• Got the Contributing Memberships stuff finally worked out and made up a thread as a sort of "How-To" to help people figure out how to participate. So if you need help figuring it out, here's the thread you need to take a look at -> http://www.corvetteflorida.com/forums/showthread.php?t=3581 Thank you, everyone! Rich Z.

Mod Victims Beware

I started with a stock '93 Convertible. Changed the exhaust to FlowMaster cat-backs and changed the wheels and tires to the ZR-1 style & size. The big mistake that I made was that I bought polished aluminum wheels that are not sealed and they are a bear to keep looking good. :banghead:

My wife and I use it as a spare vehicle when our son borrows one of the others, but it is used to cruise on the weekends the most. :thumbsup:

My next mod will be more mechanical than performance or appearance. I want to get it running cooler. Possibly a 160 thermostat, all new hoses and checking to make sure that all the fans are working properly. Maybe a CAI. :shrug01:
 
SteveK said:
I started with a stock '93 Convertible. Changed the exhaust to FlowMaster cat-backs and changed the wheels and tires to the ZR-1 style & size. The big mistake that I made was that I bought polished aluminum wheels that are not sealed and they are a bear to keep looking good. :banghead:

My wife and I use it as a spare vehicle when our son borrows one of the others, but it is used to cruise on the weekends the most. :thumbsup:

My next mod will be more mechanical than performance or appearance. I want to get it running cooler. Possibly a 160 thermostat, all new hoses and checking to make sure that all the fans are working properly. Maybe a CAI. :shrug01:
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I suffured the polished aluminum wheel thing also.
I finally caved and went with chrome which is unbeleivably easy to keep clean.
I went with the motorsport ZO6 wheels for like 800 duckies the best money I have spent so far!
 
rocket1 said:
I suffured the polished aluminum wheel thing also.
I finally caved and went with chrome which is unbeleivably easy to keep clean.
I went with the motorsport ZO6 wheels for like 800 duckies the best money I have spent so far!
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Yeah, I know I am headed that way too. I will be much more careful about where i buy my wheels the next time.
 
SteveK said:
I started with a stock '93 Convertible. Changed the exhaust to FlowMaster cat-backs and changed the wheels and tires to the ZR-1 style & size. The big mistake that I made was that I bought polished aluminum wheels that are not sealed and they are a bear to keep looking good. :banghead:

My wife and I use it as a spare vehicle when our son borrows one of the others, but it is used to cruise on the weekends the most. :thumbsup:

My next mod will be more mechanical than performance or appearance. I want to get it running cooler. Possibly a 160 thermostat, all new hoses and checking to make sure that all the fans are working properly. Maybe a CAI. :shrug01:
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Hey Steve, If you put in a 160 thermostat, it'll work better if you also adjust the fan speeds to compensate for the thermostat change. Next time you come to visit your family here, give me a shout.
 
mte.smiles said:
Hey Steve, If you put in a 160 thermostat, it'll work better if you also adjust the fan speeds to compensate for the thermostat change. Next time you come to visit your family here, give me a shout.
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Make sure you get through all th mods you have planned before you do the CIA. I think a CIA is an important step but you need to make sure aany mods you plan are in place first.
I am not a big fan of messing with the stock thermostat because of the effect on designed burn ratios.
However I am a bit of an amature so dont just take my word for it. I kind of figure there are reasons the GM engineers do some of this stuff based on research. I get a little skeptical of messing with some of their stuff.
Having said that do what you think is best for your car but research it some.
The current thinking is go with the 160 but I havent seen any science to support it.
 
We could learn a lot from each other if we get more people involved in this thread. Maybe I am going at this wrong and any suggestions would be appreciated. I want to share experiences about what works, what doesnt and what resources are out there.
As they say "I have a Problem"
I have wasted money and time only to find out someone has already been down the road (been there done that) and found the best way to get certain things done.
 
Another resource: if you want any kind of custom lettering, signs stripes or anything like that these goys can do it all, high quality and very resonable.

This tracking update has been requested by:

Company Name: Sign Specialist

Name: Toby

E-mail: fedex@wildstripes.com
 
rocket1 said:
Make sure you get through all th mods you have planned before you do the CIA. I think a CIA is an important step but you need to make sure aany mods you plan are in place first.
I am not a big fan of messing with the stock thermostat because of the effect on designed burn ratios.
However I am a bit of an amature so dont just take my word for it. I kind of figure there are reasons the GM engineers do some of this stuff based on research. I get a little skeptical of messing with some of their stuff.
Having said that do what you think is best for your car but research it some.
The current thinking is go with the 160 but I havent seen any science to support it.
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I highly recommend Breathless Performance out of Dania FL. They did mine and I was extremely pleased with their work.
If you catch them at a show you can get it for nearly half price.
 
rocket1 said:
Well now you're talking. Misery loves company.
But honestly it is a huge amount of fun restoring and/or modding these things.
By the way just my opinion I would stay away from the NO2 stuff it beats the Hell out of an engine.
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That's the nice part about being a mechanic with a spare motor!!!
I can blow the motor on sat. night swap motors on sunday & still drive it to work on monday!!!

My numbers matching engine is safe on an engine stand
Any GM with an R as the 8th # of the vin can donate a KILLER block & heads that makes great power with the right cam/carb & Intake
 
The Stock thermostat as I understand it allows the hydrocarbons to burn faster and lower emissions. The lower thermostat will allow your engine to run cooler as I understand it. Since the car essentially a large air flow machine, Anything you do to increase cool air flow will allow the engine to perform better. A good CAI introduces cooler air from outside the car into the engine and this is a good mod and can gain some HP. The top 3 are Vararam, Callaway, and Ligenfelter from the numerous threads and posts on the different Corvette Forums. Personally, I like the Vararam and the Callaway. The Ligenfelter is cumbersome especially with the maintenace. Just my humble .02 worth.
 
Come on guys there is more than 2 of us in Florida that can post some neat picts. We gotta SHARE THIS STUFF! This can be a huge resource for us guys (and girls) looking to mod our cars to makr them unique.
If you need help with posting pictures let mr know and I will try to help.
Once you get the hang of it it is easy.
 
The only 'mods' I've done to my go-cart :hehehe: is adding Borla exhaust, Type II Agressive. :thumbsup:

C-Biscut huh? You into horses! :lmao:
 

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nasajack said:
The only 'mods' I've done to my go-cart :hehehe: is adding Borla exhaust, Type II Agressive. :thumbsup:

C-Biscut huh? You into horses! :lmao:
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Okey Dokey!! :rofl1:

How 'bout "SEEBSCT"

-or-

"SEABSCT"

"CBZCUT"

"CBSCUT"

Personally, I'd would lower your expectations of using that name...It doesn't 'sing' on a 'Vette! :D

Just kiddin' my friend! CYA!! :peelout 1:
 
nasajack said:
Okey Dokey!! :rofl1:

How 'bout "SEEBSCT"

-or-

"SEABSCT"

"CBZCUT"

"CBSCUT"

Personally, I'd would lower your expectations of using that name...It doesn't 'sing' on a 'Vette! :D

Just kiddin' my friend! CYA!! :peelout 1:
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Good suggestions!
I was trying to think of something original seabiscuit was a world famous race horse ... you know speed horsepower etc.
 
How 'bout...

"Get the phuck out of my way, Corvette comin' thru!" :hehehe:

I dont thins' Florida has a plate with that many spaces anyways to shorten' that down to fit...:lmao:

Surely to get everyone's attention is to use "T & A" (we all know what that really means). :dancer01:

Just tell 'em it means "Thunderous and Asskickin" :lmao:

:wavey:
 
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