Corvette Action Center - C3 General Discussion http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/ For general topics of discussion related to the 1968 - 1982 Corvettes. en Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:34:12 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/images/misc/rss.png Corvette Action Center - C3 General Discussion http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/ <![CDATA[Door Won't Open after replacing latch]]> http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123661.html Thu, 26 Aug 2010 13:12:36 GMT Frustrated....I couldn't get me door to open last week so I ended up using a sawzall to cut the door striker off. So I bought a new latch, took off all the rods, door handle and cleaned and lubed them well. Reinstalled with new clips - the whole 9 yards.
I test it out by closing the door. Hmm, door won't open from the outside handle but will open with the inside handle. I try a few more times and now it won't open from the inside either. I have push down on that one latch lever with a screwdriver to get it to open.
I think that my striker is pretty well lined up with the latch. Not sure what the cause could be of all this. ]]> C3 General Discussion Rob79er http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123661.html General http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123648.html Wed, 25 Aug 2010 11:13:38 GMT Purchased a 1981 Vette. It's White with Medium Red Interior. Started some repair and intend to do a great deal more. While the repair done was performed by a specialized corvette mechanic I would like to do some comparison shopping making certain that I'm getting my money's worth since I'm not mechanically inclined. In addition, if anyone knows how I can establish it's orignal color combination as I'm not sure it is the original. I've read about retaining it's color and I guess I have to make that decision but I would like to at least know how it started out.

Also since I'm located in Ft Lauderdale FL would like to hear of any reliable mechanics in the area so I can do some comparison shopping to "save" some money in the process but with quality. ]]> C3 General Discussion JerryH http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123648.html Paint color impact on value http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123645.html Tue, 24 Aug 2010 17:32:35 GMT I recently acquired a Silverstone Silver 1968 roadster. It has both tops, a 327/350HP with a 4... I recently acquired a Silverstone Silver 1968 roadster. It has both tops, a 327/350HP with a 4 speed. It also has power windows and PS. Beyond that, it does not have many options although I do have the tank sticker which is nice. Mostly it's original for example, it still has a Q-jet (not original though, 1970 'vette, I think) with most of the gas lines intact, but it has headers. It appears to have been taken off the road in the 1977-1978 time frame when it blew a head gasket with just under 66,000 miles. The motor and trans were re-worked by the previous owner and it was licensed during 2008-2010, although it was hardly driven.

That's what I know.

I have some decisions to make since it needs paint and body work. My question is on paint color. How much of a hit will I take in value if I don’t paint it the original color? I’d like to stick with a ‘vette color, perhaps one of the blue’s they offered on 1968. Any opinions?

Thanks ]]> C3 General Discussion Jabby http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123645.html help with door panel replacement http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123619.html Sun, 22 Aug 2010 23:00:03 GMT Would like some input, I need to change my inner door panels of my 74 stingray. I am thinking of... Would like some input, I need to change my inner door panels of my 74 stingray. I am thinking of using the Corvette America door panels, I will be using my own hardware. They seem like a good price, just wondering on the fit, finish and quality of the panels. Anybody use any other products? All comments are welcome…. Thanks
Bill
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Thank you! ]]> C3 General Discussion Corvette Central http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123589.html Mecum Monterey http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123540.html Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:54:51 GMT I just got back from the Mecum Monterey auction and had what seems to have been a bad time spot,... I just got back from the Mecum Monterey auction and had what seems to have been a bad time spot, car #35 on the first day, Friday. There were very few people and fewer bidders, and my car, a 1980 Turbo prototype built at the Warren center went only to 27k so I kept it. It seemed there was way more money and action the second day, and really lots of action and big numbers at RM.

Does anyone have an experience to share about auctions like Mecum or RM, This was my first experience.

Also does anyone have a suggestion as to where it would be best to sell this car, I just don't have the big garage anymore. You can see the car if you want at markali.com/turbovette
Thank you, Mark ]]> C3 General Discussion Markali http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123540.html Just Finished My 1981 Vette... Pics!!!! http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123513.html Sat, 14 Aug 2010 13:00:06 GMT Started the Vette last December and just drove it home, wanted to share my excitement. It's a 1981 with only 20K miles on it. It was a show car until the owner wrecked it.

This is a pic of the car last December when I purchased it.
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Removed all the damaged parts
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Found a used front end from a water damaged Vette.
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Stripped the old paint off the entire car, quite a messy job.
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All parts were removed for priming and fresh paint.
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Inside the paint booth.
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All the original stickers were taped over for the color coats, then the tape was removed for the clear coating.
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Looks like I need to post again, I can only post 8 pics at a time.
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]]> C3 General Discussion golfradict http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123513.html Help! Thermastat Housing Bolts Removal http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123498.html Fri, 13 Aug 2010 01:23:57 GMT :confused Having trouble removing housing bolts. Sprayed all day with blaster. They haven"t been out in 18 years, lots of red RTV. Allways had little leak around housing. Do not want to brake with too much force. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HELP!!:upthumbs ]]> C3 General Discussion ray1997 http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123498.html help! gauge fues blows when i hit 45 mph http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123497.html Fri, 13 Aug 2010 00:18:32 GMT i,m running out of options ,since my tack also stops working when the fuse blows ,is it possible it... i,m running out of options ,since my tack also stops working when the fuse blows ,is it possible it has something to do with distributer or its components . i can drive 35 to 40 miles an hour and no problems but once i hit around 45 mph it blows . the alternator is ok every thing else looks tight . its a 1980 corvette l48 auto with HEI distributer ]]> C3 General Discussion moe http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123497.html Question: Original Paint Code for 1968 Rims http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123491.html Thu, 12 Aug 2010 19:09:51 GMT Working on my 1968. Need the original paint code, silver, for the rims on a 1968 Corvette. Is it... Working on my 1968. Need the original paint code, silver, for the rims on a 1968 Corvette. Is it compatible with Siekens paint?

Gary ]]> C3 General Discussion Gary68 http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123491.html 1973 Coupe Purchase Advice http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123388.html Wed, 04 Aug 2010 18:24:05 GMT I currently own a 2004 MSGM Coupe, but have been thinking about adding a C3 to my stable. I've owned a '77 and a '79, but not a pre-EPA C3. What are the things I should look for and be aware of in my search?

Thanks, Spiral Gray ]]> C3 General Discussion spiral gray http://www.corvetteactioncenter.com/forums/thread123388.html