Don't use the steering to get in or OUT of the car.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, RIGHT ON !

@marcusfullerton9420

Жыл бұрын

I’ve let my friends drive mine and they use it every time!!

The top is not glass, it's Lexan (plexiglass). It basically turns the C4 into a GM air fryer on a hot day. And personally, I would crazy glue the cupholder shut.

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

thanks for the comment ! yes I have suction cup sunshades on it.... as it will bake you !

Dang,I own a 92 corvette lt1 and was even lightly slamming,the hood,after what you said,I will never close my hood that way again,only lowering it to push the clamps down.i appreciate that tip for sure.

@KurtWinters

12 күн бұрын

ya, show that hood some LOVE

My C4 is an 86 that I bought new for my 40th birthday. I still have it. I baby my C4 like if I just brought it home from the dealer. Everything about it looks, feels and operates like the day I brought it home. I agree with all your "don't dos". I'd like to pass on info about a factory defect in my Vette. When the car was parked in the sun it would blow the fuse for the ABS system when the engine was started. No dealer could fix it. I finally got the folks at the GM Tech Center to examine the car. A young female electrical engineer was assigned the project. What she found was a pinched wire overhead in the windshield surround where the lighted mirror circuit supplies the power to the ABS system. When parked in an open area the heat of the sun would close the gap on the ABS system power supply wire and create a dead short. This may have been a "one of a kind" defect, but fortunately the brakes worked fine even with the ABS system inactive. Thought you'd be interested.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

great secret info ! thanks Tom !

@fieldboyz1944

2 жыл бұрын

I actually feel stupid for people with no more common sense then this

@KB-ke3fi

3 ай бұрын

Well, a young female engineer TOOK my car from me in a divorce, so....

"This door is at least 30 feet long" HAHA that got me good

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you like sir, thank you for the sub and comment !

Correct me if I'm wrong, 1992 -1996 LT 1 had optispark. Not previous c4s.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

CORRECT !

@dominiclaker5675

Ай бұрын

95 - 96 corvettes fixed the issue with the optispark

@DC-uw8hp

27 күн бұрын

​@@dominiclaker5675 What do you mean they fixed it? Just asking because I have a 96

@dominiclaker5675

18 күн бұрын

@DC-uw8hp they released a vented optispark so it stays dryer, but it can still go bad if it gets really wet.

Just bought a manual 1985 c4 with 45,000 miles at 18 years old, and it's in great shape, digital dash even works! I used all of these tips and other people's tips on KZread to help me determine to buy it. It's a super fun car to drive and definitely turns the heads of older people seeing a young teen driving one, a manual at that! Great video!

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, WELCOME TO THE CHANNEL !

All great tips...I have had many corvettes and learned in the late 60's the very best way to close the hood is exactly like in your video. In fact, it is the only way. When I push down the locks on each side, Keep a microfiber handy....I have two roadsters now...do the same on the back latches too. ~Don~

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you don't, there is a lot of back & fourth on this. Since the GM manual SAYS slam it..... SMH..... Please remember to subscribe ! AND KEEP COMMENTING ! DON !

The biggest design problem with the C4 is the opti-spark. The first 2 years of the LT1 (92-93) didn't have vented distributers. Even if you don't power wash your engine, normal driving will eventually get moisture in the opti. Rust will form and kill the distributer. The results usually happen around the 50 to 70k time. When you replace the opti, you can add the venting found on later C4s. Convertibles have an X frame added underneath and this really stabilizes the chassis. Couple that with a camber brace set up and you'll have a firm ride. Nobody is aloud to bring food or drinks in my Vette, period. One more thing, if you drive at night, put some LED headlights on. The OEM bulbs just suck.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed, the OEM LIGHTS SUCK !

@raymondolson790

2 жыл бұрын

Had my water pump go...took out distributer along with it.

@samcable647

2 жыл бұрын

Another tidbit, if you have any oil leaks make sure to fix them ASAP, it can leak i into your optispark and cause you to need to take it apart and clean it

@billbill9392

Жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters I like my 92 vette original, part of me still thinks if i focus hard enough it will time jump me back to 1992 if i keep it retro fitted 43k miles original (garage queen)

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

@@billbill9392 they are like a time machine ! well said sir

My own technique for the hood is to jump on top of it from a running start, I haven’t replaced it that many times.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

hahahahhaha, I'd pull a muscle if I did that !

Glad to be a part of your first thousand subscribers. Good advise and I’m going to check out earlier ones and see what else I need to know for my 87 & 91 C4s What a terrible thought. Taking a corvette through an automatic car wash.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! you'd be surprised what will do to their vettes......

I take my 94 C4 through the carwash all the time, no impact on Optispark. Agree on never pressure washing engine, in fact, never pressure wash any vehicles engine. The paint on a C4 is a triple coat system and holds up well but its the spider cracks in the fiberglass underneath that paint that these are prone to. The Targa top is a part of the strutural integrity of the car and all the Corvette part sites sell different brands of structural bar systems to put in place of the Targa. Agree on not slamming the doors. The build quality of the doors is crap. I had a girlfriend where she got in the passenger side (never let your girlfriend drive your Corvette either) and before I could get there to gently shut the door she slammed the shit out of it and I have a rattle over there to this day that for the life of me I can't track down. Forums (CorvetteCentral) are filled with tips and tricks regarding the care and kid glove treatment of C4s.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Late 90's vettes had AMAZING paint. I left my wife drive all the time. LOL Great points though scott !

Thank you just bought an 87 in Jan 2021, wasn't closing hood that way; keep the videos coming, visual learning is always best.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

I agree ! thanks for the support Jerry !

For 84-89 C4s, I find that its pretty safe to guide the hood until its about 3 or 4 inches from being closed, and just letting it drop. Idk if those early model hoods are heavier or lighter, but it works, and I think its still pretty safe, when compared to your method.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

I baby all my cars... I don't even slam my front door to my trailer home.

@thatguyrandomly460

Жыл бұрын

Marginally lighter, do to the cut outs made in the hood to fit the LT1 which was slightly larger then the L98. Really the only applicable reason the hood would contact the doors is if doors or hood is not stock to the car/aftermarket, or really if it hasn't been perfectly reinstalled. As always a chance with everything, and only takes an accident once to know if you're golden or not. However as a point of interest, 94-96 have a different hood spring, more resistance and less compressible area. This is because even with the aforementioned cut outs in the LT1 hood, pre 94 LT1 hoods would make contact with the engine when dropped from too high. This would cause a lot of extremely noticeable chipping inside of the hood. Once it had been replaced in 94, the owners manual actually recommends you drop the hood from about where the peeks meet the top of the windshield (about your 3 - 4 inches), as it now redesigned to be, which is what most of everyone else had been just about doing before... just unnecessarily and problematically. Obviously all of this is a non-issue in the L98 or crossfire engines, just another little thing that can be problematic with the later LT1s. I have a 96, in one dunce move and without a second thought dropped the hood from above chest height with both doors open and came out completely scot free.

Never push the pointy corners of the hood, or tug. Put your hand, one on top of the other about eight inches in from the pointy corners then push until it clicks. Never drive in the rain either, it takes days to detail the engine bay afterward

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Ron, great tips ! thank you for your comment ! What year and color is your vette ?

I purchased a well used 1994 C4 corvette back in 2016. The first thing i did was removed the LT1 and 700 r4 and replaced them with an all aluminum 427 bbc with a4L80 trans. New driveshaft rear end upgraded plus 373 gears. The 427 has Hyd roller cam and fuel injection. This corvette is now a blast to drive!!!!

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

That's a BEAST ! don't forget to share this video on your facebook feed and timeline ! and sub if you like the content

I agree. I have a 92. The drink holder not only spills easy, but makes working the shifter impossible. And my target top hasn't come off, so far, but I have to tighten the passenger side front screw daily. It's comes loose everyday. For some reason. Yet the other 3 stay tight. Still it makes it vibrate in the wind, not to mention leak when it rains. Uet, I still love my car. I drive it everyday. To and from work. Still need to finish ur vid to see what else u mention. I'm sure I probably allready know

@KurtWinters

Ай бұрын

what color is your 92 ?

I have a L98 91 corvette and I confirm it does not have an Opti for anyone who is wondering! So don't worry for my fellow 91 owners 😌

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

92-96 for the opti

I always enjoy your videos! Keep them coming!!

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ricks ! I sure will, your support means a ton to me ! Seriously Dude

Good info. I agree whole heartedly about the steering wheel. I've owned a 92 ever since 1993 and I drop my hood about 6 inches above and have never had a problem.

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

what color is ur vette?

@randallscott4094

Жыл бұрын

Black and Black. Everything still works, starting to have difficulty with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, and getting about due for new paint; however, I Love the fact I can rotate my tires.

Loving the C4 content: here are my thoughts. 1- I don’t see getting in, but rather getting out is where people typically messing up their steering columns. I swing both feet out and tripod out on left arm. NEVER put right hand on the wheel while getting out- in fact I just swapped out my wheel for a quick release one so I now have all kinds of room getting in and out. 2- %100 agree don’t get opti’s wet. Blow off engines with leaf blower and then old fashion elbow grease is what is required. That said many grip about the opti spark but my 107k 93 is still on its original and running strong. 3-hood. I drop mine from 6” and it has a nice solid click into locked position without sounding rough on the car. Interesting point about the door sag and potential issue - will check if out. One word of advice - add pull tabs to releases and run so they are accessible by wipers. If the cable ever breaks you will be able to get hood open without buying the special tool. 4- never noticed body flex on my coup with targa off. Good advice to always always always secure in place . 5- I added a cup holder that mounts in between my legs- unconventional but I can be heavy footed and still keep the liquid in the cup lol. Vette❤️Life

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Chris, great thoughts ! Thanks for channel support. clear you love your C4 ! What color/year is your car ?

@chrisbjarkman

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters I have a 93 40th Ruby. In the year in a half I’ve owned her I’ve had: wheel bearings replaced, heater core replaced, new blower motor for climate control, new rotors and pads, new fx3 shocks, new fuel pump, refurbished the gauges, along with lots of basic maintenance. Most recent issue was engine temps in the fla summer heat, but had an excklers 3 core aluminum radiator installed yesterday and last night the car didn’t break 175 with ac off. During the day I hit 188 with ac on. I know people say C4s run hot- but not mine any longer 😉👍🏼

@chrisbjarkman

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters - at first I admit I wasn’t very open to your way of closing the hood but now that I’ve tried it I am a convert. I find the solid click as I push down very satisfying 😀👍🏼

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@chrisbjarkman GLAD I CONVERTED YOU ! LOL

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

nice, mine runs cool as a cucumber too !

When I open the hood with the hood support straight up, I put a screw driver into the slot at the locking center piece. The reason being, if you have a heavy wind that can blow strong enough to straight up the hood support rod. The hood will come down on you head or your fingers when you are working on the car engine.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Great TIP ! ouch !

Subscribed! Thanks for the tips, I aquired an 84 C4 last year. It's got new paint but needs a little interior and mechanical TLC. Look forward to future videos!

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Your welcome, thanks for the sub and welcome to the C4 community ! What color is your car ?

@jackmanfredo1215

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters it's blue, my buddy is a retired auto body mechanic, he painted it and it looks brand new. What is your email address, I'll send you a couple pictures. Thanks, Jack.

Have a 92 im original owner . 5-6 inches and let go as far as closing hood tgars hiw ive always done it. Never had an issue with my hood ever.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

I totally hear ya ! The GM manual says to do the same thing. I'm just OCD. Thanks for the comment , I really Appreciate it.

One time at work it was raining so I set the top back on and lost it going about 40 as soon as I left... wish I saw this before lol

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Your not the only one ! Plenty of TOPS have GONE flying OFF corvettes ! Thanks for the comment, HOPE YOU ENJOY the channel.

I just bought a 84 corvette with only 38k miles been dreaming of owning one since I was little. this video had some good advice.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

What color Jesse ?

@blindside3628

2 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters it’s a really nice red with red and black interior

I was really lucky when I bought mine because I didn't know this and the wheel was intact, but then I found out the transmission had melted and that made my day

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Dammit !

@ryanle1293

2 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters yeah who ever worked on it before I bought it didn't grease the gears apparently so until it started shifting with the force of a 8 magnitude Earthquake is when I started to notice

The C4 Corvette is my favorite car of all time

I lower my hood to a few inches above and I drop it to latch it. Gently and no touch.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

that's also a great method sir

'... it's not pretty' LOL! You're now my fav Vette channel - thx for the tips!🎯🤟😉😎

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks! Do you have a vette or are you on the market ?

Great video...I close my hood the same way...ty.. for the good information!!

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks MARCUS ! remember to gimme a SUB if you like this content !

I agree with just about everything you had to say, only thing I don't agree with is closing the hood. I'm pretty gental with it and drop it from just a few inches from where the pins latch and the weight of the hood is more than enough to latch it.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

i baby all my hoods ! I don't even slam the hood on my trailer home....

Great video. I agree with you on how to close your hood. Once again, thank you.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

One more closer to one thousand! I just subscribed and thoroughly enjoyed this video. Not only that, but my 1987 convertible Roxxxy, thanks you as well.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Welcome SIR, thanks for the SUB ! your entered into the contest !

@ROXSTARCorvette4371

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters Thank you!

@ROXSTARCorvette4371

3 жыл бұрын

BTW, check your email!

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@ROXSTARCorvette4371 Thanks, GREAT RED ON RED XXX

@ROXSTARCorvette4371

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters Thank you!

The old man I bought my 92 from brought it through my boyfriends car wash many times and I’ve been doing the same and it’s been great! I keep up on waxing and claying and ceramic coating and the paint isn’t in too good condition so I don’t mind too much about the possible scratching until I get it repainted lol

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

I own a 1996 LT4. 6 speed. Purchased it new. Watching from Seguin Texas

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

AMAZING CAR ! what color ?

Number 1 rule, "no eating or drinking " in my fucking car!

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Great rule !

@garypiont6114

3 жыл бұрын

Right on! Its not a fast food joint, let no pigs in a c4, eat in if your needs are bad.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@garypiont6114 body shaming ! LOL - have you seen the bumper stickers - that say "no fat chicks"

I hold mine in the middle and drop it ever so gently from about 4”-6”. If it doesn’t close I do the same thing for the corners.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Good technique, go easy on that aging fiberglass

Awesome video 😮. Just bought an 86' Corvette and this information is definitely useful.

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! - check out my other corvette videos ! we feature an 85 !

@randomboi665

Жыл бұрын

Of course!, I love the 80s aesthetic digital display on these machines 😅.

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

@@randomboi665 agreed

I’m hoping to get a sexy C4 in two tone Gray in about two weeks from now. Really helpful video! Specially with that steering wheel. That’s something I definitely didn’t know.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Let us know how the purchase goes !

great advice ty.. you might let people know that only a few years of c4s had the optispark but still great video.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

That's a really Great point, I try to focus on the LT1. My fav C4 engine by far. I've still much to learn also !

As for getting in the C4 I put my right foot in first, swivel a bit to face outward, drop into the seat and swivel back forward.

@KurtWinters

9 ай бұрын

hokee pokee ?

Hey Kurt.... Enjoyed the video. I've got a C6 but always interested in other generations info.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! THE C6 is a great car. The 90's GM products are fun to reminisce about.

I learned a lot. Thanks 👍

@KurtWinters

11 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Love the content you should do a video on suspension n handling mods i have a 85 tpi

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

thats a great idea, 85's are a good year ! what color is your car?

I'm looking forward to the hood video! My 95 does not close right. My wipers get stuck under the hood if we have the hood correctly body lined up. We have it set higher at the moment until we find a fix for the bow. The hood seems to be bowed down in the middle...

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Yes the panels will warp. The fiberglass is prone to heat and moisture. Plz subscribe to the channel, so WE can hit our goal of 1000 subs !

@sherriegliot1364

3 жыл бұрын

Already did!! Looking forward to new videos

Very good information..I will be looking forward to more videos

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

More to come!

I never Alam the hood on my cat. I set it down gently, then push down on one side then the other to lock it. I also don't slam it because my hei distributor only has about a half inch clearance since its right up next to the firewall in front of the window.

@KurtWinters

Ай бұрын

great tip !

All Corvettes, And I mean all of them.. except for the C8 obviously, are designed to hold the hood in the center or as close to center as you can -and drop it from about 5 in. A good water displacing silicone lube on the latches, and graphite for the cables. If you don't know how to graphite cables stop by an old Harley shop, they will show you how or do it for you. I have been collecting Corvettes since 71, not by design it just ended up being that way. Never been married so I just get another Corvette and a new German Shepherd every once in awhile I have two C3's two C4's one C5 one C6 and a C8 on order They all close the same.. Never had an issue a corner might stay up once in awhile when I do it wrong

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, I just can't slam fiberglass. But the GM manual READS exactly as you say ! You've got a nice collection, Let's shoot a vid !

Lmao at the cup holder comment

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

yeah... we like to have fun on this channel ! thanks for the sub !

Good comments, good demeanor, you have another subscriber from a DieHard Corvette lover 😎 ( I don't drink lattes though.. too bad it's against the law to drink alcohol and drive, because those mini Bud cans fit perfect)

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

HAHAH yes they do ! Thank, your kind words mean a lot to me. Thank you for watching ! Please tell your friends, and enter into my free giveway !

😎💯👍🏾🔥....good tips, new sub, proud owner of a 1987 C4 Vette

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the sub! What color ? plz share these vidz on facebook too

@ttspeedster8930

3 жыл бұрын

I have the original two tone silver/gray, check my KZread video out on it, I’m goin began to post more at the beginning of the year 😎💯🔥👍🏾

Thx Kurt, great video!

@KurtWinters

10 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

Is keeping the hood open in the upright position a bad idea for storing long term and will it warp it if so? I tend to keep it open due to easier access to the battery tender. (84 corvette)

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

The hood won't warp, the fiber glass will flex. I see no issue with storing it open. I close my hood, but leave it unlatched so I can put a dust cover on the car.

Awesome video!!! I'm soon going to be in the market for one. Best believe I'm going to tug on that steering wheel for play.

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

what years you looking at ? please comment you make that purchase !

I disagree about the cup holders. Sports cars never used to come with cup holders because food or drink was never considered appropriate in a performance vehicle. Cuts down on the possibility of messy accidents, also.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

I see your point. But why put them in the car, if they suck ? LOL

@BAndersen-ee1xy

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters I remember back in the 80’s- early 90’s, it was a real dig on the American stereotype: fat, lazy, and unable to go without a supersized Micky D’s whatever. Porsche, Ferrari, etc., never used to have them. I think Enzo even commented on it. It was kinda funny when Euro manufacturer’s started to have them back in the 90’s. They were odd sizes. It was a joke, particularly among EU auto journalists, about oversized coin holders. It always worked out for me, I had the excuse for no food or drink in my Vette.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@BAndersen-ee1xy i agree sir !

@pathart2080

2 жыл бұрын

I feel like the cup holders work pretty good (automatic only) if I’m using water bottles (safest option) 12 oz cans and many small bottom disposable cups. I don’t have the manual transmission but several videos indicate that you can’t put anything in the cup hold and shift. That IS absurd lol. Anytime I will enter a “G” accelerating or turning it would not be advised to have anything but a water bottle with the lid on. Unfortunately after purchasing after market cup holder inserts the bottle actually don’t fit all that well. I’m thinking of cutting the sides off the originals and using that way. For me, the auxiliary cup holders in the passenger leg area is not so great since I like to keep my passenger as comfy as possible. If you want cup holders get a Dodge Caravan. Then when ya spill no one cares

glad i watched this before i went to go look at my first c4, great video 👍

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked the content ! Let us know how it went. There are so many cars out there. I've got buyers guides on my channel for certain years. What year are you looking for ?

@big_chimpin6986

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters looking for a 1990-96, auto or manual doesn't matter to me. hoping to maybe look at one this week!

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@big_chimpin6986 i like auto tempest.com , thats where I found my vette

@big_chimpin6986

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters thanks! i'll have to check it out

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@big_chimpin6986 yeah it's a fantastic website for 80s 90s cars

Great Video 👍

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Michael ! I appreciate your support, remember to subscribe to the channel, and hit the little notification bell so you can see my weekly posts !

Smashed the like and subscribe buttons! Awesome tips!!

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

You rock!

I usually close the hood just like you do, but I put my hand slightly more to the front, so I don't push on the corners. Before I straightened the frame, I had to yank on it to push it in place. xD

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

i agree, the move even pressure on the hood IN THE CENTER the better ! What year is you Vette ?

@Sk1ds87

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters It's an '86! When I look at yours, I realize how good mine looked when it was completely yellow (and undamaged).

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@Sk1ds87 Thanks.... FYI I like old paint too ! Hope you enjoy the channel ! don't forget to share this video on your facebook feed and timeline !

Good stuff!

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

I allready know where ur going about pressure washing. The opti spark is crap. I bypassed mine. Put in a regular hei distributor, along with a high rise intake with a Holly 650 on top. Took the computer out, and replaces all the wiring and the dash cluster with old school analog guages. It runs great. No computer needed

@KurtWinters

Ай бұрын

your smarter than me

You know the cup holders originally have rubber pieces that keep the drinks still right… i have a 95 c4 that’s completely original and stock and it has the rubber cup holders.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

mine were long gone, thanks for the OEM fact, Alex !

Thanks sir for your help

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Always welcome

4 reverse torx bolts in that tilt mechanism that back off. I rebuilt many

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the tip Mike !

I feel it is better to release the hood from about 6" than to close one side at a time. When you are closing one side at a time your twisting the hood. Which could cause misalignment and possibly cracking. Just lower it so it is about 6" away and let it drop. It should latch up just fine. If it doesn't, then adjustment is needed.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

def pro tip

@mikafiltenborg2291

3 жыл бұрын

I do the same

Drop a Comment ABOUT how you LIKE TO TREAT YOUR Corvette !

Knew everything but the hood technique at the end, thanks -Drew

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

welcome drew ! welcome to the channel - Kurt

I’m the original owner of a 92 convertible. I agree the cup holder is worthless, but I have a rubber insert that came from the factory on one that keeps the can/cup tight and an ashtray that fits in the second insert. Yes, that ashtray was a factory item! 😂

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

we need pics to see ! great info !

@SnidelyWhiplach

Жыл бұрын

It’s in winter storage (I’m in Minnesota) so have to wait till spring!

If no one has said it, another big problem with those cup holders is that there are **a series of openings**at the bottom of them that just happened to be the right diameter for bolts, screws, small light bulbs, et cetera. ask me how I know :-)

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

murphys law for sure ! great comment

I'm just lost for words, I actually feel more stupid

Not sure how old this is, but the C4 DOES NOT have a cup holder. Those are ashtrays.... they have small removable rubber inserts that come out to empty your butts.. NOT a cup holder.

@KurtWinters

10 ай бұрын

correct ! thx chris for the comment and the sub

Early c4s don't have optispark. Ive got an 87. Ive pressure washed the bay and have had no issues. Cover the air filter though.

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

correct, your motor is the Tuned Port injection. Very good motor !

@GORD444

Жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters yes sir. 5.7 liter sbc 350. Not a bad engine. Lots of torque.

The cup holders were actually supposed to be ash trays, either you or someone else took the trays out and now you have a “cup holder” there is no drinks allowed in the corvette

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

good to know !

I’ve had four corvettes C-3 and c-4s my 94 seems to ride a lot better than the C-3s

@KurtWinters

4 ай бұрын

c3 were on an ancient platform.....

I bought a low mileage 1990 C4 in 2016 and I use it as a wekend driver in summer only. I get caught in the rain once in a while (hate those wipers !) and the engine gets dirty. I want to clean it but not power wash it of course. Should I use a foam degreaser ? And is elbow grease the only way to get it clean ? Need some help here.

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

elbow grease for sure. if super dirty Flush with fresh water, put a couple plastic bags over the water pump to stop water going in behind there. I just use damp rags and take my time

great job

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ralph ! for the kind words.

Do you know the secret to being able to open the hood if the latch cable breaks?

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it has a manual release in the engine bay. BUT that's a secret.......

Not a shake. Grab the wheel at about 8 o’clock and pull down at an angle. If it moves, you’ll know. Don’t buy it.

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

That is also a really good point. Thank u for your comment. Do you have any other tips for the c4 ? good/bad experiences ?

There is room, by design, to put your targa top in the rear hatch. Don't prop it up by your garage.

@KurtWinters

9 ай бұрын

or drive with it on.... but not bolted in

Damn haha I guess I’ll just hold my drink for the whole ride hahaha

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

LOL HOLD ON TIGHT !

@michellevdg4708

3 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters or maybe I should recreate a miniature cinch seatbelts like the corvettes have but for the drinks 😂

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@michellevdg4708 hilarious

Did u get a msd opti? Pls doo that hood alignment video, I’ve got that problem also

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

I will ask my mechanic. Will DO !

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

plz sub and share this video on facebook, our goal is 1000 Subscribers and I need your help !

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

MSD yes

Besides a leaky water pump, where and how does moisture get to the opti-spark? WD-40 is a great water disperser. So is grease. Is there any reason that an opti-spark shouldn't be coated with a liberal amount of Vasoline?

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

it's made of a plastic housing, any plastic will start to fail after 20 years, so moisture is able to get in. Not sure about putting Vasoline on it

I own a 93 /40th anniverary , 3 times since i bought it in Nov of 22 the engine quit i waited a minute or so and it fired up and off I went no misfire and it ran great, absolutly no water or oil leaks at all my garage floor clean, many said its the opti spark but i'm not sold on that 'just yet', could it be egr? vacum line? could anyone help with a tip before i sink into the opti spark hole, fuel pump changed 3 weeks before i got it

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, mine runs funny time to time

I've never had a problem with the c4 cup holder, but then I don't try to put a cup or a can that's too large in one.. Whoever designed the cupholder for the C5 is the one that was pissed off

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

C5 is worse huh ?

C4 1992-1996 models only have optispark

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

correct sir !

There is special storage clips in the back. Put it along the garage?

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Garage for sure, the top rattles around too much.

What Sony stereo do you have

@KurtWinters

Ай бұрын

let me check

Im sure most of this is true for all versions, not only c4

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

Good point, treat a car nice, and it will outlast your ownership. Thanks for the support ! Plz subscribe to the channel, so WE can hit our goal of 1000 subs !

GM advertised the “cup holders” as an ashtray and I guess a coin holder? 🤷🏻‍♂️

Whats the best c4 year to buy a corvette?

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

93-1996 for sure, the LT1 motor is hands down a fab engine ! stay away from cars that have sat for long periods of time. Are you looking for a manual or auto ?

Would it be okay to rke it through the carwash if it was repainted?

@KurtWinters

Ай бұрын

no, auto car washes destroy corvettes

Just so you know, it's a door sill, not "seal," as you stated (at least in the context that you're using it).

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

I meant Seal, like the aquatic animal.

My comment is how do you change the Optics Spark and can you post it online like you do your five things about owning a Corvette

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

watch kzread.info/dash/bejne/oqx-25uCf6ioZrw.html

Good video. 😊 I'm wondering about that hood technique. Does dropping the hood damage it? 😮😢

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

ever seen someone slam a Ferrari or Austin Martin hood ? no, you put in place then soft-close it.......

@WarriorsPhoto

Жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters Good point there. I remember I would drop my WRX hood because it was aluminum. But this hood is easily soft closed. Thank you for sharing this intel. (:

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

@@WarriorsPhoto thank you for contributing to the channel !

@WarriorsPhoto

Жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters We as Corvette enthusiasts need to thank you all for keeping the hobby alive.

You can wash your c4 in a car wash, been doing it for 20 years, never had an issue.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

It could damage the OPTI-Spark or leave scratch marks on your paint -BUT if it works for you ! FANTASTIC !

@stevegoetsch2984

3 жыл бұрын

You are right, should of explained it better, only water no brushes or whatever that's called, and blast through the engine compartment for the under spray.

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

@@stevegoetsch2984 that makes sense

Why not use little small plates and small magnets to keep the cup holder shut?

@KurtWinters

3 жыл бұрын

not a bad idea, i think i'll just ban drinks in the car LOL

Looking to buy an 89 C4 at 21 years of age, and im motivated to learn manual. Got any tips or things to look out for? Ways to tell its in good conditions from a private seller, etc

@KurtWinters

Ай бұрын

yes first learn manual on a low powered front wheel drive car, remember a RWD vette won't act like a modern car. With that being said, DO NOT BUY A CORVETTE that been sitting, check the battery age, does the previous owner use the car daily, weekly ? when a car sits and is not driven, it can ruin itself even with low mileage. Don't pay more that 8-9k..... remember they build like 300,000 C4 corvettes, so take your time

@weltall7283

Ай бұрын

​@@KurtWintersthanks for the tips, and replying on a 3 year old video, lol

@KurtWinters

Ай бұрын

@@weltall7283 glad TOO…please tell 5 friends to subscribe to my channel , help GROW THE SHOW

I drop the hood from approximately 7 inches. I am going to try your process, (one person) and if that works never gonna drop it again

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

Save that fiberglass ! no need to slam ! what color and year is your vette ?

@pathart2080

2 жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters black 1996 convertible, great vid btw

@pathart2080

2 жыл бұрын

Well the drop is over. Latches so nice with a gentle “mash”. Thanks again

@KurtWinters

2 жыл бұрын

@@pathart2080 good to hear

Could the bottoms of the cup holders be cut out with a hole saw? Is there room below?

@KurtWinters

Жыл бұрын

I would recommend not to do that. They make aftermarket cup holders, or carry a drink a screw on lid.

@Meinstein

Жыл бұрын

@@KurtWinters Why not? My C4 has had dozens of drinks spilled over the course of her 30 years. They just need to be deeper.. and as you said, they were designed this way out of spite. If I can cut the bottom out without ripping into wiring.. I think this would be an easy solution to spilled drinks.