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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-05-2024, 06:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 419
Posted By 1stvette@60

You will probably have to get this from one of...

You will probably have to get this from one of the Corvette suppliers. It is not a common fitting, even McMaster Carr doesn’t have it. I got one from, i think, zip Corvette.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-05-2024, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 419
Posted By 1stvette@60

I cut my tube close to the fuel pump and with a...

I cut my tube close to the fuel pump and with a long double box end wrench was able to get it to pop loose, I was afraid to try the whole brass fitting as I wanted to save it if possible. It was...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-02-2024, 11:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 419
Posted By 1stvette@60

Yes. Male pipe thread screws into fuel pump....

Yes. Male pipe thread screws into fuel pump. Hardline with inverted flare screws into female inverted flare in the fitting.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-01-2024, 10:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 725
Posted By 1stvette@60

‘70 L46 had cast aluminum like the LT1, not...

‘70 L46 had cast aluminum like the LT1, not chrome.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-01-2024, 10:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 428
Posted By 1stvette@60

I did not mention it in my post but I am just...

I did not mention it in my post but I am just using one relay with teed lines. I did one, put it in, tried it, and it worked great. Suddenly, I thought, why not try to tee it before I rebuild the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-01-2024, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 428
Posted By 1stvette@60

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_20220902_141133_b7ce9808003f398154d5bb36f7e32510d7c5557e.jpg[/QUOTE]

I rebuilt mine the same way, with o-rings in the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-09-2024, 01:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 223
Posted By 1stvette@60

Starter Question

If you hook up a remote starter (shorting the solenoid), can anyone tell me if it will crank without pushing in the clutch? Would be handy to start the engine without being in the car. '70 L46.
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-01-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 748
Posted By 1stvette@60

That's the one I followed.

That's the one I followed.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-01-2023, 03:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 748
Posted By 1stvette@60

I figured out my relays leaked and ordered new...

I figured out my relays leaked and ordered new ones from a major Corvette part supplier. After I put them in, the lights would pop up on start up then go right back down. Research showed that many...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-19-2023, 03:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 337
Posted By 1stvette@60

Odd Headlght Problem

I have had my '70 for about three months and since it had a few vacuum bug-a-boos, I have studied and learned exactly how how the system works. Ended up replacing both headlight relays as they both...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-01-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,495
Posted By 1stvette@60

I just rebuilt mine with new stainless steel...

I just rebuilt mine with new stainless steel hardware. Read everything I could and watched videos. Got many great tips. After I adjusted the star wheel till the drum was tight, I backed it off 8-9...
Forum: C3 General
06-19-2023, 08:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 688
Posted By 1stvette@60

Harmonic Balancer

Hi, I’m new on C3, first post since I sold my C5 in2010. I have a mostly original ‘70 coupe with L46. The balancer has a little wobble and I would like to replace it. The L46 has an 8” balancer that...
Forum: C5 General
01-13-2008, 08:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,158
Posted By 1stvette@60

I ordered a pair. Look great. Been looking a...

I ordered a pair. Look great. Been looking a Pilottis, but they have so many models, could never decide which one to order. Glad I waited. Like these better than any of them.
Forum: C5 General
01-13-2008, 05:26 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 30,079
Posted By 1stvette@60

I would have to believe that the C5 is faster...

I would have to believe that the C5 is faster than 99.5% of cars on the road. Most are family cars, SUVs and pickups.
The cars that can come close to matching a C5 are seldom seen on the roads I...
Forum: C5 General
01-12-2008, 03:46 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 5,603
Posted By 1stvette@60

My username tells my age. I call my 'vette...

My username tells my age.

I call my 'vette my "late life crisis".
Forum: C5 General
01-12-2008, 03:01 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,807
Posted By 1stvette@60

My '99 was built 5/13/99. It has factory HUD, I...

My '99 was built 5/13/99. It has factory HUD, I have the original window sticker. Also, have the other options mentioned. About the only thing it doesn't have is the multiple disc changer.
According...
Forum: C5 General
01-03-2008, 07:41 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,216
Posted By 1stvette@60

When I took mine in for an inspection, the guy...

When I took mine in for an inspection, the guy said to turn on the wipers and I had to look around for the switch and hoped they worked. They did, and as soon as I got home, I wiped my windshield to...
Forum: C5 General
12-30-2007, 07:40 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 6,625
Posted By 1stvette@60

'99 FRC Garage Queen 32000 miles.

'99 FRC Garage Queen 32000 miles.
Forum: C5 General
12-28-2007, 07:40 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,419
Posted By 1stvette@60

Capital One basically gives signature loans based...

Capital One basically gives signature loans based on your credit rating. You do have to put them on the title as a lienholder, but they dont ask any detailed questions about the car you are buying...
Forum: C5 General
12-28-2007, 06:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,426
Posted By 1stvette@60

I've added nitrogen to my tires and gained 12 -...

I've added nitrogen to my tires and gained 12 - 15 RWHP. ;)
Forum: C5 General
12-27-2007, 09:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 753
Posted By 1stvette@60

Been all those places (friends in Cave Creek),...

Been all those places (friends in Cave Creek), but never in a 'vette! I'll bet the drive up to Jerome was really great. Can't beat a 'vette for a road trip.
:cheers:
Forum: C5 General
12-27-2007, 12:28 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,587
Posted By 1stvette@60

[QUOTE=bgreen83;1563328308]I hope it gets better!...

[QUOTE=bgreen83;1563328308]I hope it gets better! I kind of given up on politicians. I don't know about anyone else. They don't ever seem to do what they say...:rolleyes:

Only the politicians...
Forum: C5 General
12-27-2007, 10:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,135
Posted By 1stvette@60

I don't think you can find it in the pages. Just...

I don't think you can find it in the pages. Just wind it up and watch the HUD. At 5750 rpm the word "shift" appears in the upper right hand corner of the screen. It is not a light. It is actually...
Forum: C5 General
12-25-2007, 12:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 841
Posted By 1stvette@60

Another trick I found when I did mine is to take...

Another trick I found when I did mine is to take the cover out of the bottom of the gill behind the wheel to gain access to the back PITA screws.
There are four screws IIRC, the thin black plastic...
Forum: C5 General
12-25-2007, 12:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,258
Posted By 1stvette@60

:iagree:

:iagree:
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