Air pump removal before tune?
Team Owner
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From: At the beach in little Rhody
If you are running headers, I prefer cutting of the tube and welding the pipe shut. A lot of guys have broke that weld using block off plates and most header manufacturers will not recommend them for that reason. I just had this done on my LG Pros that are being installed when the snow goes away.
Melting Slicks
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From: Near Jacksonville Fl.
If you are running headers, I prefer cutting of the tube and welding the pipe shut. A lot of guys have broke that weld using block off plates and most header manufacturers will not recommend them for that reason. I just had this done on my LG Pros that are being installed when the snow goes away.
Safety Car
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From: Vancouver Washington
As strange as it sounds, I've seen this happen several times and on several different manufacturer's headers. Personally I don't believe it could be vibration, my theory is that tiny little track gremlins crawl into the engine bay late at night and use tiny little air chisels to weaken the weld. 
Pro
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From: Norwalk CT and Boynton Beach FL
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...many-pics.html
I think it's totally crazy --- but I've done a lot of crazy thing myself so Its all just personal taste.
Have Fun and pray for an early spring
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Burning Brakes
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From: Minnesota City MN
I dont like the idea of relocating the coil packs. I have seen pics of a valve cover with the coils hidden underneath them....that I like! I'm not sure who makes them or the cost.
Team Owner
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Burning Brakes
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From: Fayetteville Arkansas
What would it take to weld up a set?? Could you just make a "cap" to fit over the valve covers?? Glad I found this thread, a few other guys and I have been going back and forth about a header install and how to remove the AIR system. http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...hing-else.html So thanks 
Nate
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Burning Brakes
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From: Minnesota City MN
25 years from now some guy will be cursing you for making such a choice. These are the kinds of parts that become very valuable when people are restoring cars. Just look at the prices AIR equipment from the late 60s brings nowadays. Don't toss it or cut it up.
Bill
Bill
Le Mans Master
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From: Helotes TEXAS
If you are seeking more "engine bay" clean-up projects while you are snowed in --- here is something you may consider.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...many-pics.html
I think it's totally crazy --- but I've done a lot of crazy thing myself so Its all just personal taste.
Have Fun and pray for an early spring
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-t...many-pics.html
I think it's totally crazy --- but I've done a lot of crazy thing myself so Its all just personal taste.
Have Fun and pray for an early spring
Burning Brakes
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From: Denville NJ
I would like to get rid of the mess due to the code problems coming up with the crappy check valves. There is an inspection problem here in New Jersey though. How can this be programmed out so as not to be a future problem? Can this be done as a DIY?? Thanks!
Burning Brakes
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From: Fayetteville Arkansas
Am I going to have to pull off the intake manifold?Thanks a ton,
Nate
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