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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-18-2005, 02:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 450
Posted By Robert N

While I think the LT-1 is the more desireable car...

While I think the LT-1 is the more desireable car and the better value, selling it to free up cash (avoiding loans) and still having a vette is a sound idea.

It will come down to personal...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-11-2005, 02:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 863
Posted By Robert N

While I know most of us buy these cars as...

While I know most of us buy these cars as projects and never want anyone else to work on them, and others buy the nicest drivers to simply enjoy, I fit a cross.

I see no point to owing a car I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-03-2005, 05:15 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,341
Posted By Robert N

I think I have to agree with Paul here (though I...

I think I have to agree with Paul here (though I usually agree with Paul).
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-25-2005, 07:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,244
Posted By Robert N

I am even thinking of pulling mine off the car...

I am even thinking of pulling mine off the car and using repro 71/72 just to keep them safe. 20 years from now the grills will be worth more than the car to the NCRS type. :lol:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-11-2005, 05:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 944
Posted By Robert N

Thanks. That is kind of what I figured.

Thanks. That is kind of what I figured.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-11-2005, 01:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 944
Posted By Robert N

I had stock shoulder belts in my 70 coupe. The...

I had stock shoulder belts in my 70 coupe. The Camaro retracters bolt right into the stock location, but did not fit under the stock trim. For now, I left it as is.

I did trim off the "turned...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-04-2005, 07:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,270
Posted By Robert N

My 70 LT-1 runs on 91. Short of 100 octane, its...

My 70 LT-1 runs on 91. Short of 100 octane, its the best I can get in AZ. My temp needle NEVER gets above 180, even in 100+ temps.

I did just as Oliver suggested above: retuned the car to run a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-02-2005, 07:36 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,976
Posted By Robert N

bobbosob, I sent a laundry list of what I...

bobbosob,

I sent a laundry list of what I did to mine after 24 years of storage.

This will need substantially more. Mine had a complete engine and was garage stored.

Here is what mine...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-29-2005, 04:00 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 4,820
Posted By Robert N

I agree. There are levels of "building" a car: ...

I agree. There are levels of "building" a car:

1) open check book, tell someone else to build this or that.
2) design car, open check book, tell someone else to build my car based on the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-29-2005, 03:31 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 4,820
Posted By Robert N

He was. Whether he did or not is a different...

He was. Whether he did or not is a different story.

He would have been better off telling us that he was TRYING to. I think that was one of the lessons he learned.
Forum: C3 General
01-29-2005, 03:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,207
Posted By Robert N

If it was a 69 SB, neither in the picture was...

If it was a 69 SB, neither in the picture was correct unless modified.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-29-2005, 03:15 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 4,820
Posted By Robert N

I have followed this project, commentary, etc...

I have followed this project, commentary, etc from the start and cannot remember posting with respect to it, until now.

The car bought $68k. So??

The car was built for $250K. So?

Twin...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-21-2005, 07:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 933
Posted By Robert N

My 70 LT-1 sat for 24 years. 3rd owner was 17...

My 70 LT-1 sat for 24 years. 3rd owner was 17 when he got it. Got too many speeding tickets within 1 year, lost his license, could never afford the insurance once he got his license back. Rather...
Forum: Southwest
01-21-2005, 11:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 770
Posted By Robert N

13th is better for me. What if we set one of...

13th is better for me.

What if we set one of those days and see which works best.
Forum: Southwest
01-19-2005, 03:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 570
Posted By Robert N

No. Cats would win.. Besides, I know I am...

No. Cats would win..

Besides, I know I am out numbered on the site and you never go into a fight shorthanded!
Forum: Southwest
01-19-2005, 03:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 770
Posted By Robert N

I guess we need to get a few members and some...

I guess we need to get a few members and some beer and pick a date!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-18-2005, 12:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,279
Posted By Robert N

Here's an article that may help support the...

Here's an article that may help support the claim:

http://www.canadiandriver.com/articles/jk/at_010109.htm

There is apparent a local gas station in my next of the woods that sells E85. ...
Forum: Southwest
01-18-2005, 12:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 570
Posted By Robert N

Much in the same way Phoenix is merely an...

Much in the same way Phoenix is merely an necessary annoyance on the way to Flagstaff. Short of a business trip a few times a year, we don't venture UP there. :D
Forum: Southwest
01-18-2005, 12:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 570
Posted By Robert N

If we really wanted to "bust your chops" we would...

If we really wanted to "bust your chops" we would have mentioned the mountian lion issue.

BSeery,

I am on the lion's side. Given the choice, I would rather have lions in lieu of some of my...
Forum: Southwest
01-18-2005, 12:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 770
Posted By Robert N

I am in Tucson as well. My experience with later...

I am in Tucson as well. My experience with later model, sensor/computer controlled cars is lacking, but I have a pair of hands and a great resource to get the parts and any technical assistance...
Forum: Southwest
01-17-2005, 12:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 570
Posted By Robert N

Sabino Canyon is in Tucson! Shesh, we get no...

Sabino Canyon is in Tucson! Shesh, we get no respect here! :D

International Wildlife Museum
Desert Museum (one of the best attractions in the4 area)

Tucson local!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-13-2005, 03:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 703
Posted By Robert N

This decision took quite a bit of thought. As a...

This decision took quite a bit of thought. As a hockey player and New Jersey Devils fan I could be flattened for supporting the Pens, BUT as a corvette nut, I could be flattended for NOT supporting...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-23-2004, 08:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 563
Posted By Robert N

Paul, I spent many years in upstate New...

Paul,

I spent many years in upstate New York and that was bad enough. Highs today in Tucson were below 60 and I was cursing everyone. About the only way I could handle one of your winters...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-23-2004, 07:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By Robert N

Sure can. Where is the car? I am in Tucson...

Sure can.

Where is the car? I am in Tucson if I can be of help.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-08-2004, 02:29 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,796
Posted By Robert N

Absolutely!! Been married 9 years and would...

Absolutely!!

Been married 9 years and would give up the vette and every other toy before giving up on my marriage. Family first. My vette sees little or no time as a result. I keep it because...
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