[C2] C2 prferences
05-25-2018, 12:55 AM
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The big block can be tossed around corners every bit as easy as the small block. I've owned both and found this view that small blocks handle better than big blocks to be a bogus argument by small block guys to justify their car (when they don't need to). I spent years racing Formula Fords and Super Vees and know a little bit about how cars handle at speed.
Perhaps some contemporary words: "Equipped with the 327, the '65's front-to-rear weight distribution was 47/53% and with the 396, 51/49. However, test reports indicated very little difference in handling between the two." From "Corvette - An American Classic"
Perhaps some contemporary words: "Equipped with the 327, the '65's front-to-rear weight distribution was 47/53% and with the 396, 51/49. However, test reports indicated very little difference in handling between the two." From "Corvette - An American Classic"
That's what makes the hobby so much fun; for every guy who loves a mouse motor, there's a rat enthusiast just waiting to prove his setup is better. There's no right answer, its just personal preference. And I lied. I'd like having a big block at least a couple days a week.
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05-25-2018, 07:04 AM
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Melting Slicks
My two favorite cars growing up were a 55 Chevy Belair and a 67 Corvette Coupe. I have too many toys and not enough garage space to own more than one car at a time. I had my 55 Chevy, sold it and now I have my 67 Corvette. I can die a happy man!
05-25-2018, 01:26 PM
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Can we agree that the '67 BB 'Stinger Hood' is the most iconic hood ever put on a Vette ? or any car for that matter ?
05-25-2018, 01:31 PM
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Nope! Clutters up the basic design of the car. '65 SB hood is much cleaner.
05-25-2018, 01:41 PM
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05-25-2018, 01:46 PM
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05-25-2018, 02:47 PM
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The 65/66 big block hood was an awkward design that put a lot of rounded surfaces on a car defined by its edges. The contrasting color of the 67 Stinger hood is what draws the eye to the car and emphasizes the power bulge. It may be the single best styling feature on any C2. Put a 67 Big block next to any other C2 and it seems like that other C2 is missing something.
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05-25-2018, 03:04 PM
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No way! The iconic side exhaust with cover is the most interesting styling feature on any C2!
Period! End of sentence and paragraph!
Period! End of sentence and paragraph!
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05-25-2018, 03:34 PM
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2023 C2 of the Year Finalist - Unmodified
2019 C2 of Year Finalist (stock)
2015 C2 of the Year Finalist
With upfront apologies to the OP I agree with Mike. There are other areas on this site for chit chat and non-technical posts full of subjective content that I don't care about. I'm here ostensibly to learn and to help when I can. I save banter over who likes what styling for a restaurant or bar. Here that sort of thing never ends without acrimony. Besides, no one considering a C2 needs to hear from you (or me) on what we "like" better, its much like arguing over boxers vs. briefs and i'm not interested in anyone's opinions on that either.
No offense intended, just being honest.
Dan
05-25-2018, 05:44 PM
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The 65/66 big block hood was an awkward design that put a lot of rounded surfaces on a car defined by its edges. The contrasting color of the 67 Stinger hood is what draws the eye to the car and emphasizes the power bulge. It may be the single best styling feature on any C2. Put a 67 Big block next to any other C2 and it seems like that other C2 is missing something.
05-25-2018, 05:57 PM
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The 65/66 big block hood was an awkward design that put a lot of rounded surfaces on a car defined by its edges. The contrasting color of the 67 Stinger hood is what draws the eye to the car and emphasizes the power bulge. It may be the single best styling feature on any C2. Put a 67 Big block next to any other C2 and it seems like that other C2 is missing something.
And I prefer brunettes to blondes.....
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05-25-2018, 06:10 PM
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05-25-2018, 08:59 PM
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