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by ptr
Mon Jun 26, 2017 6:16 am
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Neighbors put brakes on Corvair collection article link
Replies: 9
Views: 1794

Neighbors put brakes on Corvair collection article link

There was an article in the local paper about it this morning:

http://lafayettejournal.in.newsmemory.c ... =1f0bb21e3


'66 Convertible
by ptr
Tue Jun 06, 2017 7:32 am
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: OPG has a Corvair catalog coming soon
Replies: 57
Views: 7489

Re: OPG has a Corvair catalog coming soon

barrist wrote:I would just like to see a Catalog. All I have so far, are E-mails from OPG.

Maybe I'm wrong,

Bill
I believe they said the initial catalog would be out this fall.


'66 Convertible
by ptr
Sun May 14, 2017 7:12 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: Corvair Playlist - what do you listen too?
Replies: 15
Views: 2738

Re: Corvair Playlist - what do you listen too?

Driving and rocking out are two of my favorite things and they go so well together. I have a convertible so let's cover the spring/summer, top down songs first: Mr. Blue Sky - ELO (first song on the list, especially for that first spring day) Ragtop Day - Jimmy Buffett Sunshine Day - Brady Bunch (ye...
by ptr
Fri Dec 02, 2016 10:15 pm
Forum: Ask your Mechanical Questions here
Topic: LM guys with the 7" and 8" wide wheel setup, got a question.
Replies: 11
Views: 1476

Re: LM guys with the 7" and 8" wide wheel setup, got a question.

This is an excellent thread full of great information. As I plan my LM build I've bookmarked this one to come back to when I get to the point of buying wheels and tires. Thanks to everyone who has shared their experience and knowledge. On a forum for a different marque that I follow there is a secti...
by ptr
Tue Nov 29, 2016 10:10 pm
Forum: Corvair Video and Photo Threads
Topic: Video of my 66 corsa
Replies: 23
Views: 3279

Re: Video of my 66 corsa

While 15 inch performance tires are getting scarcer as the rage is now 19+ inch wheels, there will continue to be a strong market for 15 inch performance tires for theforeseeable future as 15 inch is the largest diameter allowed for most first and second generation Miatas for SCCA SOLO I/II autocros...
by ptr
Sat Nov 26, 2016 8:40 pm
Forum: Corvair Video and Photo Threads
Topic: My '65 Corsa Project Car...
Replies: 3
Views: 957

My '65 Corsa Project Car...

[emoji106] Looking good!

Is that a tan interior? Please post some interior shots.

I'm at the other end of my '65 convertible project - still soda blasting and considering interior/exterior colors and trim.

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by ptr
Mon Nov 21, 2016 1:05 pm
Forum: V8's - V6's - and...?
Topic: Thunder Kiss '65 Project
Replies: 162
Views: 22213

Re: Thunder Kiss '65 Project

Talking of cool details: its also got this old High School parking permit sticker, in the windscreen (English for windshield) I realize this thread is old, but wanted to point out that the car wears an Indiana license plate in some of the photos. There is a Mater Dei high school in Evansville that ...
by ptr
Thu Nov 17, 2016 9:19 am
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: U Haul Towing
Replies: 19
Views: 2409

Re: U Haul Towing

That's a slick WDH setup. I've never seen that before - very clever. If I was in the market I'd certainly give it a try. I have a Reese knock off of the equalizer with spring bars that slide on brake pads attached to the trailer. It works well and is quiet, but it does limit angles when backing up a...
by ptr
Tue Nov 15, 2016 10:32 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: U Haul Towing
Replies: 19
Views: 2409

U Haul Towing

azdave says [quote="azdave"]Here's my "evil" setup. ::-): Iol - that looks like a nice rig. I've never towed with an extended Ford van, but I've read many horror stories on RV forums about them. The general consensus is that if you need an extended van to tow with you should go w...
by ptr
Sun Nov 13, 2016 5:37 pm
Forum: Corvair Talk
Topic: U Haul Towing
Replies: 19
Views: 2409

U Haul Towing

The keys to stable towing are a long wheelbase, a short distance between the rear axle of the tow vehicle and the hitch ball (why fifth wheels are best and Ford extended vans are evil) and keeping the center of gravity in front of the trailer wheels. I just towed a 65 convertible 250 miles loaded fr...
by ptr
Fri Nov 04, 2016 7:44 pm
Forum: DIY - Explanations and Demonstrations
Topic: Easy LED Headlight Upgrade
Replies: 10
Views: 3590

Re: Easy LED Headlight Upgrade

There are many 5.75" LED lamps available for motorcycles that could be adapted. If you put an LED bulb in a halogen reflector you and everyone you meet on the road will be less than satisfied with the result. The location and size of the LEDs is different than that of the filament in a traditio...
by ptr
Wed Nov 02, 2016 9:11 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Greetings from Indiana!
Replies: 9
Views: 1127

Re: Greetings from Indiana!

Welcome fellow Hoosier. Looks like a nice list of upgrades you have there, I'm sure your son will love it. I did notice your mention of headlights and thought you might be interested in a write up I did of installing projectors. I drive in the dark a lot and they work great even with non-HID bulbs ...
by ptr
Wed Nov 02, 2016 9:05 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Greetings from Indiana!
Replies: 9
Views: 1127

Re: Greetings from Indiana!

Thanks everyone. I pulled the trigger on the '65 Monza. Going to go pick it up this weekend before I leave for a week-long trip. As I mentioned earlier it's in primer, but solid other than needing patch panels at the front of the front fenders. Once I get back I'll take and share some pictures. Sent...
by ptr
Sat Oct 29, 2016 5:03 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Greetings from Indiana!
Replies: 9
Views: 1127

Re: Greetings from Indiana!

I'm in West Lafayette.

I'll be sure to consult you before doing the top. What not to do is a good start [emoji6].


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by ptr
Fri Oct 28, 2016 10:08 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Greetings from Indiana!
Replies: 9
Views: 1127

Greetings from Indiana!

Thought I'd introduce myself after lurking for a couple of months. Apologies in advance for the length, but I wanted to share some background and what I'm thinking so you can provide input. I've gotten the itch to do another car project and my son (14) has been on me to build a car. After some resea...
by ptr
Sat Oct 08, 2016 8:06 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Affordable Plasma Cutter
Replies: 8
Views: 1448

Re: Affordable Plasma Cutter

I bought a similar Zeny Cut-50 unit from Amazon for $260. Once I tested that it worked I replaced the six foot 14 gauge power cord with a 25 foot 12 gauge cord so I can move it to a project anywhere in the garage. Very useful and relatively precise tool. Wish I'd bought one years ago. Sent from my i...

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