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CONTENTS


Acknowledgments

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

How to Restore Your Corvette: 1968-1982

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