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Banished squeaks from my top today. First remove the trim from the windshield header. Next, loosen the mounts on the top itself, front and rear. Next, snug the top down normally, but leave the front and rear bolts finger tight. Then loosen both front windshield mounts (the part on the windshield frame itself). Then take […] More »

You can make the LT1 \’92-\’94 Optispark setup more reliable than a �95-�96, even with the early distributor configuration. Buy a $12 \’96 GM Vette distributor vacuum harness assy. Buy a $4 clear plastic fuel filter. Buy a $3 tube of premium black Permatex RTV, because it withstands the highest temps. Reserve a long day […] More »

When replacing the outer window seal it is not necessary to remove the door panel. Simply hold the new weatherstrip up to the old one still on the door. Mark the clip locations with masking tape on the side of the door so you won\’t have to guess where they are. Also note the three […] More »

1st Step: Wash and dry your vehicle. 2nd: Use a toothpick, matchstick or brush to apply manufacturers touch-up paint (purchased at your auto dealership or auto parts store). Allow it to dry to the touch � typically 45-90 minutes up to 3-4 days. This will leave the typical \”blob\” of touch-up paint visible on the […] More »

At the Hooters Cruise-In today, I learned the following SIMPLE way to paint your Front & Rear “Corvette” Lettering: Items Needed: Mineral Spirits Lint Free Cloth or Wipes Enamel Spray Paint (Pick your Color) Masking Tape Procedure: Clean the lettering with Mineral Spirits. If you are removing existing lettering, make sure to get all the […] More »

Ive been a motor head for 45 years…IM a detailer, waxer…. and generally really anal about my cars… one nick.. stone chip upsets me..Anyway after so many years .. yesterday i tried something on my C5 that impressed me…. anyway here it the simple tech tip… To fix a chip.. you have to clean out […] More »

I posted this fix several years ago, but it was lost in the software upgrade… When My C5 was new the e brake barely worked,, I took it to the dealer, and was told that brakes are a wear item and that I would have to pay for new shoes.. the car had less than […] More »