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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-27-2007, 10:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 447
Posted By ThunderMaker

Just communicate with other guys that have done...

Just communicate with other guys that have done this already. Search the archives, there is much info there already, thats what I did. Some headers hang lower than others so ground clearance may be...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-27-2007, 09:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 447
Posted By ThunderMaker

I have a "79 L82 auto and did the same thing....

I have a "79 L82 auto and did the same thing. Research the headers because they are not all the same. I highly recommend getting ceramic coated headers made for your exact model year because there...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-03-2007, 01:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 27,058
Posted By ThunderMaker

:iagree:

:iagree:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-13-2007, 09:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,217
Posted By ThunderMaker

Welcome to Vette ownership!

These common problems since these cars typically are not driven daily, PS or brakes can be repaired very inexpensively! Since your brake resevior is empty, do not drive it until your brakes are...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-13-2007, 08:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 17,615
Posted By ThunderMaker

I have a great mechanic that works at Buford...

I have a great mechanic that works at Buford Dodge which is near Suwanee, he drives a Viper and fixed an engine problem for me that 3 other shops in the area couldn't. Dependng on the type of work...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-11-2007, 06:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,392
Posted By ThunderMaker

Flat tappet

Is your engine a flat tappet or roller rocker set-up? If you look in the archives, you'll see lots of info and opinion about the need for zinc in the oil for flat tappet engines. I run mobile 1 in...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-07-2007, 11:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,885
Posted By ThunderMaker

You gotta now supply the juice!

Getting back to your fan install, did you consider upgrading the alternator to ensure that big fan doesn't kill your battery?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-04-2007, 01:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,897
Posted By ThunderMaker

Duals w/ MagnaFlows

I just scrapped the original exhaust on my "79 L82" for 2.5" Duals and MagnaFlows. I liked the sound of the original exhaust because it was "throaty" at idle in drive and unnoticeable at highway...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-08-2006, 05:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,935
Posted By ThunderMaker

Summit G9060 ceramic coated huggers for my '79

Summit G9060 ceramic coated huggers for my '79
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-08-2006, 05:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,935
Posted By ThunderMaker

ESU I got Summit headers from Summit for about...

ESU I got Summit headers from Summit for about $200. They appear to be made by Patriot as the number stamped on them matches up to the ones they advertise, a few dollars cheaper than the Patriot...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-06-2006, 10:30 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,935
Posted By ThunderMaker

I just bought a set of ceramic coated headers for...

I just bought a set of ceramic coated headers for my "79 and I asked all the sellers on Ebay selling headers if they would guarantee fitting my '79. Most did not answer but some did saying that if...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-06-2006, 10:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 844
Posted By ThunderMaker

I just ordered and received most of my dual kit...

I just ordered and received most of my dual kit from CC. I say most because their not sure where my intermediate pipes are right now. Since this is a kit, which implies most average folks can...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-30-2006, 09:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 631
Posted By ThunderMaker

Corvette Central has a good kit, I just got one.

Corvette Central has a good kit, I just got one.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-30-2006, 08:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,208
Posted By ThunderMaker

I just got the Summit G9060 ceramic coated...

I just got the Summit G9060 ceramic coated huggers for my '79. I'm gonna connect them to a dual kit I just got from Corvette Central with Magnaflows.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2006, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 861
Posted By ThunderMaker

X pipe

An X pipe seems to be highly recommended also:thumbs:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2006, 10:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 861
Posted By ThunderMaker

Sixfooter, I wanna put block huggers on my '79...

Sixfooter, I wanna put block huggers on my '79 but couldn't find anyone who done it. Which make and model did you go with? Do you have AC? PS? PB? Did you have to modify in any way ? How do they...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2006, 09:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,249
Posted By ThunderMaker

Atalnta, GA

Lars, any chance you can recommend a good carb tuner in the Atlanta area ?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-07-2006, 08:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 743
Posted By ThunderMaker

I have that exact size on my "79 and they handle...

I have that exact size on my "79 and they handle real good for 15"s. Thye really look small from the side or the car but they are wide so the car looks great fromthe front and back.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-01-2006, 11:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,350
Posted By ThunderMaker

Thanks, I saw the MAD kits and I am considering...

Thanks, I saw the MAD kits and I am considering them, I was thinking the 2.5" would be best for my car but the mechanic at the shop where I am considering hiring to do the work for me said that 2.25"...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-29-2006, 08:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,350
Posted By ThunderMaker

1979 L82 Dual Exhaust

I was at the exhaust shop today getting an estimate to replace my stock exhaust with dual and headers. The pipes coming from the manifolds were 2". After the collector they are 2.25 (at cat)and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-20-2006, 12:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 894
Posted By ThunderMaker

:iagree: :cheers:

:iagree: :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-20-2006, 08:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 894
Posted By ThunderMaker

I took mine out and it did 2 things, first it ran...

I took mine out and it did 2 things, first it ran cooler. Second it confirmed that the cheap t-stat I had in there wasn't opening all the way. I'll never buy cheap store brand parts again. Since...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-17-2006, 04:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,503
Posted By ThunderMaker

R12 to R134 conversion

I'd like to convert to R134, Has anyone done this to a C3 system? How is it working? Does it work well? Are there any other considerations other than replacing the fittings ?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-12-2006, 11:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,659
Posted By ThunderMaker

I just removed my Flex fan from my "79 and there...

I just removed my Flex fan from my "79 and there is a noticable power increase and the engine is a lot quieter, i wish I had done this sooner. I have a brand new never installed OEM stock fan that...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-12-2006, 10:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 456
Posted By ThunderMaker

I pulled the the flex fan off my "79 recently and...

I pulled the the flex fan off my "79 recently and am glad i did, you will find out that it made a lot of noise. I replace it with dual 12" SPAL fans and shroud. The reason for the dual fans is that...
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