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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-27-2002, 01:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,067
Posted By 73-454

Re: Does anybody else wish Rod Saboury would quit chopping up classic Corvettes (69 N.O.X. RATT)

I am all for it, Like to see more of the Rotten Vettes off the road, they are very unsafe, if one wants to convert to a race car or a couch Why Not! :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-27-2002, 01:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,276
Posted By 73-454

Re: Any WorldCom employees on the C3 Board? (dladd74roadster)

I have spent over 20 years in the telecommunications industry working in the U.S and Canada and all I can say is The industry was a perfect set-up for all the scamers to enter the Market. They...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-27-2002, 12:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 918
Posted By 73-454

Spent 3-Months to Un-Bubba the Monster, Logged over 4,000 Hassle free Miles

In reading so many posts on this forum abought chronically sick C3 and the Lack of enjoying and driving the Suckers. I was thinking on writing a booklet on “How to Un-Bubba Your C3 in 10 Easy Steps”...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-27-2002, 10:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,026
Posted By 73-454

Re: Air conditioning question... VIR Eliminator kit? (phoenix)

Why not just put the system back together as per factory specs and recharge it with 18 ozs of Duracool that is what I did and I can make ice in the vette. Works great
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-27-2002, 10:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,568
Posted By 73-454

Re: Carb recommendations for a 454 (71,454,4spd)

1st choice a rebuilt Q-jet. 2nd choice any other aftermarket 750. Don't make the same mistake a lot of Bubbas on this board make by over carburating the engine
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-26-2002, 06:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 468
Posted By 73-454

Re: what angle ignition lead boots ? (WESCH)

1) put you stock manifolds back on, The are a piece of art. I have been saying this since I stumbled on this board. Best thing you can do wrap the wires with header wrap, that will make them last a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-25-2002, 08:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,226
Posted By 73-454

It Seems a lot of you Bubbas on this board can't handle the Truth

Please I don't deserve over 1080 hits. Follow me and I will show you the Light. :lol: :lol: :lol:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-25-2002, 08:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 739
Posted By 73-454

95F in Toronto and Humid enough to take a bath. Monster Ran at 200F with A/C

I could make ice inside the Monster, “Running Duracool in the A/C” and the best news is the Monster ran at 200F with an 180F stat. Accomplished this with all the stock components. Who says BB run...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2002, 08:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 731
Posted By 73-454

Re: Hardened push rods/guideplates or not?? (68shark)

You better find out why you are breaking the push-rods that should never happen. All push rods are made out of Hardened steel. They should also last the life of an engine.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2002, 08:53 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,871
Posted By 73-454

Re: To Foreigners, how respected is your vette in your country? (vvv90)

In Europe word on the C5 is: "To Bulkey" In other words looks very Fat compared to porsches, Also 2nd rate performance, and very expensive more then a Porsche Boxter S. No one gives an F abought an...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2002, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,263
Posted By 73-454

Re: Cracked frame (BB wowbagger)

That is called Vette rot, your entire frame and winshield frame are rotten, take it directly to the bone yard, You have a very unsafe car.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2002, 12:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,371
Posted By 73-454

Re: rebuilding original calipers...is it worth the $25.00 rebuild kit (redvetracr)

If you have the tools and the know-how I would say yes if not you are wasting your time and money, remove the suckers and take them to a rebuilder in your area. If you do the brakes make sure you do...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2002, 10:06 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,276
Posted By 73-454

Re: Corvette Only Car Show in New Braunfels, Texas (Mr. Bob)

Will the Bush twins be there, they sound like real party gals just like thier drunken and drugy father, oh and lets not forget thier mother also a drunk that killed her boyfriend while driving drunk....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2002, 10:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 471
Posted By 73-454

Re: purchase of 63-67 corvette (JEBMILAM)

You should be posting on the C2 forum
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2002, 10:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,191
Posted By 73-454

Re: JUST GOT A 2002 Z06 - Holy Cow!! (CharlieF)

Many happy miles, keep us posted like to know the quality and if GM has solved the piston ring problem. I would love to buy one but I am an auto man, to bad they don't make 5-speed auto like the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-23-2002, 05:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 170,151
Posted By 73-454

Re: Can a low battery cause poor idle and rough running? (Fevre)

You must have been pumping iron with your head. Why would you leave the fans on for 45 minutes. They draw at least 15 amps that is a lot of juice. The reason your idle was rough was due to the fact...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-23-2002, 05:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,500
Posted By 73-454

Re: what is your vacuum advance connected to? (Turbo-Jet)

I justed extended my vac hose to the passenger seat. When I have a passenger in the seat I get them to suck on the hose. cheap thrills
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-23-2002, 05:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,655
Posted By 73-454

Re: Got a Paxton SN60 kit for the 69 vette! (groovyjay)

When you install that blower the next thing that will happen is your old rotten engine will "blow" you can't just slap a blower on an engine must be engineered from the ground-up. You have been warned
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-23-2002, 05:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,569
Posted By 73-454

Re: What Can Cause Very Bad Knocking and Valve Rattle? (RAM73)

Sounds like your old rotten engine has finally packed-it in. Best way to fix is pull the engine and get a pro to rebuild it or buy a new GM crate engine they have many types of engines to fit all...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-23-2002, 05:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,724
Posted By 73-454

Re: I went for the bubble lites! (tworottiedogs)

Like you said cheap mod and they look cheap
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-23-2002, 05:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 543
Posted By 73-454

Re: Lots of smoke (Lasse)

Your head or intake gaskets are leaking anti-freeze or your block is craked, quite common with these old rotten engines. Hope I am wrong.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-23-2002, 02:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 430
Posted By 73-454

Re: need new springs and shocks in rear, 7 or 9 leaf? (Pete79L82)

I agree with the above, I just had a new 7-leaf installed it is a bit stiffer then the 9-leaf, but it also makes the vette handle a bit better around turns. Choice is yours comfort go with a 9-leaf,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-22-2002, 05:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,437
Posted By 73-454

Re: Which 454? (Obdoc)

You can't beat New. I would buy New over rebuilt any day unless I was on a budget and the rebuilt was 1/2 the price.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-22-2002, 05:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,653
Posted By 73-454

Re: How do I adjust my rear ride height with my rear monospring kit? (SmokedTires)

Your right side is lower for 2-reasons. 1) check to see if the bushings on the end bolts are the same height if they are then your spring is shot "one side is weaker then the other" 2) if the...
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