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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-25-2023, 09:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 449
Posted By speedbird1229

Thank you so much. If anyone has had experience...

Thank you so much. If anyone has had experience with T-56 or TR6060 retrofit, any tips on a kit to use or guide material would be really appreciated.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-24-2023, 04:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 449
Posted By speedbird1229

Retrofitting TR6070 7-speed to Corvette C3

Hi,

Does anyone know if the TR6070 could be retrofitted to a C3 that currently sports a T-10 4 speed? Is it a hard build or is it a similar easier retrofit as with T-56? I am asking because I have...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-27-2019, 08:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,094
Posted By speedbird1229

gkull - awesome ride! Thanks for sharing the...

gkull - awesome ride! Thanks for sharing the info. Always love hearing about such experiences.

My good friend who is from a drag racing team told me that perhaps I should opt for the stock spring...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-26-2019, 10:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,094
Posted By speedbird1229

Thanks for the input. What engine are you running...

Thanks for the input. What engine are you running and are the components also like mine - aluminum heads and intake, 383 block, AC components removed and otherwise mostly stock alike weightwise?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-26-2019, 08:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,094
Posted By speedbird1229

Thanks. So you suggest perhaps going for the 550...

Thanks. So you suggest perhaps going for the 550 lbs rate then? :cool:


Wanted to have a different look and since the car was built to be drag oriented I think it kinda fits :) The rear end holds...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-21-2019, 10:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,094
Posted By speedbird1229

Thanks for all the help. The rear is not lowered....

Thanks for all the help. The rear is not lowered. I found one photo which shows the front end pretty well. I will try to get the measurements as well. Does this photo help?

The exhaust looks like...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-20-2019, 09:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,094
Posted By speedbird1229

Thanks. I don't get the logic behind their...

Thanks. I don't get the logic behind their product specs. I mean - the heaviest vehicle weight they offer these for is 2450 lbs. I believe my C3 weighs at least 3000 lbs empty. Do they mean front end...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-20-2019, 08:45 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,094
Posted By speedbird1229

Installing front coilovers for built 79

Hi

I am running a 383 stroker on my 79 Vette which made the front end a lot lighter and I had to install some "temporary" shorter springs which eventually made the nose so low it's hard to drive...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-26-2014, 05:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,126
Posted By speedbird1229

Here's a picture of the freshly built rear-end by...

Here's a picture of the freshly built rear-end by the way... That needs to be taken all apart again :)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-26-2014, 05:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,126
Posted By speedbird1229

OK guys, thanks for all the help. Just an update...

OK guys, thanks for all the help. Just an update of the present situation - the noise seems to be gone at this point and drove quite a lot yesterday with no noise being heard. I don't know if maybe...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-25-2014, 08:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,126
Posted By speedbird1229

The ring and pinion were removed and put back,...

The ring and pinion were removed and put back, these are the original R and P from factory I believe. The lash should be right but who knows, right? :)

I didn't use GM additive but I used LUBEGARD...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-24-2014, 09:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,126
Posted By speedbird1229

Just had diff rebuilt, noise starting

Hi,

I just had the diff rebuilt with all new parts except ring and pinion. These were in good condition so we thought why not leave them as they are. I don't know if this was the best decision. I...
Forum: C3 General
03-30-2014, 12:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,652
Posted By speedbird1229

Thanks so much for all the help! I just began...

Thanks so much for all the help! I just began thinking that perhaps it's really possible to fix the original lever since I do have the parts and to fix the play in the plastic pivot it's perhaps...
Forum: C3 General
03-27-2014, 11:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,652
Posted By speedbird1229

Thanks! Any link you can share of the turn signal...

Thanks! Any link you can share of the turn signal levers so I can see a photo of how they look? I can't understand why I am only seeing the levers with cruise control whenever I look.
Forum: C3 General
03-27-2014, 10:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,652
Posted By speedbird1229

Can't find turn signal lever for 79 w/o cruise!

Hi,

I managed to break the turn signal lever on my 79 last year from the weakest point where it enters the plastic pivot inside the steering column. I've taken the steering column off and managed...
Forum: C3 General
02-17-2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,978
Posted By speedbird1229

I'm glad I could be of some inspiration! :cheers:...

I'm glad I could be of some inspiration! :cheers:

I just took the rear diff to a guy who does 1000+ hp drag race diffs here in Estonia and he will tell me soon about all the items I need to order...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-16-2014, 07:39 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,870
Posted By speedbird1229

I have decided not to buy the Holley from Ebay...

I have decided not to buy the Holley from Ebay and instead send the Qjet to Lars. I almost bought the Holley but I was smart enough to browse around forums and read about these deals. A lot of guys...
Forum: C3 General
02-15-2014, 05:02 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,978
Posted By speedbird1229

Quite a lot of comments already, love it! I'd be...

Quite a lot of comments already, love it! I'd be so happy if you shared the video with your friends and help me make it more popular on YouTube that way. I am planning to start producing some more...
Forum: C3 General
02-14-2014, 06:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,978
Posted By speedbird1229

Here's the photo I promised to post!

Here's the photo I promised to post!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-14-2014, 05:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,870
Posted By speedbird1229

Your help is really appreciated, guys. Sorry for...

Your help is really appreciated, guys. Sorry for disappearing for a while but I'm back now :)

I have been doing a lot of consideration regarding the carbs and I also contacted Lars although I...
Forum: C3 General
02-12-2014, 05:57 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,978
Posted By speedbird1229

Hey everyone, Thanks so much for the good...

Hey everyone,

Thanks so much for the good words and funny comments, I really love that you gave me some feedback. Since we cannot drive the Vettes here in Northern Europe due to the crappy weather...
Forum: C3 General
02-11-2014, 02:02 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,978
Posted By speedbird1229

Our new C3 video: How We Found an Old Corvette in the Middle of the Forest

Hi all,

Please check out our new video we made and let me know what you think! Don't be too harsh :cheers:

How We Found an Old Corvette in the Middle of the Forest (2013) - YouTube
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-06-2014, 01:41 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,178
Posted By speedbird1229

Improving rear end for the 383 Stroker

Hi all,

I already have an active topic about some engine questions open but I thought I'd open a new thread since I want to know about rear end improvements also.

I'm running a totally stock...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-06-2014, 01:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,870
Posted By speedbird1229

I've talked to Lars myself about my Q-Jet about a...

I've talked to Lars myself about my Q-Jet about a year ago and unfortunately I have lost his e-mail since I'm using a new computer now. Somebody who is more aware of his work and prices - can you...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-04-2014, 03:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,870
Posted By speedbird1229

Hmm... ofcourse I'm not against this if you say...

Hmm... ofcourse I'm not against this if you say that the Quadrajet really shouldn't be replaced but properly rebuilt instead. I think I talked to Lars over e-mail last Winter when I was building the...
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