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Forum: C5 Tech
09-21-2021, 07:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 495
Posted By BobMachus

Found a dealership that had the part and super...

Found a dealership that had the part and super friendly tow truck operator. Bunked down in a Super8 next to the dealership. Fingers crossed for a speedy repair tomorrow so I can get on my way to...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-21-2021, 02:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 495
Posted By BobMachus

L'il Help in Chattanooga?

Hi guys,

I'm mid road trip from Florida to Fort Knox and back and ran into a bit of trouble. I pulled in to buy gas, put the car in park, filled up and when I got in and started it it wouldn't go...
Forum: C5 Tech
07-25-2021, 08:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 834
Posted By BobMachus

I bought some Brake Motive pads and rotors,...

I bought some Brake Motive pads and rotors, Russel stainless brake lines and flushed it all out with synthetic DOT3. Painted the calipers when I was in there, scrubbed and greased the pins, and gave...
Forum: C5 Tech
07-10-2021, 10:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 834
Posted By BobMachus

Thanks everyone. Just as I thought, I should...

Thanks everyone. Just as I thought, I should just suck it up, make time and do it myself. The cost/benefit to pay someone else is way off on this one.
Forum: C5 Tech
06-21-2021, 03:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 834
Posted By BobMachus

Pads and Rotors source

Hi all,

My Y2K Vert needs front and rear pads and rotors. I got a quote for $1,200 from the local dealership for both axles. That seems a bit kooky to me. I've been doing this stuff myself...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-27-2019, 02:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,065
Posted By BobMachus

'88 Cuisinart Wheels for free

Hi all,

I have a set of '88 cuisinart wheels with old rubber I'll just give away if ya come get 'em. They were my winter wheels when I got a set of '96 CE A-molds for my summer tires. Minor curb...
Forum: C5 Tech
05-25-2018, 11:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 951
Posted By BobMachus

I used a simple Reese connector for my trailer...

I used a simple Reese connector for my trailer light connector. I opened the tail lights and spliced it in with solder and marine shrink tube. Works great.

...
Forum: C5 Tech
09-28-2017, 04:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,133
Posted By BobMachus

I have the ELM bluetooth adapter and use the...

I have the ELM bluetooth adapter and use the torque app, too. I use it on my two Corvettes, my Explorer and friends cars. It's a super tool for about $25.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-06-2016, 10:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,998
Posted By BobMachus

Thanks, that at least gives me the names and how...

Thanks, that at least gives me the names and how many spacers/washers/bushings are in there.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-05-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,998
Posted By BobMachus

Awesome. Thanks. I have new tension cables for...

Awesome. Thanks. I have new tension cables for the top. The frame is a bit tweaked after years of a torn top. I guess I'll have to just piece those bolts, washers and bushings from parts I get...
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-03-2016, 12:51 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 485
Posted By BobMachus

WTB Trailer Hitch

I am building a l'il aluminum road trip trailer for my '88 vert and would rather buy a hitch than build one, I have enough projects. Let me know if you have one for sale.

Thanks,

Bob
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-03-2016, 12:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,998
Posted By BobMachus

Convertible top hardware

Hi guys,

I haven't been around in a while, but I am trying to get my '88 vert cleaned up a bit. I have a new top and new weatherstrip I am installing myself, but I need a source for some small...
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
05-29-2016, 01:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,167
Posted By BobMachus

Is the hitch still available?

Is the hitch still available?
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-20-2014, 11:15 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 316
Posted By BobMachus

Aluminum Coolant tube for KC4 Oil Cooler

I have traced my coolant leak to the hard AL tube that goes under the oil pan and up to the heater hose from the oil cooler. The tube had rubbed against the frame rail and worn a hole. I am going...
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-18-2014, 02:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 342
Posted By BobMachus

WTB '88 Soft Top rear latch pins & Top replacement DVD

Looking for a set of rear latch pins for my 1988 convertible. Also if anyone has a convertible top replacement dvd I think that might come in handy.

Best,

Bob
Forum: C4 General Discussion
03-17-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 888
Posted By BobMachus

Thanks, I have heard the DVD has some great...

Thanks,
I have heard the DVD has some great info. If you could find yours I would love to make some sort of arrangement to buy or borrow yours. If I can't find on one the second hand market, I'll...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
03-10-2014, 11:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 888
Posted By BobMachus

Convertible Top Replacement DVD

Hi guys,
I'm about to embark on some major maintenance work on my '88 vert. A big part of this will be replacing the rapidly disintegrating top. I have a new top and a new weatherstripping kit...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
12-15-2012, 12:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,852
Posted By BobMachus

I know the common wisdom, as stated here, is that...

I know the common wisdom, as stated here, is that shocks don't determine ride height, but......when I replaced the original shocks in my 1988 in 2001 with nice new Bilsteins my ride height went up at...
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-17-2011, 03:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 368
Posted By BobMachus

soft top latches and posts

Hi guys,

I am looking for the catches that latch the soft top to the top of the windshield and the pointy little posts that latch to the rear deck. I have an '88 vert and am working on a little...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
12-20-2010, 09:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,903
Posted By BobMachus

NGK TR55 and Taylor Spiro-Pro wires here

NGK TR55 and Taylor Spiro-Pro wires here
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
12-20-2010, 11:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,992
Posted By BobMachus

91 or 93 here. As mentioned by several folks...

91 or 93 here. As mentioned by several folks above my car gets better mileage with the high octane fuel. In fact the mileage improvement outweighs the at-the-pump savings. That made the choice...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
12-19-2010, 01:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,062
Posted By BobMachus

Hawk Pads, Performance Ceramic or HPS

I just got some 96 CE A-molds for my '88 Vert and I am need some pads with good initial bite (whatever is on there can't even get the ABS to kick on with a two-footed stomp on cold pavement). I had...
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-01-2009, 05:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 293
Posted By BobMachus

I have an accell Superram base manifold and a set...

I have an accell Superram base manifold and a set of Arizona Speed and Marine large tube runners I was about to post for sale either here or ebay. Let me know if you still need these and maybe we...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-07-2009, 11:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 363
Posted By BobMachus

Yer a star, I will check in the morning. That is...

Yer a star, I will check in the morning. That is exactly the info I was looking for.

Thanks
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-07-2009, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 363
Posted By BobMachus

&@#^$# Headlights! New bushings, new Module, no ups!

ARGGHHHH! Looking for some insights from the electrical wizards. My driver side headlight would intermittently fail to pop up for a while and then completely gave up the ghost. If I wound it up by...
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