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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-22-2012, 03:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 759
Posted By Spitfire80

Fixed !

Holley carb front bowl.
The inside was peeling...
Ordered a new bowl and took carburator off for a good air pressure clean up.
Reinstalled everything et voila.
Easy to adjust and she ever s m...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-13-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 759
Posted By Spitfire80

Engine gurus ! Cylinder #1 & #4 not that hot

Engine guys I need some tips !

Small block 350 with headers and Vortex heads
600 Holey Carb. Top grade wires and installed new plugs
Approx 10k on engine

Had the vette for 5 years and never...
Forum: C3 General
10-05-2011, 12:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 617
Posted By Spitfire80

input....

By the time you finish fixing this baby, you will be over 10k !

Look for the 1980 vettes and you will find many of them in fair good shape starting around 10....

Good luck !

S80
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
09-20-2011, 07:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,344
Posted By Spitfire80

increase your chances......

:worthlessnopics:


S80 :thumbs:
Forum: C3 General
09-17-2011, 09:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,032
Posted By Spitfire80

Gazman you &^$%^$*^%$!)&)&!!!!!

That was funny ! :rofl:

S80
Forum: C3 General
09-16-2011, 07:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,032
Posted By Spitfire80

Thanks guys....

My seats are vinyl red in color.
The 100% leather was soooo attractive and looked :cool:

Its hard making the decision because all is such in good shape:(

What about grey charcoal colour....
Forum: C3 General
09-16-2011, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,032
Posted By Spitfire80

Overall interior facelift... Different color ?

Need to discuss this with you guys.....

My 80 vette is burgandy whine in color. The paint is in top shape.
The interior is also in top shape. Red in color.
Seats are in vinyl. Dash is brand new...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-08-2011, 07:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 704
Posted By Spitfire80

Hehehehe !

Comments posted with respect ! :D

B'cause of you guys, I'm enjoying every minute I ride my baby :rofl:

LMAO !

S80
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-08-2011, 12:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 704
Posted By Spitfire80

Try this.....

Congrats and welcome !

1. Belt could be bit to lose. I believe you shouldn't have more than 3/4inch play when pressing down on it.(engine off !)
Belt could be glazed. Some spray is available for...
Forum: C3 General
09-04-2011, 06:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 797
Posted By Spitfire80

Wtg !

Did an excellent job chum !
Projects like this takes time and patience. Don't try to do them all at once. It can be costly !
Pace yourself and learn from this forum. Lots of tricks and new ideas !...
Forum: C3 General
08-25-2011, 01:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,136
Posted By Spitfire80

Will it make a difference ?

28 - 31 - 35 lbs

What will be the handling difference at the different pressure settings ?

Will I feel "bumps" because my tires are "harder" inflated ?
Will it be a "smoother" ride because I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2011, 05:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Spitfire80

........c r a p

I've read many of them.... :cry

What is NOS ?
Is that a brand name ? Who sell NOS products ?

S80
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-18-2011, 02:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Spitfire80

Those darn cheap window switches....

They sure don't make them like they used too :(

I take them apart, clean them and bend the metal for the contact blade to be more rigid....
Reinstall and works well for a month or two :D
Then...
Forum: C3 General
08-18-2011, 01:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 993
Posted By Spitfire80

Don't think you will....

need back spacing !
According to many threads, only the SS Cragars required back spacing. The TT2's is bolt on and shine and go !

S80
Forum: C3 General
08-17-2011, 07:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 380
Posted By Spitfire80

Fiero seats look good but.....

not interested in getting them.
Would like to stick with the C3 seat model I have now.

MrMike does nice work !

S80
Forum: C3 General
08-17-2011, 05:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 380
Posted By Spitfire80

Embroided logo on leather seats. Who makes 'em ?

I've seen some pictures....

I'm going to get 100% Genuine leather seats for my 1980 Corvette.
I've seen some pictures where the emblem logo embroided on the headrest section :thumbs:

Anyone...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-15-2011, 03:57 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 483
Posted By Spitfire80

Did have the same issues....

Hey guys
I have an 1980 and had the same problems.
Highbeam worked but no "click"... Had to hold on to the stick to stay in that mode.

I'm far from being a mecanic but I remembered fixing it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-10-2011, 09:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,080
Posted By Spitfire80

Replaced and fixed !

Canister was pretty much banged up and covered/smeered with JB Weld.... it was cracked up :ack:

The actuators dust boots looked in poor shape and I imagined the status of the "Witch" hats/seals...
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
08-04-2011, 10:15 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 12,155
Posted By Spitfire80

Transport cost etc....

Damn !
Really like this baby !

Where is the vette located.
Need to figure out the cost for bringing it home. I'm located in the GREAT WHITE NORTH !:canadaflag:


Are those recent pictures...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-29-2011, 11:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 564
Posted By Spitfire80

Trans coolant lines. Tips ?

1980 vette

With some assistant I have recently added a shift/trans kit and lovin' every minute of it. :rofl:
Not sure if this is a coincidence but my trans coolant line near the rad have started...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-26-2011, 10:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,080
Posted By Spitfire80

Thanks for input guys....

All tips appreciated....
Will give ya an update once fixed.

S80
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-25-2011, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,080
Posted By Spitfire80

Vacuum canister ? I give up !

I've read soooo many threads, don't know what to believe anymore !

1980 Vette.
Headlight doors were slow but now they stay shut when turning on the lights.

The 2 relays and relay valve and...
Forum: Canadian Events
06-14-2011, 01:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,254
Posted By Spitfire80

Come to Rockland....

Come to Rockland and I'll show you a black 1980 with headers that is running good for $6,000.00.
Headers/side trush mufflers and the vette has been kept in good shape for many years.
The owner has...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-11-2011, 01:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 668
Posted By Spitfire80

breaking ? Maybe....

Ya I've read about shift kits being hard on trannys and some guys saying the opposite....

Not the "Burn out" & "Rabbit start" type of guy.

Hard acceleration until speed limit achieved and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-10-2011, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 668
Posted By Spitfire80

Sure is !

:yesnod: :lol: :cool: :rock:

S80
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