Like they say, “Baby it’s Hot Outside.” Summer is here and it seems like each year it gets tougher and tougher to stay cool. Here are a few basic things to check to avoid major meltdowns on those summer cruises. We discussed the cooling system earlier this year and that’s the number one concern: hot […]
Electrical Diagnosis
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 […]
Brake Maintenance
In our last newsletter we discussed wheel maintenance. Before you install those shiny wheels, a brake check is in order. Some Corvette owners are still in the grip of winter which allows time to check out the braking system while Corvette owners in warmer climates should consider scheduling time to check their brakes. We rarely […]
Pre-Spring Cleaning
One of the most neglected areas when it comes to cleaning is the inside of the wheels. Disc brake dust causes corrosion and grease from blown ball joint boots on 1963-1996 Corvettes can affect wheel balance. Disc brake pads have metallic compounds and fibers that mix with moisture to corrode steel or aluminum wheels. The […]
Replacing the Front Spoiler: 1984 to 1996
Time: 2 Hours Tools: Sockets and screwdrivers Talent: (3) Applicable Years: 1984 to 1996 Tools: ¼-inch drive socket set and metric combination wrenches Tab: $100 Tip: You don’t have to replace the entire spoiler. Remember it comes in three pieces. The way these spoilers get abused you might want to consider doing one section each […]
Clutch Hydraulics on the 1984 to 1996 Corvette
Time: 3 Hours Tools: 3/8” drive Metric sockets, box end and flare nut wrenches, GM hydraulic clutch fluid and vinyl hose. Talent: (3) Applicable Years: 1984 to 1996 Tab: $150 Tip: Replace both the master and slave units at the same time When the 1984 Corvette was introduced it used a totally different system for […]
Automatic Transmission Service for the 1984 to 1996 Corvette
Time: 1 hours Tools: 3/8” drive metric sockets Talent: (4) Applicable Years: 1984 to 1996 Tab: $50.00 Tip: Make sure you ask a lot questions before you let a shop tear into your transmission. The expense is great and a lot of things can happen to your car while it’s in the shop. Make sure […]
Servicing the Overdrive on the 4+3 Transmission
Time: 1 hour Tools: Drain pain, sockets and 3/8” torque wrench Talent: (3) Applicable Years: 1984 to 1988 Tab: $45.00 Tip: Treat this job the same way you would treat changing the fluid and filter with an automatic transmission. You’ll probably end up making just as big a mess on your garage floor. Complementary Work: […]
The LT1 Opti-Spark Distributor
Time: 2 hours Tools: A Visa card with a large credit line. Talent: (4) Applicable Years: 1992 to 1996 Tab: $500 to $1,000 Tip: Don’t ever let any water get in the area of the Opti-Spark if you detail your engine compartment. Complementary Work: This would be a good time to install new spark plug […]
C4 Rear Tie Rod Replacement
Time: 30 minutes Tools: Metric sockets and metric combination wrenches, tie rod separator Talent: (3) Applicable Years: 1984 to 1996 Tab: $250.00 Torque: Tie rod center section – 54 lb./ft. Axle tie rod nuts – 37 lb./ft. Tip: You will need to have the rear aligned when you finish. Performance Gain: Improved Handling Complementary Work: […]