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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-26-2011, 07:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 493
Posted By mnbryant2001

Thanks for the replies but problem solved. I...

Thanks for the replies but problem solved. I wasn't sure if it was weldable so I took it to the shop today and put the MIG to it. Welded nicely.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-25-2011, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 493
Posted By mnbryant2001

New hood release cable broke

After 9 years I am finally reassembling my 77. I done a complete frame off rebuild. My old hood cable had broken on the end of the handle. The black part you pull. Today I put the new handle in and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-02-2011, 09:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,305
Posted By mnbryant2001

One thing that might help is your front strap is...

One thing that might help is your front strap is a few inches back from the door-fender gap. Moving it forward to the gap will help distribute the weight better. It might be the pic but when you tied...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-07-2011, 09:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,694
Posted By mnbryant2001

Several here have used them and the research I...

Several here have used them and the research I done seems that all were happy. I almost bought the Steeroids but after seeing the price of VBP's during christmas I bought it. Comes with a new GM...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-07-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,870
Posted By mnbryant2001

That was my particular issue. Replaced it and all...

That was my particular issue. Replaced it and all was good. Just my thoughts.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-07-2011, 09:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,870
Posted By mnbryant2001

Sounds like the booster unless there is a vacuum...

Sounds like the booster unless there is a vacuum issue. Low pedal that is really hard is the typical symptom. If the proportioning valve is stuck it will only hard brakes on front or back. It can be...
Forum: C3 General
01-25-2011, 08:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,222
Posted By mnbryant2001

I am using undercoating due to the fact it...

I am using undercoating due to the fact it already has some under it and I am not going the original route. If you use it get the paintable type as it dry's where the unpaintable types are more like...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-24-2011, 09:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,723
Posted By mnbryant2001

Yep sounds like valve seals. I had a set rebuilt...

Yep sounds like valve seals. I had a set rebuilt years ago by someone who was great at it. Wasn't the first set he done for me. It smoked just as you describe. I tore it back down and he had forgot...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-24-2011, 09:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,691
Posted By mnbryant2001

We straighten frames with the body on. Of course...

We straighten frames with the body on. Of course with a C3 the front clip could be in the way of making the pull. Not easy to remove. You will have to talk with the shop that you want to do it and if...
Forum: C3 General
01-22-2011, 02:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,781
Posted By mnbryant2001

Sorry I don't have the service manual but...

Sorry I don't have the service manual but according to my door and my AIM you are right. No center hole in my door nor does AIM show it.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-22-2011, 12:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,685
Posted By mnbryant2001

Looking at your pic you could have enough...

Looking at your pic you could have enough fiberglass rot behind the metal plate to prevent you from securely replacing and riveting the number 4. If that is the case let me know and I will tell you...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-21-2011, 12:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,133
Posted By mnbryant2001

I know several people who don't like cork. I've...

I know several people who don't like cork. I've never used a torque wrench on them either. As for me as long as I clean them to shiny metal with solvent and a scotch brite then retighten in two weeks...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-20-2011, 11:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,133
Posted By mnbryant2001

I stopped having leaks years ago when I realized...

I stopped having leaks years ago when I realized the factory didn't use sealer. Form a gasket always guaranteed a leak for me. Valve cover gaskets are a bit tricky to get on without sealer but will...
Forum: C3 General
01-20-2011, 09:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,853
Posted By mnbryant2001

You should pick up a copy of the Corvette...

You should pick up a copy of the Corvette Restoration Guide by Richard Prince.
I looked a couple of you questions up in it. All 72 engines were chevy orange and the brackets were semi-gloss black....
Forum: C3 General
01-20-2011, 09:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 12,781
Posted By mnbryant2001

Not sure about the bolt I'll have to check. As...

Not sure about the bolt I'll have to check. As far as the other my 77 is late for the most part but has the door alarm and an early radiator overflow tank. Pretty much as they ran out of early parts...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-19-2011, 10:55 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 22,159
Posted By mnbryant2001

If people will touch a car that age for those...

If people will touch a car that age for those prices today then morons they are. Professional no.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-19-2011, 07:40 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 22,159
Posted By mnbryant2001

As a painter and someone who has been in the body...

As a painter and someone who has been in the body business all my life, you do get what you pay for in this case. When oil went up paint went through the roof. Nason is Duponts cheap line of paint...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-18-2011, 08:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,045
Posted By mnbryant2001

My 77 oddly didn't have any. I added three to...

My 77 oddly didn't have any. I added three to number 4 to close the upper door gap.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-09-2011, 08:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,375
Posted By mnbryant2001

Yep those are typical bolts. I was fortunate that...

Yep those are typical bolts. I was fortunate that the prior owner of mine keep it in storage for years.

Those extensions are shock absorbers for rear impact. Not sure what the minimum you will...
Forum: C3 General
01-06-2011, 10:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 998
Posted By mnbryant2001

The straps work great with a hoist or cherry...

The straps work great with a hoist or cherry picker. The front end is a little heavy though so if you hang something when you begin to pull it off and move it, it can tilt the front to the ground....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-06-2011, 10:11 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,375
Posted By mnbryant2001

First i agree with Evershark about jacking up one...

First i agree with Evershark about jacking up one side. I have a 77 off the frame in the carport now. You need a good six inches to comfortably get the center most four body mounts out.

As far...
Forum: C3 General
11-03-2010, 08:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,504
Posted By mnbryant2001

Wow! That's like seeing stretch marks between the...

Wow! That's like seeing stretch marks between the cover of Playboy.
Forum: C3 General
11-02-2010, 10:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,209
Posted By mnbryant2001

They hit the radiator support. Mine fit high all...

They hit the radiator support. Mine fit high all the way across the front. Almost looks like yours is wrapping around the radiator support. It moves up and down with the front end so all it will do...
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