1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza

howard
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1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza Oct 8, 2014 22:59:45 GMT

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Post by howard on Oct 8, 2014 22:59:45 GMT

As some may know, I've just imported this fine vehicle from the States. I've long yearned for a Corvair, much as I love the weird and wonderful. This was America's only rear engined air cooled car - and also the world's first turbocharged production car.

I bought this car that I found on eBay.com of all places. The owner who was getting on for 80 has owned it for 45 years and has done 1,200 miles in that time. Its tyres were last changed in 1970 so I have naturally bought replacement whitewalls at £52 per corner.

It has been kept in a dark dry garage and I was told it was excellent (and you can never be 100% sure of photos) but it is in shockingly good order. Those who have seen it have been utterly amazed it's a 51 year old car.

She runs wonderfully and I'm just waiting for the documentation to come through so I can register her and drive her.

She also came with a huge supply of new and used parts, and lots of other goodies supplied by the owner. I think I had a bargain, and I'm absolutely delighted with her!

Another addition to my world of the odd

Last Edit: Oct 8, 2014 23:01:47 GMT by howard

33grinder Administrator CHPD* sufferer (*Compulsive Heap Purchasing Disorder) Posts: 1,827	1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza Oct 9, 2014 12:15:02 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by 33grinder on Oct 9, 2014 12:15:02 GMT That is very nice indeed Howard. Now excuse me, I feel something stirring...

andrejuan Bigger Belter Posts: 208	1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza Oct 9, 2014 13:32:02 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by andrejuan on Oct 9, 2014 13:32:02 GMT Oh my giddy Aunt. Wonderful !!!!

macplaxton Technical Advisor Posts: 1,373	1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza Oct 9, 2014 19:02:20 GMT howard likes this Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by macplaxton on Oct 9, 2014 19:02:20 GMT Hmmm... goes off to YouTube to listen to C+C Music Factory ...For an "spare" engine in the "boot", I'd have this instead thanks.
	Last Edit: Oct 9, 2014 19:02:39 GMT by macplaxton 1972 DAF 44 Estate. Just the one DAF, honest.

howard
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1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza Oct 9, 2014 21:52:22 GMT

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Post by howard on Oct 9, 2014 21:52:22 GMT

It has always been rather obvious how much the Corvair "influenced" the Imp (and especially this wee Stiletto). Size wise, the difference is as much as you'd think....look how small the Corvair is compared with the Saab.....

It's only 4ft 3 high, and 5ft 7 wide. Same width as a new Fiesta.

Last Edit: Oct 9, 2014 21:53:37 GMT by howard

howard Bigger Belter Posts: 179	1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza Oct 9, 2014 21:58:42 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by howard on Oct 9, 2014 21:58:42 GMT Compared to a Corsa and a Micra...!

Nick Moderator Crop Duster Posts: 1,067	1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza Oct 10, 2014 21:33:26 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by Nick on Oct 10, 2014 21:33:26 GMT its a lot smaller than I thought it would be . . . any chance of some decent engine shots please Howie
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thebear54 DAF Nut Those who say it can't be done, should not interupt the people doing it ! Posts: 1,426	1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza Oct 11, 2014 12:14:02 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Member Give Gift Back to Top Post by thebear54 on Oct 11, 2014 12:14:02 GMT Well done Howard. A brilliant find. John
	I suffer from CDPD- Compulsive DAF Purchasing Disorder, there is no cure! "Jobsworth Little Hitler"-At the DAF Club of America

Tuning Data
Model	Plugs gap	Points gap	Timing	In. valve	Ex. valve	Idle
33-> Jul'71	0.8mm	0.5mm	6 BTDC	0.1mm	0.15mm	725
33 Jul'71->	0.8mm	0.5mm	5 ATDC	0.1mm	0.15mm	900
44-> Jul'71	0.8mm	0.5mm	6 BTDC	0.1mm	0.15mm	725
44 Jul'71->	0.8mm	0.5mm	5 ATDC	0.1mm	0.15mm	900
55	0.6mm	0.5mm	TDC	0.15mm	0.20mm	700
55 Marathon	0.7mm	0.5mm	TDC	0.15mm	0.20mm	700
66 all 1108cc	0.7mm	0.5mm	TDC	0.15mm	0.20mm	725
66 1289cc	0.7mm	0.5mm	6 BTDC	0.15mm	0.20mm	725

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1963 Chevrolet Corvair 900 Monza

Post by howard on Oct 8, 2014 22:59:45 GMT

Post by 33grinder on Oct 9, 2014 12:15:02 GMT

Post by andrejuan on Oct 9, 2014 13:32:02 GMT

Post by macplaxton on Oct 9, 2014 19:02:20 GMT

Post by howard on Oct 9, 2014 21:52:22 GMT

Post by howard on Oct 9, 2014 21:58:42 GMT

Post by Nick on Oct 10, 2014 21:33:26 GMT

Post by thebear54 on Oct 11, 2014 12:14:02 GMT