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Forum: Electronics
03-22-2012, 07:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 415
Posted By vette gator

My radio kept re-setting - found the problem

For the past several weeks, my aftermarket stereo would re-set itself when I was driving over especially bumpy roads. Oddly, when I hit the sides of the radio housing console while stopped, it would...
Forum: Aftermarket Product Review
03-06-2012, 09:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,829
Posted By vette gator

Re: Headlight replacement

Just so I'm clear, are the Sylvania Silverstars drop-in replacements or do you need to install relays to avoid overheating the dashboard switch because they draw more power than the standard lights?
Forum: Brakes
03-01-2012, 08:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,691
Posted By vette gator

Re: Brake Booster???

Sounds like it may be a combination of things. I got a new booster from CarQuest when mine went bad with the same symptoms (extremely high effort to stop and a sound of an air leak under the dash).
Forum: Interior
03-01-2012, 08:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,387
Posted By vette gator

Re: floor/ courtesy lights

Is there a hole in the bottom dash cover for a light? When I got my car (which does have them), the socket hadn't been pushed back into the hole on the plastic dash cover.
Forum: Electronics
02-28-2012, 11:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,282
Posted By vette gator

Re: My LED instrument panel project!

That looks really nice. I'll be interested to see how the climate control comes out since the factory set-up is a joke as far as seeing the controls at night.
Forum: Interior
02-28-2012, 10:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 11,891
Posted By vette gator

Re: What can I use for Headlight-Headlamp Switch Nut?

I had the same problem and fixed it by getting a bolt with the same thread as the threads in the headlight switch (sorry I can't remember, but it was a standard one I found at Lowes), then drilled...
Forum: Electronics
02-28-2012, 10:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,214
Posted By vette gator

Re: Windshield washer pump help

I have a completely stock 305 TPI with factory exhaust and I pretty much have to replace my pump every year. Maybe it's the location being close to the exhaust that's a problem, but it's like...
Forum: Camaros Wanted
02-23-2012, 07:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 736
Posted By vette gator

Re: [FLA] Looking for a convertible Camaro

No affiliation with this car, but I stopped and looked at it the other week:

http://gainesville.craigslist.org/cto/2839679470.html

I didn't drive it or anything, but it looks in pretty nice...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
02-19-2012, 06:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,065
Posted By vette gator

Re: My new best friend for interior cleaning

I use these on the Z28 wheels and they are the best and easiest way I've found to remove the brake dust. My only complaint is that they get a little expensive, but they definitely do the job.
Forum: South East Region
02-14-2012, 07:47 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 7,061
Posted By vette gator

Re: florida 3g owners

Ah, someone who has visited the Land of the Prius, I see. There is a third gen convertible for sale on NW 16th Avenue. I wanted to stop and look but I got the Evil Eye from the wife and decided it...
Forum: South East Region
02-13-2012, 09:45 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 7,061
Posted By vette gator

Re: florida 3g owners

Gainesville. So far, I'm only the second one in three pages. I hardly ever see a third gen here. Land of the Prius.
Forum: Interior
02-11-2012, 08:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,270
Posted By vette gator

Re: My (mechanical) speedometer is noisy

Sorry, I should have mentioned that I fixed the trip odometer a while back. My J-clips were broken, so I used monofilament line to hold the shaft in place and it's worked very well for 2+ years.
Forum: Interior
02-11-2012, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,270
Posted By vette gator

My (mechanical) speedometer is noisy

I've replaced and greased the cable from the transmission to the dash, but I'm still getting noise. It sounds like it's coming from the speedometer itself, like the gears inside are the source. ...
Forum: History / Originality
12-06-2011, 07:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 827
Posted By vette gator

Re: What's your opinion on this camaro and price?

Unless there's something wrong that isn't obvious from the pictures, that looks like a steal to me. I really like the exterior colors.
Forum: Members Camaros
12-04-2011, 11:52 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,819
Posted By vette gator

Re: Fall Pictures of my '83 Z28

Thanks for some beautiful pictures - both the car and the backgrounds. My third gen-only screensaver folder just grew again! Even if I can't drive a third gen during the day, I can look at them at...
Forum: Canadian Region
09-24-2011, 09:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,610
Posted By vette gator

Re: Old Corvette or 3rdgen?

Earlier responses have covered a bunch of good information, but here's my two cents. I'm putting a 76 Vette back together from a long-neglected state and have an 89 Vette convertible for driving. ...
Forum: History / Originality
08-12-2011, 05:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 14,484
Posted By vette gator

Re: Auto dimming rear view mirror glass replacement?

The ring comes off by prying the clips all the way around. Some are a bit of a tight fit, but I used a small screwdriver to pry each one and they popped out without too much trouble. There's a...
Forum: History / Originality
04-14-2011, 07:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 602
Posted By vette gator

Re: Center bar question

The one on my 85 was glued on so well by the factory that I had to use a pry bar to get it off. There was no way to save my old one (not that it mattered since it was almost completely rusted out...
Forum: Wheels and Tires
03-18-2011, 02:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,561
Posted By vette gator

Re: Cracked Wheel at the spoke. [pic]

I'd say that #3 pretty much explains #1 and #2. Someone ran into / over something pretty hard. Glad the shop caught the crack before something bad happened.
Forum: History / Originality
02-17-2011, 10:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,215
Posted By vette gator

Rear hatch light with carpeted interior?

I have a stock 85 Z28 with a factory push-button switch located next to the rear hatch latch and a two-wire connector (orange and white, not connected to anything) behind the plastic trim panel at...
Forum: Members Camaros
02-13-2011, 07:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 844
Posted By vette gator

Re: CHP feature next month!

Excellent! I'll be looking for it in the mail in a few weeks. CHP doesn't do as much with third gens, so it will be really cool to see your car's writeup.
Forum: Interior Parts for Sale
12-22-2010, 11:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 658
Posted By vette gator

Re: red seat belts from a 91 Z28

Do the rears have a shoulder belt along with the lap belt? If so, how do the shoulder parts mount? I would like to add these to my 85, which just has lap belts in the back (long story).
Forum: Brakes
12-07-2010, 08:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,729
Posted By vette gator

Re: Squeal That Goes Away When Braking

X2. This was exactly the symptom when my front pads needed to be replaced. I had always thought that the squealing would occur during braking, but that's not the case.
Forum: Organized Drag Racing and Autocross
11-25-2010, 08:23 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,028
Posted By vette gator

Re: Where do you store/work on your race car?

I have the usual suburban 3/2 two-car garage. It's good for keeping two cars inside, but with two, there isn't much room to work around them. Every time I get garage envy, I think of my Dad who had...
Forum: South East Region
11-24-2010, 10:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 848
Posted By vette gator

Re: Who is going to power tour!?!?!?!?

I will definitely be there, though I'm thinking of taking my 89 Corvette convertible rather than the Z28.
Forum: Interior
11-24-2010, 10:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,330
Posted By vette gator

Re: 86 camaro defogger?

The defroster wires run across most of the rear hatch of my 85, not just at the top. The factory switch for the rear defrost is on a little panel just below the cigarette lighter. The switch has a...
Forum: Body
11-15-2010, 09:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,539
Posted By vette gator

Re: Hood insulation - weight, purpose, etc

I bought a replacement insulation pad from Fbodystore (around $40). I don't recall that it weighed more than a pound or two, so I don't think you'll save much weight. It's your call if you want to...
Forum: Interior
11-06-2010, 10:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,190
Posted By vette gator

Re: How do you fix the headlight knob mount?

I just went through this problem on my 85. The black plastic piece broke and all the parts stores here said they didn't carry it. A 7/16 fine thread (20 tpi) bolt will fit the headlight switch. ...
Forum: Interior
10-09-2010, 01:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 917
Posted By vette gator

Re: Put in headliner myself or take it somewhere...

I put a new ABS headliner in my T-top car a few years ago. The fit was about as good (and bad) as people have said. The installation wasn't too bad, but I made my first trip to a chiropractor a few...
Forum: History / Originality
09-03-2010, 07:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,237
Posted By vette gator

Re: What kind of belts came on your 85 Z28?

Thanks very much for the quick replies. It helps a lot. One last question, what's the rating for a "high-amp" alternator for an 85?
Forum: Body
09-02-2010, 08:19 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 117,926
Posted By vette gator

Re: What is the most ghetto thing you've found done to your car?

Sounds like your PO is my nominee for this year's "Golden Ghetto Award."
Forum: Interior
09-02-2010, 08:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,656
Posted By vette gator

Re: Removing Door panel/ fixing handle

The Help section of most parts stores carries a set of assorted lock rod clips for a few bucks. I'm pretty sure that one or two will fit our cars.
Forum: History / Originality
09-02-2010, 08:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,237
Posted By vette gator

What kind of belts came on your 85 Z28?

I was in the parts store yesterday to pick up a new alternator, water pump and belts for my 85 Z28. The guy handed me a set of V-belts and an alternator with a V-belt pulley. I told him that my...
Forum: Body
08-31-2010, 02:57 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 117,926
Posted By vette gator

Re: What is the most ghetto thing you've found done to your car?

I guess that he spent all his time on that piece of tin and just never found the right screw so he picked a random self-tapper that went in at least half a turn. I'd hate to see what the brakes...
Forum: Body
08-29-2010, 09:30 PM
Replies: 974
Views: 117,926
Posted By vette gator

Re: What is the most ghetto thing you've found done to your car?

I don't even know where to begin describing how wrong that is. That may be the biggest collection of random Home Depot hardware in one place.
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
07-29-2010, 09:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,202
Posted By vette gator

Re: Driveway Stains/Sand Worms

I haven't heard of this product. Is there another brand? I also have two ATF stains on my concrete driveway that I would love to eliminate.
Forum: Southern California Area
07-26-2010, 08:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 402
Posted By vette gator

Re: Dale Jr. Fan....

I'm not particularly a Dale Jr. fan, but that looks kind of cool. I'd like to see what it looks like from the front.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-26-2010, 08:42 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 38,751
Posted By vette gator

Re: What kind of oil do you run in your third gen engines?

Same here. I also put it in my 89 Vette.
Forum: Interior
07-05-2010, 09:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 893
Posted By vette gator

Re: can i remove the standard clock in center?

You might want to buy a replacement console top. These chronometers are kind of rare and the clock / console top combo can probably fetch some money. I put a cup holder exactly where the...
Forum: Tech / General Engine
07-05-2010, 09:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 545
Posted By vette gator

Re: Vehicle integrity

I also have a C3 Vette, so here's my take. I agree with most of what's been said earlier. The usual rule of thumb is that anything that bolts on is OK as long as you keep all the original pieces so...
Forum: Members Firebirds
07-05-2010, 09:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,170
Posted By vette gator

Re: 84 Trans Am Project - PureRockFury

Looks like a really cool project. I also like the C4 in the background (I have an 89 convertible).
Forum: Fabrication
07-02-2010, 10:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,649
Posted By vette gator

Re: Anyone ever make mufflers?

The Muscle Car guy mentioned this exact point. He said that it wasn't any cheaper to make them himself, but it was fun and he could say that he did it instead of buying them. I was amazed at how...
Forum: Fabrication
06-29-2010, 04:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,649
Posted By vette gator

Re: Anyone ever make mufflers?

Last week on Muscle Car, Rick Bacon showed how to make what amounts to a glasspack muffler. Basically, he drilled a bunch of holes in a 2" straight pipe, wrapped it in steel wool and fiberglass,...
Forum: Cooling
06-29-2010, 04:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,038
Posted By vette gator

Re: 86 Camaro Heater Core Replacement Question

It's been a little while since I did this job, but I remember that even when everything was loose, it was still a bear to get the core in and out of the plastic box. I kept wiggling, cursing and...
Forum: Exterior Parts for Sale
06-15-2010, 08:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,050
Posted By vette gator

Re: T-top Center Bar No Rust (pics)

I'll take it. Please PM me with details on the address to send the money via PayPal.
Forum: Tech / General Engine
05-26-2010, 09:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 19,641
Posted By vette gator

Re: How to change Head Gasket?

There is an easy tester for combustion gases in the coolant. It attaches to the radiator cap fitting and contains a blue liquid. If the liquid turns green or yellow, you have a leaking head gasket....
Forum: Members Camaros
05-23-2010, 02:17 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 44,519
Posted By vette gator

Re: My 91 RS Build Thread...Sorry Cash for Clunkers...

Really great work! As others have said, this is a real inspiration to get off my butt and work on my own projects. I also have a prediction - now that we know who is working there, this will be...
Forum: Auto Detailing and Appearance
05-21-2010, 08:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,982
Posted By vette gator

Re: My camaro... High Dynamic Range photograph...

Really nice pictures of a gorgeous car. Now I have more pictures for my Windows screensaver at work. BTW, the folder is called TGO rides and that's all that shows up on my computer.
Forum: Interior
05-21-2010, 08:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 745
Posted By vette gator

Re: 85 sterring wheel swap back to stock

As a fellow 85 z28 owner, I threw up in my mouth a little when I read this.
Forum: Suspension and Chassis
03-19-2010, 08:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 767
Posted By vette gator

Re: Need some help with a steering problems....details inside.

These sound like my symptoms. A new box cured my car.
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