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Forum: C5 Corvettes for Sale
04-07-2009, 09:20 PM
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Views: 307
Posted By Sweet L82

2003 Corvette Cpe 6 speed Niche wheels

Very sharp 03 Black/Black 6 speed coupe. 75,600 miles. Niche wheels. New tires in the rear 275/35/20 Dunlop SportMaxx. Only 1500 miles since installation. New Goodyear A/C belt, K&N filter,...
Forum: C3 General
10-05-2008, 10:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,284
Posted By Sweet L82

I will post pictures soon. I paid $6400 at a...

I will post pictures soon. I paid $6400 at a dealer auction. I was not looking to buy a C3 at all but when I saw it in line in another lane I went and checked it out. I had the driver pop the hood...
Forum: C3 General
10-05-2008, 02:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,284
Posted By Sweet L82

What is the value of an 82 Collector Edition??

I know times are tough and we are bailing out banks, but what is the market value for an 82 Collectors Edition in a normal economy. Of course C3 values may be a safer bet than many stocks when the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-05-2008, 02:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 911
Posted By Sweet L82

hard shift when cold

I bought an 82 collectors edition with 85k a few weeks ago.

Overall I think I bought a nice car but when warming up and the idle is high the transmission shifts like it is going to break the...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-17-2007, 05:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 236
Posted By Sweet L82

F/S 1976 4 row radiator - like new

Radiator is a 4 row copper/brass and has been in car for less than 4 months - about 300 miles max. Bought new on ebay. fins in excellent condition. Selling because I am increasing HP and will...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-17-2007, 05:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 358
Posted By Sweet L82

F/S Chrome Chevrolet Air cleaner assy w K&N filter

Selling a 14" chrome CHEVROLET air cleaner - has 14X3 K&N Filter. Currently being used with a Qjet with no clearance problems on a 76 Vette.

$65.00 + shipping.

pm for pictures
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-17-2007, 05:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 336
Posted By Sweet L82

F/S 4 Aluminum Wheels and tires - 1976

I am selling the aluminum wheels and tires on my 1976. The wheels are in good condition and the tires are Road Hugger Radial GTs and have less than 1500 miles on them. All four wheels with tires...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-01-2007, 03:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 488
Posted By Sweet L82

Thanks - I realized after reading the last post...

Thanks - I realized after reading the last post - I have not insulated the fans around the radiator. My chin scoop is in place but cracked and probably not efficient. That should do the trick.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-31-2007, 05:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 488
Posted By Sweet L82

Running temp question???

Just added dual Spal electric fans - car runs at just under 200 deg with a 195 deg thermostat in short stop and go driving.

Only mods are fans and dual exhaust. Lars did my carb. Runs strong -...
Forum: C3 General
08-26-2007, 10:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 602
Posted By Sweet L82

Thanks for the compliments. This is the...

Thanks for the compliments.

This is the best hobby. I still need to detail the engine area, clean up wiring etc. These will be future projects while I enjoy it. I learned a bunch from the...
Forum: C3 General
08-25-2007, 09:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 602
Posted By Sweet L82

Pictures of my baby

These are pictures of my baby after a 5 month project that all started because of a loose connection at the alternator and resulting dead battery.

The project evolved into a new timing chain and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-31-2007, 08:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,447
Posted By Sweet L82

Thanks

Thanks all - I'm going to bolt up my "new" old manifold. This will probably get my front end back down also. I'll post pics when I'm done.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-30-2007, 10:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,447
Posted By Sweet L82

How much difference in Stock L82 manifold to Performer?

I cleaned up and painted my stock L82 intake manifold Chevy orange with one coat of clear this weekend - it looks sooo much better than my Performer - to me at least. I know these things weigh a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-30-2007, 10:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 264
Posted By Sweet L82

How much difference in Stock L82 manifold to Performer?

I cleaned up and painted my stock L82 intake manifold Chevy orange over the weekend with one coat of clear - it looks sooo much better than my Performer - to me at least. I know these things weigh a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-28-2007, 11:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,175
Posted By Sweet L82

I just installed the core support. One trick...

I just installed the core support.

One trick I used to do this by myself was to use long zip ties found at Home Depot etc to hold the condenser to the core support at the bolt holes and to hold...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-07-2007, 10:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 352
Posted By Sweet L82

How many miles on engine? I just changed my...

How many miles on engine? I just changed my timing chain at 104k and was surprised it never jumped a tooth with the amount of slack. As to whether or not this is your case I will defer to the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-06-2007, 02:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,664
Posted By Sweet L82

Make sure when you cut your new replacement line...

Make sure when you cut your new replacement line you cut it just long enough so it does not cause a restriction when it bends to go to the pump. Ecklers sells precut and bent replacement lines to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2007, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,246
Posted By Sweet L82

How to determine a 4 row vs. 3 row radiator?

I ordered a new 4 row radiator from a local shop and will pick it up tomorrow. Would have liked a new aluminum setup but I have many projects underway and the old one is shot (especially after the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2007, 10:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 778
Posted By Sweet L82

Idler arm replacement or not??

I have the idler arm unbolted from the frame when I removed the oil pan. Not really sure if it is bad - looks to be the original. How do I determine wear? Would I notice any more precision in...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-12-2007, 01:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 370
Posted By Sweet L82

picture

Picture of the assembly - K&N included but not shown in picture.

http://i78.photobucket.com/albums/j103/sweetl82/DSC01271.jpg
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-12-2007, 12:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 370
Posted By Sweet L82

F/S Complete 76 Ram Air Assy + New (unopened) 14x3 in K&N Filter

1976 Complete air cleaner assembly - includes: plastic ram air unit over the radiator, flex tube to cleaner, air cleaner assy and lid, and new, unopened 14x3 K&N filter - $175 plus shipping
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-11-2007, 02:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,751
Posted By Sweet L82

Thanks alot I'll put it on - I did not know oil...

Thanks alot I'll put it on - I did not know oil could have that much drag.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-11-2007, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,751
Posted By Sweet L82

Reinstall windage tray or remove??

I just replaced the rear main seal on the L82 and I had to remove the windage tray and oil pump in the process. Since I am going to go with a new cam, I'm concerned about how much splash my new cam...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-10-2007, 02:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 17,967
Posted By Sweet L82

Thanks for the info. curious as to why not buy a...

Thanks for the info. curious as to why not buy a new L82 (962) cam since so close to the 151?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-10-2007, 10:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 17,967
Posted By Sweet L82

What are the specs on the GM 151 cam?

What are the specs on the GM 151 cam? I have the stock L82 cam out while I do several projects. It looks good, but I will replace it since it is over 30 and I have it out. I want good low end and...
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