1986 corvette
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1986 corvette
So I purchased a 1986 corvette as a project car to know more about cars but it looks like it’s a v6? Idk I only see three exhaust pipes on the headers on each side and I’m not sure if that’s normal or not since when I did my research it doesn’t seem like there’s such thing as a v6 corvette. Please help I am very confused.
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The center exhaust ports are side by side thus it looks to be one pipe. Count the spark plug wires should be 8.
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Joe K
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Joe K
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So I purchased a 1986 corvette as a project car to know more about cars but it looks like it’s a v6? Idk I only see three exhaust pipes on the headers on each side and I’m not sure if that’s normal or not since when I did my research it doesn’t seem like there’s such thing as a v6 corvette. Please help I am very confused.
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He's probably looking at the exhaust manifold heat shield. Gotta start learning somewhere!
Mr. Ranger, Your engine is called an L-98, and is distinctive because of the eight large intake manifold tubes on the top of the engine. Welcome to the Forum! Enjoy that nice 'vette! We like pictures!
The best way to learn about your new Corvette is to purchase a copy of the Factory Shop Manual (FSM) for your '86. They're a little expensive, but you'll find they are worth their weight in gold! Don't bother with the Haynes or Chiltons manuals. They are too generic and can lead you astray.
Mr. Ranger, Your engine is called an L-98, and is distinctive because of the eight large intake manifold tubes on the top of the engine. Welcome to the Forum! Enjoy that nice 'vette! We like pictures!
The best way to learn about your new Corvette is to purchase a copy of the Factory Shop Manual (FSM) for your '86. They're a little expensive, but you'll find they are worth their weight in gold! Don't bother with the Haynes or Chiltons manuals. They are too generic and can lead you astray.
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He's probably looking at the exhaust manifold heat shield. Gotta start learning somewhere!
Mr. Ranger, Your engine is called an L-98, and is distinctive because of the eight large intake manifold tubes on the top of the engine. Welcome to the Forum! Enjoy that nice 'vette!
Mr. Ranger, Your engine is called an L-98, and is distinctive because of the eight large intake manifold tubes on the top of the engine. Welcome to the Forum! Enjoy that nice 'vette!
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The best way to learn about your new Corvette is to purchase a copy of the Factory Shop Manual (FSM) for your '86. They're a little expensive, but you'll find they are worth their weight in gold! Don't bother with the Haynes or Chiltons manuals. They are too generic and can lead you astray.
Careful on assuming the heads are iron or aluminum, '86 was the split year, iron or aluminum were put in these, aluminum in the later builds.
Finally, Welcome to the C4 Corvette!
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Welcome! As other have stated, you may be misinterpreting the exhaust layout due to the arrangement of the heat shield. Would love to see pictures of your new 86! I have an 86 as well!
