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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-05-2024, 07:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 437
Posted By 2009stanger

Eight hits with a lead hammer. Before...

Eight hits with a lead hammer. Before installation, I strongly suggest doing a search for this topic. Instructions have been posted on the forum. A few vendors also have the instructions on their...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-07-2024, 10:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 456
Posted By 2009stanger

I’ve had knock offs on my 65 for the last 13...

I’ve had knock offs on my 65 for the last 13 years. I’ve always used needle nose pliers to pull the pins out before removing the wheels. If one is stuck, I usually tap the spinner with the lead...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-05-2023, 07:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 431
Posted By 2009stanger

Several years ago I bought both a B28 and B26...

Several years ago I bought both a B28 and B26 from Rockauto. I used the B26 and never returned the 28. If you think it may be what you are looking for, I will send it to you.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-03-2023, 12:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 485
Posted By 2009stanger

I used the Denso’s that you listed. I gapped them...

I used the Denso’s that you listed. I gapped them at .035. They work well. I changed mine from above except for numbers 6 and 8. I tried to get them from above, but it was easier for me to change...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-01-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 728
Posted By 2009stanger

Thank you for the heads up. I’ve ordered...

Thank you for the heads up. I’ve ordered incorrect parts in the past.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-01-2023, 12:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 728
Posted By 2009stanger

I appreciate the replies and guidance that I have...

I appreciate the replies and guidance that I have received. I did a lot of reading regarding this issue from old forum posts. I learned a lot about lip vs o-ring seals and how it has helped others...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-31-2023, 09:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 728
Posted By 2009stanger

Thanks for pointing that out. I was unaware. I...

Thanks for pointing that out. I was unaware. I have knock off wheels. This is the first time I’ve removed the adapters since I’ve owned the car.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-31-2023, 06:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 728
Posted By 2009stanger

Yes, I guess I can say that I can catch a finger...

Yes, I guess I can say that I can catch a finger nail on that rotor.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-31-2023, 02:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 728
Posted By 2009stanger

I did read in an old post where someone else had...

I did read in an old post where someone else had that problem but I don’t think they ever said what they did to fix it. Would you suggest replacing the rotor? Thank you for the reply.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-31-2023, 02:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 728
Posted By 2009stanger

Brake Question

I’ve owned my 65 L79 for 13 years. Usually, every two to three years I bleed the brakes. However, I’ve had to bleed them three times in less than a year. They are good for a couple of months. When I...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-19-2023, 04:24 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 18,744
Posted By 2009stanger

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Makeshift neighborhood July 4th parade during...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-05-2022, 03:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,871
Posted By 2009stanger

This is exactly what happened to me when I was...

This is exactly what happened to me when I was going through this several years ago. A piston stop confirmed the balancer had slipped as others had suggested.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2022, 05:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,004
Posted By 2009stanger

Don, I believe I got it from LIC, but it’s been...

Don, I believe I got it from LIC, but it’s been several years. I do not know the part number. LIC may have gone out of business.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2022, 04:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,004
Posted By 2009stanger

I had the same problem. I can’t remember which...

I had the same problem. I can’t remember which vendor I bought it from, but a canister rebuild kit solved the problem.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-26-2021, 01:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,630
Posted By 2009stanger

4th of July 2020. With all the parades cancelled...

4th of July 2020. With all the parades cancelled due to covid, I was asked to lead the kids in the neighborhood on our own parade. I was honored to do so. ...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-28-2021, 12:18 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,421
Posted By 2009stanger

That was the same thing that was happening to me....

That was the same thing that was happening to me. I can’t remember if I got a new wire to the choke, or spliced the existing wire into the wire for the wiper motor. Either way, it ended up being a...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-27-2021, 08:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,421
Posted By 2009stanger

Good morning, the same thing happened to me about...

Good morning, the same thing happened to me about two years ago. Thanks to the advice from members on this forum, I was able to determine that the power to the electric choke was the issue. I spiced...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-29-2021, 06:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,471
Posted By 2009stanger

My grandfather, who was in WW2 in the European...

My grandfather, who was in WW2 in the European theater. The bronze star is from the Battle at Anzio. A great man who lived to be 98. ...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-27-2021, 08:51 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,297
Posted By 2009stanger

I lived in a row home in Baltimore City when I...

I lived in a row home in Baltimore City when I purchased my 65. My garage space was limited but I made it work. I have since moved to the county and having a larger garage definitely makes it easier...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-26-2021, 02:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,238
Posted By 2009stanger

I grew up near Dr. McCagh and went to middle and...

I grew up near Dr. McCagh and went to middle and high school with one of his daughters. My dad was in pharmaceutical sales so he new him. Dr. McCagh use to let us fish on his pond when I was very...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-23-2021, 10:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,373
Posted By 2009stanger

I was able to remove my rear seal with a wood...

I was able to remove my rear seal with a wood dowel that I purchased at either Home Depot or Lowes.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-15-2021, 06:25 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 5,856
Posted By 2009stanger

I’ve also been asked several times if I’m the...

I’ve also been asked several times if I’m the original owner of my 65. I was born in 71. I’ve also been asked if it’s faster than a new corvette. I’ve never driven a new one, but, I think it’s safe...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-10-2021, 09:36 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,368
Posted By 2009stanger

Great video Tom. That garage looks familiar. We...

Great video Tom. That garage looks familiar. We are lucky to have nice country roads in Maryland. Looking forward to some warmer weather so we can get back at it!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-06-2021, 10:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,076
Posted By 2009stanger

The shop that mounted my tires on the knock offs...

The shop that mounted my tires on the knock offs used the stick on weights. They had to re-locate one weight because it made slight contact with the caliper. It has been more than a year and I...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-12-2020, 02:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,143
Posted By 2009stanger

I found this 1935 “Walking Liberty” inside my...

I found this 1935 “Walking Liberty” inside my door last summer. I had to look it up to identify it. ...
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