Introduction and first question
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Introduction and first question
Hello,
I just bought our first Corvette, a 72 L-48, 4 speed car for my wife and we're pretty excited about the upcoming delivery. I'm traditionally a Ford guy, but more than that, we're just car folks. We have a 32 Ford pickup and a rotisserie-restored 66 Mustang convertible. Looking forward to learning all about these orange-engined classics. I know I'll learn lots here, and hope I can contribute in general restoration techniques when I can.
Okay, first question. We don't have the car yet, but in looking at pictures, I notice the climate control panel on the console has two wheels that appear to point to the same label in the center. What do the two wheels do? Is this really dual zone climate control? 40 years ago?
Okay, two questions. Seller claims the wiper door operates, but wipers don't. Where should I start with the troubleshooting when it gets here?
Thanks in advance,
Mark
BTW, Mberglo is a more convenient way to spell Emberglo, which is the color of my 66 Mustang.
I just bought our first Corvette, a 72 L-48, 4 speed car for my wife and we're pretty excited about the upcoming delivery. I'm traditionally a Ford guy, but more than that, we're just car folks. We have a 32 Ford pickup and a rotisserie-restored 66 Mustang convertible. Looking forward to learning all about these orange-engined classics. I know I'll learn lots here, and hope I can contribute in general restoration techniques when I can.
Okay, first question. We don't have the car yet, but in looking at pictures, I notice the climate control panel on the console has two wheels that appear to point to the same label in the center. What do the two wheels do? Is this really dual zone climate control? 40 years ago?
Okay, two questions. Seller claims the wiper door operates, but wipers don't. Where should I start with the troubleshooting when it gets here?
Thanks in advance,
Mark
BTW, Mberglo is a more convenient way to spell Emberglo, which is the color of my 66 Mustang.
Racer
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From: NAPLES FLORIDA
The left wheel chooses the function...a/c...heat..defrost...whatever..the 2nd wheel is temperature.....
Id start with the fuse...then the wiring...then the motor...etc..
Best of luck with your car...and this is the place to find answers...lots of guys on this forum forgot more about Corvettes than I'll ever know...
RR
Id start with the fuse...then the wiring...then the motor...etc..
Best of luck with your car...and this is the place to find answers...lots of guys on this forum forgot more about Corvettes than I'll ever know...
RR
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Welcome to the hobby.
One of the two wheels controls temp-hot/cold, the other which duct the air comes out, defrost, floor etc. Nothing exotic.
The wiper door is vacuum operated, the wipers are electric. Possibly the valve that ensures that the wipers are 'home' before the door closes is jammed or misadjusted.
Get a troubleshooting guide to isolate the correct component.
One of the two wheels controls temp-hot/cold, the other which duct the air comes out, defrost, floor etc. Nothing exotic.
The wiper door is vacuum operated, the wipers are electric. Possibly the valve that ensures that the wipers are 'home' before the door closes is jammed or misadjusted.
Get a troubleshooting guide to isolate the correct component.
Melting Slicks
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From: Westminster Maryland
Welcome to the forum! BTW, I just hauled home a 66 emberglo metallic coupe for my buddy! It has a 289 2bbl, 3 speed on the floor. It is a two owner car, and has been restored once. Nice shape, but the paint was not done well last time. I do love the color! Let's hope your new corvette makes you want to leave the Mustang in the garage 
Team Owner
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Hi Mark,
72.... NICE!!!!
If you're going to be doing some 'tending' on your new car (even if you're not) I'd like to suggest you buy a couple of books.
First, the GM CHASSIS SERVICE MANUAL, which is the book the techs at the dealers used. There's one for each model year.
Second, the AIM, the ASSEMBLY INSNSTRUCTION MANUAL, which was used on the production line in St. Louis. There's one for each model year.
Third, the 72 OWNERS MANUAL; it might be in the glove box, but if not they are available in reprints.
Many of the larger vendors, as well as the NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) bookstore, carry all three.
The trouble shooting guide that Mike mentioned will be a help to you with the vacuum operated headlight and wiper compartment doors. I like the one from a vendor named Dr. Rebuild.
GOOD LUCK!!!
Regards,
Alan
2 in a row from Westminster!!!! The CORVETTE CAPITAL of... well, Carroll County. Hi David!
72.... NICE!!!!
If you're going to be doing some 'tending' on your new car (even if you're not) I'd like to suggest you buy a couple of books.
First, the GM CHASSIS SERVICE MANUAL, which is the book the techs at the dealers used. There's one for each model year.
Second, the AIM, the ASSEMBLY INSNSTRUCTION MANUAL, which was used on the production line in St. Louis. There's one for each model year.
Third, the 72 OWNERS MANUAL; it might be in the glove box, but if not they are available in reprints.
Many of the larger vendors, as well as the NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) bookstore, carry all three.
The trouble shooting guide that Mike mentioned will be a help to you with the vacuum operated headlight and wiper compartment doors. I like the one from a vendor named Dr. Rebuild.
GOOD LUCK!!!
Regards,
Alan
2 in a row from Westminster!!!! The CORVETTE CAPITAL of... well, Carroll County. Hi David!
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Gonna break the streak on this...
Welcome aboard Mberglo;
Fixing the wipers won't be a problem! There is plenty of info on this forum and on our site. http://willcoxcorvette.com/repairand...elp.php?hID=95
Willcox
Welcome aboard Mberglo;
Fixing the wipers won't be a problem! There is plenty of info on this forum and on our site. http://willcoxcorvette.com/repairand...elp.php?hID=95
Willcox
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Thanks for the replies. I've already ordered those three books. Goal isn't to leave the Mustang in the garage, but rather to take both cars to local cruise-ins and car shows. Kind of a mixed marriage. 
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Gonna break the streak on this...
Welcome aboard Mberglo;
Fixing the wipers won't be a problem! There is plenty of info on this forum and on our site. http://willcoxcorvette.com/repairand...elp.php?hID=95
Willcox
Welcome aboard Mberglo;
Fixing the wipers won't be a problem! There is plenty of info on this forum and on our site. http://willcoxcorvette.com/repairand...elp.php?hID=95
Willcox
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Hello,
I just bought our first Corvette, a 72 L-48, 4 speed car for my wife and we're pretty excited about the upcoming delivery. I'm traditionally a Ford guy, but more than that, we're just car folks. We have a 32 Ford pickup and a rotisserie-restored 66 Mustang convertible. Looking forward to learning all about these orange-engined classics. I know I'll learn lots here, and hope I can contribute in general restoration techniques when I can.
Okay, first question. We don't have the car yet, but in looking at pictures, I notice the climate control panel on the console has two wheels that appear to point to the same label in the center. What do the two wheels do? Is this really dual zone climate control? 40 years ago?
Okay, two questions. Seller claims the wiper door operates, but wipers don't. Where should I start with the troubleshooting when it gets here?
Thanks in advance,
Mark
BTW, Mberglo is a more convenient way to spell Emberglo, which is the color of my 66 Mustang.
I just bought our first Corvette, a 72 L-48, 4 speed car for my wife and we're pretty excited about the upcoming delivery. I'm traditionally a Ford guy, but more than that, we're just car folks. We have a 32 Ford pickup and a rotisserie-restored 66 Mustang convertible. Looking forward to learning all about these orange-engined classics. I know I'll learn lots here, and hope I can contribute in general restoration techniques when I can.
Okay, first question. We don't have the car yet, but in looking at pictures, I notice the climate control panel on the console has two wheels that appear to point to the same label in the center. What do the two wheels do? Is this really dual zone climate control? 40 years ago?
Okay, two questions. Seller claims the wiper door operates, but wipers don't. Where should I start with the troubleshooting when it gets here?
Thanks in advance,
Mark
BTW, Mberglo is a more convenient way to spell Emberglo, which is the color of my 66 Mustang.
You might want to join the N.C.R.S located at www.ncrs.org
1 million & 1 questions & then some, that you may have are usually answered here !!!
Drifting
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Welcome to the forum. I am surprised no one has asked you to post pictures yet. So i will be the first one to ask. Please post pics of the car when you get it. I would love to see some shots next to the mustang.
Burning Brakes
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From: Abingdon MD
Hi Mark,
72.... NICE!!!!
If you're going to be doing some 'tending' on your new car (even if you're not) I'd like to suggest you buy a couple of books.
First, the GM CHASSIS SERVICE MANUAL, which is the book the techs at the dealers used. There's one for each model year.
Second, the AIM, the ASSEMBLY INSNSTRUCTION MANUAL, which was used on the production line in St. Louis. There's one for each model year.
Third, the 72 OWNERS MANUAL; it might be in the glove box, but if not they are available in reprints.
Many of the larger vendors, as well as the NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) bookstore, carry all three.
The trouble shooting guide that Mike mentioned will be a help to you with the vacuum operated headlight and wiper compartment doors. I like the one from a vendor named Dr. Rebuild.
GOOD LUCK!!!
Regards,
Alan
2 in a row from Westminster!!!! The CORVETTE CAPITAL of... well, Carroll County. Hi David!
72.... NICE!!!!
If you're going to be doing some 'tending' on your new car (even if you're not) I'd like to suggest you buy a couple of books.
First, the GM CHASSIS SERVICE MANUAL, which is the book the techs at the dealers used. There's one for each model year.
Second, the AIM, the ASSEMBLY INSNSTRUCTION MANUAL, which was used on the production line in St. Louis. There's one for each model year.
Third, the 72 OWNERS MANUAL; it might be in the glove box, but if not they are available in reprints.
Many of the larger vendors, as well as the NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) bookstore, carry all three.
The trouble shooting guide that Mike mentioned will be a help to you with the vacuum operated headlight and wiper compartment doors. I like the one from a vendor named Dr. Rebuild.
GOOD LUCK!!!
Regards,
Alan
2 in a row from Westminster!!!! The CORVETTE CAPITAL of... well, Carroll County. Hi David!
I would add a fourth book to Alan71's list: The Bible! And start praying.
Seriously, welcome to the Forum.
You know, all Mustangs wanna be Corvettes when they grow up!! Wuz gonna refer you to Willcox, but I see he has already chimed in.
Rickman
Prayer is a 'good' thing....and often necessary when one has a bad day in the garage. 
