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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-06-2007, 02:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 642
Posted By 73Gator

Media blaster in Jacksonville

I started chemical stripping my '73 and quickly found out that chemicals were very time consuming and did not work well on my car. I tried the razor blade and could not keep from gouging the glass. ...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-20-2007, 09:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,770
Posted By 73Gator

My '73 L48 had 3998993 heads on it when I rebuilt...

My '73 L48 had 3998993 heads on it when I rebuilt it. I assumed that they were original heads since the block casting number was correct.
Forum: C3 General
03-04-2007, 06:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,633
Posted By 73Gator

Could one of you guys measure from the front tip...

Could one of you guys measure from the front tip of your hood to the front tip of the scoop (the high point) itself. Since I have a '73 and you have a '72, this will give me the front reference...
Forum: C3 General
03-04-2007, 06:05 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,633
Posted By 73Gator

You know....That scoop from ecklers looks exactly...

You know....That scoop from ecklers looks exactly like the one I just received.;) http://www.up22.com/scoopw3.htm#PR-9
But mine needs some work.
Forum: C3 General
03-03-2007, 07:37 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,633
Posted By 73Gator

Well...I am going to try it. I received my scoop...

Well...I am going to try it. I received my scoop yesterday and will start working it next week.:willy:

An L88 hood for my '73 is about $600 plus shipping. This scoop was delivered for $150. If...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-10-2006, 02:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 602
Posted By 73Gator

Also, I beleave that pistons with domes should be...

Also, I beleave that pistons with domes should be negative.
I have dome pistons and i had to enter -3.5 to get the cr to come out right.

Thanks again
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-10-2006, 01:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 602
Posted By 73Gator

CR with 70cc vice 64cc heads

I have a set of pistons that advertise 10.72:1 CR with 64cc heads. What would the CR be with 70cc heads?

Thanks
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-27-2006, 02:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 444
Posted By 73Gator

I pulled the body off in October 2002. I quit...

I pulled the body off in October 2002. I quit working on it for over a year and just recently have set aside Sundays to work on it. My goal when I took the body off, was to have it done by last...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-27-2006, 01:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 444
Posted By 73Gator

What are these things called and where can I get them

Between the speedo/tach and the bezels, I have blue plastic spacers(?) that are broken. Below is an image of the piece (where the blue dot is) that I am talking about. What are these pieces called...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-10-2006, 03:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 336
Posted By 73Gator

Replace hoses on Heater/Firewall connectors

I am trying to replace the vacuum hoses on the heater/AC connector, and thru the firewall gromet. It looks like these hoses are actually made into these connections. Is this the case? Do I need to...
Forum: C3 General
03-06-2006, 07:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,708
Posted By 73Gator

I used 2 coats of POR-15 followed by 2 coats of...

I used 2 coats of POR-15 followed by 2 coats of Rust-o-Leum Satin Black spray paint. ;)
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-04-2006, 10:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,766
Posted By 73Gator

Thanks Guys :party:

Thanks Guys :party:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-04-2006, 08:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,766
Posted By 73Gator

Air conditioning Evaporator insulation (putty like)

Could someone tell me what the Air conditioning Evaporator insulation that goes around the pipes in then evaporator box under the hood is. And where I can get it.

I went to Advance Autoparts...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
11-24-2004, 06:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 511
Posted By 73Gator

I used almost 2 quarts of POR-15 to get two good...

I used almost 2 quarts of POR-15 to get two good coats on the frame and most of the metal parts that i took off.
If you let it dry on your skin....it is there for about a week!!

I used...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
10-17-2004, 08:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,090
Posted By 73Gator

Strearling ceramic coated Hookers :thumbs:

Strearling ceramic coated Hookers :thumbs:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-10-2004, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,751
Posted By 73Gator

Great...When you guys were cleaning up and...

Great...When you guys were cleaning up and painting, what did you do with your wires/vacuum hoses?
If you removed your wires, did you pull them back through the firewall? Did you remove your dash?...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
08-09-2004, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,751
Posted By 73Gator

EMPTY Engine Bay Pics

There is a good thread on engine bays with engines in them, but how about some pictures of the engine bay just before you put the engine in. :flag:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
07-07-2004, 08:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,881
Posted By 73Gator

Re: Opinions on Van Steel? (SpyRacing)

Just don't buy their suspension video thinking it will show you how to set up the rear bearings,as they lead you to beleave.
They simply show you how to take the trailing arms off and tell you to...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-21-2004, 10:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 456
Posted By 73Gator

Re: How do I track down info on my motor with the s/n on the block? (Mikeb690)

Good information here.
The plate on the back of my 73-350 has the serial number and then V0414CLA. What does the CLA stand for?

http://garryhill.phpwebhosting.com/EngineBuild/EngineSerial.jpg
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-26-2004, 06:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,096
Posted By 73Gator

Re: ZERO compression on all 8 cylinders (73Gator)

Time to remove the ADULT BEVERAGE cart from the garage.

I had to have one too many adult beverages when I was adjusting the valves.
EVERY ONE of them was screwed up.

Thanks to you guys for...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-26-2004, 05:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,096
Posted By 73Gator

Re: ZERO compression on all 8 cylinders (Chuck Gongloff)

I will change the oil and filter before starting the engine.
I was very carefull with the ring end gaps.
I did not check the compression before the carb leak

I will go out and remove the rocker...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-26-2004, 05:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,096
Posted By 73Gator

Re: ZERO compression on all 8 cylinders (zwede)

Nope....Pulled valve covers and they are rocking as they should.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-26-2004, 05:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,096
Posted By 73Gator

ZERO compression on all 8 cylinders

I went to start my newly rebuilt (i built it) with my old edlebrock carb. Well, the carb was all gummed up and let gas run continuously down the intake. I would guess that a gallon or so went...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-17-2004, 09:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,285
Posted By 73Gator

Re: Finally Got one!!!! 73 L48 Coupe (James B)

Its about time to tear it down and rebuild it, isn't it? :steering:
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
03-19-2004, 09:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,980
Posted By 73Gator

Re: Where did I see the plans for wood frame to hold body while off frame? (Bill Oxley)

My original thread is at http://forums.corvetteforum.com/zerothread?id=767208
If you build the VetteFinders dolly, extend the front of the dolly with a couple of 2x4s to support the headlight/nose...
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