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Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
04-09-2014, 07:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 491
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

1961 Fuel Injection value

What would be a fair cost to buy a 1961 Corvette fuel-injection unit that works, is is in decent/good condition, and comes with the proper distributor? A unit that I'm looking at has the air horn...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-28-2012, 01:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,444
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

7T1vette, What is A.I.M? I've heard of...

7T1vette,

What is A.I.M? I've heard of A.I.R. ... in other words, the air injection setup that was part of the smog system.

+++++++++

Alan 71,

The L-71 427 V-8 is original to my car....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-25-2012, 10:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,444
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Fuel tank question

I have a 1969 Corvette L-71 that I am in the midst of restoring. When I removed the fuel tank I noticed two lines: one line was the main feed line and another line had a small piece of fuel line on...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-08-2012, 10:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 19,701
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

I recently swapped a 2011 LS3 into my 1966 Nova...

I recently swapped a 2011 LS3 into my 1966 Nova SS. For my Auto Meter water temp guage to work properly I:

- Removed the small screw-in plug on the passenger side cylinder head located just...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-04-2012, 09:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,281
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Tri-Power intake manifold re-coloring

I'm in the midst of restoring my 1969 Corvette which includes the full rebuild of the L-71 427 big-block V-8. When I bought the car the 3x2 carbs had already been rebuilt, but the intake manifold was...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-01-2012, 09:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,253
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

427 Tri-Power carb questions

I own a 1969 Corvette with the L-71 427 V-8 fitted with Tri-Power 3x2 carbs. Many questions:

1. I was told that the carb-to-manifold gaskets for the two end (outboard) 2V carburterors are slightly...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-11-2012, 09:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 520
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

What Color?

I own a 1969 Corvette L-71 that is in the midst of a full restoration.

I am wondering what the correct color should be with regards to:

1. Muncie M-21 4-speed transmission (natural aluminum...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-09-2012, 03:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,152
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

I found out what the problem was ... you can't...

I found out what the problem was ... you can't install the strut rods when the rear leaf spring is installed. With no spring and/or shocks installed, I used a floor jack to lift up (which fixes the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,152
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Alan 71, Thanks for the info. However,...

Alan 71,

Thanks for the info.

However, even after raising up the suspension it is a tight fit as I need to heavily tweak the arm into position. Something doesn't seem entirely correct with the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2012, 06:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,152
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Rear strut rod problem

I recently pulled the whole rearend setup from my 1969 Corvette so that I could sand/paint the frame, clean/paint the rearend, and install new bushings and such. I also bought a new F-41 rear spring,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-03-2012, 02:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,577
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Rear differential fluid amount

I'm in the process of restoring my 1969 Corvette L-71. Right now I have the whole rearend assembly out of the car as I am cleaning/painting it, adding new bushings/rear spring/shocks, installing new...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-31-2012, 12:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 15,988
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

I have run the Duntov 30-30 in many engines and...

I have run the Duntov 30-30 in many engines and in general it is a nice cam. However, the grind technology is pretty old school tech. You won't go wrong with this cam, but you might want to call the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-29-2012, 05:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,520
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

That is brilliant! I'll try it later this week...

That is brilliant! I'll try it later this week when I reassemble the rear.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2012, 11:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,520
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Mooser, Thanks for the link to the other...

Mooser,

Thanks for the link to the other thread that talks about this subject.

After many, many, many hours ... I finally got the rearend out and tomorrow I will start going through it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-28-2012, 07:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,520
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

OK, lets say that you CAN get the bolts out...

OK, lets say that you CAN get the bolts out somehow. The real question is how do you get a new bolt back in??
Forum: C3 General
08-21-2012, 01:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,677
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Exhaust manifold color

What is the correct color for the exhaust manifolds fitted to a 1969 Corvette with a L-71 spec 427/435 Tri-Power engine? Black, silver, natural cast color, or ??

Does anyone (such as Eastwood or...
Forum: C3 General
07-12-2012, 11:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,006
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

1969 side pipe covers

Can anyone post a photo of how the side pipe attaching nuts affix to the body on a 1969 Corvette?

I have a mechanical drawing/diagram that comes with the Paragon repro sidepipes ... but I would...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-14-2012, 07:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,844
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

If I'm not mistaken, the LS2 and LS3 have a...

If I'm not mistaken, the LS2 and LS3 have a taller deck height which and slightly larger exhaust ports which makes the headers a bit different. Consequently, the heads (and headers) will be slightly...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-14-2012, 02:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 8,029
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

MelWff, Thanks for the hyperlink. For...

MelWff,

Thanks for the hyperlink.

For those of you who are interested, noted below is the information that I learned:

FRONT SPRINGS

327/350 (no A/C) - Part #3931823 - "HS" - 250 lbs/in...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-14-2012, 10:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 8,029
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Stock spring rate information

I have a 1969 Corvette L-71 (427 V-8, 435 hp, 3x2 carbs, 4-speed manual) with manual brakes and manual steering. I would like to install new front coil springs along with a new rear leaf spring....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-24-2012, 03:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,625
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Ralph, Remember that compression ratio does...

Ralph,

Remember that compression ratio does not change at altitude. However, what does change is overall cylinder pressure as at altitude less atmosphere is drawn into the cylinders with a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-21-2012, 04:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,156
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

I think the cam and pistons are stock ... but I...

I think the cam and pistons are stock ... but I won't really know until I open up the engine to rebuild it.

Regardless, during the rebuild the engine will be put back to stock specs ... and that's...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-21-2012, 01:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,156
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Tri-Power jetting

I have a 1969 Corvette L-71 (427 V-8, 435 hp, Tri-Power 3x2 carbs, TI ignition, factory side exhaust, etc.). Currently, two carburation items exist:

1. If the car sits for a few weeks it takes a...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
01-05-2012, 02:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 897
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

My dad is also selling these ... ...

My dad is also selling these ...

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c1-and-c2-parts/2933993-exhaust-manifolds-for-sale.html
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
01-05-2012, 02:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 897
Posted By Corvette Kiwi

Last night my dad pulled off the trim rings to...

Last night my dad pulled off the trim rings to note the date codes stamped into the wheels.

Note: the "*" in the date code stamping indicates the location of the valve stem


Wheel one: K-1-3 ...
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