Here she is before the disaster
08-14-2001, 10:00 PM
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Here she is before the disaster
Its really hard not driving my baby, wish I had more shots but I thought I coud take more later :(.
08-14-2001, 10:44 PM
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Re: Here she is before the disaster (vettes rule)
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08-15-2001, 04:26 PM
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I'm very sorry to hear that. What are your plans? Rebuild stock, or a big, bad, stroker motor? If/when mine goes, I'm going bigger and stronger.
Good luck!
Art
Good luck!
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08-15-2001, 04:34 PM
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Re: Here she is before the disaster (art91)
My mechanic is pretty sure the engine is a complete loss without taking the engine out and giving it a real good look. Right now im looking at new crate motors to put in, maybe a ZZ4 :D. It really sucks having a car that you absolutely love for five days, then something like this happens :(.
At least shes with her grandmothers and mothers. There was a 65, 79, and what looked like a 77, all in primer and ready to paint, next to her.
[Modified by vettes rule, 3:34 PM 8/15/2001]
At least shes with her grandmothers and mothers. There was a 65, 79, and what looked like a 77, all in primer and ready to paint, next to her.
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08-15-2001, 05:20 PM
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Re: Here she is before the disaster (vettes rule)
It blew 5 days after you bought it? :eek:
That really blows. Did you have any kind of warranty, or was it private party purchase?
At least you're going with more power, so it might help soothe the pain a bit.
I hope she's back on the road soon, so you can enjoy the rest of the season.
(edit: I see you're from TN, so your season is a little longer than mine.
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That really blows. Did you have any kind of warranty, or was it private party purchase?
At least you're going with more power, so it might help soothe the pain a bit.
I hope she's back on the road soon, so you can enjoy the rest of the season.
(edit: I see you're from TN, so your season is a little longer than mine.
)Art
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08-16-2001, 12:52 AM
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Re: Here she is before the disaster (art91)
Wow :eek:
Sorry to hear your car is sick.
Perhaps a crate LT4 from www.paceparts.com will help ease your suffering.
Sorry to hear your car is sick.
Perhaps a crate LT4 from www.paceparts.com will help ease your suffering.
08-16-2001, 03:46 PM
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Re: Here she is before the disaster (vettes rule)
Corvettes even look good when they are broke, good luck getting it fixed up!
08-16-2001, 05:04 PM
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Re: Here she is before the disaster (blk91)
It sure is sweet having a vette for your first car at 16 :D:D:D, but really sucks having it break 5 days later :(:(:(. Is there a place selling the ZZ4 crate motor cheaper than http://www.paceparts.com ?
My dad didn't buy her from a dealer so there is no warranty.
What are some reasons to tell my dad I need a ZZ4 crate motor insted of a replacement L98 from a donor car if one can be found?
[Modified by vettes rule, 4:07 PM 8/16/2001]
My dad didn't buy her from a dealer so there is no warranty.
What are some reasons to tell my dad I need a ZZ4 crate motor insted of a replacement L98 from a donor car if one can be found?
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08-16-2001, 06:17 PM
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Re: Here she is before the disaster (vettes rule)
Any reason having to do with MORE horsepower, etc., probably wouldn't be good for a 16 year old to tell his dad. Newer, stronger parts, and a warranty, would be a start.
Good luck!
(Some may lecture you that a 16 year old doesn't need that much power, but I don't know your driving skills, so I'll stay away from that subject. )
Art
Newer, stronger parts, and a warranty, would be a start.Good luck!
(Some may lecture you that a 16 year old doesn't need that much power, but I don't know your driving skills, so I'll stay away from that subject.
)Art
08-16-2001, 10:38 PM
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Re: Here she is before the disaster (vettes rule)
I am sorry it tossed a rod.
How many miles are on this thing??? I am curious.
I did'nt realize you were only 16. That is a LOT of car for a teenager.
A fresh L98 is all you need. Beleive me... any more and your asking for trouble... I am sure that the last thing you need is a 400hp motor... wait a few years, then build the 400hp motor... but the 250hp L98 has more than enough torque.... so it won't feel soft.
I remember myself at 16... if I had a vette, I more than likely would not be here today - and I was a responsable driver!!!!
Get up with Mr CJ, and find out what he can find you...
good luck, and keep us posted!!!!
How many miles are on this thing??? I am curious.
I did'nt realize you were only 16. That is a LOT of car for a teenager.
A fresh L98 is all you need. Beleive me... any more and your asking for trouble... I am sure that the last thing you need is a 400hp motor... wait a few years, then build the 400hp motor... but the 250hp L98 has more than enough torque.... so it won't feel soft.
I remember myself at 16... if I had a vette, I more than likely would not be here today - and I was a responsable driver!!!!
Get up with Mr CJ, and find out what he can find you...
good luck, and keep us posted!!!!