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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-24-2015, 08:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,709
Posted By 97widerider

Is there a fix to broken bleeder valve on caliper?

Just had my 4 calipers completely rebuilt by GM retired mechanic. I now see that the driver's rear outer bleeder screw is not working. Fluid was oozing out initially under brake pressure, more...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-16-2015, 03:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,192
Posted By 97widerider

How air tight should a brake system be?

Just had calipers professionally rebuilt on my 74. Installed ready to introduce fluid. Did the test with my Motive power bleeder. Instructions say I should keep 10 PSI for 30 - 40 secs on an air...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-20-2015, 07:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 946
Posted By 97widerider

Yes rotor run out, read about that and was...

Yes rotor run out, read about that and was wondering if that needed to be addressed. I don't have the calibration tool so maybe since I have gone this far, might as well get some rotors. Even with...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-19-2015, 07:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 946
Posted By 97widerider

Brake overhaul on 74

Seems like every other year I am experiencing the mushy brake with my (wife's actually) 1974. I'm tired of having it towed to the local auto shop and getting hit with a brake repair that seems to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-13-2014, 08:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 871
Posted By 97widerider

Bad brake power booster?

Hi, I have a 1974 L48. The brake lines were replaced about 10 years ago and new brakes were put on about 3. New master cylinder as well at that time. The brakes have been performing great until...
Forum: C3 General
09-07-2011, 03:55 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,173
Posted By 97widerider

Better than when your only car is a motorcycle.

Better than when your only car is a motorcycle.
Forum: C3 General
09-03-2011, 03:00 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,908
Posted By 97widerider

Or you had a warrant.:D

Or you had a warrant.:D
Forum: C3 General
08-31-2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,764
Posted By 97widerider

The only thing I don't like about the 73s is the...

The only thing I don't like about the 73s is the different style bumpers. Why chrome in front and rubber in rear? Like Chevy couldn't make up its mind what to put on it. Two design engineers must...
Forum: C3 General
08-31-2011, 02:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,997
Posted By 97widerider

I love that color.

I love that color.
Forum: C3 General
08-28-2011, 08:16 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,726
Posted By 97widerider

Young man, be careful dealing with pimps. They...

Young man, be careful dealing with pimps. They can't be trusted!
Forum: C3 General
08-27-2011, 09:27 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,941
Posted By 97widerider

I agree. I think there is a definite market for...

I agree. I think there is a definite market for convertibles and that buyer may not settle for anything else if he/she gets it in their mind that is what they want. If convertibles are rarer, then...
Forum: C3 General
08-27-2011, 07:40 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,941
Posted By 97widerider

Great responses. I like to have the top down on...

Great responses. I like to have the top down on moderately warm days and like that I have that option but to be honest, the T-Top seems to more signify what a Corvette really is. Just like the...
Forum: C3 General
08-26-2011, 10:34 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,941
Posted By 97widerider

Are convertibles desireable?

I am new to corvettes. My wife has a 1974 L48, convertible that she purchased years before we got married so you could say I married into the car. Of late I have shown an interest in corvettes and...
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
08-26-2011, 10:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,067
Posted By 97widerider

Well if you liked that then you will like mine...

Well if you liked that then you will like mine for sale:

1974 L48 Convertible. Silver with black deluxe interior. Black rag top (of course) with optional hardtop. Luggage rack. Just had new rear...
Forum: C3 General
08-25-2011, 10:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,229
Posted By 97widerider

Your asking the price of an entry level home in...

Your asking the price of an entry level home in the midwest and you are saying the numbers "possibly match"?? Isn't that something you should know as a seller? I mean really, how do you get...
Forum: C3 General
08-25-2011, 06:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,110
Posted By 97widerider

Nice, thank you. You guys have the better prices...

Nice, thank you. You guys have the better prices for sure. But how does Flexy glass compare to the Tru Flex brand you have on your website? Thanks.
Forum: C3 General
08-24-2011, 06:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,110
Posted By 97widerider

Seems like Ecklars Flex All is not the way to go....

Seems like Ecklars Flex All is not the way to go. Two posters here so far have had bad fits. The rear bumper was replaced 10 years ago with Ecklar parts. It fits really nice. Maybe front covers are...
Forum: C3 General
08-23-2011, 08:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,110
Posted By 97widerider

Ecklers or Corvette Central for bumper?

I am replacing my front bumper cover on a 1974. Looking at either Eckler's or Corvette Central's fiberglass Tru Flex bumper covers. I think one calls it Tru Flex and the other something close. Do...
Forum: C3 General
08-15-2011, 08:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 788
Posted By 97widerider

I feel that in this fickled economy, value is...

I feel that in this fickled economy, value is completely subjective. I spent the better part of Saturday at the Midwest Corvette Show in Valparaiso, IN. There is no rhyme or reason to what people...
Forum: C3 General
08-09-2005, 09:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,613
Posted By 97widerider

Removing tail light lens caps?Help!!

Trying to replace passenger side turn signal/tail light bulb. Extremely diffucult to twist back into lens cap from under car. How do I properly remove lens cap and try to assemble bulb back in that...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-04-2005, 03:53 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 238
Posted By 97widerider

Trans X for pump seal leakage?

Anyone recommend or not recommend TransX for a transmission pump seal leak? Not a bad leak, just the size of a silver dollar each time it is started and warmed up.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-28-2005, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 510
Posted By 97widerider

Removing brake light lenses.

It all started with a burned out rear bulb. I got the bulb out, replaced it, and now can't get by hand back up into the rear to reach the plug in. Don't know how I got it in the first place. VERY...
Forum: C3 General
06-21-2005, 11:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 480
Posted By 97widerider

Is this a rare combo?

My wife has a 74 stingray with a ragtop and a hardtop. I was searching vette ads one day and found a guy with almost identical car as hers but with probably much more restoration. It had the same...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-21-2005, 08:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 282
Posted By 97widerider

Brake/turn signal bulb

Here is a really obscure and maybe sophmoric question: I had to change out my passenger turn signal/brake bulb. However, it doesn't seem to want to come on now. The front turn signal light comes...
Forum: C3 General
06-19-2005, 07:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 520
Posted By 97widerider

New to forum, need some knowledge.

Hello everyone. I inherited a 1974 Corvette Stingray convertible when I got married. Very stock, very sweet with only 34,000 original miles. Runs good and very responsive. I know nothing about...
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