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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-27-2017, 12:01 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,159
Posted By ren

There are many opinions in this thread . They are...

There are many opinions in this thread . They are all valid because they are based on everyones personal experience. There are quite a few negative comments about Optima battery's. My experience has...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2016, 11:20 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,662
Posted By ren

Mekong Delta, Vinh Binh Province. MACV Nov. 70...

Mekong Delta, Vinh Binh Province. MACV Nov. 70 to Dec.71
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-14-2016, 09:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,417
Posted By ren

I have used both lectric limited and M & H. Both...

I have used both lectric limited and M & H. Both are good, but I am partial to M & H. I found there bulb sockets to be better(easier).
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-14-2016, 09:17 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

The nightmare is finally over. I had the car...

The nightmare is finally over. I had the car towed to my mechanic yesterday. It didn't take him too long to get it started. The problem was the negative battery cable. That was one of the first...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-08-2016, 02:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 593
Posted By ren

Rear ratio is 3:55. At one point, I think it was...

Rear ratio is 3:55. At one point, I think it was 4:56 Intake , distributor and Carb are not original. Thanks for the help.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-08-2016, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 593
Posted By ren

crap!!

crap!!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-08-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 593
Posted By ren

serial numbers

I have no historical data on my 63. Using the vin I was able to get the build date and where it was shipped. Engine and trans are not original. I believe that the engine is a 69. Is there a website...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-04-2016, 07:30 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

I am hoping that when I arced the battery,that...

I am hoping that when I arced the battery,that the surge damaged the
starter. I realize that it might not be my only issue. I won't know til I replace it. If it still won't start, then I probably...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-03-2016, 06:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

I may have found the problem. I was trying to...

I may have found the problem. I was trying to remove the starter and take it to be bench tested. The post where the cable is attached spins in place. I don't think it's supposed to do that. When it...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-03-2016, 09:48 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

gonna get back at after lunch. Give u an update...

gonna get back at after lunch. Give u an update later
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-03-2016, 09:21 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

I have two guys helping me. One is a friend that...

I have two guys helping me. One is a friend that comes to my garage. The other is my mechanic. He doesn't make house calls. I have an apt with him on 5/14. hope I can drive there
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-03-2016, 08:41 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

not sure exactly where to look. really don't want...

not sure exactly where to look. really don't want to replace harness
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-03-2016, 08:26 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

Battery load tested fine. Mechanic says there are...

Battery load tested fine. Mechanic says there are one or two fuseable links near the starter. I don't remember seeing them. Can someone describe. where they are(pics would be better) Car is 63...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-02-2016, 10:44 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

The guy that tested it is a certified mechanic...

The guy that tested it is a certified mechanic and is aware of the qwirks with optima batteries.He seems OK and is more knowledgeable than me. Don't think he load tested it, I will try that...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-02-2016, 02:34 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

Removed the battery this morning. Took to get...

Removed the battery this morning. Took to get tested. it is 100% charged and putting out 12.5 volts. A friend recommends pulling the starter and bench testing it. I am at a loss!!!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-02-2016, 08:16 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

I am running out of options. I guess I will try a...

I am running out of options. I guess I will try a new battery. I just felt that if the battery currently tests OK and prior to the arc,it worked OK. I thought it would not be the problem.
...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 09:47 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

Thanks for your help Frank. I have feeling I...

Thanks for your help Frank. I have feeling I will end up having the car towed to my mechanic. Dread the thought of seeing my car on a towtruck
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 09:40 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

don't know if it makes a difference or not , but...

don't know if it makes a difference or not , but the horn is wired to a button under the dash
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 09:29 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

When the guy was probing with the tester the horn...

When the guy was probing with the tester the horn and radio would work when he played with the key. That why he thought it was the switch. I can't see any visable flaws in the harness.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 09:23 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

when it arced, it was a quick spark and the plug...

when it arced, it was a quick spark and the plug wrench stuck to the battery tray. The whole episode lasted a few seconds
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 09:20 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

Battery was charged with a commercial charger. I...

Battery was charged with a commercial charger. I only use the float charger when the car sits for a while
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 09:12 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

After it was charged, it seemed to work fine. Car...

After it was charged, it seemed to work fine. Car cranked as normal, after running for a few minutes, amp stayed straight up. I must have started it 8-10 times. If it starts OK and amp is OK, I...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 08:59 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

It has been a bad month with the car After the...

It has been a bad month with the car After the battery was charged, I started/ran the car five or six times. All was fine. Then one day the car ran real rough. I thought a float might have stuck in...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 08:29 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

I thought that too. After the winter, the battery...

I thought that too. After the winter, the battery was totally dead. This was my first winter with a working clock. I figured that is what drained it. I charged it and kept it on a float charger ever...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2016, 08:15 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,941
Posted By ren

Electrical problem

I was changing the plugs in my 63 last week and the plug wrench touched the battery and arced. I have absolutely no power anywhere.
A friend came over with some type of fancy tester. After about an...
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