech
Most expensive Detroit Speed
Car is only used for driving, no track. Just want the best ride out of the three. I hope someone has these upgrades...
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C3 Tech/Performance
09-11-2018, 09:40 PM
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1981 Stock Engine Rebuild
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I have a 81 and i went with a crate motor but if...
I have a 81 and i went with a crate motor but if you use stock motor I would rebuild lower end since you'll have it out. Then some new heads, cam, new intake, dist and carb. Only difference is stock...
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C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2018, 09:54 AM
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Coil overs
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I contacted Global West and they were quite...
I contacted Global West and they were quite helpful, They are going to set me up with another manufacture of coil overs with the special spring for what I need. I am also contacting ride tech, just...
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C3 Tech/Performance
08-16-2018, 07:36 PM
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Coil overs
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Do you like your quality of ride compared to what...
Do you like your quality of ride compared to what you had before
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C3 Tech/Performance
08-16-2018, 05:54 PM
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Coil overs
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Coil overs
Which one are the best for stock frame pockets. I have global west upper and lower control arms. I was thinking QA1 but I here the shock gives a poor ride. Not saying what I heard is accurate, this...
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