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by Jerry Whitt
Sun Jan 17, 2021 12:15 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Clarks lower control arm bracket
Replies: 5
Views: 700

Re: Clarks lower control arm bracket

I have the system on two Corvair. Both work really good!


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by Jerry Whitt
Mon Dec 21, 2020 6:40 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: 64 Monza Electric (?) Crapping Out
Replies: 13
Views: 1271

Re: 64 Monza Electric (?) Crapping Out

Sounds like a fuel delivery issue.


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by Jerry Whitt
Wed Nov 18, 2020 6:19 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: New Member from Northern California Bay Area
Replies: 2
Views: 421

Re: New Member from Northern California Bay Area

Welcome to the group!
Many here are really happy to answer technical questions. Be glad to help when needed. I used to teach auto tech at Cerritos College.


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by Jerry Whitt
Mon Sep 28, 2020 5:20 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: What is the age range of Corvair Fans? (POLL)
Replies: 150
Views: 153233

Re: What is the age range of Corvair Fans? (POLL)

What is the date of the Corvair meet in PalmSprings?


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by Jerry Whitt
Mon Jul 06, 2020 4:42 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: BARN FIND 1967 CORVAIR = make an offer
Replies: 6
Views: 974

Re: BARN FIND 1967 CORVAIR = make an offer

Does it have wheels and tires, which engine, price range?


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by Jerry Whitt
Fri Jul 03, 2020 10:53 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: 1965 Corsa convertible
Replies: 3
Views: 531

Re: 1965 Corsa convertible

Got a new switch today from our local O Reily auto parts. The switch seems to work great. Did notice the new LED s in the dash did not seem to be bright..


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by Jerry Whitt
Wed Jul 01, 2020 9:39 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: 1965 Corsa convertible
Replies: 3
Views: 531

1965 Corsa convertible

Recently have experienced a new issue. The headlight switch knob and shaft come out of the headlight switch. I obtained a new switch, a new bezel ring and the other attaching mechanism. When the knob is pushed into the switch, it does not click into place. The knob and shaft do not latch into place....
by Jerry Whitt
Mon Jun 29, 2020 10:13 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Cleaning gas tank
Replies: 8
Views: 1048

Re: Cleaning gas tank

One other option is to pull the tank then have it cleaned at a radiator shop
I have had this done several times and usually is less than $50.


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by Jerry Whitt
Wed Jun 24, 2020 3:32 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: My little bumblebee
Replies: 9
Views: 1560

Re: My little bumblebee

Changing to a one carb set up has some issues. CFM ratings are critical. 164 cubic inches multiplied by maximum rpm then divided 12 cubed will give you an approximate CFM rating, then multiply by 80 percent. Make sure the carburetor you chose has about the same CFM rating. Good luck! Sent from my iP...
by Jerry Whitt
Wed Jun 24, 2020 3:26 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: My little bumblebee
Replies: 9
Views: 1560

Re: My little bumblebee

Ok, I’m going to order a roger Patient carb linkage for the car. Also I’m thinking of changing my carburetor crossover with four single air cleaner. Do you know where I can get them? Today I’m going to put in my rear seat. I did the upholstery myself and I have to say they came out really good. I u...
by Jerry Whitt
Tue Jun 23, 2020 7:52 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: My little bumblebee
Replies: 9
Views: 1560

Re: My little bumblebee

Looks like a fun project. Clark’s may have the missing linkage.


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by Jerry Whitt
Thu Jun 11, 2020 5:23 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Led lights for dash board
Replies: 5
Views: 989

Re: Led lights for dash board

The LED dash lights came today.
Now comes the hard part of taking out the dash.
Fun Fun Fun!


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by Jerry Whitt
Wed Jun 10, 2020 2:24 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Led lights for dash board
Replies: 5
Views: 989

Re: Led lights for dash board

Jeff at California Corvair has some LED lights for my dash. Should be here tomorrow!!!!


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by Jerry Whitt
Tue Jun 09, 2020 4:38 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Led lights for dash board
Replies: 5
Views: 989

Re: Led lights for dash board

The picture shows exactly what I want! Where can I get those?


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by Jerry Whitt
Thu May 28, 2020 5:37 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Led lights for dash board
Replies: 5
Views: 989

Led lights for dash board

I have a 1965 Corsa convertible. Having problems with the dash lights.
Has any one installed LED lights in the dash. If the job includes pulling the dash, might as well add LEDs


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by Jerry Whitt
Tue May 26, 2020 9:37 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Charging issue 1965 Corsa 110hp
Replies: 2
Views: 358

Re: Charging issue 1965 Corsa 110hp

A failed new part is fairly common.
Good luck!


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