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Old Dec 9, 2014 | 05:35 PM
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Here are just a few of the threads from this forum that have been especially helpful to me since I have purchased my C3... I plan on adding to this thread as I found other threads that where significantly helpful....Thanks to all that post.. This forum can be very helpful. No particular order......R

10 rules to buying your C3 Vette
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-corvette.html

Casting number locations info for engines etc.
http://www.mcjackscorvettes.com/facts/general.htm

How to post photos
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...e-options.html

Important info to have
http://www.camaros.org/AIM.shtml
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-question.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-c3-owner.html

Restoration Cost
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ion-costs.html

Insurance for your C3
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...y-looking.html

Lip seal VS O-ring for brake calipers
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...ults-only.html

Headlight vacuum issues
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...tem-works.html

Interior restoration
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-a-79-a-2.html

C3 and 18 inch wheels
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...thread-19.html

Tire size calculator
http://www.rimsntires.com/specspro.jsp

Rebuild vacuum relays for headlights and wiper door
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...buildable.html

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...r-issues-2.htm
I will add to this thread as informative topics arise...

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Great idea...this has sticky potential
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May I suggest adding this to your list under "Important info to have"?
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How about the "Sticky" on posting pictures?
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May I suggest adding this to your list under "Important info to have"?
Done!
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How about the "Sticky" on posting pictures?
Added!
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Old Dec 10, 2014 | 04:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Street Rat
How about the "Sticky" on posting pictures?
Already is a sticky - I co-wrote it

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...e-options.html

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