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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-18-2007, 11:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 958
Posted By bondtimbond

Thanks for the replies. I have good news in that...

Thanks for the replies. I have good news in that I think I have finally fixed my problem! In the course of the last year or so, I have checked just about every items mentioned in this thread, but...
Forum: C3 General
06-18-2007, 11:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,198
Posted By bondtimbond

Thanks for the replies. I have good news in that...

Thanks for the replies. I have good news in that I think I have finally fixed my problem! In the course of the last year or so, I have checked just about every items mentioned in this thread, but...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-13-2007, 10:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 958
Posted By bondtimbond

Thanks for the replies. Yes, I have also...

Thanks for the replies. Yes, I have also replaced my pilot bearing. What I am really looking for here is some experience with clutch disk types and how that related to smoothness of engagement. ...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-13-2007, 03:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 958
Posted By bondtimbond

Thanks for the replies. Yes, I made sure my...

Thanks for the replies. Yes, I made sure my flywheel was resurfaced with the appropriate finish - not too smooth. I am having it refinished again right now to get the runout down as low as...
Forum: C3 General
06-13-2007, 02:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,198
Posted By bondtimbond

Does your clutch engage smoothly - your experience with clutch disk types?

I started a thread like this in the C2 section but know that this question applies to C3's as well so I am posting here also:

I am looking for words of experience with clutch disks. Long story...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-13-2007, 02:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 958
Posted By bondtimbond

Does your clutch engage smoothly - your experience with clutch disk types?

I am looking for words of experience with clutch disks. Long story short I have been wrestling with clutch chatter problems on my 67 327 Vette, and I have pulled things apart now for the third time!...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-02-2006, 08:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 573
Posted By bondtimbond

I setup to use a dial indicator to get a rough...

I setup to use a dial indicator to get a rough measurement of runout (wobble) with the wheels on the car by measuring to the inside bead. This way I didn't have to remove the trim rings yet. This...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-02-2006, 05:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 573
Posted By bondtimbond

C2 rally wheel wobble - how much is too much?

I searched the archives and didn't find what I was looking for. From the experience of the group, how true should a 67 rally wheel spin (or any wheel for that manner) before it starts to cause a...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-03-2006, 01:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,940
Posted By bondtimbond

Johnz, I assume it would be OK to do it in a 2...

Johnz, I assume it would be OK to do it in a 2 step process, where on a lathe is checked for trueness and turned slightly to make it true to the hub, and then resurfaced on a normal flywheel grinder...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-03-2006, 11:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,940
Posted By bondtimbond

67L36Driver: That is an interesting thought but...

67L36Driver: That is an interesting thought but I think one of my troubleshooting steps may indicate the problem is with the flywheel not the crank flange. I marked the high and low side of the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-03-2006, 12:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,940
Posted By bondtimbond

Right, my flywheel seems to be flat on the...

Right, my flywheel seems to be flat on the surface but not in the same plane as where it mounts to the crank. I would believe that maybe the first time they had some debris on the mount that cocked...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
03-02-2006, 11:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,940
Posted By bondtimbond

Flywheel resurfacing problem - need expert help!

Who knows how a flywheel is resurfaced? I have had my small block C2 flywheel resurfaced twice now by a place that came highly recommended, who does them for many area shops. I had chatter after...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-23-2006, 05:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 513
Posted By bondtimbond

I have poly for a couple of years and no squeaks...

I have poly for a couple of years and no squeaks and some cold weather too. In talking with the supplier (Vette Brakes), they say most squeaking is associated with excessive tight clearance between...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
02-16-2006, 04:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,862
Posted By bondtimbond

How many bulbs required for just the illumination...

How many bulbs required for just the illumination area???
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-16-2005, 05:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,682
Posted By bondtimbond

Your experience is VERY unusual. I think Tom is...

Your experience is VERY unusual. I think Tom is on this forum periodically, so maybe he will respond? I am surprised to hear of anyone having problems.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
11-14-2005, 03:32 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 350
Posted By bondtimbond

What do you think? C2 new clutch feel.

I have recently completed the installation of a LuK Rep Set clutch kit in my 67 small block C2 Vette. You may have seen some of my other posts discussing clutch linkage ball studs, clutch feel, etc....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-21-2005, 11:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,837
Posted By bondtimbond

Dial a clutch

Just to update on the LuK clutch kits. Dial-a-clutch does sell them and right now are offering free shipping. The kit that costs only $109 is a kit they put together containing some Valeo parts and...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-21-2005, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 478
Posted By bondtimbond

GM parts source online ??

My local Chevy dealer won't give me much of a discount on parts that are still available through GM, so I typically use internet sources but I haven't found one that has good prices AND reasonable...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-19-2005, 12:30 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 965
Posted By bondtimbond

C2 throwout bearing - LuK kit - made of plastic!??

I was examining the kit for my 67 SB car at a local parts house, and noticed that the throwout bearing included in the kit appeared different then the GM part I am replacing. The ring/slot where the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-17-2005, 02:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,837
Posted By bondtimbond

I have heard about the LUK brand, but what about...

I have heard about the LUK brand, but what about the "Sachs" brand? I called a local CarQuest parts house and this is the brand they carry.

JohnZ, do you have any experience in determining how...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-17-2005, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,837
Posted By bondtimbond

Help! Clutch plate finger inspection

I have my 67 C2 trans out and am inspecting the clutch. Clutch isn't worn out and I was planning to leave it be. But, I wonder how even and uniform the tops of the fingers should be? I understand...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-04-2005, 12:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 868
Posted By bondtimbond

Exhaust pipe insulation

Has anyone tried wrapping the front exhaust pipes on a C2 with the special wrap tape products to control heat?
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
10-03-2005, 10:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 393
Posted By bondtimbond

C2 tranny out - should I do anything to it?

Its been awhile since I have touched my 67 or posted on this board. Glad to be back. Hurricane Rita prompted me to evacuate the car out of Houston, and in the process got me going on some work on the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-21-2005, 09:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,208
Posted By bondtimbond

6TFour, did you get the Bilstein Sport shocks or...

6TFour, did you get the Bilstein Sport shocks or HD shocks like I have? Just curious, as I have noticed that folks often refer to shocks just as "Bilsteins" and I wonder if they are generally...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-19-2005, 03:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,208
Posted By bondtimbond

I just purchased and installed Bilstein HD shocks...

I just purchased and installed Bilstein HD shocks on my 67 partially based on Louie's positive comments, and I couldn't be more pleased. Ride is nice, just firm enough for me, and handling in much...
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