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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-28-2019, 10:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,034
Posted By A8skyhawk

I’ll just add that I believe the Start vs On...

I’ll just add that I believe the Start vs On “spring” is built into the ignition switch itself (at least in the 1969 model).
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-15-2019, 11:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,453
Posted By A8skyhawk

This may or may not be helpful, but that is the...

This may or may not be helpful, but that is the early 69 pedal design that is known for flexing and generally poor performance. You can get all the parts needed from the vendors to upgrade to the...
Forum: C3 General
05-24-2019, 04:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,996
Posted By A8skyhawk

Well I got the car to a new shop today - seemed...

Well I got the car to a new shop today - seemed like real knowledgeable awesome guys. Needless to say they surmised the previous shop cracked the fenders while raising the body off... and then did a...
Forum: C3 General
05-23-2019, 10:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,996
Posted By A8skyhawk

I was also considering that (loosening and...

I was also considering that (loosening and tightening) - of note, the radiator core support was also newly installed after the paint job (before driving). I’m wondering wether it would be better to...
Forum: C3 General
05-22-2019, 08:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,996
Posted By A8skyhawk

So, the body mounts were all replaced during...

So, the body mounts were all replaced during (prior to) the painting - and I’ve checked them. Interestingly, the nose supports were not installed properly (long story) - but I reattached everything...
Forum: C3 General
05-22-2019, 06:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,996
Posted By A8skyhawk

So I checked the tires - they are not rubbing. ...

So I checked the tires - they are not rubbing. It is interesting to see the varying thicknesses behind the cracks but they don’t look overly thin. It’s really interesting that both sides are doing...
Forum: C3 General
05-21-2019, 09:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,996
Posted By A8skyhawk

3 year old paint job (3000 miles) wheel well fender cracks - recommendations?

Not sure if there is anything I can do. It's interesting its happening on both sides in nearly the same spot? Is there something possibly messed up with how the body is sitting on the frame - or...
Forum: C3 General
04-19-2019, 06:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,527
Posted By A8skyhawk

I’ve had many conversations about the use of...

I’ve had many conversations about the use of compression fittings in certain aircraft hydraulic systems over the years. Without going into details, I’ve personally seen these fitting fail twice on a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-10-2019, 05:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 512
Posted By A8skyhawk

I think you are talking about the Astro...

I think you are talking about the Astro ventilation drainage tubes. I recently replaced mine and it was surprisingly one of the easier more straight forward jobs. The vendors sell kits that come...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-27-2019, 08:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By A8skyhawk

Lars and all, Sorry for the long delay. I...

Lars and all,

Sorry for the long delay. I finally thing I have one of my issues sorted. It was a sticky throttle cable - I ended up putting on a Lokar Cable and that seems to have solved my idle...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-17-2019, 09:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,939
Posted By A8skyhawk

Worth mentioning - after fiddling with restoring...

Worth mentioning - after fiddling with restoring my wiper bezel and never being happy with the results I sent it off to “Corvette Specialties of Maryland, Inc.” for restoration. They did a great job...
Forum: C3 General
01-06-2019, 12:04 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,891
Posted By A8skyhawk

I think we all have experienced your...

I think we all have experienced your frustrations.. that said I’ve ordered from most of the vendors from this site and all of them have been very understanding and helpful when I have an issue with a...
Forum: C3 General
12-26-2018, 09:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,918
Posted By A8skyhawk

I’m a fan as well - I like how all of his build...

I’m a fan as well - I like how all of his build timelines are “realistic” - if not a bit depressing.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-19-2018, 09:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By A8skyhawk

Thanks guys, I owe you more details on the setup....

Thanks guys, I owe you more details on the setup. I will endeavor to check timing tomorrow (kicking myself for not writing it all down somewhere), but I know the vacuum advance is hooked up to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-18-2018, 08:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 798
Posted By A8skyhawk

Help diagnose idle dip.

Interesting symptoms: When the car is still warming up (but off choke), the idle will dip from 750 to 500 on initial deceleration timed with throttle lift. Throttle lift or deceleration by...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-17-2018, 01:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,224
Posted By A8skyhawk

This is essentially what I did (or tried to do)...

This is essentially what I did (or tried to do) when I went with AFR heads while trying to find the correct pushrod length. It’s been a few years, but I seem to remember darkening the top of the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-16-2018, 10:13 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 17,247
Posted By A8skyhawk

In addition to the above - possibly a blown power...

In addition to the above - possibly a blown power valve? Ignition coil going bad would also be something I’d check. Good luck.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-05-2018, 06:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,269
Posted By A8skyhawk

I had a similar issue - fuel levels were set too...

I had a similar issue - fuel levels were set too high in the bowls in my case.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-25-2018, 09:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,275
Posted By A8skyhawk

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The door handle nut jammed my mechanism a...
Forum: C3 General
11-23-2018, 05:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,652
Posted By A8skyhawk

I think I remember DUB was making a book - I look...

I think I remember DUB was making a book - I look forward to picking that one up one day as well. I’ll second that Willcox has a great how-to section as well.
Forum: C3 General
11-22-2018, 10:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,652
Posted By A8skyhawk

I’ve enjoyed The Corvette Restoration Guide...

I’ve enjoyed The Corvette Restoration Guide (1968-1982) by Richard Prince, Corvette Performance Projects (1968-1982) by Tom Benford, Chevrolet Corvette Restoration Guide by Lindsay Porter and a few...
Forum: C3 General
11-11-2018, 08:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,532
Posted By A8skyhawk

I’m lazy in my prep work. As others have...

I’m lazy in my prep work. As others have mentioned above, Eastwood has a Rust Emcapsulator you can buy in a quart can to brush on. It’s very watery but super easy to apply. I’ve had great results...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-01-2018, 06:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 655
Posted By A8skyhawk

Stuck Driver Side Door - New Reason (Pictures Attached)

So my driver side door wouldn't open past the first "catch" for me today. After doing the awkward crawl across to the passenger side I did what any sane individual would do first to tackle this...
Forum: C3 General
10-18-2018, 11:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,606
Posted By A8skyhawk

Salee Chevy used to sell a “Super AFR ZZ4” with...

Salee Chevy used to sell a “Super AFR ZZ4” with AFR 195’s angle milled to 58CC. I did something similar with my ZZ4 and have been very happy.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-12-2018, 08:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 887
Posted By A8skyhawk

My original looked like yours as well. I was...

My original looked like yours as well. I was very pleased with the quality of a replacement one from the vendors... needless to say I don’t put anything in them anymore.
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