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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-17-2008, 04:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,923
Posted By D.T.

The old corvettes used an ammeter instead of a...

The old corvettes used an ammeter instead of a voltmeter. Usually when I see a voltmeter going below 12VDC, something is wrong with the alternator or the battery. I haven't seen an ammeter in modern...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-17-2008, 12:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,923
Posted By D.T.

Ahh, man. :leaving: OK, I get a C- also. I just...

Ahh, man. :leaving: OK, I get a C- also. I just want the guy to fix it himself. I hate bringing my vehicles to the "pros". I think we are all pros here at this site. I'll keep trying if Bnine will......
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-17-2008, 11:42 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,923
Posted By D.T.

If this were the case, wouldn't he have problems...

If this were the case, wouldn't he have problems starting it? But, it could be the problem. 35 years on a OE cable that's about 15 feet long? Could be. I will say it again, use dielectric grease on...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-17-2008, 10:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,923
Posted By D.T.

This is how they test the alternator on the...

This is how they test the alternator on the bench. You need this resistance in the "L" connector to the battery. The link I gave you in my last post explains it on the last page. If this circiut is...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-16-2008, 06:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,923
Posted By D.T.

No dice yet?? Geez! :willy: :rofl: ...

No dice yet?? Geez! :willy:

:rofl:

I like that first smiley.

Anyway, your battery light should work on the dash. Unequal voltages to and from the battery/alternator mean the light comes...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-16-2008, 01:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,923
Posted By D.T.

:iagree: Forgot that. Alt case is ground...

:iagree:

Forgot that. Alt case is ground (for regulator and rectifier bridge) so it needs to be connected to the battery negative terminal. You can check it with an ohm meter. But I would make...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-16-2008, 01:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,923
Posted By D.T.

I do not have the instructions for your "upgrade"...

I do not have the instructions for your "upgrade" so I cannot tell you whats what.

The 2 wires on the connector are for the feedback for the internal regulator circuit. They don't seem to be...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-16-2008, 12:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,923
Posted By D.T.

You need more than 12.5 Volts at the battery when...

You need more than 12.5 Volts at the battery when the car is running. Should be putting out 14+ VDC. If the alternator is good, I would check the battery output from the alternator. Regulators are...
Forum: Intros
02-09-2008, 06:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 293
Posted By D.T.

Hello from MN..

Great site. Looks like the best Corvette forum out there, has the most peeps involved!

My folks have a 1969 silver convertible. We have owned it since 1976 or so. Bastard that sold it to us...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-09-2008, 06:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 750
Posted By D.T.

Thanks Frank! :cheers: Complete numbers...

Thanks Frank! :cheers:

Complete numbers are:

TO O625HN

18J302353

82396124
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-09-2008, 10:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 750
Posted By D.T.

Glad I found this thread! Can anyone tell me...

Glad I found this thread!

Can anyone tell me where the "J" assembly plant is?

18J302353

Looks like some bastard pulled out our 350hp motor in our 1969 and put in this 327 for an impala in...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-09-2008, 07:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By D.T.

Engine Serial Numbers

My folks have a 1969 convertible. The problem is the engine numbers do not match. Engine is supposed to be the 350/350 setup.

Here are the numbers we found on the block.

TO 0625HN

18J302353...
Forum: C3 General
06-03-2005, 06:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,774
Posted By D.T.

We were leaning towards the 1965 motor since we...

We were leaning towards the 1965 motor since we didn't see the HN suffix for any of the Vettes. How many numbers are supposed to be stamped into the pad? Block date was E13 8. I think this is a 1968...
Forum: C3 General
06-03-2005, 11:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,774
Posted By D.T.

Bueller? Bueller? Anyone?? :leaving:

Bueller? Bueller? Anyone?? :leaving:
Forum: C3 General
06-03-2005, 08:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,774
Posted By D.T.

What Engine???

We are having a hell of a time identifing this motor in our 1969 Corvette. :ack: Interior says it's supposed to be a 350 ci 350 hp motor. :bs The pad numbers are:

TO625HN
18J302353
82396124
...
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