<VV> engine cooling

Dave Ziegler dziegler3 at comcast.net
Sat Dec 15 22:15:28 EST 2007


Sounds like it is operating normally to me. Valve seats are normally 
lost due to extreme overheating not running in low temps.

Dave ...
On Dec 15, 2007, at 9:44 PM, shortle wrote:

> Is it possible for a Corvair to run "too cool"? After deflashing the 
> 95HP cylinder heads, using a 12 plate oil cooler with both side 
> shrouds, using the Otto Parts pan and valve covers, both of my rear 
> doors barely start to open and then close again very quickly when 
> driving. I know both doors move freely and both thermostats are 
> operating properly.
> Is it dangerous for an Corvair engine to be operating in low temps (0 
> degrees F to 40 F)? I have heard about starting an engine with cold 
> temps. and valve seats coming out of heads.I am getting ready to take 
> a (long) drive of about 600
> miles.Since losing an intake seat on my 140 PG Rampside I am now 
> nervous.
> Anyone?
> Thank you,
> Timothy Shortle in Durango Colorado.
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