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01-08-2023, 07:44 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

Stoptech big brake kit

This was a major ‘doh on my part, incorrect measurements and the parts made it to CNC before I could catch them. This was for my C4 rear suspension swapped C3. If you have access to a mill, these...
08-21-2020, 07:45 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

I ran an odyssey pc680 for a few years in my 69...

I ran an odyssey pc680 for a few years in my 69 with no issues at all. 15.4lbs
08-09-2020, 10:40 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

id be interested in the before and after data......

id be interested in the before and after data... I saw a notable difference after installing a spreader bar, and even more after installing solid motor mounts. My current chassis is seam welded, but...
08-05-2020, 02:04 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

I would feel better being closer to .014 than.012...

I would feel better being closer to .014 than.012 if it were mine. Only an opinion though...
there will be a drag on the feeler gauge, and you will have to be conscious that the feeler is entering...
08-04-2020, 09:59 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

no cam card for the intended lash I assume? A...

no cam card for the intended lash I assume? A tighter lash is a little easier on the rollers because it reduces the bounce as the lifter contacts the lobe. I don’t know about big blocks, but my small...
07-24-2020, 05:54 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

The only reason for the pivoting bracket is to...

The only reason for the pivoting bracket is to make sure the master is in alignment with the rod throughout its travel. It has no effect on the ratio. Raising or lowering the master on the firewall...
07-22-2020, 10:54 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

FWIW I used the pick up master with an external...

FWIW I used the pick up master with an external slave and the same master when I converted to a t56 with the hydraulic TOB.
07-20-2020, 10:28 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

well, sh*t!

well, sh*t!
07-20-2020, 09:44 PM
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Views: 2,309
Posted By vette427-sbc

Do you have the build sheet for the motor? Our...

Do you have the build sheet for the motor? Our shop car has headers that are far closer to the clutch than a sbc Vette with sidepipe headers. While I agree you should get the timing figured out, I...
07-15-2020, 10:09 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

id advise against these... a mechanical crimp is...

id advise against these... a mechanical crimp is far more reliable in a high vibration environment.
07-14-2020, 10:23 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

AutoWorks in Middletown rt 35

AutoWorks in Middletown rt 35
07-14-2020, 06:22 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

Bring it to work one day and swing by my shop....

Bring it to work one day and swing by my shop. Ill go for a ride with you and see if I can point you in the right direction. I dont think the ROD 6 speeds have a synchronized reverse gear, so it...
07-13-2020, 10:22 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

The stock brakes are beyond adequate. They work...

The stock brakes are beyond adequate. They work great for autocross, if you’re road racing, then it’s worth upgrading to something that can shed the heat better. Wilwood does make a whole kit that...
07-03-2020, 07:04 PM
07-03-2020, 02:26 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

No way you’ve got a 3.4:1 pedal ratio... I...

No way you’ve got a 3.4:1 pedal ratio... I modified my brake pedal from the stock ~5.4:1 (manual brake) ratio to 6:1 by RAISING the attachment point. The stud on the clutch pedal is in the stock...
06-12-2020, 03:25 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

It’s a hydraulic throw out bearing, right? Not a...

It’s a hydraulic throw out bearing, right? Not a hydraulic activated fork?

IIRC the master should be 3/4 bore for the hydraulic TOB. If it’s a Tilton or Wilwood it should be stamped or cast into...
06-10-2020, 09:47 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

Previously, I used the bumperettes as structural...

Previously, I used the bumperettes as structural to mount the rods to on my splitter, but that only applies to the chrome bumper cars. Something like this may work for the later cars if you’re...
06-10-2020, 06:33 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

I think using any of the kits; drag vette,...

I think using any of the kits; drag vette, guldstrand 5-link, greenwood, stroker427 6link, etc is a crap-shoot if the stock diff is not there... all of them rely on the diff as a mounting point....
06-08-2020, 07:01 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

As far as Im aware, There are no CV's that will...

As far as Im aware, There are no CV's that will take side loading, which brings you back to the original concern about not wanting to side load the diff
06-08-2020, 06:08 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

Sort of... CV's have in and out movement (plunge)...

Sort of... CV's have in and out movement (plunge) to accommodate track width change during suspension travel. You will still need something to act as an upper control arm. But the plunge of the CV...
06-05-2020, 06:09 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

The benefit of the Ridetech Track-1 T/A is that...

The benefit of the Ridetech Track-1 T/A is that it has mounting provisions for a C7 hub, which is not only far stronger, but makes for adapting a CV axle much easier. You could machine an adapter to...
06-05-2020, 01:59 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

The only one that removes the half shaft as an...

The only one that removes the half shaft as an upper control arm is the DecaLink...
The lower strut backet can be solid mounted to a frame... the stiffer/stronger this mounting point is, the better....
06-04-2020, 05:52 PM
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Views: 2,095
Posted By vette427-sbc

If youre serious at all about autocross (or...

If youre serious at all about autocross (or handling in general) you can kiss your lap times goodbye with air shocks. Driving a car with 3.5" ground clearance at the nose is do-able. I know because I...
06-01-2020, 09:12 PM
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Posted By vette427-sbc

if you’re handy with hydraulics, then I’m sure...

if you’re handy with hydraulics, then I’m sure something could be fabbed up on the cheap with some junkyard parts. The difficult part would be finding such a compact cylinder and finding a way to...
06-01-2020, 03:02 PM
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Views: 2,095
Posted By vette427-sbc

My spoiler was 3.5" off the ground. No issues...

My spoiler was 3.5" off the ground. No issues unless I was forced to hit it straight on. Angle of attack is crucial; whenever possible, enter any steep driveway/etc as perpendicular as possible. I...
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