<VV> timing plate markings- Jay's

[Chris & Bill Strickland]

Jay Ciampi wrote:

> Guys, I found out for sure that my timing marks are embossed into the 
> block, not riveted on as i thought before. I just took a good look at 
> the marks this morning.
>
> OK, my engine code is :  T0415RG
>
> I know, from the Basics Book, that the engine was built at Tonawanda 
> on April 15.  I looked further and the  "RG" means it is a 1965-68  95 
> HP engine.   I am getting there. I am slow, but I am old and never had 
> a Corvair before. This block is a replacement for the original one.  I 
> guess that is common among this brand and model. 


So Jay has answered a few questions -- I've never had one, but thought 
the extended plate was special on the "late" late A/C cars, '67 up.  
Don't know why ...   For winter driving, a heater (defroster) is 
required where I live, A/C is optional -- nice, but optional.

Jay's no choke starting may have to do with him being in Florida -- 
maybe the oranges haven't frozen yet.

Bill Strickland