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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-12-2023, 03:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 601
Posted By sailorsteve

Finally back to this- ctsy fuse reinstalled, C241...

Finally back to this- ctsy fuse reinstalled, C241 reconnected, everything off, doors closed (so, no ctsy lights on), meter showed .003 amp residual current.

Started engine for a couple of minutes,...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-08-2023, 03:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 601
Posted By sailorsteve

I have considered that as well, as the next step...

I have considered that as well, as the next step depending on the result of a better test of the radio. My tech (lifelong professional Chev mechanic) feels that the relay itself is not likely to...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-08-2023, 02:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 601
Posted By sailorsteve

Correct- I looked at those awhile back, but once...

Correct- I looked at those awhile back, but once into this thing, per the diagram above, disconnecting C241 cuts power to that circuit. I'm a big guy with big meathook hands, no likelihood of my...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-08-2023, 11:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 601
Posted By sailorsteve

Sad to say, the relay is apparently integral with...

Sad to say, the relay is apparently integral with the unit, judging by the illustrations- I was able barely to get to that connector via partial dash disassembly, even using the cookbook it's not...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-08-2023, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 601
Posted By sailorsteve

Parasitic battery drain on '92 C4

Any electrical experts out there? '92 C4 with 5+ amps (!) parasitic draw on battery. Multimeter has located problem circuit- ctsy fused. With this fuse removed, drain is normal, +/- .03 amps.
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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-03-2023, 07:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

Pressure currently at 32. IIRC GM calls for 30...

Pressure currently at 32. IIRC GM calls for 30 for the convertible. May try that, but my experience is that one or even two pounds does not make a substantial difference. Of greater concern is the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-02-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

Well... my mama didn't raise no cowards. :hide:

Well... my mama didn't raise no cowards. :hide:
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-02-2023, 12:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

A follow-up to yesterday's post- a similar 5 or...

A follow-up to yesterday's post- a similar 5 or so mile test drive today, same route. Today a cold snap, early a.m.temp about 30. Headed out cautiously, mindful of yesterday's results. Today,...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-01-2023, 05:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

I would add the possibility of a bent rim(s)...

I would add the possibility of a bent rim(s) also. You could try swapping fronts and rears to see if anything feels different.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-01-2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

My experience with this car and others is that...

My experience with this car and others is that high performance tires can take a "set" especially in cool or cold weather if the car is parked longer than overnight. While a concrete floor is more...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-01-2023, 11:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

New tires installed & balanced, Falken Azenis...

New tires installed & balanced, Falken Azenis FK460. Previous tires were BFG G-force Super Sport AS, not worn out, but replaced due to tread cupping. Alignment not yet done. Minimal driving as...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-21-2023, 07:30 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

Will do, but may not be right away. My daily...

Will do, but may not be right away. My daily driver is about to undergo major surgery shortly and the Corvette will be filling in. Once the new sneakers are on the Vette, I'll want an alignment as...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-20-2023, 06:26 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

Just ordered the Falken Azenis FK460 as mentioned...

Just ordered the Falken Azenis FK460 as mentioned by MathewMiller. Had a slight glitch- our go-to browser is Firefox, but FF kept kicking me out with an error message during the order process. But...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-18-2023, 06:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

Tire Rack currently shows the Falken Azenis FK460...

Tire Rack currently shows the Falken Azenis FK460 as out of stock, more on the way. I plan to go with those.

Anyone know country of origin?
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-14-2023, 07:36 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

[QUOTE=MatthewMiller;1607042468]Okay, so in...

[QUOTE=MatthewMiller;1607042468]Okay, so in perusing the Tire Rack offerings for high-performance all-seasons in that size, the standout options at three different price points are (in ascending...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-13-2023, 07:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

Yes, running stock size, 275/40-17. This car is...

Yes, running stock size, 275/40-17. This car is used for occasional cruising only. Winding country roads are fun, up and down thru gears. I'm the second owner, racked up just 40k miles over 20...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
09-12-2023, 07:30 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,238
Posted By sailorsteve

Tires

Looking at new tires for my '92 convertible. Interested to know which brands/models others are running. Please comment on ride, handling, noise, etc.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-14-2023, 11:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 287
Posted By sailorsteve

Search for clutch cyls found 89-96 C4 Corvette ZF...

Search for clutch cyls found 89-96 C4 Corvette ZF 6-Speed HD Hi-Performance Clutch Master Cylinder Kit – After Dark Speed...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-16-2022, 07:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 287
Posted By sailorsteve

Sources for clutch cylinders

Looking to replace clutch cylinders on my '92. Multiple vendors out there, but have not as yet found any that are not made (or probably made) in that big Asian country "C---a". Many disappointments...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-25-2021, 10:14 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 826
Posted By sailorsteve

Thanks, I did think of that- but with no plate...

Thanks, I did think of that- but with no plate bolts showing and the flat plate standing off the convex surface, it would be obvious. I don't want to ask my friend to submit a blatant phony like...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-25-2021, 10:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 826
Posted By sailorsteve

Thanks- I did see that diagram- not too clear and...

Thanks- I did see that diagram- not too clear and nothing in the text, but it looked like the bolt shown went into the side. Didn't occur to me to look at the bottom edge (duh!), the most...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
04-24-2021, 03:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 826
Posted By sailorsteve

Filler panel for front license plate

Owned my '92 convertible for almost 20 years now. This car has never had a front license plate since new, even though my state, R.I., requires one. That plate looks much better hanging in the garage...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2020, 02:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,487
Posted By sailorsteve

Well, first off...welcome to the forum. From...

Well, first off...welcome to the forum.

From your post, the engine cranks but won't start. Are you sure lack of spark is the issue? First step should be to confirm no spark on at least one plug....
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-25-2020, 08:10 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,501
Posted By sailorsteve

By way of a postmortem, this is what the insides...

By way of a postmortem, this is what the insides of a dm flywheel look like. I expected to have a bunch of loose parts come rolling out, but nothing except two or three tiny coil springs were loose...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-22-2020, 08:11 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,501
Posted By sailorsteve

If I don't do that, the curiosity will dog me for...

If I don't do that, the curiosity will dog me for a long time. I'm always interested in how things work. Bill Boudreau has mentioned that this wheel has something like 140 parts in it. In this...
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