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06-19-2015, 08:40 AM
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Posted By kluczenk

Thanks Stratplus. What about the fastener pieces...

Thanks Stratplus. What about the fastener pieces I can't seem to find. Any guidance on where to get them?
06-18-2015, 09:21 AM
Replies: 6
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Posted By kluczenk

Anyone have any thoughts on the part numbers I...

Anyone have any thoughts on the part numbers I referenced above or how good/bad an idea it would be to just weld on a new bolt?
06-11-2015, 10:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 801
Posted By kluczenk

They have the nut and retainer that I need (along...

They have the nut and retainer that I need (along with the plate) but don't seem to have the lock washer (part 103329) and grommets (part 3735334). It also appears that I may be able to just...
06-10-2015, 06:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 801
Posted By kluczenk

1961 Rear Shock Plate Replacement

At the end of last summer I noticed my car felt like I was riding like it was on a sine wave and after checking out the rear of the car I noticed that the rear right shock absorber was no longer...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-29-2011, 08:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

Well I got everything fixed up yesterday and am...

Well I got everything fixed up yesterday and am back up and running with no P0410 code! I passed emissions yesterday evening and can now get my registration with two days to spare. Thanks so much...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-28-2011, 01:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

Where exactly on the manifold do I find the main...

Where exactly on the manifold do I find the main vacuum?

I tested the solenoid and it seem to transfer vacuum of about 16 to the other end of the solenoid valve during startup and then drops down...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-28-2011, 12:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

Thanks Lucky, success and failure while you were...

Thanks Lucky, success and failure while you were writing. I hope my ramblings and updates will help someone troubleshoot this in the future.

I was able to get a wrench up on the solenoid valve...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-28-2011, 12:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

So I've been able to maneuver my hand/arm up and...

So I've been able to maneuver my hand/arm up and get a hold of the solenoid valve and vacuum lines but can't seem to do much with them. My setup seems to be a tad different than the...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-28-2011, 11:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

Success....kind of. :) I picked up a vacuum...

Success....kind of. :)

I picked up a vacuum pump this morning and tested the output at the break by the alternator. Much better airflow under a full vacuum presseure at about 23. I think if I...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-27-2011, 11:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

Got it. Alright, I've now taken off the right...

Got it. Alright, I've now taken off the right front tire to get better access to the area under the battery. I can see now where the solenoid and vacuum connections are but can't seem to get at...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-27-2011, 11:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

Alright, I've made some progress here. I tested...

Alright, I've made some progress here. I tested the vacuum line at the AIR pump shut-off under the driver-side headlight and am not getting any vacuum though there still seems to be air going...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-27-2011, 07:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

Thanks Lucky, I think I'm making some progress...

Thanks Lucky, I think I'm making some progress here. I was able to remove the access panels beneath the AIR pump and am about to check the vacuum level. I believe you said it should be around 20,...
Forum: C5 Tech
10-27-2011, 05:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,192
Posted By kluczenk

AIR Pump Shut Off Vacuum Line?

Does anyone have pictures/drawings of where I can find the AIR pump shutoff vacuum line? I've traced a P0410 error back to it either being not enough air or the 02 sensors being bad. Looking for...
Forum: C5 General
10-27-2011, 03:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,566
Posted By kluczenk

I did have some batter leakage issues but my...

I did have some batter leakage issues but my understanding is that the vacuum line under the battery is what turns the electric pump on and off. I've already confirmed that the pump is working...
Forum: C5 General
10-27-2011, 02:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,566
Posted By kluczenk

Well I tried intake cleaner followed by some...

Well I tried intake cleaner followed by some WD40. After taking it out for a ride the check engine light is back on and the computer is reporting the same code. My next step will be to try to clean...
Forum: C5 General
10-26-2011, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,566
Posted By kluczenk

P0410 troubleshooting help?

Hi All-
I had a P0410 error thrown a few years ago when I had my last emissions check and after spraying the valves with WD40 was able to pass. Fast forward to this year when I need a new...
08-10-2011, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,302
Posted By kluczenk

Thanks guys, I'll try my hand at a repair and...

Thanks guys, I'll try my hand at a repair and then just buy some replacements if I can't splice in some new wire.
08-10-2011, 10:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,302
Posted By kluczenk

1961 Tail Light Connector Splice?

I was able to diagnose a brake light issue and isolated it down to some frayed wires right at the connector (pig tail). I clipped the wire and pulled out the pig tail to take a closer look. As the...
07-16-2009, 11:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 750
Posted By kluczenk

Thanks for the input on this everyone, seems like...

Thanks for the input on this everyone, seems like I've got a decent-sized job ahead of me. I think I'll take the rest of the summer to enjoy the sound of the car "au naturale" and then look to put...
07-08-2009, 01:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 750
Posted By kluczenk

1961 Radio Recommendation

I'm on to new projects on my 61 after having wrapped up my carpet installation last week and would like to start getting some tunes playing in the car. Can everyone please take a look at the...
06-30-2009, 02:52 PM
Replies: 2,313
Views: 164,086
Posted By kluczenk

Can you please send a wiring diagram for a 1961...

Can you please send a wiring diagram for a 1961 to kluczenk@hotmail.com?
06-30-2009, 11:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,275
Posted By kluczenk

1961 Ignition Switch Wire Issue

I've been tracking down a sporadic stall/no-start issue with my 61. After looking at the carbs and the fuel line I believe I've isolated it to an electrical issue and specifically an ignition switch...
05-21-2009, 12:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,227
Posted By kluczenk

It was indeed the bumpers at the top of the door...

It was indeed the bumpers at the top of the door frame hanging up the window and keeping it from rolling down. A gentle pry at the top of the frame and the window went right down. Considering how...
05-20-2009, 03:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,227
Posted By kluczenk

1961 Drivers Window Won't Roll Down

While washing my car the other week I noticed some water seeping in through the weatherstrip on the top of the drivers side window. I opened the door and cranked it upward as far as I could. When I...
05-14-2009, 12:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,851
Posted By kluczenk

Thanks to everyone for the input. I'll give it...

Thanks to everyone for the input. I'll give it another try this weekend if the weather cooperates.
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