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Zip Corvette: Offset and Backspacing (Link in Body)
During my research on new wheel/tire packages for my 76 Corvette, I came across some good info regarding offset and backspacing. Zip Corvette “Wheel back Spacing is very simple and is often confused with the offset. To determine a wheel’s offset you must first find the wheels back space. The […]
COPO Camaro
Before the marketing department created a COPO model it was the “Central Office Purchase Order” by which a few dealerships, notably Yenko and Gibb, ordered options not normally available for the Camaro. The Camaro of the 60s could not exceed a 400ci engine unless the COPO loophole was exploited. Anyone […]
Cheap Parts
Cheap parts are not worth it. My Airtex fuel pump lasted 11 months. They suck. That is all. Hits: 171
Listen Slick…
Those are not my high-beams. I’m sorry that my YJ sits as high as it does. I also apologize that your 1985 Cavalier RS sits that low. At this point, all I can say is that you are lucky I haven’t done my HID conversion yet. And before you ask, […]
Accessory Relay/Fuse Box
Trying to keep the wiring rat’s nest to a minimum, I created a Fuse and Relay box. Parts list: 1 Project box a la Radioshack 1 Power distribution block 1 Fuse holder 4 Appropriately sized relays 4 Appropriately sized fuses Various wires and connectors I started by bridging the power […]
Stereo Hookup
Recently I had a slight battery drain issue which I narrowed down to the stereo install. Apparently there was power applied all the time, regardless of ignition switch position. Even with the unit off, there was a significant draw. I did some digging and found a wiring diagram for the […]
Electrical Accessories
A laundry list of items to be installed. XRC8 Winch ~400W Inverter (40A) 2x 100W SRS Lights (20A) 12V Air Compressor, OBA (30A) 12V Power Port (20A) In theory, I’d like to have a power distribution point under the hood and in the cabin area provided the items connected don’t […]
Winter Planning
Since it’s too cold out to actually do any work, it’s time to make plans for the future. I need to work on multiple systems on my YJ. Recovery, electrical, suspension and a seeping leak etc. Recovery: Luke over at Frontier 4×4, is currently designing a front bumper to house […]
Iowa Weather
Winter has finally arrived. With the threat of snowfall, Polk County has, once again, called on JOCCI to help with stranded motorists. Hits: 24