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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-05-2014, 03:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 866
Posted By 69ttop

I came across an article in ncrs corvette...

I came across an article in ncrs corvette restorer on how to restore the stock mirror assembly. I have over a hundred of those magazines so if I can find the issue number and date I will post it.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-01-2013, 10:43 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 10,259
Posted By 69ttop

my engine rebuilder has been rebuilding engines...

my engine rebuilder has been rebuilding engines forever. when he did mine he told me to never use synthetic oil because its to slippery and the lifters don't turn as well. so I simply use Valvoline...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-24-2013, 06:24 PM
Replies: 725
Views: 497,611
Posted By 69ttop

do not use synthetic oil in flat tappet engines I...

do not use synthetic oil in flat tappet engines I understand that its too slippery which causes the lifters not to turn. I use valvoline vr1 10w30 in my L46.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-24-2013, 05:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 869
Posted By 69ttop

get a bolt without a washer and simply screw it...

get a bolt without a washer and simply screw it all the way in the end of the crank so the center puller screw will turn on the bolt head.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-19-2013, 06:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 17,290
Posted By 69ttop

Resetting the clock as described in my 1969...

Resetting the clock as described in my 1969 corvette owners manual:

Resetting the clock provides auto-matic regulation providing there is an error, either fast or slow, of at least 3 minutes. No...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-19-2013, 05:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,613
Posted By 69ttop

I would never section a fuel line. I would go to...

I would never section a fuel line. I would go to the trouble to lift the body (lift the body straight up 12" or so then back down) to install a one piece prebent correct front to back fuel line....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-17-2013, 10:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 697
Posted By 69ttop

the T fitting has a large nipple for the brake...

the T fitting has a large nipple for the brake booster and a smaller diameter nipple for the other vacuum accessories on the vett just as it was designed by GM. the vacuum hose for the brake booster...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-17-2013, 07:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 697
Posted By 69ttop

my vett has a T on the intake manifold that...

my vett has a T on the intake manifold that supplies vacuum to the brake booster. I would disconnect the hose and plug the fitting to see if you still have the problem.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-15-2013, 05:47 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,613
Posted By 69ttop

my friend built a Mitchell engine for his '69...

my friend built a Mitchell engine for his '69 that was close to 600 hp.
the 3/8 fuel line delivery was not an issue. to install a STOCK fuel line correctly you have to lift the body.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-14-2013, 09:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 486
Posted By 69ttop

I replaced my engine harness with a new one from...

I replaced my engine harness with a new one from Letric Limited and the notion of using a breaker bar for a 3/8 nut was never considered. there is a horizontal sheet metal splash shield just below...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-01-2013, 09:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 885
Posted By 69ttop

I was in the same scenario that you are in. I...

I was in the same scenario that you are in. I started to do a body on restoration by removing the IRS and was going to restor in stages but for me that got old, so I removed the body put it on a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-30-2012, 08:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,258
Posted By 69ttop

I would strongly recommend that you replace the...

I would strongly recommend that you replace the entire hose with with a quality new one if you have to drop the tank then thats what you have to do. dropping the tank is not a big deal.
with the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-27-2012, 09:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 726
Posted By 69ttop

I would think if your coolant level was that low...

I would think if your coolant level was that low the engine would over heat. if this is an A/C car the heater water valve should be checked.
but also since the car is 30 + years old, the foam...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-17-2012, 11:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,583
Posted By 69ttop

ttop502, I like the puller idea does it bend or...

ttop502, I like the puller idea does it bend or deform the cross member metal is any way?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-17-2012, 01:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,583
Posted By 69ttop

I agree with Alan. disconnect every thing put a...

I agree with Alan. disconnect every thing put a floor jack under the assembly and pop the cross member with a long heavy duty pry bar. I used a six foot digging bar.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-15-2012, 07:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 689
Posted By 69ttop

water builds up in the caliper and settles to the...

water builds up in the caliper and settles to the bottom of the bores the electro reaction between he aluminum piston and steel pitts the bore and that is what causes the leakes over time
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-14-2012, 02:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,492
Posted By 69ttop

the 74 seats should bolt right in place with out...

the 74 seats should bolt right in place with out doing anything. to make sure remove the pass seat go to the 74 seat guy and do a dry fit. pass and drv seats are interchangeable.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-14-2012, 02:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 689
Posted By 69ttop

what I suggest is to have your calipers stainless...

what I suggest is to have your calipers stainless steel sleeved and upgrade to "O" ring pistons and have your original calipers returned to you to maintain correctness. it will coast extra but its...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-14-2012, 02:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,127
Posted By 69ttop

think he means rocker panels just below the door...

think he means rocker panels just below the door sills which is a part of the bird cage
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-14-2012, 02:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 571
Posted By 69ttop

sounds good, thats what the forums are all about.

sounds good, thats what the forums are all about.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-14-2012, 10:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 622
Posted By 69ttop

you should be able to find STOCK carpet for your...

you should be able to find STOCK carpet for your c3 corvette. check the catalogs. I bought my ACC carpet from last detail corvette parts. I recommend replacing all the carpet as I did.

...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-13-2012, 09:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 571
Posted By 69ttop

the shaft on the column is telescoping so more...

the shaft on the column is telescoping so more than likely the lower shaft pushed up inside the upper hollow half a bit, maybe from being stored on its end or whatever. I know this because the same...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-12-2012, 10:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 939
Posted By 69ttop

at the time I did my restoration in 2006 I found...

at the time I did my restoration in 2006 I found Last Detail corvette parts had the best prices for Letric Limited harnesses. I replaced the rear light and engine harnesses and rewraped the dash and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-11-2012, 07:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 904
Posted By 69ttop

when I lifted my body I used a 2 ton engine...

when I lifted my body I used a 2 ton engine hoist, straps and an engine leveler. it was just me and the wife, she just kept the body from swinging. after the lift I put it on a dolly that I built....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-11-2012, 07:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 10,083
Posted By 69ttop

I had a similar problem. I bought a delco clutch...

I had a similar problem. I bought a delco clutch kit because I didn't want any problems. Well after I installed the clutch the linkage geometry was off. the fork was up against the bell housing....
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