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someone once said: a jeep is a jeep, but a corvette is a great ride (or something similar. i think it had something to do with cigars, but i'm too old to remember correctly, lol!!) my vote...................don't do it. obviously you are the one who has to make the choice, but i can tell you...

if i remember the section in "corvette from the inside" correctly, there was a discussion that because of the ever-increasing EPA requirements, and corvette's extreme difficulty in complying with the regulations of the day, exactly how they could insure the cars sent to the track could perform...

this is correct. my 78 pace car has only the front latch and an extending pin in the rear. 1977 was the last year for the double latch mechanism type. if i remember correctly, there is a kit to convert later (1978 and newer) tops to the earlier years available from some of the parts houses, but...

exactly which rear emblem are you referring to?? the emblem on the gas filler lid or the "corvette" emblem on the rear facia??

lanny is correct regarding a change in position based on year. my 78 has the lines coming around the outside to connect with an outward facing hose fitting on each actuator. BTW my vacuum tank is behind the radiator. i believe the change was made early in the C3 run. i know that it was front...

even applying the rubber glove logic, i would place a call to the manufacturer of the plating kit and ask that question. personally, i would think that dipping the unit (actuator, vacuum relay, etc) into the solution is a bit different than wearing gloves to protect your skin from the...

interior stuff......wilcox is the best in both product and customer service in my opinion. al knoch is a close second real stuff (nos or the right replacement) doc rebuilt is the best (not the cheapest, but the stuff is correct) with corvette central a real close second in both product and...

mikey thanks for taking the time to provide your input. i for one found it very interesting. steve

just a suggestion, you might want to talk to some bike guys in your area (motorcycle bikers) and find out who does the bulk of the chrome plating for the "boys". bikers are about as picky a group as you will find when it comes to chrome parts for their rides and will not tolerate anything but...

grizz the 93 called for 3000 and of course the dealer was pleased to see me at about $35.00/change. as for "using the best", i guess that depends on what you read, and who you believe (no disrespect intended, by the way). i've seen everything from "synthetics are the greatest thing since sliced...

if your assumptions above are correct, tell me why my 93 corvette came with mobil 1 and the requirement that it be changed at 3000 mile increments. i contend that it is all marketing BS and is determined by who is going to be paying. strange how now that maintenence is included in a lot of new...

dave thanks for the help (and the prompt reply). steve

i have been searching for a parts supplier named "snakeoil", but i can't seem to find it through a google search. i seem to remember it from a bit ago, and it seems to me they have some hard to find corvette stuff. if anyone can help me out by giving me a web address, or a phone number it would...

perhaps i can help you out some. i am putting together a center gauge cluster for my 78 pace car. all original (nos) gauges. the only one that is different is the temp gauge (the 200 degree marker is at top dead center, not at the 11 o'clock position, but the guage is similar in all other...

the 6502, one to each north american dealer, comes from several books written on corvette history. since there was a premium being paid/car, a lot of the dealers in areas that had little interest (or people willing to pay up for them), probably traded or sold cars intra-dealer at least according...

i don't believe car fax goes back that far, but i could be mistaken. i recognize the background in your picture, i think. is this being offered by a dealer in the mid west (oklahoma, st. louis or kansas city perhaps??) if you have a black book, you can see all the "standard" features that were...

i believe 76 or 77 was the last year for the key switch on the fender. it certainly wasn't on the 78 and newer. i like the toggle switch option as it is simple to do and easy to trouble shoot should there be a problem. there are loads of location options that are out of the ordinary including...

i think i would use a heat gun instead if you choose the heat method. loads safer and a bit more controlable than a torch. not my first choice however, i would try the rust buster and tire pounding method first (and second too, lol) steve

first, there were 6502 pace car "special edition" 1978 vettes, not 250. your is toward the end of the run that started in march or so of 78. the lettering package was delivered with the car, but in an envelope, not installed on the car. it was installed (supposedly free of charge) if desired by...

gerryp check out wilcox for your needs. if i remember correctly they get just under $200.00 for an excellent repro. ocassionally they have on one ebay also (but they don't give much away in their auctions) you are usually just better getting in touch with them and buying direct as they offer...