JWL1940
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I received my copy yesterday. It arrived in excellent condition. I join it with others who have paid compliments on the quality of the book and the time and efforts expended to publish it. I noticed a photo in the back of the book showing Avantis loaded on railroad transporters being readied for the Las Vegas Drive Away. According to my dealer invoice my 63 Avanti (R4541) was to be delivered to Las Vegas as part of the Drive Away. I may be looking at my car in that photos. Thanks.
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My experience with the embossed steel shim gaskets like used for the intake manifold is that they do not require any sealer or cement. The surfaces must be clean and straight. The exception is embossed steel shim head gaskets. A copper-based spray sealer is recommended by many for these. For paper and cork gaskets, I like to use the 3M Trim Cement. I cement the gasket to the piece that is to be removed from the engine (e.g., oil pan, rocker arm covers) and then apply a light coating of grease on the surface that goes against the engine. In this way the gasket comes off with the piece and scraping and cleaning of the harder to reach engine surfaces is avoided. Plus, the grease on the gasket will allow some movement during assembly without damaging the gasket. Others probably have different experiences and suggestions. Thanks.
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mfg, thanks for the suggestion. I don't need one, just wondering what purpose the device provides. Now I know.
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Received an explanation about the throttle kicker from a reply on the SDC site. Basically, it is used to boost idle speed when there is a vacuum drop the keep the engine from stalling. Different than a dashpot that slows the action of the throttle linkage when the accelerator pedal is released.
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Ken, the device I am asking about is a vacuum operated device that interacts with the carburetor linkage. Shop manual says to adjust the device place the fast idle adjusting screw on the highest part of the cam and adjust the kicker so the hex screw head just contacts the bracket on the throttle linkage. That is all the workshop manual says about the kicker, as far as I can tell. Do not understand its function and wonder if it is necessary.
I am familiar with the electrically operated solenoids on AC equipped cars to boost the idle speed when the AC is activated. Also familiar with the dash pot devices to slow down the engine speed slowly when the accelerator pedal is released. The device I am asking about is neither of these.
Thanks, John
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Regarding the device on my j1963 R1 with PowerShift, Power Steering, and Air conditioning: What is the purpose of this device, and is it necessary? Kicker function seems to be with the engine running vacuum is pulling the plunger in and releases it when vacuum drops, correct? I understand the function of a dashpot to slowly close the throttle, but can't figure out what the Kicker is suppose to do. Thanks
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Lou, thanks for the explanation.
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Is the plug supposed to have a small hole through it to act as a vent? The fill plug in my 63 R1 looks like the plug hole has been filled-in. I noticed this when I was checking the lube in the box. Squirted in a small amount of CV Joint Lube. Thanks.
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Thanks, located a reproduction Avanti type heavy duty pump from Nostalgic. It is supposed to have the new type seals and body ridges.
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I have radiator shroud, fan and drive removed with the water pump exposed. I think this would be a good time to install a new one. Understand the pump bodies with the reinforcing ribs are the ones to get. Recommendations for a source for new/rebuilt pumps, please. Thanks.
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Lou, good suggestions. I was thinking of going into the auxillary cooler first to get rid of some of the heat before going to the radiator. I have had conversations with the previous owners (wife and husband), and they have been most helpful and cooperative in answering my questions about the car. I will ask them about the modification. Thanks - John
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I mentioned doing a serial cooler line routiing. Plumb the transmission output cooler line to the auxillary cooler then instead of going back to the transmission route the return line through the radiator (if there are no leaks) then back to the transmission. Probably leave it as is, but interested in comments on the serial routing. Thanks.
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Thank you, silverstude. You gave me some more things to consider. I have owned a late model Tacoma and Ranger pickup that had a transmission cooler mounted in front of the radiator rather than a heat exchanger in the radiator.
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My '63 R1 with the automatic transmission has an after market oil cooler mounted in front of the radiator and ac condenser. The connection is such that the lines go directly to the after market cooler and are no longer routed through the radiator tank heat exchanger. I believe this was done to try and relieve heat load in the radiator. The problem with this fix is that when the car is not moving there is no air flow through the cooler and no fluid cooling. Is this a valid concern?
I am considering routing the cooler lines to have the coolers in series with the fluid first being routed through the after market unit then through the radiator and then back to the transmission. This would allow the oil to be cooled before going through the radiator, lessening the heat load and still allowing for heat exchange when the car is not moving. Concern I have about this would be the pressure drop. Anyone out there with experience doing who can offer advice on this plan?
I'm new to Avanti and expect I'll be back from time to time seeking advice from those in the know. Thanks.
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I am new to Avanti and look forward to the knowledge and experiences of those who post here. I am sure there will be many questions coming from me, hopefully just routine and easy ones dealing with maintenance and service. I have a 1937 Packard Six convertible coupe and a 1930 Ford Model A roadster hot rod. The Packard Info website is especially helpful and I see this one has that same flavor. Thanks in advance.
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You can add R4541. Just purchased from Vault Classic Cars. Late '63 but has been registered as a '64. Round headlights. It is coming to Austin, Texas.
Compact Spare Tire
in 1963-64 Avanti
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Looking for suggestions for a compact spare tire for my 63 Avanti. Conventional sized spare (205x75x15) is too large for the well. Want a spare, but one that will fit in the well. Thanks.
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