General Knowledge

From Car Features to Swap Meet tips and special dates, this is the place to find articles on the lighter side of the Corvette hobby.

• 15 Tips for Wheelin’ and Dealin’ at Auto Swap Meets

  To help secure the best deals possible on parts, repair manuals, literature and auto collectibles, Mike Yager, President of Mid America Motorworks, which hosts a number of dedicated Swap Meets throughout the year.

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• 1964 Styling Corvette Coupe: Significant and Surviving

  This 1964 Corvette Coupe was specially built for the Chevrolet's General Manager, Semon E.

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• 1996 Grand Sport Corvette Buyers Guide

  So you want to purchase a 1996 Grand Sport Corvette (GS) do you?

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• 327 Engine - The Mighty Mouse

  The 327 engine was introduced in the 1962 Corvette.

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• 427 Engine "Mystery Motor"

  We had some fun and rekindled fond memories last month with 327 Day, so this month we are declaring April 27th to be 427 Day!

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• 7th Generation Corvette Technology

  The C7 introduced Corvette lovers to a new level of technology.

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• Be Prepared for Fire Prevention

  October 9th is Fire Prevention Day.

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• Build Sheets & the Late Model C3

  The search for documentation to underscore originality of highly optioned, highly valued Corvettes models has led to extensive study.

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• CERV 1: Research, Racing and Revolution

  CERV 1, the first Chevrolet Engineering Research Vehicle, was conceived by Corvette Chief Engineer, Zora Arkus-Duntov, and brought to life by Corvette Designer Larry Shinoda, as a solution to the heat of the front-engined Corvette SS.

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• Computer Tunes - Are They Worth It?

  At Mid America Motorworks, we know that Corvette owners are passionate about the drive.

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• Corvette Storage Options

  For most automotive enthusiasts, the change of seasons signals the end of shows, cruise-ins and road trips for another year.

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• Corvette VIN Introduction: What Does It All Mean?

  A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique code used by auto makers to identify individual motor vehicles.

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• Drive Your Corvette to Work Day

  The Annual Drive Your Corvette To Work Day, sponsored by Mid America Motorworks, is celebrated on the Friday closest to June 30th

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• Evolution of the Corvette Steering Wheel

  When you think of your Corvette, the steering wheel is probably not the first thing that comes to mind.

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• Frequently Asked Questions about 1968-1977 Corvette Door Panels

  Learn about the changes to Corvette door panel design from 1968-1977

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• Frequently Asked Questions about Seat Restoration

  Article about Seat Restorations on all generations of Corvette

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• How to prepare your Corvette for the long winter nap

  Most owners wait until cold and snowy weather to start thinking about winter storage for their favorite cars.

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• How to Use a Screw Extractor

  Did your bolt or screw break off when you tried to remove it?

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• Moment of Inertia - Measure of an objects resistance to changes in its rotation rate

  The Moment of Inertia of a nonpoint object is calculated by the formula: I = k x R2 x M (measured in kg m²).

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• Performance Mods that YOU Can Make!

  If your Corvette seems a little slower than it used to be – or than you would like – don’t worry!

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• Pristine Style: Nostalgia in a 1954 Corvette

  The Corvette was created as an economical sports car for young adults.

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• RC Corvette Test Drive

  Remote control cars have evolved in the last 30 years to become serious hobby and collector pieces.

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• Say Hello to the C4: Buying Your First (or Next) Corvette

  The C4 Corvette is a great gateway into the Corvette ownership experience.

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• Spring Prep for Your Corvette

  Whether you’ve endured snow, rain or just colder weather, it’s time to start thinking about long, warm days on the open road.

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• The Godfather of Corvette: Zora Arkus-Duntov

  Without Zora's persistence, expertise and passion, it's hard to say where America's Sports Car would be today.

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• The Last C4

  While everyone else was ready for the first of the new generation, Mike Yager asked for the last.

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• Understanding Your Corvette’s Assembly Manual

  If you’re new to the Corvette hobby or to the various online Corvette forums, you’ve probably heard or seen the term “A.

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• VIN Decoding: C1-C3

  We recently gave you an overview of just exactly what a Corvette’s serial number or VIN can tell you.

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• VIN Decoding: C4-C7

  Mid America Motorworks has given you a general overview of the locations and changes of VINs over the years.

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• Want to keep your car running for 200,000 miles?

  Our friends at Mobil 1 shared this with the Mid America Motorworks team at a recent training session on Mobil 1 Corvette lubricants.

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