71 Experts Please Enter
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Melting Slicks
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71 Experts Please Enter
I may be looking at a 71 Base Coupe this weekend and was just wondering if there is anything that I should pay special attention to. Common Leaks, problems, etc.
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Drifting
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From: San Diego, CA Website: ChrisMitchell.us
Re: 71 Experts Please Enter (86_RedRider)
Go to http://www.corvettefaq.com and in the search box type "buy". Four articles will come up with C3 specific info.
:cheers:
[Modified by 77Dream, 2:52 PM 8/4/2003]
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[Modified by 77Dream, 2:52 PM 8/4/2003]
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From: Plano TX
Re: 71 Experts Please Enter (77Dream)
There's nothing about the 71 that's special from a reliability standpoint. Just the common C3 issues:
Brakes (need stainless sleeved calipers to fix)
Rear wheel bearings
Rust in the windshield frame + rest of birdcage
Rusted out body mounts
Frame rust just infront of rear wheels.
If all the above checks out you can inspect the '71 gravy: The cool fiberoptic light monitoring system (68-71)and the hide-away wiper door (68-72).
Brakes (need stainless sleeved calipers to fix)
Rear wheel bearings
Rust in the windshield frame + rest of birdcage
Rusted out body mounts
Frame rust just infront of rear wheels.
If all the above checks out you can inspect the '71 gravy: The cool fiberoptic light monitoring system (68-71)and the hide-away wiper door (68-72).
Pro
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From: Clarkston MI
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Re: 71 Experts Please Enter (86_RedRider)
zwede summed it up pretty well.
check to see if the fiberoptics/clock/guages are working. They can be a pain to repair if they're broken. I had to replace the heater core on mine. Not a real difficult job, just time consuming....
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check to see if the fiberoptics/clock/guages are working. They can be a pain to repair if they're broken. I had to replace the heater core on mine. Not a real difficult job, just time consuming....
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Burning Brakes
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From: Dyersburg TN
Re: 71 Experts Please Enter (pzcg7l)
I'm not an expert , but I snuck in anyways. look for missing parts, the parts are expensive , try to fig out what it will need and price the item's before making an offer , other wise chrome bumpers are the best :cheers:
[Modified by Todbo, 12:05 PM 8/5/2003]
[Modified by Todbo, 12:05 PM 8/5/2003]
Pro
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From: Memphis,TN
Re: 71 Experts Please Enter (86_RedRider)
Well,
Some of the "Usual Suspects".
The dread WIPER DOOR- of course-
The "BENT" strut rods in the rear suspension,usually indicating it's"NEW YOKE
Time",but with the rear suspension as whole it is decent indicator of condition.
The heater controls operation. Smooth or notchy? Often indicates worn or
broken items in the console,etc.
Is all the TACH Drive in order? Still Got points? Etc.
There were a pile of little solenoids on the carb for Idle, Anti-Diesel etc.
Frankly they are usually LONG GONE , and maybe not missed much.
But they were there, so a few "Mystery Wires" could be evident.
But overall it is "C3 Ordinary"as far as Typical items. :chevy
Good Hunting!
Regards....Cholo
Some of the "Usual Suspects".
The dread WIPER DOOR- of course-
The "BENT" strut rods in the rear suspension,usually indicating it's"NEW YOKE
Time",but with the rear suspension as whole it is decent indicator of condition.
The heater controls operation. Smooth or notchy? Often indicates worn or
broken items in the console,etc.
Is all the TACH Drive in order? Still Got points? Etc.
There were a pile of little solenoids on the carb for Idle, Anti-Diesel etc.
Frankly they are usually LONG GONE , and maybe not missed much.
But they were there, so a few "Mystery Wires" could be evident.
But overall it is "C3 Ordinary"as far as Typical items. :chevy
Good Hunting!
Regards....Cholo
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Melting Slicks
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From: Construction Sucks! MI
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Re: 71 Experts Please Enter (86_RedRider)
Thanks alot! The cars not for me, it's for my future father-in-law, so I thought I'd look good throwing in a couple of tips. :D I'll be back later down the road asking for L88 tips when I look for my 69.
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