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Forum: C3 General
01-17-2012, 09:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 574
Posted By STL'79

On a Friday afternoon in 1974, the guys on the...

On a Friday afternoon in 1974, the guys on the production line here in River City were probably knee deep in another fine local product, Budweiser. I've heard stories from some of the guys (now...
Forum: C3 General
10-14-2011, 10:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 844
Posted By STL'79

Scott: Did you mean your son will be using the...

Scott: Did you mean your son will be using the '80 as a Daily Driver? Hope his commute is shorter than mine..... I'll drive the '79 on Fridays, but at 12 mpg I'd need several pay raises to afford...
Forum: C3 General
07-12-2011, 09:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 868
Posted By STL'79

My favorite has been the new rear leaf spring. ...

My favorite has been the new rear leaf spring. Nice not to be shooting sparks each time I go over a bump. And, that was an easy one, comparatively.
Forum: C3 General
07-12-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 399
Posted By STL'79

I did the same thing you were doing, using the...

I did the same thing you were doing, using the threaded rod method and compressing the springs. IT worked OK to get them out, but could NOT align the upper arm, either. I had a floor jack and...
Forum: C3 General
07-12-2011, 09:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,872
Posted By STL'79

So, is it war bonnett yellow? I like it!

So, is it war bonnett yellow? I like it!
Forum: C3 General
05-11-2011, 07:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 869
Posted By STL'79

VIN check and you're done. I agree that Bubba...

VIN check and you're done. I agree that Bubba prob'ly got aholt of this one, looking at the fit of the hood and wheel well. For an alternative analysis, if you do a thorough inspection (or have one...
Forum: C3 General
05-11-2011, 06:52 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,599
Posted By STL'79

Ditto - they took care of me. Not sure about the...

Ditto - they took care of me. Not sure about the age thing - they don't want to ensure anyone under 25 y/o. I couldn't get my son on the policy as a driver until he turns 25.
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
02-11-2011, 02:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,340
Posted By STL'79

DaBo: Any interest in a '79 dark green, original...

DaBo: Any interest in a '79 dark green, original L 48 with original 4-speed; approx 90000 miles, and (unfortunately for you) doeskin interior? Take a look at it on my profile; overall, very good...
Forum: C3 General
09-02-2010, 03:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,041
Posted By STL'79

I don't understand the function of the box, I...

I don't understand the function of the box, I supposed - does it just keep the AC tubes separate from the heat producing parts of the car, or is there anyother function? I have a hole in mine, too,...
Forum: C3 General
09-02-2010, 03:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,446
Posted By STL'79

You can't go wrong with any of the years you...

You can't go wrong with any of the years you mentioned - now, you CAN go wrong with some cars within those years. I wound up with a '79 for couple reasons: I wanted the extra storage behind the...
Forum: C3 General
09-02-2010, 03:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 469
Posted By STL'79

How much of a project do you want? How long are...

How much of a project do you want? How long are you willing to spend working on it WITHOUT driving it? And, of course, how much space do you have in your garage to house it while tearing it apart? ...
Forum: C3 General
09-02-2010, 02:37 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,794
Posted By STL'79

My equation goes like this: Disposable...

My equation goes like this:

Disposable Income-Work on Vette=More work on Vette.

But seriously, I agree with Mudbone on paying too little. You're gonna have to live with the result of your...
Forum: C3 General
09-02-2010, 02:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,831
Posted By STL'79

Firehawk's

I'm currently on the Firestone Firehawk Indy 500's, and have no problems at all. They stay balanced and look great. One of the nice things about the non-central inflation (TPMS) cars is that it's...
Forum: C3 General
07-20-2010, 09:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,387
Posted By STL'79

:iagree:Same same; unrestored is the way to go. ...

:iagree:Same same; unrestored is the way to go. Esp if the pictures are a good reflection of the condition; looks GREAT the way it is!
Forum: C3 General
05-30-2010, 10:13 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,718
Posted By STL'79

You know, just smile, nod, say thanks and invent...

You know, just smile, nod, say thanks and invent a great story (like the two girls) and tell them how little you "actually" paid for it ("You know, picked it up off a guy who looked a lot like...
Forum: C3 General
05-30-2010, 10:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,852
Posted By STL'79

:iagree: Yeah, but why was it in the garage for...

:iagree:
Yeah, but why was it in the garage for two years? It is too nice not to be driving!
Forum: C3 General
02-23-2010, 05:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 455
Posted By STL'79

Rear Speakers in a '79 (or in yours)

I would like to upgrade the radio and speakers in my '79. Starting wtih the speakers, I've tried replacing the stock rear 6x9's with upgraded speakers, and can't find any that fit in the same space....
Forum: C3 General
02-15-2010, 09:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,390
Posted By STL'79

Green: It depends. Elkhart Green is a pretty...

Green: It depends. Elkhart Green is a pretty sweet color. Distincitive, memorable. Mine is dark green but may be elkhart some day! The dark green looks black in low light, green in daylight. Of...
Forum: C3 General
01-17-2010, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 9,214
Posted By STL'79

Speakers for my "79

Paul: What type of in dash unit did you use? I need to replace the original (8-track) unit (the tuning function no longer works). Did you go with a newer profile, or retain the original bezel?
Forum: C3 General
01-17-2010, 07:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,218
Posted By STL'79

You know, I let my high school senior drive the...

You know, I let my high school senior drive the '79 to his high school prom. Was sweating bullets, but he will remember that longer than he will remember his date (they have broken up, but he still...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-08-2009, 01:55 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,089
Posted By STL'79

Thanks for great posts and great info - I'm going...

Thanks for great posts and great info - I'm going synthetic, with a category IV oil (Schaeffer's). The oil runs about $6 a quart, so it is not cheap, but really, cost is not the issue here. If I...
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
12-07-2009, 10:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,822
Posted By STL'79

Bump, and good luck to you and your family. Hang...

Bump, and good luck to you and your family. Hang in there; they need you more than you know. // Thought I recognized Franken in the pictures; stationed in Ansbach/Katterback for three years w/ 1st...
Forum: C3 General
12-07-2009, 05:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,338
Posted By STL'79

I took mine off and replaced w/o the frame off...

I took mine off and replaced w/o the frame off and it was a severe pain. Actually, my son did it for me. Took him around two days. Gradually, slowly, and w/ much language of which I did not...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-07-2009, 05:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,089
Posted By STL'79

Synthetic or Conventional Oil in an L48?

Corvette Forum Members:
You've probably already addressed this in earlier posts, but I couldn't find anything on it - would you (or, have you) put a synthetic motor oil in a L48? Other items of...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2009, 10:55 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,699
Posted By STL'79

I've heard that the best engine additive in the...

I've heard that the best engine additive in the world is something called molybdenum. Anyone have any experience with it? Saw a demo (by a salesman, of course!) and the moly-coated parts retained...
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