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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-01-2023, 11:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 598
Posted By DaveL82

If the car runs fine at first then has a miss...

If the car runs fine at first then has a miss under load its usually the module. It doesn't show up until the distributor housing heats up.

They usually fail because the rotor is bad and the coil...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-30-2020, 10:07 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,399
Posted By DaveL82

I had a similar issue years ago and chased a few...

I had a similar issue years ago and chased a few things. I ended up finding a motor mount was beginning to fail and the fan was touching the shroud at higher rpms. Might be worth a look as you only...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-13-2020, 10:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 360
Posted By DaveL82

If you're still running an HEI ignition it's...

If you're still running an HEI ignition it's possible the module is failing. This can show up as running OK until the engine heat sinks into the distributor.

They can fail on their own, but they...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-01-2020, 10:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 742
Posted By DaveL82

Chances are yours had TCC. Maybe a different...

Chances are yours had TCC. Maybe a different trans now without or when previous owner removed electronic controlled parts it was disabled. Next time you have the trans pan off to replace the filter...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-17-2020, 05:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,708
Posted By DaveL82

I guys that works on BMW's has a shop and he knew...

I guys that works on BMW's has a shop and he knew I worked on my own cars. He offered me one of his Bendpak HD9 lifts at a very good price if I pulled it. So took the lift apart , moved it to my...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-30-2020, 11:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 648
Posted By DaveL82

I'm thinking HEI module also. Does it run ok...

I'm thinking HEI module also. Does it run ok until it gets warm? Along with module replace rotor
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-30-2020, 07:46 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,099
Posted By DaveL82

OK now see the distributor was swapped. Looks...

OK now see the distributor was swapped. Looks like you're well on your way.

The car may have the 350C trans with lockup disabled or they also put in a non lockup turbo 350 trans. They are the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-29-2020, 02:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,099
Posted By DaveL82

Looks like the distributor on the car doesn't...

Looks like the distributor on the car doesn't have a vacuum advance. If this is the case then the distributor on the car is made to work with the ECM also.

If you're going to go the route of non...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-27-2020, 12:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,099
Posted By DaveL82

What part of the UK are you in? I used to see a...

What part of the UK are you in? I used to see a yellow early 80's in Upton on Severn years ago when I would visit family there. Haven't seen it a round in a long time.

Can you also post a pic...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-15-2019, 06:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 481
Posted By DaveL82

input on replacing fuel hoses at tank on my 1980

My 80 still has the original fuel, return, and vent hoses at the tank. I pulled the gas cap, filler door and rubber boot. It seems a bit tight to get in to remove the clamps and hoses and then...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-14-2019, 12:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,600
Posted By DaveL82

All HEI module failures I have show up after the...

All HEI module failures I have show up after the engine heat gets to the distributor so say 15 minutes. If the car is allowed to cool and then the issue happens again then I suspect the module. My...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-29-2019, 09:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,123
Posted By DaveL82

When the module fails I always experienced poor...

When the module fails I always experienced poor running when the dizzy warmed up. I know they can fail completely but never experienced it. When the HEI did fail fully, it has always been the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-28-2019, 10:52 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,400
Posted By DaveL82

Change to a more modern starter (think I used one...

Change to a more modern starter (think I used one from a 1996 vette) or use a relay to run battery current directly to the solenoid.

Before I installed a modern starter the relay worked great and...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-21-2019, 09:07 AM
Replies: 9,510
Views: 444,744
Posted By DaveL82

I started watching F1 just after Niki's crash. ...

I started watching F1 just after Niki's crash. Shame he has passed but what a fantastic run he had. His influences will live on.

What a debacle for McLaren at Indy. Did they ever assign a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-20-2019, 11:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 994
Posted By DaveL82

There is a connector near the dip stick tube that...

There is a connector near the dip stick tube that the main power comes through from the starter connection. The connector corrodes and fails over time. Could also be the fusible link as mentioned. ...
Forum: Autocrossing & Roadracing
05-20-2019, 10:50 AM
Replies: 9,510
Views: 444,744
Posted By DaveL82

I used to watch F1 with a passion but I've really...

I used to watch F1 with a passion but I've really gotten bored with it the last several years. Indy is becoming more interesting again and I'm starting to enjoy Formula E.

I wish F1 would require...
Forum: C3 General
05-15-2019, 10:02 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 9,211
Posted By DaveL82

People still use Yelp?

People still use Yelp?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-11-2019, 08:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,778
Posted By DaveL82

When you first heard the noise it should have...

When you first heard the noise it should have been shut down. The L82 with forged pistons tend to use a lot of oil so has the oil level been checked and is there a sign of metal particles on the dip...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-01-2019, 09:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,795
Posted By DaveL82

Could it be that the tank is not vented properly....

Could it be that the tank is not vented properly. An 81 will not have a vented cap so it should vent through the canister but this should only be vapor. If the gas cap is not on tight does this...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-01-2019, 08:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,301
Posted By DaveL82

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This is the front on my 80 which required a make mods to fit the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-23-2019, 09:22 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,053
Posted By DaveL82

You made the right choice. I put their rad and...

You made the right choice. I put their rad and fan kit on several years ago with no issues. At the end of the day it's not worth messing with when the solution works.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-17-2019, 08:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,514
Posted By DaveL82

What gave them the conclusion it might be bent? ...

What gave them the conclusion it might be bent? with the steering straight measure from the center of the rear hub to the center of front on both sides. On the side they suspect is bent is the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2019, 10:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,049
Posted By DaveL82

You can remove the pump but keep it and all parts...

You can remove the pump but keep it and all parts if needed later. Your pump outlet went right into the cat if I recall correctly where my 80 had the pump inject into the manifolds. I removed my...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-05-2019, 04:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 798
Posted By DaveL82

less stiff springs must be taller to keep the...

less stiff springs must be taller to keep the same ride height as they compress more when loaded by the vehicle weight.
Forum: C3 General
04-03-2019, 10:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,983
Posted By DaveL82

As others mentioned it's a 1980 to 1982 rear...

As others mentioned it's a 1980 to 1982 rear section. They could have bolted in a C4 diff but I doubt it.

Order the 1980 to 82 composite spring and make sure you get the correct bolts with the...
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