<VV> Lower shrouds

[J R Read_HML]

Yes, probably time to reinstall if you intend on winter driving.  Once we 
hit salt season, mine stay indoors.

1 - thermo sits in a U shaped bracket - the forward end is where it is 
bolted and the rearward end is the "stop"

2 - attaching the clip takes a little finesse, but you'll get it.  Yes, do 
it before bolting up the shroud.

3?  rear grill is left in place.

Later, JR

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Stephen Upham" <contactsmu at sbcglobal.net>
To: "Virtual Vairs" <virtualvairs at corvair.org>
Sent: Saturday, November 10, 2007 4:42 PM
Subject: <VV> Lower shrouds


 it
> is getting harder to reach normal operating temps (heating the oil 
> sufficiently) during short trips.  I'm considering reinstalling the 
> shrouds.

> Hold exhaust duct damper in the fully open position and pull the 
> thermostat actuating rod out the maximum travel (thermostat against 
> bracket stop) - What is the bracket stop?   #2.  It further states, 
> "Remove lower shroud assembly and connect retaining clip, then  install 
> lower shroud as outlined"  The only time that I saw this done  (installing 
> the shrouds) the person doing it used a bent wire to pull  the thermostat 
> rod to the door connection while the shroud was  completely attached to 
> the head.  Further, does the rear grill need  to be taken off (PITA) to 
> accomplish this.  Any tricks of the hobby  would be appreciated.
>
> Stephen Upham