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Forum: C3 General
01-20-2024, 03:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 347
Posted By obas

I installed the Steeroids on my '75 with a 383...

I installed the Steeroids on my '75 with a 383 stroker and hooker headers/side pipes. In order to fit I had to dent a tube which is a common occurrence during an installation with this combination.
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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-26-2023, 11:39 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,435
Posted By obas

I have the VBP 330lb Monoleaf and Bilstein Sport...

I have the VBP 330lb Monoleaf and Bilstein Sport shocks which is great for running the back roads, however, the ride is firm so you can feel the quality of the roads.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-07-2023, 07:31 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,239
Posted By obas

On my '75 there are two heat shields in front of...

On my '75 there are two heat shields in front of the foot wells (not the ones deflecting on the foot wells) that reduce exhaust heat from coming into the engine compartment. One of mine was missing....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-12-2023, 10:35 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

I would like to close out the thread with the...

I would like to close out the thread with the final results in case they are helpful to someone else in the future.

Final alignment settings are +6 caster, -0.5 camber and no alignment shims....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-16-2023, 09:13 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

Thanks leigh, I used a carpenter clamp so I could...

Thanks leigh, I used a carpenter clamp so I could get a straight line measurement from the zerk to the middle, engine side of the shaft.

My stock arm - 10 & 3/16

GW arm - 9 & 5/8

I think...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-09-2023, 04:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

Here are some more pics. The arms are stamped...

Here are some more pics. The arms are stamped "P" and "D". They are hard to read, but in one pic I show the stamp. Another thing that has been bothering me is the new arms rub the rear of the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-09-2023, 02:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

Sky65 thanks for the clarification, I was not...

Sky65 thanks for the clarification, I was not aware of checking inside the bushings.

I just took a closer look at the lower arm bushings. They are dry and I can see some small pieces coming off on...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-08-2023, 09:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

Interesting thought, but that is not the case. On...

Interesting thought, but that is not the case. On their site they have a pic showing the offset and normal.

Here is the link to the arms and offsets...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-08-2023, 08:04 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

I measured 26" tower to tower, removed the...

I measured 26" tower to tower, removed the spreader bar, rode around a bit and confirmed the measurement stayed at 26". No surprise, but had to check. The arms were labeled clearly for passenger and...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-04-2023, 07:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

I am out of town for a couple days, but when I...

I am out of town for a couple days, but when I get back I will get some measurements and take a closer look for frame sag.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-04-2023, 09:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

Offset shafts: Doug is the one who advised me...

Offset shafts:
Doug is the one who advised me about the offset shafts. Based on his best case estimation of +1.5 camber and the site description of +1.25, I do not think that is going to be enough....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-03-2023, 03:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

My concern with the off set shafts is, per GW,...

My concern with the off set shafts is, per GW, the best case is an increase of 1.5 camber. If I can achieve best case, that would still leave it at -1 degrees camber. For a car that is primarily...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-03-2023, 02:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

My understanding is I need to remove shims...

My understanding is I need to remove shims equally on the arm to increase camber, but unfortunately each side only has one set of shims.
Currently has two shims in front on driver side and two in...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-03-2023, 08:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

I agree that the issue is not in the GW arms. ...

I agree that the issue is not in the GW arms. Plus, I would like to add Doug has been very responsive and helpful.

I have not had any previous alignment issues so I am wondering if the means that...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-02-2023, 06:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,609
Posted By obas

GW upper A-arms won't align

I installed a set of GW upper a-arms on my 75 Vette in order to get the increased caster for occasional autocrossing, however, when I brought it in for alignment the mechanic could not get the camber...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-07-2022, 03:00 PM
Replies: 2,312
Views: 160,363
Posted By obas

Thanks Papawana! The AC one is going to be very...

Thanks Papawana! The AC one is going to be very helpful cleaning up the wiring.
Forum: C3 General
02-03-2022, 07:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,668
Posted By obas

Fixed the engine run-on issue by putting a diode...

Fixed the engine run-on issue by putting a diode on the white wire (originally brown/white) going from the alternator to the ACC terminal on the fuse box.

In hindsight, after everyone helping me...
Forum: C3 General
02-03-2022, 01:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,668
Posted By obas

To clarify, the instruction picture shows 6 wires...

To clarify, the instruction picture shows 6 wires on my dash harness, however, there is actually 7 wires on my car. The 7th wire that is not shown in the illustration is a brown/white wire that is...
Forum: C3 General
02-03-2022, 12:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,668
Posted By obas

Thanks for all the feedback. Based on what I am...

Thanks for all the feedback. Based on what I am learning I am going to revisit my wiring to the new steering column.

Below are the instructions from the manufacturer I followed. The one...
Forum: C3 General
02-02-2022, 06:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,668
Posted By obas

Currently the white wire from the alternator...

Currently the white wire from the alternator connects to the ACC circuit in the fuse block and the pink wire goes to IGN. When I disconnect the white wire on the ACC connection the car starts and...
Forum: C3 General
02-02-2022, 02:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,668
Posted By obas

Bad alternator causing run-on?

I read in another thread that a bad diode in the alternator can cause a car to continue running after the key is shut off and would like to confirm the information, plus share the issue for any other...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-22-2020, 04:40 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 9,404
Posted By obas

:lurk: Wondering the same thing for my stinger...

:lurk: Wondering the same thing for my stinger hood.

BTW, that is a beautiful red vette!
Forum: C3 General
09-05-2020, 10:05 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 735
Posted By obas

I was influenced by Baldwin Motion, plus the C6R...

I was influenced by Baldwin Motion, plus the C6R for color and the "Corvette Racing" and "C3R Jake" symbols.
...
Forum: C3 General
08-25-2020, 07:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,485
Posted By obas

Car looks great! Liking that front center...

Car looks great!

Liking that front center grill, where did you get that from?
Forum: C3 General
08-10-2020, 10:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,342
Posted By obas

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