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Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion Today, 01:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 70
Posted By toobroketoretire
Over the years I have found power window problems...

Over the years I have found power window problems are usually caused by bad connections at the rocker switch. As far as the relay under the console goes I believe the same relay was used for all the...
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-17-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 83
Posted By toobroketoretire
The stock intake manifold, carburetor, and heads...

The stock intake manifold, carburetor, and heads are just fine as they'll flow up to about 275-300 horsepower worth of air. It's the camshaft that is really holding you back so a simple cam change...
Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion 06-17-2013, 03:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 102
Posted By toobroketoretire
All thru the '70's none of the C3's came stock...

All thru the '70's none of the C3's came stock with passenger-side mirrors so the dealers put them on for a small fee.

They are easy to install as the mirror kit comes with everything necessary. ...
Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion 06-16-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 230
Posted By toobroketoretire
The hedders indicates it has at least a 427" in...

The hedders indicates it has at least a 427" in it. Or maybe a 366" truck engine (kidding).
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-15-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 301
Posted By toobroketoretire
Heads that use the 1.75"/1.5" valves and the...

Heads that use the 1.75"/1.5" valves and the 1.937"/1.5" valves use a center-to-center valve spacing of 1-3/4" as does the lifters but the heads that use the larger 2.02"/1.6" valves use a valve...
Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion 06-13-2013, 10:30 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 2,857
Posted By toobroketoretire
You absolutely MUST run a full shroud or you're...

You absolutely MUST run a full shroud or you're just pissing into the wind
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-12-2013, 02:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 248
Posted By toobroketoretire
From one of his earlier pictures it appears to be...

From one of his earlier pictures it appears to be a mechanical secondary double pumper because I saw a pump arm under the rear bowl. Or, he has got it mounted ***-backwards.
Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion 06-12-2013, 01:54 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 2,857
Posted By toobroketoretire
The question I have is what do you intend to gain...

The question I have is what do you intend to gain by going with an electric fan? An electric fan requires a higher output alternator then it takes additional horsepower to spin the alternator.
...
Forum: C4 Tech & Performance 06-12-2013, 08:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 101
Posted By toobroketoretire
You'll really love the swap as I did. I have a...

You'll really love the swap as I did. I have a 454" powered '71 with a TH700R4 and I just went to 3.70's about 3 months ago. Blistering acceleration to about 105 mph but still able to cruise at...
Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion 06-12-2013, 08:53 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 2,857
Posted By toobroketoretire
And by the way, an engine only develops about...

And by the way, an engine only develops about 17-18 horsepower going down the road at 60 mph. At an output of a full 400 horsepower your friend's cooling system would never stand up.
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-12-2013, 08:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 248
Posted By toobroketoretire
Now all you have to do is put a stock fan and...

Now all you have to do is put a stock fan and shroud in your car and you'll cure your cooling problems forever.

The engineers at the factories go thru great lengths to ensure the engines have an...
Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion 06-12-2013, 08:38 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 2,857
Posted By toobroketoretire
As a professional mechanic of 46 years all I can...

As a professional mechanic of 46 years all I can do is tell you what you need to do to get your cooling system back in order. If you don't wish to follow my advice then you have to deal with the...
Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion 06-12-2013, 05:18 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 2,857
Posted By toobroketoretire
Your engine will never run at a normal...

Your engine will never run at a normal temperature until you throw away that electric fan and re-install the stock fan and shroud. The shroud is the key to cooling as that guarantees air is sucked...
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-11-2013, 11:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 248
Posted By toobroketoretire
The Cold Hard Facts Of Selecting A New Carburetor

When it comes time to select a new carburetor most folks don't have any idea how to go about it. So sadly they rely on the information given to them by others who also don't have any idea how to go...
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-08-2013, 05:31 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 74
Posted By toobroketoretire
Today's Weather Forecast

The weather guessers are predicting 109 degrees today (Fresno California). How hot is it where you live?
Forum: C4 Corvette General Discussion 06-06-2013, 06:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 363
Posted By toobroketoretire
You'll also need a set of 3.73's in the...

You'll also need a set of 3.73's in the rear................
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-05-2013, 02:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 151
Posted By toobroketoretire
Brad, you'll also need a set of 3.73's in the...

Brad, you'll also need a set of 3.73's in the rear to go along with your high performance 383" engine. Fish can help you............
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-05-2013, 02:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 120
Posted By toobroketoretire
Problems With An '82

When you hear a rapid clicking in the solenoid that means the voltage going to it is way too low to keep it energized. And almost certainly a dead or near dead battery causing it.

I am the...
Forum: C3 Corvette General Discussion 06-05-2013, 02:01 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 2,857
Posted By toobroketoretire
Overheating

I have found most "overheating" problems are the result of a wrong temperature sender being used. Making the gauge read about 40 degrees too hot. If you have any doubt about your sender just buy a...
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-03-2013, 10:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 248
Posted By toobroketoretire
Not charging but we're working on...

Not charging but we're working on it................................
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 06-01-2013, 04:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 248
Posted By toobroketoretire
E-mail me at sw82vette@yahoo.com and I'll walk...

E-mail me at sw82vette@yahoo.com and I'll walk you thru the troubleshooting process.
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 05-30-2013, 07:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 266
Posted By toobroketoretire
It's also very important to maintain a 50/50 mix...

It's also very important to maintain a 50/50 mix of antifreeze and water as that will raise the boiling point to 260 degrees. You can buy inexpensive antifreeze testers from any auto parts store.
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 05-29-2013, 12:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 266
Posted By toobroketoretire
Coolant Recovery Tanks

I had been running a 2-quart coolant recovery tank in my big block '71 for the past 3 years but it just wasn't big enough for my 20 quart system (big block with a 4 tube radiator). In the cooler...
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 05-29-2013, 08:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 266
Posted By toobroketoretire
Remove that goofy hose that connects the water...

Remove that goofy hose that connects the water pump to the intake manifold. The hose on the top of the intake manifold is supposed to go to the heater core then the return hose goes to the side of...
Forum: C3 Tech & Performance 05-29-2013, 08:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 132
Posted By toobroketoretire
David, you'll have to drop the pan and see what's...

David, you'll have to drop the pan and see what's going on. The detent is on the left side and there's a leaf spring loaded roller that presses against it. Sounds like the roller isn't making...
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