Corvair Forum

So I've had the cars at a few shows and the trunk is bothering me with its condition. I know I could just leave it shit but then I miss all the kids asking where the engine went! Right now it has some sort of paint that is cracking in places. Other places have a black coating of some sort ...

Five seconds out of the garage and they are chasing you already!
LOL

controversy=ratings=renewal=salary=reality programming(all scripted)=psychosis. Would you take minimum of $3000.00 week to utter any crap they write? Got out after 35 years... whew!

I see Clark's calls filler neck hose as special size. Does anyone know what size it actually is ?. Is it same size for all the year / model apps or is the large diameter different between models?OR what is diameter of metal fill pipe? I want to do some research first before I say why I'm asking?
Ross

Exactly what I wanted to know, thanks for link.
when whoever wrote about "centerhole" diameter and fittings was writing about concept of "hubcentric"? It might be mentioned that plastic or metal rings are available to take up the various dimensional adjustments when fitting wheels from different ...

I'm liking this website better and better all the time. The more I read the better I like it . Wix filters? been using 'em for 25 years since I got educated to them, didn't know there were any others. Wish all the other brands would fess up to how many of theirs are made by Wix?
Ross

Along similar lines what is max BS for a 15" rim to prevent rubbing?. I know aspect ratio of tire can change this somewhat.

ooops! 733
mea culpa!
Thanks Brad

I have a body tag which I have been able to decode using the various decode lists on this forum.There is a lot of very good info in the list. However, I am stumped by a single trim code for a '65 Los Angeles built Monza. The paint code is DD for blue mist poly and the charts says that Los Angeles ...

hrm2k
This is a terrific build and a great looking car but I have 2 questions!
What are the seats out of? They are good looking seats and look very comfortable and well padded.
Since this hasn't been converted to dry sump yet how does oil in the pan get from one side to the other due to location of ...

Ross,
Thanks for the clear answer. All is clear: should be a tight fit, measure, use good shop practice and don't start banging on things. :) Will first start cleaning and painting, as the whole suspension is out, and assemble later.

Roelof
Roelof
Don't waste any time cleaning(cursory cleaning ...

Roelof.
I get it now you are talking about the ball side of the joint. You are right it shouldn't pop out easily. I would double check to make sure its the correct ball joint. They should be press fit depends on style some are nut and bolted(or riveted or screwed in as you say) in with plates on ...

When disassambling the front suspension of my 66 the lower balljoints popped out of the lower control arms. The balljoints and rubber boots are good, but don't seem to be a really tight fit in the control arms. Any ideas? What are my options?

Thanks,
Roelof

Roefoff,
what do you mean "popped out ...

Hi newbie here,
I just retired and am looking to build a Corvair 8. I am in high desert as yourselves, Scott and Phil .
looks like I just missed a couple of biggies and nothing in December, so I'll have to wait for the next meeting................looks like you meet at the same restaurant the board ...