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Comment on Direct Fit Aluminum Radiators For 1984-2009 Corvettes by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Mon, 01 Mar 2010 16:41:06 +0000

Paul, Yes they are available for C3 Corvettes. You can see all of our 1968-1982 Corvette Aluminum Radiators and Dual Fan Kits here.

Comment on Direct Fit Aluminum Radiators For 1984-2009 Corvettes by Paul

Paul — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:37:41 +0000

Are there aluminum radiators for 1977 C3 Corvettes with the dual fan kit?

Comment on Corvette Restoration Tip: Body Panels by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:11:47 +0000

Ken,
The antenna hole was not in the left rear quarter panel of a Corvette, it is in the top deck. GM does not make a top rear deck anymore so the only way to go is aftermarket. We have a press molded Convertible deck but not for a coupe. I believe the hole was in all rear decks, Corvettes with radio delete had the hole filled prior to painting.

Comment on Corvette Restoration Tip: Wiring Harnesses by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 20:04:51 +0000

Charles,
You have ground wires in the harness that ground your gauges etc. The ground wires bolt to the chassis at several locations behind the dash. It is also important that you have your ground straps that ground the birdcage to the frame and your Corvette’s engine ground strap in place.

Comment on 1999-2008 Corvette Superchips Cortex Programmer by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:06:18 +0000

Stephen,
It will not decrease the shift time from the paddles. That is not a programmable feature.

Comment on Corvette Restoration Tip: Wiring Harnesses by Charles Plowman

Charles Plowman — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:19:40 +0000

I have a 1971 Corvette and have replaced the front wiring harness. I have installed all new components but neither the wiper motor or fuel gauge is working. It seems that something is not grounded properly. Can someone explain to me how the dash is grounded? My Corvette’s dash lights work but nothing on the instrument cluster works.

Comment on How Do You Adjust The Windshield Wipers On A 1993 C4 Corvette? by Dan Parrish

Dan Parrish — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 12:44:40 +0000

I had a similar problem with my 1991 Corvette. I fixed it by buying a “low profile” wiperblade that was made to fit the Corvette. It took 3 tries to find a set that would fit without problems.

Comment on Corvette Restoration Tip: Body Panels by Ken

Ken — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 07:45:40 +0000

How did GM finish the rear left quarter panels for radio delete cars? With hole or without hole? I am trying to restore a 70’s Corvette with the radio delete option and need to know how it came from the factory?
Thank You
Ken

Comment on 1999-2008 Corvette Superchips Cortex Programmer by Stephen Potter

Stephen Potter — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:36:35 +0000

Maybe we are thinking about two different things. I should have been more accurate. Sorry! I’m thinking about how quickly it shifts with paddle shifts. Seems many complain about the delay (which I understand has been resolved in latter models).

Comment on 1999-2008 Corvette Superchips Cortex Programmer by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:34:39 +0000

I don’t think that is the case. I know the Hypertech can increase shift firmness and I am sure the Predator does also.

Comment on Replacing The Fuel Pump & Sending Unit On A 1987 C4 Corvette by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:30:25 +0000

Dan,
You have to rotate the sending unit out. The pump and arm have to come out. You should be able to see which way to rotate the unit as it comes out.

Comment on 1963-1967 Corvette 4-Speed Transmission Rebuild by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 21:41:35 +0000

Stan, The best way I can tell you is to remove all the linkage from the transmission arms and make sure the transmission is in neutral (all arms straight up). There is a Shifter Linkage Adjustment Tool available. Insert the tool into the shifter slot on the bottom of the shifter. It will lock the shifter arms into neutral, now you can adjust your linkage to mate up to the transmission.

Comment on 1963-1967 Corvette 4-Speed Transmission Rebuild by Stan

Stan — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 20:44:24 +0000

I have a 1966 Corvette. Do you have directions on how to adjust the 4 speed Muncie Transmission shifter linkage? The transmission is in the Corvette and the shifter has been rebuilt but still has original linkage.

Comment on 1999-2008 Corvette Superchips Cortex Programmer by Stephen Potter

Stephen Potter — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 17:18:31 +0000

Here’s the real question. Superchips Cortex Programer states it will enhance shift firmness yet none of the other Power Programers are able to. Best I can tell from reports is that none of them can. Does anyone have any results to confirm this suggested upgrade?

Comment on Why won’t my Corvette’s cooling fans turn on? by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 22:11:29 +0000

Stephen, The factory fans do come on at 225, this cannot be lowered by a thermostat. If you want to lower the main fan temperature on a C4 Corvette it has to be done by either a chip in the ECM or programming on 1994-1996 Corvettes. You can also wire around to a switch. On 1984-1989 Corvettes with dual fans there is a temperature switch in the cylinder head that controls the front fan. Our 1984-1991 Low Temp Fan Switch Conversion Harness will allow you to wire an extra ground wire to the main fan relay. When the switch hits its preset temperature it will ground the relay and turn the fan on early.

Comment on Why won’t my Corvette’s cooling fans turn on? by Stephen

Stephen — Sat, 30 Jan 2010 15:53:19 +0000

The dealer replaced the fan motor and they come on at 225 degrees. The dealer says thats were the fans should come on but that is way to hot for me. We live in Florida, I am going to try a 160 degree thermostat, purple ice w/water and 1 gallon of 50/50, hopefully that will help. If any corvette owners know otherwise please let me know.
Thanks
Stephen

Comment on How Do You Remove The Radio From A 1972 Corvette? by Dan Skopp

Dan Skopp — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:25:05 +0000

It is much easier to remove the radio from a 1981 Corvette!

Comment on How Do You Adjust The Windshield Wipers On A 1993 C4 Corvette? by Ray Terry

Ray Terry — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 00:49:40 +0000

Thanks! I just happen to own a 1993 C4 Corvette. I have never had a problem with the wipers but now I know where to adjust them if needed.

Comment on Corvette Car Covers by Corvette Parts

Corvette Parts — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 22:21:02 +0000

Anne, If the Corvette is kept outdoors then I would suggest the Noah Car Cover. If the Corvette is garage kept then the Tan Flannel Car Cover would be a great choice.

Comment on Corvette Car Covers by Anne

Anne — Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:20:51 +0000

My Fiance has a 1966 Corvette, and I would like to buy a new car cover for him, preferably fitted. What type & size of cover should I look for?

Thank you.