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Forum: C4 General Discussion
11-29-2020, 10:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,153
Posted By maddogwyatt

Hammerite

I used Smooth Hammerite in black on mine. It covered well in just one coat, and has lasted at least 4 years so far with no problems from heat.
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-28-2020, 11:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 718
Posted By maddogwyatt

It's not just the instrument lights' rheostat...

It's not just the instrument lights' rheostat turned up too far, is it?
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-19-2019, 12:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,476
Posted By maddogwyatt

If it is worn pins, it's a long and complex job....

If it is worn pins, it's a long and complex job. Have a look in Tech section. There's a post with photos that will frighten you unless you're a pro mechanic!!
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-21-2019, 01:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,798
Posted By maddogwyatt

Don't trust your gauge

Don't trust your gauge - they're pretty inaccurate, especially when low! Mine will literally run out of gas while reading 36miles on the Range setting! It may be worth checking your fault codes to...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-22-2019, 01:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,513
Posted By maddogwyatt

My '93 developed a "moaning" noise when...

My '93 developed a "moaning" noise when manoeuvring after driving a few miles. Being in the UK where Corvettes are rare, I feared a diff or trans rebuild might be necessary. I actually had it booked...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-11-2018, 02:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,520
Posted By maddogwyatt

:iagree: This is true. They are plastic. Here in...

:iagree: This is true. They are plastic. Here in the UK, I swopped to glass lights with a more focussed lens (also L.H. dipping for driving on the "wrong" side of the road). I fitted high output...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
04-04-2018, 01:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,976
Posted By maddogwyatt

:iagree:

:iagree:
Forum: C4 General Discussion
03-21-2018, 01:39 PM
Replies: 414
Views: 53,960
Posted By maddogwyatt

And, Jon Friesen, I love the wheels on your...

And, Jon Friesen, I love the wheels on your C4[/QUOTE]

:iagree: :thumbs:
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-28-2018, 08:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,117
Posted By maddogwyatt

We live in the county Of Devon in South-West...

We live in the county Of Devon in South-West England, UK. As you can see from this YouTube video, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hxf7oU4k5y4&feature=youtu.be it's beautiful in the summer....
Forum: C4 General Discussion
01-27-2018, 03:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 993
Posted By maddogwyatt

Nice to hear from another Brit! I have a '93...

Nice to hear from another Brit! I have a '93 Convertible which I plan to keep for a long time. Because of this, I only drive it in the dry, which is a problem at the moment!!
I agree with you about...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
12-27-2017, 06:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,828
Posted By maddogwyatt

:iagree: 37 degrees here in the UK today with...

:iagree: 37 degrees here in the UK today with occasional snow showers. I went to work at 8am and lasted till 10am....I'm a gardener!! Corvette hasn't been out for weeks :(
Forum: C4 General Discussion
12-27-2017, 06:10 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,290
Posted By maddogwyatt

This could be the answer. I once had a new Alfa...

This could be the answer. I once had a new Alfa Romeo that drove fine until you drove at freeway speeds for a few miles. It would die but recover after a few minutes. If I removed the gas cap, air...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
11-09-2017, 01:36 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 7,363
Posted By maddogwyatt

I used glass rectangular lamps, as fitted to 1997...

I used glass rectangular lamps, as fitted to 1997 Jeep Wrangler (I believe). The lens pattern is way better. I use standard H4 halogen bulbs, but high wattage, and they're an absolute transformation...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
11-04-2017, 04:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,506
Posted By maddogwyatt

I know. I can't go lower. It scrapes my driveway!...

I know. I can't go lower. It scrapes my driveway! I don't think it looks so bad when you see the whole car.
...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
11-03-2017, 02:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,506
Posted By maddogwyatt

I have the same wheels on my '93. A pair of (I...

I have the same wheels on my '93. A pair of (I think) 40mm spacers greatly improved the look at the rear.
...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-21-2017, 05:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,737
Posted By maddogwyatt

Thankfully not!!:lol:

Thankfully not!!:lol:
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-20-2017, 01:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,325
Posted By maddogwyatt

"Is this the best way to do it? Any suggestions?"...

"Is this the best way to do it? Any suggestions?"

I took mine in to the MOT Station (UK annual test place) where I have mine tested, and asked them to check it on their alignment machine. It was...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-20-2017, 01:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,737
Posted By maddogwyatt

Apropos of nothing

This won't help, but it may amuse you. Many years ago I worked for a Volvo and Alfa Romeo dealership. I was lent a new Alfasud for demonstrations and my own use. When I used the air vents or heater,...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-04-2017, 01:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,802
Posted By maddogwyatt

:iagree: And it will be good for the motor,...

:iagree: And it will be good for the motor, alternator, trans, rear end, brakes, etc . Win, win!:yesnod:
Forum: C4 General Discussion
09-22-2017, 01:57 PM
Replies: 414
Views: 53,960
Posted By maddogwyatt

My P.O.S Transit Connect. Plus points; Roomy,...

My P.O.S Transit Connect.
Plus points; Roomy, old (so I don't worry about scratching it), cheap.
Minus points; Slowest vehicle I've evr owned!!

...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-13-2017, 01:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 996
Posted By maddogwyatt

[QUOTE=Joe C;1595330586]the worst one is/was...

[QUOTE=Joe C;1595330586]the worst one is/was Classic Car Rescue with Bernie and Mario.
:iagree: I can't watch it - such a pair of unpleasant morons.....:ack::ack:
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-13-2017, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,332
Posted By maddogwyatt

I'm thinking about one of these for my vert ...

I'm thinking about one of these for my vert
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Kenwood-KSC-SW11-Underseat-Subwoofer-Radiator/dp/B00BO8O9XQ/ref=pd_cp_107_3
It's less than 3 inches deep, so I'm wondering...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-13-2017, 12:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,147
Posted By maddogwyatt

Me too! My '93 Vert has the same. I kept them...

Me too! My '93 Vert has the same. I kept them when I went "muffler delete":thumbs:
Forum: C4 General Discussion
08-09-2017, 01:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 769
Posted By maddogwyatt

You guys are lucky! Here in the UK, I can't buy...

You guys are lucky! Here in the UK, I can't buy any of the blades I see recommended on this forum. I've had to buy plain rubber inserts and make my own. I don't mind that so much, but they were...
Forum: C4 General Discussion
07-14-2017, 01:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,408
Posted By maddogwyatt

I get the same thing. People like it a lot. The...

I get the same thing. People like it a lot. The only other one I've seen was a coupe at a local car show. sadly there was no sign of the owner....
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