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Forum: C3 General
03-20-2024, 05:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 316
Posted By commander_47

Well, the problem appears to be fixed. I was...

Well, the problem appears to be fixed. I was able to get a new switch at Summit today. With my discount and Summit Bucks it was only 71.00 including tax. Not too bad considering what I paid for...
Forum: C3 General
03-19-2024, 05:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 316
Posted By commander_47

Wow, great information, especially Peterbilt. ...

Wow, great information, especially Peterbilt.

An update:

a. I took apart the console and got to the shifter and NSS.

b. Removed and took apart the NSS. I immediately noticed a little...
Forum: C3 General
03-18-2024, 12:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 395
Posted By commander_47

Looks AWESOME. Really like that color. ...

Looks AWESOME.

Really like that color. That is what mine is originally. Mine has some nicks and chips and cracking that I want to address.

I want to campaign my beast on its 50th...
Forum: C3 General
03-17-2024, 12:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 316
Posted By commander_47

Neutral safety switch woes

I have run across a very very weird problem in my opinion.

My car (74 LS4, 454, with TH 400 trans) developed a dangerous condition that has me perplexed.

If the ignition is on, not...
Forum: C3 General
03-17-2024, 12:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 395
Posted By commander_47

I really appreciate all the input. I want...

I really appreciate all the input.

I want to get through this season, then do the big paint next year. (50 year b day of the 74 this year.)

Summit is only a 10 minute drive from my house, ...
Forum: C3 General
03-16-2024, 12:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 395
Posted By commander_47

color opinion

I'm replacing the neoprene bumper on a 74 coupe.

I am planning on painting the whole car next year. What I want to do is match the Classic White 910 GM color as close as possible to a summit...
Forum: C3 General
02-13-2024, 11:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,537
Posted By commander_47

Really, I'm glad you are done. All it...

Really, I'm glad you are done.

All it takes is a little research on this to get an idea. All the info is readily available on this forum:

...
Forum: C3 General
02-13-2024, 10:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 252
Posted By commander_47

The car has 90 k on it. All original. ...

The car has 90 k on it. All original. Faithfully maintained.

I just rebuilt the steering column and shifter in the car with new spring and neutral safety switch. As part of that process...
Forum: C3 General
02-12-2024, 12:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,537
Posted By commander_47

haha, I'm reminded of the last scene in True...

haha, I'm reminded of the last scene in True Grit:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-cPWheNyaA

Yes, i have been around a lot of C4's, and other GM cars with CF/TBI systems. The 84 C4 had...
Forum: C3 General
02-12-2024, 11:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 252
Posted By commander_47

Vac modulator advise

I have just changed oil/filter, and adjusted my TH 400 on 1974, LS4, 454.

The car runs fine except to me, the shifting seems a little late and sloppy.

I've been reading up on the adjustable...
Forum: C3 General
02-10-2024, 07:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,537
Posted By commander_47

The biggest problem with the 82 CE is the cross...

The biggest problem with the 82 CE is the cross fire induction. One year only and can be difficult to find parts for and service. This link might be useful:
...
Forum: C3 General
02-06-2024, 03:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,150
Posted By commander_47

I would consider 3500 a bargain for a numbers...

I would consider 3500 a bargain for a numbers matching big block needing a complete redo.

That car could fetch in the 4-4500 range as a "fair" deal to someone willing to take on the work.

If...
Forum: C3 General
02-06-2024, 03:41 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,063
Posted By commander_47

Actually I stand corrected. The absolute...

Actually I stand corrected.

The absolute WORST year for horsepower was 1975. 165 hp.

1976 got a boot to 180.

And for 79, nearly 53,800 vettes were produced and sold, 14,500 L82 225...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
02-04-2024, 05:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 935
Posted By commander_47

45K for a 2010 that has been modded to another...

45K for a 2010 that has been modded to another persons taste, and with some body damage, even minor? It's a no go for me. Way too much money. Average 2010 GS coupe price is around 29-32 K.
...
Forum: C3 General
02-03-2024, 06:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,251
Posted By commander_47

IMHO it is a good deal. I hope you get it.

IMHO it is a good deal. I hope you get it.
Forum: C3 General
02-03-2024, 06:08 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 21,081
Posted By commander_47

I totally admire, appreciate and support your...

I totally admire, appreciate and support your work and dedication on this. I actually love the movie.

It looks great, even if it isn't necessarily my style! I'm also not a fan of the gigantic...
Forum: C3 General
02-01-2024, 04:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,401
Posted By commander_47

The car looks to be all there, but it all doesn't...

The car looks to be all there, but it all doesn't look good.

A lot of folks make the mistake of thinking that just because it has "sat" for years means means it's in good mechanical shape. I...
Forum: C3 General
01-28-2024, 03:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 291
Posted By commander_47

One time I took a 79 and got really goofy with...

One time I took a 79 and got really goofy with it. We were able to put a 454 from a truck into it and I then was able to build a cold air intake using a dual plenum from spectre, like this one: ...
Forum: C3 General
01-27-2024, 06:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 291
Posted By commander_47

I can tell you that I have done this job on...

I can tell you that I have done this job on several different cars and it works great and always draws a crowd. This is how I did an 81 a few years ago with a 383 stroker.

You can take a folgers...
Forum: C3 General
01-23-2024, 03:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 144
Posted By commander_47

ahh, I answered my own question. The...

ahh, I answered my own question.

The short one goes on number 7 simply because the neutral/park safety lock cable that connects to the steering column passes right up along side it.

DUH!!!...
Forum: C3 General
01-23-2024, 11:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 144
Posted By commander_47

1974, 454 LS4 Spark Shield help!!!

Hi all,

Getting ready to put the drivers side manifold back on and forgot which spark plug gets the SHORT spark shield!!!

Number order on drivers side is 1, 3, 5, 7. I'm sure it isn't 3 or...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
01-04-2024, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,294
Posted By commander_47

It is not difficult at all. You do have to...

It is not difficult at all. You do have to remove the left rear tire and the front of the fender well, pull back the cover inside the trunk on the left side where the solenoid/mechanism is.
...
Forum: C3 General
01-01-2024, 10:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 699
Posted By commander_47

Now how is this for an ending. My dilemma...

Now how is this for an ending.

My dilemma is solved. My wife went and bought me a new Borgeson on sale at Summit.

She gave it to me for xmas.

I guess she was tired of watching me mope...
Forum: C3 General
12-22-2023, 06:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 552
Posted By commander_47

My Corvette heat riser on the exhaust flange is...

My Corvette heat riser on the exhaust flange is not run off a vacuum. It is controlled by the bi-metal spring. Just like on the choke. As the spring gets hot, it expands and pulls the vane open...
Forum: C3 General
12-22-2023, 10:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 699
Posted By commander_47

to borgeson or not

74 454

This car still had the EGR valve bolted on the front with the clamp. It was totally unserviceable so I removed it, welded up the base and reattached it. With the big cowl air intake on...
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