72 Corvette - Restoration Updates

[Roscobbc]

Looking at the angle of the drive shafts - surely that angle will decrease a bit once the car is assembled, given a run-out and hopefully settle lower........I would have thought that then the lower leaves will flex and get closer with the two upper leaves?

 

[TimP]

Looking at the angle of the drive shafts - surely that angle will decrease a bit once the car is assembled, given a run-out and hopefully settle lower........I would have thought that then the lower leaves will flex and get closer with the two upper leaves?

I think you are right - there's still a fair number of parts, particularly the doors which are the heavier intrusion beam doors from a '76, the fuel tank is empty and a lot of interior parts that when fitted will ratchet up the weight. This should settle the car a bit. The geometry at the rear (with the smart struts and shims) has to be set up yet and although that may not have an effect on the spring loading the rear wheels definitely have some camber adjustment before they sit right.

 

[Mr. Cricket]

Mating the body back to the frame is a milestone indeed Tim!

Bring it to the Corvette Nationals for a decent shake-down drive as I know many members including myself would like to set eyes on it, shake your hand and buy you a drink!

I still have those parts boxed up in the garage if you still need them? Can't remember exactly what is in the box but I can check later. Electronic ignition parts and new door seals were the main items.