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Forum: C6 Corvettes for Sale
05-17-2012, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,647
Posted By riogrand

Nice looking example. Is that Lake Michigan in...

Nice looking example. Is that Lake Michigan in the background? Wish I had some extra dough.....

GLWS!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes for Sale/Wanted
03-05-2010, 05:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,109
Posted By riogrand

Do you still need someone to look at the car?

Do you still need someone to look at the car?
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-03-2010, 07:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 512
Posted By riogrand

Thanks for all the replies. The old bulb on was...

Thanks for all the replies. The old bulb on was fogged up so so I replaced it first. It was very hard to get out and the new one didn't fit well either As I figured out later the light socket/ bezel...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-03-2010, 12:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 512
Posted By riogrand

65 Tailight operation.

I just had some body work done on the back of my 65. My right signal now doesn't flash and the brake lights on the left don't work when the left signals is on. When the left signal is on both left...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-21-2009, 09:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 505
Posted By riogrand

Thanks, I thought cranking it without a load...

Thanks, I thought cranking it without a load could be risky. Since it is the amplifier that you need to protect , uplugging it makes sense.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-21-2009, 05:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 505
Posted By riogrand

I just want to make sure I don't damage the TI...

I just want to make sure I don't damage the TI amplifier.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-21-2009, 04:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 505
Posted By riogrand

TI ignition Question

What is the safest way to disable a TI ignition so the engine will not start. I want to turnover the engine with the starter without it starting?
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-16-2009, 11:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 358
Posted By riogrand

Once you have the seats out, you need to get the...

Once you have the seats out, you need to get the latches out of the way to get track (male) out. There is also a corner piece on the frame that needs to be removed so the track can slide out. I...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-15-2009, 06:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,982
Posted By riogrand

You could unbolt the bracket from the...

You could unbolt the bracket from the differential.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-07-2009, 09:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Posted By riogrand

With a M22 and a 4.88 assuming 27" tall tires,...

With a M22 and a 4.88 assuming 27" tall tires, you could go about 48mph in first at 6400 rpm.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-07-2009, 08:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Posted By riogrand

Can you elaborate on that story? It sounds like...

Can you elaborate on that story? It sounds like a good one.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-07-2009, 08:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,461
Posted By riogrand

I have one that originally had a 4.56. I drove...

I have one that originally had a 4.56. I drove it around town with a 4.56 last year for awhile. That was fun but not practical. I put a 3.70 back in when gas went crazy. Actually with the close...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-05-2009, 12:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,369
Posted By riogrand

Tire Racks info shows 6"-9" Here is their...

Tire Racks info shows 6"-9"

Here is their link:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/Spec.jsp?make=BFGoodrich&model=Radial+T%2FA&tirePageLocQty=
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-04-2009, 10:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,369
Posted By riogrand

I have used 235/60 15 BFG Radial TAs for years on...

I have used 235/60 15 BFG Radial TAs for years on stock 15x6 KO wheels. The BFG specs lists 6" width wheels within the recommended range.

On my particular car they work fine.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-28-2009, 10:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 965
Posted By riogrand

All the notches looked the same and I couldn't...

All the notches looked the same and I couldn't get the latch to clear at either end but I was able to get it through in the middle. Thanks!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-28-2009, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 965
Posted By riogrand

C2 Seat Track Bushings

After reading a recent post on loose seat tracks, I ordered a set of bushings from Zip. I didn't even realize there were bushings. I can't see any traces or evidence of the previous bushings. I...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-24-2009, 02:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 308
Posted By riogrand

A guy named Barry Brock went over 170 at...

A guy named Barry Brock went over 170 at Bonnevile in 1965 Corvette 396 and over 180 in 1966 in a 1966 Corvette 427.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-23-2009, 06:31 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,104
Posted By riogrand

If the 396 in it now was close to L-78 corvette...

If the 396 in it now was close to L-78 corvette spec and correct parts except for the block I wouldn't pay that much just to get the block. If it was a complete correct engine with correct...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-17-2009, 05:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 607
Posted By riogrand

The VIN derivative number looks like it was...

The VIN derivative number looks like it was ground off and restamped.

The seller does state "The owner mentioned the engine was re-stamped at the factory".

I am not sure how this would ever be...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
03-03-2009, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 302
Posted By riogrand

Got the Pics. Thanks! I am interested in one of...

Got the Pics. Thanks! I am interested in one of them if you are willing to split. I tried calling your cell but couldn't get through. I will try calling again or feel free to call me.
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
03-02-2009, 12:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 302
Posted By riogrand

You can email me at cruz.rick@verizon.net. ...

You can email me at cruz.rick@verizon.net.

Thanks
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
03-01-2009, 09:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 302
Posted By riogrand

Do you still have these wheels available? I...

Do you still have these wheels available? I would be interested in one. Do Do you have any pictures?


Thanks,
Rick
214 724 7116
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-17-2009, 01:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,363
Posted By riogrand

Leaf Spring Restore/Paint Advice

I am getting ready to a restore on my 7 leaf spring. Its in good working shape and an original GM spring. I have the new liners and a can of the right shade of gray paint.

Is best to paint the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-17-2009, 01:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 580
Posted By riogrand

Thanks again John!

Thanks again John!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-15-2009, 09:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 580
Posted By riogrand

Also I was curious why the assembly manual...

Also I was curious why the assembly manual specifies the front bolt to be inserted on the left side and the rear bolt to be inserted on the right side.
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