One of the most critical and tricky parts of this job is the installation. Too bad that you didn't show how you got the tank back in with the filler neck already attached. Skipping over how you did that made the video 50% useless. Shame shame.
I love Corvairs and it is good to see ya back. Getting it back to right is a test sometimes but worth it. I would recommend against the inertia switch as they are a problem unto themselves. An oil pressure switch is a better option. I wanted to put bumper guards on mine LOL. I would never drop a Corvair...not a wise idea.
@@Friedbrain11 I appreciate you sharing your opinion! I'll definitely look more into inertia switch vs oil pressure. If I like my car better without the guards I'll message you and we can work out a deal! A static drop would definitely kill the drivabilty, maybe I just do half inch? Or I win the lottery and those hydraulics on it! Haha!
Thanks for the update. You will definitely get more enjoyment with the manual transmission. Going back to my roots we just bought a '62 Spyder after years of vintage street rods / hot rods. My first car was a Corvair back in upstate NY. Moved to S.CA and picked up and raced Corvairs. Still have 55 Nomad,'74 D100,'15 cts-v but having a ton of fun with the Spyder. My '62 is the same color combination as yours Looking to find a LM Corvair w/auto for my wife now.
Beautiful Corvair! I have a 62 coupe with the 102 engine and 3 speed transmission and I really like the 3-speed actually. For one thing, it makes the car a bit more interesting since you don’t tend to see 3-speeds as often. But also, the top gear in the 3 and 4 speed transmissions are the same ratio, so it’s just the distribution of gears that is different. I’ve heard that some prefer the 3-speed over the 4 for normal 95 and 102 hp engine use and that the 4-speed really only makes a big difference with the 140 hp and turbo engines. I’m currently working on getting my Corvair to run properly again and your videos have been helpful to me. Cheers
@@liamcoyne4708 Great to hear others options on the 3 speed and 4 speed! I read something similar on a forum. Either way I'm excited to make the swap, it will feel like a whole different car!
@@jeremiahsummers8054 I’ve driven both, the 4-speed was in a Spyder turbo I went to look at. The 4-speed was nice when I was pushing the car hard but for normal driving, my 3-speed feels just as good. I love it though, I don’t feel like I’m missing that extra gear or anything.
Did you grab all the accessories for the trans swap? Shifter/cables/clutch pedal assembly/ that tube to shift the gears/ the throw out bearing assembly/pulleys and all that jazz? I recommend looking at the shirt shifter option Clarks sells. In my opinion Corvairs have a long throw shifter. I bought a parts car that had one and never looked back. Also make sure that diff is a true 64 diff for the rear sway bar bracket. I made the mistake of buying a 64 parts car that had a 63 diff when hunting down a manual swap.
@@thisone. Yes! I'm 98% sure I grabbed all the parts I needed for the swap! I'll look into short shifter kits, thanks for mentioning. The diff is a true 64 or at least had the provisions for the "leaf spring" I'll start working on a video where I pull the parts from that car!
@@benbencorvair9071 Also I tried the electric pump and that clicking noise drove me nuts. They have to be right near the tank in order to push the fuel and not pull fuel. So cant put it in the engine bay. At least thats what was only available when I tried. Good luck, car looks good. Makes me want to work on my 64 again. Its in pieces right now.
@@thisone. I've seen a pretty clean corvaur fuel pump install done on RU-vid, I don't remember if he complained of noise but I plan on copying that install. Fuel pump mounted next to tank.
Great looking car. I have a 64 Vert in the same color. You're definitely on the right track with the inner door plastic. That is exactly what the factory used. It would be sealed to the metal of the inner door with a noodle of "dum-dum". A modern equivalent would be "Duct Seal" for HVAC systems. The door fuzzies along the lower window line are great for anti-rattle, but they really don't make any attempt to keep water out. Also great to ensure all your drains are clear. This counts for the not only the front and rear windows, but also the grates along the cowl. If you spray water along the top of the window/cowl it should be verified that it's coming out the bottom. The cowl drains out a very large round hole on the underside of the fender behind tire. The area is very prone to filling with debris. The front windows drain out the bottom of the door. The back windows drain out through a round rubber "valve" in the floor into the sill where another rubber flapper in the backside of the sill allows it out. Of course if any of these are blocked then water is going to sit and rust along with evaporate in that Texas heat creating high humidity that will make any cardboard product swell and degrade. Really great to see you enjoying yours so much. Maybe look up a period window "swamp cooler" to give you some cool air. Thanks again.
@@darinwink-ou4qk Thanks for the advice! I think I've cleaned out the rear drain holes before, the door drains are clear and the cowl ones are also clear, I remember cleaning out the cowl drain and Sooo much dirt and leaves came out of there! I briefly looked into those classic style window swamp coolers, less expensive than AC kits but I think I'll end up installing an AC kit, that way I have cool air even if I'm sitting in traffic!
@@melissajones-zv8cd I wish I was met with a bigger engine and a 4 speed in the parts car I stripped. Oh well at least I'll have a fresh engine and manual transmission!
Hey BenBen! Sounds like You have allot of plans for the 64; I was kind of worried at the beginning of the video you sounded a little discouraged, & sounded like you were ready to throw in the towel. Well speaking for myself it took me 7 years to get my 65 Corsa turbo done, & I had a few set backs along the way, But I did see it through. My only regret is I've taken on some other projects that have taken away time on my 3 Corvair's like 1959 M-F 50 tractor which I want to do a repaint on as well put in some new gauges. Every thing else is done on it the only problem is it's a working tractor so I have to wait till the right time when it's not in use to finish it. Then there's my 1999 C3500 dump truck that I use year around which only has 53,000 miles on the clock, & I don't use it this time of year because the A/C doesn't work, But I just ordered a new compressor with a clutch for it which will be here next Monday so I'll be putting that in. I have a 07 Trailblazer that needs a few things done to it before I sell it with only 72,000 on the clock, & a 08 Cobalt Sport Coupe that I'm going to put for sell as well with 83,000 on the clock, & Ill be putting some new tire's on this month, But I'm going to hold on to it a little longer because it's very fun to drive, & is very reliable. Long story short I'm retired but you can still only get so much done at a time; So I hope next year to be focusing on the 3 Corvair's, & one of those is going to be put up for sale. Thanks for the update, & I'll be looking forward to your next video; Oh by the way have you given a name for your 64? Take it easy.
@@ACF6180T I've stumbled across some project cars on FB marketplace that I was close to going out to look at, but I lack the space for another project! You sure have a lot to work on with yours haha. I have not named my car and don't think i will. Thanks for the comment!
@@benbencorvair9071 Yeah; I had 3 Corvair's when I moved here 28 years ago then I bought the 67 Convertible, & sold the 60 700 because I needed more room. I've noticed when you have a bigger garage, & property you have to acquire other Items to work the land, & maintain it. I just need to let go of some of the vehicles that are not being used enough. I also bought a new tractor in 2018 so I have two tractors now; I just like to have back up on some things. I still want to get a 65 or 67 Monza Sport sedan someday, But that would mean letting go of another Corvair? Well getting back to your 64 IMHO I think the 164 C.I. 95 HP are one of the most stout engines💪💪💪as far as the 164 engine. Hope You, & your family have a HAPPY 4th of July.
Depends what you are comfortable with doing. Rear end needs to be up on Jack stands, tires need to come off and Axles need to be pulled out to gain access to the head of the bolt that holds the bushings. Then you will use a jack to lower and raise the ends of the spring.
My first car was a 64 Corvair... Had to replace a couple of powerglides due to "spirited" driving habits... I did NOT remove the engine or transaxle, merely took the transmission out by itself... Seems like a LOT more work in your video... Luckily, easy engine to remove replace overall... Nice to see people still have interest in this unique car decades later...
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What tools do I need to remove the seat belts. I am going to a salvage yard tomorrow to see if I can get an original set of seat belts that wre stolen diring an interior remodel of my dads car.. Much appreciated
I agree with you, wish I knew what they would have sounded like. I thought the "loud" ones would be too much but I would have gotten them if I could return. Still a nicer exhaust system then what I had before and esthetically looks awesome than the single.
You really start to realize whether it’s an electric car or an internal combustion car; all the parts have to work and fit together like a Swiss wristwatch.
