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Old Jan 19, 2014 | 06:29 PM
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It is tight and I have holes in the fender wells with rubber plugs in them to get to the plugs. Hey with TIME MONEY AND A WELDING MACHINE YOU CAN PUT WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON A BILLY GOAT, you just have to be very careful when you do radical mods.
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Old Jan 19, 2014 | 07:34 PM
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Does it stay on the road when u punch it?
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Old Jan 19, 2014 | 11:10 PM
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The car I originally wanted was a C5, and while I'm still totally in love with them, I enjoy my 84, and it was more affordable.
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Old Jan 20, 2014 | 05:28 AM
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Stays on the road fine and handles great. We did add some weight in the rear to keep the balance even and she is a fun ride but will burn tires up if you don't watch it.
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Old Jan 20, 2014 | 05:30 PM
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Originally Posted by RpgMakerJohn
My name is John, and I recently bought my first Corvette, a 1984. Its in excellent condition, I bought it with 58000 miles on it. So far, it runs great, the only issues I've had with it have been with other things, such as the window motor. (Which I've already got the part to fix it).

After reading up though, I hear the 84's have all sorts of problems, leaks and engine issues. I'm not very car savvy at all, and just started learning when I got this one, so you'll likely have to talk step by step with me, because I don't even know what I'm looking at when I pop the hood.

I guess my question is though, is there anything I can do to nip some of these issues in the bud, while my Corvette still runs well? I know there are quite a few aftermarket parts available, as I got some assistance from my local Corvette Club.
Ya some 84's can be a handful. But once you get the bugs out its a great car. I love mine never sell it.
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