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How to Disassemble the C4 Corvette Rear-End (Chapter 6)
Author Steven E. Michael walks you through the entire restoration and build process of a 1957 RestoMod.
Using the 1957 Corvette as the starting point, the chassis is upgraded with C4 Corvette (year 1996) suspension and steering components. Add a 1999 Corvette LS1 power plant and Tremec T56 manual overdrive transmission, and this will be one potent hot rod.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, the chapters speak in easy to understand language and take extra care in explaining the intricacies of restoring and modifying the C1 Corvette.
Each chapter has detailed color photos with pointers to help illustrate exactly what to look for and what to do. Unlike any other car manual you have ever seen, this book will take the fear factor out of Corvette hot rodding.
With 39 color photos and detailed pointers to each procedure, chapter 6 fully explains the best way to disassemble the C4 Corvette rear suspension and drivetrain. The best tools to use and steps to follow are highly detailed for the beginner to safely remove all suspension parts, the brake and hub assemblies, and the differential carrier.
One of the highlights is the safe removal of the composite leaf spring - always a difficult process.
Written for the beginner, but valuable to even the most experienced restorer, every aspect of disassembly is included here - including organizational tips for marking and organizing removed components. This is a must-have for any C4 Corvette enthusiast!
NEW! Chapters are now packaged for the front and rear of the C4 Corvette - and at discounts from single chapter purchases!
Using the 1957 Corvette as the starting point, the chassis is upgraded with C4 Corvette (year 1996) suspension and steering components. Add a 1999 Corvette LS1 power plant and Tremec T56 manual overdrive transmission, and this will be one potent hot rod.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, the chapters speak in easy to understand language and take extra care in explaining the intricacies of restoring and modifying the C1 Corvette.
Each chapter has detailed color photos with pointers to help illustrate exactly what to look for and what to do. Unlike any other car manual you have ever seen, this book will take the fear factor out of Corvette hot rodding.
With 39 color photos and detailed pointers to each procedure, chapter 6 fully explains the best way to disassemble the C4 Corvette rear suspension and drivetrain. The best tools to use and steps to follow are highly detailed for the beginner to safely remove all suspension parts, the brake and hub assemblies, and the differential carrier.
One of the highlights is the safe removal of the composite leaf spring - always a difficult process.
Written for the beginner, but valuable to even the most experienced restorer, every aspect of disassembly is included here - including organizational tips for marking and organizing removed components. This is a must-have for any C4 Corvette enthusiast!
NEW! Chapters are now packaged for the front and rear of the C4 Corvette - and at discounts from single chapter purchases!
Chapter 6 of 1957 CORVETTE RESTOMOD by Steven E. Michael
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How to Rebuild C4 Corvette Rear Brakes (Chapter 7)
Author Steven E. Michael walks you through the entire restoration and build process of a 1957 RestoMod.
Using the 1957 Corvette as the starting point, the chassis is upgraded with C4 Corvette (year 1996) suspension and steering components. Add a 1999 Corvette LS1 power plant and Tremec T56 manual overdrive transmission, and this will be one potent hot rod.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, the chapters speak in easy to understand language and take extra care in explaining the intricacies of restoring and modifying the C1 Corvette.
Each chapter has detailed color photos with pointers to help illustrate exactly what to look for and what to do. Unlike any other car manual you have ever seen, this book will take the fear factor out of Corvette hot rodding.
Chapter 7 has 34 steps and 89 color photos that fully explain exactly how to rebuild C4 Corvette rear hubs, brakes, and calipers.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, it talks in plain language and details every aspect of the C4's rear hub and brake operation. Every photo has detailed pointers that identify exactly what should be done every step of the way.
The complete rebuild of the rear brake calipers is one of the highlights of this chapter. Every facet of disassembly and rebuilding with new parts is highly detailed in this chapter. The chapter also gives you part numbers and available vendors for all replacement parts.
This is a must-have for any C4 Corvette enthusiast!
NEW! Chapters are now packaged for the front and rear of the C4 Corvette - and at discounts from single chapter purchases!
Using the 1957 Corvette as the starting point, the chassis is upgraded with C4 Corvette (year 1996) suspension and steering components. Add a 1999 Corvette LS1 power plant and Tremec T56 manual overdrive transmission, and this will be one potent hot rod.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, the chapters speak in easy to understand language and take extra care in explaining the intricacies of restoring and modifying the C1 Corvette.
Each chapter has detailed color photos with pointers to help illustrate exactly what to look for and what to do. Unlike any other car manual you have ever seen, this book will take the fear factor out of Corvette hot rodding.
Chapter 7 has 34 steps and 89 color photos that fully explain exactly how to rebuild C4 Corvette rear hubs, brakes, and calipers.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, it talks in plain language and details every aspect of the C4's rear hub and brake operation. Every photo has detailed pointers that identify exactly what should be done every step of the way.
The complete rebuild of the rear brake calipers is one of the highlights of this chapter. Every facet of disassembly and rebuilding with new parts is highly detailed in this chapter. The chapter also gives you part numbers and available vendors for all replacement parts.
This is a must-have for any C4 Corvette enthusiast!
NEW! Chapters are now packaged for the front and rear of the C4 Corvette - and at discounts from single chapter purchases!
Chapter 7 of 1957 CORVETTE RESTOMOD by Steven E. Michael
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How to Replace C4 Corvette Rear Bushings and Universal Joints (Chapter 8)
Author Steven E. Michael walks you through the entire restoration and build process of a 1957 RestoMod.
Using the 1957 Corvette as the starting point, the chassis is upgraded with C4 Corvette (year 1996) suspension and steering components. Add a 1999 Corvette LS1 power plant and Tremec T56 manual overdrive transmission, and this will be one potent hot rod.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, the chapters speak in easy to understand language and take extra care in explaining the intricacies of restoring and modifying the C1 Corvette.
Each chapter has detailed color photos with pointers to help illustrate exactly what to look for and what to do. Unlike any other car manual you have ever seen, this book will take the fear factor out of Corvette hot rodding.
In chapter 8, the methods and tools needed to replace bushings and universal joints are described in detail. The locations and any modifications needed to accept the upgraded polyurethane bushings are highlighted and explained.
Included are replacement of bushings for trailing arms, camber rods, anti-sway bar, spring bolt cushions, and carrier arms.
Also included is the correct way to easily remove and install new universal joints in the C4's axle shafts.
With 32 pages and 78 detailed photos, this chapter goes into details not seen in any other instructional manual. Written in easy-to-understand language, this is a must have for the novice hot-rodder and the Corvette enthusiast.
NEW! Chapters are now packaged for the front and rear of the C4 Corvette - and at discounts from single chapter purchases!
Using the 1957 Corvette as the starting point, the chassis is upgraded with C4 Corvette (year 1996) suspension and steering components. Add a 1999 Corvette LS1 power plant and Tremec T56 manual overdrive transmission, and this will be one potent hot rod.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, the chapters speak in easy to understand language and take extra care in explaining the intricacies of restoring and modifying the C1 Corvette.
Each chapter has detailed color photos with pointers to help illustrate exactly what to look for and what to do. Unlike any other car manual you have ever seen, this book will take the fear factor out of Corvette hot rodding.
In chapter 8, the methods and tools needed to replace bushings and universal joints are described in detail. The locations and any modifications needed to accept the upgraded polyurethane bushings are highlighted and explained.
Included are replacement of bushings for trailing arms, camber rods, anti-sway bar, spring bolt cushions, and carrier arms.
Also included is the correct way to easily remove and install new universal joints in the C4's axle shafts.
With 32 pages and 78 detailed photos, this chapter goes into details not seen in any other instructional manual. Written in easy-to-understand language, this is a must have for the novice hot-rodder and the Corvette enthusiast.
NEW! Chapters are now packaged for the front and rear of the C4 Corvette - and at discounts from single chapter purchases!
Chapter 8 of 1957 CORVETTE RESTOMOD by Steven E. Michael
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Restore C4 Corvette Rear Suspension and Brakes (Chapters 6-8)
Author Steven E. Michael walks you through the entire restoration and build process of a 1957 Corvette RestoMod.
Using the 1957 Corvette as the starting point, the chassis is upgraded with C4 Corvette (year 1996) suspension and steering components. Add a 1999 Corvette LS1 power plant and Tremec T56 manual overdrive transmission, and this will be one potent hot rod.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, the chapters speak in easy to understand language and take extra care in explaining the intricacies of restoring and modifying the C1 Corvette. Each chapter has detailed color photos with pointers to help illustrate exactly what to look for and what to do. Unlike any other car manual you have ever seen, this book will take the fear factor out of Corvette hot rodding.
This e-book package includes instructions and photos to teach and illustrate how to restore the C4 Corvette rear end.
Chapter 6 shows the correct and safe method for disassembly of the C4 Corvette rear suspension. Chapter 7 details how to rebuild the rear calipers and hubs/spindle knuckles. Chapter 8 provides detailed steps to install new suspension bushings and drivetrain universal joints.
With 80 pages and 206 detailed photos, this package is written in very high detail and always with safety in mind.
Unlike any other manual, steps are explained in detail, necessary tools are listed, and preferred parts and vendors identified.
Using the 1957 Corvette as the starting point, the chassis is upgraded with C4 Corvette (year 1996) suspension and steering components. Add a 1999 Corvette LS1 power plant and Tremec T56 manual overdrive transmission, and this will be one potent hot rod.
Written for the beginner, by a beginner, the chapters speak in easy to understand language and take extra care in explaining the intricacies of restoring and modifying the C1 Corvette. Each chapter has detailed color photos with pointers to help illustrate exactly what to look for and what to do. Unlike any other car manual you have ever seen, this book will take the fear factor out of Corvette hot rodding.
This e-book package includes instructions and photos to teach and illustrate how to restore the C4 Corvette rear end.
Chapter 6 shows the correct and safe method for disassembly of the C4 Corvette rear suspension. Chapter 7 details how to rebuild the rear calipers and hubs/spindle knuckles. Chapter 8 provides detailed steps to install new suspension bushings and drivetrain universal joints.
With 80 pages and 206 detailed photos, this package is written in very high detail and always with safety in mind.
Unlike any other manual, steps are explained in detail, necessary tools are listed, and preferred parts and vendors identified.
Chapters 6-8 of 1957 CORVETTE RESTOMOD by Steven E. Michael
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