Just an observation here in Eastern Kansas...It semms the more advanced mobile phones get, the worse traffic gets.

New pump is in. Started right up, no leaks, no flames, no explosions...yet. Drove it for about an hour, various speeds etc. Seems to be good to go.

Thanks everyone for your help. Nice write up w/ picks on the procedure Matt, thanks.

--Chris

Settled on getting one from GM. My brother ordered it for me and is waiting for me. $95 incl tax. I hope all of the other relevant parts are still in good shape.

The installation looks pretty simple.

disconnect battery
remove fuel door assy
unplug elec connect
unhook fuel hoses
remove 9 bolts
slide pump assy out (with care)
out w/ old
in w/ new

Any gremlins waiting for me around the corner?

--Thanks, Chris

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Thanks for the link. Looks like a pretty good deal there, alot less expensive than I expected to see. I like the kit idea w/ wiring and all attending items. It would not be nice to get in there and have to go back for all of this later.

And thanks everyone for your help.

I'll have more questions as life had put my baby on the back burner for awhile now. It is time to bring her to the shining star she can be. Thanks again, --Chris

Filter is Fram and less than 6 mo/3000 mi. Not to say it hasn't failed, but not my top suspect. The pump has 143K on it, and given the nature of the stall (sudden and complete) I think it's the pump.

There's light at the end of the tunnel...(does that sound like a train to you?)

Checked fuel pressure, and there was none. The needle did not budge. Also, when turning the key, I could hear a click from the tank, but not the usual buzz that follows. So my guess is this means the pump electricals are working just not the pump?

Does GM still make pumps for these things? Autozone has an Airtex pump for about $85 w/ strainer. Or is there a specific brand you guys like for under $200. I'm going to be moving and between incurring those expenses and having to have this done w/in a couple of weeks I'd like to stay on budget.

Intallation looks pretty straight forward.

Car is '96 LT4. Hotcammed 143K miles, no cats.

Trouble: Took it out for a drive this evening. It was running well, no issues. After about an hour or a little more, as I was headed home, it started bucking briefly a couple of times, then cleared up. As I got to the light and had to stop, it got worse. Got around the corner, it pretty much acted like it was out of gas. Got it pulled to a side street. All connections seemed good, coil, plugs, etc. Attempted to start, good crank, a couple of fires then nothin'. Just like it was out of gas. Gauge read about a quarter plus, and it should have gas according to last fill. But, I hoofed it home, got my gas can and added more fuel to see. No go.

Replaced coil and icm last fall. Opti got a new cap and rotor in '08 (GM parts) New fuel filter about 3000 miles ago.

Plan is to try cold start in am (in case icm was overheated).

Rent fuel pressure gauge and check fp.

It was running well until that very moment, no misfires, so I really don't think it's the opti. (Oh, and no codes obdII)

Any thoughts are welcomed

Oh, I guess my question is, those that have had the FP fail while driving, does this sound familiar?

I did experience the pivot ball backing out costing me a clutch at 35K. But the rubbing on the pressure plate came later. Discovered grooves worn into pivot ball from the clutch fork.

This is just my personal opinion, and I hope that this forum is true to itself enough to be open to a little critism. But my experience here is like walking into a garage where a bunch of guys are in the middle of a conversation and not leaving much room for a new arrival to speak. Really, all I read here tells me that if I'm not in the middle of a 383 build, or putting on turbo, Or some other likewise mondo task, you don't want to hear it.

I've read time after time where you guys make fun of people who curious about putting in a 160 stat, or just about any noob wanting to learn basic care and maintenance of the Vette. It's perfectly acceptable if you want your forum to about building race cars. But in so doing you should advertise as such, and don't expect alot of growth.

Just about everyone on here is well versed in Corvettes and I'm not saying that any of you are down right mean or anything, just rather intimidating. I wish you luck in your venture, but I for one am just too afraid to ask any questions on this forum for fear that it might be considered a stupid one.

Nice looking ride my friend! About those lights, for the time being you can manually open/close the lights with the knob located on top of the assembly with the hood open. At least you can have them both open or closed.

There was an article some time ago in "Corvette Fever" magazine about how sometimes it's not the motor but just the bushings/bearings that go bad. (they're plastic) If you go to manually move the light and hear/feel resistance this may be your problem. If you go to their website they might have it archived.

Good luck with the ride.

That muffler won't fit. It's too wide. I went the the Magnaflow, same design. It has an internal x-pipe built in, sounds awesome. Check their web site and order from Summit. It's about $50 cheaper than the Flowmaster.

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Well, the Georgia State Police could force the site to hand over your IP address and you might get a ticket in the mail.

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Liquid Glass contains no abrasives. I apply it in thin coats with a damp soft sponge and finish with microfiber towel. When I finished the first time, the shine was clear that the only colors I saw were the reflection of the everything around it. But this is just my experience. But with all the hype, i really want to give Zaino a shot.

There is black ZR1 that resides somewhere near me. I saw it last summer while driving my LT4. We both had the targas out and gave a wave. I must say I felt dwarfed at that light. I haven't seen it since. It is an awesome piece of machinery.

I agree. I manage a restaurant where a large portion of our staff are highschoolers. It is absolutely incredible to me how many of them lack any social skills what-so-ever. Just getting them to keep their cell phone in their pocket long enough to do the simplest of tasks is one of the hardest of tasks. Much less getting them to understand the concept that their tips are based on quality of service and not a given right. The problem is that their parents take car of all their expenses, call in for them when they don't want to work. Don't get me wrong, it's not all of the kids. We have some really great ones that will go on to make a real difference on this planet. But most of them just come in, stand around and socialize, and expect to make money. The idea of the work ethic is gone. Why should they work? They ask Mom and Dad and they get whatever they want because Mom and Dad don't want to hurt their feelings. From the time I was 15, my parents fed me and gave me a place to sleep. Anything else was up to me. I paid for my first car, the repairs, my clothes, and alot of my school supplies. My bosses loved me!

Well, NASCAR has certainly come along way from those early Junior Johnson days. It is hard to believe that all started as a competition for moonshine drivers. I heard that Junior Johnson required that his car be equipped with a cigarette lighter.

My feelings about NASCAR is that is has become far too corporate. The whole "win on Sunday, sell on Monday" aspect of stock cars is all but gone. Really, you can't even tell the Chevy's from the Toyota's, they're all basically the same car. But it's still fun to watch and racing is racing.

BTW, when do you think they will change the name to the "Hendrick Cup"?

. There are modders and there are waxers. Guess which one I am.......... [/quote]

I like them fast AND pretty :thumbleft:

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Small unmarked bills.

I have heard great things about Zaino. I will probably give it a shot this spring. Knowing me, I'll splurge for the whole bag of tricks. Although, currently, I have great luck with Turtle wax "Ice". The synthetic stuff just seems to pop alot more than "wax". IMHO. But, the best thing I ever used is some stuff in can called "Liquid Glass". The name doesn't lie. Trouble is to get it to last I have to do about three coats with about 4hrs to cure between coats. The can has a picture of a '67 vert on it so it has to be good, right?

Yeah, so I just blew a or both rear speakers. I have the premium bose system for '96. I really don't want to replace the whole system. My question is basically what requirements do the new speakers have to meet? Wattage, two way, three way, etc. I checked on the little computer at Best Buy. It gave me several options in the way of 61/2 in. speakers. I read where 6x9's might fit? That would be great if they did.

That's all fine and good, but it was also announced that due to a shortage of a certain additive, gasoline production will slow down. This may drive the price to $3.50 per gallon in the very near future. The effect this will have on the average American will negate any stimulus package, which is too little too late anyway. The interest rate cut will only help the forunate few that still have their holmes, but will probably lose them after they refi and the rates go back up this summer.

And of course the credit card companies (a.k.a. loan sharks) will still be commiting usuary upon the American public. The $600 I will be getting from G.W. will probably be just enough to pay the bankruptcy lawyer.

If we want to improve the economic situation, we need to cap gasoline prices. The oil company profits are over inflated and they can afford it. Then we need to put the reins on the credit industry. Americans are drowning in debt, 30%-40% of which are fees and rediculous finance charges imposed upon their victims, I mean "customers".

Well, I am pretty enthusiastic about the lt4. It'll do alot more than I can afford the ticket for to be sure. The real problem is traction. Last season was my first time at the strip. My best run was 13.8, now that was spinning the tires through 2nd gear and a bit of fishtailing. I had never drag raced a manual before so this is a learning process. BTW my trap speed was 106mph.

That being said, about the only thing I really want to do is to push the rollers to a 1.7, 52mm TB, and headers. I don't know what the #'s would be, but I bet it will be fun. Basically, I'm pretty good with a wrench but no professional, so going any deeper than the valve covers scares me a bit.

I posted this thought on the "other" forum and got mostly affirmative results. I have an lt4, stock. I have read about putting 1.7 rollers to add lift. From everything I have found, this should be a pretty simple deal. I know I will need new studs and guide plates. As I understand, my stock springs, pushrods and lifters should be okay to handle it. What I do not know is where to find them. The only thing I can find are for lsx's or big blocks. Will lsx rollers work on an lt4?

While skeptical, I will hold judgement until it's complete. I admire his creativity and he seems to be doing well with fit. This can't be easy. One never knows, perhaps the sum of the parts will equal a cool ride.

I think I found it. It appears that the exhaust was centered when it was reinstalled. There is a small dent in the center muffler right where there is a bolt. I think that either the springs are stretched are just not tightened down completely. Either way there is just enough movement.

Since the car rolls fine, drives fine, and handles well, I am voting for the exhaust. The shocks are probably a contributing factor as well.

Thanks for your responses. I'm going to get under her again tomorrow, weather permitting. I am hoping for the exhaust scenario. It almost sounds like there might be a break in the pipe somewhere under the car. The guy that put in the magnaflow under the car was not exactly a "graduated top of the class" kind of guy. So a failing weld is not out of the question.

Is there a way to check for the c-clip without dis-assembly? This is a situation that scares me as it happened to me once in an old Monte, the rear axle just slipped right out, not fun!

Yes, it's called the c-beam. It appears to be bolted firmly in place from what I can tell.

I too come via path of that other forum. I noticed some the people that have joined here and respect and am grateful for their expertise.

Okay, this is one of those "I have a funny noise" posts. 1996 lt4, about 54K on the clock, stock aside from elims and replaced resonator. The "noise" is more of a vibration and feels/sounds like some one is under the car pounding on the floor board with a hammer. It was first noticed after I had some tranny work done. (By my brother at a dealership, great tech, lots of experience, very thourough) It started by occurring only when making a right turn.(never on left turns) Now it does it once in a while in a straight line low to moderate acceleration, and a little bit at cruising. My concern is that it seems to be progressive. My first thought was wheel bearing, but today I noticed it at idle just a tad. So now I'm lost.
BTW, I did notice that I had lost the exhaust hanger on the left side, replaced it, but the noise is still there.

All right, there is the scenario. I know that this could be a multitude of things. I am looking for a trouble shooting checklist. I don't want to throw a bunch of "that wasn't it" parts at it. I did lift up the rear and do a visual and everything looked all right, but you know how that goes.