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How to Restore Your Corvette, 1968-1982 by Walt Thurn (2013, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherCartech, Incorporated
ISBN-101613250371
ISBN-139781613250372
eBay Product ID (ePID)208697590
Product Key Features
Book TitleHow to Restore Your Corvette, 1968-1982
Number of Pages176 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2013
TopicAutomotive / Repair & Maintenance, Automotive / General
IllustratorYes
GenreTransportation
AuthorWalt Thurn
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.4 in
Item Weight21.3 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in
Additional Product Features
LCCN2013-007443
Reviews"If a nice driver is your goal, you'll find plenty of help packed in its 176 pages." -Mike McNessor, Hemmings Classic Car, December 2013, "How to Restore Your C3 Corvette: 1968-1982 will prove to be enduringly popular and a 'must' for anyone planning a C3 Corvette restoration." -Midwest Book Review, December 2013, "In typical SA Design fashion, this soft cover book by Walt Thurn leaves no bolt unturned." -Old Cars Weekly, November 21, 2013, While a single book could not hope to cover every eventuality, it will provide a useful insight into the typical problems the Corvette restorer could encounter. Essential reading for C3 owners., "While a single book could not hope to cover every eventuality, it will provide a useful insight into the typical problems the Corvette restorer could encounter. Essential reading for C3 owners." -Classic American, March 2014, How to Restore Your C3 Corvette: 1968-1982 will prove to be enduringly popular and a 'must' for anyone planning a C3 Corvette restoration.
Dewey Edition23
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal629.28/722
Table Of ContentAcknowledgments About the Author Introduction Chapter 1: C3 History The Pre-Dawn of the C3 Corvette Finally, the C3 Front and Rear Chrome Bumper Cars 1968-1972 Soft Bumper Cars 1973-1982 Chapter 2: Planning and Evaluation Choosing the Correct Level of Restoration Do-It-Yourself or Professional Budget and Timeline Evaluating a Corvette for Restoration Project Planning Parts Storage Tools and Equipment Chapter 3: Disassembly and Storage Body/Frame Removal Body Assessment Interior Removal Trim and Glass Removal Parts Inventory Chapter 4: Bodywork and Paint Preparation Windshield Frame Replacement Fiberglass Repairs Structural Damage or Broken Parts Cracked Bonding Seam Excessive Door Gap Damaged Body Panel Bumper Covers Final Sanding and Filling Who Will Paint the Car? Old Paint Removal Chapter 5: Painting Tools and Equipment Supplies Paint and Primer Painting Color Sanding Chapter 6: Frame Restoration Inspection Engine and Transmission Removal Front Suspension Removal Rear Suspension Removal Remaining Frame Parts Removal Frame Evaluation Straighten Damaged Frame Sections Rust Repair Paint or Powdercoating Preparation Chapter 7: Suspension and Differential Reassembly Front Suspension Rear Suspension Differential Odds and Ends Chapter 8: Brake System Installation Brake Lines Fuel Lines Brakes Chapter 9: Engine Rebuild or Replacement? Development History Engine Rebuilding Overview A Portfolio of Completed Engines Crate Engines Chapter 10: Transmission Manual Transmissions Aftermarket Overdrive Transmissions Chapter 11: Wiring and Interior Installation Wiring Electrical Troubleshooting Interior 1968-1977 Dash Installation 1978-1982 Interior Installation 1968-1975 Convertible Top Installation Chapter 12: Body Installation Power Brake Booster Installation Master Cylinder Installation Body and Frame Preparation Body Installation Connect the Steering Install the Headlight Doors Remove the Front Bumper Cover Align Frame to Body Front Bumper Installation Secure the Body Fluid Level Check Brake Bleeding Exhaust System Installation Vacuum Line Connections Air Conditioning System Odds and Ends Source Guide
SynopsisThis restoration guide provides in-depth, step-by-step information of common restoration procedures and features brilliant color photos so the reader can complete a bumper-to-bumper restoration in their own garage., The Corvette is in a league of its own. As the all-American V-8 sports car, no other high-performance American car can match it for enthusiast interest, collectability, and in many cases, performance. GM has cranked out model after memorable model continuously from 1953 to present, with the only exception being 1983. During this time, the Corvette earned a fanatical following and iconic status. Over the course of 14-year production run of the third generation, more than a half-million Corvettes were built. Many Corvettes have been driven aggressively during their lifetime while others have not been properly stored nor maintained. Whether it's hard use, neglect or just elapsed time, often these 30-years-old or older cars require a major restoration and not just simple repair. Through the pages of this book, you are expertly guided through each crucial stage of the restoration process from disassembly to inspection and parts selection to assembly. The hands-on restoration techniques for all major component groups are explained in exceptional detail for professional results, including suspension, engine, interior, body, paint, brakes, steering, electrical, and interior. Special coverage is devoted to restoring the birdcage frame and the fiberglass body. These restoration procedures are explained with extensive step-by-step captions and brilliant full-color photos so you confidently complete each step and ultimately the restoration of an entire car. In addition, the author addresses the real-world benefits and drawbacks of doing the work yourself. In addition, it will contain essential model information, VIN identification, powertrain and interior options and more. If you've been looking for the authoritative guide for restoring your 1968-1982 Stingray, then you've found it. There has been and will be a strong and flourishing restoration industry for the third-generation Corvette. Whether you're an informed owner or skilled enthusiast, this book will provide an essential information source for those who want to restore this affordable Corvette model at home.
LC Classification NumberTL215.C6T498 2013
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- Jun 24, 2022
Some informative information is noted
As they say....you can't judge a book by its cover. I was hoping for more (better) info on the body work aspect as depicted on the cover. Book briefly covers all that entails restoration including engine, frame, suspension etc.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Jan 23, 2019
Good book
Getting ready to restore a 1973 Corvette, Gathering information. This is the best book I have yet.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Apr 12, 2016
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good info on vette repairsVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Nov 18, 2016
Book review
Excellent starter book to read prior to restoreVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
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