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Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-30-2023, 07:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 988
Posted By RonsRed88

Delaminating roof fixed under recall after 18 years

I thought you all might find this interesting. After 18 years my roof finally started delaminating. I looked online for replacements and found the glass tops for around $2k. Yikes, I wasn't...
Forum: Audio/Electronics
11-23-2018, 09:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,352
Posted By RonsRed88

Blackvue dr650s front and rear in my '05. I've...

Blackvue dr650s front and rear in my '05. I've had it for 2 years now and love it. I wanted something discrete that I could hide behind the rear view mirror without blocking my view. The back...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
11-05-2018, 10:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,448
Posted By RonsRed88

Tpms

I bought new sensors and had them installed when I replaced my tires at Costco of all places. The sensors were $43.99 each. They installed and programmed them no problem. Already had the sensors in...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
12-25-2016, 11:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,456
Posted By RonsRed88

time to let my C4 go

Well I've had my 88 C4 since 2001 and drove it daily. I finally felt I needed something a bit more reliable and bought a 2005 C6. I bought the C4 with about 94,000 miles and she now has 238,000...
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-12-2014, 09:21 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 12,275
Posted By RonsRed88

Excellent, PM sent

Excellent, PM sent
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-11-2014, 12:56 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 12,275
Posted By RonsRed88

Hello, do you still have the C68 climate...

Hello, do you still have the C68 climate controller(center of dash), programmer(above drivers foot) and blend door motor(above passenger foot)?
Forum: C4 Parts for Sale/Wanted
07-24-2014, 11:00 PM
Replies: 209
Views: 21,855
Posted By RonsRed88

Hello, do you still have the C68 climate...

Hello, do you still have the C68 climate controller(center of dash), programmer(above drivers foot) and blend door motor(above passenger foot)?

Thanks
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
12-31-2013, 08:38 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,945
Posted By RonsRed88

To each his own. I love the corsas on my 88. No...

To each his own. I love the corsas on my 88. No more drone, purrs at idle and roars at wot. Coincidentally someone at work complimented the sound today. With my stock exhaust I used to set off...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-13-2013, 12:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 570
Posted By RonsRed88

When mine did this years ago it turned out to be...

When mine did this years ago it turned out to be the card edge connector on the back of the climate controller. I pulled it out, re-tinned all the connections with solder, and put it back in. No...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-07-2013, 10:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 628
Posted By RonsRed88

Problem Solved

I received my car back from the builder today. Turns out a rocker stud snapped off at the threads (rocker end). The studs were not replaced during the rebuild. So he replaced the stud and rocker...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-24-2013, 11:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 628
Posted By RonsRed88

Thanks. not the diaphragm. Definitely missing. ...

Thanks. not the diaphragm. Definitely missing. Any easy ways to check lifters / springs without removing valve covers or intake? I guess the good news is that it sounds like the problem should be...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-24-2013, 03:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 628
Posted By RonsRed88

Strange noise from plenum

My 88 with recently rebuilt L98 developed a new problem driving home from work last night. (rebuilt last month to factory specs +.030 over) I hear and feel a metallic snapping like sound from the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-02-2013, 10:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,814
Posted By RonsRed88

So the shop figured out the problem. As I...

So the shop figured out the problem. As I suspected, the intake manifold gaskets were on backwards. Now we know what happens and I should get my car back Monday.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-30-2013, 11:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,814
Posted By RonsRed88

That's pretty interesting. What do you suppose...

That's pretty interesting. What do you suppose would happen if you put the restricted gaskets on backwards, with the front passages blocked?
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2013, 08:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,814
Posted By RonsRed88

When I replaced my intake gaskets ten years ago...

When I replaced my intake gaskets ten years ago the rear passages were blocked with tiny holes in them.

I still have a set. Here's what they look like:...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2013, 05:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,814
Posted By RonsRed88

I have an idea of what I think could be the...

I have an idea of what I think could be the problem. What do you think of this. If the intake manifold gaskets were put on the wrong sides, then the water passages in the rear would be open while...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-25-2013, 09:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,814
Posted By RonsRed88

They replaced the thermostat twice They sent...

They replaced the thermostat twice

They sent the radiator out to be tested so I assume they removed the leaves (at least the shop owner and I discussed the need to remove all the crap)

Is it...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-25-2013, 08:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,814
Posted By RonsRed88

Dash Coolant Temp Different than ECM Temp

I'm sure one of the bright minds on this forum knows what my latest problem is. I mentioned in another post ...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-28-2013, 10:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 708
Posted By RonsRed88

The engine and shop manual are 88. The...

The engine and shop manual are 88.

The radiator is about 10 years old so I had them send it out to be tested. It tested good and re-used it (also removed all the leaves and crap between the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-28-2013, 10:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 708
Posted By RonsRed88

Engine rebuilt - running warm - opinions please

I just had my 88 L98 rebuilt to factory specs, 30 over. I've owned the car for 12 years and have done all my own wrenching until I felt it was time for a rebuild (212k). I still consider myself a...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-18-2013, 08:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,207
Posted By RonsRed88

So I found an economical solution. I went to the...

So I found an economical solution. I went to the local auto parts store and picked up a generic M20 x 1.5 oil drain plug with gasket for $4.39. During lunch I went to the local hardware store and...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-18-2013, 12:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,207
Posted By RonsRed88

plug for lt1 oil level sensor hole

Hello, i'm going to replace the oil pan on my 88 L98 with an LT1 oil pan. I can plug the oil level sensor hole with a $40 sensor or can I get a bolt from the hardware store? I saw a link to a...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-14-2013, 12:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 695
Posted By RonsRed88

Looks like that would have been a good option. ...

Looks like that would have been a good option. Too late, I already spent way too much for the LT1 pan.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-14-2013, 11:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 695
Posted By RonsRed88

I'm replacing the pan because the drain plug...

I'm replacing the pan because the drain plug threads are stripped. I've tried using an oversize plug but it went in just slightly askew and leaks. No 88 oil pans are available so I've ordered an...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-13-2013, 08:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 695
Posted By RonsRed88

thanks for the info, now it's time to go...

thanks for the info, now it's time to go shopping! This is shaping up to be an expensive weekend. lots of parts being changed!
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