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Forum: C4 General Discussion
12-10-2023, 03:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 409
Posted By rithsleeper

That’s interesting that just changing the o2...

That’s interesting that just changing the o2 sensors made a difference? I guess just a better tune? I’m thinking about figuring out how to pressurize the cabin with the reverse shop vac. Maybe...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
12-10-2023, 09:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 409
Posted By rithsleeper

Targa so yes, windows are up.

Targa so yes, windows are up.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
12-09-2023, 08:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 409
Posted By rithsleeper

I always smell of exhaust after driving….

Logically I feel this means I have an exhaust leak, but I have taken off my pipes and sealed them with tape then put a reverse shop vac to them and found no leaks, then did that with the whole system...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
11-06-2023, 05:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 158
Posted By rithsleeper

I was trying to get a new piece, but looks like...

I was trying to get a new piece, but looks like I'll get a used one and go from there. My thought is, the "used" one will crumble eventually also.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
11-05-2023, 04:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 158
Posted By rithsleeper

1984-1989 fuse panel bezel (not door) where to buy?

Sorry for all the bezel posts lately. I just realized I don’t have the fuse panel bezel anymore since it crumbled years ago rewiring the car. Lots of places sell the fuse panel door, but not the...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-30-2023, 08:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 282
Posted By rithsleeper

I thought of that but just wanted to be finished...

I thought of that but just wanted to be finished with the dash replacement and thought this would be quickest. I live in a small town and the only upholstery place is open once a week to the public...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-30-2023, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 282
Posted By rithsleeper

Anyone have this much problem with zip corvette sending wrong parts?

I am just confused at how they haven’t corrected these mistakes. Am I the first one to buy a shift boot….. ever?

first they listed an ‘89 manual shift boot and I bought it. Turns out to be a...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-29-2023, 05:11 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 239
Posted By rithsleeper

If anyone is interested, dash solution works well

I got the new dash bezel and wanted to remount differently. If I could go back, I’d prob just do flat black and not carbon fiber but feel there would be a ton of empty space. Bottom gauges are o2...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-22-2023, 10:28 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 160
Posted By rithsleeper

Any ideas or help finding/mounting switch panel?

I’m replacing all my bezels and was happy with my switch panels previously but feel there is a more elegant solution.

anyone have any ideas already or have some pics of what they did?

also...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-08-2023, 04:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 387
Posted By rithsleeper

Hurricane when windows are down? Solutions?

Has anyone found a solution for this? When I hit 100+ mph it’s like a hurricane inside my car with the windows down (@150 it’s a category 5) If I don’t have my helmet on and visor down I can’t even...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
09-28-2023, 10:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 356
Posted By rithsleeper

Could you by chance show me a picture? I'm...

Could you by chance show me a picture? I'm willing to try and utilize a 4+3 replacement. I'd love to see what you did exactly if you don't mind.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
09-27-2023, 07:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 356
Posted By rithsleeper

So the one that I found on ebay for $700 by NOS...

So the one that I found on ebay for $700 by NOS does look like there is slightly more room than the 88 4+3.... I can tell by the bottom of the opening. However, just knowing my shifter, I really...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
09-25-2023, 04:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 356
Posted By rithsleeper

1989 Shifter Bezel Replacement? Where to buy?

I was blasted last time I posted this because I should have just "do a simple google search" bonehead and quit being lazy. Well guys, I've called and spoken to Zip, Mid America, Pacifica, all of...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-28-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 709
Posted By rithsleeper

More great clarification. I just finished making...

More great clarification. I just finished making essentially all 3 setups of pcv configuration.

Setup 1: basically stock. 3/8” tube coming out a pcv valve to the bottom port of the TB (feeding...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-26-2023, 01:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 709
Posted By rithsleeper

Wow, that is some high level stuff. Now Im...

Wow, that is some high level stuff. Now Im getting more questions from a theoretical standpoint not a fictional.

As for the original valve covers? My valvetrain is way too high for those. ...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-24-2023, 08:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 709
Posted By rithsleeper

I appreciate the constructive feedback and...

I appreciate the constructive feedback and indulgence. I feel I really understand things now. My map sensor is actually in my ECU with a separate vacuum line running to it so that’s not an issue. ...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-23-2023, 05:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 709
Posted By rithsleeper

Thank you for the clarification. When I took my...

Thank you for the clarification. When I took my old 48mm tb and blew through the two vacuum holes it made a lot of sense.

Let me preface my next statement with, I don’t want to sound like a...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-17-2023, 01:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 709
Posted By rithsleeper

Okay, but why does the stock setup not require a...

Okay, but why does the stock setup not require a breather for “fresh air”? Or is it banking on the fact there would be zero blowby?
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-17-2023, 10:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 709
Posted By rithsleeper

Correct pcv setup for aftermarket engine?

I think I’ve done something wrong. The engine is a 383 stroker with afr heads aggressive cam, miniram ii etc.

Just thinking of my original setup back when I ran a stock engine, the pcv was in...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-23-2023, 07:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 352
Posted By rithsleeper

I have 2x pcv, one on each valve covers that T...

I have 2x pcv, one on each valve covers that T together into an oil catch can and then back to the throttle body.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-22-2023, 09:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 352
Posted By rithsleeper

Odd oil leak out dipstick? Passes leak down and can’t feel blowby

So this is all a relatively new engine that I’ve been struggling with for years to get running right (ms3 unit and I won’t make this about that) but finally was able to start street tuning. But when...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-16-2023, 08:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 453
Posted By rithsleeper

very cool, thank you for the suggestion. Bit...

very cool, thank you for the suggestion. Bit pricey but I think worth it.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-15-2023, 02:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 453
Posted By rithsleeper

If I type in collet 1989 Bessel - replatant I...

If I type in collet 1989 Bessel - replatant I also get tons of results. Doesn’t mean they are good results.

what I’m looking for is an entire kit, not piecing it together from several sources. ...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-15-2023, 08:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 453
Posted By rithsleeper

Where to buy new dash bezel set (sick of looking)

I’m sick of endless scrolling for the last 30 minutes. Someone please tell me a site I can order an entire bezel set for my ‘89 manual. So sick of all the corners being broken and trying to glue...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-08-2023, 10:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,309
Posted By rithsleeper

I use the continental tire IMSA for track days...

I use the continental tire IMSA for track days and purchase for $125 per tire shipped from a forum member. New these things are $450 a piece. These things have usually one heat cycle on them...
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