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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-25-2005, 10:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 496
Posted By hudman

FOLLOW UP-Fuel Starvation Issue

I have had several posts running regarding what I thought was a fuel starvation issue during WOT acceleration runs.

I was focused on a collapsing hose because the sock was fine, the GF432 filter...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-22-2005, 02:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 416
Posted By hudman

Follow up to fuel starvation. . .

I changed the rubber hose from the frame hard line to the pump last night with a correct S hose. It did NOT fix the problem.

I ordered a fuel filter today ($50 with shipping for a GF432-what a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-20-2005, 05:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,381
Posted By hudman

Shannon- We missed you last weekend. We had...

Shannon-

We missed you last weekend. We had a good cruise despite my stuttering car.

The Grill got cold when the sun started to drop, but warmer weather is definitely here right now!

Take...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-20-2005, 11:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,381
Posted By hudman

I hope that I do not have a failing pump. Still...

I hope that I do not have a failing pump. Still waiting on the S line to come in the mail and I will change it and let everyone know.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-19-2005, 11:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,381
Posted By hudman

Carb is the Edelbrock Qjet replacement-750 cfm ...

Carb is the Edelbrock Qjet replacement-750 cfm

I cannot comment on the float setting or inlet diamter.

Lars rebuilt the carb last year and set it up on his 455 test bed. I am just assuming...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2005, 10:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,381
Posted By hudman

I took the car out tonight. The car has no...

I took the car out tonight. The car has no problem revving up slowly to 4500 or 5000 RPM in 1st gear. There are no symptoms at all of the previous problems. When I tried Norvall's suggestion and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2005, 04:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,381
Posted By hudman

I am using the "stock" fuel filter, not sure of...

I am using the "stock" fuel filter, not sure of the number, but it is the stock model with the return line.


I am assuming that if I can run the car up to high RPM slowly without a stumble, then...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-18-2005, 10:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,381
Posted By hudman

Fuel pump is a AC Delco replacement-2 years old,...

Fuel pump is a AC Delco replacement-2 years old, maybe 2000 miles.

Fuel filter is correct canister style,-1 year old, maybe 1000 miles.

If the hose does not do it, the next thing I change is...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-17-2005, 10:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,381
Posted By hudman

How can I tell if it is a fuel starvation or ignition problem?

My car is falling on its face big time at WOT at high RPM's (4000+).

When I lay on it, it runs like crazy up until that point and then just dies. Feels like a fuel starvation problem to me, but I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-17-2005, 04:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,966
Posted By hudman

I have ordered an S fuel line (local stores do...

I have ordered an S fuel line (local stores do not have them).

I will change the fuel line to eliminate the possibility, but I do not think it is the fuel line, however. I have repositioned the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-17-2005, 09:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,966
Posted By hudman

It is just a piece of hose. Can you buy the...

It is just a piece of hose.

Can you buy the S hose anywhere or is it something unique to a corvette and thus needs to be ordered from a specialty vendor?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2005, 08:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,966
Posted By hudman

Pinched fuel line??

My car is falling flat on its face at WOT at the top of 1st and 2nd (4500+ RPM). I do not know if you would describe it as a BOG, but is just croaks. It feels like it is running out of gas. As...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-21-2005, 10:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 24,405
Posted By hudman

How about a HUGE vacuum leak? When I redid...

How about a HUGE vacuum leak?

When I redid my motor, it was doing the same thing. I found out that the engine builder had gone back with a "normal" carb gasket and not the multi piece with the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-23-2004, 09:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 411
Posted By hudman

Best way to remove radiator

I have to replace my radiator.

What is the best way to remove the radiator from a '68 BB with no power options or AC?

Do I need to remove the hood?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-20-2004, 11:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By hudman

Radiator leaking-what should I do?

I have what appears to be a small leak in my radiator.

If I pull the radiator, should I take it to a radiator shop and see what they can do to repair it or should I just replace it. If I am...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-11-2004, 10:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,547
Posted By hudman

I too am running the Comp 270H Magnum in my...

I too am running the Comp 270H Magnum in my recently rebuilt 427. My rebuild is similar to MarkyMarks. I kept the stock steel crank, rods, heads, intake, and Edelbrock replacement Q jet. I did...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-19-2004, 08:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 752
Posted By hudman

Do not rule out the water in the gas suggestion. ...

Do not rule out the water in the gas suggestion. I somehow get water in the fuel regularly from rain (I leave the car outside under a Noah cover). I have replaced everything at the top of the tank...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-16-2004, 11:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 265
Posted By hudman

Found the problem. Water in the fuel tank. ...

Found the problem. Water in the fuel tank.

This is a recurring problem.

Siphoned water out of tank and car fired right up.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-16-2004, 09:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 265
Posted By hudman

Car will not fire. . . .

I drove the car on Sunday and it ran fine. This morning, I tried to start it and it would not fire at all. I thought that maybe I flooded it, but usually I can get it to fire, but this morning...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2004, 11:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 541
Posted By hudman

No retractors for me either! I am glad. ...

No retractors for me either!

I am glad. Just something else to break and/or replace.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-26-2004, 01:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 304
Posted By hudman

I have replaced the voltage regulator (external)...

I have replaced the voltage regulator (external) also, and again, the auto parts store says that the alternator is charging fine.

I guess I can change the battery and see what happens.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-25-2004, 10:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 304
Posted By hudman

Perhaps it is my battery. . .?

My battery gauge used to behave itself and hang around slightly above the -0- with little or no fluctuation. Now, it seems to be wanted to run along at the +20 side of the gauge while accelerating...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-17-2004, 03:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 627
Posted By hudman

I was not clear. I am sorry. After driving 20...

I was not clear. I am sorry. After driving 20 minutes, the interior lights etc. all worked, but there was just not enough juice to turn the motor over it few times, but not enough to spin it up to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-17-2004, 03:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 627
Posted By hudman

Follow up to last nights screw up. . .

Last night I posted that I accidentally reversed the cables while jumping the vette. Basically, the car told me something was wrong by emitting a quick burst of smoke from the cowl area with the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-17-2004, 12:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 505
Posted By hudman

My car is a '68 model and has the external...

My car is a '68 model and has the external regulator that is mounted on the inner fender next to the alternator. I am assuming that this does not change the diagnosis?

I have to assume that the...
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