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paulrod36(at)msn.com
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 Posted: Mon Feb 23, 2009 12:38 pm Post subject: Corv-oil Filler Tube |
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<?xml:namespace prefix="v" /><?xml:namespace prefix="o" /><![endif]--> Before I modify my Corvair with my trusty chainsaw and sledgehammer, I thought I'd ask a few questions: What's the consensus on placement of the filler tube? I've been thinking of either setting the tube at the top rear of one of the valve covers, or shortening it way down, and setting it somewhere in the flat top cover. Since I'm not yet quite sure how much space I'll need for the alternator, and exactly how much space will be available, I thought I'd ask and avoid the "Oh, *&#" moment that invariably follows blazing new trails over the cliff. Also, if you remove the horizontal oil filter adapter, and hang the filter vertical, is there still enough room for the rear accessory pulley? And, finally, I don't see any need for the old Delcotron saddle. Anybody have a problem with sawing it off?
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Paul Rodriguez
601XL/Corvair
Crank about to go for nitriding
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Brady
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Location: Poulsbo, WA
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| Posted: Tue Feb 24, 2009 10:11 am Post subject: Re: Corv-oil Filler Tube |
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Paul,
the placement of you fill tube will be determined by the rest of the installation.
Rather than Blaze a new trail why not follow a proven path of success?
You basically have three options:
Stock location with a shorter tube.
Top or side of a Valve cover either side.
Or the top cover any where it won't be in the way.
But rather than start with you oil fill tube and work around that, I would suggest building the rest of the engine and work the oil tube in where ever it works best with the rest of the installation.
for more information see:
www.flycorvair.com
http://home.hiwaay.net/~langford/
Nearly every question you have has been asked and or answered before.
these two websites have a wealth of information and maybe some cool ideas you could use on your engine.
When you are ready for parts, check my website for the good stuff. 
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