<VV> Fuel sender

Wed Dec 19 17:24:46 EST 2007

Earlies are 30 ohms, those Cadillacs are warping your memory Harry!   
GGGGGGGGGG
Dave.. .
On Dec 19, 2007, at 2:05 PM, Harry Yarnell wrote:

> The late model fuel sender is 90 ohms. Full is 0 ohms (or there about) 
> and empty is 90 (or is it the other way around?)
> Earlies are 45 ohms.
> Make SURE your tank sender ground and dash tab are grounded.
>
> harry yarnell
> perryman garage and orphanage
> hyarnell1 at earthlink.net
> ----- Original Message ----- From: "Chris C" <ricorvair at cox.net>
> To: "VirtualVairs AA" <VirtualVairs at corvair.org>
> Sent: Wednesday, December 19, 2007 1:08 PM
> Subject: <VV> Fuel sender
>
>
>> Since the 65's tank was out I figured it was a good time to figure 
>> out why the gauge reads funny.
>>
>> When full it reads way over at about 1/2 it drops to half, then 
>> steadily down until empty.
>>
>> Attached my meter to it, set to 2K
>>
>> Fairly steady readings from .008 to .199ish
>>
>> Is this normal?
>>
>> Anybody use a product called Rust Destroyer. Below is an email from 
>> the company.
>>
>> Want to paint behind the tank and the suspension items I have taken 
>> off.
>>
>> Normally I use POR-15 but where it is I know I will end up wearing 
>> the por-15 which lasts longer than most tattoos.
>>
>>
>>
>> Gloves, Please see MSDS on line for further information
>> http://www.rust007.com/destroyermsds.htm
>>
>>    -- Original Message -----
>>    *From:* Chris Czepyha <mailto:zepyha at domeind.com>
>>    *To:* sales at rust007.com <mailto:sales at rust007.com>
>>    *Sent:* Monday, December 17, 2007 9:30 AM
>>    *Subject:* Re: For automotive use
>>
>>    Precautions for skin protection? I will brush it on due to the
>>    confines I am spraying in.
>>    Por-15 is nice, but if you get it on you it is on you until time
>>    fades it off.
>>
>>        ----- Original Message -----
>>        *From:* sales at rust007.com <mailto:sales at rust007.com>
>>        *To:* Chris Czepyha <mailto:zepyha at domeind.com>
>>        *Sent:* Saturday, December 15, 2007 8:41 PM
>>        *Subject:* Re: For automotive use
>>
>>        Hi Chris.
>>        I think that RUST KNOCK OUT will be better for your 
>> appliaction,
>>        since it is water based and cures oevrnight. It can be used on
>>        other mecahnical parts as well.
>>        You may need to order that on the inetrnet at our webiste. 
>> Below
>>        is the basic application instructions. Please note we will be
>>        clsoed for vacation from 12/20/07 to January 7th, 2008.
>>        Thanks
>>        Tom
>>
>>        Basic application instructions.
>>
>>        RUST DESTROYER ^® , RUST KNOCK OUT ^®
>>
>>        Brush, Roller, and Spray can apply both products. Our
>>        specification calls for a
>>
>>        3-mil dry film thickness. Since the solids by volume are 41% 
>> the
>>        WET paint to be applied is 7.5 mil. (1mil equals .0254MM).
>>        Please note if you do not get that thickness, the products will
>>        NOT work properly. To be sure that you have the proper 
>> thickness
>>        use a micrometer to measure mil thickness.
>>
>>        Spraying Instructions:
>>
>>        The following information was obtained form the industrial
>>        technical service group is for spraying RUST DESTROYER ^® , 
>> RUST
>>        KNOCK OUT ^®
>>
>>        Equipment, airless spray with a 17 tip opening =. 017 in USA
>>        measurements, which equals. 432 MM. Using airless sprays at
>>        2,500 to 3,000 PSI will atomize the products evenly.
>>
>>        .
>>
>>        For portability and easy use the equipment recommended is GRACO
>>
>>        Ultramax ST 495 This is a portable unit for 1 and 5 gallon
>>        containers. But it MUST BE tested first. All you need is to be
>>        bale to plug into en electrical out let.
>>
>>        This is the cheapest of the line. Cost approximately $ 2,073.00
>>
>>        Than you can look at the ultramax ST 695, for $ 2,958.00 or
>>        ultramax ST 795. For $ 3967.00 the all do the same thing. The
>>        higher the model the bigger the machine and it is heavier duty
>>        so it should last longer.
>>
>>        Also keep in mind that you loose coverage per gallon because of
>>        spraying. It is because you have wind, and “bounce off” the
>>        surface. Some surfaces absorb more than others.
>>
>>        For further details on spray equipment and application please 
>> go
>>        to the link below for the manufacturer’s web site. If you are
>>        thinking of purchasing equipment,
>>
>>        I am sure they will be happy to provide you with all 
>> information
>>        and a demo.
>>
>>        www.graco.com <http://www.graco.com/> 1/877-844-7226
>>
>>        ^
>>
>>            ----- Original Message -----
>>            *From:* Chris Czepyha <mailto:zepyha at domeind.com>
>>            *To:* sales at rust007.com <mailto:sales at rust007.com>
>>            *Sent:* Wednesday, December 12, 2007 12:10 PM
>>            *Subject:* For automotive use
>>
>>            I have a 65 corvair. I have removed the gas tank. Normally 
>> I
>>            brush on POR15, but once you get por15 on you only time 
>> will
>>            remove it. Since I have to be on my back under the car I 
>> was
>>            looking for something that is:
>>            as effective
>>            easier and safer to use.
>>            Hopefully that can be sprayed with a home spray gun and a
>>            good mask.
>>            Can it be used on other mechanical parts (cross members,
>>            suspension parts, etc).
>>            Can I use it to paint the tank? Do you have anything I can
>>            use as an anti-rust on the inside of the tank.
>>
>>
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