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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-16-2012, 11:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,103
Posted By LOTSARED

Detonation

You mentioned detonation... good point. The current config is giving some detonation grief. Not happy even on 93 octane... can't mash the pedal below 3krpm without some ping. So, I'm forced run 3...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-15-2012, 02:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,103
Posted By LOTSARED

Cam recommendations? -- '68 427/390

Any recommendations appreciated--
1968 L36 427/390, 4-speed, original engine, but rebuilt with the light mods a few years ago. One mod was a lopey cam. Would like to replace that cam with...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-23-2012, 05:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,365
Posted By LOTSARED

more on the roar

No, I do not believe the car is anywhere near overheating, judging by how it's running, when this occurs, the temp gauge readings, and the fact there's not coolant loss out the overflow hose (no...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-23-2012, 02:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,365
Posted By LOTSARED

CLUTCH FAN -- ROAR!! (Quieter options?)

'68 BB, original clutch fan & shroud.
I'm really tired of the incredible R-O-A-R-R-R-R every time the fan engages. Tooling through town, I'd love to just hear the exhaust, but instead it sounds...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-17-2012, 03:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 591
Posted By LOTSARED

Bronze bushing!

I too have the '68 only telescopic column. When my bearing fell apart, there was nobody offering a replacement. So, I replaced it with a simple oil impregnated bronze bushing.
Here's my...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-17-2012, 03:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,354
Posted By LOTSARED

1968 Convertible -- Chassis flex & shake!!

1968 convertible, 429/390:
What can I do to reduce the steering column shake?? This is not a tire/wheel balance thing. This is gross chassis flex I'm talking about.
During normal driving, over...
Forum: C3 General
05-17-2012, 03:43 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,910
Posted By LOTSARED

regrets

I would have decided up front to take the body off the frame instead of wasting days & neck aches trying to "restore" the chassis from the underside. Removing the body is a weekend job and then it's...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2011, 01:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,781
Posted By LOTSARED

OCTANE BOOST NEEDED -- What works?

Recommendations appreciated --
After pouring much $ into the rebuild of my L36 big block, it is now "pinging". Adding 2-3 gallons of 110 octane race gas to a tank cures the ping & makes it happy. ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-19-2011, 05:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,459
Posted By LOTSARED

gkull -- Not sure what spring set was used, I'd...

gkull -- Not sure what spring set was used, I'd have to dig into that. I had a local bbc wiz do the build. And he's bangin' his head trying to find the problem.
One other spec I failed to mention,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-19-2011, 04:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,459
Posted By LOTSARED

First, thanks for all the input so far. The...

First, thanks for all the input so far.

The cam is their 279TH7 grind, it's the flat tappet version with the least radical profile of the Thumpr series.

Spec sheet --...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-19-2011, 02:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,459
Posted By LOTSARED

In stock configuration it used to pull smoothly...

In stock configuration it used to pull smoothly to at least 5,500... not sure I ever attempted 6 grand. Since the engine was recently entirely rebuilt and mildly updated (modern heads, etc) I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-19-2011, 01:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,459
Posted By LOTSARED

Yes, it does "feel" ignition related, but I'm not...

Yes, it does "feel" ignition related, but I'm not certain. I did keep my foot on it when it fell flat one time and yes, it BANG'd and felt like it was misfiring.
The car does not have a rev limiter...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-19-2011, 01:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,459
Posted By LOTSARED

HELP -- 427 falling flat at 5,000 rpm

Any help troubleshooting will be much appreciated--
Engine running well under normal driving, pulls hard & smooth to 5,000 rpm, than by 5,300 it gets rough and the pull dramatically falls off.
So...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-02-2011, 01:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 437
Posted By LOTSARED

BRAKES -- What to check next?

Suddenly almost no brakes on my '68. Whoooaaa! :eek:
Car does not have power brakes. Pedal goes to the floor (or almost), and car gradually slows. Have not seen a puddle of fluid anywhere. ...
Forum: C3 General
06-08-2010, 02:24 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 29,533
Posted By LOTSARED

40.5

Personally, my average C3 age is 40.5 yrs... bought my '68 when I was 28 and I'm 53 now!
Ask me again when I'm 83...
Forum: C3 General
06-08-2010, 02:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,651
Posted By LOTSARED

Crossmember

CROSSMEMBER: Crossmember was bolted in place for the automatic cars, welded in place for the 4-speed cars. You are correct.

Very nice work. The car looks superb. Now, don't focus on perfection...
Forum: C3 General
06-07-2010, 03:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 923
Posted By LOTSARED

Genuine Cobra

I know a local guy quite well who own's a '64 Cobra, 289 car with Weber carbs, etc. Extensive vintage race history. Appraised 2 yrs ago at just North of $1 million. He drives it frequently. He's...
Forum: C3 General
05-28-2010, 02:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,071
Posted By LOTSARED

Weather stripping -- advice?

My '68 convertible still has all the original weatherstrip around the side windows. I've never replaced it because it seems like much of the aftermarket replacements are flimsy and will wear out...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-25-2010, 03:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 482
Posted By LOTSARED

Clutch fan: Too much drama

'68 L36 427... bored/stroked 463ci, Edelbrock aluminum heads, street/strip cam, remainder stock, including clutch fan.

When my original clutch fan kicks in... man, that thing is loud. Sounds like...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-25-2010, 09:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,071
Posted By LOTSARED

Video ... ummm...

Sorry folks, I'm a low tech guy. Would post photos and a vid clip, if I had a clue how to do that. Haven't looked into it.
By the way... the yellow car with the twin in/out, center placement...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-24-2010, 12:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,071
Posted By LOTSARED

Magnaflow with X-Pipe: Huge difference

Just installed a Magnaflow X-Pipe, aft of the crossmember, to "fix" the phafffy sound of the Magnaflow mufflers. Much improved!

Background: '68 L36 427, milds mods include Edlebrock aluminum...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-07-2010, 05:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,310
Posted By LOTSARED

Hey cardo0...

I'm located in Wisconsin. Are your old 323's in good shape? What would you sell for?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-07-2010, 05:10 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,310
Posted By LOTSARED

FWIW, here are the specs of my cam... ...

FWIW, here are the specs of my cam...

RPM-Range: 1800 to 5600
valve timing: .006
LCA: 107
intake CL: 102
duration: intake 279, exh 296
duration at .050": intake 227, exh 241
valve lift:...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-06-2010, 10:16 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,310
Posted By LOTSARED

keep us posted

Great! If you don't mind, please post your reactions to the swap after you've done it. Thanks-
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-06-2010, 10:15 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,310
Posted By LOTSARED

workin on a budget

... sure thing. I plan to visit keisler.com soon after ijustwonthelottery.com . ;)
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