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An encyclopedia on 1973-77 Corvettes that is fully illustrated with over 175 detailed photographs. Extensive coverage of VIN's, date coding, engines, transmissions, frames, alternators, starters, carburetors, window glass, rear axles, distributors, colors, trims, options, tires, labels, factory markings, and more. This 8 1/2 x 11 inch book, with an exclusive lay-flat binding, is loaded with easy-to-understand text and charts. An essential reference for owners and restorers.
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Technical Writer for Internet & Print Media
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Hib Halverson
Technical Writer for Internet & Print Media
Registered: January 2001
Location: Southern California
Posts: 5914
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Review Date: Wed May 16, 2007
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The Original 1973-1977 Corvette Fact Manual" by Peter Licastro is an outstanding reference for C3 enthusiasts needing technical and restoration information about those model years.
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The Original 1973-1977 Corvette Fact Manual" by Peter Licastro is an outstanding reference for C3 enthusiasts needing technical and restoration information about those model years. Licastro's extensive background as a book and magazine writer specializing in Corvette restoration subjects comes though loud-and-clear.
This book is sometimes confused with a title with a similar name published by M. Dobbins, but names are where the similarity ends. One outstanding feature of this book setting it apart from others is outstanding photographic reproduction. Another area this book surpasses others is in the depth of its information and the clarity in presenting that information.
The publication of this book in 1994 was, in-part, a response to the NCRS recognizing the 73-77 cars in 1990 and the first of those model years being "Flight-judged" in the summer of 1993. The "The Original 1973-1977 Corvette Fact Manual" gives anyone beginning a restoration project on one of those cars a great deal of data that will enhance the accuracy of the restoration.
I don't own a 73-77 so I'm not contemplating a restoration, but I am a Corvette information junkie and Licastro's book satisfies my addiction. For instance, I learned how the first five-mph bumpers on the 73s worked. I learned the pop-out back window went away in 73, in-part, because Zora Duntov didn't like the draft he got through it at high speed. I learned the early and late dip-stick tubes for 76s differ by 2.25 inches. I learned that glass roofs were announced for 1977 but never produced because GM got into a spat with the supplier of the roofs. All of this is interesting Corvette information. In my case, enjoyable party talk. For hard-core restorers, it's the stuff that makes the difference between good projects and great ones.
The "The Original 1973-1977 Corvette Fact Manual" is available direct from the Publisher, Just the Facts Publishing, 1026 Willett Dr., Johnstown PA 15905, 412.741.1669. It's also at Amazon.com and Motorbooks International
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Hib Halverson
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Registered: January 2001
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