Here is a how-to primer for installing a shift knob on a C5 Corvette. The knob used in this example is the Phantom Shift Knob with the Kung-Fu… er… Pistol Grip and C5 logo available from Mid America Designs. The cost was $49.95 less 15% since it was ordered at Chevy Vette Fest in Chicago […] More »
By: IBxAnders | April 21, 2010
The first picture shows the driver’s side, “Start to remove”, position. The visor is down like you would put it, to block the sun from coming in the windshield. Stick the correct size screwdriver into the slot, on the bezel ring, as shown. Rotate the sun visor counterclockwise, towards the driver’s side window. When you […] More »
By: IBxAnders | April 21, 2010
This tech tip is for those of you who, like me, are sick of having water, dirt, dust, etc. accumulate around the edges of our C5\’s tail lights. After trying a few things, I found that a silicone rubber door gasket did the trick. The product is made by \”M-D Building Products\” and called \”Tear […] More »
By: IBxAnders | April 21, 2010
Another tip from a Gordon Killebrew lecture during Corvettes at Carlisle 2001. Say your L98 starts right up after sitting for a long while, such as overnight, but is hard to start after sitting for a little while. Before trying to start it, hold the accelerator to the floor for a brief period and release […] More »
By: IBxAnders | April 21, 2010
Throttle Body maintenance 101: READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS ENTIRELY BEFORE STARTING THIS PROJECT! (YOU WILL NEED A DIGITAL MULTIMETER IF YOU TAKE THE TPS OFF! DON’T ATTEMPT TO REMOVE THE TPS IF YOU DON’T HAVE ONE, IT IS MANDATORY!) You should also buy the gasket kit from GM that includes the 4 gaskets and costs about […] More »
By: IBxAnders | April 21, 2010
In June of 03 I attended a C4 workshop at Bloomington Gold taught by Ron Kane and Gordon Killebrew. When asked the question: \”Which tires are best for all around use on the C4?\” They both stated that their customers and clients seemed to be very happy with Firestone Firehawks. They have great traction, good […] More »
By: IBxAnders | April 21, 2010
This tech tip will reduce cabin tire noise and also heat from the tunnel area… I went to Lowes home improvement and bought this aluminum product. it looks like the aluminum products used to deflect heat from windshileds.. I bought a roll 2 ft by 25 ft.. for 25 dollars and a roll of batting […] More »
By: IBxAnders | April 21, 2010
