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I need to replace the in-dash tach in my 79 vette as it registers far too high. Is that common for them to fail in that manner? Anyway, I have not looked at any manuals, but it appears to be a straight forward removal from the face of the dash. Any pitfalls or issues I need to be aware of...

In the last several hundred miles my 79 corvette has developed a sputter & chugging when starting from a stop or at low rpms. It doesn't pause or jerk like when an accellator pump fails; just sputters and doesn't run smooth as it used to. If I throttle up the engine it goes away and still...

I'm interested if anyone is willing to share success they've had in upgrading their sound systems. Options using or replacing the stock radio. I have what I believe to be the original AM/FM Cassette radio. Original front speakers, but not very hearty. Back speakers are gone, replaced by some...

When I bought my 79 coupe the power steering pump leaked and a rebuilt from Ecklers came with the car. A few weeks later I had it installed, then the first time I took the car out and "pushed" the engine, it immediately kicked off the belt. When I took it back in to my mechanic he showed me...

Now that I have a new set of t-tops for my 79 coupe, can anyone tell me if there is anyone that buys t-top cores (one broke) and is there much of a market for a single mirrored t-top? My surviving top is a driver's side mirrored top with PPG Solar Cool glass, I believe an older top without the...

I bought a new set of mirrored t-tops. I sent the first set back because one was flawed and the replacement set came "preadjusted" from the factory. Problem is that both of these "preadjusted" tops leak water. I will no doubt be talking with the manufacturer this week, but does anyone have...

So my 79 vette has a sag in the rear and the first thing I want to do is check the factory specs for the front & rear body height. Thought I had a source to provide that information, but didn't after all. Does anyone know my numbers or can tell me where to easily find them? Dave

I am looking to replace the original rear spring in order to level my car and to replace the shocks because they appear to be original. I've read where this issue was supposedly thoroughly discussed months ago, but I could not find the thread so please bare with me. One obvious option is to...

I know; who has more questions on this site than me? My car doesn't present level when comparing the front vs rear wheel openings; a slight sag in the rear. I've seen where many people mention replacing the leaf springs; is this the reason why? I plan to have the shocks checked because with...

I just had the power steering pump replaced on my 79 vette; it was leaking when I bought the car and the replacement rebuilt pump came with it. I had it installed and just got it back last week and the first time I drove it and poured on the coals I heard a screach and the belt came off. It...

I just bought a 79 vette and it came with a set of mirored t-tops and the glass was marked PPG Solar Cool. One of them cracked and broke so I've been looking to replace them. My understanding was that there were two companies that made the glass; LOF and PPG (I presume an aftermarket company)...

I keep seeing references to early vs late 79 models. Is it a part specific designation or was there a cut-off in production that designates the car one or the other? For example, I need to pull my power antenna that isn't working. Is there something in the VIN that designates my model early vs...

My 1979 coupe stock wheels have a flat black shadow painted on the back side of the wheel slots/spokes. The shadow is badly faded and peeled away from the edge in spots on all of the wheels. It looks like a lot of work to remove the wheels, sand it all down, tape around each of the outside...

This site is so very valuable and I appreciate everyone who has already provided some helpful information. I've only been a member for a few days. I have a 64 Fairlane 500 Sport Coupe (purchased new by my aunt in California) and just recently sold a 57 Chevy. I was planning to by another 57...

Just bought a 1979 Corvette and discovered when the engine is warmed up and driving at highway speeds the hot air just pours into the car from under the dash. Makes it nearly intolerable to drive. Sounds like there is a vacuum water valve under the hood that shuts water off when the heater...

We just bought our first corvette, a 1979 Coupe, and have it in to our mechanic for several things. One issue is that the steering pulls to the right. It's not the crest of the road or a brake pad hanging up. It is a slight pull, but constant. My mechanic is thinking alignment, but says he...