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Forum: Paint/Body
06-28-2022, 11:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,148
Posted By tak82

First off, don't go to a business and give them...

First off, don't go to a business and give them advice or tell them how to do their job. The results will be bad. If it's a GM dealer, the shop techs should have all the proper training on how to use...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
05-08-2022, 06:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 343
Posted By tak82

From where exactly ? I checked with the larger GM...

From where exactly ? I checked with the larger GM places and the part number has been discontinued for years.
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
05-07-2022, 08:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 343
Posted By tak82

WTB 1982 nose emblem Non collector edition.

Looking for a 1982 Non Collector edition nose emblem. NOS or used, Thanks
Forum: Paint/Body
05-01-2022, 09:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 955
Posted By tak82

If it's Bondo brand it was probably old when you...

If it's Bondo brand it was probably old when you bought it from sitting in their warehouse lol. It's really hard to say. It will definitely go bad faster after it is opened. As for unopened, the...
Forum: Paint/Body
05-01-2022, 09:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 925
Posted By tak82

I've used Krylon and Eastwoods. It's not chrome...

I've used Krylon and Eastwoods. It's not chrome but it is really shiny silver.
Forum: C3 General
04-29-2022, 01:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,448
Posted By tak82

Stay away from Cooper tires. We run them on our...

Stay away from Cooper tires. We run them on our work trucks and they are garbage. They are noisy and the tread chops fairly fast even with proper rotation. Spend a little more and get a quality tire....
Forum: C3 General
04-29-2022, 01:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 778
Posted By tak82

I'm not sure I'm a purist but I want correct.

I'm not sure I'm a purist but I want correct.
Forum: C3 General
04-29-2022, 01:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 778
Posted By tak82

That may be the option I have to go with...

That may be the option I have to go with unfortunately
Forum: C3 General
04-29-2022, 11:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 778
Posted By tak82

1982 front eblem

Does anyone have the part number for the front emblem for the 82, not the Collector Edition, the regular car ? I don't have a factory parts manual to look it up. My car is missing the emblem and I...
Forum: C3 General
04-29-2022, 07:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,550
Posted By tak82

Not true about the fuel sitting in the outboards....

Not true about the fuel sitting in the outboards. They have an idle circuit and fuel flows thru them, just not as much as the inboard, but fresh gas does flow through them.
Forum: C3 General
01-07-2018, 08:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,752
Posted By tak82

That is definitely fixable but like others, if...

That is definitely fixable but like others, if you post that in paint and body DUB will chime in, he has great advice and years of experience. My guess is since you asked if it's fixable you're new...
Forum: Paint/Body
01-07-2018, 08:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,474
Posted By tak82

I think the stripper is what is sold at Lowes and...

I think the stripper is what is sold at Lowes and other home stores. They sell Jasco brand and there is a premium paint and epoxy stripper. It's not meant for automotive paints and as for lacquers my...
Forum: Paint/Body
01-07-2018, 07:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,783
Posted By tak82

It's clearly high on the passenger side. Loosen...

It's clearly high on the passenger side. Loosen the passenger side hinge bolts up, not the bolts that hold the hinge to the hood but the bolts that hold the hinge to the body/engine compartment, and...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
05-07-2017, 07:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,290
Posted By tak82

PM sent

PM sent
Forum: C3 General
04-30-2017, 01:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,382
Posted By tak82

They don't have the parts listed for sale but I...

They don't have the parts listed for sale but I messaged them. Maybe they can steer me in the right direction.
Forum: C3 General
04-30-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,382
Posted By tak82

Glass t-top parts needed

Where can I find the metal stud that is glued to the glass ? This would be the stud that holds the glass to the frame. I've search the web but didn't come up with anything. Thanks
Forum: C3 General
05-09-2016, 07:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,399
Posted By tak82

Thanks for all the replies. Like I said, I've...

Thanks for all the replies. Like I said, I've been to Carlisle for the Mopar event. I don't really need any parts from the swap meet area but enjoy looking. I have an 82 so my biggest interest is in...
Forum: C3 General
05-07-2016, 08:45 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,399
Posted By tak82

Carlisle show

Honest opinion, is the Carlisle show worth going to ? I've been to Carlisle for other events and they do a great job of putting on shows but have never been to the Vette show. I know a lot of shows...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-06-2016, 07:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,049
Posted By tak82

Are you saying it was $130 including the repair...

Are you saying it was $130 including the repair and return shipping or were those extra ? Was was your total price ? I'm looking at having them do my 82 to a 140.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-01-2016, 07:10 AM
Replies: 199
Views: 10,345
Posted By tak82

Are you trying to tune your car using the factory...

Are you trying to tune your car using the factory tach ? they can be very inaccurate. Use an external tach source such as one on a timing light. My car had the high idle condition and would want to...
Forum: C3 General
04-30-2016, 07:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,522
Posted By tak82

Try process of elimination. Break the line loose...

Try process of elimination. Break the line loose at the the master, does fluid come out ? If yes then go to next fitting, proportioning valve, does fluid come out, if so then move to a caliper. You...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-30-2016, 07:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,203
Posted By tak82

Paint and body on a Vette can be expensive for...

Paint and body on a Vette can be expensive for the fact the stripping process and repair/prep is much different than steel. A car can be severely screwed up in during the paint stripping. Ask what...
Forum: C3 General
04-29-2016, 08:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,698
Posted By tak82

This is my opinion and experience with the CF. My...

This is my opinion and experience with the CF. My 82 has 120,000 on it and I'm not afraid to get in it and drive anywhere. Aside from the temp sensor (known issue) giving me problems and making sure...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-29-2016, 06:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 463
Posted By tak82

Sent you a PM

Sent you a PM
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-29-2016, 06:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 597
Posted By tak82

PM sent

PM sent
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