It's amazing to see a guy on utube who is diligent and avoids false information. I have the same manual though it was used on a 64 corvan the phone company sold to the resort I worked at. The phone company put a door in the quarter panel the access the battery easily.
I'm glad you enjoyed. I don't know everything, but I try to do the best I can. I've seen a lot of cobbled up crap on these cars over the years. They were odd, and cheap. People made them work however they could. This is unfortunate because they usually require quite a bit of sorting. Thanks for watching.
Been there, done that and I didn't have the luxury of a shop, power tools or an engine stand. I did it in a gravel driveway and the porch of my mobile home. It was true shade tree mechanic style except for the machine work. I was a self taught mechanic. I say "was" because I'm now 84 and gave up working on vehicles several years ago. I don't even change oil these days.
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I don't recall how much I have in it, and I'm not sure I would talk about it anyway. These old cars are never really a financial win, and parts prices vary based on your location and availability. Sorry, can't help you on the cost. Check out the Corvair ranch if you want an idea of what a complete rebuilt engine is worth. Thanks again.
@@SlowCarFix solid, I'll check them out, thanks for the lead! I just bought my first Corvair and I am getting into repair for the first time. Relying a lot on all you guys on TH-cam and your great videos. Thanks again
Hello, I bought a Corvair, which I imported to France. Unfortunately the engine consumes a lot of oil, so I have to redo the engine, your videos will be very useful to me !!! thank you
Hello The vehicle arrived on the continent at the beginning of 2021. From 1964 to 2021 this car belonged to a gentleman in Florida (very nice). I was looking for car type MG and found this convertible in Florida. So I had it imported (sorry for those to whom this might shock). I didn’t know the Corvair, but I fell in love with an AMERICAN vehicle. I am therefore the second owner. It's a very clean and very healthy car. The engine was rebuilt in 2009, but today it uses a lot of oil. I know absolutely nothing in mechanics (French or American). Your videos will help me a lot !!! Unfortunately in France the Corvair is not very well known. For repair this engine, I only have your videos and those of other Corvair enthusiasts. Would it be possible to exchange private emails, asking for advice? Regards
@@SlowCarFix I did the same, but sadly the machine shop screwed up the job... the size & alloy they used were incorrect ... three came loose while bench testing the engine (modified 164 Spyder) blowing those cylinders.. it was a mess to say the least. Great vid BTW 👍
Hello, Very nice video, very useful!!! Little question. Could you tell me the meaning of the gasket cylinder to block. Is it necessary to put a sealant type silicone? thank you for your answers
There are base gaskets that go between each cylinder and block. They come in steel or copper, I believe. There is no silicone, these are metal gaskets. Hope that helps.
I'm glad you enjoyed it, part 2 is coming soon. The lower cylinder baffles are held on with retaining spring clips that clip on to the lower head studs. They have to be installed before the push rod tubes.
great video, thanks for taking the time and showing the little tricks, looking forward to part 2. And the 55 build! hows the malibu and the bug running?
Thanks for watching Luc, glad you enjoyed. The 55, the bug, why do you have to bring up such painful subjects lol. Malibu is running good. Could do a follow up video on that.
How is this engine assembly when the case and cylinder heads are already done? Maybe toss the wasted face time (nobody wants to see) and teardown and put in the content that the title depicts
Sorry you didn't enjoy, many other people did. There are millions of videos on TH-cam, I hope that you find what you are looking for. If you don't, then perhaps you could make a video to show what you feel that my video is missing. Best of luck with your search.
Thanks!
thank you
Extreme engine maintenance! The step or 4 past a tune-up!
Absolutely
Enjoyed the video. Took me back to my 63 Monza Spyder Convertable. It was a great, fun car I never should have sold.
Glad you enjoyed it
Such a great covair video! Cheers for sharing
Glad you enjoyed it!
Thank you for sharing your Corvair experience. I had a 1966 Corvair one time. Loved it.
I'm glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.
I found this at the right time, im going to check out a greenbrier van, and need to brush up on these flat 6 motors.
I'm glad you found it, I hope it helps. There's lots of vair content on my channel. Thanks for watching.
It's amazing to see a guy on utube who is diligent and avoids false information. I have the same manual though it was used on a 64 corvan the phone company sold to the resort I worked at. The phone company put a door in the quarter panel the access the battery easily.
I'm glad you enjoyed. I don't know everything, but I try to do the best I can. I've seen a lot of cobbled up crap on these cars over the years. They were odd, and cheap. People made them work however they could. This is unfortunate because they usually require quite a bit of sorting. Thanks for watching.
Been there, done that and I didn't have the luxury of a shop, power tools or an engine stand. I did it in a gravel driveway and the porch of my mobile home. It was true shade tree mechanic style except for the machine work. I was a self taught mechanic. I say "was" because I'm now 84 and gave up working on vehicles several years ago. I don't even change oil these days.
Thanks for sharing
I would replace the rod bolt and nut with new ARP products. If a rod bolt or nut breaks it can cause some heavy damage.
I replaced the pistons and connecting rods and the rods come with new bolts and I bought new rod nuts. Thanks for watching.
@@SlowCarFix You've done a great job, very good video.
@@LBCTITAN thank you very much.
Nice video! I'll be assembling my '67 140 next month. Building is satisfying and therapeutic.
Glad you enjoyed.
I just found your videos after searching for info on corvair engines and I have learned so much from your video
Thanks, glad to help.
Nice work, awesome stuff!!!!
Thanks very much.
what were you at all in for this project? great work, great video
Thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I don't recall how much I have in it, and I'm not sure I would talk about it anyway. These old cars are never really a financial win, and parts prices vary based on your location and availability. Sorry, can't help you on the cost. Check out the Corvair ranch if you want an idea of what a complete rebuilt engine is worth. Thanks again.
@@SlowCarFix solid, I'll check them out, thanks for the lead! I just bought my first Corvair and I am getting into repair for the first time. Relying a lot on all you guys on TH-cam and your great videos. Thanks again
I'm waiting for a FULL assembly, including cam install/case assembly, not starting from a short block.
check out Dave motohead's videos. He might have a video on that. This one is running well and I'm looking forward to driving it more on the spring.
@@SlowCarFix I'm envious. Keep the wheels down.
Where's part two? Been waiting quite a while can't seem to find it
There isn't one unfortunately. Go pro ate it. Sorry.
Hello, I bought a Corvair, which I imported to France. Unfortunately the engine consumes a lot of oil, so I have to redo the engine, your videos will be very useful to me !!! thank you
Best of luck with your project. Where was it imported from?
Hello
The vehicle arrived on the continent at the beginning of 2021. From 1964 to 2021 this car belonged to a gentleman in Florida (very nice). I was looking for car type MG and found this convertible in Florida. So I had it imported (sorry for those to whom this might shock). I didn’t know the Corvair, but I fell in love with an AMERICAN vehicle. I am therefore the second owner. It's a very clean and very healthy car. The engine was rebuilt in 2009, but today it uses a lot of oil. I know absolutely nothing in mechanics (French or American). Your videos will help me a lot !!!
Unfortunately in France the Corvair is not very well known. For repair this engine, I only have your videos and those of other Corvair enthusiasts. Would it be possible to exchange private emails, asking for advice?
Regards
How did you measure the crank mains without splitting the block ?
I didn't measure the crank mains. I measured the crank where the rod bearings sit with a dividing caliper, and a vernier.
@@SlowCarFix Then you can't say the crank is fully in spec
@notsogreat123 I didn't. I said what I measured was in spec. I have 5000 miles on this engine now and no issues.
All I can say is it is only money, Better than spending it on beer!🤣
I don't drink, just cars and coffee.
Enjoyed the video!
Your input on this build is greatly valued by me and for posterity!
Looking forward to the next one.
Thanks very much for watching and the nice comment. I'm glad you enjoyed.
Good to see you back Ed. I see that 55 in the background!
Thanks James, just need a break from time to time. More coming.
I am going to start work on my Dad's 65, it also Hasn't been on the road since 83'. But will still fire while I pour the fuel
watch for mouse nests under the top shroud. It'll quickly make it over heat or start a fire.
Did you replace any of the valve guides?
I brought the heads to a machine shop, they replaced any of the guides that were worn excessively.
Worn valve guides should absolutely be replaced.
@@SlowCarFix I did the same, but sadly the machine shop screwed up the job... the size & alloy they used were incorrect ... three came loose while bench testing the engine (modified 164 Spyder) blowing those cylinders.. it was a mess to say the least. Great vid BTW 👍
Where did you purchase the manual for the motor and what’s it titled? I keep googling it and I find manuals for the whole car
I use the GM service manual. It is for the whole car mechanicals, there's a separate one for the body related stuff.
Excellent video. Do they make roller rocker sets for these?
Yes they do. I believe Clark's Corvair sells them. I have seen them before.
Did you put new lifters on the old cam?
Yes I did. With assembly lube. It's working great, drove it all day today.
Hello,
Very nice video, very useful!!! Little question.
Could you tell me the meaning of the gasket cylinder to block. Is it necessary to put a sealant type silicone? thank you for your answers
There are base gaskets that go between each cylinder and block. They come in steel or copper, I believe. There is no silicone, these are metal gaskets. Hope that helps.
merci
Great video thanks! What holds the lower baffle shroud in place?
I'm glad you enjoyed it, part 2 is coming soon. The lower cylinder baffles are held on with retaining spring clips that clip on to the lower head studs. They have to be installed before the push rod tubes.
great video, thanks for taking the time and showing the little tricks, looking forward to part 2. And the 55 build! hows the malibu and the bug running?
Thanks for watching Luc, glad you enjoyed. The 55, the bug, why do you have to bring up such painful subjects lol. Malibu is running good. Could do a follow up video on that.
How is this engine assembly when the case and cylinder heads are already done? Maybe toss the wasted face time (nobody wants to see) and teardown and put in the content that the title depicts
Sorry you didn't enjoy, many other people did. There are millions of videos on TH-cam, I hope that you find what you are looking for. If you don't, then perhaps you could make a video to show what you feel that my video is missing. Best of luck with your search.
You did not show putting any of the jugs on
No, I did not. Sorry about that.
If you were working on a motorcycle, You'd call that a "top end " rebuild. I'm hoping I can get away with that on my '62.
Agreed - I think it was the right choice for this car to not split the block. I wish I was that lucky with my '66 Corsa.