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Forum: C3 General
04-17-2024, 08:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,857
Posted By DC3

I've slept since I did this and I now have a new...

I've slept since I did this and I now have a new engine and serpentine belt system. But, yes, I remember having to source a power steering pump pulley for an AC car as the one for my non-AC car did...
Forum: C3 General
02-17-2024, 08:12 PM
Replies: 12,571
Views: 1,153,791
Posted By DC3

Nice project. Do yourself a favor and install...

Nice project. Do yourself a favor and install relays to power the motors while you're at it. The aftermarket switches that are available now days don't last long with full power going through them....
01-02-2024, 08:02 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 15,427
Posted By DC3

:flaghalfmast: My Corvette flag is flying at...

:flaghalfmast:

My Corvette flag is flying at half staff. Condolences to Lars and family from Texas.
Forum: C3 General
12-04-2023, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 428
Posted By DC3

I put their kit in my '73 back in 2020. It came...

I put their kit in my '73 back in 2020. It came with everything I needed including transmission fluid. For the mechanical side of the install, I didn't have to cut or fabricate anything other than...
Forum: C3 General
11-06-2023, 08:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 661
Posted By DC3

With the right suspension components, you can...

With the right suspension components, you can make the ride your own - anywhere from chiropractor stiff to fairly cushy. As far as getting in and out, if you can get yourself out of a chair that...
11-06-2023, 07:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,056
Posted By DC3

I had the same issue when I installed my VA kit....

I had the same issue when I installed my VA kit. After researching, I discovered many factory cars had the same issue and some came with a shield for the lower hose. I found a diagram of that shield...
Forum: C3 General
11-05-2023, 08:35 PM
Replies: 12,571
Views: 1,153,791
Posted By DC3

It's a lot more expensive but, if you run into...

It's a lot more expensive but, if you run into fitment issues with how wide the AC compressor and alternator get mounted with the systems you've been looking at, Holley makes a mid-mount system that...
10-22-2023, 08:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,056
Posted By DC3

It's been over a decade now and I don't remember...

It's been over a decade now and I don't remember all the details but I had this same issue when I installed the Vintage Air kit on my '73. I spoke to Vintage Air about it. After describing the...
10-06-2023, 08:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By DC3

Not sure either but it didn't seal on mine right...

Not sure either but it didn't seal on mine right away. Over a few weeks I noticed the drip was less and then one day no more drips hanging off of the bottom of the box.

DC
10-04-2023, 06:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By DC3

Yep, it's damn sure irritating as I was one of...

Yep, it's damn sure irritating as I was one of those who converted because of leaking OEM parts. Between me and the previous owner, original parts were rebuilt twice and then replaced at least twice...
10-03-2023, 09:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By DC3

My Borgeson box started leaking at the steering...

My Borgeson box started leaking at the steering column shaft seal - also after warranty had expired. $6 part but major pain to change it. I didn't have time to deal with it when it first started and...
10-03-2023, 09:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 227
Posted By DC3

On my '73, I've had brake light issues 4 times...

On my '73, I've had brake light issues 4 times with four different problems/solutions. The first time it was simply tarnished contacts in the fuse box - cleaned the contacts, put in a new fuse and...
Forum: C3 General
09-28-2023, 08:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 422
Posted By DC3

If you don't find a suction cup mount with a base...

If you don't find a suction cup mount with a base small enough, you might take a look at Arkon Seat Rail Bolt mounts. They are flexible mounts that you can attach to the front bolt of the passenger...
09-27-2023, 08:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 255
Posted By DC3

Probably not a wiring problem. As the others have...

Probably not a wiring problem. As the others have said, it's likely the switch. What they are not telling you and what you may not know if you're not familiar with C3 Corvettes, is that the switch...
Forum: C3 General
09-23-2023, 08:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 785
Posted By DC3

:iagree: Best advice.

:iagree: Best advice.
09-22-2023, 08:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 370
Posted By DC3

The issue with the Borgeson rag joint is that...

The issue with the Borgeson rag joint is that they failed to use proper shoulder bolts and failed to use those odd shaped load spreading washers to prevent distortion of the rubber disc. See this...
Forum: C3 General
09-17-2023, 08:19 PM
Replies: 12,571
Views: 1,153,791
Posted By DC3

If you happen to have a Tractor Supply nearby,...

If you happen to have a Tractor Supply nearby, they could be another source of Grade 8 for you. The ones around here have a good selection.

DC
09-17-2023, 11:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,464
Posted By DC3

I pulled mine because I wanted to drill a shallow...

I pulled mine because I wanted to drill a shallow dimple in one of the shafts for the set screw. But, if all you are doing is replacing the rubber disc, you might be able to loosen all the bolts...
Forum: C3 General
09-12-2023, 08:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 729
Posted By DC3

I actually put 6-1/2" speakers in the kick panels...

I actually put 6-1/2" speakers in the kick panels of my '73. They had to be mounted on top of the kick panels rather than behind them. I had to carefully measure the pocket in the bird cage to make...
Forum: C3 General
09-05-2023, 09:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 690
Posted By DC3

I put the 4L60E in my '73. It's basically the...

I put the 4L60E in my '73. It's basically the electronic version of the 700R4. I love it. I'm running the stock 3:08 rear and with the strong 1st gear in the trans, I have no problems getting off the...
Forum: C3 General
09-04-2023, 09:32 PM
Replies: 12,571
Views: 1,153,791
Posted By DC3

Long shot but when I saw the discussion about...

Long shot but when I saw the discussion about "crack" pot ideas, it triggered a memory. A friend had a similar issue one time in an old truck of his and it turned out the frame was cracked where the...
Forum: C3 General
08-24-2023, 08:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 959
Posted By DC3

I agree. Made and "made to the same...

I agree. Made and "made to the same specifications" are two different things.

DC
Forum: C3 General
08-24-2023, 08:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 959
Posted By DC3

8 years 2 months and going on a Sears Diehard...

8 years 2 months and going on a Sears Diehard Platinum AGM with a 48 month warranty. Knock on wood - hope it keeps going as it will be a pain to change given all the wiring mods I've made inside the...
Forum: C3 General
07-31-2023, 10:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 720
Posted By DC3

I just recently put this one on my '73. Smaller...

I just recently put this one on my '73. Smaller diameter than stock. Fatter grip. I like it very much. Should have done it long ago.
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07-22-2023, 06:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 570
Posted By DC3

Definitely worth a try and you might get lucky. I...

Definitely worth a try and you might get lucky. I didn't when I tried a vented cap. Might have something to do with our hot dry air and I suppose it's possible gas formulations are different for...
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