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Old 01-18-2005, 03:39 PM
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What are some must have's, that every corvette owner and their vette need to have?
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1973 454

Also, I would say a good illustrated corvette assembly manual. I bought a reproduction assembly manual for my 1973 and it has been one of the most beneficial books for reference for taking things apart, and putting them back together again. In the proper place.

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lots of tools and a cell phone
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lots of tools and a cell phone
but most important, good brakes
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4 Post Lift & AAA Membership. Also, VISA & MasterCards are also most helpful
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All of the above--

a big block

good books

good tools

a cellphone

. . . .and a friend to come give you a ride.
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Cell phone, spare belts, tools (sockets, boc wrenches, screwdriver), can of Fix a Flat, truck and car trailer.
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What are some must have's, that every corvette owner and their vette need to have?
A good woman, plenty of beer, and lots of bucks!
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And lot's of time
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CF of course.
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an understanding wife, and one of those little mini fridges in the garage
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Originally Posted by kdf1986


1973 454

Also, I would say a good illustrated corvette assembly manual. I bought a reproduction assembly manual for my 1973 and it has been one of the most beneficial books for reference for taking things apart, and putting them back together again. In the proper place.

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and a digital camera, for before and after pics.
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What are some must have's, that every corvette owner and their vette need to have?
Quality time together
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New leaf spring hanger bolts (assuming the car is new to you).
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What are some must have's, that every corvette owner and their vette need to have?
LARS!!!
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