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03-04-2024, 01:43 PM
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Posted By CiCiC3

That's all true. I still have other things I want...

That's all true. I still have other things I want to complete first on the car but am thinking ahead weighing options at this point.
03-04-2024, 01:19 PM
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Posted By CiCiC3

Hmmm I was afraid that was the case. Probably...

Hmmm I was afraid that was the case. Probably best to sell or trade for what I want. My buddies used to talk about using stall converters to spark up an automatic.
03-04-2024, 01:07 PM
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Posted By CiCiC3

Too much literal pain in shifting these days....

Too much literal pain in shifting these days....
03-04-2024, 11:05 AM
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Posted By CiCiC3

Considering switching out 4 speed for TH400 or ? tranny

For several reasons I'd like to switch from a manual transmission but was first wondering how much that would entail. A different drive shaft, console and linkage? With a '74 454 and 3.55:1 rear end...
Forum: C3 General
02-22-2024, 05:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 201
Posted By CiCiC3

O2 sensor/gauge

How much do you need to spend to get a reliable O2 sensor and gauge that will last a long while? I tried the cheap ones but didn't really last well.
Forum: C3 General
02-06-2024, 01:58 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,101
Posted By CiCiC3

Yes we have had some warm sunny weather off and...

Yes we have had some warm sunny weather off and on and is great for cruising. The cops don't seem to take notice ...but they could probably ticket us for driving a classic reserved for shows, parades...
01-01-2024, 04:14 PM
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Views: 3,223
Posted By CiCiC3

Picture had me fooled I see!

Picture had me fooled I see!
12-11-2023, 11:27 PM
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Posted By CiCiC3

I like the grey seats and interior! Good luck...

I like the grey seats and interior! Good luck with the sale!
Forum: C3 General
10-09-2023, 10:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 449
Posted By CiCiC3

It must be fiberglass but I'm not sure where it...

It must be fiberglass but I'm not sure where it came from. It just suddenly hit me when I popped open the collector gasket. I recently had a shop replace my exhaust pipe system and they said they...
Forum: C3 General
10-08-2023, 04:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 449
Posted By CiCiC3

Yes my arms get red welts so it must be allergy...

Yes my arms get red welts so it must be allergy also. I can wash it off after about 4 times lathering up.
Forum: C3 General
10-08-2023, 01:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 449
Posted By CiCiC3

Itching while working under a C3?

Anyone ever have a problem with itching on bare skin after working on a C3 after jacking it up one side and then the other? I recently removed a header sealed with orange high temp Permitex around...
05-04-2023, 12:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 414
Posted By CiCiC3

OK I guess we can close this out now, I have...

OK I guess we can close this out now, I have found everything I need for this and will purchase from a member. Thanks for all the help.
05-03-2023, 11:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 414
Posted By CiCiC3

I do have a pulley but that's it thx

I do have a pulley but that's it thx
05-02-2023, 11:54 AM
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Views: 414
Posted By CiCiC3

1974-73 Smog pump A.I.R. and associated parts

Working from scratch to add a 1974 454 smog pump AIR complete setup to my engine. Mine was equipped originally but was deleted by previous owner.
01-17-2023, 08:51 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

Getting the EVAP working seems to have got it...

Getting the EVAP working seems to have got it idling a little smoother and the gas smells are greatly diminished! I just put a purge valve AC 214-522 in and connected it to the timed port on the...
01-09-2023, 11:15 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

Moving along with setting up EVAP ( probably...

Moving along with setting up EVAP ( probably should start another thread) anyway a question about connecting smog pump lines to headers. I suppose one bank would be enough with connections to each...
01-04-2023, 11:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

Thank you that should be a big help. I did order...

Thank you that should be a big help. I did order a book today that has some kind of instruction for EVAP of my year but not sure how much.
01-04-2023, 10:48 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

I think the goo problem may possibly have...

I think the goo problem may possibly have resolved itself as I don't see anything going on with that now. Time will tell, and it seems the engine is running very well.

Lars has my attention on...
01-02-2023, 11:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

Happy new year Lars! Thanks for your help!

Happy new year Lars! Thanks for your help!
01-02-2023, 07:36 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

I don't have the GM shop manual, well I do but it...

I don't have the GM shop manual, well I do but it is at my rental home in the garage attic along with many car parts I wish I had now. Those shop manuals I think are available to the public at a...
01-02-2023, 04:31 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

yes in the summertime it is especially...

yes in the summertime it is especially noticeable. I’ll have to start from scratch on replacing it if parts are still available. I don’t think it was ever operational since I’ve owned the car. Thx...
01-02-2023, 02:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

Yeah all that the mechanic at the shop said to...

Yeah all that the mechanic at the shop said to toss it out. And he said the canister doesn’t need to be connected but I didn’t think it would hurt anything. The box TVS(?) was missing connections. ...
01-02-2023, 12:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

Thanks Lars, As far as the pcv maybe I should...

Thanks Lars, As far as the pcv maybe I should not be trying to get vacuum for the Evap off the same hose as the pcv valve going to manifold. I will try making them independent and get a separate...
01-02-2023, 10:12 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

On the diagram provided by Peterbuilt showing the...

On the diagram provided by Peterbuilt showing the factory PVC system it has the PCV valve going into the carburetor probably the base not the manifold directly ?
01-02-2023, 09:27 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,757
Posted By CiCiC3

It doesn't show the vapor canister connected to...

It doesn't show the vapor canister connected to anything, which is part of the stock PVC system
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