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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-16-2023, 03:49 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,720
Posted By Downdraft

Careful, I’m backing up! ...

Careful, I’m
backing up!
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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-16-2023, 03:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,722
Posted By Downdraft

The 383 has the weight od a SB but the punch of a...

The 383 has the weight od a SB but the punch of a BB. I am running AFR aluminum heads and a hot cam. Definitely woke up my stock 300hp 327. Running a ‘66 hood and have plenty of clearance. Been...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-22-2023, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 509
Posted By Downdraft

Drove to work

Best way to start the day!

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Even though an overcast day always a...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-03-2023, 01:01 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,018
Posted By Downdraft

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Here’s a couple …....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-03-2019, 08:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,401
Posted By Downdraft

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My other car has 6 Weber double barrels...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-21-2018, 11:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,020
Posted By Downdraft

Thanks for the detailed explanation, have...

Thanks for the detailed explanation, have something to do over the weekend!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-21-2018, 11:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,020
Posted By Downdraft

With headlights on ...

With headlights on
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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-21-2018, 11:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,020
Posted By Downdraft

Temperature gauge question

hi, my ‘65 Vert SB runs cool even in summer thanks to a Dewitt aluminum radiator. When I turn on the headlights my temp gauge indicator increases, see pics with higher rpms even more and bounces if...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-15-2018, 01:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,419
Posted By Downdraft

Look past the lipstick - love it! Dealer asking...

Look past the lipstick - love it! Dealer asking price is $96,500. Hope it’s negotiable ... I ran the vin and it checks out as a St Louis build - sunfire yellow with black leather. Very nice combo....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-15-2018, 11:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,419
Posted By Downdraft

The last 6 numbers of the vin supposedly match...

The last 6 numbers of the vin supposedly match the last six numbers of the engine. JE710....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-15-2018, 09:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,419
Posted By Downdraft

Thats why I am going to see it, no engine stamp...

Thats why I am going to see it, no engine stamp photos - over here Corvettes are not that well understood. I noticed the aternator, plastic overflow, power brakes - common to “repair” with available...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-15-2018, 08:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,419
Posted By Downdraft

Seller says matching numbers, will go and see it...

Seller says matching numbers, will go and see it next week, any comments welcomed
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-15-2018, 08:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,419
Posted By Downdraft

Opinions on 427/435 Cpe in Europe

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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-15-2018, 05:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,345
Posted By Downdraft

Which valve cover should I choose ?

Hi, I narrowed it down to two, i prefer the large lettered raised scrip but not available in polished aluminum the slternative is a smaller script. My motor as is....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-03-2018, 11:03 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 16,100
Posted By Downdraft

well after seeing all those serious and...

well after seeing all those serious and professional mods I am somewhat intimidated to post pictures of my '65 with a 383, beefed up suspension, sway bars and flared fenders....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-29-2018, 04:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,305
Posted By Downdraft

C2 ignition key does not lock

Hi, I bought a complete set of two door locks and ignition key from Ecklers about 10 yrs ago. Now I can remove the ignition key when the car is running. Any way to fix without having to replace all...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-19-2018, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 810
Posted By Downdraft

Thanks, love the large lettering. Installing a...

Thanks, love the large lettering. Installing a new brake master cylinder (non power brake) should not interfere...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-19-2018, 06:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 810
Posted By Downdraft

Will slant tall valve covers fit?

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i wanted to change my tall valve covers...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-30-2017, 01:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,306
Posted By Downdraft

Yes, I meant to write power brakes. Thanks for...

Yes, I meant to write power brakes. Thanks for all your suggestions, i will now study and decide. What a great forum!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-28-2017, 12:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,306
Posted By Downdraft

Tall valve covers and PS?

hi, my ‘65 Vert 383 has tall valve covers and we like the look. However i would like power steering and the driver’s side valve cover gets in the way. Has anybody cut a portion of the cover to permit...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-18-2017, 08:59 AM
Replies: 221
Views: 28,321
Posted By Downdraft

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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-16-2017, 11:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 473
Posted By Downdraft

Water temp

my 65 Vert with a 383 and dewitts alu radiator always ran cool. Took a great ride through the Italian alps today (it was on the 90's) and I noticed that my water temp went way up. Then I turned off...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-01-2017, 02:06 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 34,139
Posted By Downdraft

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https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1504/80-img_3121_14c76314cf78d907b63485fef970857468c5872a.jpgHere's some 383 power in a '65 Vert
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-29-2017, 08:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 334
Posted By Downdraft

Yes, all is installed correctly, the spline is...

Yes, all is installed correctly, the spline is not perpendicular
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-29-2017, 08:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 334
Posted By Downdraft

Window question

my window crank on my 1965 convertible is off center and rubs against my door panel if not careful when you crank the handle to move the window up ir down - the spline is off center. Which parts do I...
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