1963-1982 Corvette Alignment Information
Before an alignment is done, it is important to make sure all suspension components are in good shape. For example, loose wheel bearings on the front or rear will affect alignment and worn components...
View Article1963-1982 Corvette Dent Removal Tool Instructions
Your 1963-1982 Corvette front crossmember is subjected to large rocks, unimaginable road debris and damage from repair work (poorly positioned floor jacks). As a result, many, if not all, the frames...
View ArticleThe Dreaded Glowing Service Engine Soon Light
If your Corvette was built after 1981, the Check Engine or Service Engine Soon light will illuminate at some point. Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about the glowing yellow light. The...
View ArticleAdding Electric Windows to a C3
Adding electric windows is one of the easier upgrades that can make the C3 a little more user-friendly. Although somewhat labor intensive, since it was a factory option, both the mechanical and...
View ArticleC2 & C3 Corvette ride height guide
For your convenience, we have compiled a list of all available ride heights for 1964-1982 Corvettes, taken from their respective Assembly Instruction Manuals. Notice that the measurements get simpler...
View Article1965-1982 Corvette Wilwood Disc Brake Caliper Replacement
1965-1982 Corvette disc brake systems were a major technological advancement at their onset. The C2/C3 Corvette design utilized “fixed” disc brake calipers. This same “fixed” design disc brake caliper...
View ArticleC1-C3 Corvette Brake Casting Numbers
For your convenience, below are caliper and master cylinder casting numbers for 1953-82 Corvettes. Information courtesy of Lonestar Caliper Co. 1965-66 1st Design 1967-72 2nd Design 1973-82 2nd...
View Article1968-1982 Patriot Header and Exhaust System Install
Original small block “rams horn” exhaust manifolds (produced up to 1979) can be said to flow efficiently. Their flow may not be optimal, but they are better than many of the original equipment...
View Article1968-82 Corvette Door Hinge Repair, Door Window Seal Installation and WIndow...
You know it will eventually happen: your C3 Corvette’s door hinges wear out and the resulting alignment issues cause a multitude of problems. Sagging, broken seals, road noise, and water leaks to name...
View Article1963-82 Corvette Power Steering Service
Power steering is a mechanical wonder that many of us often take for granted. For some, it is hard to even remember a time without power steering. Today’s systems are cost effective to manufacture and...
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