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Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
10-14-2014, 01:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,125
Posted By lr172

ttt

ttt
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
10-14-2014, 01:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,215
Posted By lr172

Is Chicago too far? I have a nice '75 with fresh...

Is Chicago too far? I have a nice '75 with fresh paint and a custom 496 big block.

Larry
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
09-07-2014, 06:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,125
Posted By lr172

1975 Corvette (Red) with Performance oriented 496 (Chicago area)

I am selling my 1975 Corvette. This car has 23,000 original miles. I did a pretty significant restoration on this car. It is not perfect, but much of the major work has been done and can be made...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
01-22-2011, 10:59 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 330
Posted By lr172

F/S: '75 Hood

I bought an aftermarket L-88 hood to accompany the Big Block that I put in. This hood is original to the '75 and I am not sure what other years it may fit. It is in Excellent condition and still has...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
07-13-2009, 05:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,062
Posted By lr172

Still available

Still available
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-16-2009, 01:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 355
Posted By lr172

I am interested, if still available. I am in...

I am interested, if still available. I am in Schaumburg.

PM sent.
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-16-2009, 01:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 515
Posted By lr172

bump

bump
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
06-16-2009, 01:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,062
Posted By lr172

Bump

Bump
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
05-25-2009, 01:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,062
Posted By lr172

Still for sale. Price reduced to $150 ...

Still for sale.

Price reduced to $150

Please PM or email if interested.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-21-2009, 12:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 805
Posted By lr172

The tracks and roller were all cleaned with...

The tracks and roller were all cleaned with spirits and lubed with lithium. There is not much friction there. They also go down effortlessly.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-21-2009, 12:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 805
Posted By lr172

I did not. I was not aware this was required,...

I did not. I was not aware this was required, but it now seems that this may be the problem. There is some tension, but I suspect over the decades that the spring loses enought tension to reduce...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-20-2009, 05:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,807
Posted By lr172

Thanks. I'll try the one from Napa.

Thanks. I'll try the one from Napa.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-20-2009, 05:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 543
Posted By lr172

I have a T-10, which was based on the Muncie...

I have a T-10, which was based on the Muncie design. Mine has a seal in the retainer that surrounds the input shaft. I can' imagine that it left the factory without one. Heck, mine was simply put...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-20-2009, 05:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,807
Posted By lr172

I have a 427 and this is the way I believe they...

I have a 427 and this is the way I believe they came from the factory. If you go to the Gates catalog, the P/S belt is sized to go around the W/P and P/S pump.

I don't think you want only an...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-20-2009, 03:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 805
Posted By lr172

Slow Windows

The windows on my '75 are slow coming up and quick going down. They are quite slow in the second half of travel and usually can't push the window up the last inch. I have had them apart and have...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
01-10-2009, 01:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,062
Posted By lr172

The cowl induction is a cold air induction...

The cowl induction is a cold air induction system, as it takes cold air from off the windshield, just as the L-88 did. However, this system is only used under heavy throttle.

This hood has that...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
12-28-2008, 05:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 515
Posted By lr172

still available...

still available...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
12-28-2008, 05:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,062
Posted By lr172

Still available and looking for a home other than...

Still available and looking for a home other than my garage.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-16-2008, 12:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 752
Posted By lr172

Do not use anything that is not two part. I know...

Do not use anything that is not two part. I know this from experience. It will bubble once paint is on it.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-14-2008, 11:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 752
Posted By lr172

you need to fill it with a skim coat of 2 part...

you need to fill it with a skim coat of 2 part polyester filler (i.e. bondo) and sand it back flat. You'll be sorry after you paint if you don't.

Good luck
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-14-2008, 11:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 611
Posted By lr172

I have heard mixed reviews about media blasting. ...

I have heard mixed reviews about media blasting. Do some research here.

I scraped the uppper layers with razor blades to get to the original laquer. This I took off with 80 grit pads on a D/A.
...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
10-14-2008, 10:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 530
Posted By lr172

I am interested, but am worried about shipping...

I am interested, but am worried about shipping cost. Any idea what to expect for shipping to Chicago?
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
10-14-2008, 10:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 179
Posted By lr172

'75 Original Hood

I bought an L-88 hood and no longer need the original. This hood is original to the '75 and I am not sure what other years it may fit. It is in Excellent condition and still has the fresh air door...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
07-10-2008, 02:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,062
Posted By lr172

price reduced $200 obo

price reduced

$200 obo
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-11-2008, 10:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 486
Posted By lr172

sounds like this is an initial firing of the...

sounds like this is an initial firing of the engine. Getting the timing close helps to start quickly. The posts are very wide on HEI. I suggest getting #1 to TDC on compression, as suggested, then...
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