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Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-29-2019, 05:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,373
Posted By Rayzsurfer

That is a good suggestion I will do that and...

That is a good suggestion I will do that and flush the engine.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-29-2019, 04:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,373
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Lifter Woe

The only problem is I was doing this work with the engine installed in the car. I didn't want to pull it out.
Forum: C6 Corvette ZR1 & Z06
03-29-2019, 03:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,373
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Lifter Woe

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I recently started hearing what sounded like a loose ball bearing rattling...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
10-19-2018, 03:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,309
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Addition To Wish List

ill start saving for that mid, I have a 2011 GS that is all stock and has nice power but your set up would take to another level of scary. Look forward to seeing the finished product and any lessons...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-01-2018, 12:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 23,788
Posted By Rayzsurfer

And a clarification to my problem the hard...

And a clarification to my problem the hard shifting happens well above the set point for the solenoid to lock out second gear. I see the light come on the dash when that feature kicks in.
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
09-01-2018, 12:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 23,788
Posted By Rayzsurfer

I was well aware that this was an old post I had...

I was well aware that this was an old post I had done a search for this problem and ran across this one. The person who posted never responded if the syncro repair did the job. I admit I am a noob...
Forum: C6 Corvette General Discussion
08-30-2018, 06:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 23,788
Posted By Rayzsurfer

I would love to hear if the 2nd gear synchro...

I would love to hear if the 2nd gear synchro fixed the issues or if you found something else?
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
08-02-2018, 05:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,288
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Someone want to give me the part number and where...

Someone want to give me the part number and where the solenoid was purchased? I am about to do this myself but not sure which solenoid I should use. Napa does sell a starter/solenoid for $117 not a...
Forum: C6 Tech/Performance
07-05-2018, 08:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,517
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Stetz, I too am fighting this gremlin where...

Stetz, I too am fighting this gremlin where exactly is that ground? If you can take a photo of it that would be great
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-08-2015, 01:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Yes they are self aligning, mine do not have that...

Yes they are self aligning, mine do not have that indent. The top of my valve stem has a lot of wear, I'm going to pull off the head or heads, depends how motivated I am.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-08-2015, 11:12 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

That sounds like my condition. Would you happen...

That sounds like my condition. Would you happen to have any photos of a cylinder head with that condition? I didn't want to remove the heads and start down that rabbit hole since this is not the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-07-2015, 01:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Ok so I proceeded to adjust the valves with the...

Ok so I proceeded to adjust the valves with the engine running and that definitely worked well. The engine runs better :woohoo:

Now for the bad news:willy: I noticed that one of my rocker arms had...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-06-2015, 06:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

I have finally cut open my old valve covers and...

I have finally cut open my old valve covers and will try to adjust with the engine running. I will reply once that is done. I have attached a photo of one of the covers, it was easier than I thought...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-06-2015, 05:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Thanks for all the info folks, definitely a split...

Thanks for all the info folks, definitely a split field out there on adjusting the valves. First to answer the easy question, yes I am using a ZDDP additive
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-28-2015, 08:20 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

The challenge there is that this is a crate...

The challenge there is that this is a crate engine that has bolts in the center of the valve cover, just a little harder to carve out but not impossible I guess.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-28-2015, 07:11 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

I'm asking myself the same question now. I was...

I'm asking myself the same question now. I was just trying to be thorough or stupid maybe both.:ack:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-28-2015, 06:20 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Thanks for the responses. I tried the easy...

Thanks for the responses. I tried the easy approach first and ran the engine for another 3 minutes or so. It continued to run rough and did not feel like it was going to getting smoother, so I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-28-2015, 02:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,547
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Adjusting Hydraulic Lifters

Hello all, I finally decided to go after a noisy lifter so I pulled my valve covers and decided to adjust all valves (probably the first mistake). I followed the procedure and set the engine with no....
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-04-2015, 05:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,306
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Thanks for the photo Zwede looks great. Are those...

Thanks for the photo Zwede looks great. Are those existing bolt hole in your block? I see you used one off the tranny flange. Can you load a photo of the master? What components did you use?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-04-2015, 03:33 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,306
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Photos of Hyd Clutch

Hey this sounds like a great project for my 72' that clutch kills me in traffic. Does any one have photos they can post?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-21-2014, 09:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,436
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Hey Bill do you still have that timer? I could...

Hey Bill do you still have that timer? I could use one.
Forum: C3 General
08-19-2014, 10:10 PM
Replies: 860
Views: 266,486
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: C3 General
08-19-2014, 04:08 PM
Replies: 860
Views: 266,486
Posted By Rayzsurfer

72' Conv

Here is my 72' Bryar Blue
Forum: C3 General
08-11-2014, 12:46 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,751
Posted By Rayzsurfer

72' Installation

I have a 72' convertible that has lap belts only. I would like to add the shoulder harness but realize that I will need to open a hole in the seat back to slide them through. Do you sell the hardware...
Forum: C3 General
08-11-2014, 12:23 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,017
Posted By Rayzsurfer

Nice New Acquistion

That is a sweet looking ride! She looks pristine from the photos, congratuations.:yesnod:
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