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by bbodie52
Tue May 21, 2024 4:15 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Help with my 66 Corsa convertible
Replies: 6
Views: 130

Re: Help with my 66 Corsa convertible

Replaced the fuel pump with a NOS exact replacement of original pump. » Mon May 20, 2024 1:14 pm Thanks for the reply. Update, I did get the passenger primary carb tighten down to eliminate vacuum leak. I've taken fuel pump out and tested fine . However, in car I'm not getting any fuel from line ou...
by bbodie52
Mon May 20, 2024 8:44 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Stripped screw in my distributor.
Replies: 7
Views: 193

Re: Stripped screw in my distributor.

:think: :doh: I failed to think about my answer regarding the foam cam lubricator/breaker plate pivot point. I was trying to say that there is no reason to attempt removal of this portion of the breaker plate in order to install the optical trigger sensor on the other side (in place of the original ...
by bbodie52
Sun May 19, 2024 9:35 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Stripped screw in my distributor.
Replies: 7
Views: 193

Re: Stripped screw in my distributor.

I believe that the FAST/Crane Cams optical trigger sensor mounts in place of the ignition points on the breaker plate, which is on the breaker plate position opposite from the mounting post you are concerned with. That post only served to hold a foam lubricating pad that rubbed against the distribut...
by bbodie52
Sun May 19, 2024 8:48 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Thermistor or Gauge Malfunction?
Replies: 9
Views: 173

Re: Thermistor or Gauge Malfunction?

https://www.corvairforum.com/forum/download/file.php?id=38310 There are two electromagnetic coils inside the gauge. The one depicted on the left side acts like an electromagnetic return "spring" that provides a constant pull of the needle to the left side — whenever the ignition key is ON...
by bbodie52
Sat May 18, 2024 8:44 am
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: New owner here- couple questions
Replies: 10
Views: 231

Re: New owner here- couple questions

Here is some additional material, including some theory on how the fuel gauge circuit functions. Hopefully this will help with your troubleshooting... The attached wiring schematic shows the fuel gauge circuit on the 1964 Corvair. This is a very basic circuit, with power coming from the fuse block v...
by bbodie52
Sat May 18, 2024 8:10 am
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: New owner here- couple questions
Replies: 10
Views: 231

Re: New owner here- couple questions

The attached 1963 Corvair Seat Belt Installation Instruction Sheet might be helpful.
by bbodie52
Thu May 16, 2024 9:39 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Horn Repair?
Replies: 12
Views: 702

Re: Horn Repair?

Corvair Horny.jpg
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by bbodie52
Wed May 15, 2024 9:13 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: RIP Timothy Shortle (1961-2024)
Replies: 17
Views: 877

Re: RIP Timothy Shortle (1961-2024)

https://cache.legacy.net/legacy/images/cobrands/durangoherald/photos/1511164_20240513.jpgx?w=439&h=500&option=3 Timothy Shortle Obituary Timothy Gerard Shortle was a great husband, father, and car enthusiast. Timothy Shortle was born on June 22nd, 1961 in Covina, California. He started his ...
by bbodie52
Tue May 14, 2024 8:33 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: 1966 monza takes many tries to start up
Replies: 10
Views: 259

Re: 1966 monza takes many tries to start up

A proper tune-up and system analysis will go a long way toward an easier, more-reliable startup. Follow all of the tuning, throttle synchronization and choke adjustment procedures as covered in the shop manual. A weak coil output or degraded ignition points/faulty condenser can contribute to the pro...
by bbodie52
Mon May 13, 2024 9:55 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: New Member Saying Hi
Replies: 15
Views: 353

Re: New Member Saying Hi

:wave: :welcome2: Welcome to the Corvair Forum! I have been a member of the Corvair Forum since August 2012. In that time I have corresponded with Corvair fans throughout Europe, in South Africa, Japan, Canada, and South America. You are one of very few that I've heard from in Australia! As you said...
by bbodie52
Sat May 11, 2024 9:34 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: First start in 32 years.
Replies: 22
Views: 462

Re: First start in 32 years.

The spark plugs on the right side were all rusty. The left side were not. All plugs were black with soot. Must have been running rich. #6 was the cleanest of all. I’ll share a picture below. The carburetor butterflies will not open. I’m not sure why. I’m buying carburetor cleaner and carb kits. My ...
by bbodie52
Thu May 09, 2024 10:58 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Engine Stand, easy question to answer
Replies: 44
Views: 811

Re: Engine Stand, easy question to answer

https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2015/11/03/08/56/question-mark-1019820_960_720.jpg https://images.thdstatic.com/productImages/bd972ea4-c550-455c-b293-a43d3857c236/svn/sunex-tools-engine-stands-8300gb-64_1000.jpg A generic engine stand like the one above can be used to mount a Corvair engine, but then...
by bbodie52
Thu May 09, 2024 10:00 am
Forum: DIY - Explanations and Demonstrations
Topic: Radio replacement
Replies: 2
Views: 108

Re: Radio replacement

I don't know your technical background or how comfortable you are with reading Corvair wiring schematic diagrams. Your aftermarket radio likely requires both a switched (ignition switch control) and unswitched power source. The latter draws only a little power, but allows the radio electronics "...
by bbodie52
Wed May 08, 2024 12:45 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Tire pressure
Replies: 12
Views: 322

Re: Tire pressure

:welcome2: :wave: :wave: Welcome to the Corvair Forum! Sizing Corvair Wheels and Tires :link: http://autoxer.skiblack.com/tires.html Tire pressure The factory recommended tire pressure settings were selected to dial in understeer and provide a comfortable ride on bias ply tires being the important c...
by bbodie52
Wed May 08, 2024 11:57 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Trans Axle Fluid
Replies: 3
Views: 113

Re: Trans Axle Fluid

Although it is somewhat pricey, I have come to believe that these Royal Purple motor oil and gear lube products are a good match for the Corvair engine and manual transaxle. https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/1863295/RP_Synthetic_Expert_Logo_Black_Text_Logo.jpg?p=facebook HIGH PERFORMANCE ENGINE OIL ...
by bbodie52
Tue May 07, 2024 12:09 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: LM Front Speaker Replacement options?
Replies: 16
Views: 357

Re: LM Front Speaker Replacement options?

Original used Corvair speakers may suffer from degraded sound due to the age of the speaker cone material. Cone material may be damaged or torn as they wear out with exposure to heat, moisture, and usage. You may be happier with a modern replacement. :google: :search: https://www.google.com/search?q...

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