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by pete
Sat Feb 17, 2024 3:33 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: 1966 140 secondary carb linkage
Replies: 21
Views: 582

Re: 1966 140 secondary carb linkage

I have what you need, my 65 with 4000 miles is all original as new, PM sent. Good day, pete
by pete
Thu Jun 24, 2021 12:38 pm
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: 3400 mile 1965 Monza 140
Replies: 11
Views: 1169

Re: 3400 mile 1965 Monza 140

good afternoon, a few more pics for viewing, thanks for looking and good day, pete
by pete
Wed Jun 23, 2021 6:35 am
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: 3400 mile 1965 Monza 140
Replies: 11
Views: 1169

3400 mile 1965 Monza 140

Hello, three months ago I was able to purchase a 1965 Monza with just 3400 miles driven. The car was purchased from the daughter of the original owner. She received the car in 2002. The Monza was last plated in 1967, it comes with full documentation including the dealer order form. It sat idle for o...
by pete
Fri May 13, 2016 12:53 pm
Forum: Corvair of the Month Calendar Page (Sponsored by Clark's Corvair Parts)
Topic: VOTE - Corvair of the Month May 2016
Replies: 9
Views: 6713

Re: ENTER - Corvair of the Month May 2016

Thanks Nate, note in the engine bay pic the original air cleaner decal, paper labels for the PCV valve and generator as well as the original metal foil tags for each carb (date and part number). Also note on the cold air bulkhead fitting the "Engineered by Chevrolet" foil decal. I have see...
by pete
Mon May 09, 2016 12:46 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Type of engine oil
Replies: 34
Views: 11420

Re: Type of engine oil

The NAPA or WIX filters can be purchased over the counter or "will call" next day with no shipping charges if picked up at store location. This makes them very affordable.
by pete
Fri May 06, 2016 4:44 pm
Forum: Corvair of the Month Calendar Page (Sponsored by Clark's Corvair Parts)
Topic: VOTE - Corvair of the Month May 2016
Replies: 9
Views: 6713

Re: ENTER - Corvair of the Month May 2016

Hello all, here is my 1964 Greenbrier van. This van is unique in that it is black/white with delux interior and white painted bumpers. Not many around with this combination. What really sets this van off is that it is original, unrestored with just 38,000 miles since new. It is a 110HP with 4-speed....
by pete
Sun May 01, 2016 9:51 pm
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: 1964 greenbrier (original and unrestored)
Replies: 7
Views: 1558

1964 greenbrier (original and unrestored)

Hello all, I will be entering my 64 Greenbrier in the May "corvair of the month" This van is very special in a number of ways. It is all original including paint, interior, chassis and driveline. It is black/white with delux interior and white painted bumpers. It is a 110 HP with 4 speed. ...
by pete
Thu Apr 28, 2016 3:27 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Spark Plugs
Replies: 16
Views: 3497

Re: Spark Plugs

looks like wrong heat range. I would stick with the current OEM service replacements available at NAPA all day long. Picture of my 63 Monza original plugs and current replacements. Note the tip length. Good day, pete
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by pete
Tue Apr 26, 2016 10:38 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Type of engine oil
Replies: 34
Views: 11420

Re: Type of engine oil

You can use any good quality "modern oil" for your car, I use Pennzoil in all my classics including the air cooled ones. I used NAPA filters, made in America and on the shelf new. Remember to change oil every 3000 miles or 6 months. The "cheapest" and most beneficial thing you wi...
by pete
Mon Oct 13, 2014 10:10 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Ignition switch options
Replies: 3
Views: 397

Re: Ignition switch options

I have been "maintaining" original classics for over 30 years. My experience with NOS and REPO parts has led me to always use NOS/OEM parts or rebuild the original. Most original electrical switches/components can be disassembled on a bench, cleaned and put back together. I have done this ...
by pete
Mon Oct 13, 2014 9:46 pm
Forum: Corvair Video and Photo Threads
Topic: Today I drove my Corvair to...
Replies: 169
Views: 49803

Re: Today I drove my Corvair to...

Took the "new" Monza out today for a drive in northern Arizona. Went up to the ski area (snowbowl) to check out the fall colors and enjoy the 55 degree fall weather. Parked the car at the 9200 foot elevation, car ran excellent all day long, no problems up here at all. At 9000 feet the 102 ...
by pete
Wed Oct 08, 2014 4:50 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Tire Specs
Replies: 12
Views: 6824

Re: Tire Specs

I went to Discount Tire, and they got the Maxxis for me for their cost, no shipping cost either. They beat all the supplier prices by far. These tires are excellent "modern" tires, look good, drive well and the speedometer is dead on. Good enough for my "Lambrecht" 63 Monza.
by pete
Tue Aug 26, 2014 1:59 pm
Forum: Body/VIN Tag Decoding
Topic: 65 VIN/Trim Tag de-code
Replies: 5
Views: 2802

Re: 65 VIN/Trim Tag de-code

Thanks guys, I appreciate the response and information. Also note on the VIN plate what appears to be a date stamp (7.25.65) with the characters individually struck next to the "DD". Anyone seen this before? Maybe a dealer delivery date to customer? Thanks and good day. Pete Northern Arizona
by pete
Tue Aug 26, 2014 9:24 am
Forum: Body/VIN Tag Decoding
Topic: 65 VIN/Trim Tag de-code
Replies: 5
Views: 2802

65 VIN/Trim Tag de-code

Good morning, looking for some help to decode this 65 that's out there. Thanks and good day. pete
by pete
Mon Aug 25, 2014 10:43 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Greenbrier Body and VIN Tag Locations
Replies: 4
Views: 771

Re: Greenbrier Body and VIN Tag Locations

Here is a pic of the trim tag for my 63, 37,000 mile original. The tag clearly shows the paint and trim codes. good day
by pete
Wed Aug 13, 2014 9:42 am
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: 1965 Corsa Coupe Turbo — $39,500 — Worth It?
Replies: 7
Views: 1411

Re: 1965 Corsa Coupe Turbo — $39,500 — Worth It?

This is a very nice car, if its as advertised I would take it over a comparable restored example. They are only original once, sometimes you have to pay for this, even with the "aged patina" included. Good day, pete

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