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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-11-2020, 02:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,294
Posted By 78SilverCam

You are correct, that is connected to an angled...

You are correct, that is connected to an angled fitting. I've tried a wrap on the fuel line in the past, but it got eroded by the fuel. Maybe need to look at a different type/brand. Will look into it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-11-2020, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,294
Posted By 78SilverCam

Fuel pump leak

I've been dealing with the same fuel pump leak issues for years and have been through three fuel pumps to solve this issue (one I wrecked being an idiot...)
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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-07-2019, 10:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,437
Posted By 78SilverCam

I did the same, some patience and np.

I did the same, some patience and np.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-07-2018, 08:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,174
Posted By 78SilverCam

Fuel pump slow leak

Morning all,
I've been having a real annoying time with slow leaking fuel pumps. Yes, more than 1. So I am convinced its something I am doing wrong.

Reference the picture, the slow leak is...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-14-2017, 09:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,392
Posted By 78SilverCam

I got the same problem - one of the problems I am...

I got the same problem - one of the problems I am tackling this summer.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fF6oqpJ-G1U
Forum: C3 General
03-14-2017, 07:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By 78SilverCam

lol, thanks for the recommendation. Don't think I...

lol, thanks for the recommendation. Don't think I will go that way though, I like the old way of getting into a vehicle :)
Forum: C3 General
03-14-2017, 03:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By 78SilverCam

Heh, yeah - guess I should have mentioned that...

Heh, yeah - guess I should have mentioned that too.

Thanks - trying to plan ahead as much as possible.
Forum: C3 General
03-14-2017, 07:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 528
Posted By 78SilverCam

While you're at it - Carpets

Morning all,
Lookin at replacing my interior carpet. Provides an opportunity to troubleshoot gauges and radio problems.

Considering converting manual windows to power, installing a hide-away MP3...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2015, 03:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,206
Posted By 78SilverCam

lol, for real.... I filled it up, marked as...

lol, for real....

I filled it up, marked as full, turned it on....bone dry...lesson learned. :D
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2015, 03:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,206
Posted By 78SilverCam

Well, turns out it was not enough transmission...

Well, turns out it was not enough transmission fluid....:hide:

Once the car was turned on - it sucked all the ATF throughout the car and by the time I tried to move it....none.

Stuck in 2 more...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,206
Posted By 78SilverCam

Kinda glad that is not it :p I replaced the...

Kinda glad that is not it :p

I replaced the parking brake components with stainless steel (except for shoes) and put antiseize on them for good measure.

But I also tested/verified the parking...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2015, 02:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,206
Posted By 78SilverCam

Car won't move after suspension rebuild

Good afternoon,

I recently completed a suspension rebuild and now the car will not move in drive, neutral, or reverse.

It's a rather new problem. During various stages of the rebuild I tested...
Forum: C3 General
07-28-2015, 09:20 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,386
Posted By 78SilverCam

'78 - I was a twinkle in my Dad's eye....

'78 - I was a twinkle in my Dad's eye....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-23-2015, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,541
Posted By 78SilverCam

You can also try going to 7m52s of this video to...

You can also try going to 7m52s of this video to see if that helps.

Part 1 - Video Instructions to Remove Trailing Arms from your C2 or C3 Corvette - YouTube...
Forum: C3 General
07-18-2015, 06:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,696
Posted By 78SilverCam

I reserved this post from another member in my...

I reserved this post from another member in my email; copy/pasted here:

I used to own & operate my own 7 bay repair/machine shop (NJ) so I was able to try a lot of different techniques. I also had...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-30-2015, 10:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 465
Posted By 78SilverCam

Haynes says: Upper control arm pivot-to-frame...

Haynes says:
Upper control arm pivot-to-frame bolts/nuts - 55 ft/lbs

Clymer agrees.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-30-2015, 09:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,585
Posted By 78SilverCam

I would recommend rebuilding your rear suspension...

I would recommend rebuilding your rear suspension while you were at it - but that's only because I'm retarded and do that myself anyway.

I needed to replace two ball joints and am now into a year...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-30-2015, 09:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 465
Posted By 78SilverCam

The control arm is bolted in place on the...

The control arm is bolted in place on the chassis. Looking at the pictures - doesn't seem to be a problem with the arm.

Would it make more sense to question the positioning of the radiator?
Forum: C3 General
05-05-2015, 09:31 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 617
Posted By 78SilverCam

Not exactly. The original strut rods definitely...

Not exactly. The original strut rods definitely have a rubber bushing that is flush - like the poly bushing shown below.

Poly strut bushing...
Forum: C3 General
05-05-2015, 08:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 617
Posted By 78SilverCam

Strut rod bushing

Good evening,

Having purchased a suspension rebuild kit, the new strut rods have concerning features - there is no rubber 'washer' at the front of the strut rod that connects to the wheel hub.
...
Forum: Transactions Feedback
04-26-2015, 05:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 534
Posted By 78SilverCam

Thumb's Up - VanSteel

Just got my rebuilt wheel hubs back today from VanSteel. Considering the mess I sent them, what I got back was immaculate.

:thumbs:

In the midst of rebuilding my front and rear suspension, with...
Forum: C3 General
06-15-2014, 10:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 15,403
Posted By 78SilverCam

:woohoo: Hub assemblies off! Had a neighbour...

:woohoo:

Hub assemblies off! Had a neighbour come by the other day and said he had an impact driver to take it off. He carted them off, came back next day with those spindle nuts loose!

Finally...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-01-2014, 06:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 405
Posted By 78SilverCam

Thanks Gerry, appreciate the wisdom and tip!

Thanks Gerry, appreciate the wisdom and tip!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-01-2014, 01:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 405
Posted By 78SilverCam

Car raises and lowers when shifting

Afternoon all,

Have a 78 automatic. In the middle of a complete suspension rebuild and doing a couple 'while I am at its..."

One thing is the car always dropped/lowered when I shifted into...
Forum: C3 General
04-22-2014, 09:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 15,403
Posted By 78SilverCam

Thanks Mooser - that thread is good! Rally,...

Thanks Mooser - that thread is good!

Rally, Sug - yeah, I am trying that - that thing is set SOLID...so annoying. But it's been the story of this entire rebuild, "frozen crap".
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