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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-05-2004, 02:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,363
Posted By tictocdok

ujoints should not be a slip fit, they should be...

ujoints should not be a slip fit, they should be tight so the cap doesn't rotate in the yoke and wear thru the yoke.
rear spindle bearings can be a slip fit if you use a spacer and shims, get the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-20-2004, 03:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,290
Posted By tictocdok

money crunches tend to be temporary, don't panic...

money crunches tend to be temporary, don't panic because in a few months you'll get thru it and be glad you kept the vette, it is well worth more than you'll ever get in cash.
next time you get...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-19-2004, 01:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 300
Posted By tictocdok

Thanks JOhnZ! appreciate the info... was...

Thanks JOhnZ!
appreciate the info... was leaning toward doing it as you say, as long as it's torn down...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-19-2004, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 300
Posted By tictocdok

'57 283 timing gear question

anybody know if a '57 283 engine has nylon timing gears like the '78s do?? engine has 90k miles on it and am thinking about changing a few parts for preventive maintenance! Timing chain and gears,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2004, 03:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 779
Posted By tictocdok

I did all the mechanical stuff and suspension,...

I did all the mechanical stuff and suspension, then did paint and interior last
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-07-2004, 03:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 332
Posted By tictocdok

my 78 was doing the same exact thing, tried 2new...

my 78 was doing the same exact thing, tried 2new calipers, bled them, tried new hoses, finally replaced the hard line and pads at the same time and fixed the problem... not sure if it was pads or the...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
09-02-2004, 03:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 244
Posted By tictocdok

OT,anybody know of a 57 chevy forum?

anybody know if/where I can find a forum like this for 57 chevy advice.parts etc??

tks,
Tic
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-21-2004, 03:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 169
Posted By tictocdok

new armrests for 78 doeskin

Please write to tictocdok2@aol.com if you have 2 new armrests for 1978 Doeskin color.
tks,
Elvin :cheers:
Forum: C3s for Sale/Wanted
04-21-2004, 03:34 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 184
Posted By tictocdok

New armrests wanted for '78 doeskin

please write to tictocdok2@aol.com if you have a pair of new armrests for sale. 1978 with Doeskin interior.
tks,
ELvin :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-15-2003, 03:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,428
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Can't get '73 454 started .... (vvv90)

possibly you were on Top Dead Center of the exhaust stroke, you could try pulling the distributor and turn the rotor 180 degrees.
it should start even if the timing is off 10-20 degrees, might...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
12-10-2003, 12:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,842
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Interesting Pro Street Vette on Ebay... (GrandSportC3)

be careful if you live in NY or Ca, this car prolly would not pass emissions inspection (ya think?), unless ya trade 10 bucks and a six pack... :-)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-23-2003, 10:18 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 786
Posted By tictocdok

Re: stuff an oily rag into the frame to prevent future rust? (tictocdok)

thanks for all your inputs!! I'm gonna check out the rustproofing oil and ask how long it lasts. wil probably paint the outside of the frame and then coat the inside with either oil or paint! it...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-22-2003, 01:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 786
Posted By tictocdok

stuff an oily rag into the frame to prevent future rust?

I just finished repairing the frame corners on my 78 and before I weld in the last couple square inches I wondered if it would be a good idea to soak an old rag in oil and stuff it into the frame(...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-17-2003, 02:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,451
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Rams Horn Exhaust Manifolds (Skeets)

I must have been lucky, didn't pay any attention to left or right....replaced both of mine and only had to change the studs, which I was gonna do anyway as the old ones were shot. the passenger...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-14-2003, 10:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 406
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Got tools at Auction! (Tominator)

will Ford tools work ok on a vette or will they self-destruct? :D
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-14-2003, 10:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 500
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Rear Body mounts installation (Daniels)

I used aluminum 3/16 rivets, long enough to be able to put a washer on the end of the rivet. (3/4 inch maybe?? it's beena couple years so forgot!)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-11-2003, 01:24 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,405
Posted By tictocdok

Re: How many military member? (kmat5)

Army Security Agency, 71-74.. West Berlin!!! Good duty, good people, good beer... what else is there? :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2003, 10:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,589
Posted By tictocdok

Re: HELP!! I need to find a way to spray paint into my frame!! (7t2vette)

I used a cheap garden sprayer, mixed kerosene with rustmoleum and thinned it out until it sprayed a fan pattern.. pumped up the sprayer by hand and did the inside of the frame a couple times hoping...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-24-2003, 09:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 812
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Rear wheel bearing removal (MWLockwood)

depends on whether or not you've got the spindle out of the TA. a couple methods which are sort of a long process to go into here in great detail! do you have a repair manual for your vette?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-17-2003, 03:58 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 15,540
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Girls of the Corvette Forum Calendar and more... (Mike Mercury)

assuming this is the first calendar (?) we should have pics of all the C-1 thru C-6, thereby a broader group of buyers.. after the calendar corp grows we could split it off into C-1, C-2,Etc.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-17-2003, 01:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,495
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Getting Married - Guess Who!!! (UKPaul)

Saturday?? yup.. will have a beer for ya at exactly 6pm eastern time.. say Cheers! best of luck and congrats :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-17-2003, 01:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 274
Posted By tictocdok

upcoming project, remove SBC and put BBC, anybody got a parts list?

Greetings and happy spring, finally got a few dry days in Western NY!
My upcoming winter project (maybe) will be to put in a 454 in my 78, in place of the L48 engine. Has anybody got a list of...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-15-2003, 04:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,376
Posted By tictocdok

Re: turn signal flasher on a 78, where is it?? (fauxrs)

found it!! thanks guys, I owe ya one :cheers: :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-14-2003, 08:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,376
Posted By tictocdok

turn signal flasher on a 78, where is it??

anybody know where to find the tunr signal flasher on a 78?? it's isn't on the fusebox nor under the dash on drivers side... maybe under the passerger side??
tks,
Tic :cheers:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-10-2003, 03:54 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,373
Posted By tictocdok

Re: Bought a Rustang. Does that mean I have to leave the forum? (gerry72)

I'll take it!!!! but what I really want is a Shelby 500... :-)
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