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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-05-2021, 09:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 390
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Discharge

Thanks everyone for the suggestions on next steps.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-04-2021, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 390
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Battery Discharges Through Clock/Courtesy/Cigar Ltr

FellowC3er’s,

About 10 years ago, I replaced the original clock with a quartz one. Prior to that replacement, the battery would discharge in a couple of days unless I pulled the Clock/Courtesy...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-03-2021, 10:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,187
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

HeadsU.P. The mounting bolts on the original...

HeadsU.P. The mounting bolts on the original starter and the mini-starter are staggered. The engine is 1973 original. That is, it has the original points distributor and, I assume, the flywheel...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-02-2021, 05:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,187
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Derek, I received the starter...

Derek,

I received the starter (ForeverrunAuto) that you recommended. I notice that it has one less terminal than the Delco. Described as follows:

I notice that on the old Delco there are four...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-25-2021, 11:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,187
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Thanks Everyone

Thanks everyone for the prompt, informative and thorough advice. I enjoy working on this old car but I like to have a bit of a clue of where to begin. Regards, Ken
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-25-2021, 01:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,187
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Solenoid engages/No Starter Rotation

73 C3 small block. I observed that the solenoid engaged (or sounded like it did) but the starter did not crank the engine. Assuming the 8-yr-old battery had given up, I replaced it. Proper...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2014, 11:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,516
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

I know this is an old thread, but I'll post my...

I know this is an old thread, but I'll post my comments here rather than start a new one:



I installed the TKO several years ago. I like the safety feature that Jim describes. My intent is to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-27-2014, 11:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Thanks Alan. I am familiar with the 'push mount'...

Thanks Alan. I am familiar with the 'push mount' clips that you describe. The ones that are wrapped with the PVC cable wrap. The clips that I am trying to replace are in the following picture....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-27-2014, 11:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 751
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Front Lamp Harness: Push to Mount Cable Clips

My front lamp harness looks original and it works fine. It has a wiring conduit with three "Push to Mount Cable Clips" to mount it inside the nose--exactly like the replacement Lectric harnesses.
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-08-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,160
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

The folks at VB&P explained their process for...

The folks at VB&P explained their process for production and QC. They were most helpful. It seemed unlikely that the spring could be faulty. And it was not. I swapped the spring end for end and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-09-2013, 09:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,160
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

I should have said: The ride height was set...

I should have said: The ride height was set according to the the recommended "D" height in the Chevy Power 5th Edition book. This looks 'kind of' parallel to the ground to me or at least not large...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-08-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,160
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Ride Height Question VBP Dual Mount Spring

I have a question about the VBP dual-mount rear spring system (VBP product number 42600) after installation on my 1973 Corvette. I followed the instructions and the installation went very smoothly. ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-19-2013, 09:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,759
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Watching with interest

I'm watching this with interest as my rear seal has been weeping for years. It is the next task for my '73.

I had not heard of the Felpro 2912 seal but sure enough found it at Autozone for the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-15-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 852
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

May Want to Try Redline

I had not experienced any differential "clutch chatter" in 60,000 miles. I broke a side yoke retainer and pulled out the diff and had a Corvette shop replace the retainer and seals. They stated...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-09-2013, 11:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 573
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Thanks guys, The cable appears non-removable...

Thanks guys,
The cable appears non-removable from the antenna body. As I described previously the body appears to be 9/16" diameter and the recently purchased 1973 nut appears to be 3/4". There...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-08-2013, 11:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 573
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

1973 Antenna Mounting Question

I thought that I had removed all the chrome pieces from the old 1973 for painting. I inadvertently left the fixed antenna in place. The paint shop removed the nut bezel and gasket and allowed the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-31-2013, 10:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,439
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

As a matter of fact, I only found one speed nut. ...

As a matter of fact, I only found one speed nut. The other pins appeared to never have had them installed. Lots of options. Thanks everyone.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-31-2013, 11:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,439
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Stingray Side Emblems Install

I removed the Stingray script side emblems (as well as all other trim) for a trip to the paint shop. The Stingray emblems are in good shape. One of the four pins was broken off long ago but the pin...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-15-2013, 07:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,115
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Lower Ball Joint Question

Typically the service manager will tell you the bad news that you need new ball joints when the alignment can't be performed or when they won't take grease. I ordered a suspension rebuild kit (not...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-14-2013, 09:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,482
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Welcome to 1973

Do you have option RPO 007, "passenger ejection seat"?

Welcome to the '73 club--1973 the year the Arabs cut off oil imports and the year the Vietnam war ended and the POW's came home. Also, 73 is...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-04-2013, 10:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 480
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Are Fenders Different or is this More?

I have owned this vehicle for 10 years and it drives great. I added 275 rear tires a year ago. When I was installing new brakes I took some additional things off for wire brushing and paint. When...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-27-2013, 02:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 14,049
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

I know this is an old thread. I was checking to...

I know this is an old thread. I was checking to see if there was an update on temp sensors.
Here are findings from another CF member.
Temp(F) Ohms
106 435
137 287
164 180...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2013, 07:29 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,880
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

removable rear window

I like the removable rear window as I usually drive only on sunny days. With the T-Tops in and rear window out, I don't really notice that much increased air flow. It's pretty subtle. I do notice...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-11-2013, 07:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,746
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Corvette Sports

I live near Chicago. I use Corvette Sports in Sheboygan Falls, WI. Dick has restored several cars for customers to NCRS standards. He also has built road race cars for customers. Refer to the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-29-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 443
Views: 114,501
Posted By 7T3C3TTZ07

Jeep box GM

I agree that the GM engineers knew and know how to make steering gears. Among some, there may be an opinion that the Jeep box is an inferior non-GM product. I don't have an authoritative statement...
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