<VV> Parts

[Jeffrey B. Aronson]

Hi Harry,

Yes, Harry, they are available but the terms "compatible" varies from 
parts store to parts store. For example, spark plug wires for Corvairs 
need to have significant heat resistance and the proper length of spark 
plug boot in order to be really effective. The Clark's variety of wires 
meet these needs whereas local parts stores ones may or may not meet 
those criteria.

Air filters are truly generic, but oil filters are not. In a pinch, I'd 
get a Wix filter as an equivalent to the Clark's filter, but the Clark's 
one gives me a lot of peace of mind. And it was Clark's that reminded me 
of the need for zinc additives in oil of older air-cooled engines; the 
local parts guy knew nothing about it.

Points, rotors and caps are generic but only Clark's had the preferred 
brass contacts instead of aluminum inside the caps. Also, the Clark's 
points came with a replacement points plate screw in case I lose the 
existing one. That's a really helpful touch.

And if I have a question on installing anything, or a problem with a 
part, their expertise is a phone call away. I'd stick with Clark's if I 
were you and  use your local parts store for a backup when you forget 
something.

Oh, and if in the dead of winter, you need to bring a Corvair enthusiast 
out of the cold and snow and south to Miami, just let me know :) .

Best wishes,

Jeff Aronson
Vinalhaven, ME 04863
www.landroverwriter.com
'66 Corvair Monza 110/4
'66 Land Rover 88" SW
'89 Triumph TR-7 Spider