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Forum: Northern California
12-14-2011, 12:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,088
Posted By C2Dan

[QUOTE=doje;1579442970]My suggestion is Active...

[QUOTE=doje;1579442970]My suggestion is Active Auto Body in SsHunnyvale. Talk to the owner, Shawn
Shawn and his people ave done ggreat work on my'65
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-22-2011, 01:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 594
Posted By C2Dan

It may depend somewhat on the brand of the...

It may depend somewhat on the brand of the goldstripe tires. Firestone Super Sports and Goodyear Power Cushion are "correct" for '65 cars, according to the NCRS Manual. This may enhance the value.
Forum: Northern California
07-20-2011, 07:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 539
Posted By C2Dan

:iagree: It seems like you're all set. But...

:iagree: It seems like you're all set. But Active Auto Body is an excellent suggestion. They worked on my '65 after a mechanic spilled brake fluid on a fender and let it marinate under a fender...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-07-2011, 05:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,117
Posted By C2Dan

Here is what the Firestone FR380s look like. I...

Here is what the Firestone FR380s look like. I got mine from Sears last Fall. I heard that they have been discontinued, but I did not confirm that.
...
Forum: Northern California
07-06-2011, 02:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,315
Posted By C2Dan

I got a ticket for lacking a front plate on my...

I got a ticket for lacking a front plate on my daily driver while parked on a city street in Palo Alto. It was a "fix it" ticket, and I had it signed off by a clerk at Palo Alto city hall. (Note...
Forum: Northern California
06-23-2011, 10:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 797
Posted By C2Dan

Todos Santos Plaza in downtown Concord.

Todos Santos Plaza in downtown Concord.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-23-2011, 10:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,317
Posted By C2Dan

I have used both Reliable and Intercity. The...

I have used both Reliable and Intercity. The results were fine with both; the Intercity delivery was somewhat smoother because the driver's wife rode along and did a good job keeping us up to date on...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-21-2011, 03:59 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,941
Posted By C2Dan

Very cool. We'll see if I get that request from...

Very cool. We'll see if I get that request from my daughter some day. (From what you say, the Powerglide would come in handy.)
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-21-2011, 03:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,369
Posted By C2Dan

I replaced my bias-ply tires with Firestone...

I replaced my bias-ply tires with Firestone FR380s in the 205/75R15 size. As others have said, that's the closest to original you can get. The improvement in handling and stability was huge. There...
Forum: Northern California
06-19-2011, 09:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 319
Posted By C2Dan

A few more Vette-o-Rama Pics, especially of the '53.

Here is a link to my (small) album:
http://s974.photobucket.com/albums/ae226/dniehans/Concord%20Corvette%20Show%202011/



And here is a sample:

...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-19-2011, 09:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 519
Posted By C2Dan

http://s974.photobucket.com/albums/ae226/dniehans/...

http://s974.photobucket.com/albums/ae226/dniehans/Concord%20Corvette%20Show%202011/

Here's a link to my album from the show. The pictures aren't great, and you may get better ones by posting on...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-08-2011, 06:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,550
Posted By C2Dan

I trust you know I was kidding :lol:. But even...

I trust you know I was kidding :lol:. But even C1s had a power top option, and my C6 buddies seem to like it as well. Did any Corvettes after C2s and before C6s have power tops?
Forum: Northern California
06-08-2011, 05:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 839
Posted By C2Dan

It was a great show last year, and we'll be back...

It was a great show last year, and we'll be back this year. As I sit here, I can see the huge trophy that we won. (You should have seen us driving home from the show, with that thing sticking out...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-08-2011, 05:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,133
Posted By C2Dan

:iagree: based on recent experience. There are...

:iagree: based on recent experience. There are also many prior threads on this, reaching the same conclusion.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-08-2011, 05:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 622
Posted By C2Dan

Interior dye from CA should work well. (Their...

Interior dye from CA should work well. (Their site/catalog has the numbers.) As an alternative, you can purchase new panels in the correct color; I don't think I paid a lot for mine. Then you...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-08-2011, 05:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,550
Posted By C2Dan

I do everything from the outside, partly because...

I do everything from the outside, partly because I have one of those pillows to protect the rear window. Does anyone make a power top conversion for a mid-year??? I know it's decadent, but I love...
Forum: Northern California
06-05-2011, 02:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 975
Posted By C2Dan

Oh, I forgot, the last day of the Goodguys West...

Oh, I forgot, the last day of the Goodguys West Coast Nationals is August 28. This is in Pleasanton, in the East Bay, roughly at the intersection of Interstate 580 and Interstate 680. I've never...
Forum: Northern California
06-05-2011, 01:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 975
Posted By C2Dan

Grüezi! The Hillsborough Concours is on...

Grüezi!

The Hillsborough Concours is on August 28. This is one of the best collector car exhibitions in Northern California, not as prestigious as Pebble Beach but well worth attending. ...
Forum: Northern California
05-31-2011, 02:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 839
Posted By C2Dan

Here are a few thoughts: 1. If you search...

Here are a few thoughts:

1. If you search the C2 Forum (and probably others) for "transport," you will find several earlier threads with a lot of information and recommendations.

2. Although I...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-30-2011, 12:38 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,533
Posted By C2Dan

I understand the problem; I once had a Boxster...

I understand the problem; I once had a Boxster (an early model with the vinyl rear window) whose rear window split horizontally. It was still under warranty and Porsche replaced the entire top! On...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-25-2011, 03:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 691
Posted By C2Dan

I'd send it to Jerry Rudbeck for an evaluation. ...

I'd send it to Jerry Rudbeck for an evaluation. It will cost you some postage, but I have a hard time believing that some of the parts aren't usable. Worst case, given them to Jerry for free, and...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-23-2011, 12:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 541
Posted By C2Dan

Welcome to the club! In general, I've had...

Welcome to the club!

In general, I've had the best luck with Corvette America and Paragon. CA has a huge supply of parts, and I've been very happy with its customer service. (I believe that CA...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-21-2011, 11:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 711
Posted By C2Dan

Looks good! By the way, Corvette America sells...

Looks good! By the way, Corvette America sells floor mats that match their carpet perfectly.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-20-2011, 12:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,035
Posted By C2Dan

That's exactly what I did last Fall. The rebuilt...

That's exactly what I did last Fall. The rebuilt radio is great, and the speaker is a big improvement. (Don't expect Lexus sound, no matter what you do.) But keep in mind that the antenna cable is...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-16-2011, 01:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,232
Posted By C2Dan

:iagree: Low-gloss, in a color coordinated with...

:iagree: Low-gloss, in a color coordinated with the carpet color, according to the NCRS manual. By the way, according to the literature, some mid-years had a small piece of carpeting under the...
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