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Forum: C3 General
07-02-2019, 09:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,279
Posted By 70BBvert

I replaced mine with a stainless steel set from...

I replaced mine with a stainless steel set from Totally Stainless in Pa. Didn't have any issues with theirs, but not the original style. The stud looks long enough to support an additional...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-26-2016, 05:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,136
Posted By 70BBvert

I believe those are Appliance wheels. W.R. Grace...

I believe those are Appliance wheels. W.R. Grace owned them at one point

Jim
Forum: C3 General
11-17-2015, 01:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,020
Posted By 70BBvert

I used a shop in Bellmore next to the LIRR...

I used a shop in Bellmore next to the LIRR station. Place looks like a hole in the wall, but he did a great job on the alignment when I finished the rebuild a few years ago. Took his time to make...
Forum: C3 General
11-04-2015, 08:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,629
Posted By 70BBvert

Chapman locks worked by grounding out the...

Chapman locks worked by grounding out the ignition, it was a pretty simple system. Should be easy to remove, IIRC it was only two wires but it has been 30+ years since I installed one...:lol:

We...
Forum: C3 General
07-27-2015, 08:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,806
Posted By 70BBvert

Dewitt's aluminum radiator with dual spal fans it...

Dewitt's aluminum radiator with dual spal fans it stays at 185 - 190 deg even in the summer heat


Jim
Forum: C3 General
07-24-2015, 07:34 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,384
Posted By 70BBvert

I was 10 when my 70 hit the sales floor :thumbs:

I was 10 when my 70 hit the sales floor :thumbs:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-08-2015, 12:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,096
Posted By 70BBvert

On my 70 454 I had to dimple the right side tube...

On my 70 454 I had to dimple the right side tube to clear the Idler arm. Put a few layers of masking tape in the area, hold a socket against the tube and hit the socket to create the dimple

Jim
Forum: C3 General
05-08-2015, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,332
Posted By 70BBvert

Gonzo passed away last year IIRC. Doesn't appear...

Gonzo passed away last year IIRC. Doesn't appear that anyone took over the operation.

Jim
Forum: C3 General
05-05-2015, 08:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,446
Posted By 70BBvert

I'm going to assume that's directed at Atlantic...

I'm going to assume that's directed at Atlantic Chev... Especially since I know what dealer you work at

Jim
Forum: C3 General
05-04-2015, 01:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,446
Posted By 70BBvert

I stopped at the Corvette show at Atlantic Chevy...

I stopped at the Corvette show at Atlantic Chevy sun am. Then OBI at 10:00 or so. Still a fair amount of cars & a lot of motorcycles there when I left

If you see this one, make sure to say hi
...
Forum: C3 General
05-03-2015, 08:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,301
Posted By 70BBvert

Passenger side fender skirt ...

Passenger side fender skirt

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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-01-2015, 02:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,610
Posted By 70BBvert

I converted mine to electric during the rebuild....

I converted mine to electric during the rebuild. I have he manual regulators available for sale if you are interested

Send me a PM

Jim
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-01-2015, 08:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,122
Posted By 70BBvert

Anytime, glad to help. :thumbs: I discovered the...

Anytime, glad to help. :thumbs: I discovered the hood differences the hard way :lol: Now I know about the latch differences too :D

Jim
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-30-2015, 08:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,122
Posted By 70BBvert

Joe Definately the bottom one, just double...

Joe

Definately the bottom one, just double checked the height - 1 1/4"

Much easier to see the difference when the pictures are side by side :thumbs:

Jim
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-30-2015, 05:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,122
Posted By 70BBvert

I measured my 70 for you last night, hard to see...

I measured my 70 for you last night, hard to see but approx 1 1/4" tall.

The picture you show of the right hand catch stands approx 1/2" off of the hood where the bumper hits. The 68 - early 69...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-30-2015, 04:53 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 9,654
Posted By 70BBvert

Are you running rubber brake lines? Take a close...

Are you running rubber brake lines? Take a close look for a damaged line that may be swelling under pressure.

Jim
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-28-2015, 08:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,122
Posted By 70BBvert

As far as I know the male latches are the same....

As far as I know the male latches are the same. The passenger side catch attached to the hood changed some time in early 69 along with the same attachment area on the hood. The cross cable is also...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-24-2015, 08:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,152
Posted By 70BBvert

I went with a Breakerless SE electronic...

I went with a Breakerless SE electronic conversion kit. Hasn't given me any trouble in 3+ years. Uses one wire as well

Jim
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2015, 01:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,977
Posted By 70BBvert

No, its an aftermarket electronic one wire...

No, its an aftermarket electronic one wire conversion

Jim
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2015, 08:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,977
Posted By 70BBvert

I too have electronic ignition & a PMGR starter...

I too have electronic ignition & a PMGR starter with no "R" terminal. However I had occasional hard starting issues, where it was readily apparent that there was no spark.

I wired in a relay using...
Forum: C3 General
04-14-2015, 08:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,642
Posted By 70BBvert

I have a NY State issued VIN on my 68 Mustang....

I have a NY State issued VIN on my 68 Mustang. Bought the car in 1985 dirt cheap to restore. During the dis-assembly process I found the VIN plate held on by screws and it didn't match the one...
Forum: C3 General
04-06-2015, 10:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,225
Posted By 70BBvert

The reproduction one on mine end 1 1/2" from the...

The reproduction one on mine end 1 1/2" from the outside corner of the deck lid

Jim
Forum: C3 General
04-06-2015, 04:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,225
Posted By 70BBvert

Exactly what I did, any tension will cause it to...

Exactly what I did, any tension will cause it to pull away. IIRC the weatherstrip ends short of the front edge on the sides, but only by an inch or so
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-06-2015, 09:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,280
Posted By 70BBvert

I do this on any engine I have built. :thumbs:...

I do this on any engine I have built. :thumbs: Bought a cheap set of chrome covers off of ebay for $18 for a BBC to make the final adjustment on mine. The chrome peeled off with tape :lol: but they...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-30-2015, 10:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,960
Posted By 70BBvert

If you search on C5 seat install methods you'll...

If you search on C5 seat install methods you'll find several threads detailing the brackets made to mount seats directly to the floor boards

Jim
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