tha arm rest compartment
Pro
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 668
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From: Lantana, TX
Originally Posted by JnJ
When I first got my vette I thought the center console was messed up and wouldn't open all the way. Then one day I used a little more force and found that it has a double hinge, just use a little more force.
/embarrased
I can't believe I NEVER knew this. Even after all this time I keep learning something knew about my car, next thing you know you're all going to be telling me that the transmission is actually in the rear
Safety Car
Joined: Aug 2003
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From: Fayetteville GA
Originally Posted by ACELR8N
I asked if there was a fix, because what I do is pull the lid away from it's hinge while opening it and that eliminates the binding. He responded that pulling while lifting is what he recommends, as there is no fix (surprise, surprise). Since doing this, mine opens smoothly.
Just pull it towards you and up when you lift the lid. It will open all the way. Its like the hinge slide is made to expand that way.
Burning Brakes
Joined: Jun 2004
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From: St. Robert Missouri
Originally Posted by z16kalel
You know if you really have such a problem with Corvettes, just trade it in. Get something thats "PERFECT". Unless someone is holding a gun to your head, just get another car and stop bitching. It doesn't make sense to drive something that has all these problems does it? Love the Vette or hate it, but for Gods sake stop the 
.... by the way, while driving my vette, should I wear underwear that matches the exterior, or interior, or should I just not wear any??? 
Burning Brakes
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From: Nashville TN
Originally Posted by srchief100
Please go back to the original post..... Warm up your sense of humor (if available). You will find that many of our fellow members have a sense of humor that range from bizarre to dry. Some say mine is "warped", but I totally disagree, it is .... by the way, while driving my vette, should I wear underwear that matches the exterior, or interior, or should I just not wear any???
.... by the way, while driving my vette, should I wear underwear that matches the exterior, or interior, or should I just not wear any??? 
Le Mans Master
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From: Jacksonville Florida
Originally Posted by 1g1yy
Actually I think the color is less important than making sure to have an extra pair with you!
I used to have trouble opening lids back in the 60s, but now I'm a scotch drinker.
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Just pull up a little harder. It will open up fully, but it takes some effort.
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