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there is a vacuum control that opens and closes various "gates" in the heat/ac system and chances are somewhere in the system (as previously mentioned) you are losing vacuum. you might want to check the check valve first. it is located approximately behind the distributor in the main line from...

gary is correct as far as at least through 78 (i have a 78 pace car and have recently re-done mine). who ever sold you the ws kit should have told you (and sold you) ws adhesive. the most commonly used is 3m brand. the ws tacks (and screws) into place, but it is secured with the adhesive that is...

me too!

most common pre detonation problem is blowing a hole in the top of the piston (yeah, it's that serious). as already stated, check everything first with a qualified mechanic if you are unsure. i agree with the above statement, however that the requirement to run 110 octane fuel is pretty severe...

how does the lamp assembly fit to the nose when closed?? is it flush or is it raised?? if it is raised. then the adjustment nut is at the end of the clevis bracket (the same "elbow" you probably pulled down to lower the assembly when it got "stuck" up). if it already fits flush with the nose...

on a 78 the L82 pipes are 2 1/2". i believe they are the same through 82. the exit (exhaust) pipe does infact curve downward. you might want to check out several other mufflers as there are veral that are not "standard" shape and hide a bit better up under the car. i would also suggest (if you...

you all could always come on down to south florida too!! they don't call it the sunshine state for nothing!! seriously though it sounds like you've made a load of progress on your car. hope you get it out wonce and a while to enjoy your better summer (than winter) weather whenever possible (like...

welcome to CAC. you also might want to check out the latest copy of hemmings motor news or old cars weekly in addition to looking at ebay and various internet sites. the publications will have "dealer" ads in addition to private party ads. you might also want to look at the web sites for the...

the battery positive goes directly to the hot stud on the starter solenoid and power is transfered to the entire system from that point through 2 fusable links that are also connected to the same hot terminal. one of the fusable links goes directly to the headlamp switch, the other to the...

a wise old sage once said "that's why they make chocolate and vanilla". i agree that each to his own. personally, i'm more into originality and reasonable correctness, but i can also appreciate those that have been customized to a particular owner's tastes. in this case, not my cup of tea...

title says it all. i have a friend who just bought an all original 84 corvette and would like to have an owner's manual for it. even a .pdf file copy or a photocopy would be acceptable to him at this point. please email srs244@GMAIL.COM if you can help out with anything in the way of the manual...

not to be vague, but the definition of numbers matching takes all types of twists and turns. the most liberal would be the entire drive train from front to rear (in my opinion anyway) so that would include the original, date coded engine parts and number pad stamping on the block, correct...

i used them about a year ago (of course it was just after they stopped doing the work for free and started charging the $50.00 fee., lol). they were very efficient and prompt and i got the documentation within 10 days or so. just be careful if you have the same habit i have of destroying mail i...

you might want to try dr. rebuild or corvette central also. i wouldn't suggest splicing the relay out of the system. it will only cause you problems with the electrical system in the future. steve

the problem is that without a copy of the invoice or the tank sticker, all you are able to get is a more or less generic "window sticker". there is a company that is actually authorized by GM to reproduce them, but they require a copy of the dealer invoice for a really "authentic" sticker...

it is easier to access the dust boot and the seal by removing the front grill. it is the recommended method of servicing the actuator. as mentioned, with the engine OFF, raise the headlamp doors by pushing upward on the door adjustment bolt to raise the door a bit, then by grabbing the door from...

bill there is a post in the general discussion section regarding power antennas. you might want to check it out. steve

the light bulb is replaced by unscrewing the cap that mounts to the top of the gauge bezel and removing/replacing the light bulb, no biggie. the heater controls should have their own bulb housings and those bulbs car accessable if you raise or remove the center console panel. the a/c vents are...

not certain i completely understand your question, but in order to remove the center console and the guage cluster you must first remove the console trim pieces that attach to the tunnel. they aqre only cardboard frames covered by carpet. there are at least 2 and probably 3 screws that hold the...

barry i realize i just arrived a bit late at the party, but in the future, a way to avoid the air in the system (assuming that is in fact the problem) is to start your coolant fill through the thermostat housing with the radiator cap off. the housing off and the thermostat removed. it will aid...