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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-18-2014, 11:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,533
Posted By DaJesterMan

Chinaski, I was thinking I might need to...

Chinaski,

I was thinking I might need to bench bleed the M/c again. Having air trapped in the M/c seems to fit all of the symptoms. I spent about 45 min tapping air out of it with a rubber...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-17-2014, 11:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,533
Posted By DaJesterMan

So after many hours, I've isolated the soft pedal...

So after many hours, I've isolated the soft pedal to somewhere upstream of the flex hoses. I used 4 line locks to isolate the calipers and when the engine is on, I still have no brake pedal. If I'm...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-14-2013, 08:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,533
Posted By DaJesterMan

So I isolated the m/c by blocking off the ports...

So I isolated the m/c by blocking off the ports with plugs and got a rock solid pedal. I then tried the front and rear systems independently and found the front system had a very spongy pedal. So...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-10-2013, 05:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,533
Posted By DaJesterMan

I get plenty of fluid from all six bleeders and...

I get plenty of fluid from all six bleeders and have bled at least a gallon of DOT 3 through the system with various bleeding methods. I'll give the hose trick a shot.

What else could cause the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-09-2013, 10:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,533
Posted By DaJesterMan

If my brake booster was malfunctioning, I would...

If my brake booster was malfunctioning, I would expect the brake pedal not to move upon engine startup and possibly the engine to run like crap due to the vacuum leak.

DOT-3, and the car has...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-09-2013, 12:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,533
Posted By DaJesterMan

Bueller? Anyone? Bueller?

Bueller? Anyone? Bueller?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-08-2013, 04:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,533
Posted By DaJesterMan

Yep, the bore was spotless, so I order the piston...

Yep, the bore was spotless, so I order the piston kit and installed it according to an online article. I don't think its possible to install backwards.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-08-2013, 03:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,533
Posted By DaJesterMan

Brakes, what am I missing?

Hey guys,

I got a spongy brake pedal a few weeks ago and decided to work through the brake system. Heres what I've done:

Replaced a the front hard lines, replaced all four flexible hoses with...
Forum: C3 General
12-08-2011, 03:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,999
Posted By DaJesterMan

I got 14.5-15 mpg on the highway with a 427,...

I got 14.5-15 mpg on the highway with a 427, TH350... I forget the rearend ratio. Stopping the parking brake from dragging and replacing the rear wheel bearings when they started grinding may have...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-01-2011, 03:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,135
Posted By DaJesterMan

Wow, thanks for the link. When I get back to...

Wow, thanks for the link. When I get back to tuning I will post the downloads and you guys can help me disect them!

Semper,
Jester
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-01-2011, 02:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,135
Posted By DaJesterMan

So you just do trial and error to find the...

So you just do trial and error to find the optimal cruise A/F ratio? I have a wideband O2 sensor and bungs, but I am having problems finding specific numbers I should be shooting for.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-01-2011, 12:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,135
Posted By DaJesterMan

Motorhead, can you elaborate on how you go about...

Motorhead, can you elaborate on how you go about using your wideband O2 sensor to tune the carb for 24 mpg? I'm very interested in your process.

Thanks!
Jester
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2011, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 730
Posted By DaJesterMan

Thanks for the info guys, you never fail... ...

Thanks for the info guys, you never fail...

Semper,
Keegan
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-23-2011, 10:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 730
Posted By DaJesterMan

U joint specs

I am looking for the specs for the u-joints on a '77, both the half shaft and drive shaft. Also, where is a good website to order them from? I think the standard corvette websites probably have a...
Forum: C3 General
08-20-2011, 11:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 347
Posted By DaJesterMan

Need Corvette Moving Advice

Gents,

I am PCSing and need to move both my 2000 Jetta and my '77 vette. I was wondering if anyone had rented a moving truck and pulled their Corvette up inside. If so, which company and truck...
Forum: C3 General
06-22-2011, 05:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 348
Posted By DaJesterMan

Sweet that's what I thought, thanks!

Sweet that's what I thought, thanks!
Forum: C3 General
06-21-2011, 10:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 348
Posted By DaJesterMan

California emissions question for service members

I was wondering how California emissions laws effect military service members with vehicles registered out of state. My '77 is registered in Maryland and does not have the original engine or...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-09-2011, 04:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,589
Posted By DaJesterMan

Here is the other side of the argument: ...

Here is the other side of the argument:

http://www.duntovmotors.com/tech-rear-leaf-springs.php

My question is how much of how great composite springs are is because people compare them to their...
Forum: C3 General
06-01-2011, 01:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 852
Posted By DaJesterMan

Don't worry "old farts", my generation will keep...

Don't worry "old farts", my generation will keep the faith, just keep answering all of my dumb mechanical questions... Haha

-jester
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-24-2011, 06:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,852
Posted By DaJesterMan

Cool, well looks like I'll try setting them for...

Cool, well looks like I'll try setting them for about .023 cold, warm up the engine, and then set them for .020.

Thanks for the help
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-23-2011, 02:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,852
Posted By DaJesterMan

Ok, so what are the ranges for spacing? What gap...

Ok, so what are the ranges for spacing? What gap is considered high, what's most common? What is considered tight?

Thanks!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-23-2011, 11:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,852
Posted By DaJesterMan

I initially thought it had hydraulic lifters, but...

I initially thought it had hydraulic lifters, but I followed the hydraulic lifter adjustment (1/2 to 3/4 turn past zero lash) and I believe all of the valves are cracked open. The starter spins and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-22-2011, 09:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,852
Posted By DaJesterMan

Not unless I start praying...

Not unless I start praying...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-22-2011, 07:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 7,852
Posted By DaJesterMan

Setting Valve Lash

Gentlemen,

I have an aftermarket 427 BBC that came in my Corvette, but no idea what cam is installed. I need to set the valve lash but I have no idea what spacing to use. It has iron heads and...
Forum: C3 General
05-13-2011, 11:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,363
Posted By DaJesterMan

You catch more bees with honey than vinegar...

You catch more bees with honey than vinegar...
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