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The Chevrolet Nova, also known as Chevy II, is a small automobile with a rich history, produced by Chevrolet from 1962 to 1979 and again from 1985 to 1988, spanning five generations. The Nova represented the top model in the Chevy II lineup until 1968. It offered a variety of engines and transmissions across its life. The first generation launched with a 153 cu in inline-four engine and a 194 cu in Hi-Thrift version. In 1964, the model introduced its first factory V8 option, a 195 hp 283 cu in engine, alongside a 230 cu in straight-six. The second generation saw the unveiling of the Super Nova concept car in 1966, while the third generation in 1968 saw the official usage of the Chevrolet Nova nameplate. It featured a diverse engine lineup, including a 250 cu in six-cylinder and base 307 cu in V8, with big-block 396 cu in V8 options delivering up to 375 bhp. The Nova offered both manual and automatic transmissions, including the heavy-duty M-22 "Rock Crusher" four-speed manual. Dimensionally, the Nova evolved over its generations, with the third generation models measuring 189.4 in in length, 72.4 in in width, and 53.9 in in height. Known for its impressive power output and muscular design, the Chevrolet Nova remains a cherished classic among muscle car enthusiasts.
Chevrolet Nova, a competitor to the Volkswagen Beetle, often encounters a couple of common issues due to its age. The primary problem reported on CarComplaints.com is overheating, typically arising around 35,000 miles. This engine issue can be due to failing engine parts and cooling systems, with symptoms including increased oil consumption, frequent overheating, starting difficulties, and hesitation during driving. Affected parts could include the spark plug, cylinder head gasket, coolant reservoir, oil filter, air filter, intake manifold gasket, and radiator hose. Another issue, usually appearing around 100,000 miles, is the inability to turn off the car and remove the key due to transmission failure. Symptoms may include inaccurate gear indicator readings, the vehicle starting in the wrong gear, or refusing to go into any gear, accompanied by loud clunking sounds and difficulty in shifting gears. Checking the Nova shift cable, transfer case seal, automatic transmission filter, clutch disc, and transmission pan is advisable. Furthermore, routine maintenance of vulnerable parts like the windshield wiper or wiper blade, typically made of soft rubber and subject to harsh conditions, is crucial, with replacement suggested every six to twelve months for optimal visibility.
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Chevrolet Nova Parts Questions & Answers
- Q: How to install the rear main bearing oil seal, main bearings and crankshaft on Chevrolet Nova?A: Fit in the rear main bearing oil seal in the cylinder block and rear main bearing cap grooves; it will have the seal lips directed to the forwards end of the engine while the dust seal will face outwards towards the rear end. If the seal has two lips then to the helix lip should also be facing forward. Wipe the seal lips with clean rags or if available with engine oil. Subsequently, fit the main bearings into the cylinder block and the caps of the main bearings with the help of the engine oil for lubrication of the bearing surfaces. With much attention, fix the crankshaft suitably to avoid imparting damages to the bearings surfaces but the crankshaft journals should be smeared with the engine oil. Squash on a very thin layer of RTV sealant onto the mating surface of the rear main bearing cap and at the ends of the seal and other nearby regions on the block, without coming into contact with the crankshaft or the seal. Place the main bearing caps as they fit into position and these should have the arrow like towards the front side of the engine. Torque tighten the main bearing caps except the rear cap bolts which should be tightened at 12ft/lbs. Strike gently the end of the crankshaft rearwards and forwards on the block with a hammer and wood so that the two rear main bearing thrust faces get in alignment, and then tighten the bearing cap again to the desirable torque.
- Q: How to remove and replace the wheel bearing and oil seal on Chevrolet Nova?A: Take off the axle shaft and the oil seal off the housing. A bearing puller will be necessary, or a tool that fits behind the bearing may have to be made.Secure a slide hammer in order to remove the bearing from the axle housing Fix a special bearing puller attachment for this job exclusively. Remove bearing pocket debris and drive in new bearing: this is essential to put in the axleshaft bearing as these models require, asOtherwise, without this tool, the bearing cannot be inserted without damaging it, which can be obtained at most auto parts stores. After having installed this new bearing, it is necessary to lubricate it with gear lubricant and check that its tapping goes as far as its recess where the numbers of the bearing must be readable from the outer extremity of the housing. Remove the old oil seal and replace it with the new one and the put the axle shaft back in place.
- Q: How to remove and install a wheel and lower control arm on Chevrolet Nova?A: To change the wheel you need to use a wheel wrench to loosen the lugs then jack up the car, place the jackstands and apply the park brake. Then, it will be possible to take off the wheel and after that, to remove the shock absorber. Take off the nuts of the stabilizer bar and fix it upwards then take off the nuts and bolts of the lower control arm; get rid of the coil spring. After that, it will be required to remove cotter pin and then back off the balljoint stud nut of lower control arm two turns and, finally, disconnect balljoint from the steering knuckle. Disconnect the control arm and unbolt the nut on the lower joint; recall that bushings are pressed and need special tools to be used when be removed/installed; if necessary replace the worn joint by contacting to a dealer service department or an automotive machine shop. For installation, thread the balljoint stud into the steering knuckle, torque the nut to its required value and fit a new cotter pin, to-and-fro the nut if necessary so that its slot is over the hole in the stud. Next unscrew the coil spring and then the lower control arm pivot bolts and nuts to be half tightened. Attach the ending of the stabilizer bar to the lower control arm then place a floor jack under the lower control arm ball joint and raise it to resemble normal ride height and then tighten the pivot bolt nuts to the required torque. Last of all, secure the wheel properly and smear on the lug nuts and then keep the vehicle and then tight the lug nuts in accordance with the manufacturer recommended torque settings.
- Q: What Should Be Inspected and Repaired on the Flywheel and Starter Ring Gear on Chevrolet Nova?A: Check the surface of the starter ring gear and if there are busted or chipped teeth the flywheel has to be changed. For the models equipped with a manual transmission, it is necessary to look for glazing and scoring on the clutch friction face. Light glazing can be dressed out with emery cloth but if scoring is present all face must be removed or the flywheel replaced to prevent clutch damage. One has to note that flywheel refacing should be a regular practice when the wheel is still serviceable. In automatic transmission models, check the converter securing bolt holes for elongation and if they are elongated replace the drive plate.
