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Forum: C4 General Discussion
10-09-2019, 02:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,201
Posted By trivette

'84 power antenna problem

The nylon 'ribbon' broke on my antenna and was stuck partially raised. I purchased a complete new antenna from a Corvette parts vendor. I had a dealer do the install and it worked perfectly. (That...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
09-01-2019, 06:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 11,422
Posted By trivette

Why do some have the crossed flags emblem on the...

Why do some have the crossed flags emblem on the front fascia and others do not? I realize there are probably options for black, carbon fiber, etc. but you would think they would all have been built...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
08-27-2019, 01:43 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 28,351
Posted By trivette

I'm betting Maisto being first as well; that's...

I'm betting Maisto being first as well; that's been the case for the last several generations. The China situation could play into any delays.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
07-29-2019, 10:31 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,563
Posted By trivette

I recently sold my C7 as I had a quadruple bypass...

I recently sold my C7 as I had a quadruple bypass with a Pacemaker installed last week. I can't drive for a month so thought it best to get my $ out of it before the price drops. I have a deposit on...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
07-10-2019, 10:39 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 48,564
Posted By trivette

Saxe Chevrolet, Belle Plaine, MN Thursday Nov....

Saxe Chevrolet, Belle Plaine, MN Thursday Nov. 21st.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
07-08-2019, 03:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 640
Posted By trivette

I was hoping/assuming there would be one at RA....

I was hoping/assuming there would be one at RA. By that time they should have enough mules built to have one available for promotion at the race tracks. Unfortunately I am scheduled for a quadruple...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
07-03-2019, 09:35 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,220
Posted By trivette

I'm having a quadruple bypass on July 12th and...

I'm having a quadruple bypass on July 12th and hope that:

1. I make it through the surgery.
2. I am able to be home by the 18th to watch the reveal.

My '14 was just sold, as I cannot drive for...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
07-01-2019, 08:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,304
Posted By trivette

A couple of years ago it was suggested on one of...

A couple of years ago it was suggested on one of the racing forums that Ford and Chevrolet choose one of their cars as a sacrificial one and each take out one of the Porsches. Based on what's been...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
06-30-2019, 06:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,304
Posted By trivette

The NASCRAP race was weather delayed so as of...

The NASCRAP race was weather delayed so as of now, 6 PM in MN, they're about 30 laps until coming to the end of the first segment! Anyone who set their recorders for the scheduled time are screwed...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
06-26-2019, 10:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,609
Posted By trivette

It's gone...

After 5 years and 8 months of trouble-free ownership my '14 has been sold. I'm scheduled for a quadruple bypass the week of July 8th and won't be able to drive for at least a month after that. Since...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-26-2019, 09:31 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,763
Posted By trivette

As much as the interior appearance/materials are...

As much as the interior appearance/materials are important I am more concerned about the space for myself inside. Today I'm selling my C7 with the plan to get a C8, assuming it is a comfortable fit....
Forum: C7 General Discussion
06-25-2019, 09:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,836
Posted By trivette

I went to a local dealer who is part of a...

I went to a local dealer who is part of a national group and he said my car would not likely remain in MN but be bid to another state like CA or FL where the prices are higher. Unfortunately this...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
06-25-2019, 09:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,836
Posted By trivette

I'm doing the same thing as Tool Hoarder but for...

I'm doing the same thing as Tool Hoarder but for a slightly different reason. I am scheduled for a quadruple bypass the week of 7/8 and will not be able to drive for a month after that. I'll miss the...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
06-23-2019, 06:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,256
Posted By trivette

I haven't attended since St Charles either and...

I haven't attended since St Charles either and based on the comments here and from friends who have attended it is just not the same. The internet has decreased the swappers for sure and the...
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-20-2019, 10:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,254
Posted By trivette

Which makes it imperative that the ME Corvette...

Which makes it imperative that the ME Corvette has no stumbles right out of the box. If it does, the plan to capture sales from other brands will not succeed.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
06-20-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,254
Posted By trivette

I've owned at least one of each generation except...

I've owned at least one of each generation except the C2 and although quite different there has been improvement each time. My '59 was great to look at but not fun or comfortable to drive-probably...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
06-03-2019, 11:12 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 14,833
Posted By trivette

My '14 is the same age and very close mileage to...

My '14 is the same age and very close mileage to the OP and I've been wondering the same thing. I'm still on the original battery which is another topic but not sure what I should be doing with the...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
05-29-2019, 08:38 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 37,623
Posted By trivette

Same thing happened to me on my brand new '72...

Same thing happened to me on my brand new '72 Monte Carlo 454. Spun a bearing on the freeway with under 400 miles. Got a replacement block and it was at the dealership for about a week. Whoever has...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
05-21-2019, 09:01 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 26,604
Posted By trivette

Still on my original with a build date in Sept....

Still on my original with a build date in Sept. '13. Battery is from August '13. I keep it on a maintainer all Winter and if not planning to use for 3 or more days in the Summer. Plan is to replace...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
05-09-2019, 09:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,833
Posted By trivette

I'm original owner (6' 1") of my '84 and actually...

I'm original owner (6' 1") of my '84 and actually find it roomier than the C7 once you step over the wide sills and get situated. My 6'2" son who attends races/shows with me has his knees right in...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
05-08-2019, 09:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,487
Posted By trivette

My congrats as well. I've had my '14 since...

My congrats as well. I've had my '14 since October of '13 and it's been trouble free. Thinking about a C8 but really need to see and sit in one before making the committment. The ME will be a whole...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
05-02-2019, 04:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,287
Posted By trivette

I've been using the Collinite for several years...

I've been using the Collinite for several years now and have not been disappointed. Even our Winter driver Caddies maintain a shine and bead water. Definitely easy on/off.
Forum: C8 General Discussion
04-29-2019, 09:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,938
Posted By trivette

I also expected more. When the car is undergoing...

I also expected more. When the car is undergoing one of its' most significant changes since '53 you would think the emblem would reflect that change as well. It's not like the emblem has been...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
04-24-2019, 09:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,052
Posted By trivette

Too bad the Ford GT will be going away as a...

Too bad the Ford GT will be going away as a competitor. It was set up as a fixed number of years program to start with and they are apparently holding to that. I agree that the BOP adjustments are...
Forum: C7 General Discussion
04-01-2019, 04:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,993
Posted By trivette

The converts are Festival cars used around town...

The converts are Festival cars used around town during May in Indianapolis and for the driver's rides in the parade. Sometimes it has been 'Vette pace cars and Camaro Festival cars. Must have wanted...
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