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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-26-2020, 07:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 784
Posted By ssgnco

OK, no takers on this one. I maybe can answer my...

OK, no takers on this one. I maybe can answer my own question - I'm thinking of just lopping off the elbow of the base to give me enough room for a hose.....

BTW, I didn't mention that this 383...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-26-2020, 04:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 784
Posted By ssgnco

Air Cleaner bases

Hello all

i have a 65 into which I put a 383 some time ago. It has a Holly carb with the choke tower removed and a drop down air cleaner base to help it breath and fit under the small block hood....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-01-2018, 04:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By ssgnco

Maybe the flasher is dying. I think this would...

Maybe the flasher is dying. I think this would give voltage at the lamp socket, but not allow current to flow. Maybe there is just enough difference in the other side that it works there.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-01-2018, 04:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By ssgnco

Thanks for the reply. The rear lights work...

Thanks for the reply.

The rear lights work fine. Small filament comes on with parking lights and large filament with brakes and turn signal - just no flash.

I soldered some wires onto the bulb...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-01-2018, 01:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 863
Posted By ssgnco

Perplexing Turn Signal Problem

1965 Vert

OK, this should not be hard, but.....
Left front turn signal does not work. Rear comes on with no flash when switch put to left. Right front/rear work fine. Left parking light works...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-14-2018, 03:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 914
Posted By ssgnco

Thanks Dennis. I thought so, but wanted to...

Thanks Dennis. I thought so, but wanted to confirm. It’s on my hit list for the shop:willy:
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-14-2018, 02:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 914
Posted By ssgnco

Inner Front Fender bonded to lower fender?

Hello all

Just had my drivers side lower fender replaced and the shop did not bond the lower fender to the inner fender. The seals are there at the top and the other side looks to be bonded. Is...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-07-2016, 01:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,129
Posted By ssgnco

I took my '65 to Charlotte from Fernandina Beach...

I took my '65 to Charlotte from Fernandina Beach (amelia Island). The rest of my cars are at the JAX airport on the 5th floor of the daily garage (under cover and high ground). I live on the marsh 3...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-07-2016, 01:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,397
Posted By ssgnco

I agree with doing it assembled and with radiator...

I agree with doing it assembled and with radiator out. You can definitely do it solo this way.
Forum: Southeast
10-07-2016, 01:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 834
Posted By ssgnco

bump

bump
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-07-2016, 01:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 825
Posted By ssgnco

Bump.

Bump.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-04-2016, 12:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 825
Posted By ssgnco

Good Body and Paint Shop in Jacksonville Florida area

Hello all,

I've search this forum and the Southeast forum and cannot find anything recent. Looking for a body shop for a fender repair and possibly a complete strip and repaint.

thanks
Greg
Forum: Southeast
10-04-2016, 12:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 834
Posted By ssgnco

Body Shop for C2 in Jacksonville FL area

Hello all,

I've search the forum and cannot find anything recent. Looking for a body shop for a fender repair and possibly a complete strip and repaint.

thanks
Greg
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-25-2013, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,357
Posted By ssgnco

An 11in clutch will NOT bolt up to a 153teeth...

An 11in clutch will NOT bolt up to a 153teeth flywheel. The bolt pattern for an 11in clutch is larger than the diameter of a 153teeth flywheel.

Interesting. I can definitely see what you are...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-25-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 11,039
Posted By ssgnco

I enjoyed reading this thread. Just have to say...

I enjoyed reading this thread. Just have to say though....there is no such thing as an "affordable" C2. Not when you shell out the cash to buy it, not when you shell out the cash to fix it, not...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-25-2013, 02:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,357
Posted By ssgnco

Oh, and BTW, I think you have to use the...

Oh, and BTW, I think you have to use the lightweight flywheel
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It's the only GMPP one that is 153 teeth, 11" clutch and 1-piece rear main (3-inch bolt pattern). There are lots of...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-25-2013, 02:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,357
Posted By ssgnco

Yes, this is correct. And these years had a...

Yes, this is correct. And these years had a 2-piece rear main crankshaft. This flywheel will not in fact bolt up to your one-piece rear main crank. See:
...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2013, 06:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 828
Posted By ssgnco

I also have the Hurst with a TKO-600. It was a...

I also have the Hurst with a TKO-600. It was a bit notchy when I first installed it, but got smoother with age as expected. I don't think the shifter location has anything to do with it. I think...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2013, 06:41 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,333
Posted By ssgnco

My favorite is the '65 BB hood. More understated...

My favorite is the '65 BB hood. More understated than the stinger hood, but kind of "tough" looking...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-01-2013, 06:38 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,767
Posted By ssgnco

Looking forward to the inspection. I know I put...

Looking forward to the inspection. I know I put red locktite on mine when I put it together, but the pictures have me thinking of adding a lockplate or lockwire! :hide:
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-20-2013, 01:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,806
Posted By ssgnco

I also have the XR282HR on a 383. I am getting a...

I also have the XR282HR on a 383. I am getting a nice 16" vacuum at idle. My timing is 12* with 36 all in by 2500. I also have some vacuum advance that lets the motor idle at 700rpm or so. I have...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-18-2013, 08:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 711
Posted By ssgnco

:iagree: I have about 500HP with a TKO-600. ...

:iagree:

I have about 500HP with a TKO-600. After the drive shaft, it is all stock. Stock tires are currently my safety valve to keep from destroying the rear end. When I upgrade, I plan on...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-18-2013, 08:40 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,098
Posted By ssgnco

:iagree: Just looked at my Hagerty policy b/c I...

:iagree: Just looked at my Hagerty policy b/c I was renewing it. It specifically says that there is no coverage for:

Loss or damage caused by any
repairing, renovating or refinishing
process...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-16-2013, 07:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 801
Posted By ssgnco

Hopefully, you got the pre-bent one...makes it...

Hopefully, you got the pre-bent one...makes it ALOT easier:thumbs:
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-16-2013, 07:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,369
Posted By ssgnco

:iagree: I would definitely go this route with...

:iagree: I would definitely go this route with the originals. If I remember correctly, you have to remove the glass and install something over the ball at the joint.

I replaced mine with an...
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