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by b74eqcm
Wed Jun 21, 2017 2:57 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Fuel
Replies: 23
Views: 4281

Re: Fuel

Yes, the small can to the right of the pump is a filter. You really didn't complete your thought. 3 miles later, what happened? Engine died? Wouldn't restart? You checked for gas in the carbs and there wasn't any? More info please.
by b74eqcm
Fri Jun 02, 2017 7:39 pm
Forum: Body/VIN Tag Decoding
Topic: Need examples of 62 & 63 Fisher Trim tags
Replies: 14
Views: 4868

Re: Need examples of 62 & 63 Fisher Trim tags

1963 Monza Coupe
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by b74eqcm
Tue May 30, 2017 10:53 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Turbo compressor...
Replies: 15
Views: 2063

Re: Turbo compressor...

Thompson is the "T" in TRW.
by b74eqcm
Sun May 14, 2017 3:33 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: 67 Won't Idle
Replies: 31
Views: 5352

Re: 67 Won't Idle

I wonder if this is a car you've been driving regularly or if it is a car you are 'bring back to life'? Because this sounds to me like you've got a combination of old gas and/or junk in the fuel tank, which has now infected your rebuilt carbs. The distributor curve etc doesn't account for the poor i...
by b74eqcm
Sat May 06, 2017 7:07 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Temp light on at idle
Replies: 14
Views: 2370

Re: Temp light on at idle

In one of your late posts you said you would put your old switch in and see what happens. Well I thought your new switch was telling you something the old switch was not. Now the old switch that didn't send a signal & turn the light on seems to be the culprit that caused you some big problems. ...
by b74eqcm
Tue May 02, 2017 3:08 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Temp light on at idle
Replies: 14
Views: 2370

Re: Temp light on at idle

Yes. Remember that the light comes on for both low oil pressure and high engine temperature. At idle, low oil pressure is more likely. The way to be sure is to run it until the light comes on, and unplug the oil pressure switch to see if the light goes out. Check your oil level, and while you have t...
by b74eqcm
Mon Apr 17, 2017 10:16 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Removing heli-coil/time serts ?
Replies: 4
Views: 541

Re: Removing heli-coil/time serts ?

I am in the 'if it works, leave it alone' group. If you're catching enough threads that you can torque the plug correctly, and you have the correct penetration into the cylinder, I'd call it a win and move on.
by b74eqcm
Wed Apr 12, 2017 7:25 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Hey can someone decode this for me?
Replies: 3
Views: 717

Re: Hey can someone decode this for me?

oops. Missed the first row:

Power Convertible Top
Tinted glass - all
4 speed
Comfort and Convenience B
Padded Dash
by b74eqcm
Wed Apr 12, 2017 7:23 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Hey can someone decode this for me?
Replies: 3
Views: 717

Re: Hey can someone decode this for me?

Comfort and Convenience A
180 hp turbo engine
spare tire lock
Custom Deluxe Front Seat Belts with Retractors
by b74eqcm
Mon Apr 10, 2017 2:42 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: New Member
Replies: 3
Views: 514

Re: New Member

It will really help to know where you are located... I'm thinking you transposed two numbers on the head casting. If it is 6256721 then they are from a 1960. I don't have anything that matches the number you gave. Is there perhaps another letter after the "Z" on the engine stamp? If there ...
by b74eqcm
Sun Apr 02, 2017 2:22 am
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: 63' Spyder - Strange Engine Noise (link to audio)
Replies: 4
Views: 736

Re: 63' Spyder - Strange Engine Noise (link to audio)

Sounds like a dry or failing blower bearing.
by b74eqcm
Tue Mar 14, 2017 4:14 am
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: 1964 four door automatic project by remote
Replies: 99
Views: 12066

Re: 1964 four door automatic project by remote

Ecklund, Some people do upgrade the brakes on Corvairs. Folks who have been building and restoring Corvairs for decades will tell you that in most every circumstance (except racing), the stock brakes are fine. I don't think an upgrade to discs, for example, is worth the effort. Having said that, the...
by b74eqcm
Mon Mar 13, 2017 4:23 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: Oil pump housing
Replies: 20
Views: 2739

Re: Oil pump housing

[/quote] I thought solid 20 psi with a cordless drill motor was pretty good. In any case going from 20 on the bench to zero is a big jump. Measuring with the gauge that is tied into the pressure switch. My indicator light also came on. [/quote] This makes me wonder: Is the oil pressure gauge electri...
by b74eqcm
Sat Mar 04, 2017 7:42 am
Forum: Body/VIN Tag Decoding
Topic: 1966 500 with NO OPTIONS!
Replies: 3
Views: 1182

1966 500 with NO OPTIONS!

I've been looking at a 66 500 sport sedan, and asked the seller to send me the body tag. Here it is: IMG_20170304_080950645.jpg White exterior, red interior, 3 speed, 95 hp, and NO options. :eek: Not sure I've ever seen one before. Just thought I'd share. The price seems reasonable, but until you se...
by b74eqcm
Wed Feb 22, 2017 8:06 pm
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: Memoirs of a Monza
Replies: 71
Views: 9518

Re: Memoirs of a Monza

My list shows an RD as a 1965 110 hp. The air outlet doors work on a thermostatically controlled bellows. They should be closed until the engine heats up, then open to allow more air flow. One that's open all the time has let the magic smoke out (well, into) the bellows. Easily replaced. You will wa...
by b74eqcm
Wed Feb 22, 2017 4:15 am
Forum: Member's Rides, Projects, and Builds
Topic: Memoirs of a Monza
Replies: 71
Views: 9518

Re: Memoirs of a Monza

Joe, If the temp/press light does not come on when the key is on and the engine not running, try this simple test: remove the wire from the oil pressure switch and ground it. See if the light comes on in the dash. If it does, your problem is the switch. If it does not, the problem is either the bulb...

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