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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-07-2018, 08:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 898
Posted By jetmech

Make sure you have your torque converter fully...

Make sure you have your torque converter fully engaged in the transmission before you start tightening the bolts on the trans bell housing. If not you could damage the transmission. :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-10-2017, 08:18 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 619
Posted By jetmech

No problem. :cheers:

No problem. :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-10-2017, 07:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 619
Posted By jetmech

I would suggest that you use the stock C4 oil...

I would suggest that you use the stock C4 oil cooler setup if you have it. I fought high oil temps with my 91 L98 transplant until I installed the stock oil cooler back on the motor and plumbed it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-09-2017, 08:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 619
Posted By jetmech

The 5/8 hose coming off of the throttle body runs...

The 5/8 hose coming off of the throttle body runs to the shutoff valve and then on to the heater core. The 3/4 hose comes off of the top of the water pump, this is the suction side, and goes to the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-31-2017, 01:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,482
Posted By jetmech

Thanks Alan, will do.

Thanks Alan, will do.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-30-2017, 08:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,482
Posted By jetmech

Alan any suggestions on where to buy upper and...

Alan any suggestions on where to buy upper and lower control arm shafts and bushings?
Thanks
Mike
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-23-2017, 07:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,482
Posted By jetmech

Thanks Alan. The pics are great!

Thanks Alan. The pics are great!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-23-2017, 01:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,482
Posted By jetmech

Question for Alan 71

Alan I have a 72 small block convertible that I am getting ready to rebuild the upper and lower control arms on. The control arms upper and lower has different style shafts in them. One side has...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-15-2017, 08:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,373
Posted By jetmech

Yes that is where the sending unit should be.

Yes that is where the sending unit should be.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-17-2017, 06:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,120
Posted By jetmech

The problem I ran into was the aftermarket rubber...

The problem I ran into was the aftermarket rubber mounts have a threaded insert pressed into the metal bar that is vulcanized into the mount. These used to a metal bar that was threaded. Long story...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-16-2017, 10:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,939
Posted By jetmech

Good point. It's been a slice! :cheers:

Good point. It's been a slice!
:cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-16-2017, 09:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,939
Posted By jetmech

Ok I will bite. What about the C7? That filter...

Ok I will bite. What about the C7? That filter is very small even compared to the PF 454. They also run minimum oil pressure compared to our old motors. I believe this thread started by asking...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-16-2017, 08:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,939
Posted By jetmech

I believe I am using an AC Delco PF 454 filter....

I believe I am using an AC Delco PF 454 filter. Not super short. Definitely not long. What kind of temp drop do you get with your air cooler? Just curious.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-16-2017, 07:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,939
Posted By jetmech

In the summer here in OK running down the...

In the summer here in OK running down the turnpike on a 100 degree day the water temp would be 205 and the oil temp would be 245. After install the oil temp was running 210 to 215. I actually changed...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-16-2017, 10:53 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,939
Posted By jetmech

L98 oil cooler

I am running a 91 TPI setup in my 79. I first put the TPI on the original engine and immediately noticed higher oil temps. When I bought the 91 motor it came with the stock oil cooler and plumbing. I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-21-2017, 04:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,282
Posted By jetmech

Nice job!

Nice job!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-21-2017, 04:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,282
Posted By jetmech

Wow it has been a long time but I believe they...

Wow it has been a long time but I believe they are 2".
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-20-2017, 09:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,282
Posted By jetmech

http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m501/jetmech50...

http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m501/jetmech50/IMG_0147_zps18vc736o.jpg (http://s1129.photobucket.com/user/jetmech50/media/IMG_0147_zps18vc736o.jpg.html)...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-16-2017, 10:31 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,282
Posted By jetmech

I was able to keep the warning lights. I cut out...

I was able to keep the warning lights. I cut out the back to allow for the auto meter gauges . I can see about getting you a pic if you would like.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-03-2016, 07:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,514
Posted By jetmech

Here is our 79. It used to be all doe skin. ...

Here is our 79. It used to be all doe skin. :cheers:
http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m501/jetmech50/image_zpsscp3qvwj.jpeg...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-30-2016, 06:21 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,094
Posted By jetmech

Great point 69427! I have a C7 a modified 79 and...

Great point 69427! I have a C7 a modified 79 and a mostly stock 72. We drive them. We do not haul them. All of them are nice cars. Will they be collectors? Not in my life time. So I will drive...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-20-2016, 06:48 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,849
Posted By jetmech

Nice job Richard!

Nice job Richard!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-19-2016, 08:51 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,849
Posted By jetmech

Thanks for the parts list. I may make a complete...

Thanks for the parts list. I may make a complete setup now.:thumbs:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-19-2016, 08:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,849
Posted By jetmech

Nice setup. What did you fab your brackets from?

Nice setup. What did you fab your brackets from?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-19-2016, 11:34 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 20,849
Posted By jetmech

Is that the VB&P spreader bar?

Is that the VB&P spreader bar?
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