New to the fourm
Thread Starter
3rd Gear
Joined: May 2016
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
New to the fourm
Hey Guys Im new to the fourm and i have a 68 non matching numbers project car that runs and drives it has a 454 that is rebuilt with a 4 speed im still searching for some misc trim and interior parts and would like some input on adding power brakes, power steering and ac to this car , im located in kennesaw Ga thanks
2026 Loser of the Year
Joined: Sep 2013
Posts: 36,599
Likes: 7,046
From: New Or-leens Loo-z-anna
Welcome! If you have the extra cash let expert members advise you on which parts to buy. If you are on a monthly budget concentrate on one area of the car at a time.
Power brakes might be the easiest modification to start with if you do the work yourself.....it's a weekend job for a rookie like me.
Power brakes might be the easiest modification to start with if you do the work yourself.....it's a weekend job for a rookie like me.
Thread Starter
3rd Gear
Joined: May 2016
Posts: 3
Likes: 0
Welcome! If you have the extra cash let expert members advise you on which parts to buy. If you are on a monthly budget concentrate on one area of the car at a time.
Power brakes might be the easiest modification to start with if you do the work yourself.....it's a weekend job for a rookie like me.
Power brakes might be the easiest modification to start with if you do the work yourself.....it's a weekend job for a rookie like me.
Kool, im originally from Amite La just north of hammond ,thanks
Team Owner
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 31,278
Likes: 4,372
From: Westminster Maryland
Hi Vc,
Welcome!
You might want to consider obtaining the catalogues that are are offered by Corvette Central, Zip Products, and Paragon Corvette Reproductions.
Having these to look through will help you understand what's available in reproduction and service parts and help you to decide if you should buy used parts or reproduction parts for the things you need for your car.
Also, I don't know if you know about the ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION MANUAL and CHASSIS SERVICE MANUAL for your 68. Many folks find them both pretty useful and worth their cost.
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
Welcome!
You might want to consider obtaining the catalogues that are are offered by Corvette Central, Zip Products, and Paragon Corvette Reproductions.
Having these to look through will help you understand what's available in reproduction and service parts and help you to decide if you should buy used parts or reproduction parts for the things you need for your car.
Also, I don't know if you know about the ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION MANUAL and CHASSIS SERVICE MANUAL for your 68. Many folks find them both pretty useful and worth their cost.
Good Luck!
Regards,
Alan
Is my vette stock?? HAHA
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 20,216
Likes: 9,354
From: Im not allowed to tell you
2020 C3 of the Year Finalist - Modified
2020 Corvette of the Year Finalist (performance mods)
2019 C3 of Year Winner (performance mods)
2016 C3 of Year Finalist
While yor replacing the steering you might want to put in a tilt column. Im doind a kitchen remodel then buildng a garage for my vette right now, but an ididit column and 64cc 202 heads are next on my list. For my 68. I love the GIGANTIC steering wheel and want to keep it but getting in and out is actual work.
Corvette Stories
The Best of Corvette for Corvette Enthusiasts
Top 10 Most Expensive Corvettes Ever Sold on Bring A Trailer
Brett Foote
10 Things Every Corvette Owner Needs (2026 Edition)
Michael S. Palmer
8 Most "Only Corvette Owners Understand" Quirks and Problems
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Reasons the C6 Z06 is Still A Performance Benchmark After 20 Years
Joe Kucinski
How Much Horsepower Every Corvette Engine "LOST" in 1972
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 DOs and DON'Ts for Protecting Your Convertible Top!
Michael S. Palmer
Top 10 Most Explosive Corvettes Ever Made: Power-to-Weight Ratio Ranked!
Joe Kucinski
150 hp to 1,250 hp: Every Corvette Generation Compared by the Specs That Matter
Joe Kucinski
8 Coolest Corvette Pace Cars (and Replicas) of All Time
Verdad Gallardo
Race Director
Joined: Aug 2004
Posts: 10,628
Likes: 132
From: Duvall, WA
Look at Vintage Air for AC and Borgeson for power steering. You might driving it around for a while with the non-assisted brakes to see if you can get used to them. My original intent was to go with power-assisted brakes, but after driving around for a while without them, I realized there was no point.
Last edited by rcread; May 16, 2016 at 03:11 PM.
Race Director
Joined: Jan 2000
Posts: 13,018
Likes: 2,262
From: Corsicana, Tx
2020 C2 of the Year - Modified Winner
2020 Corvette of the Year (performance mods)
C2 of Year Winner (performance mods) 2019
2017 C2 of Year Finalist
You're going to have some fun. Heck you've already got a big block and a 4 speed!!
I would also drive it some with manual brakes to see how you like them. I've got manuals and they stop great. Adding a power booster...either vacuum or hydraulic assist just makes an alrteady tight engine compartment even tighter. PS does it make it nice if you want it. I'd definitely do a Borgeson conversion vs the original stuff. I'd use one of the later style P/S pumps that is smaller and neater. Aftermarket A/C is much cleaner under hood than factory...so definitely the way to go.
JIM
I would also drive it some with manual brakes to see how you like them. I've got manuals and they stop great. Adding a power booster...either vacuum or hydraulic assist just makes an alrteady tight engine compartment even tighter. PS does it make it nice if you want it. I'd definitely do a Borgeson conversion vs the original stuff. I'd use one of the later style P/S pumps that is smaller and neater. Aftermarket A/C is much cleaner under hood than factory...so definitely the way to go.
JIM
Drifting
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 1,857
Likes: 332
From: Cartersville GA
Welcome from just north of you in Cartersville Ga....I have a '72 small block with manual brakes that they stop great...As others have suggested drive it for awhile and then decide about the brakes. Power steering and AC were must on my list when I bought my car....I still have to get the AC working but the parts are there. I'll send you a PM with the cheapest place to buy parts I have found so far in the North Ga area.
Good luck...
Brian
Good luck...
Brian
Melting Slicks
Joined: Dec 2015
Posts: 3,181
Likes: 732
From: Texas City, TX Texas
While yor replacing the steering you might want to put in a tilt column. Im doind a kitchen remodel then buildng a garage for my vette right now, but an ididit column and 64cc 202 heads are next on my list. For my 68. I love the GIGANTIC steering wheel and want to keep it but getting in and out is actual work.
Is my vette stock?? HAHA
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 20,216
Likes: 9,354
From: Im not allowed to tell you
2020 C3 of the Year Finalist - Modified
2020 Corvette of the Year Finalist (performance mods)
2019 C3 of Year Winner (performance mods)
2016 C3 of Year Finalist
Is my vette stock?? HAHA
Joined: Oct 2015
Posts: 20,216
Likes: 9,354
From: Im not allowed to tell you
2020 C3 of the Year Finalist - Modified
2020 Corvette of the Year Finalist (performance mods)
2019 C3 of Year Winner (performance mods)
2016 C3 of Year Finalist
68 doesn't have an ignition switch on the column and there is something else on how it mounts or something. I asked a while ago and got shot down. Ive forgotten the multiple reasons but its just part of the 68 mystique. Its only $700.00 or so with the adapters for the original wheel. But its cheaper than an original tele that goes for $1000.00 and needs rebuilding. I need the tilt as im getting older, wider and stiffer.
Drifting
Joined: Jul 2015
Posts: 1,765
Likes: 254
From: Catlett VA
Hey Guys Im new to the fourm and i have a 68 non matching numbers project car that runs and drives it has a 454 that is rebuilt with a 4 speed im still searching for some misc trim and interior parts and would like some input on adding power brakes, power steering and ac to this car , im located in kennesaw Ga thanks
RA
Race Director
Joined: Nov 2006
Posts: 19,445
Likes: 353
From: Athens GA
St. Jude Donor '12-'13, '15- '16-'17-'18-'19, '21
Welcome to the forum.........
I am on the other side of Atlanta but we all share info here.
Besides getting catalogs and the AIM for your car, familiarize yourself with the Advanced Search function in the Search icon in the toolbar listed above.
There is enough info there to keep you busy reading for a couple of years. Lots of "How to do" write ups by some knowledgeable people.
Bman (Dennis)
I am on the other side of Atlanta but we all share info here.
Besides getting catalogs and the AIM for your car, familiarize yourself with the Advanced Search function in the Search icon in the toolbar listed above.
There is enough info there to keep you busy reading for a couple of years. Lots of "How to do" write ups by some knowledgeable people.
Bman (Dennis)