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Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-24-2016, 04:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 505
Posted By joeanoker

starter

I installed a new battery today on my 96, old one was 5 years old. it wouldn't start a few weeks ago and I assumed it was the battery. Upon turning ignition I get no start but a clicking sound, I am...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-27-2014, 08:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 728
Posted By joeanoker

arm rest

I need to buy a drivers side arm rest for 1996. Where is the best online site that I can find this part?
Forum: C4 General Discussion
03-18-2014, 02:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 852
Posted By joeanoker

Battery change

I may have committed the big sin and let the battery go dead in my 96 over the winter. I did put the trickle charge on it a few times but didn't start it until sunday. I started it and ran it around...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
11-04-2013, 12:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,000
Posted By joeanoker

I ordered one from the parts department at my...

I ordered one from the parts department at my local chevy dealership, price was $13.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-14-2013, 08:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 430
Posted By joeanoker

How about a good cleaning and wax job, probably...

How about a good cleaning and wax job, probably the cheapest thing you can do. Also you can crawl underneath and remove ay debris that may have accumulated in front and behind radiator(air hose works...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
09-02-2013, 10:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 559
Posted By joeanoker

Took the car out for a ride this morning then...

Took the car out for a ride this morning then cleaned up interior a bit. We are expecting big storms this afternoon (Pittsburgh pa) so this was only chance. The car will be out on the road until the...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-01-2013, 01:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,395
Posted By joeanoker

Congratulations on buying your vette. If you...

Congratulations on buying your vette. If you cant do some of the repair work yourself.. the cost for repairs and parts might make you regret buying the car but when its running right there is...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-23-2013, 05:27 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 6,585
Posted By joeanoker

I bought my 96 in 2011, paid $16,000 for it. It...

I bought my 96 in 2011, paid $16,000 for it. It had 41k and was in very good condition. I have since added another $2,500 to rebuild the cooling system. The car looks even better now than when I...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-16-2013, 12:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,345
Posted By joeanoker

It appears that that there was just to much...

It appears that that there was just to much coolant put in after new hose was put on. I removed radiator cap and checked that the level was full after it had cooled. I have driven it for a few days...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-10-2013, 08:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,345
Posted By joeanoker

take care of itself...how??

take care of itself...how??
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-10-2013, 06:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,345
Posted By joeanoker

coolant in resovoiur

I had an upper hose replaced today (96) that had been leaking after the radiator was replaced. the mechanics should have changed it when new radiator was installed but never the less, I went down to...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-04-2013, 03:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 733
Posted By joeanoker

I had very similar problems with my 96. The...

I had very similar problems with my 96. The following is what I did, perhaps it will give you some other options to look at....replaced water pump, thermostat, radiator cap, large hoses, and finally...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
06-08-2013, 12:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 513
Posted By joeanoker

you could have a leaking fuel injector or 2?

you could have a leaking fuel injector or 2?
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-09-2013, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 505
Posted By joeanoker

i was under the car when it was on the rack,...

i was under the car when it was on the rack, petcock was fine, there is a seam near it and thats where leak is.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
05-09-2013, 05:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 505
Posted By joeanoker

new radiator

I was just informed by mechanic after having car inspected that my 96 needs a new radiator. There has been drops of anti-freeze on garage floor, and pressure test revealed the leak near petcock...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
03-11-2013, 11:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By joeanoker

I just spent about an hour with the air...

I just spent about an hour with the air compressor blowing out the crap that had collected on the radiator. I had enough to make a nice nest for an eagle. I couldnt believe that much was there. I...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
03-10-2013, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By joeanoker

same problem

Took the car out today (96 42,000 mi) for a ride on a fantasic day, temp about 65. Traveled about 15 miles rt on express way and reached speeds 65-70. Car ran great. When i got home as i was pulling...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-29-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,188
Posted By joeanoker

sys light

I usually start my 1996 at least once a week and will let run for 10-15minutes. Car is garage kept and temp usually goes no lower than 59. On the rare occasion that i dont start the car for 10 days...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-08-2013, 12:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,247
Posted By joeanoker

Mine is in a heated garage, temp never goes lower...

Mine is in a heated garage, temp never goes lower than 60. I am counting the days until the salt is off the road and my 96 is back on the highway.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-11-2012, 04:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,271
Posted By joeanoker

Its just a fact that these engines all run hot....

Its just a fact that these engines all run hot. last year i replaced the waterpump, thermostat, and flushed out old coolant and added new. This year i had to replace the radiator cap, a lot cheaper...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-02-2012, 07:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,017
Posted By joeanoker

good point...advise taken.

good point...advise taken.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-01-2012, 08:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,017
Posted By joeanoker

power antenna

what is the best product to keep antenna cleaned and lubricated? i have always used a silicone spray but happened to look today in the owners manual and it said to use mineral spirits???
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-22-2012, 06:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,657
Posted By joeanoker

what is this product that you are talking about??

what is this product that you are talking about??
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-22-2012, 03:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 522
Posted By joeanoker

are you talking about the red tab-like thing on...

are you talking about the red tab-like thing on the radiator cap?
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-22-2012, 01:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 522
Posted By joeanoker

coolant overflow

After a short ride on a 80 degree day the coolant recovery tank overflowed just prior to pulling the car (1996 41,500) into the garage. I noticed a trail of coolant down my driveway and up the...
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