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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-25-2012, 11:04 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,489
Posted By shawn_cake

Amen to that.

Amen to that.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-15-2007, 02:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,134
Posted By shawn_cake

I use the Moroso rad cap / water neck on my...

I use the Moroso rad cap / water neck on my vettes. This places the rad cap right over the thermostat -- making it the highest point in the cooling system.. Coulped with a Stant Levr-Vent cap,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-26-2007, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,660
Posted By shawn_cake

:cheers: I fix my personal stress cracks with...

:cheers: I fix my personal stress cracks with Jack Daniel's :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-26-2007, 09:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 826
Posted By shawn_cake

Do you have "real serial ports" on your laptop or...

Do you have "real serial ports" on your laptop or just USB ports?
I have found usb to serial port converters to be FLAKY.
I would get a PCMCIA serial port card.

(1) You need to FIRST get the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-21-2006, 11:56 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,129
Posted By shawn_cake

Nokian Hakkepiliita ice radials with studs - all...

Nokian Hakkepiliita ice radials with studs - all 4 wheels. Will be a corvette ice racer.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2006, 08:53 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,729
Posted By shawn_cake

I gave up on the "burn a chip" EFI systems about...

I gave up on the "burn a chip" EFI systems about 6 years ago. I got some of the first Holley Commander 950 MPFI systems for my 1980 Vettes. One has a 406 SBC and the other has a 540 BBC. I have been...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-08-2006, 01:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,046
Posted By shawn_cake

I also noticed that both my big (~540 CID) and...

I also noticed that both my big (~540 CID) and small (~406 CID) block 1980 Vette ran hot. I upgraded to dual Spal fans, Griffin Black Ice rads and Edelbrock water pumps. I also made sure the air dam...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-01-2006, 11:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,542
Posted By shawn_cake

There is no such thing as a "universal box" that...

There is no such thing as a "universal box" that works well with all speaker drivers - SO - You need to look at the Theile - Small parameters for the woofer drivers you intend to use in your proposed...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-28-2006, 02:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 495
Posted By shawn_cake

2-1/8 primaries They fit OK.

2-1/8 primaries

They fit OK.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-28-2006, 12:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 495
Posted By shawn_cake

I used Hooker Super Comps in my 1980 with a...

I used Hooker Super Comps in my 1980 with a zz502...
No real hassles - didnt have to modify any tubes.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-11-2006, 03:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 959
Posted By shawn_cake

Try the Moroso thermostat adapter - it has a...

Try the Moroso thermostat adapter - it has a fitting on top to hold a rad cap - and also has a weep tube to go to your expansion tank. I use this on all my Vettes - with a Stant Lever-Vent cap. When...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-09-2006, 12:07 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,603
Posted By shawn_cake

Are you still running cork gaskets? I had some...

Are you still running cork gaskets? I had some oil consumption issues on my 406 with Mobil 1 until I changed to silicone rubber gaskets.

:leaving:
Forum: Engine Mods
01-26-2006, 11:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 748
Posted By shawn_cake

I should have the huge cowl induction hood...

I should have the huge cowl induction hood finished this weekend.
:ack: Did I already say I HATE working with fiberglass? :ack:
I am going to paint the cowl scarlet red on a hood that is...
Forum: Engine Mods
01-21-2006, 11:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 604
Posted By shawn_cake

If you want to rev a 400 like a 350 you should...

If you want to rev a 400 like a 350 you should really look a a new rotating assembly. Scat and Eagle make low cost forged cranks and h-beam rods for the SBC 400. They would be quite workable in a...
Forum: Engine Mods
01-21-2006, 11:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 748
Posted By shawn_cake

My digital camera is pooched... :eek: Welll, at...

My digital camera is pooched... :eek: Welll, at least the car works. Now all I need is a good Chinook thaw to get rid of the ice and snow :(
Forum: Engine Mods
01-20-2006, 01:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 748
Posted By shawn_cake

The 632 is in

I finally got the HardCore 632 installed in the 1980 Vette. The custom headers by Kooks made the install go much more smoothly. Now I have to make a new cowl induction hood because the Merlin tall...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-15-2006, 09:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,447
Posted By shawn_cake

I do the same in Montana - the more people I meet...

I do the same in Montana - the more people I meet the more I appreciate my horse. BTW - the 632 install is going well. Its a low comp motor - only 8.1 to 1 c/r. I bet you know what is next on the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-15-2006, 06:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,447
Posted By shawn_cake

Looks great! Norval - you have way too much fun...

Looks great!
Norval - you have way too much fun with your Vette. That level of fun should be made illegal. :crazy:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-06-2005, 05:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,379
Posted By shawn_cake

I went through the same nightmare UNTIL I found ...

I went through the same nightmare UNTIL I found crystalline tungsten carbide blades by Remington that fit my sawz-all. It makes short work of both mil-spec and grade 8 bolts with no sweat.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-18-2005, 11:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,131
Posted By shawn_cake

Two tricks I use to keep the rodents out: 1)...

Two tricks I use to keep the rodents out:

1) get an ultrasonic rodent repeller (about $100) in your garage.

2) Get an old margarine tub and punch ten holes in the lid. Fill the tub with moth...
Forum: Engine Mods
10-14-2005, 07:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,465
Posted By shawn_cake

I am getting 2.25" primary stainless headers from...

I am getting 2.25" primary stainless headers from Kooks.
The primaries are 38" long. Methinks this project is going to be a BIG JOB... :willy: :willy:
Forum: Engine Mods
10-10-2005, 11:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,465
Posted By shawn_cake

Yup its a pump gas version, about 10.25:1 c/r....

Yup its a pump gas version, about 10.25:1 c/r. The cam is a mech roller (Crane) in the high .600" lift, with 112 deg. LSA., using with ISKY mech roller lifters and crower stainless roller rockers....
Forum: Engine Mods
10-05-2005, 08:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,465
Posted By shawn_cake

Thanks for the replies folks. My harcore 632...

Thanks for the replies folks.
My harcore 632 arrived last week.
The 406 bowtie block is getting yanked next month.
I am using the rectangular port Edelbrck Super Victor that is modded for EFI,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-31-2005, 01:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,052
Posted By shawn_cake

I use a Richmond 6 speed in both my small and big...

I use a Richmond 6 speed in both my small and big block cars.
Great tranny if you like manuals..
Forum: Engine Mods
07-17-2005, 03:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,465
Posted By shawn_cake

632 hardcore questions

has anyone had any experience with Bill Mitchell's Hardcore 632 cubic inch big blocks? he makes the merlin line of blocks and heads etc. Am thinking about one for an orphan 1980 Vette (already has a...
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