CorvetteForum - Chevrolet Corvette Forum Discussion

 
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3
Search: Posts Made By: riski
Showing results 1 to 25 of 67
Search took 1.02 seconds.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-16-2012, 06:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,218
Posted By riski

Thanks for the nice pictures and posting. I am...

Thanks for the nice pictures and posting. I am thinking of taking this job on also.

Could you tell me what the symptoms/problems you were experiencing before doing the valve stem seals?
Forum: Auto Extras & Memorabilia
04-11-2012, 07:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 691
Posted By riski

As per forum rules: You need to post the...

As per forum rules:

You need to post the prices of your items.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-05-2012, 07:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,496
Posted By riski

Welcome Back Kotter, now that was a good show. ...

Welcome Back Kotter, now that was a good show. It may have been John Travolta's claim to fame.

Barry, I wanted to join CCND this past year. Unfortunately, just too busy at work.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-05-2012, 06:29 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,496
Posted By riski

Why can't we all just get along here at the...

Why can't we all just get along here at the forum. I like the fact that we can agree to disagree.

However, I think that Barry is correct here.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-23-2011, 04:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,056
Posted By riski

Scott, Thank you for the response. I agree...

Scott,

Thank you for the response. I agree that there is good and bad science.

However, I think you might want to check with NASCAR and see what they think about using nitrogen in race car...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-23-2011, 12:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,056
Posted By riski

There is science behind using nitrogen. In fact,...

There is science behind using nitrogen. In fact, there have been studies done on it. However, I guess I am old school and do not want to pay for it.

The science is:
The amount of pressure in...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-22-2011, 02:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,442
Posted By riski

Mel and Alan, Thank you both for your...

Mel and Alan,

Thank you both for your perspective.

I love the forum for things like this.


Best Regards,
Rich
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-22-2011, 01:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,442
Posted By riski

Hi Mel, Yes, the descriptions above are...

Hi Mel,

Yes, the descriptions above are sufficient to figure out placement. I just wanted to make sure. Maybe you can tell me this. Why do I see so many cars with different orientations to the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-22-2011, 01:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,442
Posted By riski

I have the original ribbed valve covers with the...

I have the original ribbed valve covers with the cross flag emblem.

Should the cross flag emblem be on the passenger side valve cover near the front of the car?

Just want to sure.

Regards,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-22-2011, 01:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,442
Posted By riski

Valve Covers, Which side breather and PCV

Hello Guys,

I have a 1970 small block with air. I have noticed that various people have their PCV, oil fill and breather on different locations on their valve covers and on different sides.

On...
Forum: C3 General
08-02-2011, 01:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,559
Posted By riski

Welcome from another 70 owner

Sounds great, have a good time with your 70.

Perhaps us 70 owners can have our own area on the forum, or at least a 70-72 owners area.

:flag:
Forum: Auto Extras & Memorabilia
07-27-2011, 05:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,675
Posted By riski

50th Corvette Danbury Mint 1:43rd scale.

Hello,

I am interested in your 50th Corvette Danbury Mint Collection 1:43rd scale.

Will you take $300. for it shipped.

Money is tight now, but I would like to put this on the wall in my...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
07-12-2011, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 808
Posted By riski

70 distributor

I am interested in this distributor to use as a spare, however, it sounds like it will need to be rebuilt. Can you please post some close-up pics of the guts, centrifugal advance, springs, etc....
...
Forum: C3 General
06-12-2011, 09:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,771
Posted By riski

One of the reservations I have is the price vs...

One of the reservations I have is the price vs the benefits.

I am at the point in the hobby where I am most interested in factual corvette history, understanding more about original car components...
Forum: C3 General
06-12-2011, 09:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,771
Posted By riski

Should I become an NCRS member?

I am pondering becoming an NCRS member, but have reservations.

What is everyone's feelings on this?

Regards,
Rich:flag:
Forum: C3 General
04-19-2011, 07:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 922
Posted By riski

If the car has 44,000 original miles why are you...

If the car has 44,000 original miles why are you telling him the price is too high? How many 1970 corvette convertibles have that kind of mileage.

In my opinion, it may be a fair asking price. ...
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
03-23-2011, 08:46 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 15,997
Posted By riski

I don't mean to be partial, but this is an...

I don't mean to be partial, but this is an excellent year and body style.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-21-2010, 07:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,658
Posted By riski

My 70 is running great now and I am having fun! ...

My 70 is running great now and I am having fun! Timing all in at 36 degrees at 2650 rpm.

My main problem was a vacuum leak at the carb and some questionable points.

The forum is great!!!!! ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-18-2010, 09:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,658
Posted By riski

Thanks for the input. I bumped the starter,...

Thanks for the input.

I bumped the starter, timing mark is at 0 degrees and the rotor is pointing to #1 at the distributor.

What is the best way to find a vacuum leak? Where do they typically...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-16-2010, 08:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,658
Posted By riski

Does a slipping timing chain or one that has...

Does a slipping timing chain or one that has skipped explain my problem?

Has any one had any experience with this.

Thanks again.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-16-2010, 01:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,658
Posted By riski

I cannot get the engine up to 1500 rpms without...

I cannot get the engine up to 1500 rpms without it stalling to set total timing at 36

Any other suggestions?

Thanks
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-16-2010, 12:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,658
Posted By riski

Tried again this morning. Was able to get a...

Tried again this morning. Was able to get a fairly consistent idle and set dwell at 30. But had a tough time setting initial timing. It seems that whatever I set it too the car runs bad.
...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-15-2010, 09:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,658
Posted By riski

Yes, I did plug off the vacuum line with a golf...

Yes, I did plug off the vacuum line with a golf tee when getting the base timing at idle.

Cap, rotor, points, plugs, and wires look ok.

thanks for the help
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-15-2010, 05:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,658
Posted By riski

Dwell and timing issue

Was noticing some ignition missing so wanted to do a tune-up.

Replace plugs, rotor and distributor cap. Seemed to run fine. Later, when hitting the gas hard noticed that the missing was...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-11-2010, 05:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,029
Posted By riski

I checked the price of the GM gear oil GM...

I checked the price of the GM gear oil GM #89021671 the price is $16.84 for 23 ounces.
The posi additive is $12.54 for 4 ounces.

I cannot believe what GM charges for gear oil. Also, 23 ounces is...
Showing results 1 to 25 of 67
 
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3


 
Forum Jump

Trending Topics

All times are GMT -4. The time now is 10:10 PM.