Actually I've done 99.9% of the entire restification solo 
One guy can't do it???
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Burning Brakes
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From: San Antonio Texas
One guy can't do it???
thinking of diving in to some aggressive projects on my C3. i live in a rural area and have to do it all myself. no one around to help. just wondering. is there anything one guy can't do or at least can't do safely on a C3. for example, i've been told it's almost impossible for one person to install the hood alone. true? anything else one guy couldn't reasonably do? thanks.
Drifting
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From: Ontario
one determined guy can do anything!. Example... I hung my hood from the ceiling of my garage by the rear latches. Then simply positioned the front of the hood over the hinges and installed the bolts...done.
Next challenge?
Next challenge?
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2004
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From: Cruising somewhere in St. Louis, Missouri
It can be done...I have done hoods, engines, transmissions, interiors, superchargers ect...in a one car garage.
I see no problem with the light weight hoods by yourself.
Jim
I see no problem with the light weight hoods by yourself.
Jim
Drifting
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From: midlothian texas
[QUOTE=luerja;1558894428]It can be done...I have done hoods, engines, transmissions, interiors, superchargers ect...in a one car garage.
don't try to put the Keisler 5 speed in by yourself . if you follow the direction it will not work with just one guy . but you can remove the engine enough to move it forward 2 inches and get it to fit perfect by yourself . been there done that . it's still the best thing for a c3 you can do especially at 75 mph or above and your wallet .
ntq
don't try to put the Keisler 5 speed in by yourself . if you follow the direction it will not work with just one guy . but you can remove the engine enough to move it forward 2 inches and get it to fit perfect by yourself . been there done that . it's still the best thing for a c3 you can do especially at 75 mph or above and your wallet .
ntq
Drifting
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From: midlothian texas
[QUOTE=Hogwild;1558894556]
by the way the hood is easy just be sure to tape your fenders to prevent a scratch .
It can be done...I have done hoods, engines, transmissions, interiors, superchargers ect...in a one car garage.
don't try to put the Keisler 5 speed in by yourself . if you follow the direction it will not work with just one guy . but you can remove the engine enough to move it forward 2 inches and get it to fit perfect by yourself . been there done that . it's still the best thing for a c3 you can do especially at 75 mph or above and your wallet .
ntq
don't try to put the Keisler 5 speed in by yourself . if you follow the direction it will not work with just one guy . but you can remove the engine enough to move it forward 2 inches and get it to fit perfect by yourself . been there done that . it's still the best thing for a c3 you can do especially at 75 mph or above and your wallet .
ntq
Le Mans Master
Joined: Jan 2006
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From: Boca Raton Florida
Body off was a challenge, but with some head scratchin I got it done. Putting it back on will take a bit more thinkin. front clip I see as being the hardest one man job or so it looks
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Former Vendor
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From: Mounds View Minnesota
Of course!
The only thing I can't do by myself is bleed the brakes...Oh wait, you can with a power bleeder...
I've done engines, transmissions, doors, hoods, rear end.
I'm convinced I could lift the body too if need be...
You do need to be more carefull and build more fixtures etc, but it can be done
Racer
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From: Colorado Springs Colorado
just remember safety...good jack stands, eye protection and keep a cell phone in your pocket in case you get in a jam (assuming it will work where you are).
I have done all my work solo - engine, pulled th400 2x, put in a tko600, rear, hood, brakes, etc....
Dont be in a hurry and think before you act...
Cheers,
Crunch
I have done all my work solo - engine, pulled th400 2x, put in a tko600, rear, hood, brakes, etc....
Dont be in a hurry and think before you act...
Cheers,
Crunch
Instructor
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From: Henderson Ky
you can do anything with a few tools and some common sense. i just installed an entire step side bed(fenders and all) on a 70 chevy short bed pick up by myself with an engine hoist. just take your time you can figure it out.
Drifting
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From: Sault Ste. Marie Ontario
I agree with all the above "solo" comments. Sure you can do it, but wouldn't it be better to make some friends?
It's a lot more fun drinking beer and working on the vette with your buddies.
It's a lot more fun drinking beer and working on the vette with your buddies.
Instructor
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From: Henderson Ky
Le Mans Master
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From: Ann Arbor Michigan
To clear the upper a-arm, you need to slide the rad and the shroud down together. It is possible to do it yourself, but it's much easier with two.