Painted push rod tubes - was Re: <VV> 64 Engine in 65 / Oil leaks

[J R Read_HML]

Now, there ya' go!  I always thought the recommendation was to go with 
white.

Frankly, I really doubt any significant difference with either color.  Just 
use synthetic oil, keep the oil cooler free of debris, and drive on - happy!

Later, JR

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Andy Clark" <slowboat at mindspring.com>
To: <VirtualVairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Saturday, March 24, 2007 3:01 PM
Subject: Re: <VV> 64 Engine in 65 / Oil leaks


> Ah, but a light coat of barbeque flat black does enhance the heat transfer
> into the cooling air-stream. Lower oil temps result. Found that out when I
> was racing Orange Julius many years ago.
> Andy Clark
> Camano Island, WA.
> 1966 140/4 Monza Sedan
> 1966 140/4 Yenko Clone
> 1966 180/4 Cord 8/10 #60