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Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
08-27-2011, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 555
Posted By dlmeyers

The white tape is for a tapered fitting, not a...

The white tape is for a tapered fitting, not a "standard" bolt. If you use the tape and then try to use a torque wrench, the results will be misleading. The tape reduces friction and will likely...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
02-08-2011, 07:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,099
Posted By dlmeyers

My 90 also has the stock brake system. I read...

My 90 also has the stock brake system. I read some article about how that system was engineered so the driver could easily modulate the brake pressure. For street driving, I'd stick with original. ...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
11-06-2010, 09:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 963
Posted By dlmeyers

Hello all, Also recommend a local rebuilder....

Hello all,

Also recommend a local rebuilder. Try the yellow pages, -Automotive-electrical or alternators. Visit the shop. A good one will have a lathe, couple of testers, possibly someone...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-09-2010, 07:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,452
Posted By dlmeyers

As stated above, establish your budget. If you...

As stated above, establish your budget. If you can remove and replace the engine yourself, way ahead of the game. Once removed, I suspect there is a local engine/machine shop that would check the...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
01-09-2010, 06:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,032
Posted By dlmeyers

As I understand it, Johny Carson once had a...

As I understand it, Johny Carson once had a problem with his C4. GM sent Gordon K to Mr Carson's home in California. It was fixed and did not become part of the Tonight Show monologue.

I've...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-17-2009, 06:39 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,203
Posted By dlmeyers

Get one from a supplier close to your house. If...

Get one from a supplier close to your house. If that supplier has a national chain, even better. You can make warranty claims much easier from a chain.

As noted above, if the car sits for some...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-13-2009, 07:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,353
Posted By dlmeyers

Why not some McGuiars(spelling?) vinyl and trim...

Why not some McGuiars(spelling?) vinyl and trim stuff. It seems to work quite well? I'm sure GM is unlikely to approve but some things don't require it.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-13-2009, 06:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,731
Posted By dlmeyers

Well done diagnosis. An yup Mohave, that is one...

Well done diagnosis. An yup Mohave, that is one ugly opti.
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-13-2009, 06:41 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,193
Posted By dlmeyers

I think you'll have lots of fun with that find. ...

I think you'll have lots of fun with that find. Be sure to sell some furniture, rob you IRA, whatever but get the factory service manual for that car. You will be an expert in about 10hrs after...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
06-03-2009, 01:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 402
Posted By dlmeyers

Going stock can save you some effort. No need to...

Going stock can save you some effort. No need to replace holders, reroute, plus you get the stock appearance, if that suits you. Replaced my stock units at 70K when I redid the manifold gaskets on...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-24-2009, 09:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 697
Posted By dlmeyers

I'm pretty sure in a VATS no start issue, a...

I'm pretty sure in a VATS no start issue, a signal is sent to the ECM for "No Pulse" on the injectors.

You may have just had a failed start enable relay and not a bad VATS signal. If you had a...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-24-2009, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 332
Posted By dlmeyers

I've had this same problem on my 90. Start...

I've had this same problem on my 90.

Start car, turn on Air Conditioner, take a flashlight and make sure both fans are working. If the secondary fan (passenger side) is not working, this will...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-24-2009, 08:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,246
Posted By dlmeyers

If this problem did not exist before you changed...

If this problem did not exist before you changed injectors, go bach to where you worked.

As noted above, check the simple stuff first, like a vacuum leak around the injectors.

If the timing was...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-24-2009, 08:29 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,323
Posted By dlmeyers

Remember, a thermostat's temp value is the point...

Remember, a thermostat's temp value is the point at which your coolant gains access to your cooling system. It is a door that opens and lets the water see how efficient your cooling system really...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-24-2009, 08:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 729
Posted By dlmeyers

No doubt this forum can become a circus and the...

No doubt this forum can become a circus and the clowns do come out.

I've removed my 90's speedometer bezel but never the cluster. I would recommend getting the Factory Service Manual, both main...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-23-2009, 11:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,654
Posted By dlmeyers

OK, I'm in. I'll regret this for sure. ...

OK, I'm in. I'll regret this for sure.

Carbs vs Fuel Injection. Oh my.

As to the post, you may see fuel injected cars with better mileage. A well tuned carb, with some effort, can compete...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-22-2009, 11:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,673
Posted By dlmeyers

Interesting problem. I just reviewed Service...

Interesting problem. I just reviewed Service Technology Publication15005.08-2, the training manual for my 90 Corvette's ABS system. I once had a controller go bad and had to replace due to a bad...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-22-2009, 09:46 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 34,688
Posted By dlmeyers

Going from carbs to fuel injection takes some...

Going from carbs to fuel injection takes some study. Excellent book recommedation. I respectfully submit some 6 to 8 circuit carbs are not simple at all. They may operate on simple physics ...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-20-2009, 08:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,237
Posted By dlmeyers

Hmmmm. If the Knock Sensor is telling the ECM...

Hmmmm. If the Knock Sensor is telling the ECM there is a knock, the ECM will start to retard timing in 4 degree increments. I forget how much the total can be however it can cause problems with...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
05-20-2009, 08:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 450
Posted By dlmeyers

"These sensors are of two types: absolute and...

"These sensors are of two types: absolute and differential."

"An absolute sensor compares intake manifold pressure to a reference pressure sealed inside the sensor. This type of sensosr is used...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
12-01-2007, 12:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 511
Posted By dlmeyers

Consider buying the factory service manual. ...

Consider buying the factory service manual.

In almost every section, there will be a description of the system and various components. If you want to get a good understanding of how your car...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
12-01-2007, 12:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 390
Posted By dlmeyers

I'd consider the Snap On MT 2500 with the...

I'd consider the Snap On MT 2500 with the 1996-2000(or so) year cartridge.

The MT2500 is a serious diagnostic tool. I use it for almost all diagnostic tests, and prefer it over my Tech 1A. MT...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
10-29-2007, 10:19 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,610
Posted By dlmeyers

Not sure on this but I BELIEVE the 86 uses two...

Not sure on this but I BELIEVE the 86 uses two temp sensors, one for the dash readout and one for the ECM. On my 90, the computer does not use the same temp sensor as the dash gauge (Not even sure...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
07-28-2007, 10:17 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 4,586
Posted By dlmeyers

You may consider spending $100 on books. As...

You may consider spending $100 on books. As stated above, the factory service manual (FSM) is considered by some the best investment you can make. Put me in that group. FSM's sections give a...
Forum: C4 Tech/Performance
02-05-2007, 10:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 946
Posted By dlmeyers

If you have the Factory Service Manual (FSM)for...

If you have the Factory Service Manual (FSM)for the Model Year (MY) 90, (the year listed on your profile) go to page 1C1-2. I assume you are getting the Ambient Sensor Open code from the C68...
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