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Forum: C5 General
05-08-2017, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,255
Posted By fotyfobravo

Wow, thanks for the great replies. Those are all...

Wow, thanks for the great replies. Those are all great and good points. At 63 yrs old and about to retire I just can't handle any more C3 models. My 74 big block (factory NO AC) roadster is at...
Forum: C5 General
05-08-2017, 12:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,255
Posted By fotyfobravo

C5 advice?

ive had C3s for years but about to retire and really don't enjoy laying under a car anymore. Seriously thinking about a hatch roof C5. Any abvice, good years, things to avoid????? I'm thinking...
Forum: C3 General
04-03-2017, 02:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,923
Posted By fotyfobravo

I like the idea of using a bolt and nut for a...

I like the idea of using a bolt and nut for a good attachment. I DO have this question though. With my soft top INSTALLED and STORED under the rear deck, I cannot get access to the threads in order...
Forum: C3 General
03-30-2017, 07:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 562
Posted By fotyfobravo

THanks! That thread was very good. I think I...

THanks! That thread was very good. I think I will use the washer / hand nut method with a clear gasket to protect from paint rub. It rattles when using the factory pins.
Forum: C3 General
03-29-2017, 10:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 562
Posted By fotyfobravo

Hardtop attachment?

What type of "bolts" are correct to hold the 74 hardtop secure at the rear seal? Is it the same taper point like on the ragtop OR is just a threaded bolt, then using a washer and nut to secure?
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Forum: C3 General
03-20-2017, 07:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 783
Posted By fotyfobravo

That's IT! Thank you! :thumbs:

That's IT! Thank you! :thumbs:
Forum: C3 General
03-20-2017, 06:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 783
Posted By fotyfobravo

I called Ecklers today, they said they didn't...

I called Ecklers today, they said they didn't have it. I will keep looking.

Thanks
Forum: C3 General
03-20-2017, 05:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 783
Posted By fotyfobravo

Hardtop pad / clear vinyl ????

In the past I have seen a "self sticking" clear plastic protector that gives additional protection to the rear deck lid from the hardtop.

I can't find one anywhere. Anyone remember these or know...
Forum: C3 General
03-19-2017, 09:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,553
Posted By fotyfobravo

74 with no AC ??

I've had this 74 for about 10 years. I am pretty sure I bought it from the daughter (who did her best to let it rot on her carport) of the original owner. He had passed and was supposedly a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-19-2017, 08:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 938
Posted By fotyfobravo

I will double check but I am almost "positive" I...

I will double check but I am almost "positive" I was in the IGN pin on the fuse box. Maybe not. Thanks!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-19-2017, 06:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 938
Posted By fotyfobravo

Thanks Tim .... literally just did that! It...

Thanks Tim .... literally just did that! It worked just as you say!

I put a nice "plug" end with some heat shrink on the two wires and plugged into the BATT terminal on the HEI. Fired right...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-19-2017, 05:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 938
Posted By fotyfobravo

Install HEI in 74 Big Block

It should be simple. :ack: Just run a 12 gage wire from the IGN post on the fuse block to the batt plug of the HEI. The HEI unit grounds itself to the block via the tighten down bolt..(?) I...
Forum: C3 General
03-07-2017, 10:23 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,798
Posted By fotyfobravo

68 t top 427

I was 16. Our band director at Campbell HS in Smyrna Ga bought a new 68 427 T top. He let me drive it one day after school. I was hooked. Over the years I have owned a 69, 70, 72 and now I have...
Forum: C3 General
03-04-2017, 03:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 404
Posted By fotyfobravo

Thanks '75 ! :thumbs:

Thanks '75 ! :thumbs:
Forum: C3 General
03-04-2017, 03:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 404
Posted By fotyfobravo

Good answer .... I made the question more...

Good answer .... I made the question more complicated than needed. This unit does require 12 volt. Thanks.
Forum: C3 General
03-04-2017, 03:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 404
Posted By fotyfobravo

HEI power source ??

I am replacing my original "points" unit with an aftermarket HEI with tach drive on my 74 LS4.

I think I recall to NOT use the resistor wire that powers the original unit, but to use a full 12...
Forum: C3 General
10-11-2016, 07:49 PM
Replies: 781
Views: 212,584
Posted By fotyfobravo

Buick guy! That's pretty good advice. If I...

Buick guy! That's pretty good advice. If I keep it it will need a good AC add on. You cook in the winter in this car, Summer is impossible!
Forum: C3 General
09-25-2016, 09:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 667
Posted By fotyfobravo

Thanks Gentlemen! That gets me going again. ...

Thanks Gentlemen! That gets me going again. It's been a while since I replaced a cable in one of these ! :cheers:
Forum: C3 General
09-24-2016, 09:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 667
Posted By fotyfobravo

74 tach cable clip ???

My inner cable broke and I cannot pull out from the distributor end. I need to disconnect the cable from the back of the tachometer. WHICH WAY do I press on the clip ???? Push towards front of...
Forum: C3 General
09-24-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 781
Views: 212,584
Posted By fotyfobravo

My 74 Soft top/hardtop.... VIN # 00036, LS4 - 454...

My 74 Soft top/hardtop.... VIN # 00036, LS4 - 454 ..... quite frankly is that crazy blond headed cheerleader pole dancer crazy girl that everyone warned you about.! I HATE her! Whoever heard of a...
Forum: C3 General
06-07-2016, 10:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,863
Posted By fotyfobravo

Sounds like some Donuts are necessary ! 👍😝 worth...

Sounds like some Donuts are necessary ! 👍😝 worth a try!
Forum: C3 General
06-07-2016, 09:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,863
Posted By fotyfobravo

Sounded reasonable ...... just wanted a...

Sounded reasonable ...... just wanted a verification before I replaced tires with so few miles on em'. Serves me right for not driving the old hog! :crazy2::crazy2:
Forum: C3 General
06-07-2016, 08:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,863
Posted By fotyfobravo

Flat spot on tires??

Opinions please .......About 5 years ago I put a new set of T/A Radials on my 74 BB. Unfortunately it has sat in my (dry) basement for as long as TWO years at a time and never moved. I estimate...
Forum: C3 General
05-23-2016, 01:35 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 16,545
Posted By fotyfobravo

I don't think I knew the date was on the door...

I don't think I knew the date was on the door like that! I just looked at mine and it shows 08/73, so that makes perfect sense for my Vin # 00036.:cool:
Forum: C3 General
05-23-2016, 01:23 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 16,545
Posted By fotyfobravo

Late in the model year for sure. If you can find...

Late in the model year for sure. If you can find the build sheet it will say the date.

Hey Mayberg.......Have you found a number lower than mine?
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