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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-06-2024, 12:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 212
Posted By Swept57

Thanks for responses! I could not find any...

Thanks for responses! I could not find any radiator support hole within the reach of the wire, so I just drilled one.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-06-2024, 06:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 212
Posted By Swept57

Ground Wire

I replaced the header brace in a 71 LS5. As I was disassembling the drivers side headlights, I noticed a ground wire that wasn't attached to anything, but I couldn't find any place to mount it. Does...
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
05-29-2023, 01:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,504
Posted By Swept57

[OH] 1969 Corvette trashed body $750

Hoo-boy, do I have a project for the ambitious. When my brother and sister-in-law bought their home 30+ years ago, this 69 body was found abandoned in the woods. After my brother passed away in 2002,...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-14-2021, 11:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,605
Posted By Swept57

Does anyone believe at all that this will end up...

Does anyone believe at all that this will end up in a scrap yard?
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-03-2021, 11:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,730
Posted By Swept57

In Ohio, removal/reattachment of VIN tags are...

In Ohio, removal/reattachment of VIN tags are qualified with the "intent to defraud." So it shouldn't be a problem if incorrect screws/rivets are used so long as the original tag goes back on.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
09-01-2021, 10:12 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,836
Posted By Swept57

If I did a troll like this, I would play it out...

If I did a troll like this, I would play it out further, mentioning GM exec confirmed prototype status, etc.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
08-31-2021, 11:14 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,836
Posted By Swept57

This was the OPs first post to the forum and...

This was the OPs first post to the forum and pretty sure it will be his last.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
07-29-2021, 08:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,435
Posted By Swept57

Always sad to learn of an enthusiasts passing. I...

Always sad to learn of an enthusiasts passing. I didn't know him, but recognize the handle from many posts. RIP.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-14-2021, 10:02 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 11,803
Posted By Swept57

Shady for sure, but is what he did illegal?

Shady for sure, but is what he did illegal?
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-14-2021, 09:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,719
Posted By Swept57

The show I attended required it to be placed...

The show I attended required it to be placed behind the driver's side rear wheel.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-10-2021, 05:15 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

That's why the OP should get an attorney who...

That's why the OP should get an attorney who deals in this type of thing before doing anything else. So long as there is no stolen anything in the past, I think he has a decent shot at getting a...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-10-2021, 12:11 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

I would be very concerned about the other car. If...

I would be very concerned about the other car. If you show up for a VIN inspection and it comes back in the system as already registered you risk having your car impounded.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-10-2021, 07:58 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

Yes, but I don't think, and maybe I'm wrong, the...

Yes, but I don't think, and maybe I'm wrong, the other owner knows the frame carrying his VIN exists.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-10-2021, 07:12 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

In this case, I would not share the VIN until you...

In this case, I would not share the VIN until you have decided what path you are going to pursue. I don't see any reason to give the owner of the other vehicle a heads-up.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-08-2021, 11:01 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

In many states, the frame is considered the...

In many states, the frame is considered the defining component. Most likely, however, is that the other car probably has had the VIN number stamped into the frame. Being a 53, I can see why the OP...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-07-2021, 04:14 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

There was a thread a long time ago about someone...

There was a thread a long time ago about someone selling 53 paperwork and VIN tag. Lot's of discussion, then someone chimed in that they owned the car in question. If it is a 53, I bet I can tell you...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-07-2021, 03:19 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

Good point.

Good point.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-07-2021, 02:58 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

I think it is pure speculation as to how it...

I think it is pure speculation as to how it happened, but the OP purchased the car knowing it had a state-issued VIN. I too would want to see what the frame VIN was after purchase and would pursue...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-07-2021, 12:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,338
Posted By Swept57

Just killing time until OP comes back with more...

Just killing time until OP comes back with more info/pics...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-07-2021, 09:43 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,719
Posted By Swept57

Do they require every car to have a fire...

Do they require every car to have a fire extinguisher? The last show I attended did.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-07-2021, 08:18 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,197
Posted By Swept57

So your car does not have the original VIN tag,...

So your car does not have the original VIN tag, but it does have a state-issued sticker that matches the title?
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-06-2021, 03:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,338
Posted By Swept57

I think Saddle Tan is appropriate for the...

I think Saddle Tan is appropriate for the interior, but they could have come up with something better for the paint.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-06-2021, 02:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,338
Posted By Swept57

When I bought my 63, I had no idea it was...

When I bought my 63, I had no idea it was originally tan/tan. As I learned more about it and became aware of the original colors, I initially thought it would probably be a boring color. Then I saw...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
05-05-2021, 11:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,338
Posted By Swept57

Post pics (lots) over-under-inside-out. Include...

Post pics (lots) over-under-inside-out. Include engine compartment, and VIN and data tag (located under glove box). The people here can give you a first look assessment as to whether it is something...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-15-2021, 09:51 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,420
Posted By Swept57

All of the 50 1948 Tuckers are accounted for.

All of the 50 1948 Tuckers are accounted for.
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