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Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
08-02-2016, 10:49 PM
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Views: 5,690
Posted By texasbaehr

Custom 1981 Corvette for Sale

Selling my custom 81 Corvette
See Ebay Ad for details and pics:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/172288783411?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

One of a kind 81 Corvette
383 Stroker,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 10:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 878
Posted By texasbaehr

I put dual adjustable coil overs on my 81. bought...

I put dual adjustable coil overs on my 81. bought them through a local speed shop to make sure I got the right springs lots of $$$$. I had them on for a few months could never get them adjusted to my...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 10:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,690
Posted By texasbaehr

MelWff is right, if you are going to all the...

MelWff is right, if you are going to all the trouble to do the conversion you need to replace all the front end wear components. I did a complete front suspension/steering rebuild on my 81 had it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 837
Posted By texasbaehr

As per the other posters the gummed up Tracks are...

As per the other posters the gummed up Tracks are the most likely culprit.
Pull the door panels and clean the old grease out of the tracks and rollers as best you can. Stuff some rags in the door...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 09:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,270
Posted By texasbaehr

I agree with CV2Air, a decent paint job on a...

I agree with CV2Air, a decent paint job on a Corvette is upwards of $8K and on an 81 you'll never get your $ back on it. Even if your body is perfect and you can get away with minimal prep still...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-15-2016, 09:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,583
Posted By texasbaehr

I'm running a 383 with 280 dur cam, hood...

I'm running a 383 with 280 dur cam, hood clearance will be a problem for most performance manifolds on the Vettes unless you go to an L88 style hood. I had a Edelbrock Performer EPS on the 350 before...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-14-2016, 09:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,007
Posted By texasbaehr

A two bolt main block with properly balanced...

A two bolt main block with properly balanced rotating assembly and ARP cap bolts will handle 500HP up to 5500RPM. If you are going to add forced induction , rollers, and expect to rev 6000RPM+ then...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-08-2016, 12:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,872
Posted By texasbaehr

Continuity is good on all three wires. In the...

Continuity is good on all three wires. In the event one only had a few strands of copper, I jumperd each one at its termination point.
Earlier I found the black wire was shorted to ground somewhere...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
01-07-2016, 09:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,872
Posted By texasbaehr

81 Power Door Look issue

Working on getting my door locks to work.
Both Switches are new, replaced the connectors (soldered and heat shrink) lock solenoids are new.
Drivers side will only unlock (both doors) Pass Side will...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-14-2015, 10:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,252
Posted By texasbaehr

Replaced the balancer on my 81. Heated the...

Replaced the balancer on my 81.
Heated the balancer and cooled the shaft with a can of keyboard cleaning spray.
Male sure you buy a name brand made in USA balancer install tool or rent one from...
Forum: C3 General
11-14-2015, 10:03 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,673
Posted By texasbaehr

Does this set up require a reverse flow water...

Does this set up require a reverse flow water pump? Do you know if the a/c bracket will bolt up to a Sanden Compressor?
Thanks
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-11-2015, 08:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,693
Posted By texasbaehr

Rear Differential Snubber

Just finished replacing the rear end snubber on the 81. What a pain!
1. Had to use a pry bar to hold the bolt head from turning to get the nut off and back on. There is no room to get a 5/8" wrench...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-06-2015, 08:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,684
Posted By texasbaehr

The door lock actuator attaches to a lever...

The door lock actuator attaches to a lever mounted to the inside door frame. It is not protected by the anti theft guard.
If you hook it with the slim Jim and pull up the door will unlock.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-05-2015, 09:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 19,627
Posted By texasbaehr

When I bought my 81 the door locks did not work...

When I bought my 81 the door locks did not work at all. I pulled the door panels and found the PO had removed the actuators. I found the brackets on Ebay and bought new actuators. They worked great...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-05-2015, 08:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,684
Posted By texasbaehr

I had issues with my door locks not releasing...

I had issues with my door locks not releasing with the key and locking me out of the car. I found a slim Jim works good once you know where to hook it in the door panel. I can open the door in...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-05-2015, 08:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,740
Posted By texasbaehr

Have used Ultra Black gasket maker for rear end...

Have used Ultra Black gasket maker for rear end cover, valve covers and oil pan gaskets with great results. I apply a thick bead, lightly finger tight the bolts and then let the RTV set up overnight...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-05-2015, 08:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,461
Posted By texasbaehr

I bought a reproduction headlight switch for my...

I bought a reproduction headlight switch for my 81 which was "made in China" Looked real good very much like the Delco unit.
After installation I needed to remove it to re-do the dash and the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-29-2015, 09:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 8,800
Posted By texasbaehr

Have you checked the oil sender, it is on the...

Have you checked the oil sender, it is on the back of the engine, They fail and leak oil all over the back of the block and the tranny.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-26-2015, 11:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 494
Posted By texasbaehr

Definitely do a compression and leak down test. I...

Definitely do a compression and leak down test. I suspect compression will be OK due to the low miles but if you have carboned up valves the leakdown will show that.
Also buy some new valve cover...
Forum: C3 General
05-26-2015, 10:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,194
Posted By texasbaehr

Speedway Motor sells them. I found one on EBay....

Speedway Motor sells them. I found one on EBay. Made a new fuel door from carbon fiber panel, cut a hole in the door and mounted the base of the cap underneath with SS screws. Mounted the new door to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-18-2015, 08:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,581
Posted By texasbaehr

With much trepidation, I ran a can of Engine...

With much trepidation, I ran a can of Engine Flush through it, changed the oil with a quart if Slick 50, no more issues. Ran it hard and hot and runs like a scared dog!
Must have had some crud in a...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-12-2015, 06:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,581
Posted By texasbaehr

No need for the deflectors. Doing that with the...

No need for the deflectors. Doing that with the engine running is a mess. Assuming you have hydraulic lifters, Best way to adjust is with the engine cold.
Remove valve covers and plugs, rotate...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-12-2015, 06:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,581
Posted By texasbaehr

Did a compression check and all is well. I may...

Did a compression check and all is well. I may have a lifter with crud in it or one that is collapsing under load. Since this only happens hot under full load I can't duplicate it in the garage. I'm...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-11-2015, 08:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,581
Posted By texasbaehr

Everything looks fine with the valvetrain, So I...

Everything looks fine with the valvetrain, So I think I might have a bad lifter. Since this only happens under load and hot any ideas on how to isolate and check them. I will try to run an engine...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-07-2015, 10:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,326
Posted By texasbaehr

HAd the same issue on my 81, used a slim jim to...

HAd the same issue on my 81, used a slim jim to disengage the door lock. Slide it down in front of the lock cylinder and move back and pull up. It takes several tries but I was able to get it...
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