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Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
03-09-2018, 07:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 944
Posted By roger3

What's number on Carb? Is it in good shape?

What's number on Carb?

Is it in good shape?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-21-2015, 03:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,523
Posted By roger3

Great job and beautiful car! I wish our...

Great job and beautiful car!

I wish our local tracks would do a nostalgia event like that.

I love the write up and time slips to go with it.

Triple zero light on the bye run, I love it....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-18-2015, 09:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,472
Posted By roger3

Thanks, your car gave me inspiration! Roger

Thanks, your car gave me inspiration!

Roger
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-18-2015, 09:03 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,472
Posted By roger3

BK Thanks, We normally run 1/4 mile but for that...

BK Thanks, We normally run 1/4 mile but for that race weekend the promods, car show, and breakdowns put things so far behind schedule we switched to 1/8 mile. We took that picture around 2 or 3:00 am.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-15-2015, 12:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,472
Posted By roger3

C6, I just responded to your PM. You are...

C6,

I just responded to your PM. You are right, lightening the car would have definitely helped. Unfortunately the track told me to slow it down to 11.50 or add a roll cage. I did not want to add...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-07-2015, 11:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,640
Posted By roger3

Fuel pump is not the same. Water pump,...

Fuel pump is not the same.

Water pump, pulleys, and brackets for alternator and power steering pump etc are different than other GM cars and are specific to the corvette. I have read of people...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-20-2015, 04:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,158
Posted By roger3

Does air blow hard out of your vents with the AC...

Does air blow hard out of your vents with the AC blower on high?

My 76 had leaves and trash on the outside of the evaporator core and very little air would blow. I removed the AC box from the car...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-30-2015, 08:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,212
Posted By roger3

Looks great. Did you have to rework the tunnel...

Looks great. Did you have to rework the tunnel and or floor to fit it?

We need details, what class you gonna run, how fast you shooting for, and what motor and tranny?

Roger
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-13-2014, 08:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,790
Posted By roger3

I got it open by pushing down with a long...

I got it open by pushing down with a long screwdriver like Dub said.

Turns out the linkage between the outer handle and the door mechanism had partially came unhooked. Put it back, oiled...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-09-2014, 10:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,790
Posted By roger3

Thank you. I'll get it open this Weekend. ...

Thank you. I'll get it open this Weekend.

Roger
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-09-2014, 06:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,790
Posted By roger3

Dub, Just to clarify, even with door locked,...

Dub,

Just to clarify, even with door locked, I can push down on the plate in the photo (referenced thread) and door will open?

Thanks

Roger
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-09-2014, 08:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,790
Posted By roger3

Outer handle is not sagging. But it has no...

Outer handle is not sagging. But it has no resistance when I push it down, until I have it mashed about 95% of the way, then I can feel it trying to open the door.

Roger
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-08-2014, 08:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,790
Posted By roger3

Thanks Dub, I'll try to open it this...

Thanks Dub,

I'll try to open it this weekend.

Roger
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-06-2014, 07:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,790
Posted By roger3

76 Need Help Unlocking and Opening Door on 76

I can't unlock or open drivers door on my 76.

Last couple times I opened the door the outer door handle felt like it didn't have a spring in it. There was almost no resistance.

Other night I...
Forum: C3 General
11-23-2014, 06:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,045
Posted By roger3

LS-5 with 63,000 miles, all power except brakes. ...

LS-5 with 63,000 miles, all power except brakes.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/1023x764/80-null_10_b6e7f1aff7672c753cac091deba43a583d8504bb.jpg
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-13-2014, 05:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,786
Posted By roger3

My 76 with 468 iron head BBC, no spare tire, ac...

My 76 with 468 iron head BBC, no spare tire, ac compressor removed, weighed in at 3520lbs. Add my 180lbs and I'm at 3700 lbs. Add the spare tire and air compressor and I'm probably over 3800lbs. Not...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-13-2014, 05:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,121
Posted By roger3

Differential is definitely your weak link. I have...

Differential is definitely your weak link. I have BBC in my 76, making around 585 hp. Th350 tranny and MT street drag radials. I race it a lot. Stock rebuilt differential lasted about 150 (or maybe...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-27-2014, 08:51 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,444
Posted By roger3

I'll make sure the engine builder takes care of...

I'll make sure the engine builder takes care of that. They always do, this will be the third engine I've had them build. Especially since I will be changing cam, lifters, and pushrods they will need...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-26-2014, 09:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,444
Posted By roger3

I will get the heads rebuilt and new springs to...

I will get the heads rebuilt and new springs to match the cam. Head rebuild will include new valve guides and/or valves if they are bad. What issues can I look for with the valves to cause a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-26-2014, 09:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,444
Posted By roger3

Hadn't thought of changing the converter. I have...

Hadn't thought of changing the converter. I have a nice 2800 rpm stall on the shelf. I'll start pulling the motor today. It'll take a couple weeks to get it to the engine builder (too busy at work...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2014, 11:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,444
Posted By roger3

Here's a couple Picts. ...

Here's a couple Picts.


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com-vbulletin/2000x1493/80-image_eaad39ae2cecd18b740150b399c06786b266dde8.jpg


Lifter to left

...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2014, 11:01 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,444
Posted By roger3

Thanks for advice. I'll definitely get matching...

Thanks for advice. I'll definitely get matching springs and new pushrods.

What about rocker arms? I have the stock short valve covers. Do they make roller rockers that will fit under them?

Roger
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2014, 10:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,444
Posted By roger3

Yes I bought a cam, lifters, and pushrods for my...

Yes I bought a cam, lifters, and pushrods for my other car from Chris. I may need to give him a call down the road. I'm gonna pull the engine apart and see what shape its in. If I bore it and replace...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2014, 10:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,444
Posted By roger3

I was thinking if the springs are weak they will...

I was thinking if the springs are weak they will not keep the lifters pressed against the cam like they should and the lifter would then be hitting or tapping the cam instead of staying in contact...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-24-2014, 06:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,444
Posted By roger3

Weak springs makes sense and sitting compressed...

Weak springs makes sense and sitting compressed for long periods of time makes sense. I haven't driven the car much in last couple of years. I can imagine cranking the engine only occasionally since...
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