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Forum: C7 General Discussion
01-07-2020, 01:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,914
Posted By djcwardog

I am getting a Holley iNTECH CAI, part #233-05...

I am getting a Holley iNTECH CAI, part #233-05 for 14-17 Corvette 6.2 LT1.
Forum: C7 General Discussion
01-07-2020, 12:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,153
Posted By djcwardog

My 2015 came to me last week. It has PDR, Z51,...

My 2015 came to me last week. It has PDR, Z51, mag ride, 2LT and a stick - fun! However it also came with the Red X, no gps signal, no auto set clock, and the Onstar won’t make a call. I also...
Forum: C7 Tech/Performance
01-01-2020, 02:31 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 150,301
Posted By djcwardog

Great compilation! I used it to pull my...

Great compilation! I used it to pull my windshield surround and attempt the service bulletin fix for no GPS signal in my car that came with PDR. No luck though...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-23-2012, 08:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,076
Posted By djcwardog

1973 Center Grille

I still have it - PM sent. Thanks!
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-12-2011, 08:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,076
Posted By djcwardog

Still Available

Just the Center Grille at $200.00

The Assembly Manual and HVAC Seals Kit are gone.
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-12-2011, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 304
Posted By djcwardog

I have one, however...

If interested, see my For Sale thread posted in this same category.

Here's the deal. I don't have to sell mine and likely many others having an original piece don't either. The debut of the...
Forum: Transactions Feedback
11-12-2011, 08:12 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 15,341
Posted By djcwardog

Aci

I agree that American Collectors is easy to work with. I have had USAA on my non-classic cars for decades and it was USAA who referred me over to American Classics Insurance (ACI) when I got my...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-09-2011, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,076
Posted By djcwardog

Sorry, Forgot to note the price... and 2 more things to sell

I have it starting at $200.00

I also have a Doc Rebuild HVAC seals kit used for rebuilding the heater box - has all the foam seals, etc...even a few that the factory didn't provide but that make...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-09-2011, 07:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,076
Posted By djcwardog

PM Sent, yes it's an original part, not the...

PM Sent, yes it's an original part, not the repro... this was made for the '73 - but if you paint it matte black to black out the (as delivered and currently chromed) fin edges, it is the same as...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
11-08-2011, 06:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,076
Posted By djcwardog

FS: 1973 Center Grille - Original, not a Repro

Also up on our favorite auction site but glad to sell to a fellow forum member - where I got it a few years ago! This is the original piece and not the recent reproduction, so it is quite rare. For...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-12-2011, 10:34 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,755
Posted By djcwardog

While you are at it...

I know the OP and I have seen his beautiful all-original '79. It is indeed an L-82 and I helped him set the timing per Lars's white paper (however, no hammer was needed for his throttle cable...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-30-2010, 10:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,544
Posted By djcwardog

Further Update

Vintage Air sent me the modified rear bracket that was the earlier subject of this post. It works with the long pump bracket kit to lower my compressor just enough that there are no more rubbing...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-11-2010, 09:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 884
Posted By djcwardog

I think those are cool cars - as was the '82...

I think those are cool cars - as was the '82 Firebird with same motor... You can get some power out of them from what I've read. Enjoy!
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-11-2010, 09:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 483
Posted By djcwardog

I recently did this - same gear as your car... ...

I recently did this - same gear as your car... Get some of those u-joint socket extensions for the bolts under the brake booster. You may want to consider pulling the a/c evap box off the firewall...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-11-2010, 09:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,517
Posted By djcwardog

That Alpine works great! Pandora is superb!

I put one in the other day - got on Amazon.com for $250.00 - good deal! As for the rear speakers, don't the 78-82 Vettes have some sort of corner speaker plates that could be used which mount high...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-11-2010, 09:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,911
Posted By djcwardog

Right on, Phil... If leaving the cam...

Right on, Phil...

If leaving the cam alone, I'd also leave the stock L-82 intake. I remember the stock L-82 intake I took off a 1977 L-82 I had years ago to put on a Performer. It was actually...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-11-2010, 09:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,282
Posted By djcwardog

Wife Friendly?

I have to ask - why not leave the cam alone and see about quieting down the exhaust sound if you can...? My wife looks right past the nice paint and classic lines of my car and goes right to "it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-10-2010, 02:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 24,753
Posted By djcwardog

Without Rivets

However, if you can settle for 17" tires, my favorites in the Plus-2 category have to be the SLP ZR-1 wheels. They look great and have a lineage from modern Chevy muscle back to our vintage rides......
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-10-2010, 02:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 57,224
Posted By djcwardog

You have some good replies here already. ...

You have some good replies here already. Basically you are buying the parts needed to duplicate a factory big-block installation (which ended with the 1974 model) into your 76. You already have the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-10-2010, 02:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 421
Posted By djcwardog

One trick is being sure the new brackets you will...

One trick is being sure the new brackets you will need keep the compressor low enough to avoid interference with your hood. You might want to give Vintage Air a call. I installed their SureFit...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
05-14-2010, 09:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 768
Posted By djcwardog

Glad to have that as well! Thanks - DJC

Glad to have that as well! Thanks - DJC
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
05-13-2010, 09:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 768
Posted By djcwardog

WTB Rochester Carb #7043201

For my 1973 454 Vette with manual transmission. If only a core, I'll have Lars rebuild. If ready to use, I certainly will...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-13-2010, 09:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,995
Posted By djcwardog

...and it was the old timing chain nearly letting...

...and it was the old timing chain nearly letting go that made me go ahead and do it... I hated tearing into an original motor but they all wear out some time... I saved the old worn-out cam...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-12-2010, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 610
Posted By djcwardog

JET 800 CFM 36002 M4M Carb with 77 jets/48M rods

After recent engine work I thought I should update this old post as well - see sig for the updated parts... Finalizing carb tuning - again... This carb uses an electric choke so I ran a hot 12v...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-12-2010, 05:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,995
Posted By djcwardog

Update - XE262H installed

I ended up putting the XE262H in my car with Comp Cam K-kit (lifters, springs, etc). I also had the heads gone through for a basic valve job. The car seems to like the cam and now I am fine tuning...
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