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I plan to convert my 77 (L48) from an automatic to 4-speed transmission. My mechanic is very capable in doing this, however I would like to prepare as best I can to make this project go successful before we schedule the time and effort. I realize that this is not one of those easy projects one...

Hi Dale, Thanks for the suggestion. I will contact the mechanics at Chevy after the holiday. Will let you know what I find! John

Russ and Dale, I called Cherolet dealer parts dept today...special order for the belt. It seems that my L48 and some L82's without AC & no air pumps use the three belts. Alternator, Power steering AND a water pump belt. Part is discontinued from Chevy, but they said they can get it. GM Part...

OOPS! Hi Dale, Sorry that the attachment didn't show up. I'll try a resend with this message. If the attachment doesn't make it... The water pump pulley has 2 tracks and the crankshaft pulley has 3. The alternator belt rides on the alternator, the water pump, and the crankshaft pulleys...

DDL-81, Thanks for your reply...I do realize the water pump is non-adjustable and there is no AC nor any air pumps. I should have mentioned this is a stock L48. Here is an attached drawing of what I have. Maybe I have to remove the water pump pulley, wrap the belt onto the pulley, then...

Hi Everyone, Time to relace belts and flush cooling system. Before I get started I would like to go out and buy supplies, thermostat, hoses, etc. Thought about the belts and discovered (and remembered) that I have what I believe is a water pump drive belt. This is a small belt that rides...

Hi Bob, I think this will help you...I just checked in my Corvette Central and Zip catalogs and found screw kits associated with most interior components. In fact, the ZIP catalog has a unique screw set for 77 vette interiors. Cost around $23.00 (catalog date 1995 but give them a call) Tel...

Iwannafly... Being that you are convinced the mechanics are fine, have you tried to troubleshoot the volume problem a bit differently. What I mean is, have you tried to block the lower vents to see if the amount or volume of cool air increases through the upper vents. I also checked into the...

Hi There 72 Bluz, Sorry didn't respond quicker...been away in Maine. If I remember correctly the click noise coming from my beauty rings was due to a clip not seated properly in the ring itself. It seemed to be bent or mispositioned in the ring so that when it was seated on the wheel rim it...

I do know that 75 was first year of electronic tach. With the engine off, the tach should read 1000 RPMs. Maybe it needs some sort of calibration? Yorkbeachbum :confused

Hi Sharky... Welcome aboard. I'm a new member also (3 weeks). This is a great forum and lots of people willing to contribute. I've got a 77 vette, ordered her in 77 (in fact Friday will be 24 years ownership), love to drive her, each night garaged, and never seen a day of winter. 68 is a...

Hi 72 Bluz, When you removed the center hub and trim ring, did you drive around to reproduce noise? The reason I ask is that my 77 had a repeating click and I found it to be a loose trim ring clip. Every time the wheel rotated the pressure caused the ring to flex just enough to "click"...

Hi Folks, Thanks to all those who read and replied my topic. This is certainly a great resource for us. :cool As of today, I think I am going to re-think this project. Didn't expect so many changes, etc. I don't think I have the guts to disassemble my dash components yet! This...

Lady80, I agree with all above...coming from Massachusetts winter is long enough and Spring fever catches me around January. ;>) Couple of things...my vette is garaged everyday, someone suggested I place some carpet remnants under the car for the winter. Don't do it! I ended up with a...

Wipeout48 I had the same problem on my 77. At first I pulled the cable out and cleaned it up...loaded with rust sediment. Added graphite solvent, reinstalled and great for a week or so of casual driving. Problem came right back and also a whispering noise from the speedometer started. Went...

Hi There, It was a hot day in New England today...even hotter while driving in my Vette. I am the original proud owner of a black 77. Back when I ordered the car, I didn't feel that A/C was a necessary option to purchase. But after today's drive I am seriously thinking of adding A/C to my...