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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-13-2008, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,168
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Shorting out distributor coils

69427, This turned out to be the problem. I appologize for the slow response.
Thank you for your help with this and to all others that submitted ideas for a resolution.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-05-2008, 02:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,168
Posted By KENTUCKY81

The distributor is suppose to be the same as I...

The distributor is suppose to be the same as I had but with vaccum advance instead of computer controlled advance. I will try and find out if it needs the control. I agree if it does, its not what...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-05-2008, 02:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,168
Posted By KENTUCKY81

The tach wire very well may be the issue. The...

The tach wire very well may be the issue.
The car seems have a short under the dash that makes my led radio display act funny. I suppose, as quickly as it kills the coil, I might just unplug the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-04-2008, 05:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,168
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Shorting out distributor coils

I'm really hoping to find someone who has experienced this or some suggestions to try.
After installing a 400 CID in my 81, I also installed an after market distibutor(vacum driven from Advance Auto...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-13-2004, 04:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Trying to crank a rebuilt motor (Oldguard 7)

Its really good to hear I'm not the only one. I will go back and recheck my TDC and plug wires this weekend. I think I will also back of the rockers a notch.
Thanks to everyone for there help and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-12-2004, 01:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Trying to crank a rebuilt motor

Its been a while since I have posted anything on the forum. Needless to say if I'm not talking about it or fixing it, I'm probably not driving it.
I recently installed a 400 small block in my...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-19-2002, 10:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 541
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: BATTERY LIGHT FLASHING AT HIGH RPM (hiyosilver)

I guess thats possible. I have had some progress. When I parked last night the overcharge was not occuring. When I cranked up this morning the overcharging was immediate and seems related to the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-18-2002, 06:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 541
Posted By KENTUCKY81

BATTERY LIGHT FLASHING AT HIGH RPM

This is really weird. My alternator from time to time seems to overcharge.
I replaced a dead starter and alternator last week, and it corrected it.
Now the problem is back. So last night I punch...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-29-2002, 05:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 413
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Turn Key....No Start?? (Vettesic)

There is an ignition relay under the center console. Mine was orange i think. It would make my car act like the ignition switch was not working.
I suppose when I would get in, from time to time I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-29-2002, 04:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 499
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Who's got the best prices on quality tools? (inferno-vette)

I always buy craftsman or snapon when possible depending on what it is. I've never broken a snap on, I have broken a craftsman. Both being lifetime guarantee, I usually go craftsman. Sometimes...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-29-2002, 04:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 540
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Do I have a major problem?? (WATTAC)

The guys who rotate my tires with a floor jack always open the doors on both sides to prevent any kind of binding. My doors have been done that way as well and now the drivers side has about a 16th...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-23-2002, 05:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 585
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: '81 Fuses, diagram, and whistling noise (ksems)

My car whistles when its in 2nd or 1st or reverse. Someone told me a servo might be out on my transmission since it does not do it in drive.
I would sure like to fix it if I could find it.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-21-2002, 06:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 640
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Need to build up my '81 -HELP (tropicaltim)

I'm interested in doing the same thing. I'm told a set of duals, a compu-cam and a set of 63cc heads would do the trick. I'm still kind of reluctant to go to all that trouble and it not do what I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-02-2002, 01:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,014
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: do i really want a c3? (robzr)

You live in Tyler. I'm born and raised in Mt.Pleasant. Just moved a couple of years ago. Sure miss the area. :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-03-2002, 11:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 787
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Removing emmision systems to improve performance? (UKPaul)

Yea, duals and high flow mufflers makes more difference than anything else I've done as well. :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-01-2002, 12:13 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,126
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Ever find anything weird/cool in your vette? (GrandSportC3)

A SnapOn deep well socket that fits the radiator hose clamps.


[Modified by KENTUCKY81, 11:13 AM 4/1/2002]
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-20-2002, 11:00 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,509
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: What's the best Cruisin' Tune? (Silvr77)

OZZY is in the drive.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-14-2002, 02:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,509
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Do I have ground problems, start, won't start, start, won't start. (Woodstoc)

My ignition switch relay was out. Its under the center console around the shifter. I think it was orange. Use to do the exact same thing.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-14-2002, 02:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 576
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Question about welding processes (Lohkay)

I've been welding about 5 yrs now in a non-professional manner. It's my experience that no matter what kind of wellding you do, practice is the best teacher once you understand the basics. I think...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-14-2002, 11:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,037
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Time to register for the cruise-in! (Troy Roberts)

I'm planning to go. Its not very far from Padaucah. I'll just be cruisin in the from the wrong direction. :lol: :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-08-2002, 12:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 397
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Front End Bushings (Budman78)

I replaced all of the above and the stabalizer bar bushings.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-07-2002, 02:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 406
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Check Engine Light On (Dalannex)

Yea, I was thinking ("Hmmm I believe my transmission going out") just last night. I'm very glad to hear that it was related to the speedo.

Thanks all.
:cheers:


[Modified by KENTUCKY81,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-07-2002, 10:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 406
Posted By KENTUCKY81

Re: Check Engine Light On (ROD NOCK)

ROD NOCK you nailed it the first time. I haven't been able to get my speedo reconnected since I worked on my dash lights.
Thanks :cheers:
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