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Timing cover seal (not gasket)
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Because it seals against the damper not the...
Because it seals against the damper not the crankshaft.
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03-16-2024, 09:52 AM
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Wiring diagram
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Likely a reference to the Instrument Panel...
Likely a reference to the Instrument Panel harness but that depends on which wiring diagram source you're using.
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Connecting U69 Radio
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11VFM1 1 =1971 model year 1 = Chevrolet V...
11VFM1
1 =1971 model year
1 = Chevrolet
V = Corvette
FM = AM/FM Stereo
1 = revision #1
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02-03-2024, 07:14 AM
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Where to connect!
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Goes to the Radio Capacitor connection on the...
Goes to the Radio Capacitor connection on the Ignition Switch
Should be hot from the wiper fuse in the fuse block
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01-10-2024, 07:40 AM
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Anybody know what this is?
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Wiper door relay. See it here...
Wiper door relay.
See it here...
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11-27-2023, 09:18 AM
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C3 Roadster Side Window Apertures
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Hammerhead Fred
Install your hardtop and adjust the windows for...
Install your hardtop and adjust the windows for their very best fit against the hardtop weather strips.
Remove the hardtop and then adjust the soft top for the best fit against the windows.
The...
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Gauge power issue ...
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Could you provide more detail on this...
Could you provide more detail on this conversion/swap?
What 72 volt meter did you "convert" to?
The OEM 72 C3 gauge cluster was also an amp meter.
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Looking for someone that may know the history of my C3
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Here it is.... BAT...
Here it is.... BAT (https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1971-chevrolet-corvette-109/)
And here on Hemmings (https://www.hemmings.com/auction/1971-chevrolet-corvette-859201/sold)
In Virginia you can...
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'69 convertible bow locks and lock pins don't engage
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That's what I meant: Using the attaching screws...
That's what I meant: Using the attaching screws where the pin receiver is mounted onto the rear bow loosen the screws and the entire receiver can be "adjusted" laterally (you'll see the screws pass...
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'69 convertible bow locks and lock pins don't engage
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It's the bow pins that are adjustable. They can...
It's the bow pins that are adjustable. They can be adjusted via their attachment to the rear bow (one screw on either side of the pin) from inside the top.
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10-13-2023, 09:52 AM
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'71 4-Speed: Does Exhaust Need to Come Out for Trans Removal?
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I have the stock configuration 2.5" exhaust...
I have the stock configuration 2.5" exhaust mounted on my 71 4-speed (4-speeds came with welded cross members).
While I'd prefer being able to remove the exhaust and/or cross member: I've never had...
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72 Tachometer Trouble
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Try testing the tach independent of the...
Try testing the tach independent of the distributor to narrow down your issue.
To do this you can disconnect the cable from the distributor and chuck a hand drill to the cable end and spin up the...
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08-18-2023, 07:04 AM
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1971 Wiring Harness
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Zip sells the Lectric Limited harness
Zip sells the Lectric Limited harness
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08-12-2023, 11:25 AM
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Replacing end of fiber optic cable
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The above is the best solution if you can reuse...
The above is the best solution if you can reuse the ferrule.
I had one of my ferrules break in half and was unable to locate a new one.
I ended up substituting a electrical connector crimp in place...
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71 w/AC adding coolant
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Your understanding is pretty spot on. On the...
Your understanding is pretty spot on. On the radiator just below the radiator cap you should see embossed into the radiator tank a line with the phrase "cool fill" or something similar. As long as...
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Front Spring Install
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Try the method shown the link below? Go to this...
Try the method shown the link below?
Go to this link and start with post #8 (https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-general/3674046-here-we-go-again-coil-spring-installation.html)
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Go to this thread and see post #8...
Go to this thread and see post #8 (https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/c3-general/3674046-here-we-go-again-coil-spring-installation.html) for detailed photos on how to use the spring compressor.
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Diff crossmember stuck !!
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I had good results using a long pry bar. Come...
I had good results using a long pry bar.
Come in from the wheel opening, Insert between the crossmember and frame and push down on the bar toward the ground.
Do no pull up on the bar because when...
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Heater box sealant
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Caulking cord/rope available in your local big...
Caulking cord/rope available in your local big box store in the weather stripping isle.
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C3 Headlights fading off and on
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Hammerhead Fred
Often a sign that the headlight switch is...
Often a sign that the headlight switch is overheating.
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Help identify this motor
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Hammerhead Fred
If you could post the casting number from the...
If you could post the casting number from the rear of the block you'd likely get better answers.
The 1997 Chevy Tahoe 2WD 4WD 1/2 ton & 3/4 ton appears to have the following FKA, FKB, FKF, FLA, FLD,...
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Battery Boiling Over
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You should check the condition of the sensing...
You should check the condition of the sensing wire connected to the alternator.
Over time the wire strands wear/break right at the connector or the connector can become corroded preventing the...
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Pots and pans - weird noise
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Noise from rear area only with heavy braking; ...
Noise from rear area only with heavy braking; perhaps it's a loose spare tire carrier.
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C3 Tech/Performance
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69 amp meter questions and pic request
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This should help your troubleshooting... ...
This should help your troubleshooting...
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Brake lights not working after courtesy fuse replaced
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Hammerhead Fred
Symptom sound like a bad/poor ground somewhere. ...
Symptom sound like a bad/poor ground somewhere.
Try removing the fuse you installed for the courtesy lights an see if the parking lights go completely out.
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