C3 Corvette Search Episode 2

The search goes on for my next project car.  I’m searching for a third generation Corvette built between 1967 to 1982.  There were a few body changes and some suspension changes between those dates. But mostly stayed the same. In 1981 a engine computer was added.

I came across this 1981 Corvette locally.  Still owned by the original owner although he’s no longer able to drive.

I normally try to record as much of the inspection as I can.  That’s difficult to do because you don’t want to capture the owners or any family member nor the sales person.  So this video is a bit choppy in spots and I had to edited out a 4 year old that really wanted to help.

Normally, I’d like to capture the car running, for no other reason than to refresh my memory after looking at several cars in one day or long delays during between offers. In this case I was pouring gas into the carb and couldn’t.

I’ve made two offers on the car the first was turned down and I yet to get a response on the second.

Check out the video.

 

I love this car…the stories helped, but  I have 1977 Stingray to look at on Saturday.

 

Checking back for updates.

Tim

Project BeepBeep Gets Some Air!! MUST SEE!!!

#ProjectBeepBeep – In this video Bill’s 1968 Road Runner gets some air!!!  It’s Crazy!!!

 

 


 

THANKS FOR CHECKING IN!!!

TIM

#ProjectBeepBeep – Don’t be Indifferent with your Diff!! Part I

Welcome back to Average Guys Car Restoration.

COVID hasn’t been fun but Bill still managed to get some work done on his beautiful 1968 Road Runner.

Check out his work on the differential.

 

More on the diff coming up.

Thanks for checking in.

Tim

#ProjectSportsRoof

#ProjectBeepBeep

 

#ProjectBeepBeep Gets A New Turn Signal Switch

Bill covers some tips and things to consider while he replaced the turn signal switch on  #ProjectBeepBeep.

(Bill just didn’t want to be considered one of those “old” guys that leave the turn signal on!!!).

Good tips here!


Lots more coming!! Check back every day!!!

Thanks for stopping by!! 

Tim

#ProjectBeepBeep – Paint Those Hinges

Welcome back and thanks for checking in on Average Guys Car Restoration.

Here is the follow up to hinge installation for #ProjectBeepBeep, Bill’s 1968 RoadRunner.  Bill discusses prep and process for paint your car’s hinges after installation.

If you are missing the previous episodes they are listed below this video.

 


 

Here a couple links to the previous episodes:

Project BeepBeep Gets Hinges – Prt 1
CLICK HERE

#ProjectBeepBeep – Gets Re-Hinged Part 2 – Curse of the Coyote!
CLICK HERE

#ProjectBeepBeep Door Hinge Replacement
CLICK HERE

THANKS FOR STOPPING BY  A LOT MORE COMING UP WITH #PROJECTSPORTSROOF j(#SR73) and #ProjectBeepBeep.

Tim

 

#ProjectBeepBeep Door Hinge Replacement

There is nothing easy about lining up new car door hinges. Doors are heavy and getting them aligned is a major undertaking….but Bill’s got a better way.
In this posting. Bill lays out a great process for changing door hinges using his 68 Road runner #ProjectBeepBeep as his patient.
There are a host of tips in this video. A must watch!


 

Bill’s correct, the drivers door hinges on #ProjectSportsRoof are bad.  But now that he has perfected the art of door hanging, I’ll borrow his expertise and this Rest Door Hanger for getting the Mustang’s door perfect!!!

Well protected against damaging the paint

floor jack with cradle removed and door support tool the Steck EZ Rest Door Hanger

Coming up Bill gives a few tips on painting your hinges.

Thanks for stopping by!!

Tim

#ProjectSportsRoof Vapor Lock or Not – NOT!!

Welcome back to #ProjectSportsRoof, my RARE (snicker) 1973 SportsRoof Mustang (#SR73).

I’m catching up on the fuel issue with my 351 Cleveland.

I didn’t notice but in the last posting at the very end of the video when I’m attempting to start the car there is an issue with the carb.  I totally didn’t catch it at the time nor did I see it in the video. 

I really struggled with trying get a video on the removal and installation of the new Speedmaster Fuel pump.  One of the hazards of working on a ‘semi-cool’ car like my Mustang – outside in the driveway, is that neighbors love to peek in on the status and of course chat.  The installation had some many interruptions that the video was choppy and salvageable.  I had some misgivings about the Speedmaster pump, more exactly the lack of support – no instructions for adjusting the configuration(which required disassembly to accommodate different applications and no specs on the fittings required).  I did managed to get  few tips and the after math.  Here’s what it looked like:

 

 


So clearly it was not the fuel pump nor was it vapor lock but in fact it was the floats. I tackle the those in next post!

 

Thanks for checking in on #ProjectSportsRoof (#SR73).

Tim

 

 

 

#ProjectBeepBeep Heater Box and Core – The Finale!

Bill finished up the restoration and installation of his ’68 RoadRunner (#ProjectBeepBeep).

If you haven’t watched this group of videos, you should! When you do grab  a notepad because there are tip in each one that make the restoration, easier, quicker and last longer.

Thanks for checking back!!

 


Great job Bill!

More coming up with #ProjectBeepBeep and more on my ’73 Mustang SportsRoof #ProjectSportsRoof (#SR73). 

Thanks  

Tim

#ProjectBeepBeep Heater Box-Core Part III

Bill continues recording of his rebuild for #ProjectBeepBeep’s (68 RoadRunner) heater box;

There are some great tips that go beyond the normal instructions.  Great stuff, Bill!!!

 

 


 

Here’s what it looks like!!

 

Part IV coming up shortly.  Keep checking for updates to #ProjectBeepBeep and #ProjectSportsRoof (#SR73)

Thanks

Tim