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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-29-2018, 12:47 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,734
Posted By beekppr

So I finally got my car out to the guy who I...

So I finally got my car out to the guy who I wanted to fit the new top. Between both our schedules and all of his other pending work, it took longer than I thought to get the ball rolling.

So the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-29-2018, 09:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,216
Posted By beekppr

Basically you are ready for carpet and you want...

Basically you are ready for carpet and you want it to go in easy and look nice. Trust me, I put both styles in my 64 and found that the correct multi piece kit was not all that difficult and the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-28-2018, 08:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,216
Posted By beekppr

I used the molded carpet in my 64 and it looked...

I used the molded carpet in my 64 and it looked great. Later, I finished the car completely and had to remove it along the way. When I redid the interior, I went with the original multi piece kit and...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-28-2018, 07:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,035
Posted By beekppr

I'll probably get blasted for saying this but...

I'll probably get blasted for saying this but when I installed mine, I didn't like the pipe extending so far into the rear wheel well area. I cut out nearly an inch and rewelded them to get them to a...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-28-2018, 07:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,535
Posted By beekppr

Had to flush the evaporator twice to get it nice...

Had to flush the evaporator twice to get it nice and clean. Installed a new expansion valve and the rebuilt STV unit. Everything is about ready for me to make new hoses.

I had a question about the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-24-2018, 11:16 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,817
Posted By beekppr

I didn't know the difference either until I...

I didn't know the difference either until I googled it after your post. Haha.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-24-2018, 12:31 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,817
Posted By beekppr

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.corvetteforum.com...

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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-24-2018, 12:25 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,817
Posted By beekppr

Clay Smith Cams

Clay Smith Cams
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-23-2018, 07:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,022
Posted By beekppr

When I took my C2 apart, there must have been a...

When I took my C2 apart, there must have been a bucketload of mud and leaves down in the cowl vent passageway but I only recall a couple leaves inside the evaporator case. everything looked pretty...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-23-2018, 09:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,022
Posted By beekppr

Haha, I missed that completely. But that's my...

Haha, I missed that completely. But that's my thought, try a few simple inexpensive things first hoping that saves the trouble of the big job. I can't imagine how I'd react if I pulled the evaporator...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-23-2018, 09:09 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,817
Posted By beekppr

I've always heard that the different materials...

I've always heard that the different materials matter only to longevity but I personally believe the heavier stainless material gives it a slightly different note. There are so many variables that...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-23-2018, 12:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,022
Posted By beekppr

Wouldn't that be nice? If you have a way to save...

Wouldn't that be nice? If you have a way to save the r12, it might be worth replacing all the o rings and schrader valves first just to see if it's something inexpensive and simple.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 09:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,156
Posted By beekppr

I agree. Obviously most of us would never buy it...

I agree. Obviously most of us would never buy it without inspecting it first but I suspect it was mostly as described with honest mistakes. I'd be happy to have a nice driver c2 at that price.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 09:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,156
Posted By beekppr

I noticed that too. Even if it was the 300 horse...

I noticed that too. Even if it was the 300 horse car with the taller intake, I still like it at that price.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 09:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,200
Posted By beekppr

Pretty nice. Thanks for posting it. To tell...

Pretty nice. Thanks for posting it.

To tell the truth, I sorta like all the knobs and switches in my car. I wouldn't want to eliminate any of them. But I can see why many would find it a nice...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 08:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,156
Posted By beekppr

Good deal on a 64?

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F123129098988

If I didn't already have a C2, I think I'd be all over this.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 08:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,535
Posted By beekppr

Just flushed a whole quart through the...

Just flushed a whole quart through the evaporator. Fluid went from clear to yellow so I'm assuming that's old oil. There were lots of crumbs of junk coming out too so I'm glad I didn't skip this...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 08:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,817
Posted By beekppr

Quil, that sounds great! Thanks for sharing.

Quil, that sounds great! Thanks for sharing.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 07:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,200
Posted By beekppr

Oh, ok.

Oh, ok.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 07:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,817
Posted By beekppr

I got a set of stainless chambered ones in 2" off...

I got a set of stainless chambered ones in 2" off eBay. Can't recall who made them anymore. Anyhow, the chambered ones sound incredible...like music to a car guys ears. My car is only 300 hp so 2" is...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 07:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,200
Posted By beekppr

Forgive my ignorance but what makes them so good?...

Forgive my ignorance but what makes them so good? My doors open and close nicely already.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 06:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,209
Posted By beekppr

I also tend to think it's time for a modern...

I also tend to think it's time for a modern radiator. I put in a new aluminum one, ran the stock seven blade fan with a new heavy duty fan clutch, and sealed up the shroud. With a 180 thermostat, it...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 03:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,535
Posted By beekppr

Sounds good. I'm using a new compressor,...

Sounds good. I'm using a new compressor, condenser, dryer, valves, and I still have to make new hoses. I'm leaving the new items sealed until the end as they pressurized them with nitrogen. I'm a...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 01:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,535
Posted By beekppr

Working on the AC again today and my plan is to...

Working on the AC again today and my plan is to flush the evaporator. I have studied the assembly manual and done some research but I guess my question must be so basic that it wasn't covered much in...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-22-2018, 11:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,060
Posted By beekppr

That's an interesting idea and it fits better...

That's an interesting idea and it fits better than any other information I have been able to dig up. I have been scouring the web for similar pictures but I can find nothing. The only other thought I...
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