Where Do I Start?
Jul 13, 2007 | 04:26 PM
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2nd Gear
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Where Do I Start?
I'm a retired gov't worker that recently bought a '66 vette,427,390HP-auto, w/120K miles. Body in good shape.I'll seek help w/allareas of the car.I plan on checking out the engine.The compression is alittle down from specs. There be more as I thoroughly check my Vette>Thanks
Jul 13, 2007 | 05:46 PM
Race Director
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From: Cypress TX
St. Jude Donor '07-'08-'09-'10-'11-'12-'13-'14-'15-'16-'17-'18
Congrats on your new ride - great car!
For help try the C1-C2 forum. Lots of experts and good advise there.
Jul 13, 2007 | 07:05 PM
Race Director
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From: Franklin, Tennessee NCM Life Member #1631
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St Jude Donor '07-'08-'09
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Bills Z06
Congrats on your new ride - great car!
For help try the C1-C2 forum. Lots of experts and good advise there.
Welcome aboard and congrats on the Corvette,sounds very nice.
Jul 13, 2007 | 10:23 PM
Pro
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(That's my jealous look- just made it up.)
Congrats. Nice ride.
Jul 15, 2007 | 07:19 AM
Burning Brakes
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From: Valrico, Florida
Congrats on the 66 Vette!!
You will be driving around for quite a while with a big "corvette grin" on your face!
Welcome to the Forum. They are great for learning more about vettes and you will meet a lot of new friends.
Jul 15, 2007 | 10:05 AM
Drifting
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From: santa rosa beach florida
Congrats on the vette. One of my favorite years for sure
. Only the 67 would be any better for me
. But I have to be content with my 06Z.
Jul 15, 2007 | 11:54 AM
Le Mans Master
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From: Russellville, Kentucky 1967 Sting Ray & 2001 C5
Welcome to the forum! Lots of very knowledgeable folks here. Check out the C2 forum!
Jul 15, 2007 | 02:45 PM
Le Mans Master
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Welcome to the Forum's. It's a great place.
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Jul 15, 2007 | 08:15 PM
Safety Car
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From: Sedalia Missouri
Welcome and congratulations on your new ride.