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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-27-2022, 10:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 949
Posted By DR'76

Great tips and tricks... I appreciate all the...

Great tips and tricks... I appreciate all the replies! :thumbs:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-27-2022, 01:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,410
Posted By DR'76

Any tips / tricks for removing the glass? Not...

Any tips / tricks for removing the glass? Not familiar with RED RTV... is it for glass adhesion?

Thanks!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-27-2022, 01:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 949
Posted By DR'76

Removing the GLASS from side view mirror

Has anyone removed the side-view mirror glass from it's housing and successfully re-installed? I have two (2) LH-side mirrors (I'm sure both are aftermarket), and the one without the "glass" (it's...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-24-2020, 07:39 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 193
Posted By DR'76

'95 P/S pump flow rate ???

Highly considering to install the Borgeson P/S conversion on my '76 that has a '95 LT1 engine. From what I'm reading, the Borgeson p/s box wants a 2 gal/min flow rate and those with C3's are using...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-22-2020, 03:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 195
Posted By DR'76

'76 w/ '95 LT1 - adding Borgeson P/S

So tired of "New" components (control valve / power assist cylinder) leaking and going to bite-the-bullet w/ the Borgeson unit. From reading thru other's posts, it seems that the Borgeson unit wants...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-25-2020, 02:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 796
Posted By DR'76

Adding Intermittent/Delay to Wipers ('76)

Has anyone added/modified their 2-speed wipers to either have a delay or intermittent feature? I have a '76 that is currently my daily-driver and would like to "slow down" Low speed, if possible. ...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
12-08-2019, 05:51 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 444
Posted By DR'76

'95 4L60e pump - 298 or 300mm?

Need to replace a 4L60e transmission pump from a '95 (whines in gear and sounds like empty power steering pump).€ Depending on what site I'm on, it's either 298 or 300mm. Does anyone know for sure...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-10-2018, 12:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 446
Posted By DR'76

Eliminating A/C compressor on LT1 in C3...Belt?

Have a '95 LT1 from a C4 in my '76 and was wondering if there is anything I can do to allow me to drive it w/o A/C compressor in place. It looks like a nightmare to perform an alignment, so wanted to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-16-2018, 01:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 828
Posted By DR'76

DUB... yes, "3M" still needs to be grounded for...

DUB... yes, "3M" still needs to be grounded for PARK (the wipers must have been close to PARK when I removed both grounds and I mistook that it was there) Thanks - post updated :thumbs:

Was still...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-16-2018, 11:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 828
Posted By DR'76

Testing Wiper Switch '76

'76 - Not getting wipers to budge. I located a very handy .pdf file on motor testing on Willcox Corvette's site and looks like motor is fine. as it does everything it should (High, Low and Park)...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-10-2018, 01:04 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,530
Posted By DR'76

Thanks for the suggestions and tips! Turned out...

Thanks for the suggestions and tips! Turned out to be a burnt connector in a wire going from the starter to the alternator. Red wire, approx 8-10 ga. plastic connector located just behind the rear...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-09-2018, 12:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,530
Posted By DR'76

Testing ignition switch ‘76

Stopped to get gas this morning, then went to start car and NOTHING! No gauge movement, no crank, etc... Battery is good. Luckily was across the street from work and had assistance to push it over....
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-24-2017, 09:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By DR'76

WVZR-1, Red 91, odm747 and desertmike1 I...

WVZR-1, Red 91, odm747 and desertmike1

I seemed to stop receiving email notifications when new replies were posted and just saw all your additional suggestions... I'll look into these and post...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-19-2017, 10:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By DR'76

*** Update *** Turn-1 replied, but said they do...

*** Update *** Turn-1 replied, but said they do not carry a pulley for my application :(
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-19-2017, 10:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By DR'76

Well, let's just say the a/c compressor is just...

Well, let's just say the a/c compressor is just there for the ride (at the moment!).

I contacted Turn-1 a few weeks ago thru their "contact us" form, but just sent a regular e-mail last night.
...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-19-2017, 08:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By DR'76

I grabbed everything (engine, trans, and all...

I grabbed everything (engine, trans, and all accessories w/ stock pulleys) from a '95. The only modification I had to do was have a hose made from the pressure-side of the p/s pump to the "power...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-19-2017, 01:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 734
Posted By DR'76

'95 P/S Pump Pulley alternatives...???

I posted a month ago or so about correctly removing the '95 LT1 p/s pulley (after damaging mine), and as many stated, "Good Luck in finding another one"!!! GM part# 10227069.

This one was...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-04-2017, 10:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,873
Posted By DR'76

Thanks for the replies!! Will look into getting...

Thanks for the replies!! Will look into getting the PROPER tool :thumb

Yikes!!! Hopefully find a cross-reference for the pulley from something newer..
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-04-2017, 03:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,873
Posted By DR'76

Removing P/S pulley

Got a little anxious trying to remove the power steering pulley on a '95 by using a 2-jaw puller, and pretty much turned the pulley into a taco! Should I have NOT used an impact??? :eek:

I have...
Forum: C3 General
04-08-2017, 11:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,764
Posted By DR'76

Thanks for the replies and suggestions... didn't...

Thanks for the replies and suggestions... didn't realize that the 2-piece style was more geared towards an external installation, so the 1-piece will probably be a bit easier.

:thumbs:
Forum: C3 General
04-08-2017, 01:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,764
Posted By DR'76

Coil Spring Compressor: 1-Piece or 2-Piece style?

It's probably been 10 years or so since I removed the front coil springs on my C3, so memory is a bit foggy. I do remember that I used a 1-piece style that grabs the spring on both sides at each...
Forum: C3 General
04-03-2017, 09:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,126
Posted By DR'76

The13Bats, where did you purchase that ball joint...

The13Bats, where did you purchase that ball joint removal tool?

Thanks,
Dr'76
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-01-2016, 10:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,229
Posted By DR'76

7T1vette: Will double-check before installing on...

7T1vette: Will double-check before installing on car... still need to mount and balance the fronts. :yesnod:

MelWff: Good point! Another reason to avoid the tap-ons! :thumbs:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-01-2016, 05:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,229
Posted By DR'76

Just a little update: I tried the static...

Just a little update: I tried the static balance, but the balancer just wasn't cooperating! It kept indicating to put weights on top of each other, so not sure what was going on there...? I may...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-29-2016, 10:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,229
Posted By DR'76

Well, it looks like the tires aren't so bad after...

Well, it looks like the tires aren't so bad after all! Here's what I did today:

I set the balancer up to measure for tap-on weights. The results were a much more respectable 2.25 oz per side (not...
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