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Forum: C8 General Discussion
11-14-2018, 04:57 PM
Replies: 2,357
Views: 421,261
Posted By Thinpockets

$169,000 is a great downsizing plan.

$169,000 is a great downsizing plan.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-13-2014, 11:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,023
Posted By Thinpockets

Not all MC's have bleeder valves but even if...

Not all MC's have bleeder valves but even if yours does it still creates a mess to catch the bled fluid - even if you use a bleed tube kit. The beauty of the syringe is little or no mess.

Another...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-13-2014, 10:28 AM
Replies: 1,537
Views: 1,104,107
Posted By Thinpockets

17" AR Hopsters - 235-55 Sumitomo ...

17" AR Hopsters - 235-55 Sumitomo

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x985/80-72_corvette_side_ee9e0ebd7d1b859bcdcb756b14820a1fd969d23b.jpg
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-12-2014, 10:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,023
Posted By Thinpockets

Brake bleeding with a syringe.

I recently rebuilt the rear brake calipers on my 72 because it had been sitting for a couple of years and developed a leaky caliper. I also replaced the master cylinder. Along with the new master...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-01-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 492
Posted By Thinpockets

Cross bar is in correct and I haven't had the...

Cross bar is in correct and I haven't had the body off. The rubber boot is on with the drain hole and hose to the rear and the large side of the boot is on the hinge side where it needs to be.
Maybe...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-01-2013, 08:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 492
Posted By Thinpockets

Fuel Tank Install Problem

I put a new fuel tank in and it went pretty good except the fuel neck is about 3/4" too far towards the rear so the hinge on the cover jams on the rubber tank seal and it won't close entirely.
I'm...
Forum: C3 General
02-20-2012, 02:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 696
Posted By Thinpockets

Good to know - thanks.

Good to know - thanks.
Forum: C3 General
02-20-2012, 12:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 696
Posted By Thinpockets

WOW! That was fast. Thanks guys.

WOW! That was fast. Thanks guys.
Forum: C3 General
02-20-2012, 11:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 696
Posted By Thinpockets

Is this a Corvette part?

Make me nervous to have extra parts leftover.

http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m163/Irvolson/Spring.jpg
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-10-2012, 05:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 661
Posted By Thinpockets

Are these any good?

Does anyone have any info on these distributors on ebay for $75?
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-17-2011, 05:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,795
Posted By Thinpockets

I have a Sierra marine fuel filter/water...

I have a Sierra marine fuel filter/water separator that I will install on my 72. It makes perfect sense on a car with a 40 year old tank and lines to filter the crude and water out. I don't know how...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-23-2010, 09:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 520
Posted By Thinpockets

How 'bout these for pricey 69's

http://www.rmauctions.com/auction-results-overview.cfm?SaleCode=SD10#
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-21-2010, 11:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 56,251
Posted By Thinpockets

http://www.por15.com/GLISTEN-PC/productinfo/GPCGG/

http://www.por15.com/GLISTEN-PC/productinfo/GPCGG/
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-04-2010, 08:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,958
Posted By Thinpockets

Does that type of tie rod end make anyone else...

Does that type of tie rod end make anyone else nervous? It's not the Heim joint - it's the length of the bolt and the stress on the bolt itself and on the casting it attaches to. What happens whe you...
Forum: C3 General
01-11-2010, 08:22 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,089
Posted By Thinpockets

From Grundy's website: "Qualifications...

From Grundy's website:

"Qualifications include a five-vehicle minimum and $10,000 minimum yearly premium. For more information, contact a Grundy MVP Account Manager at 866-338-4006."

:ack:
Forum: C3 General
01-10-2010, 11:22 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,089
Posted By Thinpockets

Here's a new one - Daily Driver Insurance with...

Here's a new one - Daily Driver Insurance with "agreed value" from Grundy.

http://grundy.com/mvp/services/#daily-drivers
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-03-2010, 10:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,774
Posted By Thinpockets

That is good to know Lars. If Holley is replacing...

That is good to know Lars. If Holley is replacing carbs with internal plating problems I should have one coming.
The OP's photos show red corrosion - is there something inside a carb that oxidizes...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-03-2010, 09:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,774
Posted By Thinpockets

The situation that I have, or had, is when I wash...

The situation that I have, or had, is when I wash the car the drain around the fuel cap was plugged and the well would fill with water. When the car was put back in the garage and cooled, water would...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-03-2010, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,587
Posted By Thinpockets

Glad to see you have solved your problem. A...

Glad to see you have solved your problem.

A simple way to keep a throttle bracket from turning is to put a star washer between the bracket and the carb and it won't turn.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-27-2009, 09:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 827
Posted By Thinpockets

I put a layer of Dynamat sound deadener down on...

I put a layer of Dynamat sound deadener down on every interior including the doors and entire rear compartment. Then a layer of Reflectix heat deadening material from Home Depot. I installed new...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-26-2009, 09:53 AM
Replies: 301
Views: 24,023
Posted By Thinpockets

The hose ends that I trimmed that finally solved...

The hose ends that I trimmed that finally solved my problem were not split - they were slightly swollen and when attached with a little side pressure (the line exits the actuator at an angle) they...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-25-2009, 06:20 PM
Replies: 301
Views: 24,023
Posted By Thinpockets

You'll miss it when it stops doing it. It's kinda...

You'll miss it when it stops doing it. It's kinda like those little red indicator lights on the dash of a modern car - it indicates that that thing is going to work when you need it. Mine was leaking...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-21-2009, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 462
Posted By Thinpockets

I have VB&P's 330# composite rear spring with...

I have VB&P's 330# composite rear spring with Bilstein Sports and am very happy with that combo and my 72 coupe is a daily driver. It has a nice firm but not harsh ride. I previously had KYB-GR2 and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-02-2009, 08:37 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 10,044
Posted By Thinpockets

FUEL INJECTION Same problem here. If it...

FUEL INJECTION

Same problem here.

If it runs good, as it sometimes does, it stinks up the garage AND the living quarters of the 'higher authority'.
I don't need any more trouble there so I'm...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-02-2009, 06:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 673
Posted By Thinpockets

A couple of years ago I switched to VB&P...

A couple of years ago I switched to VB&P composite springs both front and rear (330 lb) and at the same time to KYB shocks. The front was just fine but the rear was very springy when driving on a...
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