<VV> Turbo resuscitation

FrankCB@aol.com FrankCB@aol.com
Tue, 29 Jun 2004 14:34:51 EDT


Norm,
       By all means get a copy of the Corvair Basics Manual and read the 
Chapter on Turbocharging.  Then we can answer any specific questions you might 
have.
       Welcome to the turbo fraternity!
       Frank Burkhard

In a message dated 6/28/04 1:15:32 PM Eastern Daylight Time, 
ncwitte@wittelaw.com writes:

> Clark Hartzel, dead on his feet, dropped my "new" '65 turd-bow off at the 
> house this morning.  It starts and runs fine, but I don't think it has seen 
> any use since it was last registered in 1979.  It has been run by the seller, 
> and I started it as well -- as a matter of fact it was driven on and off the 
> trailer.  However, I want to make sure that the motor receives proper care in 
> my hands.  Obviously an oil change is the first order of business.  Plugs and 
> wires should also be done.  However, I have never owned a turbo before.  
> What else should I be doing to get this thing on the road?
> 
> I hope to post an update to my turbo saga with more detail tomorrow.
> 
> Norm Witte