<VV> Stuck accellerator

[Merv Krull]

Probably the shaft from the pedal through the floor needs attention... but 
check out the whole system to be sure... definitely use synthetic grease.
toodles!
Merv Krull
Salmon Arm, BC
62 GB 103/4speed
64 700 110/3speed sedan
VP Western Canada Corsa
General N'er Do Well

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Chris C, Warwick RI" <ricorvair at cox.net>
To: <virtualVairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Thursday, December 29, 2005 9:53 AM
Subject: <VV> Stuck accellerator


> My 63 is suffering from a lightly stuck accelerator.   It never returns 
> fully by itself, I have to pop it back up by myself.  The difference is 
> maybe 200rpm so its only annoying at a light, but it is bothersome.
>
> I removed the tunnel pan covers.  If I had actuate the linkage at the rear 
> pivot, it seems to freeze about 1/2 inch before it is unable to move. 
> Any suggestions?  I want to avoid it getting worse at the wrong time 
> (stuck down at an intersection, the wife driving, and me having to make my 
> own dinner for 6 months).
>
> The plan at this point is to unbolt and lubricate the peddle end pivot. 
> But what kind of grease should I use.
>
> I removed the carpet to see if that was the problem.  The rear pivot can 
> rock a little in place, is their a rebuild kit for these.
>
> Thanks.
>
>
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