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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-13-2024, 02:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 346
Posted By Rob_64-365

Sounds like they want to make it cost as much as...

Sounds like they want to make it cost as much as a fresh paint job.... I'll stick with a few rock chips here & there with zero feelings damage.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2024, 09:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 843
Posted By Rob_64-365

I like most mods, but that Impala look-a-like 6...

I like most mods, but that Impala look-a-like 6 taillamp mod is not one that I am a fan of. Probably because the Impala was way before my time, but i woudnt even consiter buying one with the 6 tail...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-10-2024, 10:50 AM
Replies: 481
Views: 62,099
Posted By Rob_64-365

Yeah I had started my frame off at that same...

Yeah I had started my frame off at that same time, but I just redid the motor & chassis over the winter, and popped the body back on in the spring. My OCD is clearly not as advanced as you guys, but...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-07-2024, 04:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,031
Posted By Rob_64-365

Congrats on the sale of your beautiful 65!! I...

Congrats on the sale of your beautiful 65!! I have no issue with people buying top flight cars to make into dream machine resto-mods, why not start with the best car you can? It will be that much...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-29-2024, 08:17 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,760
Posted By Rob_64-365

Corvettes have been doing smokey burnouts since...

Corvettes have been doing smokey burnouts since 1954, it'll most likely be just fine. Just send it, & worry about the conciquences later.

Live a little, it's a toy, if it breaks, fix it & go do...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-23-2024, 11:22 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,693
Posted By Rob_64-365

I'm not the sentimental type, engineer brain,...

I'm not the sentimental type, engineer brain, mathmatics whiz, logial choices rule my world. I've owned my car for almost 30 years, there are pics of me and my dad in it when I first bought the car &...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-18-2024, 11:02 PM
Replies: 23
[C2] Rust
Views: 1,353
Posted By Rob_64-365

And let's not forget the bad quality parts we've...

And let's not forget the bad quality parts we've been stuck with the last 4-5 years... your rebuilder cold be doing everything perfectly, but the parts suppliers could be shipping bearings and seals...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-16-2024, 08:30 AM
Replies: 23
[C2] Rust
Views: 1,353
Posted By Rob_64-365

My intuition says the problem is the cheap...

My intuition says the problem is the cheap bearings/seals the guy is using, and the "rust" is the snake oil salesman's distraction that gets you to keep sending him more money.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-13-2024, 10:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 430
Posted By Rob_64-365

Those look really nice on Fatboy!!!:thumbs:

Those look really nice on Fatboy!!!:thumbs:
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-04-2024, 08:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,025
Posted By Rob_64-365

Your trim tag will have the trim code on it.

Your trim tag will have the trim code on it.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-01-2024, 11:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 670
Posted By Rob_64-365

I'd second checking the fit first. I was all set...

I'd second checking the fit first. I was all set to buy a beautiful red 58 with a white cover & black interior, it was my dream car.

I got there, cash in hand ready to buy it, & I went to get in...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-20-2024, 11:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,546
Posted By Rob_64-365

Looks incredible & id say it should be in that...

Looks incredible & id say it should be in that $90-100k range. I'd avoid the auction b.s. it'll be months & months until your auction goes live, then you'll be captive for a week as every 15 year old...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-18-2024, 02:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,502
Posted By Rob_64-365

They are just parts, nothing more, it could be...

They are just parts, nothing more, it could be turmed into an absolutely perfect car, it just depends how much time & money you're willing to spend making it that way.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-17-2024, 06:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 496
Posted By Rob_64-365

Man they look so good in Black!! Congrats!!!

Man they look so good in Black!!
Congrats!!!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-14-2024, 01:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,053
Posted By Rob_64-365

It has always bothered me without a passenger...

It has always bothered me without a passenger mirror. Of course I can't bring myself to add one to my car, but I do think it looks much better with a passenger mirror on there. To me, it balances the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-08-2024, 11:28 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,230
Posted By Rob_64-365

I'd definitely upgrade the rods & as far as the...

I'd definitely upgrade the rods & as far as the heads, spend the extra money, its a one time time hit to the pocketbook that you'll be happy you spent the extra coin on every time you drive the car!...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-04-2024, 06:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 576
Posted By Rob_64-365

I watched this same video before doing mine, I...

I watched this same video before doing mine, I remember that guy! The threaded rod is still in my garage & has come in handy a couple of times.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-30-2024, 02:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,495
Posted By Rob_64-365

To each thier own, but it looks more door-stop...

To each thier own, but it looks more door-stop than Corvette. Unless Ed Roth or George Barris built it, it's not really something people would buy. It's more of a backyard recreation, and I like...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
01-28-2024, 08:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 463
Posted By Rob_64-365

I saw that there is one for sale in the detroit...

I saw that there is one for sale in the detroit craigslist. I have no affiliation to it.

https://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/pts/d/macomb-1964-corvette-air-cleaner-hp/7711056099.html
...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-26-2024, 03:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 510
Posted By Rob_64-365

My local mom & pop auto parts store had every...

My local mom & pop auto parts store had every stud you could think of, in all kinds of different lengths. I put longer studs on mine because i wanted more thread engagement on the bolt on knock off,...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-26-2024, 12:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 860
Posted By Rob_64-365

I've had a couple of newer cars with white tops &...

I've had a couple of newer cars with white tops & I always used products containing bleach, knowing that everyone says your shouldn't, but if you want your top to be white... I never had a problem...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-25-2024, 09:33 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,956
Posted By Rob_64-365

I really like the resto-mod offerings!! :party:

I really like the resto-mod offerings!! :party:
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-24-2024, 01:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,571
Posted By Rob_64-365

I absolutely understand where you are coming...

I absolutely understand where you are coming from, but too many people get killed over things like this, & as much as any of us love our cars, i dont recomend testing just how desperate a thief is,...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-23-2024, 05:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,571
Posted By Rob_64-365

My strategy is easy, an agreed value insurance...

My strategy is easy, an agreed value insurance policy. If one of my cars disappears, I go buy another one without much concern. I don't get emotionally attached to physical things, they can easily be...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-20-2024, 08:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 712
Posted By Rob_64-365

I'd order one, but only if they have an...

I'd order one, but only if they have an infomercial with one of these trusted guys in it! ...
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