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by mlewisariz
Fri Apr 13, 2018 8:35 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Turbo usage
Replies: 11
Views: 2327

Re: Turbo usage

Oh...Well I guess I should see if some of the extra sets of rods I've got might be turbo parts. I know there is a timing cover and 1 head with 6 valves(no springs,keepers,or retainers) Also need to check the crankshafts. The 63 motor referenced isn't mine,but the owner asked me about my turbo stuff ...
by mlewisariz
Tue Apr 10, 2018 7:43 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Turbo usage
Replies: 11
Views: 2327

Turbo usage

Looking for info or opinions about installing a stock turbo system on a non turbo engine. Any problems w/non turbo heads and valve differences? All parts are 1963. Have most turbo parts including distributor and the engine is a 98 or 102 horse. How about camshaft differences? The install would be in...
by mlewisariz
Sat Jul 01, 2017 7:14 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: OT: what is this tool?
Replies: 6
Views: 7140

Re: OT: what is this tool?

It's a locking clamp,possibly for sheet metal or woodworking.The finger on the handle end would adjust towards the outer end until it contacts clamped

surfaces,then squeeze handle and it will lock down. Similar to a pair of vise-grips.
by mlewisariz
Thu Jun 29, 2017 7:48 am
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Forum newbie
Replies: 5
Views: 612

Re: Forum newbie

From 1967 to 1972 I had 3 EM's previously mentioned in my intro post,and was a charter CORSA member.I rejoined CORSA 3 years ago. I'm retired from professional motorsports as a fabricator and mechanic.I do almost all my own work,except for upholstery. I've gotten the Clark's catalogs and have most f...
by mlewisariz
Wed Jun 28, 2017 8:15 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Forum newbie
Replies: 5
Views: 612

Forum newbie

Hello ,from Arizona.This is my first post.I have a 1966 Corsa 4/spd coupe which I inherited from a long time friend a couple of years ago.The car is in project condition,but not too far from completion.Many years ago,I have had 62 Monza,62 Spyder conv.,and 63 Spyder coupe,so I'm not totally lost.But...

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