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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-23-2020, 04:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,300
Posted By 59 navy

Grundy

Two claims with Grundy. An excellent company. 59 navy
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-08-2020, 05:38 PM
Replies: 374
Views: 36,868
Posted By 59 navy

Dropped out of school then taught it

Quit high school at 17 with a bad attitude. Navy boot camp took care of that. Earned a GED and made it to second class petty officer in four years. Made it through three university degrees...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-24-2020, 10:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 350
Posted By 59 navy

Recommend duel master cylinder for my 59

I like my drum brakes rebuilt and maintained as they are, never a problem. In a brake failure, however, I would at least try to use my emergency brakes but my wife probably couldn't. Since she...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-23-2020, 10:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,858
Posted By 59 navy

I don't want to butt in but I have a quick...

I don't want to butt in but I have a quick question. I want to keep my drums but would like to replace the single master cylinder with a duel cylinder. My 59 has all brake parts (drums, cylinders,...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-21-2020, 10:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 731
Posted By 59 navy

Hydraulic throwout bearing linkage instead of...

Hydraulic throwout bearing linkage instead of mechanical Z bar set up. ( Look up Silver Sports Transmissions) Larry
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-20-2020, 04:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 731
Posted By 59 navy

From 59 Borg Warner to a Tremec 5 speed. Great

I had a Tremec TKO 500 installed by ARH Performance, Huntersville, N C. (Hydraulic shift) This tranny is tight and lets you know by engine sound if you're in the right gear. I did shelf my period...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-13-2020, 03:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By 59 navy

Forgot to mention. The flywheel is in good shape...

Forgot to mention. The flywheel is in good shape and resurfaced and balanced with around 20 thousand miles on it. Teeth are good. 59 Navy
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-13-2020, 03:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By 59 navy

flywheel measurements today

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I've tried to send a photo or two and should get one to go. I picked up an...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-06-2020, 12:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 461
Posted By 59 navy

Recommend quality brake line tool kit

I purchased a "double flared" brake line kit that turned out to be a waste of money. I could make different sizes but the tool left uneven flares. Worked great the first two times. I want a good ...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-29-2020, 02:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 726
Posted By 59 navy

small crack in bell house Repair or replace? photo

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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-29-2020, 02:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 927
Posted By 59 navy

small crack in bell house repair or replace?

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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-18-2020, 06:38 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 11,371
Posted By 59 navy

Not a problem in N C

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Old plates can be used but actual...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-14-2020, 12:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,369
Posted By 59 navy

I bought that TKO 500. A question or two......

I wanted a solid cruiser so I put in a 1975 350 small block in my 59. It went in with few problems and now I want to install Silver Sports TKO 500 kit. This tranny comes with the correct drive shaft,...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-13-2020, 07:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 615
Posted By 59 navy

Silver Sports TKO 500 recommend this company?

Anyone have experience with Silver Sports transmission located in Rockford Tennessee. Thinking of ordering their five speed. Thanks. 59 navy
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-04-2020, 03:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 603
Posted By 59 navy

59 drive shaft fits TKO 600 ?

I want to replace my BW T-10 with a 5 speed. Which 5 speed will fit my original 59 drive shaft? I was told that the 59 drive shaft would have to be shortened. Thanks 59 navy
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-29-2020, 07:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 592
Posted By 59 navy

59 turquoise top

I think a turquoise top was offered for 1959. Anyone know a dependable company? Thanks. 59 navy
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-11-2020, 08:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,503
Posted By 59 navy

Buying that M20

Thanks to the Forum for the advice on exchanging transmissions in my 59. I think I'll try DZ Auto's route and use a wide ratio Muncie M20. Any recommendations for a dependable source for rebuilt...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-06-2020, 09:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,535
Posted By 59 navy

Replacing transmissions: need advice

The forum offered great advice when I recently installed a 350 two bolt main in my 59. The engine is in and it may be the best running engine that I've ever owned. I now want to tackle the next...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-04-2020, 06:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 479
Posted By 59 navy

thanks

Thanks for the information! 59 navy
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-03-2020, 06:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 479
Posted By 59 navy

electronic turn signals

A forum member once posted a source for an electronic turn signal switch for a C-1. Not sure I want to go this route just curious how this would be wired.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-18-2020, 05:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,015
Posted By 59 navy

setting valves

I have anti pump lifters on my rebuilt 1975 350. They are set at zero lash ( barely adjusted until "ticking" goes away) and work well with my slightly aggressive cam. Best engine I've ever owned. 59...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-03-2020, 04:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 440
Posted By 59 navy

Repair of vinyl top?

My top is in good shape but both front corners have slight damage and I would like to repair them with a kit of some kind. I seldom use the top and when I do it's a good tight fit so it's not a big...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-24-2020, 08:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,916
Posted By 59 navy

T 10

Interesting. My spare T 10 tranny has ...... ( T 10 7B on the tail) and (T 10 1B and T 10 148 B ). on the case The date is unclear. I'm not sure what these numbers mean. 59 navy
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-19-2020, 09:52 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 22,314
Posted By 59 navy

Ecklers duel MC

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I purchased Ecklers duel MC (25-159988-1 ) for $297.99. It comes complete...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-16-2020, 11:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,412
Posted By 59 navy

"Those were the days my friend"

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We'll get back to square one...
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