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Forum: C3 General
04-12-2024, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 310
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks 4-Vettes. That's exactly the one I was...

Thanks 4-Vettes. That's exactly the one I was looking at (and compatible screen)
Forum: C3 General
04-11-2024, 07:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 310
Posted By brookiez28

Which oil pump for stock 1969 350/350?

A little confused about what oil pump is stock replacement for my '69 350/350. The engine is stock specs. I see that the Melling M-55 appears to be correct for my engine, but then the footnote says...
Forum: C3 General
03-23-2024, 03:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 288
Posted By brookiez28

Hello and thanks. Yes, I used a known good gauge...

Hello and thanks. Yes, I used a known good gauge and pressure reads near identical , 12-15psi higher than what I have experience for about 3 years now. Idle has always been 35psi, now 45-50psi at...
Forum: C3 General
03-22-2024, 10:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 288
Posted By brookiez28

Got it. Thanks again, HeadsU P.

Got it. Thanks again, HeadsU P.
Forum: C3 General
03-22-2024, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 288
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks HeadsU.P. Filter is about a year old so...

Thanks HeadsU.P. Filter is about a year old so seems less likely to be the culprit. Oil pump relief valve... is that built into the oil pump? My oil pump may be many years old!
Forum: C3 General
03-22-2024, 07:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 288
Posted By brookiez28

Likely cause of increased oil pressure?

Hello all- '69 350/350- oil pressure all of a sudden increased about 12-15 psi. For the past 3 years the oil pressure has been about 35psi at idle, and 55-60 at highway speed (2500-3000 rpm). All of...
Forum: C3 General
03-20-2024, 03:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 378
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks much for the specs on the ratchet, Andy....

Thanks much for the specs on the ratchet, Andy. Still quite intimidating to remove the gauge bezel over fear of breaking something. Also, I have an after market radio installed. Will this need to be...
Forum: C3 General
03-15-2024, 03:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 378
Posted By brookiez28

I have read some of the horror stories! I'll have...

I have read some of the horror stories! I'll have to summon the nerve up to try to dismantle the gauge bezel as the lower studs seem to have caused Tourette Syndrome in many C3 owners.
Forum: C3 General
03-14-2024, 07:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 378
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks Lou 👍

Thanks Lou 👍
Forum: C3 General
03-14-2024, 01:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 378
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks Burning Brakes. I just realized the gauge...

Thanks Burning Brakes. I just realized the gauge is also threaded on the INSIDE. Problem solved. Going to pick up some glasses, too..;)
Forum: C3 General
03-14-2024, 12:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 378
Posted By brookiez28

How to connect 90° elbow to oil pressure gauge?

I have a new oil pressure gauge for my '69 350. It has a male threaded end that the oil pressure line connects to. I know many people use a 90° elbow to connect the line to the gauge... but how? Both...
Forum: C3 General
03-09-2024, 05:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 190
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks Ratflinger. So I'm clear, do you mean...

Thanks Ratflinger. So I'm clear, do you mean just remove the oil line compression connector that screws onto to top of fitting in the block and attach the tester to the fitting? If so, I was...
Forum: C3 General
03-09-2024, 05:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 190
Posted By brookiez28

Other locations to measure oil pressure on '69 350?

Realized today that the fittings on my new oil pressure tester kit are too large to screw into the oil pressure sensor port at the back of my block (350 engine w/ mechanical oil pressure gauge). The...
Forum: C3 General
03-05-2024, 01:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 183
Posted By brookiez28

Best way to fix small crack in shifter console?

Just found a small crack in my '69 4-speed shifter console (see photo. Would greatly appreciate any suggestions for how to best repair this!
Thanks much in advance!...
Forum: C3 General
02-28-2024, 01:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 146
Posted By brookiez28

Windshield for 1969 convertible - Denver area

Hi all - want to get my pitted windshield replaced on my '69 vert. I live in the Denver area and am looking for recommendations on who does good work on C3s. My understanding it that these can be a...
Forum: C3 General
02-25-2024, 05:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 251
Posted By brookiez28

Yep, speed nuts like on gas lid. Thanks much!

Yep, speed nuts like on gas lid. Thanks much!
Forum: C3 General
02-25-2024, 12:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 251
Posted By brookiez28

'69 nose crossed flags emblem removal - how?

Does anyone know how to remove the nose emblem on a 1969 Vette? Gas lid emblem just bolts on. Same for nose or is this glued on (which I doubt) ? Do I need to remove the grills (or at least one...
Forum: C3 General
02-22-2024, 09:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 574
Posted By brookiez28

That's an interesting option. I definitely would...

That's an interesting option. I definitely would have researched that option had I known more about it!
Forum: C3 General
02-22-2024, 09:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 574
Posted By brookiez28

The results look great, KS69Coupe! Yes, that's a...

The results look great, KS69Coupe! Yes, that's a good deal of work but will probably last a lifetime. Hopefully mine will only need minor touch up when the time comes!
Forum: C3 General
02-22-2024, 08:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 574
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks. Took me about 20-30 minutes to apply the...

Thanks. Took me about 20-30 minutes to apply the paper and masking. Entire project was less than 90 minutes. I've read that the appearance can last for years and just minor touch up required over...
Forum: C3 General
02-21-2024, 07:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 574
Posted By brookiez28

Nice touch with the oil cap!

Nice touch with the oil cap!
Forum: C3 General
02-21-2024, 06:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 574
Posted By brookiez28

Refresh your exhaust manifolds while on the car

Recently read about using graphite dry lubricant to improve the appearance of original exhaust manifolds. Seemed a bit daunting and time consuming to me to pull the manifolds and do the 'perfect' job...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-20-2024, 04:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,833
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks for posting this. GREAT help!

Thanks for posting this. GREAT help!
Forum: C3 General
02-18-2024, 11:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 214
Posted By brookiez28

Great info, 4 vettes! I'll need to plan around...

Great info, 4 vettes! I'll need to plan around having a good exhaust shop do the work from the downside of the manifolds.
Forum: C3 General
02-18-2024, 11:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 214
Posted By brookiez28

Thanks 'pedal car champ" I laughed at that!) ...

Thanks 'pedal car champ" I laughed at that!)
Appreciate your feedback!
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