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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-15-2023, 09:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 303
Posted By megtom2

Definite ground issue.

Definite ground issue.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-02-2023, 05:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,070
Posted By megtom2

Good point. I redid the valve stem seals 10+...

Good point. I redid the valve stem seals 10+ years ago but can’t remember if it started after I was finished or later on. It definitely seems to be drivers side so at least that’s the easier valve...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-01-2023, 03:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,070
Posted By megtom2

I just don’t see how any of the above would do...

I just don’t see how any of the above would do this only when it’s cold. I guess having timing a bit too advanced would be the same. I really figured there was a plenum leak so when smoke didn’t come...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-01-2023, 03:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,070
Posted By megtom2

Sorry to revive an old post but I’m experiencing...

Sorry to revive an old post but I’m experiencing the exact same issue. 1986 and it will pop in the intake if I rev it until it’s up to about 160 degrees. I thought maybe there was a leak in the...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-09-2023, 10:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 982
Posted By megtom2

I got these and they work great. Auxbeam 5x7...

I got these and they work great.
Auxbeam 5x7 7x6 Inch Led Headlights with High Low Beam H6054 6054 Led Rectangular Headlight ...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-02-2023, 11:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 334
Posted By megtom2

Looks like exactly what I did to my 86. I already...

Looks like exactly what I did to my 86. I already had a 195/175 switch in the head between 1&3 so after I put in a Dewitt’s radiator and fan I spliced into the sensor wire and spliced it into the...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
06-05-2023, 10:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 275
Posted By megtom2

I just put a Dewitt’s in my 1986 and couldn’t be...

I just put a Dewitt’s in my 1986 and couldn’t be happier. Wish I’d been able to afford it 10 years ago. Keeps it cool.
I’m no expert but I’ve read numerous times the stock injectors will suffice for...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-03-2023, 02:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,208
Posted By megtom2

as a long time (10+years) owner of a 1986 it’s...

as a long time (10+years) owner of a 1986 it’s not the value of these cars that keeps us working on them. Lol
i think I could sell ours for what we paid for it in 2010.
that’s after the thousands...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-28-2023, 10:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 293
Posted By megtom2

On my 86 it was the first two on the right too...

On my 86 it was the first two on the right too row as you look at the connector.
like I said it’s an 86.
https://www.corvettebuyers.com/c4vettes/aldl.JPG
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-24-2023, 08:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,478
Posted By megtom2

Dr Feelgood.

Dr Feelgood.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-23-2023, 12:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,485
Posted By megtom2

Would these fit without spacers? ...

Would these fit without spacers?
https://www.ebay.com/itm/133844397839?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=egZGcqNySdq&sssrc=2349624&ssuid=WylY3a65SUC&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-19-2023, 10:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,485
Posted By megtom2

I’d love to update the wheels on my 86 as well...

I’d love to update the wheels on my 86 as well but it’s very hard to find 17” wheels that fit.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-19-2023, 10:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 264
Posted By megtom2

Basically reminds me of how hard it is getting to...

Basically reminds me of how hard it is getting to find parts for this car. I saw where some enterprising folks had a set of four bolts with the nut for $40 on eBay. USED. Only place to get them now.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-19-2023, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 264
Posted By megtom2

Yeah I ended up using them. They are m10 1.50 but...

Yeah I ended up using them. They are m10 1.50 but the ones at Lowe’s have a larger head. Won’t fit through the access hole. Hope the ones on it have another 37 years in them.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-19-2023, 07:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 264
Posted By megtom2

The bolts that hold the hub to the car. There are...

The bolts that hold the hub to the car. There are four of them.
they have 15mm heads.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-19-2023, 06:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 264
Posted By megtom2

Wheel Hub Bolt

1986 Corvette and I’m changing out the bearing hubs. The 37 year old bolts that are on it look like they really need to be replaced. Does anybody know the exact size or do I just take them to Lowe’s...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-01-2023, 02:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 355
Posted By megtom2

to tell you the truth I’m not sure how much the...

to tell you the truth I’m not sure how much the aux fan even does. With the stock radiator if I let it sit running it did not take it long to get to 195 and the aux fan(which I replaced maybe 2k...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-30-2023, 11:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 355
Posted By megtom2

1986 Corvette Fan Controls

Hello all. Long time no see. Using some free time to get some things done to our 86. First thing was to change the radiator to a Dewitt’s along with the fan. Ours has the B4P additional push fan in...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-12-2014, 08:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 5,911
Posted By megtom2

It is right there in the picture but be...

It is right there in the picture but be careful.The wires on mine were down to bare metal when I had to change mine out. You may want to order a pigtail for it while you have it out. The wires to the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-08-2014, 09:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,180
Posted By megtom2

I ordered the part from ecklers now have to wait...

I ordered the part from ecklers now have to wait for their verrrrry slow ship times.
Built my little 5/16s set screw by cutting a bolt with bolt cutters then cutting a slot in the top for a flat...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-07-2014, 03:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,270
Posted By megtom2

When going into the manifold on my 86 it always...

When going into the manifold on my 86 it always seems when putting it all back together I end up with an intake leak which will make it run like crap. Double check every torx bolt.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-07-2014, 03:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,180
Posted By megtom2

Sorry but it is an 86. I got a 5/16th bolt last...

Sorry but it is an 86. I got a 5/16th bolt last night and going to cut off the head today and give it a try.
Any idea on a part number for the plastic horn isolator? It broke into a thousand pieces...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-05-2014, 08:58 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,180
Posted By megtom2

How to reinstall steering wheel lock plate?

I have the puller tool but I can't figure out how to get it to clamp down so I can tighten down the plate to reinstall the c clip. The shaft is free and just pulls out as I screw down. Any help...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-14-2014, 02:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,066
Posted By megtom2

Targa Top Cracked

Guess it got too cold in the garage and a crack formed over the driver side seat. Not sure if it is the one from factory or a prior owner had replaced the factory top. Of course looking up the codes...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-24-2013, 08:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 920
Posted By megtom2

1986 Heater Core

Here's what's going on.
Smell of coolant and windows fog up. Only thing I found odd was if I let the defrost go while the car sat for 10 minutes the windows cleared and it was fine. Guess the core...
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