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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-20-2014, 01:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,474
Posted By abe g

how to represent (sell)

Just contact the local vette club, state your year and firm price and watch what happens. (In my case the buyer (one) came out to inspect same, set his own evaluation, met my price and BINGO...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-10-2014, 02:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,069
Posted By abe g

to vette buyer and others

As the recent seller of a 63swc I commend you on an excellent rationalization of the true marketability of this 63! Anything over $60,000 is true gravy! Regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-10-2014, 12:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,069
Posted By abe g

todays values 63 swc

Having sold my 63 swc last week for $75000, heres what is missing from your 63 to bring up to that price: Original matching 340hp engine. original matching manual 4 speed, 411 rear end with...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-09-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,397
Posted By abe g

gratified with response

Wow! really great from all of you, just a few answers to some questions: mileage was 100m. No advertising, contact local Corvette club and let them know, soon responses! took one week !Re; photos,...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-08-2014, 12:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,397
Posted By abe g

moving on 63swc

Thanks to all for the kind sentiments! Never to a dealer, private sale. Original cost in Sept 62 was (with tax) $5200. Regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-08-2014, 11:33 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,397
Posted By abe g

The end of 52 years with my 63 swc.

To my fellow lovers of Corvettes. I sold my 63 (with regret) due to my advancing age (87) and difficulty using the c lutch. I hope to continue my joining with you on the forum helping answer any...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-03-2014, 12:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 779
Posted By abe g

shooting from hip too fast

Obviously, you dont have the 340 hp up model regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-03-2014, 12:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 779
Posted By abe g

bearing replacement for 63 swc

Have done this a few years ago on my 63. I know what you mean as "idler pulley". This bearing presses on or off. Bench vise can do the job easily. Use pipe same or close against face of old bearing...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-31-2014, 02:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,677
Posted By abe g

overflow tank nipple missing

If the tank is otherwise in good condition, I would repair that missing part. There is no pressure to worry about as its an overflow to rubber line. I would press fit a matching tube (cut to fit)and...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-24-2014, 01:11 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,368
Posted By abe g

does anyone remember the FM add ons that sold for...

does anyone remember the FM add ons that sold for $10 dollars that plugged into the AM receivers ? I had one (original 1955) on my AM Wunderbar on my 63 swc) I worked great! Finally wore out and...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-02-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 897
Posted By abe g

wiper blade inserts

Try NAPA ! I bought set for my63 swc reasonable.regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-15-2014, 01:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,655
Posted By abe g

63 swc 4.11 rear ratio 340 hp 4speed manual

Ignorance can be bliss. As original owner, I drove 80 miles per hour for hours on end. I did not realize differences re engine speed and mph. I compared long trips (like a smallairplane). After all...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-13-2014, 03:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 725
Posted By abe g

defective meter

Try this (no guarantee!) lightly tap meter (ignition on).. This brought my uint on 63swc back to life! regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-05-2014, 11:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,611
Posted By abe g

63 swc exhaust system in stainless

Bought 10 years ago from corvette central. good fit, non welded. Go stainless! Regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-13-2014, 01:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 453
Posted By abe g

how to add fm to am wonderbar radio

I did the following on my 63 swc years ago. add on fm uniit that plugs into radio Check ebay, someone may have the following: An add on fm unit sold years ago original cost $10 or so!, Check out...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-18-2014, 12:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,385
Posted By abe g

My original 63swc Nov 62 340hp AFB has a hole...

My original 63swc Nov 62 340hp AFB has a hole in the throttle arm on carb. As original owner, ;this also has 2 return springs with cotter pin at end of rod. Regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-18-2014, 11:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,085
Posted By abe g

On my original (since Nov 62) 63swc 340 hp AFB...

On my original (since Nov 62) 63swc 340 hp AFB There is a small hole on the carb arm that connects to the return spring (s). A cotter pin is on the end of the rod. (there are 2 return springs)...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-09-2014, 01:01 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 19,616
Posted By abe g

1963 swc (Nov 62) with plastic wood grained steering wheel

As the original owner, car came with plastic wood grained steering wheel. standard in all aspects. (a kind of mottled molded plastic) Any thoughts? Regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-02-2014, 10:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,008
Posted By abe g

correct wiper inseerts for 63 swc

Got mine at NAPA! regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-26-2014, 11:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,040
Posted By abe g

volume up or down onwonderbarradio

on my63swc I have this intermitt problem. Here is how Ihandle my problem: wuth ignition on, take a small spiketool, removethe switch knob, center the point of spike in center of volume shaft.Tap...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-25-2014, 01:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 698
Posted By abe g

radio static?what model c-2?possible fix

I had this problem on my63 swc. volume was too high or none.Try this at your own risk! Tap the volume knob shaft lightly but sharply while radio on. This brought back volume control as desired. good...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-23-2014, 01:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 704
Posted By abe g

delco shocks and useful life

I have original delco shocks on my 63 swc . miles @ ;90,000 original miles.Still works great! If it aint broke, dont fix it! Remember the c2s are pretty lightweight and dont abuse their shocks. Just...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-16-2014, 01:15 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,398
Posted By abe g

To Zoomin: As an old steel wool salesman grades...

To Zoomin: As an old steel wool salesman grades in fine go to #0000! Used to finish paint before final polishing.Also where polishing is needed on all finishes! regards, Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-08-2014, 04:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,148
Posted By abe g

what model car are we discussing?

:It would help to id the car on introduction of post! Saves a little time ! Regards,Abe G
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-26-2014, 12:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,732
Posted By abe g

door to body fit 63swc

As per previous posts, it should be clear to all that factory fit on body to doors was to put it mildly LOUSY! Those cars that you see with "perfect" gaps and fits have had some or extensive bodywork...
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