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    Time for a new radiator for my '82...any suggestions?

    I purchased the radiator last summer. I bought the A77A. It did come with a set of cushions. Those were exactly the same as the stock cushions. I used my old cushions and your new cushions to get enough pieces to fit around the square corners of the Al radiator. I glued them on with weatherstrip...
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    Time for a new radiator for my '82...any suggestions?

    I installed a Dewitt's aluminum radiator on my '82. It was a little narrower so the bottom edges barely fit in the lower shroud mounts. The corners of the radiator are square instead of rounded like the stock unit. I had to modify the rubber mounts so they fit the square corners of the Al...
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    New problem with transmission

    I've been following your transmission threads. You replaced a clip on the internal linkage, which indicates you have the original trans or an early version. The correct filter may be hard to get for that model due to its age. There are several different filters for the 700R. If your trans is...
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    Recommendations for a Diagnostic Scanner for an 82?

    I use an Auto X-Ray 6000. It will give you all kinds of data. If you have modified your engine or removed the smog equipment or have a malfunction with the smog equipment, it may cause a rich condition. Check the O2 sensor as that is one of the main components that affect the mixture. The Auto...
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    Aftermarket 700R-4 Install in 1982

    The Corvette 700R4 is 7/8" shorter than the standard version of this transmission. The output shaft is 1 1/8" shorter. The tail housing is easy to replace, the output shaft is not. You have to disassemble most of the transmission to get at the snap ring that holds the shaft in. Just to get the...
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    Question: 82 Vette Oil Pan Gasket Replacement

    It is a fairly easy job to replace the oil pan gasket. Just do what Hib said. I used a one piece gasket as a replacement, torqued all the bolts carefully and have not had a leak.
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    Horns on '82'

    The diaphragms in your horns could be rotted out, causing them to sound sick. The '82 alarm system uses the same horns Replacement horns are readily available. One is a high note and the other is a low note. The brackets and wiring would have to be adapted to the Vette. If you wanted the...
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    1982 Mirrors

    Both should be powered, not just one. If you have the joystick on your console, there should be a rocker switch in front of it that would select either the left or right mirror. The power mirrors are not available new but can be found used.
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    what temp thermosat for '82

    I just wanted to add that I changed to a 180 degree stat. The car did run a little cooler but I noticed that when I drove with my real time diagnostic scanner connected, the computer was fluctuating between closed loop and open loop mode. It seemed to be on the borderline. I changed back to a...
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    82 exhaust air tubes

    I was able to get one on EBay. Keep looking and try different key words. Mine was listed as a "crossover tube". It came off a hurricane damaged 12,000 mile car and looked brand new. The gold cad plating is still shiny. Good luck!
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    '82' Engine idol too fast

    Check all vacuum hoses and connections. There may be one or more leaking. The heater-A/C control valve may be leaking. Look for missing plenum bolts. Check the IAC motors for correct operation. Check the timing. The plenum gaskets may be leaking due to hardening from old age. You can get the...
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    Love bugs or little black #$%^&*

    I tried Pam on my car. It made a mess and was very difficult to remove after. It is greasy and the dirt sticks to it. I usually put a good coat of Zaino on and the bugs come right off with little effort. I would think if you use a wax that has teflon in it, the bugs wouldn't stick that well.
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    82?

    The '82 has a 200 HP engine. The FI is very simple but not very well understood. It gets 19-21 MPG mainly due to the four speed overdrive 700R4 transmission. It is a little lighter in weight due to the use of lighter materials. Other than that, it is the same as an '80/'81. There are aftermarket...
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    Tuned Port vs Crossfire Injection

    Andy, The two systems are very different. The Crossfire system has two large fuel injectors that spray fuel into the throttle bodies where it is mixed with air. The fuel/air mixture travels into the intake manifold, goes down the runner tubes and into the cylinder heads. The left throttle body...
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    Question re 1982

    Lori, welcome to the site. Good luck in your search. The '82 is just as great as the other years. It does have some unique features not found on the older models. It has a 4 speed automatic, crossfire injection, a ram air system built into the hood, magnesium valve covers, and of course an...
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