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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-01-2016, 01:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 843
Posted By donyue

Thanks for all the replies. From what I...

Thanks for all the replies.

From what I gather it really is not worth taking it to the professional as he does not have a dyno and will only recurve the distributor and setup the carb based on...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-30-2016, 05:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 843
Posted By donyue

Distributor re-curve and carb tuning

I have a question for all the engine experts out there. Is it worth the cost to have a MSD Pro-billet distributor re-curved and Quick Fuel SS 750 mechanical secondary carb tuned by a professional on...
Forum: C3 General
09-11-2015, 12:52 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 93,124
Posted By donyue

Hi Brent, Thanks for the updated photos. I...

Hi Brent,

Thanks for the updated photos. I suspect with the body work that you have had done and the engine/drive train modifications you would qualify as pro-touring. I think the only items you...
Forum: C3 General
09-10-2015, 07:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,106
Posted By donyue

The are a number of threads on this forum about...

The are a number of threads on this forum about LS swaps. As mentioned it can be done with enough money, time, and patience. Whether it is worth it or not depends on owner.

It is definitely...
Forum: C3 General
09-10-2015, 07:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,049
Posted By donyue

Fantastic thread! Great opinions. I've been...

Fantastic thread! Great opinions. I've been kicking around the idea of selling my C3 for a C5 but I have to agree that my C3 gets way more attention and noticed a lot more than a C5.

If I do...
Forum: C3 General
09-10-2015, 06:34 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 93,124
Posted By donyue

Everytime I see Danny Popp's car it gives me...

Everytime I see Danny Popp's car it gives me reason to keep going with my 77.

Here's a link to one of my favorites:

http://customimagecorvettes.com/portfolio/red-rum-brents-76/

And another...
Forum: C3 General
05-01-2015, 04:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,855
Posted By donyue

Hi StingrayLust, Any new updates on the...

Hi StingrayLust,

Any new updates on the LGT-700 install? Would like to see how the trans compares to a TKO-600. How difficult has the install been including having to source the extra parts to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-27-2015, 10:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,982
Posted By donyue

Hi Jim, Looks like you had a lot of fun with...

Hi Jim,

Looks like you had a lot of fun with your build. I've often thought about switching my Weiand X-celerator intake for a Weiand Team G or an Edelbrock Victor Junior intake but I'm not sure...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-24-2015, 06:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,982
Posted By donyue

Nice write-up Stingraylust. My Tristar 427...

Nice write-up Stingraylust.

My Tristar 427 is similar to your engine. I made some small changes to the build, like I used a Weiand X-celerator intake, and Dart Pro 1 straight plug heads.

I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-21-2015, 01:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,423
Posted By donyue

I had a similar problem when I first installed my...

I had a similar problem when I first installed my engine with an Edelbrock fuel pump with no return. I've since fabricated my own return system based on recommendations from Lars on this forum. ...
Forum: C3 General
04-06-2015, 08:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,528
Posted By donyue

Hi Flynavy30, You might try to have a look...

Hi Flynavy30,

You might try to have a look on the forum for members that have installed reupholstered Fiero seats into their C3s.

I don't have any experience with them, but others might be...
Forum: C3 General
04-06-2015, 06:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,528
Posted By donyue

Hi Flynavy30, I have the Corbeau GTS II...

Hi Flynavy30,

I have the Corbeau GTS II seats from Speed direct in my car. I ordered them with the shaved option to gain extra space. What I found is that in my car when mounted on the supplied...
Forum: C3 General
03-27-2015, 11:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,232
Posted By donyue

I have the Corbeau GTSII seats from Speed Direct...

I have the Corbeau GTSII seats from Speed Direct in my 77. They fit pretty good.

Although, I am 5'10" and my head almost touches the roof of my car when I put the seat all the way back and...
Forum: C3 General
03-27-2015, 09:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,362
Posted By donyue

Ok, sounds like you have gone through a lot of...

Ok, sounds like you have gone through a lot of time and brake fluid and I can relate to how frustrating brakes on a C3 can be.

First do you have the original calipers on the car? If you do, then...
Forum: C3 General
03-27-2015, 09:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 597
Posted By donyue

I will advise that you should get a brake bleeder...

I will advise that you should get a brake bleeder system similar to the Motive bleeder and bleed the system again. Make sure you bench bleed the master cylinder to remove all the air before you...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-27-2015, 08:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,572
Posted By donyue

I put mine in wiper box on the passenger side. ...

I put mine in wiper box on the passenger side. You can't see it with the hood closed, and it is isolated from the engine compartment heat. Plus I can still get access to it fairly easily to adjust...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-27-2015, 08:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,281
Posted By donyue

I had a problem with my drivers window. First...

I had a problem with my drivers window. First the regulator broke when the tab attaching it to the door snapped off. Apparently you can buy the just the tab with a bolt to repair it. I chose to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-27-2015, 08:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 818
Posted By donyue

Ok, the old rotors on the car need the rivets...

Ok, the old rotors on the car need the rivets drilled out to remove the rotors. The rivets are located between each wheel stud.

The new rotors have the holes for the rivets but if you are not...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-26-2015, 03:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 818
Posted By donyue

If you are replacing the calipers or rebuilding...

If you are replacing the calipers or rebuilding them then you will need to bleed the brakes.

The bleeding process on our cars can be quite the pain in the butt. I ended up having to get a brake...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-21-2015, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 480
Posted By donyue

Hi KJL, I thought I would reply to your thread...

Hi KJL, I thought I would reply to your thread since no one else seems to want to help!

Currently I am running BFG g-Force T/A KDW 2 on 18 inch rims. I think if you really want a true high...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-16-2015, 06:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,220
Posted By donyue

Thanks marolf101x. your update on the bracket...

Thanks marolf101x. your update on the bracket that was made for the Borgeson box to be installed into the Ridetech c3 corvette is very informative.

Do you know if Ridetech will be making that...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-16-2015, 12:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,220
Posted By donyue

I think that I will tackle the Borgeson unit...

I think that I will tackle the Borgeson unit myself as it seems as a number of forum members have done it and have managed to complete the project successfully without too many problems.

Just...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-16-2015, 12:25 AM
Replies: 418
Views: 182,640
Posted By donyue

Thanks for the reply Gordonm. Lots to consider. ...

Thanks for the reply Gordonm. Lots to consider. If I go with the LS7 then it is likely I will go down a similar path that Brents 76 restomod did.

I would probably contact Custom Image...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-15-2015, 08:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,220
Posted By donyue

I have a borgeson kit waiting to be installed. I...

I have a borgeson kit waiting to be installed. I thought about rebuilding the stock unit but then I figured why bother for the slight difference in cost I would end up with new more responsive...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-15-2015, 04:08 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 182,640
Posted By donyue

Great thread GordonM, Any new updated...

Great thread GordonM,

Any new updated progress on your car? Is it complete and running without further issues? I have a line on a used LS7 and am seriously considering the swap from SBC to LS7. ...
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