Do not change setting of idle stop solenoid stopscrew or idle mixture screw. The 's name was later changed to Manta Ray. Nose and fuel door crossed-flags emblems changed to a more squared design. Corvette's 25th anniversary was celebrated with the Indy 500 Pace Car limited edition and a Silver Anniversary model featuring silver over gray lower body paint. All cars ordered with a radio, like the C2 cars, continued to be fitted with chrome-plated ignition shielding covering the distributor to reduce interference. A was included with convertibles, while an auxiliary with a glass rear window was offered at additional cost. Tailpipes were now turned down as the new bumper cover eliminated the tailpipe extensions.
Dirty points should be cleaned with a clean point file. Never been out of garage overnight. The engine was rebuilt only 5,000 miles ago and runs like a champ. Although refined, emission standards and fuel economy concerns had changed America's only sports car. Elsewhere, engine noise was reduced by adding extra sound dampening insulation in strategic areas throughout the car. Any combination could be ordered.
The new seats had better side bolster, provided easier access to the rear storage area, and the seat pair resulted in a weight reduction of about 24 pounds. In every sense of the word, our Yukon Corvette proved to be tough and we'd have to say that even the production versions impressed us as coming closer to being real touring cars than we might ever have thought. For all Hagerty Insurance clients: The values shown do not imply coverage in this amount. The engine line-up and horsepower ratings were also carried over from the previous year as were the 3 and 4-speed. The radiator and shroud were revised for better low-speed cooling.
Louis to new Bowling Green plant; 350 V8 returns in California cars, last year for manual transmission. Turn in or out one idle mixture screw at a time to obtain smoothest, fastest idle speed; then adjust the other screw to make engine run even smoother and faster. Adjust swivel on end of rod if necessary. By '82 there was one, a four-speed automatic. The wheelbase was lengthened by approximately 30 in 760 mm to accommodate the rear doors and seats. The stainless steel exhaust manifolds and computer control system introduced on the 305 cu in 5.
Install all wires to proper spark plug. . First production was on June 30, 1953. It is the sole responsibility of the customer, and which we strongly encourage, to thoroughly inspect the vehicle personally or via 3rd party, to ensure satisfaction to the condition and value, prior to purchase. This is a car that is sure to turn heads on the road and can be driven anywhere in any conditions. The hood was also restyled as well.
The wheelbase was lengthened by approximately 30 in 760 mm to accommodate the rear doors and seats. Regardless what is agreed to verbally, we cannot guarantee a vehicle will be held for a potential buyer without a non-refundable deposit collected to hold the vehicle. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Consequently, it is a very quick car over the road, faster than any other at the same price. Failure to do this will result in a damaged grounding circuit in the ignition switch. On the downside, the new transmission was not considered a strong unit and proved problematic. The L82 350 had 210 hp.
On 1970-72 models, disconnect transmission controlled spark solenoid. The seats are original material, and show extremely minimal wear given the age of the car. This was factory J Code L-48 but was replaced with the desirable 427 Turbo Jet out of a '69 Corvette. The 350 cu in 5. The Real Corvette: An Illustrated History of Chevrolet's Sports Car. It was also a testimony to the staying power of Corvette that the car continued into 1973 despite the extensive engineering and tooling cost that would incur in bringing the car in-line with the latest safety standards.
All cars featured 8-inch-wide 200 mm steel increased from 7 inches. In 1982, a fuel-injected engine returned, and a final C3 tribute Collectors Edition featured an exclusive, opening rear window hatch. Put automatic transmission in Drive; manual transmission in neutral. The file should not be used on other metals and should not be allowed to become greasy or dirty. Adjust spark plug gaps to. If contact points have been in service, they should be cleaned with a point file before adjusting with a feeler gauge.