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Forum: C3 General
06-09-2021, 08:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 480
Posted By mds3013

Have you lubricated the door latch? You need some...

Have you lubricated the door latch? You need some heavy spray lube to initially loosen the mechanism then some stay in place lube. Clean off the excess before everyday use. Use a phillips screwdriver...
Forum: C3 General
06-06-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 690
Posted By mds3013

I have siphoned out fluid before and have also...

I have siphoned out fluid before and have also used a turkey baster with properly sized clear vinyl hose. You want to see the fluid coming before you taste it. mike...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-05-2021, 09:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 673
Posted By mds3013

Transmission whine can also be caused by dirty...

Transmission whine can also be caused by dirty fluid filter. Not easy to check but I have seen it before. Is fluid clear red or brownish? Good luck with it. mike...
Forum: C3 General
06-01-2021, 05:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,318
Posted By mds3013

When you can, properly secure pump with a correct...

When you can, properly secure pump with a correct bolt that allows you to move pump through it's adjustment range and see if you can then remove the cap. On my '77 it is tight clearance also. If belt...
Forum: C3 General
05-31-2021, 07:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,363
Posted By mds3013

I like what you have. Detail them like Mod75 and...

I like what you have. Detail them like Mod75 and you have something great. Halibrands as in post #5 are also very nice but look better when they are true knockoffs. mike...
Forum: C3 General
05-23-2021, 10:47 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,099
Posted By mds3013

Car appears to be repainted, not unexpected for...

Car appears to be repainted, not unexpected for the original paint on mine is very thin. Late '77 engines were painted GM blue. Ask for all originsl parts and wheels if they still have them. mike...
Forum: C3 General
05-22-2021, 11:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,099
Posted By mds3013

I will try. I will be in touch. mike...

I will try. I will be in touch. mike...
Forum: C3 General
05-22-2021, 10:50 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,099
Posted By mds3013

OK 1LT is a current Chevrolet option code. As far...

OK 1LT is a current Chevrolet option code. As far as I know it has nothing to do with these cars. mike...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-22-2021, 10:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,370
Posted By mds3013

Never heard that ID number. Ask for number on...

Never heard that ID number. Ask for number on pass. side front of engine block as mentioned. Also ask for any and all original parts removed from car to be included in purchase. mike...
Forum: C3 General
05-22-2021, 09:24 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,099
Posted By mds3013

Going by the VIN that one is a very late model...

Going by the VIN that one is a very late model '77. Mine is also. I have a few pics. on my profile if you want to see what I have. '77 L82 4 speeds are very few for sure. mike...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-19-2018, 05:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 852
Posted By mds3013

If all other alignment is good, how about a...

If all other alignment is good, how about a stainless steel star lock washer. mike...
Forum: C3 General
04-10-2018, 07:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,115
Posted By mds3013

Same on my '77. If you try to adjust the doors...

Same on my '77. If you try to adjust the doors watch the point on the leading edge of the door for clearance. Hood rise on drivers side is the same as mine. In '77 fit and finish was not a priority....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-20-2018, 02:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 834
Posted By mds3013

Here is how it goes on my late '77. Door open and...

Here is how it goes on my late '77. Door open and closed quickly lights go out after a short delay. Door open and closed a few minutes later they stay on longer. If battery is not fully charged delay...
Forum: C3 General
11-19-2017, 07:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 880
Posted By mds3013

My '77 is the same. Automatic shifter can be...

My '77 is the same. Automatic shifter can be moved without key. Firefighters saved the car during a home fire because of this feature. mike...
Forum: C3 General
12-02-2016, 07:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,288
Posted By mds3013

What have you done to polish them? Scrubbing the...

What have you done to polish them? Scrubbing the wheel with the Scotchbrite pad provides an even surface to polish from. Use a polishing compound and drill to polish. Tape over the slots from the...
Forum: F-Body General Discussion
08-05-2016, 07:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,308
Posted By mds3013

2016 Camaro body color splash shields

Picked up a '16 2SS in hyper blue metallic. Do any of you guys have the factory option splash guards? Wanted to know if they really offer any protection to the bottom of the fenders and do they use...
Forum: C3 General
07-29-2016, 08:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,094
Posted By mds3013

Probably too late but a dead stock '77 L82....

Probably too late but a dead stock '77 L82. mike...

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Forum: C3 General
07-17-2016, 04:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,064
Posted By mds3013

Vent was set up that way from the factory. All...

Vent was set up that way from the factory. All penetrations into the bladder went through the sending unit. The vent I referred is on the left in this pic. on the side tap of the tee. Venting the...
Forum: C3 General
07-17-2016, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,064
Posted By mds3013

This is a bladder from a wrecking yard find. My...

This is a bladder from a wrecking yard find. My original is in the car still.
What I did find was that the vent line on the top of the tank was not tapped into the bladder. mike...
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Forum: C3 General
07-17-2016, 08:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,064
Posted By mds3013

'77 fuel tank bladder

Photos of bladder in a '77 tank before I throw it away. Just showing what is inside.


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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-01-2016, 08:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,016
Posted By mds3013

On my '77, I remove the bumper from the lower...

On my '77, I remove the bumper from the lower control arm and place the stand support between the lower spring recess and the ball joint. Very secure and supports car as it would be if on the ground....
Forum: C3 General
02-26-2016, 07:40 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,917
Posted By mds3013

Alan has inspired me to make my car better....

Alan has inspired me to make my car better. mike...
Forum: C3 General
01-12-2016, 06:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,023
Posted By mds3013

There is a spring metal clip that holds the...

There is a spring metal clip that holds the levers together. Black with deep indents on both sides to fit in the holes in the levers. You could fix up a bolt and lock washers with a bushing through...
Forum: C3 General
12-13-2015, 10:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,177
Posted By mds3013

Yeah, I got it wrong. Stud may need to be...

Yeah, I got it wrong. Stud may need to be reseated or nut or stud could be stripped. I hope not. mike...

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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-13-2015, 09:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 958
Posted By mds3013

I use Permatex 80632 on pipe threads. Any pipe...

I use Permatex 80632 on pipe threads. Any pipe dope for plumbing would work. Start with clean and dry threads. IMHO RTV is not a good choice on pipe threads. mike...
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