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Forum: C5 Tech
12-21-2010, 04:29 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 44,280
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Just want to remind everyone that the real...

Just want to remind everyone that the real problem with the famous clunk problem (when shifting between forward and reverse) is a slip/stick issue between the hub and the outboard CV joint. Greasing...
Forum: C5 Tech
12-21-2010, 04:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,235
Posted By 3rd Childhood

There are several sources of rotational lash in...

There are several sources of rotational lash in CV joints and their connections with the hub and differential. They get worse with age but with your mileage there should be no problem. If you can't...
Forum: C5 Tech
11-25-2010, 10:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 583
Posted By 3rd Childhood

All interconnecting shafts are induction hardened...

All interconnecting shafts are induction hardened to a case depth of probably 4-5mm. Without that they wouldn't last a week.

As far as rebuilt is concerned, this is a slippery slope. Some...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-15-2010, 05:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 909
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Here's part of a post I did a couple years back...

Here's part of a post I did a couple years back on this subject. It might solve your problem.

"While many of the forum members have discovered lubrication to cure the popping problem, I think the...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-13-2010, 07:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,856
Posted By 3rd Childhood

One more thought

As a retired engineer who worked for a CV manufacturer for 28 years I thought I would offer the following. Removing the outboard joint from the shaft is fairly easy without special tools. You...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-01-2009, 12:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 679
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Worn out CV's click at high angle such as can be...

Worn out CV's click at high angle such as can be attained steering a front wheel drive vehicle. The angle on your CV's doesn't change much during a turn so it's not likely they are the problem.
Forum: C5 General
06-21-2007, 02:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 944
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Call Jeff Creech at Carolina Automasters in...

Call Jeff Creech at Carolina Automasters in Durham if you are looking at mods or dyno work.
Forum: C5 General
05-08-2007, 10:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 953
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Yes, the sequence was 1. recall of some sort...

Yes, the sequence was 1. recall of some sort done and no messages,
2. installed clb for safety and got messages with fuel shut off if I moved, 3. removed clb and now no messages. I haven't been...
Forum: C5 General
05-07-2007, 09:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 953
Posted By 3rd Childhood

I need to try the key cleaning thing. I...

I need to try the key cleaning thing. I installed the COH bypass and regularly got pull key messages although I never had any before. It seems to happen only when I start the car when the doors...
Forum: Audio/Electronics
05-03-2007, 11:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 625
Posted By 3rd Childhood

I just finished my install and faced both your...

I just finished my install and faced both your issues. I ran the driver door speaker wire along the left sill and the right up the middle under the console and over from there. No problem. The...
Forum: Audio/Electronics
04-23-2007, 01:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 369
Posted By 3rd Childhood

I was afraid of that. Guess I will do a little...

I was afraid of that. Guess I will do a little nip and tuck and see if I can make this thing decent. Thanks for the replies.
Forum: Audio/Electronics
04-23-2007, 08:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 369
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Question for Frost King guys

Like many of you, I installed Frost King in the back while I had everything stripped out for my system install. I was a little worried about how things would fit back together with one layer...
Forum: Wheels & Tires
04-17-2007, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 875
Posted By 3rd Childhood

I replaced my runflats with them. I don't drive...

I replaced my runflats with them. I don't drive that hard so I can't really comment on their handling at extreme conditions. But I can say they were quiet and smooth, and I was much happier with...
Forum: Audio/Electronics
04-09-2007, 09:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 791
Posted By 3rd Childhood

I just removed mine yesterday (2000 coupe) using...

I just removed mine yesterday (2000 coupe) using the method described by Screw991le. One side popped right out. The other was a little stuck but came out with slight persuasion.
Forum: C5 General
04-04-2007, 11:01 AM
Replies: 1,959
Views: 186,398
Posted By 3rd Childhood

C5 North Carolina QWKVETTE

C5 North Carolina

QWKVETTE
Forum: Audio/Electronics
04-03-2007, 10:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 429
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Anybody know?

I'm putting Elemental Design eDi 6000s V.2 components in the doors. I made my plates last night out of .625" mdf. My question is will the crossover (1.4" thick) fit behind the door panel, or will I...
Forum: C5 General
04-03-2007, 09:31 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,862
Posted By 3rd Childhood

The Raleigh paper had a story on the front page...

The Raleigh paper had a story on the front page today. Said about another month. The yellow stuff is pine pollen.
Forum: C5 General
04-03-2007, 09:21 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,328
Posted By 3rd Childhood

62 here. Will be in the 11's next time out. ...

62 here. Will be in the 11's next time out. Sweet it is!!
Forum: Audio/Electronics
03-16-2007, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 355
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Several kudos

After lurking on the forum for awhile, I finally decided on a system and ordered the parts this week. Edi 6000's for the doors, Subthump box with w/13kv3, and Knukonceptz 4 channel amp kit. Last...
Forum: C5 Tech
03-09-2007, 10:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 759
Posted By 3rd Childhood

I believe there is a circlip holding it in. A...

I believe there is a circlip holding it in. A little jolt will pop it out easier than a smooth force.
Forum: Audio/Electronics
03-07-2007, 08:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 555
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Having the sub covered doesn't hurt the sound??? ...

Having the sub covered doesn't hurt the sound??? I've seen this design and wondered if you were supposed to remove the cover for best sound and cover it when you needed to carry something.
Forum: Audio/Electronics
03-07-2007, 08:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 524
Posted By 3rd Childhood

I looked at the JL box last year. It looks...

I looked at the JL box last year. It looks light, but it is pricey. At that time it came with a sub and was $600 if I recall.
Forum: Audio/Electronics
03-07-2007, 07:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 353
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Considering I bought the car without planning...

Considering I bought the car without planning any modifications, things are getting out of control! Power is good now, so must be time for sounds. I'm sure I can get 1/2" mdf so I will go that...
Forum: Audio/Electronics
03-06-2007, 10:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 353
Posted By 3rd Childhood

Dumb question?

Everyone says use 1/4" mdf for door speaker mounting. Around here it is special order and expensive, and I don't need a whole sheet. Is there anything wrong with using 1/4" plywood? I have a pile...
Forum: C5 Tech
02-27-2007, 03:12 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,203
Posted By 3rd Childhood

West Coast Corvette does the exhange. They have...

West Coast Corvette does the exhange. They have to polish the wheels anyway so yours may be OK. They are a supporting vendor. Give them a call.
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