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Forum: C4 General Discussion
Yesterday, 08:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 306
Posted By RWDsmoke

Obviously it has been converted to drive by wire...

Obviously it has been converted to drive by wire so the steering wheel can be handed to the passenger. Share the driving on long trips.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-06-2024, 06:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 439
Posted By RWDsmoke

I have an AEM 30-0300 permanently installed...

I have an AEM 30-0300 permanently installed that has worked well for the last four years. I chose it because it has a shallow gauge and doesn't need much space behind it. The sensor is installed...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-04-2024, 05:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 423
Posted By RWDsmoke

Grab your timing light and varify actual timing...

Grab your timing light and varify actual timing agrees with commanded timing in your tune throughout the rpm range. It might be happier with more advance at low rpm's. Mine likes to idle ...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-04-2024, 02:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 423
Posted By RWDsmoke

[QUOTE=drive it;1607687066]timing is base 6 total...

[QUOTE=drive it;1607687066]timing is base 6 total 20 at idle

What is your idle speed, and cam specs?
Forum: C4 General Discussion
03-28-2024, 08:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 253
Posted By RWDsmoke

I tried octaine booster fron Autozone. It didn't...

I tried octaine booster fron Autozone. It didn't change the way it ran and it put a rust colored coating on the sparkplugs. Never tried it again. Maybe different brands work better.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-17-2024, 04:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 271
Posted By RWDsmoke

[QUOTE=yakmastermax;1607626108]did you modify the...

[QUOTE=yakmastermax;1607626108]did you modify the intake yourself? How did you do the distributor mounting pad? What angle relative to the "flat" of the top of the china wall did you end up with? 4...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-17-2024, 03:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 271
Posted By RWDsmoke

Ports line up just like the original. I use the...

Ports line up just like the original. I use the vortec intake manifold gaskets.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-16-2024, 09:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 271
Posted By RWDsmoke

I used to run a vortec truck motor in my 86. I...

I used to run a vortec truck motor in my 86. I used a modified lt4 intake and welding on flanges from the original vortec manifold. I still have it in storage somewhere if anyone is interested....
Forum: C4 General Discussion
03-11-2024, 07:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 705
Posted By RWDsmoke

You didn't give your location. I live near San...

You didn't give your location. I live near San Antonio and I two spares. I would be willing to let someone try one before buying.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-10-2024, 09:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 240
Posted By RWDsmoke

Seals can fail because of age or lack of...

Seals can fail because of age or lack of lubrication. Denso seal kits are cheap and easy to install. With the proper refrigerant and oil you should be good for another 20 years.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
03-06-2024, 06:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 542
Posted By RWDsmoke

I converted to a Taurus fan many years ago by...

I converted to a Taurus fan many years ago by grafting the two shrouds together. It is a two speed fan that I wired a varable speed controller into the high speed side. The fan thermostat is set...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
02-28-2024, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 255
Posted By RWDsmoke

[QUOTE=fcable;1607570607]Thanks for the info....

[QUOTE=fcable;1607570607]Thanks for the info. I've purchased one from Rockauto.com. See if this one works. Is this a common problem with these M/C? I've never had a M/C leak in any other vehicle I've...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
02-27-2024, 06:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 255
Posted By RWDsmoke

I don't think you will find a rebuild kit for any...

I don't think you will find a rebuild kit for any c4 corvette. I looked but ended up buying a new master cylinder.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
02-27-2024, 05:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 309
Posted By RWDsmoke

I once bought a replacement hood cable that was...

I once bought a replacement hood cable that was too short on one side. The problem was solved by buying a cable from a different manufacturer.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
02-26-2024, 08:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 283
Posted By RWDsmoke

Mine had a notch in the rod that the set screw...

Mine had a notch in the rod that the set screw fits in so it can't slip. Doesn't neet to be very tight.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
02-26-2024, 08:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 220
Posted By RWDsmoke

Good advice. I would use a small pipewrench. ...

Good advice. I would use a small pipewrench. have a 10 inch one that would easily either take it out or twist it off.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
02-01-2024, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 227
Posted By RWDsmoke

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/fuel_tank_91c29f2c7eaac5c16112efce74b46b514d4c9a22.jpg
It fits just like the original.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
02-01-2024, 08:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 227
Posted By RWDsmoke

Mine didn't come from Rockauto but it is a Liland...

Mine didn't come from Rockauto but it is a Liland Global tank. I've had it about ten years. It's probably as good as any aftermarket tank out there. No baffle but I don't know of any aftermarket tank...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-22-2024, 02:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 637
Posted By RWDsmoke

I installed a cap on mine about ten years ago. ...

I installed a cap on mine about ten years ago. Great fit and it still looks good. My only complaint is it's just a little too glossy, the sun reflects onto the windshield.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-16-2024, 10:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 338
Posted By RWDsmoke

The auto trans cars came with a Dana 36. With...

The auto trans cars came with a Dana 36. With 400-450 hp you would be better off investing your money in a Dana 44.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-14-2024, 01:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 277
Posted By RWDsmoke

Manual transmission. Never been on a dyno. I'm...

Manual transmission. Never been on a dyno. I'm happy with it, street only and I don't really care about numbers. I think You'll love that cam with a good tune.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-13-2024, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 277
Posted By RWDsmoke

Before the tune I had to turn off the A/C before...

Before the tune I had to turn off the A/C before stopping at traffic lights. After a good tune my hotcam idles with a very slight lope at 750 rpm's.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-12-2024, 01:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 119
Posted By RWDsmoke

I'm happy with 3.73 gears with my ZF6 swap. It ...

I'm happy with 3.73 gears with my ZF6 swap. It turns 2000 rpm's at 80 mph in 6th. I replaced all bearings, seals and clutches. I did run the 3.07 gears for a while. It wasn't bad but I...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-11-2024, 03:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 202
Posted By RWDsmoke

I bought Bosch EV14's from DeatschWerks. They...

I bought Bosch EV14's from DeatschWerks. They are new and come with ALL of the tunung data you need.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-05-2024, 11:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 649
Posted By RWDsmoke

When I painted mine six years ago the bumper...

When I painted mine six years ago the bumper cover was warped bad on the top side next to the hood. I foiund two pieces of 1/8" thick aluminum and sandwitched and
c-clamped the urethane. I Heated...
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