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03-25-2018, 04:20 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Thanks for the reply’s. I guess no magic trick, I...

Thanks for the reply’s. I guess no magic trick, I did want to make sure I wasn’t missing something. I did finally get it on without further disassembly. However there is absolutely no room in there....
03-24-2018, 02:37 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

1980 headlight switch replacement

I was able to get the old switch to finally release the shaft and pulled off the electrical connection and removed the switch. What is the trick to get this installed.? I can get my hand back up...
12-29-2011, 11:56 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Do you have a working passenger side lighted...

Do you have a working passenger side lighted vanity mirror?
Backup lens covers (red outside with white inside circle)?
04-01-2008, 11:37 AM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Thanks for the replies. Got er done... I...

Thanks for the replies. Got er done...
I checked with my distr that was out of the car and one tooth really does move the rotor quiet a bit, about one hour on a clock face.

So I moved the distr...
03-31-2008, 10:30 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Mine are also metal tubes connecting into the...

Mine are also metal tubes connecting into the trany. Just fixed a drip leak at the nut last week.
03-31-2008, 10:27 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

OK, so if I move the distr by one tooth CCW, how...

OK, so if I move the distr by one tooth CCW, how much should the rotor physically move/turn? When I did this several times it turned the rotor about 3/4". Is this correct or should it be less?
03-31-2008, 09:40 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

For the tach, check connection at the distributor...

For the tach, check connection at the distributor and also check the connection at the tach capacitor. I found this second connection point loose or bad connection a couple times on mine causing...
03-31-2008, 09:31 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

OK, thanks for the replies so far. - I tried...

OK, thanks for the replies so far.
- I tried several times to get it to move only slightly CCW and I also adjusted the oil pump shaft. But the only time it would drop down is when it turned about...
03-31-2008, 08:08 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Distributor Stabbing

Well I stabbed my first distributor today and all went well. Much easier than I thought. She is running smooth with a new GM Perf distributor.

However, at idle when I try to reduce my initial...
06-06-2006, 11:04 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

So it sounds like the water pump is an adjust to...

So it sounds like the water pump is an adjust to fit and keep adjusting until it fits.

So you were able to use the supplied 8" harmonic balancer?
06-06-2006, 10:23 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

ZZ383: radiator shroud and pulleys

Just bought a GM ZZ383 for my 80.:cheers:
Questions:
Will my existing L82 pulleys fit and lineup? Or do I need to change the supplied harmonic balancer from 8" to a 6.75"?
Will my existing one...
06-06-2006, 10:13 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

The performer will fit, why not use that, better...

The performer will fit, why not use that, better than stock and don't need to change the hood. I am putting in a ZZ383 this week and I ordered a performer vortec for my 80. I don't know if there is...
05-22-2006, 08:26 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Thanks for the replies. I can't wait to feel the...

Thanks for the replies. I can't wait to feel the results.
05-20-2006, 10:23 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

I have an 80 with true duels from MAD. I would...

I have an 80 with true duels from MAD. I would recommend them. They fit fine and are a huge improvement over the stock setup. I run Magna Flow SS straight through mufflers which provide low...
05-20-2006, 09:53 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

I can't post the head numbers since she is in the...

I can't post the head numbers since she is in the shop but the heads were stock L82 for 1980 model. I will be pulling the trigger on Monday for ordering some top end parts.
05-20-2006, 06:58 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Compression Ratio and Head Choice

I have an 80 L82 with stock 9.0:1 compression ratio. Does anyone know what is the head chamber size? If I change to 62cc heads, what will the compression ratio change to?

I am picking out new...
Forum: C3 General
10-13-2005, 10:15 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

So how did they fit when you got them? I am...

So how did they fit when you got them? I am planning to order mine at 15X8 3 3/4"BS next week or maybe tomorrow. I also have the 255 tires and they are close to the outside of the fenders even with...
08-29-2005, 11:08 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Greyhook, I saw the before and after video you...

Greyhook, I saw the before and after video you have...WOW... that Holley kit looks like it has some great performance. Your original L-82 looks better than mine, I can't lay rubber unless I do a...
08-29-2005, 10:49 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Nice performance Ed. Does your new engine fit...

Nice performance Ed. Does your new engine fit under the stock 80 hood? 1.5-2" Drop base air cleaner? I also have an 80 and I'm in the hunt right now for more performance from mine. Stroker is...
08-28-2005, 12:36 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Well, lots to consider. I guess the summary is,...

Well, lots to consider. I guess the summary is, if you are going to do the top end right I should redo the bottom end at the same time. So even if it seems like while the bottom end components may be...
08-28-2005, 12:05 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Other replys are good suggestions especially if...

Other replys are good suggestions especially if the vette is new to you. I also just started hearing a pop sound when I get on it a little hard from a stop. My rear bearings and fluid are new and...
08-27-2005, 08:14 AM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Top end / Bottom end

I have an 80 L82 true duals w/ 110 K easy miles and do mostly general cruising. Want more low end torque fun factor. Considering changing out top end to GMPP Vortec heads, Eldebrock Air Gap Perf RPM,...
08-21-2005, 08:24 PM
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Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

So, how did you make out. Did it fit? I am...

So, how did you make out. Did it fit? I am looking at a similar setup.
01-02-2005, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 480
Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

I can't find my receipt right now, but I think...

I can't find my receipt right now, but I think the price was $475 per side for them to rebuild and power coat my arms. It takes a couple days if you want your arms redone and I think they will do it...
01-02-2005, 10:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 480
Posted By Dk Met Grn 80 L82

Here is a photo of the rebuild arms while still...

Here is a photo of the rebuild arms while still on the lift.
http://users.adelphia.net/~nordicsons/Tarmpost.jpg
The vette color does not show too good in this photo but it is close.
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