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04-01-2012, 02:37 AM
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Posted By TravisT

I replaced the ribbon today. Auto Zone had two...

I replaced the ribbon today. Auto Zone had two on the shelf part number 74413 ($16.99). Took me about four hours to replace, but I'm a newbie so I was taking my time and being careful. I could...
03-25-2012, 03:16 PM
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Views: 8,420
Posted By TravisT

Thanks for all the feedback. I would like...

Thanks for all the feedback.

I would like to eventually upgrade both sides, but for now if I can get away with the $20 fix I will. I was planning on buying new tires next weekend, two new...
03-25-2012, 12:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,420
Posted By TravisT

Is a 1986 ribbon style window regulator repairable?

My window is stuck in the down position, of course I discovered this at the car wash. The button works, window motor works continuously, just doesn't roll the window up. The FSM states that...
03-18-2012, 04:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 797
Posted By TravisT

That makes sense. I definitely don't want to...

That makes sense. I definitely don't want to throw parts at it for the heck of it. I'm just trying to prevent any future woes and keep it running smooth. I don't know what I'm doing and I can't...
03-18-2012, 12:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 797
Posted By TravisT

It hasn't sat the entire time. I drive it around...

It hasn't sat the entire time. I drive it around the block every week or two. I put Lucas Oil injector cleaner in whenever it needs gas. I've changed the oil and air filter, I just haven't given...
03-18-2012, 11:57 AM
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Posted By TravisT

New to me '86, my first Vette.....Where do I start?

Last summer I bought an '86 with 40k miles (mostly from the first 10 years). The rest of the year had a few surprises, so I'm just now able to put some attention back to my toy. I have the FSM, but...
07-11-2011, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By TravisT

Thanks again for all the good tips. I've ordered...

Thanks again for all the good tips. I've ordered the FSM and have a list of things to work on once it arrives, thanks to the forum. I'm thinking I'll just go ahead and replace everything to start...
07-10-2011, 02:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By TravisT

Thanks everyone for your feedback. I failed...

Thanks everyone for your feedback.

I failed to mention that the problem is more common and magnified when I am using the AC.

Disconnecting the MAF sensor made it WAY worse. It idled...
07-10-2011, 03:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By TravisT

I finally got a Vette!!! But I could use some help with a few bugs.

1986 with 40K miles, all stock, 4-3 trans, TPI. My mechanical experience is limited, although I have worked on most of my previous vehicles.

I will try to describe what is going on:
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