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Old May 8, 2011 | 04:36 PM
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I'm looking for web based / PDFs of technical diagrams, specs, etc Where can I go to get that? Zip-corvette.com has some but I'm hoping for something more complete.
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Pretty sure Willcox Corvette do some CD based AIMS that are searchable etc.

You may find other stuff that you need via Google etc. Lots of info out there.
Good luck!
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Rather a vague request, if I'm honest. You might want to narrow down what tech info in particular you're in search of.
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Good point skunkworks, but I am looking for a general - all purpose repository of information. For example: Im tearing into the steering mechanism. Zip-corvette has some, but not all assembly drawings.
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Originally Posted by '77 DomOnicDave
I'm looking for web based / PDFs of technical diagrams, specs, etc Where can I go to get that? Zip-corvette.com has some but I'm hoping for something more complete.
One good source of information is on the screen right above this message. Click on the "Other" link in the red bar and there is a lot of good information.
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You need the Assembly Instruction Manual (AIM) for your model year car and you need a copy of the Chevrolet Chassis Service Manual. Anything else is just duplication.
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Old May 9, 2011 | 08:07 AM
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Dave,when you say web based,does that mean free ? If so I doubt there is any one place where you'll find everything. CF probably will have the most but you might have to some searching.


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You need the Assembly Instruction Manual (AIM) for your model year car and you need a copy of the Chevrolet Chassis Service Manual. Anything else is just duplication.
except with the duplication comment.
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Poke about here. I am surprised Binnie (WebMaster) has not jumped in. He drives a 1977.

http://corvettec3.ca/index.htm

Or the old standby.


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These can be helpful.


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Originally Posted by Easy Mike
These can be helpful.


Ditto
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Re. my "duplication" comment. I have yet to find any reference books (regarding operation and assembly) having better information than the AIM and Chevy Service Manual. If you know of any, I'm listening....
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I was thinking of the aftermarket vacuum and electrical diagrams , they are so much better than anything GM produced.
They begged to be duplicated !
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http://corvette.wikia.com/wiki/Corvette_Wiki

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Originally Posted by Easy Mike
These can be helpful.


Can you still buy these? eBay? Suppliers? This is a new one to me.
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The CD Aim is the way to go.. But we have a tone of items on the web site under the Repair and install help section. It is searchable by the year too..

http://willcoxcorvette.com/advanced_...t+%23&x=44&y=9

And.. what are you needing help with.. that may give me an idea for another project for that part of the site.

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