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I just finished the update with my fuel flow. I removed the sending unit/pick up. I did not have to drop the tank but it was tight. I attached photos of the filter sock. You couldn’t see any light through it at all. Thanks for your help. Car run stronger and fuel pressure is stable.

Has anyone installed an electric fuel pump to stock fuel lines under 81 tank? Will the fuel feed strong enough? My feed seems erratic and slow viewing the clear filter before a Holley MitiMite. think it may be a partial plugged tank sending unit filter/strainer? Filter bowl empties and...

I am seeing most high flow cats do not require the air tube when shopping to replace my 1981 Corvette CAT. Can the AIR line at the stock converter be capped off safely?

When changing the cat, can the AIR line be plugged or will the pump be damaged> New cats do not have air tube access points.

Has anyone out there modified their 1981 to EFI? How did it interact with the factory ECM? Can parts of the ECM functions be unhooked and handled by the EFI controls? The MSD Atom 2900 carries a C.A.R.B. EO # D-722 number and may be legal to install. Atomic 2900 Atomic EFI Master Kit...

Vapor lock came back...Adding electric fuel pump and return line regulator...Dealer analyzed. See this link for reliable info on vapor lock. Ask Away with Jeff Smith: Understanding Vapor Lock--and How You Can Fix It! - OnAllCylinders Will update with outcome.

Can anyone help with pointing out a good tester for pain thickness on a corvette?

Vapor lock came back...Adding electric fuel pump and return line regulator...Dealer analyzed. See this link for reliable info on vapor lock. Ask Away with Jeff Smith: Understanding Vapor Lock--and How You Can Fix It! - OnAllCylinders :happyanim:Another success story. Well, Not So Much I had...

:happyanim:Some of you may recall my posts regarding problems with my oil pressure reading on my 1981 stock Vette. I want to thank all of you who answered with ideas. Here is the history and a final fix. Installed a new GM Restoration oil pressure gauge and the new one solved a nagging...

While working on my fuel system, I found that when I disconnected the fuel outlet (to carb) fitting at the pump, a large volume of fuel ran out until I plugged the line from the tank at the inlet side of the pump. Not just what was in carb line, but solid flow. Is this supposed to happen or...

I am having problems with vapor lock on my vehicle after driving in warmer weather and parking for a short (20-45 min.) time in the sun, the car starts fine and will drive for about 30 seconds before stalling. No fuel observed from primary jets when actuating the throttle linkage and...

I am wondering how one could test the proper operation of the aux cooling fan. I cannot recall it ever coming on. Even on hot days.

I have a 1981 Corvette. Factory stock. 23,000 true miles. I have had a continuing problem with the oil pressure reading on my car. The problem is that when I first start the engine to idle, the pressure gauge reads a bit below 20. After about 5 minutes, it pops up to just below 40, on its own...

When I start my engine the oil pressure reads just below 40 and in about 1 minute it jumps up over 40 and goest up and down with rpm...buy not over 50. I checked the connection and reseated it but no change. Is it the sending unit?

Does anyone have a picture of the original Delco A348C air filter box (front and back) and filter markings?

Is there supposed to be a bushing on the steering box shaft above the pitman arm? (with Power Steering) See photo

I noted a high pitch chirping from the engine area when auto trans is in reverse. No noise until I put it under load. No noise in neutral of forward gears. Any ideas?::ohnoes

My question is in reference to my breaking the original drivers side t top glass on my 1981 corvette. I am sure there are a lot of opinions out there but I need a few suggestions. Since the m1131 glass is so rare I bought a new set of tops from Melrose. They fit and look great. If it were you...

Looking for replacement glass for a 1981 Corvette Blue Reflective Glass T-Top--Drivers side Any ideas where to look?

I have a black St. Louis 1981 Coupe. I know that they used lacquer on the St. Louis 81's. My question is did they use clearcoat over the lacquer or is the finish all lacquer? I have a bit of spot work to do and want to know what I am working with. Also, will a random orbit polisher do...