Got my brackets yesterday, couldn't be happier. I hope to get them put on in a couple weekends when I have time. Thanks again Jeff.

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BTW, I was also waiting for brackets since November, so when I saw them come up I jumped on them. Jeff wasn't trying to give anyone the shaft, it's just the way things worked out with the machine shop. You can't control everything.

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Agreed

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Nice to see some people are lurking in this part

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I see the new changes already - good start

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Bump - let's get some more replies!

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I still use CF for the events/regional section because it's not too popular on here. Then again, there are some posts that are good for a laugh:

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showthread.php?t=1944001

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I found this pic - I think this is correct?

Thanks. That's not too hard. I'd like to learn more about C3s. It's always good to learn My wife likes the look of them, but I'll probably move to a C5 before a C3. Actually, I'll be sticking with the C4 for a while since we've got a baby on the way

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Ok, this may be a dumb question, but I have to ask. I always hear people say "birdcage" - what is that specifically?

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Looks nice - would like to hear about the intake.

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Thanks - I'll drink a beer to you - almost like being there.....well, not really, but I can dream....

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No. I'm working and we're supposed to have typical Chicago weather this weekend - cold and snow. Oh well. I'll have to live vicariously through pianoguy....bastard - jk

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Pics look great - I bet a lot of time went into those...

BTW - where are you located?

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You also don't want the rear calipers. They are a lot of modification/hassle to get them to work with the C4 parking brake, and most say they aren't much of an improvement anyway. The fronts are the ones that matter. On top of that you will need that bracket mentioned above.

I'm halfway into the process of doing mine - I'll have some pics once it's done. Not for a couple weeks, though.

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I'm not a C3 owner, but I think it's too bad. There are a few C3s sitting in driveways where I work under piles of snow. One I can think of has a blue tarp over the t-tops and flat tires. I'd love to knock on the door and offer to buy one, but the wife says one vette is enough (although she loves it, too)

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I'm looking forward to seeing the new, updated site

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Haha...good advice....


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My wife got some new brake brackets for the C5 upgrade for Valentine's Day. Oh wait, that's what I got myself. She's not getting anything.

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Well, first off, a police officer can write you a ticket for anything he reasonably believes in good faith to be in violation of the law. If you want to fight it in court, that's your right.

However, from searching your state's laws (I'm assuming you are still in North Carolina?) your approach is incorrect. In summary, according toChapter 20 § 20‑127 of NC law, if you have have a medical condition requiring tint, you must apply in writing to the Driver's Medical Evaluation Program and have your doctor fill out the appropriate form for that division. If approved, you will get a permit valid for 5 years to place in the lower left corner of your window between the tint and the window. If you don't have that sticker, it's a $200 fine.

Here's a link to your state laws:
http://www.ncga.state.nc.us/EnactedLe ... Chapter_20/GS_20-127.html

Good luck,

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Email sent!

That is too cool Looks like a great deal.
When I eventually finish the basement (ie, never) I'd like a full size pinball machine and the video game Operation Wolf, which I loved to play when I was a kid.

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Well, looks like you two are close
Now, where are *my* neighbors?

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Did you ever check this out? Just wondering because the fan strength on my 89 is pretty weak, too.

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Too bad you're so far. Not too far for a nice summer ride, but now it's a little rough

Maybe some more local folks will check in.

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Looks great! And it reminds me how lazy I am...lol. I have my new weatherstripping sitting in the box waiting for me to install it. I also have to paint my calipers for my c5 upgrade and some other little things. Carpet is on my list too, eventually. Let us know how the sound deadener is for you - I'd like some, too.

Good job again!

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Wow, that story cracks me up (bad pun, I know, I know...)

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Does anyone visit over here? I'd like it to be a place to meet some local folks to share a cruise or whatnot.

Bueller? Bueller?

Post up folks - where we at?

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Chicago Suburbs (SW)

On my 89 it's under the DIC - I'm not sure on an 85. If I recall correctly it's a little black square. Someone correct me if I'm wrong on that.

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Try this link to the darkside:
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/showt ... &highlight=horn+relay

My battery was only one year old and was supposedly a top of the line one. But when batteries sit they can go bad. That's why my new battery (interstate) is on the charger anytime it's not being used.

I would pull it and take it to the auto parts store and have it load tested. Like I said, my old battery showed 12v on the meter, too, but it was no good.

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Could be the light itself is bad, you could try swapping them. I had a problem after my headlight upgrade that the ds was dim and the ps was fine. I did everything including running new grounds. All the diagnostics for the wires seemed fine. Turned out my battery was bad. I would look into that, too. My battery was producing enough amps according to the multimeter, but once a load test was done it showed that it was shot.

Good luck,

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I guess I'm here....trying to catch up on posts.

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There are all kinds of mortgages out there. On my current house, my mortgage was $0 down 2 years ago and I refinanced it after one year to a loan with 90% equity. I have a small PMI, but oh well. My mortgage guy did it all, he's awesome, so you just have to find what fits. You might get a slightly higher rate if you have less equity, but it's out there. It is harder with all of the mortgage problems lately. Have you considered a home equity loan from the bank? They are usually a higher rate, but since you already have $10,000 to put in, it wouldn't hurt you too bad. And since it is a home improvement, the interest is tax deductible. Just a thought.

BTW, I just called my mortage guy last week to refinance because of the rate drop, though, and he told me that even though the fed has dropped rates 1.25 points in the last two weeks, mortgages didn't go down much! What is that? I guess it's business regulating itself without the government. Oh well. Good luck with that.

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If someone finds out, I am still waiting for a set, too. Hopefully someone can come through

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That's my next mod :silent:



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Is that the new batmobile?



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I am not an expert on this, but do you have a separate ground for your fog lights? On my 89 (which is different) I upgraded my headlights and had to run separate grounds for the fog lights because they were originally grounded through the high beams. I had the problem that when I used the fog lights there was a faint glow from my high beam indicator on the dash. From what I have read, they fixed this problem on the newer models by making the fog lights grounded separately from the factory. Perhaps with the new wiring setup this was changed? It's something to look in to, at least. Good luck and keep us posted.

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Jeff, did you get my pm?

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