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Computer Controlled Carb/Distributor Deletion? Hi people...on my 81 am I able to install a 'older' pre-computer controlled Quadrajet and a standard vacuum advance GM HEI dizzy and have a great running engine? If so would I just ignore the computer plugs going to the dizy/carb and tape them up...

Got mine in...even heated-up and made my own installation tool! :thumb

Ha...at times mine goes off going down the road! ;shrug :duh :D

Yep 'pair' ordered and will probably use the passenger side as a spare. :thumb

^^^ thanks! :thumb

My drivers side door-hinge spring just broke...need to order one in :W Maybe from eBay or Corvette America.

Yea, I'm still in the same situation...just no time to solve this one. However I did notice every now and then I'll be driving down the road and my seatbelt warning alarm will go off. :eyerole Just where is that "timer" for the inside lights???

Thanks for the above info...I know it ain't fixed and the battery float/tender is only holding it a 12.52v after 2 days of sitting. I'm trying not to hurt this "new" battery. It should hold 12.62 to 12.72 to keep it healthy. I'll try to diagnose it a little more with your suggestions. I have a...

Fixed it...hooked up a battery-tender :L It holds it at 12.72v :thumb I can easily tear into a V-8 and make it right but damn I HATE electrical issues :hb

From what a mechanic/corvette specialist friend told me, on (my) 81 the computer stays live for a few moments after the engine is shut off...then goes into idle mode, no draw from the battery. Not sure if that's my problem yet...for me electrical issues is a real PITA. :bash

Second alternator's in...something tells me I have a draw from somewhere else > maybe the computer isn't going into idle mode after the car is shut off ;shrug

Yep, that be them...thanks!:thumb

Anyone know where I can purchase the two round plastic push-in clips for the passenger vanity mirror?

Good point, however it's under warranty so...I'm only out a little of my time. Maybe reman #2 will be the charm ;)

Yep...I checked that, it's off. :thumb

Hi Tim, after some disbelief the current rebuilt alt could be doing the same thing I did go through the same test again. Sure enough with alt + hooked up and the +battery wire is removed then touched to the battery it tosses a small spark...unhook the alternator and no spark at the battery. I...

Hi people, been a while since I've visited. Besides the regulator/reluctor sticking in the alternator, is there anything else that will drain my battery down in my 81 Vette? I know the radio has a memory and the car's computer (may) draw something but, if I'm NOT seeing any lights on etc when...

Ewww that puppy's nasty! Mine looks all new and stuff lol :D

"There is no such thing as a lubricant which will cure a "clunk" coming from your rear axle." ...Then why does it not clunk when I change out the oil and refill with clean oil w/addative? "In fact, there's a chance that the "clunk" may not be related to the rear end at all. " ...for sure it's...

A knowledgeable friend suggested I try the above gear lube in my 81. It's always had the clunking sound when coming to a stop. He said "it will cure the clunk" When I change out the fluid and add two bottles of the GM additive it goes away for a time but always returns. Soooo any feedback about...