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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-04-2024, 11:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,232
Posted By don peters

Rt. 66 Have had my 1962 for 60 years now, ...

Rt. 66
Have had my 1962 for 60 years now, Traveled Rt. 66 six times since 1964. I pulled friends Ford pickup truck that was stuck in mud in cow pasture, added electric fuel pump at rest stop while...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
04-21-2023, 02:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 965
Posted By don peters

Price and shipping to Apollo Beach, Fla. 33572. ...

Price and shipping to Apollo Beach, Fla. 33572.
Thanks don
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-02-2023, 07:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 960
Posted By don peters

Current trans is 4l60e withh 3:55 rear. Had 1993...

Current trans is 4l60e withh 3:55 rear. Had 1993 with auto tans but prefer standard shifting for the 62. Thanks for the responces.
don
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-02-2023, 04:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 960
Posted By don peters

Mechanical clutch for tremec 5 speed trans

Considering a tremec 5 speed for my 62 vette. Would prefer the old style clutch vs hydraulic. SS responce was negative. In looking at bellhousing and block (ls1) it appears that a bracket could be...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-16-2022, 11:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,746
Posted By don peters

Bought my 62 there in 1964. Don't recall hearing...

Bought my 62 there in 1964. Don't recall hearing any association with any racing at that time. Did race the Vette at local tracks but memory has failed in the 60 years since.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-15-2022, 10:33 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,438
Posted By don peters

Spot on. Possibly root or primer for all grille...

Spot on. Possibly root or primer for all grille colors to follow.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-14-2022, 03:09 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,438
Posted By don peters

After having mine for 58 years, I cannot remember...

After having mine for 58 years, I cannot remember any questions about a gold grille until about 10-15 years later when it was suggested that the gold grille was for the high hp cars which mine was,...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-12-2022, 08:40 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,438
Posted By don peters

I guess the next question to ask is what date...

I guess the next question to ask is what date these books were written? Were they written in 1962 or after that. Were they written from memory, documated material or just an opinion. I am very...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-12-2022, 01:01 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,438
Posted By don peters

Gold grill

I also have a gold grill 1962 Vette. It had 327-340 hp, Almond Beige with red interior.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-12-2022, 11:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 259
Posted By don peters

Hardtop liner adhesive

Any recommendations for hardtop liner glues. Liner has started to fall after 60 years. Is about the same age as me failing too. Live in Florida so mabe heat is a factor. thank you, don
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-17-2021, 12:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By don peters

Pictures of bearings ...

Pictures of bearings
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/1580x2000/car_part2_cb0412a4fc85cc35ad2306fd8725d8f821ace8aa.jpg...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-16-2021, 11:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By don peters

Steering column

I cut the column just below the VIN tag and installed (welded) a spherical bearing to the column. Orientate lube hole in bearing for access so you can lube the bearing. Do not cut double "D" shaft...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
12-30-2020, 04:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 727
Posted By don peters

Just received it today 12/30/20. Guess the covid...

Just received it today 12/30/20. Guess the covid affected the post office operation.
Thanks for your concern. Be safe and have a happy new year.
Don
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
10-26-2020, 04:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 727
Posted By don peters

c1 1962 steering wheel hub and bell

Looking for steering wheel hub and bell for my 15 inch wheel.
thanks
Don
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-02-2020, 08:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 336
Posted By don peters

Check transaction feedback section

Check transaction feedback section
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-14-2019, 01:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By don peters

Thanks for taking time to help me. The (hate to...

Thanks for taking time to help me. The (hate to admit) street shop chassis I have measures 10.25 inches for both mounts. I have to use 5/8 inch rubber body shims to keep the body from rubbing the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-13-2019, 02:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By don peters

C1 radiator mount dimension help needed

Need radiator mount dimension relative to front body mount for my 62 Vette.. Should be a easy task measuring from floor to front body mount and from floor to radiator mount. This will give me a...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
12-02-2018, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,498
Posted By don peters

What are you asking for it?

What are you asking for it?
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-09-2018, 04:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,602
Posted By don peters

Will try to answer all points. 1. Windshield...

Will try to answer all points.
1. Windshield frame post is even with dash.
2. Yes used sealer around all studs.
3. Gap between door posts and windshield posts is about 7/16 inch plus. Don;t...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-09-2018, 09:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,602
Posted By don peters

I have 291/2 inches at this point. don

I have 291/2 inches at this point.
don
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-08-2018, 10:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,602
Posted By don peters

Haven't put on door posts on as yet from re...

Haven't put on door posts on as yet from re chroming.


will check tomorrow.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-08-2018, 10:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,602
Posted By don peters

Mike The old windshield was the one that came...

Mike
The old windshield was the one that came on the car. I have owned it for 54 years. Yes the hard top and the convertible tops have fit perfectly for years. The only thing changed was the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-08-2018, 01:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,602
Posted By don peters

Windshield size

I just replaced the windshield on my 62. When I installed the hard top to check for fit the drivers side is about 3/4 inch from header and pass side is over 1 inch from header.. The new windshield...
Forum: Transactions Feedback
08-24-2018, 12:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 24,337
Posted By don peters

response to your post

Short answer no. I am including 2 drawings that show Street Shop used the scam of “bait and switch” on this frame I purchased from them. The drawings show the end views of the front and rear...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-10-2017, 09:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,070
Posted By don peters

resto mod frame

Street shop could/would be a very expensive mistake. Check transaction feedback section, resto mod disaster with street shop chassis.
Don
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