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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-22-2021, 02:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 638
Posted By LabRat

temp loss of power to the fuel pump 1959 with 350 motor

I'm running an aux. fuel pump for a replacement 350 motor and yesterday the fuel pump quit. AGM fuse in fuse block and in-line fuse looked good. I don't know it there was voltage at fuse block but...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-16-2020, 03:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 495
Posted By LabRat

Replace '59 hood male lock pop-up assembly

This is the bullet shaped piece with the spring and locking ring that secures the top of the hood up by the firewall. Do I need to remove the rectangular plate around it and remove as a unit or can I...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-31-2017, 01:56 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 13,130
Posted By LabRat

34 years as a Chemist.

34 years as a Chemist.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-11-2016, 05:48 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,085
Posted By LabRat

On this special day for Veterans remember...

On this special day for Veterans remember America's forgotten heroes. Sarge 082X, my buddy in Vietnam. A Top-Dog participant, he was one of the first 45 dogs deployed to Nam. I joined him 6...
Forum: Help Forum
09-24-2016, 05:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 706
Posted By LabRat

Thanks DZ that is the article I wrote.

Thanks DZ that is the article I wrote.
Forum: Help Forum
09-23-2016, 04:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 706
Posted By LabRat

Can't open C-1 Tech Tips page

Anyone else having a problem with it? I posted an article a gazillion years ago on my alternator conversion to the left side and others are asking me for that info. Unfortunately I don't have any...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-07-2016, 10:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,461
Posted By LabRat

For 59 Blue Silver: I used polished hard lines...

For 59 Blue Silver: I used polished hard lines from Old Air Products and lines and fittings from Godman Hi-Performance. The car is plumbed in braided stainless for the coolant and fuel systems. No...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-06-2016, 08:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,461
Posted By LabRat

I didn't like the idea of hoses laying across my...

I didn't like the idea of hoses laying across my engine so I mounted everything on the right side. Using braided teflon lined hoses neatened things up and looks better in my opinion. Cost a little...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-19-2016, 08:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 629
Posted By LabRat

My '59 does the same thing. Seems I remember...

My '59 does the same thing. Seems I remember this being called the bachelors lean or something like that. My passenger seat is empty 99% of the time. Save the Wave
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-18-2016, 06:29 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,674
Posted By LabRat

3rd SPS K-9 Bien Hoa 66-67 Sarge 082X War Dogs...

3rd SPS K-9 Bien Hoa 66-67 Sarge 082X War Dogs America's forgotten heroes. See this web site for more information: http://www.uswardogs.org/war-dog-history/vietnam/ Save the Wave :salute:
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-15-2016, 06:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 607
Posted By LabRat

ttt

ttt
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-14-2016, 07:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 607
Posted By LabRat

Carpet from 1A Auto for '59

Does anyone have any experience with this vendor? Seems like a good price for my driver quality car. I found their ad here: ...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-09-2016, 04:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,850
Posted By LabRat

Things that make you say "Poop"!

Replaced the water pump on the '59 yesterday. For those who don't know, the water pump is integral to the engine mounting system. Four bolts through the water pump that also go through the engine...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-09-2016, 04:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,556
Posted By LabRat

Radials are the only way to go. Find someone who...

Radials are the only way to go. Find someone who knows what they are doing and have the alignment done using radial specs. I'm much more satisfied with the way the whitewalls have held up on my set...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-13-2016, 03:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,301
Posted By LabRat

One of the best car shows on now. No drama or...

One of the best car shows on now. No drama or profanity bleeps constantly. I was surprised to see a few months ago my Lamborghini Miura was discovered in Miami, Fl. and still in the family I sold...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-26-2015, 11:09 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,276
Posted By LabRat

Hardtop is off for the winter (car has air) and...

Hardtop is off for the winter (car has air) and it's top down till April. 84 in Sebring yesterday. Merry Christmas Form friends.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-08-2014, 08:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,506
Posted By LabRat

I'm using this one I got from CC about 15 years...

I'm using this one I got from CC about 15 years ago. It is padded and that helps with the extra effort to turn it while parking. Save the Wave.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-02-2014, 06:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,319
Posted By LabRat

Remove the hardtop now that I don't need the air...

Remove the hardtop now that I don't need the air conditioning. Avoid main roads that are crowded with Snowbirds (also knows as moving chicanes). Remove umbrella and towels used to sop up afternoon...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-31-2014, 03:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,978
Posted By LabRat

Six retired Irishmen were playing poker in...

Six retired Irishmen were playing poker in O'Leary's apartment when Paddy Murphy loses $500 on a single hand, clutches his chest, and drops dead at the table. Showing respect for their fallen...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-11-2014, 03:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,582
Posted By LabRat

Diamondbacks are great. Coker whitewalls failed...

Diamondbacks are great. Coker whitewalls failed after 3 years. My wide whites are based on the Yokohama T4 Hi-Performance Radial tire and they are awesome. Save the Wave.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-18-2014, 07:06 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,659
Posted By LabRat

If you do ship ask "who is really bringing the...

If you do ship ask "who is really bringing the car? Them, or someone they are sub-letting to. I booked with a major company to get my '59 home from Conte's in New Jersey in 2000. Their brochures...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-10-2014, 12:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 824
Posted By LabRat

I just registered a motor home 2 weeks ago. Over...

I just registered a motor home 2 weeks ago. Over $400 in registration fees, and then there was the sales tax. Good thing I was sitting down when they gave me the bill. By the way, I'm really...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-22-2014, 06:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 971
Posted By LabRat

Oops, I don't think i have "fast burn" heads. ...

Oops, I don't think i have "fast burn" heads. I'm using stock 1995 heads with better parts. Sorry if that messes you up.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-22-2014, 06:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 971
Posted By LabRat

I am using them. No problems for me. Save the...

I am using them. No problems for me. Save the Wave.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-09-2014, 03:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 874
Posted By LabRat

Last car from Museum is out of the hole.

Hurt bad.
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