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Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-24-2016, 06:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,296
Posted By rrent

Sounds like getting it together with the valves...

Sounds like getting it together with the valves unadjusted is the way to go. Thanks again.
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-23-2016, 06:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,296
Posted By rrent

bmans - sounds good, I made a primer out of a...

bmans - sounds good, I made a primer out of a points distributor for my first build (late '70's). I'll do this and get the motor together rather than a short block on the stand and boxes of motor...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-22-2016, 09:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,296
Posted By rrent

Lunati voodoo flat tappet cam in a 454 BB ...

Lunati voodoo flat tappet cam in a 454 BB
Advertised Duration (Int/Exh): 256/262
Duration @ .050 (Int/Exh): 213/219
Gross Valve Lift (Int/Exh): .515/.530
LSA/ICL: 112/108
Valve Lash (Int/Exh):...
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
02-22-2016, 08:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,296
Posted By rrent

How long to leave assembled engine on a stand

Is there any time frame to leave a full assembled engine (including valves adjusted) on a stand prior to install/startup? Any assembly lube designed for long term storage? Or leave the valves all...
Forum: C3 General
05-01-2014, 06:50 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,711
Posted By rrent

Looking forward to your future posts. I'm going...

Looking forward to your future posts. I'm going to be doing the same (on my '77 ) soon.
I'm going to go ahead and do electric fans so reassembly will trail off at some point.

Thanks for the write...
Forum: C3 General
04-30-2014, 07:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,796
Posted By rrent

Palmbeach- Love the '76, every time a see the...

Palmbeach-
Love the '76, every time a see the rear spoiler done I think "I should do that" then remember carrying tops on my rack and think "maybe not"...
Getting close to paint time - gonna have...
Forum: C3 General
04-30-2014, 07:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,796
Posted By rrent

The Punisher- Is there a top and bottom to...

The Punisher-
Is there a top and bottom to these springs.
If so, which end do I cut.
If no - I just need to be sure the top is seated correctly / right?


Thanks for all the replies and...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-30-2014, 07:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 422
Posted By rrent

I'll take both of these or oil pan only if...

I'll take both of these or oil pan only if glinares wants the valve covers.
Oil pan plug back/ middle line my '77 - right?
Private message incoming for payment questions
Forum: C3 General
04-28-2014, 07:42 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,875
Posted By rrent

I, too, have never had any actual auction...

I, too, have never had any actual auction experience.
I think you should figure out any expenses you might incur should your car not sell - then make your decision.
Forum: C3 General
04-28-2014, 07:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,796
Posted By rrent

550# VBP best way to lower front

Short of cutting a coil or two?
I'm not comfortable cutting, checking ride height, removing, checking again...
Forum: C3 General
04-28-2014, 07:07 AM
Replies: 767
Views: 129,278
Posted By rrent

Thanks for all the pictures. I have a second...

Thanks for all the pictures.
I have a second set of A-arms and shafts to rebuild and swap out with my originals. I thought I was going to have to crawl under car to determine left/right lower...
Forum: C3 General
04-25-2014, 04:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 723
Posted By rrent

If you were local I'd go $200.00, but shipping...

If you were local I'd go $200.00, but shipping wheels can be a killer. I usual stack a pair, shrink wrap them together - still can be $50-$60 to ship...
Forum: C3 General
04-25-2014, 12:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,061
Posted By rrent

Look up Centerline, get the size and back spacing...

Look up Centerline, get the size and back spacing and rehome them
Forum: C3 General
04-22-2014, 12:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 743
Posted By rrent

Karfever - better you can't type than can't spell...

Karfever - better you can't type than can't spell high school...

Thanks for the link - I love old cars pics.
Forum: C3 General
04-21-2014, 06:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 516
Posted By rrent

I saw a thread (probably in C3 general) about...

I saw a thread (probably in C3 general) about quality rag joints - shoulder bolts, more factory-like materials.
You might want to search it prior it buying new.
Good luck.
Forum: C3 General
04-18-2014, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 892
Posted By rrent

can you tell by the picture what the seam needs? ...

can you tell by the picture what the seam needs?
I think they look like that (discoloration) front/back both sides.

I've always figured the bumper was from a small impact by po. I've lived with...
Forum: C3 General
04-18-2014, 11:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,738
Posted By rrent

these guys: Austin Corvette ...

these guys:

Austin Corvette
www.austincorvette.com/‎
10720 N Lamar Blvd, Austin, TX 78753
(512) 339-8388
Forum: C3 General
04-18-2014, 07:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 892
Posted By rrent

Front bumper repair question

I've been threaten to paint my '77 since I bought it 14 years ago (something my, now, 22 year old son reminds me of often) - have the space, time, know-how, so looks like the time is now.

Front...
Forum: C3 General
04-17-2014, 11:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,050
Posted By rrent

I had a 4" molded to an old hood once - it was a...

I had a 4" molded to an old hood once - it was a little too tall for me, I'm 5'7", blocked too much of my view --looked cool though.
I sold it to a guy drag racing a C3...
Forum: C3 General
04-13-2014, 07:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,585
Posted By rrent

Welcome from a fellow '77 driver! A couple of...

Welcome from a fellow '77 driver!
A couple of '77 things:
Dash/ door panels like. '76 and earlier
Console new for. '77
Steering column one year only - this one will be important for you in...
Forum: C3 General
04-13-2014, 06:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 659
Posted By rrent

What to use to paint a-arms?

I'm going to rebuild a set of a-arms. (an extra set) to make my upcoming spring change a little faster.
I'm going to get them sand blasted - what's the best coating and/or paint for this?
Forum: C3 General
04-05-2014, 07:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 294
Posted By rrent

Planning stages, parts gathering

I love this part of our hobby.

I've decided, although everything was rebuilt/upgraded just before I bought my '77, 14 years ago, to do a little work on it and am now planning and gathering...
...
Forum: C3 General
04-05-2014, 07:04 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,572
Posted By rrent

The Chevy guy in me says "sure, make the trade". ...

The Chevy guy in me says "sure, make the trade".
Car guy says "there's allot fewer nice '68 mustangs"
Corvette guy "sell the Mustang and use the $12k to shop for/find the perfect Corvette for you"...
Forum: C3 Parts for Sale/Wanted
04-04-2014, 11:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,427
Posted By rrent

Send you a message on the control arms -

Send you a message on the control arms -
Forum: C3 Tech/Performance
04-02-2014, 07:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 550
Posted By rrent

Upgrading/refreshing rear suspension questions

After 14 years of good service (actually did the math yesterday - under 3500 MPY miles per year) I've decided to freshen up the suspension front (got this covered - new parts incoming) and rear.
I...
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