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Forum: C3 General
05-05-2011, 09:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 482
Posted By Red_Shift

And that just shows what an amazing source of...

And that just shows what an amazing source of information this forum is. My only regret is that I cannot privide more to the forum. Always learning a lot though.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-05-2011, 09:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,291
Posted By Red_Shift

I'm running a ingnition retard modual to my MSD...

I'm running a ingnition retard modual to my MSD 6AL.


Anyone have suggestion or pictures on how to mount the fuel cell in there?

Thanks all.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-04-2011, 10:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,291
Posted By Red_Shift

Q for those with dedicated fuel tank for nitrous

I was wondering if it would be a good/great idea to add octane booster to my dedicated nitrous fuel tank instead of my large tank. It seems it would be better because the fuel in a 1-gal fuel cell...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-29-2011, 12:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 319
Posted By Red_Shift

PM sent on fuel pump

PM sent on fuel pump
Forum: C3 General
04-27-2011, 01:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 432
Posted By Red_Shift

I believe in the front you're also looking at a...

I believe in the front you're also looking at a problem with the spokes clearing the brakes. It's been a very long time but I had to go with custom wheels to clear my brakes. My info follows. It...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-27-2011, 01:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 248
Posted By Red_Shift

Shift kit needed?

Shipping my differential tomorrow to have Vansteel install 30 spline inner axles. It has certainly been a pleasure working with them. They are very informative.

My goal is to successfully run...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-14-2010, 04:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 12,276
Posted By Red_Shift

Thanks AJ and thanks to others who have replied. ...

Thanks AJ and thanks to others who have replied.

roscobbc, your tires are 1.5 inches taller than mine. I'm not sure what the final output ratio of the M21 is. Thanks for the input.

AJ, what...
Forum: C3 General
06-14-2010, 11:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 552
Posted By Red_Shift

Thank you much. ~Brad

Thank you much.

~Brad
Forum: C3 General
06-14-2010, 10:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 552
Posted By Red_Shift

New intake manifold gasket every time?

Do I need to install a new intake manifold gasket every time I remove the intake manifold? How about exhaust header gaskets every time I remove them?

Thanks
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-14-2010, 10:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 12,276
Posted By Red_Shift

Rear end gear ratio for big block

After searching through several posts reguarding the rear gear ratios I'm a little confused as to what rear end gear I should use. The vital info follows:

1975 coupe
zz502 (5800 redline)
Turbo...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-10-2010, 10:02 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 598
Posted By Red_Shift

I agree. New window seal.

I agree. New window seal.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-09-2010, 09:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,003
Posted By Red_Shift

I put Hooker side exhaust on my 75. My passinger...

I put Hooker side exhaust on my 75. My passinger side fit fine but I had to cut a section out of my driver side rocker to get that to fit. I have to remind passengers to watch their legs.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-08-2010, 10:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,542
Posted By Red_Shift

UPDATE: I just installed mine too. Dropped the...

UPDATE: I just installed mine too. Dropped the temps about 20 degrees. I also removed my control arm dust shields to increase air flow out of the engine compartment. Still have a bit of over...
Forum: C3 General
06-03-2010, 12:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,716
Posted By Red_Shift

I would recommend staying away from a chemical...

I would recommend staying away from a chemical stripper. Richard Newton in his book How to Restore & Modify Your Corvette, recommends taking the car to the media blaster over using a chemical...
Forum: C3 General
06-02-2010, 02:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,260
Posted By Red_Shift

Is your power wire that is labeled "ignition"...

Is your power wire that is labeled "ignition" your switched power wire such that the radio is only on when the ignition switch is in the run position? Everyone get that?
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-02-2010, 02:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,542
Posted By Red_Shift

Doesn't it work if it is a sticky thermostat? If...

Doesn't it work if it is a sticky thermostat? If the thermostat stuck partially open then removing the thermostat would cool the engine and would indicate that it needed replacement. To say "that...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-02-2010, 12:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,542
Posted By Red_Shift

Mvisible, Congrats. Still seems to run warm but...

Mvisible, Congrats. Still seems to run warm but at least that sounds like it helped a lot. Can't wait for mine to come in so I can install it.

Two more sugestions.

Switching to synthetic oil...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-01-2010, 11:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,542
Posted By Red_Shift

Lars, thanks for chiming in. I will look into my...

Lars, thanks for chiming in. I will look into my timing. I thought that might be a concern. I had a buddy put the motor in. Is it possible he set the timing retarded for break-in?

Mvisible,...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-01-2010, 04:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,542
Posted By Red_Shift

Got mine and the hardware from www.ecklers.com. ...

Got mine and the hardware from www.ecklers.com. Total with extra shipping charges was $67.96.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-01-2010, 03:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,542
Posted By Red_Shift

I think there is a good chance. In fact, after...

I think there is a good chance. In fact, after reading you previous post I did a little more researching and noticed that others have had their overheating problems fixed with this simple dam. I...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-01-2010, 12:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,542
Posted By Red_Shift

Gordonm, this would be the case if it overheated...

Gordonm, this would be the case if it overheated in idle traffic at no speed. Not the case when driving down the highway. In fact I've been informed that some vehicles could run without a fan at...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
06-01-2010, 12:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,542
Posted By Red_Shift

WOW this sounds familiar

I was just getting on forums today to post this exact problem. I thought I was the only one with this issue. Isn't it usually highway speeds that these cars cool just fine and it is idle traffic...
Forum: C3 General
06-01-2010, 12:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 638
Posted By Red_Shift

I made a box that contained 2 kickers 8" L7's. ...

I made a box that contained 2 kickers 8" L7's. They provide plenty of bass. I wired the box into the car using quick connects (I think they're called banana clips) This way if I need room or want...
Forum: C3 General
06-01-2010, 12:01 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,469
Posted By Red_Shift

Clean, amazing, beautiful!. Very impressive. ...

Clean, amazing, beautiful!. Very impressive. I'm also curious about the shifter.

:thumbs: Brad
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
05-28-2010, 10:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,103
Posted By Red_Shift

That's similar to what I have ...

That's similar to what I have

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v318/bradley.friend/corvettes099.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v318/bradley.friend/corvettes100.jpg
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