DougSilver

Did you ever notice you never see threads like:

My engine runs so smooth and never misses or stumbles. . .
It took me only 20 minutes to change plugs and wires. . .
The cabin is so quite you never hear any rattles, squeaks, creaks. . .

I wonder why?

96dblblack

Here is another one. I just bought a vette and presure washed the engine for 2 hours and nothing happened to the opti spark, she still runs great. You other guys are just nervous

Ramanstud

we're a collective group of pessimists!

But you do here "man I love my vette," "Glad I'm not driving a Ford," and "I just smoked a brand new ____."

But as a resource board, naturally the weaknesses and problems of our 20+ year old vehicles are going to be the main topic of discussion (ie "how do I fix ...?").

I'm guessing it's similar stuff on other enthusiast boards - but with less class!

85vet

That's because no one wants to hear it.

It does takes me less than 20 minutes to change my plugs, but it takes me over an hour to cut back the plugs for installation.

Car idles better with single plane than with SR or stock.

There is no excitement in the above true statements and if you have problems - you sure do not want to read about good fortune.

cv67

Actually mine does idle smooth as glass and never misses....
How did the rocker arms work out, btw

sniperdiver37

I have come to the conclusion that owning a vett is like haveing a Hot azz, sexy, high maintenance, wife. You keep throwing money at her to keep her happy, you will loose your azz when you get rid of her, but you look good with her and she's yours.

sniperdiver37

PS. and this forum is like going to counseling......

Beach Bum

Actually, my motor doesn't miss or stumble, and I can change my plugs and wires in less than 20 minutes if committed.

the squeak rattle and roll is another story..... I've got about 30 of those.

cheers,
Beach Bum

runner140*

This Forum IS counseling.

DougSilver

When I thought I had solved the miss problem a few weeks ago I was all set to bring it to John for the rockers and springs. Then the miss came back with a vengeance; at the same time things went crazy at work so I did not have a slug of time to be without the car. Work is easing up now so I plan to bring it in so John can keep it several days for the install and to search for my missing problem.

aboatguy

You forgot: I love my BOSE GOLD stereo and my power antenna is trouble free!

Mr Mojo

Here's a positive one, my Hurst shifter went in without a hitch(why would I want a hitch, I have one on my truck).

But seriously it was a smooth install.

Jloshotz

I thought of one you never hear..."F/S: 35th anniversary parts, Cheap" and, of course "This LT5 is a pleasure to purchase parts for, reasonable pricing!"

Matt O

I don't know about the time to change plugs but when you have a Vette with the other two things going for you you'r driving down the road with a smile from ear to ear and not on you computer...

500hp

Top Ten List of Threads You Will Never See On The C4 Forum:

10. "I just put a 250hp shot of nitrous on my stock, 157,000 mile engine and it blew up! What did I do wrong?"

9. "I don't like having to bend clear down to get into and out of my car. Does anyone have a way to jack up the car so it is easier to get in and out of?"

8. "I just put a Vortech Supercharger with 26psi of boost on my stock, 157,000 mile engine and it blew up! What did I do wrong?"

7. "No matter how fast I go around a corner or how hard I turn my steering wheel, I can't get my car to lean and never have to countersteer it! Is there something stuck or frozen up in my suspension?"

6. "Who makes a lightweight drum brake conversion for my rear end?"

5. "How do I get other drivers to stop looking at me like they want to race?"

4. "Some guy said I should remove my swaybars and put a couple spare tires on the front of my car. He did this to his car, but I still beat him. Should I consider this to improve my performance?"

3. "When I open my hood I can see all of my engine, half of my exhaust, and the ground below. Is there a way to cover these areas up so you can't easily access them?"

2. "Where can I get one of those super cool looking 3 foot tall aluminum rear spoilers?"

1. "Why is there no rust or corrosion of any kind on my car's body, frame, and suspension components? I love bondo and welding under cars while laying on my back. Should I sell my car and buy an old New Yorker or F150?"

85vet

If you are asking me then
You can see I bettered my time and upped the mph.

BrianCunningham

For a good report.

120k on the odometer. I drag race, autocross, and take it to the track, and it runs great, haven't broke it yet. I did have to do a cap&rotor on my opti, but it wasn't a full replacement, and I got 110k out of it. Not bad for any distributor.

Steve85

There was a time that I liked you...

Redeasysport

And it is mandatory reading for any true C4 lover

Perfusion

Mine idles smooth as glass and never misses, but as another said, the interior rattles are another thing. I'm slowly getting to 'em, though. It just seems that whenever I get one nailed down (figuratively speaking), another pops up! Oh well...makes for more fun time spent in the car.