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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2009, 08:47 PM
Replies: 474
Views: 55,093
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

C&D ram a stock '76 180 (net) HP to 121 but it...

C&D ram a stock '76 180 (net) HP to 121 but it was PAST the power peak turning 5150 rpm while rated power was at 4000 rpm. Their test of a '71 LS-6 325 (net) HP (425 gross) to 152, but it was...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-19-2009, 09:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,589
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

I had had problems with my '69s brakes for over...

I had had problems with my '69s brakes for over 20 years until I went to SSBC aluminum calipers. I tried NEW GM caliper components, stainless steel brake clipers, and O-ring pistons all had problems...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-06-2009, 10:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 484
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

If you actually plan on driving your car, leather...

If you actually plan on driving your car, leather seating surfaces feel and breathe better than vinyl.

There's a reason cars come with cloth or leather seats these days.....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-01-2009, 09:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,465
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

You can check the ground with an ohm meter from...

You can check the ground with an ohm meter from the black headlight socket wire to the frame.

Since the high beams work on all lights and you have replaced the bulbs it sounds like you could have...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-29-2009, 11:34 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,941
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

I like many, like to run plenty of oil pressure. ...

I like many, like to run plenty of oil pressure.

However, when these cars were new most had "Readings of 30 to 40 psi may be considered normal during moderate road speeds of 35 to 40 mph at...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-24-2009, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 778
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

I run Goodyear Eagle F1s 245ZR45-17s. I ran...

I run Goodyear Eagle F1s 245ZR45-17s. I ran 255ZR40s before this set.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-07-2008, 09:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,219
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

Before you rebuild a steering box make sure the...

Before you rebuild a steering box make sure the main worm isn't pitted. A normal rebuild wont fix your box like new if it is pitted out.

I got a new steering box from Chevy recently. It wasn't...
Forum: C3 General
12-07-2008, 09:19 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 47,877
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

My highly modified 350 gets 11 to 12 mpg both on...

My highly modified 350 gets 11 to 12 mpg both on the highway or in traffic. Comp Cams 294S being the main cause...

The original 350-350 with slant plug heads, Torker intake, and 600 Holley DP...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-07-2008, 09:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 352
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

If the valve is not stuck as evidenced by lost...

If the valve is not stuck as evidenced by lost motion at the valve when the engine is off.

If the valve is not stuck the only things that will cause hard steering is the pump not producing...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-30-2008, 12:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,420
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

No. If you were worried about the proper sizing...

No. If you were worried about the proper sizing of the resistor, you could temporarily put a 10A fuse in series with the parallel amp meter wire. One fuse will do it!
Forum: C3 General
11-29-2008, 11:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 237
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

There are already too many automatic transmission...

There are already too many automatic transmission equipped Corvettes!!

But it's America, so you can do whatever you want!! (At least for now..)
Forum: C3 General
11-29-2008, 11:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,179
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

QUESTION: If '70 LT-1s came with 6 quart oil...

QUESTION: If '70 LT-1s came with 6 quart oil pans, was power steering NOT available on those cars?

I had to loose my Chevrolet 6 qt oil pan when I added power steering to my modded '69...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-27-2008, 10:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,420
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

If you have a universal harness there should be a...

If you have a universal harness there should be a wire that runs from the alternator to the main + terminal on the starter that the battery cable connects up with.

The amp gauge needs to be in...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-20-2008, 11:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,757
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

I would install oil filters AS SPECIFIED. Hand...

I would install oil filters AS SPECIFIED. Hand tight is NOT right. Most filters say to tighten 3/4 to 1 turn after contact of the gasket.

On my SRT-10, the torque is specified at 13.5 ft-lb,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-11-2008, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,512
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

Although it's been a long time, but I was able to...

Although it's been a long time, but I was able to get the fuel filled directly into my tank. I was amazed how quickly my '69's tank was filled!!!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-10-2008, 08:42 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,055
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

Looks like a restamp to me......

Looks like a restamp to me......
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-10-2008, 08:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,512
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

When I ran a stock 11:1 CR 350-350 (excepting...

When I ran a stock 11:1 CR 350-350 (excepting iron slant plug iron heads and a Torker intake) it ran PERFECTLY on 100LL.

100LL provides absolutely no detonation and no perculation.

I ran...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-10-2008, 08:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,730
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

In the end you may find the gear on the...

In the end you may find the gear on the distributor shaft is worn causing the mating gear to wear out prematurely.

It is easy to reclock the distributor and you should NEVER need an angle adapter...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-10-2008, 08:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,446
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

NEVER straighten a steering wheel by reindexing...

NEVER straighten a steering wheel by reindexing the wheel on the shaft!!!

While it straightens it, you lose "high point" steering, that is when the steering box is in the proper straight ahead...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-29-2008, 10:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 893
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

:iagree::iagree: I used a fairly long needle...

:iagree::iagree:

I used a fairly long needle nose and left all other components in place. I recall I could see the pin when on my back looking up, legs over the top of the seat back (top down...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-29-2008, 10:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 19,300
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

If you are talking about your brake switch valve...

If you are talking about your brake switch valve you can unstick it by removing the switch and pushing it back towards center with a screwdriver. That should allow you to bleed the brakes.

The...
Forum: C3 General
07-23-2008, 07:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 628
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

Technically Corvettes since '56 have been...

Technically Corvettes since '56 have been convertibles.

Roadsters have tops but do not have roll up windows - they have side curtains or lack window closures of any type.
Forum: C3 General
07-10-2008, 09:47 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,705
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

I have had my '69 Convertible ('00035) since...

I have had my '69 Convertible ('00035) since February 12, 1976. That's almost 32.5 years. I've driven it 150,000 miles in those years including multiple trips to both coasts from here in IA....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-10-2008, 09:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 473
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

I also use the Holley heat shield which is...

I also use the Holley heat shield which is basically identical to the factory LT-1 shield.

It helps but isn't perfect with my highly modded 355 (Brodix -8 pro aluminum heads, 10.67:1 CR, Victor...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-04-2008, 09:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 895
Posted By StickShiftCorvette

I think its off an L82, I don't which year...

I think its off an L82, I don't which year...
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