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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2006, 04:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,984
Posted By Calm Screamer2

I've used the WinALDL interface...I like...

I've used the WinALDL interface...I like it...works great for diagnosing problems during road trips. Gives insight to sensor information and how the computer is responding. All ya need is a laptop...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-19-2006, 04:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,041
Posted By Calm Screamer2

:iagree: I usually use my favorite tool...the...

:iagree: I usually use my favorite tool...the mighty 12" cutoff blade mounted to my Milwaukee 9" variable speed polisher (big angle grinder). Man, I love using that thing. :D
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-07-2006, 03:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,474
Posted By Calm Screamer2

A collapsed radiator hose can be caused by a...

A collapsed radiator hose can be caused by a defective radiator cap, or the tube going to the coolant reservoir may be clogged. As the engine gets hot, it creates a vacuum which draws coolant from...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-13-2006, 04:00 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,677
Posted By Calm Screamer2

You got the right idea...time is money, spend it...

You got the right idea...time is money, spend it wisely. Cut the old stuff off in an hour...install new stuff. Less stress on the car and your sanity. Besides, most of the time we end of...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-23-2006, 11:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,165
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Sounds right to me. I had the same problem after...

Sounds right to me. I had the same problem after a total engine/transmission rebuild on my '82. No trouble codes were displayed. Turned out the short rubber hose connecting the fuel pump to the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-22-2006, 07:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,217
Posted By Calm Screamer2

I have to disagree with this statement...You're...

I have to disagree with this statement...You're obviously well versed in electronics, but the concept of installing a very large ground wire is not due to current handling. The idea is to create a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-21-2006, 02:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,217
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Never considered filtering at the alternator. ...

Never considered filtering at the alternator. Good Idea. You would need a beefy filter for the nominal current draw and it would have to be able to withstand the engine compartment environment...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-21-2006, 09:10 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,217
Posted By Calm Screamer2

LOL...yeah, you're right GENE...I guess I assumed...

LOL...yeah, you're right GENE...I guess I assumed too much. The amps you're talking about shouldn’t be selling for more than $20 a piece. If ya want quality sound, don't be cheap.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-21-2006, 07:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,217
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Yes, both power leads may need to be filtered. ...

Yes, both power leads may need to be filtered. Make sure the filter ground is connected to the audio unit ground...hopefully, there is only one. If you ground it to a different point, like the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-21-2006, 07:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,217
Posted By Calm Screamer2

From experience, the speaker wires are not very...

From experience, the speaker wires are not very susceptible to introducing noise…there isn’t any more amplification at the speaker output. However, all audio units are not created equal. There are...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-20-2006, 06:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,217
Posted By Calm Screamer2

First, let me qualify myself...sometime we can be...

First, let me qualify myself...sometime we can be misguided on these issues. I'm currently an electrical engineer...I design government receivers/transmitters/antennas. I've installed many car...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2005, 03:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 844
Posted By Calm Screamer2

:confused:

:confused:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-11-2005, 12:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 688
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Just a thought...check the power steering fluid.

Just a thought...check the power steering fluid.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-28-2005, 01:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,001
Posted By Calm Screamer2

aaahh...noooooo...I'll give ya 5 bucks for it :D ...

aaahh...noooooo...I'll give ya 5 bucks for it :D :leaving:
Forum: C3 General
09-26-2005, 05:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,864
Posted By Calm Screamer2

"Ahaa...You didn't turn on my electric fuel pump...

"Ahaa...You didn't turn on my electric fuel pump that I added to my early C3. You didn't know to open up the little storage compartment door and switch on the fuel pump. As soon as the carb burns out...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-15-2005, 01:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,029
Posted By Calm Screamer2

I have the exact problem with the '82...I just...

I have the exact problem with the '82...I just assumed it was because I was too lazy to adjust the TV cable after the rebuild...I very rarely "punch it" at high speed, so I don't see any adverse...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-15-2005, 12:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 656
Posted By Calm Screamer2

I’ve replaced or worked on three different...

I’ve replaced or worked on three different sending units…bad luck on all three, including the ’82 Vette.

The Vette gauge never shows less than ¼ tank after I replaced the small rubber fuel hose...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-13-2005, 09:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 384
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Yeah...A vacuum leak is the most likely culprit. ...

Yeah...A vacuum leak is the most likely culprit. For a 20 year old car, replace all the vacuum hoses and check associated valves...why not, it's cheap and it eliminates any suspicions. :thumbs:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-09-2005, 11:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Could it be the contacts are a little dirty...and...

Could it be the contacts are a little dirty...and by unplugging and reconnecting a couple of times, it mated better?? Try wiggling the connector while a friend watches the gauge. I had a similar...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-06-2005, 05:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 462
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Sounds like the courtesy light delay timer is not...

Sounds like the courtesy light delay timer is not working...or, the previouis owner removed it. I'm not sure where it's located in an '80, but, it's behind the glove box in my '82. In either case,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-06-2005, 03:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 294
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Might want to check if the alternator is good.

Might want to check if the alternator is good.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-31-2005, 10:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 601
Posted By Calm Screamer2

I don't think you can retard the timing in an...

I don't think you can retard the timing in an '82...computer controlled.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-30-2005, 01:01 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,816
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Hmmmmm...looks like a keg in the back seat to me...

Hmmmmm...looks like a keg in the back seat to me :rofl: ...nice work!

http://members.home.nl/m.b.p.jongman/dash2.JPG
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-25-2005, 09:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 729
Posted By Calm Screamer2

I did one better...I totally unplugged the ECM...

I did one better...I totally unplugged the ECM and measured the current difference...nothing. Apparently, the ECM draws less than 1mA when the key is off. Then, After pulling all the stock fuses, I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-25-2005, 09:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 729
Posted By Calm Screamer2

Of course! Where else would it be? I was just...

Of course! Where else would it be? I was just saying to myself..."self, look where you least expect it to be".


Thanks big_G
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