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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-18-2004, 07:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 463
Posted By BayRay

Tricks to stop interior squeeks?

The interior trim around my 65 Coupe's rear window squeeks from vibration. The trim screws are all tight but I notice some flex in the trim between screw heads. If I put my hand on the trim it...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-15-2004, 08:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,004
Posted By BayRay

For those considering glove box door restoration

I just finished replacing the brushed aluminum insert on my glove box door. I purchased the kit from LIC and was pleased with the quality of the kit. I don't know how the other kits are put...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-02-2004, 06:03 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,707
Posted By BayRay

Re: Hood separated, what glue to use? (quahog)

JohnZ,

Where do you get the gum drop stuff??

BayRay

Happy 4th of July to all!!
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-02-2004, 09:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 363
Posted By BayRay

Re: Gas Door Assembly - Where to buy just the latch (RGGregory)

I have a good used one. I had to buy the whole assembly due to corroded rivets on the bottom of my gas door assembly. I saved the plastic latch, screw, and spring. My vette is a 65, I would think...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-28-2004, 09:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 684
Posted By BayRay

Re: My Sad Power Brake Saga Continues (pjmonfre)

pjmonfire,

To adjust free travel, the service manual states:

1. Brake pedal clevis should be adjusted to give barely perceptible end play between main cylinder piston and the brake push rod.
...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-27-2004, 06:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 684
Posted By BayRay

Re: My Sad Power Brake Saga Continues (pjmonfre)

pjmonfre,

I'll take a stab at it.

How about checking your brake pedal free travel. If your brake pedal doesn't have the correct amount of free travel, the pedal could prevent the master...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-20-2004, 08:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 485
Posted By BayRay

Re: 66 power steering conversion (tl-vette)

tl-vette,

I converted about six months ago. Here are a couple issues I dealt with.

1. Get the right power steering pulley for your engine configuration. A 300hp 327 takes a different power...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-08-2004, 07:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 705
Posted By BayRay

Re: Body Roll?? (BayRay)

Thanks for all the replies. It sounds like I might have something amiss with my suspension. I guess I will just have to put it on jackstands and start to check the basics.

I have had the car...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-07-2004, 09:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 705
Posted By BayRay

Body Roll??

When driving my 65 Coupe I often get a feeling that it's unstable, especially when changing lanes. If I had to put a name to it I would call it body roll. If anyone has driven the old Army jeep, it...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
12-05-2003, 09:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 630
Posted By BayRay

Was Bubba a mechanic or engineer?

I see numerous references to some guy named Bubba on this forum. I am trying to figure out if he was or still is a specialized corvette technician or a highly creative mechanical engineer. I feel...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-10-2003, 08:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 738
Posted By BayRay

Re: Anyone in SF Bay area done Steeroids? (LouieM)

LouieM,

Don't know if this is what you are looking for but here is a website that might help you out.
http://www.corvettesteering.com/55-57%20chevy.htm

BayRay
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-09-2003, 08:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,365
Posted By BayRay

Re: '64 power steering conversion -- do I need the add-on crank pulley? (Tom Piper)

Tom,

Use the inner crank pulley groove for your alternator and use the outer for the power steering pump. The power steering pump belt does not go around the water pump pulley. I recently put...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-27-2003, 07:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 239
Posted By BayRay

Which way does Coupe door weatherstrip go??

I'm putting new door weatherstripping on my 65 Coupe. The top back corner is a no brainer, but once coming off the corner, it looks like the weatherstripping can be attached two different ways. One...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-27-2003, 04:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 344
Posted By BayRay

Re: New headlight motor?? (mogulmike)

Mine did the same thing. I took it apart and found the gear was worn out, (40 bucks from Ecklers), and the brushes were coated with an oil film. I replaced the gear and seat the backlash, put it...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-16-2003, 06:45 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,899
Posted By BayRay

What's your biggest, OOPS!!

I just finished installing new carpet today in my 65 Coupe. I had to do some trimming around the shifter on the drivers side. When I was installing the console, I noticed my trim job was going to...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-13-2003, 12:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 491
Posted By BayRay

How do you get seat belt out of the plastic pocket??

My 65 Coupe seatbelt pockets are pretty torn up. I want to replace the pockets, but can't seem to get the seat belt out of the pocket. Granted I could cut the plastic off, but still would have the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-06-2003, 01:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,841
Posted By BayRay

Re: Rebuild kit for Holley 2818 (Allcoupedup)

Those prices seem kind of high. I ordered a holley kit from summit, part number HLY-37-1542 and it cost 19.95. It was just gaskets, needle valves, power valve, etc. No choke parts, just the choke...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-26-2003, 10:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 617
Posted By BayRay

Re: My Continuous Pursuit of Shoulder Belts (paul67)

I followed the link for the install process on the mustang. I would think the bottom mounting point(using the big washer) could rip thru the floor board. I don't have a warm and fuzzy feeling about...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
09-17-2003, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 585
Posted By BayRay

Re: Pre Ebay C2 Parts (BayRay)

Thermostat housing is sold
Park Brake shoes are sold
SS Brake hardware sold

Thanks
Barry
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-16-2003, 04:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 892
Posted By BayRay

Re: Power steering conversion kit or not?? (Tom Piper)

Just put my kit in a few weeks ago. Cost was 680.00 from a vendor. I had to modify the power steering bracket some in order to get enough travel from the pump in order to get the belt around the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-16-2003, 04:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 623
Posted By BayRay

Re: I think I know what I got into (NCC-1701)

Enjoy, welcome aboard :cheers:

BayRay
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-16-2003, 04:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 536
Posted By BayRay

Re: Where do you guys get your Holley kits? (Allcoupedup)

AllCoupedup,

I recommend a genuine Holley brand kit. I went with a generic brand kit from a local auto parts store and had leaks all over the place. :banghead:

I ordered a Holley kit from...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
09-16-2003, 04:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 585
Posted By BayRay

Pre Ebay C2 Parts

Idler pulley off my 350HP 327, great shape, with bolt and stud - $65.00
Thermostat housing P/N 3827370, used but good - $20.00
1963 4 speed shifter boot, new, p/n 3822947, still in GM bag - $15.00...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-09-2003, 05:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 434
Posted By BayRay

Re: Power steering pulleys (Tom Piper)

Tom,

Do you know what kind of engine your car had? If it was/is a SHP 327 then it it used an idler pulley on the drivers side of the engine. Both the water pump and the crank pulleys were double...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
08-28-2003, 03:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 475
Posted By BayRay

Re: parts wanted - various 64,65 SHP components (Allcoupedup)

I have a complete idler pulley setup. I just installed power steering last weekend so I see no need to hang on to it. My original engine is long gone, so I am not concerned about keeping it pure...
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