Converting your Corvette to 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 electric parts of conversion are a bolt-in proposition. There’s no fab work required: no welding, drilling holes through the firewall, […]
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 a few. Have you ever wondered how many times you have opened and closed the doors on your Corvette, especially the driver’s […]
Corvette Central is pleased to introduce manual and power window regulators for 1956-62 and 1963-67 Corvettes. These exclusive regulators are produced to original factory specifications, resulting in fit and function that is identical to the original regulators. Suitable for judging, their movement and range have been engineered with performance verification in mind. The original 1956-62 […]
GM stylists were active on the interior of the 68-77 Corvette. The door panels were deeply sculpted, unlike the rather flat door panels on many other cars. But while the door panels showed a rich designer look, the vinyl covering needed to be significantly stretched in several areas. Aging of the plastics along with UV […]
Automotive door sealing technology has improved dramatically from the early days when rain water came in from all angles. By 1969 GM changed the outer seal strip that wipes the glass clear on those damp mornings to do a good job of keeping water out of the door. In turn it kept water off of […]
1968-1982 RESTORATION SERIES As iconic as they are, 1968-82 Corvettes tend to have issues with their windows, and if they are neglected, major trouble and leakage will probably occur. In short, C3 doors and window glass require periodic service. If it has been more than 10 years since any major work has been performed, […]
The following is a workbook from a technical seminar that we sponsored during Corvettes at Carlisle in 2007. The workshop was hosted by Chris Petris from Petris Enterprises in Scottsboro, AL. The concept is to provide easy to understand electrical troubleshooting concerning all Corvette generations in layman’s terms. We’ll show you how to do this […]
We all have those times when we’re working on our Corvette, and it’s too early, too late, or just an inconvenient time to call someone for help. Don’t fret! Corvette Central has all the answers with our helpful assortment of reference, repair, and assembly materials, covering just about any job you have in front of […]
If you own a C4 equipped with Bose sound system, you will eventually need Bose amplifier repair or replacement. Every Bose sound system equipped C4 uses one amplifier per speaker. This is the weak link. Amplifier capacitors are filled with electrolytic fluid, which ultimately leaks out onto the circuit board, causing failure. If the […]
Let’s face it: summer has officially arrived. If you have not already done so, now is the time to make sure that your Corvette is ready for vacation travel, car shows, and everyday commuting in extreme temperatures. Use this brief guide to ensure that you address all of the major summer maintenance tasks. These topics […]