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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-13-2023, 07:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 436
Posted By OLDED

I have that GTO base and cover on my 59, along...

I have that GTO base and cover on my 59, along with a L79 aluminum intake and Edelbrock carb. There are no clearance issues. approximately 1/2" - 3/4" between hood and filter cover.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-08-2023, 11:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 947
Posted By OLDED

If the buildup of grease and road grime is...

If the buildup of grease and road grime is indicative of the rest of the car's condition, buyer beware
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-04-2023, 08:05 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,845
Posted By OLDED

I was 7 or 8 years old, attending a rural county...

I was 7 or 8 years old, attending a rural county fair in the Midwest with the family and the local Chevy dealer had a 53 on display.
The dealer was giving rides to lucky raffle ticket winners....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-06-2023, 08:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 630
Posted By OLDED

I would try a citrus based cleaner first - least...

I would try a citrus based cleaner first - least damaging first. Good luck with it.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-06-2023, 07:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 814
Posted By OLDED

One of the good guys - never actually met him,...

One of the good guys - never actually met him, but I dealt with him many times and always came away well schooled.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-20-2023, 10:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 833
Posted By OLDED

What type PS do you have and how do you like it ...

What type PS do you have and how do you like it
I'm looking to do my 59 and a friends 62,
thanks.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-24-2022, 01:47 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,564
Posted By OLDED

Nothing more fun than rowing the gears with your...

Nothing more fun than rowing the gears with your right foot planted to the floor - let up after the lights!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-13-2022, 10:53 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 13,124
Posted By OLDED

I installed a Camaro T-5 in my 59 a few years ago...

I installed a Camaro T-5 in my 59 a few years ago and love it. I used the tilted Camaro bellhousing and made a replacement crossmember to match up with the trans and frame. I drilled and tapped the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-28-2021, 10:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,632
Posted By OLDED

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My 5 spd., T5 trans conversion with the replica bolt on...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-25-2021, 11:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,596
Posted By OLDED

Starting these old beasts, I always use a...

Starting these old beasts, I always use a 2-stroke pre-mix gas to prime through the carb - that gives the cylinder walls some needed lubrication and allows for instant firing - FWIW.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-25-2021, 10:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 483
Posted By OLDED

I am sure the bracket has been bent to be used in...

I am sure the bracket has been bent to be used in a non-stock application. Use heat to soften and rebend the end back to flat or it'll break, actually, it may break anyway, good luck with it.
I had...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-25-2021, 10:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 25,924
Posted By OLDED

Old but good thread. Any suggestions for a good...

Old but good thread.
Any suggestions for a good installer in the Atlanta, GA area - to do my 59?

Thx

Ed
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
02-16-2021, 07:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 342
Posted By OLDED

1958-1962 Corvette Front Valance Panel Baffle

SOLD New, unmolested 1958-1962 Corvette Valance Panel Baffle. This is $114.99 at Ecklers currently..
$80.00 plus shipping. 770-851-8295, Georgia...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
02-07-2021, 08:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 837
Posted By OLDED

Surely someone else needs this more than me! LOL

Surely someone else needs this more than me! LOL
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-05-2021, 07:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,162
Posted By OLDED

I chuckle at the new term "Crate Engine" - just a...

I chuckle at the new term "Crate Engine" - just a few years ago they were still called "rebuilt" or 're-manufactured'.
! realize some are good performance builds and are good deals as well as good...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-01-2021, 11:25 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,417
Posted By OLDED

Thx for the info.

Thx for the info.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-28-2021, 10:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,417
Posted By OLDED

C1 steering wheel restoration?

I have an original C1 (59) steering wheel with a deteriorated plastic rim which may be good for a core for a restoration.
Who rebuilds these - perhaps they could use it for a core.

Thx, Ed...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
01-25-2021, 10:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 837
Posted By OLDED

Any interest??

Any interest??
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
01-14-2021, 07:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 837
Posted By OLDED

58 - 62 Steering Wheel w/hub and bell

( SOLD) Wheel is definitely rough, but restorable, was on a "field find" car setting in the weather for years. The hub is undamaged with good splines and bell is in primer over slight pitting, both...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-12-2020, 05:48 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 9,985
Posted By OLDED

If I outrun another car, I consider that car to...

If I outrun another car, I consider that car to have been "Vetted"!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-23-2018, 07:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,098
Posted By OLDED

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My 5 spd., T5 conversion with the replica bolt on Hurst...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-18-2018, 11:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Posted By OLDED

My 59 has the 4:11 posi which is no fun on any...

My 59 has the 4:11 posi which is no fun on any kind of open road. I installed a T5 for the overdrive 5th. gear - changed the personality of the car. Still has the low 1st. gear while rolling...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-01-2018, 10:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,948
Posted By OLDED

I used a bell crank from a 57 Chevy pass. car in...

I used a bell crank from a 57 Chevy pass. car in my T5 install in the 59, to get better mechanical advantage and pedal feel - FWIW
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-17-2018, 10:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,203
Posted By OLDED

The steering wheel is for a 64/65/66 Impala or...

The steering wheel is for a 64/65/66 Impala or Chevelle - sans horn ring.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-24-2017, 08:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 639
Posted By OLDED

Pick up truck or RV, as noted above.

Pick up truck or RV, as noted above.
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