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Forum: Great Lakes
10-21-2022, 11:22 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 385
Posted By sstopczy

Concours D'Elegance includes Corvettes

Just wanted to pass this Concours along that takes place in South Bend, IN on the grounds of the historic Copshaholm (Oliver Plow family's home) and is put on by the Studebaker National Museum. Full...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-12-2020, 08:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,670
Posted By sstopczy

You can have Lars work on it or get his papers...

You can have Lars work on it or get his papers and Cliff Ruggles book and you can do it yourself. I was amazed the performance gains after I worked on mine. I have a wideband O2 sensor which...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-10-2020, 11:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,828
Posted By sstopczy

Do you have the original Quadrajet? If so, it...

Do you have the original Quadrajet? If so, it should be fine. Might need some adjustments, but you certainly don't need a new carb if the old one was working fine. If you need assistance e-mail...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-22-2019, 01:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,217
Posted By sstopczy

I am assuming the 24 degrees of vacuum advance is...

I am assuming the 24 degrees of vacuum advance is based on the advance specifications or is the advance difference at idle between disconnected and connected. I would think your actual total advance...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-09-2019, 08:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,323
Posted By sstopczy

Straight from his paper: 17056211-Chev 76...

Straight from his paper: 17056211-Chev 76 FEDERAL MT VETTE HIGH PERF
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-23-2019, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,517
Posted By sstopczy

Assuming your choke is setup and working...

Assuming your choke is setup and working correctly, it needs to be adjusted so when you pump the gas when the engine is cold the choke plate closes. To make this adjustment you will need to loosen...
Forum: C3 General
04-02-2019, 12:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,147
Posted By sstopczy

I did not adjust my doors. Been several years...

I did not adjust my doors. Been several years since I did it without issues.
Forum: C3 General
04-02-2019, 12:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,147
Posted By sstopczy

I agree, doing the doors made the biggest...

I agree, doing the doors made the biggest difference for me. Huge noise reduction and I just cut little strips and put them in all the easy places so I would say i got about 40-50% coverage.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-07-2019, 08:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,464
Posted By sstopczy

I'll be honest and say I cut my VB&P spring to...

I'll be honest and say I cut my VB&P spring to allow for wider wheels about 7 years ago and haven't had any issues at this point. I removed the end reinforcements, cut the spring, re-drilled the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-28-2018, 10:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,673
Posted By sstopczy

That's good. Read through the thread and just...

That's good. Read through the thread and just thought I would let you know you don't have to take the carb off to change the float and needle/seat if you still decide to do it down the road. You...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2018, 03:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,768
Posted By sstopczy

Much easier to turn with the plugs out. I've...

Much easier to turn with the plugs out. I've done it by just taking a few out which helped me turn it without fear of stripping the bolt head.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-23-2018, 08:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 931
Posted By sstopczy

This book along with Lars' paper and you will be...

This book along with Lars' paper and you will be set. The pictures in the book are helpful to understand which parts you are working with. Not sure if you can find one in Europe, but I was able to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-15-2018, 01:38 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,502
Posted By sstopczy

I posted this previously, but installing a...

I posted this previously, but installing a wideband O2 sensor will give you the information you are looking for regarding your suspected lean condition. I was disappointed after my rebuild due to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-10-2018, 11:23 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,502
Posted By sstopczy

I felt the same way after my engine was rebuilt. ...

I felt the same way after my engine was rebuilt. I had the timing adjusted correctly per Lars' papers and it just didn't feel like it had power. I purchased a wideband A/F meter and once I intalled...
Forum: C4 ZR-1 Discussion
09-06-2017, 07:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,225
Posted By sstopczy

Low mileage ZR-1 for sale on Craigslist

I am in the C3 section and don't have much knowledge of C4's but thought I would share this low mileage ZR-1 for sale.
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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-11-2017, 08:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,933
Posted By sstopczy

I have the stock dual snorkel on my '79 to feed...

I have the stock dual snorkel on my '79 to feed the engine with cool air. Open your hood after a drive and you will realize how hot the air is in the engine compartment. If you can avoid it, you...
Forum: C3 General
07-28-2017, 09:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 789
Posted By sstopczy

This is about what I paid to have them rebuilt...

This is about what I paid to have them rebuilt locally and you won't have to pay for shipping. The cost will increase if you have the labor of someone else removing and reinstalling them.
Forum: C3 General
07-27-2017, 07:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 789
Posted By sstopczy

I was thinking all four, but that is just a...

I was thinking all four, but that is just a guess. I would get in touch with your local Corvette Club and ask where you should take it to have the work done. They should be able to recommend a...
Forum: C3 General
07-27-2017, 04:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 789
Posted By sstopczy

If you take the half shafts off yourself not...

If you take the half shafts off yourself not much. I took mine off myself and the changed the u-joints and balance them for around $175 include new solid Spicer u-joints. I am guessing if you want...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-24-2017, 10:15 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,452
Posted By sstopczy

I used dynamat in my 79 and it is nice stuff. It...

I used dynamat in my 79 and it is nice stuff. It works best at stopping sound when placed on metal. Think of it like placing your finger on a bell and ringing it - that is the basic concept of how it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-09-2017, 11:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,990
Posted By sstopczy

Against the sleeve. I had the same problem and...

Against the sleeve. I had the same problem and put a little pipe thread tape on the rod and then tightened the nut and they have held ever since.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-24-2017, 02:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 317
Posted By sstopczy

Your '84 is a C4 and you will likely find your...

Your '84 is a C4 and you will likely find your answers in the C4 section of the forum. Best of luck resolving your issues. Try to get in touch with your local Corvette Club for suggestions for...
Forum: C3 General
03-22-2017, 01:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,552
Posted By sstopczy

I always love "engine and transmission just...

I always love "engine and transmission just rebuilt with only a few hundred miles on them." If you spent all that money to get them rebuilt, why are you turning around and selling it right away. We...
Forum: C3 General
10-13-2016, 05:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,828
Posted By sstopczy

I had a similar issue after I had my engine...

I had a similar issue after I had my engine rebuilt and determined I was running too lean. I bought at Wideband O2 sensor and that allowed me re-jet the carb which made a world of difference. It...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-04-2016, 01:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,535
Posted By sstopczy

:iagree: I've been doing the same thing on my...

:iagree: I've been doing the same thing on my '79 since 2009 without any starting problems in the spring.
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