<VV> Re: Anyone using Megasquirt on a Crovair ?

[rocklord at suddenlink.net]

Marty,

Read your link on the Megasquirt/TBI conversion, very nice.

One question I have concerns the installation of a a circuit board in the engine compartment.  Aren't you concerned on the durability of the board with the amount of heat in that area, and the possibility of water getting on it?

I am really interested in your future endeavor, installation on a turbo.  I am in the process of rebuilding my '64 turbo engine and am still batting around which carb to run.  A TBI system for around $600-$700 wouldn't be that bad, as long as someone like yourself already had a Megasquirt file worked out that could be shared.  I wouldn't have the patience to sit in front of a laptop and create one.

Dan

> 
> Hi Don
> 
> Here's a little writeup on my conversion:
> 
> http://thescarrs.com/corvair/efi.html
> 
> Was it worth it?  Definitely was worth it for me.  I was after better
> performance and the ability to fine tune my engine beyond 60's
> technology - and got it.  I'll be doing a turbo conversion in the
> future, and with programmable fuel and spark expect it to be lots of
> fun.
> 
> Regarding time and money - the spirit of Megasquirt is DIY, and I did
> it all myself.  It's a very fun project, with lots of support, and I
> learned a lot along the way.  I kept costs low by using used parts
> where I could, and have less than $500 in the project.  If you're
> satisfied with the way GM built your Corvair then it's not for you.
> If you can't do the work yourself, it's probably not for you.
> 
> Differences - better starting, better overall operation.  Idle, cruise
> and acceleration were all improved.  There are no smog checks in my
> part of Oregon, so I can't report on emissions.
> 
> regards
> Marty Scarr
>