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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-13-2013, 02:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 61,824
Posted By Trip 69

My power steering works most of the time....

My power steering works most of the time. Sometimes tho, at slower speeds I have to really rev the engine to get it to be power steering again. It just goes non power...should I check the valve, part...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-25-2013, 04:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By Trip 69

Thanks for the info!! I use a jug of break in oil...

Thanks for the info!! I use a jug of break in oil out of paranoia because I have the solid lifters. After reading 540 Rat above I won't bother with that anymore! Heck, it's around $12 a jug too.Good,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-25-2013, 01:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By Trip 69

Use VR1 Racing Oil after sitting all winter?

I have a complete oil change in the garage. VR1 20-50 and Comp Cams breakin oil. I'm in New England so the oil went through a lot of freezing temps this winter. Oh yea, solid lifters and cam. Okay to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-28-2013, 09:18 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,321
Posted By Trip 69

Lars, Thanks much for the look. It's great to...

Lars,
Thanks much for the look. It's great to see a fellow Viking with such talent and comfort in ones' self. I'd love to visit with some hooch...so much bourbon, so little time!! We ARE lucky...
Forum: C3 General
01-25-2013, 09:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,339
Posted By Trip 69

Hmmm, I have a nice 69 I'm thinking of selling....

Hmmm, I have a nice 69 I'm thinking of selling. 435 horse tripower and 13 more factory options. Copy of tank sticker. Have received invaluable assistance from this forum tinkering with it. Looking...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-23-2012, 09:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 19,570
Posted By Trip 69

Hi Guys, two years ago I replaced all parts of...

Hi Guys, two years ago I replaced all parts of the power steering. Worked great until this summer...at some points when the engine rpm's (like pulling into and out of the driveway)are low the power...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-31-2012, 03:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,005
Posted By Trip 69

Ammeter reading all the way to discharge

I accidently left my key on for 2 or 3 weeks. Killed my Ultima red top. Rats. Bought a new Ultima and put it in. Car starts and runs fine. The ammeter has been pegged to the left...discharging..and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-15-2012, 02:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,117
Posted By Trip 69

Thank you '75 and Mike. I've ordered a new fan...

Thank you '75 and Mike. I've ordered a new fan clutch from Paragon, which is backordered 'til the end of August, because the previous ones never gave me any problems. A friend said he thought some...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-10-2012, 09:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,117
Posted By Trip 69

Hi Mike, glad to hear from you. I just put a new...

Hi Mike, glad to hear from you. I just put a new fan clutch on. This was the first run since that. I bought one from NAPA at the suggestion from two guys in my car club. The difference from my...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-08-2012, 05:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 658
Posted By Trip 69

'69 427/435 Water Pump- long or short style?

Since my Flowkooler decided to seperate itself from my engine...I need to get a new one.
Long or short style?
Also, any recommendations for a high RPM unit? Polished even?
Thanks much
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-08-2012, 05:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,117
Posted By Trip 69

Thanks Motorhead!! I'll start a new thread 'cause...

Thanks Motorhead!! I'll start a new thread 'cause I don't know.
My FlowKooler fit fine but... it didn't last long.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-08-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,117
Posted By Trip 69

Thanks guys. I'll check the balancer. I was...

Thanks guys. I'll check the balancer. I was lookin' through Summit's catalog and noticed they had water pumps, our long style, for high RPM engines. What did you put back on your engines?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-08-2012, 01:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,117
Posted By Trip 69

Anyone seen a water pump blow off?

My '69 L71 Tripower, rebuilt to as close to factory spec. (.030 over )has been running sweet. Put a DeWitt direct fit in and she's been rock steady at 185 degrees. The tripower sorted out for the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-13-2012, 10:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,988
Posted By Trip 69

I'll be installing my DeWitts direct fit into my...

I'll be installing my DeWitts direct fit into my 69 big block in a couple of weeks. I thank you all for the answers that I'm sure I would be lookin' for. I measured the spread on the bracket...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-08-2012, 05:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,231
Posted By Trip 69

What could cause acceleration shudder?

Just got my engine running great again (stuck floats from jacking the front end up too high ) and took her out for a drive after changing the oil. Wanted to be sure I wouldn't have a problem with...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-06-2012, 11:14 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,563
Posted By Trip 69

427 Hotrod...thanks a buch. I took your shortcut...

427 Hotrod...thanks a buch. I took your shortcut and pinched the fuel line going into the pump. Started it up and feathered like crazy. Removed the pinch and started her up.
Smooth as silk, Rog...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-04-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,563
Posted By Trip 69

69Chevy...that manifold is different than mine....

69Chevy...that manifold is different than mine. What was it on?Thanx
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-04-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,563
Posted By Trip 69

I thank you all very much. The tank was replaced...

I thank you all very much. The tank was replaced six years ago and still looks new inside. I have a filter near the tank and this year just the sintered filters inside the supply connection. ( had...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-04-2012, 01:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,143
Posted By Trip 69

Yep, NGK in my Vette and my hot rod bike. I like...

Yep, NGK in my Vette and my hot rod bike. I like Champion too, never had problems.
Used NGK for 41 years now.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-03-2012, 10:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,563
Posted By Trip 69

Anyone had a Holley nightmare like this?

1969 427/435 Tripower. Rebuilt engine running great. Had the car jacked way up in the front to lube and paint the calipers. After everything dried I put it all back together, jacked it down and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-12-2012, 05:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,700
Posted By Trip 69

I too chased an elusive squeal and took the...

I too chased an elusive squeal and took the straight edge to my pulleys. My Be Cool water pump needed around a 1/16" to 1/8" shim to be in line with my alternator. I measured some flat washers I had,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-12-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,518
Posted By Trip 69

I just had my L71 rebuilt....030 over, Comp Cams...

I just had my L71 rebuilt....030 over, Comp Cams solid lifter duplicate of the factory grind, Comp Cams spring set, speed pro pistons for an 11.1 to 1 comp ratio, the original tripower and had it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-01-2012, 06:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,728
Posted By Trip 69

Tom, Fugetahboutit...I missed the sale date!...

Tom,
Fugetahboutit...I missed the sale date! Roger Matheson the '69 BB with no connection and a half inch bust...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-01-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,728
Posted By Trip 69

Tom, I ordered my '69 BB Direct fit last Monday....

Tom, I ordered my '69 BB Direct fit last Monday. Was lookin' at your site Tuesday night and saw you'd install the connection for the fan Tstat with the fan order. I have to wait until next year for...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-01-2012, 06:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,108
Posted By Trip 69

I love my Centerforce 11" dual friction clutch...

I love my Centerforce 11" dual friction clutch with a GM Performance Parts flywheel, polished by Boucher Racing in Rowley, MA.
Close to 460 HP and not a problem.
Highly recommend a heim joint...
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