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Old Jun 21, 2011 | 09:04 PM
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Just signed on, new member. Will be picking up my first corvette tomorrow. 1979 l82 4 speed. So excited, I can't sleep. Weather forcast is thunder storms, any suggestions what the 1st thing I should do sitting in the garage, wax it??
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Old Jun 21, 2011 | 10:15 PM
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Welcome! Congrats on the 'vette. First thing I would recommend is to pull all the wheels and inspect entire brake system for leaks. Enjoy!
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 01:09 AM
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Welcome, Optiman. You'll find this site full of great info!!!! Enjoy your new toy!
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Welcome aboard. 1st think to do is take some pictures and post them, we love pictures. Enjoy.
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One more classic Corvette here, like it! Pictures please, as soon as possible!
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 10:06 AM
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start replacing everything that is original rubber.i am new also,not to the planet,and have found bad hoses bushings and seals everywhere.check the tire born on date too. good luck
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Old Jun 22, 2011 | 10:24 AM
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Welcome and congrats, learn to use the search forum above, it will give you lots of info on what to do, to check out your car.
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Originally Posted by optiman
...any suggestions what the 1st thing I should do sitting in the garage...?
Wait until it's in the garage. That done, I'm sure you will not run short of ideas about what to do next.

Welcome.

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Welcome, Optiman. You'll find this site full of great info!!!! Enjoy your new toy!
nice to have you aboard. loads of information and knowledgeable people willing to share what they know.
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