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by bbodie52
Fri Apr 05, 2024 7:46 am
Forum: DIY - Explanations and Demonstrations
Topic: Removing Torsion Bars For Trunk
Replies: 6
Views: 166

Re: Removing Torsion Bars For Trunk

1965 Corsa Convertible Covered on page 3-12 of the attached 1966 Fisher Body Service Manual - SECTION 3 - FRONT END FRONT COMPARTMENT—CORVAIR is on page 3-11 - 3-14. ::-): :wrench: https://ssl.corvair.com/images/home-mast01.jpg :link: https://ssl.corvair.com/user-cgi/catalog.cgi?show_page=244 BODY ...
by bbodie52
Wed Apr 03, 2024 9:05 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Couple of Qs on wiring and fuel lines
Replies: 9
Views: 226

Re: Couple of Qs on wiring and fuel lines

https://www.corvairforum.com/forum/download/file.php?id=66381&mode=view The POWER wire on the coil POSITIVE (+) terminal provides voltage from the ignition switch at the instrument panel when it is in the ON position. This voltage is reduced from the battery voltage (NOMINAL 12.5 VDC) by a 1.8 ...
by bbodie52
Wed Apr 03, 2024 7:50 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Couple of Qs on wiring and fuel lines
Replies: 9
Views: 226

Re: Couple of Qs on wiring and fuel lines

https://www.corvairforum.com/forum/download/file.php?id=66380&mode=view Left-click the image to enlarge it for better viewing. Click a second time for maximum enlargement... 1964 Corvair Passenger Car Combined Schematic.jpg According to the shop manual schematic diagrams, the DARK BLUE wire con...
by bbodie52
Mon Apr 01, 2024 6:14 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Instrument cluster lighting
Replies: 28
Views: 789

Re: Instrument cluster lighting

:goodpost:

:confused: :oldtimer:

It doesn't get any easier... as my 71 year old back muscles keep reminding me!
by bbodie52
Mon Apr 01, 2024 5:42 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Instrument cluster lighting
Replies: 28
Views: 789

Re: Instrument cluster lighting

1964 Fuse Block and Fuse List.jpg PANEL LPS. Instrument Panel Lamp Radio Panel Lamp Heater Control Panel Lamp-3AG/AGC-3 Amp [/b][/size][/color] According to the 1962-1963 Shop Manual Supplement, there is a single fuse in the fuse block that feeds voltage to all of the above instrument bulbs. Power ...
by bbodie52
Fri Mar 29, 2024 8:27 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: What Kind of Fan is This?
Replies: 8
Views: 299

Re: What Kind of Fan is This?

https://www.corvairforum.com/forum/download/file.php?id=22221&mode=view https://www.corvairforum.com/forum/download/file.php?id=22220&mode=view https://www.corvairforum.com/forum/download/file.php?id=14065 1964-1969 Magnesium Corvair Blower (Fan) (Center bearing hole size was smaller in 196...
by bbodie52
Sat Mar 23, 2024 5:39 am
Forum: Corvair Video and Photo Threads
Topic: Corvair, on the Continent.
Replies: 1
Views: 111

Re: Corvair, on the Continent.

https://youtu.be/v5cTogPDHMA?si=88JicjbHJum-96Jb https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5b396f133e2d098f09ecbe1e/1533740711853-AJT7LQ443BSVFEMEOH8W/CorvairStyleV1.png?format=1500w :link: https://www.lentinello.com/corvair-style It would seem that the late model "CORVAIR STYLE" will...
by bbodie52
Fri Mar 22, 2024 4:12 am
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: 1965 Corsa Coupe
Replies: 125
Views: 3325

Re: 1965 Corsa Coupe

https://firstclassvending.com/images/logo-new.png Corvair NeverLeak Pseudo Pump Substitute Placeholder.jpg The perfect electric fuel pump conversion accessory! :thumbsupwink: :wrench: pseudo Other than what is apparent; spurious; sham. Insincere. a placeholder. ::-): :tu:
by bbodie52
Wed Mar 20, 2024 1:34 pm
Forum: Corvair Video and Photo Threads
Topic: Bad Blonde on Corvairs
Replies: 1
Views: 181

Re: Bad Blonde on Corvairs

I really enjoyed her video, and it appears to be well-researched. HOWEVER... She never shows the engine compartment (understandable, since her example is apparently a 1963 with factory air conditioning, and opening the engine compartment would be unlikely to reveal much of the engine! I found myself...
by bbodie52
Wed Mar 20, 2024 8:45 am
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: Hulkster...Something Completely Different
Replies: 7
Views: 259

Re: Hulkster...Something Completely Different

You can see it in his eyes... he is already hooked! 50 years from now he will still be driving a Corvair!! I KNOW THE FEELING! :doh: :tongue: Corvair CRAZE.jpg https://www.corvairforum.com/forum/download/file.php?id=59281&mode=view Warren Bodie and son Brad at Edwards AFB Air Show in 1965 with ...
by bbodie52
Wed Mar 20, 2024 6:25 am
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Clark's Corvair Catalog as PDF
Replies: 11
Views: 438

Re: Clark's Corvair Catalog as PDF

CORVAIR UNDERGROUND https://scontent-atl3-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.6435-9/186551626_2890135664567349_4289207729169757158_n.jpg?_nc_cat=106&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=5f2048&_nc_ohc=5p8TnugJ9AMAX_fpoVd&_nc_ht=scontent-atl3-1.xx&oh=00_AfAEHkBF6hD8bc1BkUaibIEqmRv3Uz9bv_5Gd8O0vrPlBA&oe=66224048...
by bbodie52
Tue Mar 19, 2024 12:09 pm
Forum: Body/VIN Tag Decoding
Topic: Body Tag Paint Code '61 Lakewood
Replies: 2
Views: 139

Re: Body Tag Paint Code '61 Lakewood

Interior: The 1962-63 Corvairs have an extra digit on the trim or paint section of the tag. WRN has the extra digit for interior paint on the Paint section. Ex. 922-7 = Red with black interior paint Interior paint codes: (Interior paint codes do not appear on Los Angeles built cars) 1962: 2= Blue 3...
by bbodie52
Sun Mar 17, 2024 8:43 am
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: Late Model Heater Rebuild Start to Finish.
Replies: 5
Views: 129

Re: Late Model Heater Rebuild Start to Finish.

I have a pair of 1966 Corvairs (Corsa convertible and 4-Door Sedan) that could both use a little refreshing in the heater fan department. I will try to duplicate your successful effort — using your photos as a model!

:tu: :goodpost: :ty: :coolphotos:
by bbodie52
Sun Mar 17, 2024 8:37 am
Forum: Misc. Corvair Videos and Media
Topic: 1964 Corvair — One-Millionth Car from Willow Run!
Replies: 0
Views: 149

1964 Corvair — One-Millionth Car from Willow Run!

https://media.s-bol.com/NZZxvOk8AEz/525x840.jpg :tu: A bit of Corvair History... Willow Run Assembly Plant's one millionth built car that rolled off the line on March 17, 1964. It happened to be a white 1964 Corvair convertible decorated in green shamrocks and a sign celebrating the event. Inside t...
by bbodie52
Sat Mar 16, 2024 1:18 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: which transaxle oil to use
Replies: 16
Views: 426

Re: which transaxle oil to use

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 ...

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