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Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
04-24-2013, 02:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,151
Posted By WashingtonRacer

1980 Twin Turbo For Sale

I have a 1980 turbo corvette that has been a project for many years for me. It has a twin turbo 406 motor. The block is a dart "brand" racing block with pro 1 230cc heads, all forged Eagle Internals,...
Forum: C3 General
04-15-2008, 04:27 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,836
Posted By WashingtonRacer

I've been working on my vett for....gees 6 years...

I've been working on my vett for....gees 6 years now. My project is, very extensive. I have a 80 Twin Turbo 406, with a TKO transmission ,flared fenders. I did all of the fabrication for my turbo...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-09-2007, 05:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 592
Posted By WashingtonRacer

have you drove the car since installing the...

have you drove the car since installing the spring? initally they sit rather high. Mine did the same thing. I pulled it off back off redid it again, dropped it all the way down, Still it sat high. So...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-26-2006, 03:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,732
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Actually I believe Washington revised their code...

Actually I believe Washington revised their code to more reflect the california rules, which essentially states it cannot be over 92 decibels. This was instated about 5 years ago now. Though at the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-24-2006, 10:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,284
Posted By WashingtonRacer

I recall that relay on mine, tore it off, never...

I recall that relay on mine, tore it off, never did find out what it was for. I thought it was a spark noise filter or something odd like that.
i know it's not a power window relay, cause my...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-10-2006, 11:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,246
Posted By WashingtonRacer

The front sump should actualy fit, you may need...

The front sump should actualy fit, you may need to notch the front member a bit on it's flat portion, but other than that it should work. The steering linkage may be a problem, you may need to go...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-10-2006, 10:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,119
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Have you tried disconnecting the inlet line from...

Have you tried disconnecting the inlet line from your turbo, so it will run NA? If you can take it past 4k then it's fuel/timing related. "well it's almost always fuel timing related isn't it."
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-08-2006, 10:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,067
Posted By WashingtonRacer

I have been in the same problem for the past 6...

I have been in the same problem for the past 6 months now trying to find a cure to the rear end woes. I think it's safe for me to say that most people on this forum typically frown upon a solid axle...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-08-2006, 10:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,156
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Now someone correct me if I am wrong, But when...

Now someone correct me if I am wrong, But when making strut rods or suspension linkages in general, shouldn't you be using the left/right
threaded inserts that you weld to the tube? From my...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-06-2006, 11:37 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,742
Posted By WashingtonRacer

I deal in small claims quite often in my line of...

I deal in small claims quite often in my line of business. It can work. Check with your state first to find the stipulations required before entering though. Here in Washington they do not allow any...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-31-2006, 10:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 537
Posted By WashingtonRacer

in my 1980 I had a performer rpm holley 650, and...

in my 1980 I had a performer rpm holley 650, and drop style filter, it all fit. Later I changed to that edelbrock mesh style triangular shaped filter, (all open styly with no drop.) it fit just fine...
Forum: C3 General
01-14-2006, 05:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 821
Posted By WashingtonRacer

I am not trying to down play Toms diff in anyway....

I am not trying to down play Toms diff in anyway. I agree that Tom is a
very polite person, very honest, and in my case just plain tells me the brutal truth. He's there with your interest in mind,...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-14-2006, 04:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,585
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Thanks for the food for thought. As far as...

Thanks for the food for thought.
As far as what I am trying to accomplish is, I have a Twin Turbo 406, in the car now. It's been about 3 years of work to get to the point I am now. However for the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-12-2006, 11:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,585
Posted By WashingtonRacer

How much HP can the C4 diff Handle?

I've got a 80 and am having one heck of a time trying to find a good stable rear end for it. My stock rear won't stand a chance. I hear the C4's d44 are much better. So how much HP has lived through...
Forum: C3 General
01-12-2006, 11:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 821
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Any other rear end companies besides Toms...

Is there any other aftermarket companies besides Toms that deals with corvette rear ends? I like Toms and all but I need to get my rear end in order asap, and thats not possible with them at this...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-29-2005, 11:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,767
Posted By WashingtonRacer

I have the fender flares on mine front and rear,...

I have the fender flares on mine front and rear, 4 1/2 on the rear fit flush with the rear on a 17x11 rim. I have 335x30x17 tires on there.
The front I have 17x9.5 with 4 3/4 which make a flush...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-25-2005, 02:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,081
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Well I spoke with Tom again at Toms diff. He...

Well I spoke with Tom again at Toms diff. He clarified for me on what I really need to be worried about. It pretty much does just come down to the center section. I can leave the batwing alone he...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-20-2005, 10:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,842
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Well I ordered 2 today. One for my girl friends...

Well I ordered 2 today. One for my girl friends car. I should have them by friday and well see from there how they work. Problem is though, It will be a while before I can truly test out how they...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-19-2005, 09:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,842
Posted By WashingtonRacer

forget hydroboost, manual, vacume assist brakes!

go electric assist (http://www.abspowerbrake.com/ElectricHPpage.html)

Check out that link. I say that is one fine peice of work. incorporates everything into the mastercylinder it's self. And it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-11-2005, 02:17 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,081
Posted By WashingtonRacer

:) yeah Monty, I took your car into consideration...

:) yeah Monty, I took your car into consideration when trying to see what I can accomplish this the stock rear end. To be honest. I think you just had alot of luck, That and perhaps the street tires...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-08-2005, 09:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,081
Posted By WashingtonRacer

I am more or less going off of what tom's told...

I am more or less going off of what tom's told me. He said it would pretty much be pointless to use the batwing. However given the limited options available, it's pretty much what you have to deal...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-08-2005, 01:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,081
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Well given that from what I hear, the batwing on...

Well given that from what I hear, the batwing on the 80's is one of the failing points, it would not make much sense in placing an older rear end onto the alum batwing. On that note, the 84 and up...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-07-2005, 12:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,081
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Rear end swap options?? 1980

Question here, I am contemplating the idea of taking out the
rear end on my 80 and replacing it with an older 79 and prior rear end.
This would allow me to throw in Toms rear end giving me the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-22-2005, 03:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 552
Posted By WashingtonRacer

You know, I had that same line in my frame too....

You know, I had that same line in my frame too. (no wreck) at least in my ownership. I ended up welding up a small bead along it and smoothing it all out.

I am sure someone else will throw in...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-22-2005, 03:14 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,293
Posted By WashingtonRacer

Just to share my experience. I started "of...

Just to share my experience. I started "of course" with stock brakes. I was absolutly impressed with them and their ability to stop in the rain with no problems what so ever, expecially over the...
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