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General Discussion / Paint Restoration/Repair to Al...
Last post by ricardo - October 23, 2025, 02:30:41 PMHello,
Any advice and point of contact for repair (ideally in close proximity to Melbourne CBD) would be appreciated.
The 'clear coat' has degraded, in parts, leaving the paint work exposed. Interestingly, it has only occurred on the ABS plastic panels, bumpers, spoiler and door handles.
It was explained the car would require a full respray - C.$7000k. Am hoping this can be avoided.
Thank you in anticipation.
Any advice and point of contact for repair (ideally in close proximity to Melbourne CBD) would be appreciated.
The 'clear coat' has degraded, in parts, leaving the paint work exposed. Interestingly, it has only occurred on the ABS plastic panels, bumpers, spoiler and door handles.
It was explained the car would require a full respray - C.$7000k. Am hoping this can be avoided.
Thank you in anticipation.
#2
932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / Re: 147 Gearshift Bushes - rep...
Last post by Sam - October 22, 2025, 09:57:54 PMThanks Bazzbazz
I checked with Italian Automotive Spares in Melbourne and it turns out they had some old stock of the large bush, but they said the small bush is not made anymore. I checked with Arese and got the same feedback with the small bush.
So I got the large bush and managed to find a NOS small bush on eBay in Estonia (or someplace like that) .
Meanwhile I will also put an order in for new shifter cables with Arese also.
I'm sure these changes will improve the feel and reduce and sloppiness ...
However I notice that the leavers on the gearbox also seem to have a bit of play. I'm not sure if that's normal??
I'm make a video tomorrow night to show what I mean.
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I checked with Italian Automotive Spares in Melbourne and it turns out they had some old stock of the large bush, but they said the small bush is not made anymore. I checked with Arese and got the same feedback with the small bush.
So I got the large bush and managed to find a NOS small bush on eBay in Estonia (or someplace like that) .
Meanwhile I will also put an order in for new shifter cables with Arese also.
I'm sure these changes will improve the feel and reduce and sloppiness ...
However I notice that the leavers on the gearbox also seem to have a bit of play. I'm not sure if that's normal??
I'm make a video tomorrow night to show what I mean.
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#3
932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / Re: 147 Gearshift Bushes - rep...
Last post by Sam - October 20, 2025, 09:19:49 PMArese's was the first Web site I checked, but they only carry parts for the shifter mechanism that can be split into 2 pieces.
For my type, they only have the smaller bush (pn:46768698) which is common to both types.
Unfortunately I also need the lager bush (pn:46748696) that no one seems to have anymore.
I'll give Arese and Italian Automotive Spares a call tomorrow just to be sure.
I think my best bet is to try and find the Spit type mechanism that Arese sells the bushes kit for.
The Spit type seems to be readably available, I just have to find out in they are interchangeable and works on my car.
For my type, they only have the smaller bush (pn:46768698) which is common to both types.
Unfortunately I also need the lager bush (pn:46748696) that no one seems to have anymore.
I'll give Arese and Italian Automotive Spares a call tomorrow just to be sure.
I think my best bet is to try and find the Spit type mechanism that Arese sells the bushes kit for.
The Spit type seems to be readably available, I just have to find out in they are interchangeable and works on my car.
#4
932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / Re: 147 Gearshift Bushes - rep...
Last post by bazzbazz - October 20, 2025, 06:16:55 PMHave you tried to see if Arese Spares in Sydney or Italian Automotive Spares in Melbourne can source the bushes for you?
#5
Victoria / Re: SOS - Dual Mass Flywheel n...
Last post by maz124s - October 20, 2025, 02:36:26 PMi have one removed from my GTV, they are unobtainable new and long out of production as only ones available are the Single Mass Flywheel conversion kit same as used in the GTA models
https://www.ahmotorsports.co.uk/product/gtv-3-0-solid-flywheelclutch-conversion-std-road-cars-std-weight/
If your interested can sell u my secondhand one (send me a PM) but then finding the corresponding clutch kit to suit is also going o be difficult
I had a dual mass flywheel reconditioned overseas at great expense and with the help of a friend but in hindsight the single mass conversion is they better option and gives a much more instant throttle response response due to the much reduced weight
https://www.ahmotorsports.co.uk/product/gtv-3-0-solid-flywheelclutch-conversion-std-road-cars-std-weight/
If your interested can sell u my secondhand one (send me a PM) but then finding the corresponding clutch kit to suit is also going o be difficult
I had a dual mass flywheel reconditioned overseas at great expense and with the help of a friend but in hindsight the single mass conversion is they better option and gives a much more instant throttle response response due to the much reduced weight
#6
932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / 147 Gearshift Bushes - repair ...
Last post by Sam - October 20, 2025, 12:27:25 AMHi everyone
I'll try to give some background first then my question . (I hope it all makes sense)
My 147 has had a really sloppy gearshift for a couple of years.
I took it to an Alfa mechanic here in Melbourne about 2 years ago, but he wasn't interested in fixing it because, it would take too long and he didn't have time to search for a kit, and they were hard to get etc.
So I just kept driving it, but now got to a point where I'm having trouble finding reverse, and sometimes second gear.
I couldn't go on any longer so today I bit the bullet, got the tools out, crawled under the car and removed the Shift mechanism myself.
I started researching for repair kits and discovered there are 2 types of shift mechanism using on the 147.
Mine is a single piece, but there is another that came later (?) made of 2 pieces bolted together.
I watched this Youtube vide - he has the same as mine and showed how to repair my style mechanisms which was great -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWOymyEiSUQ&t=231s
I only need the 2 plastic bushes, Main Centre and Side Crank .
The kit recommended in the video costs $200.00 AUD shipped, which is freaking expensive for 2 small bits of plastic, so I tried sourcing the parts individually to see if I can get them cheaper.
I found the small bush for only $6:00 AUD, but I cant find anyone that stocks the large bush anywhere.
My Question is .....
• Does anyone know why there were two styles of Shift mechanism?
• and are the two mechanisms interchangeable?
* was the 2 piece a later improvement by Alfa to replace the old style?
The reason I ask is, because with the 2 piece mechanism, the top half is bolted down to a bottom frame, and its the top piece that carries all the bushes and can be replace in one go.
The 2 piece shifter parts can be easily found and for a reasonable price too.
If I can get hold of a 2 piece shifter and just buy the kit, I may be more cost effective instead.
I'll try to give some background first then my question . (I hope it all makes sense)
My 147 has had a really sloppy gearshift for a couple of years.
I took it to an Alfa mechanic here in Melbourne about 2 years ago, but he wasn't interested in fixing it because, it would take too long and he didn't have time to search for a kit, and they were hard to get etc.
So I just kept driving it, but now got to a point where I'm having trouble finding reverse, and sometimes second gear.
I couldn't go on any longer so today I bit the bullet, got the tools out, crawled under the car and removed the Shift mechanism myself.
I started researching for repair kits and discovered there are 2 types of shift mechanism using on the 147.
Mine is a single piece, but there is another that came later (?) made of 2 pieces bolted together.
I watched this Youtube vide - he has the same as mine and showed how to repair my style mechanisms which was great -> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWOymyEiSUQ&t=231s
I only need the 2 plastic bushes, Main Centre and Side Crank .
The kit recommended in the video costs $200.00 AUD shipped, which is freaking expensive for 2 small bits of plastic, so I tried sourcing the parts individually to see if I can get them cheaper.
I found the small bush for only $6:00 AUD, but I cant find anyone that stocks the large bush anywhere.
My Question is .....
• Does anyone know why there were two styles of Shift mechanism?
• and are the two mechanisms interchangeable?
* was the 2 piece a later improvement by Alfa to replace the old style?
The reason I ask is, because with the 2 piece mechanism, the top half is bolted down to a bottom frame, and its the top piece that carries all the bushes and can be replace in one go.
The 2 piece shifter parts can be easily found and for a reasonable price too.
If I can get hold of a 2 piece shifter and just buy the kit, I may be more cost effective instead.
#7
Victoria / SOS - Dual Mass Flywheel neede...
Last post by Roman - October 16, 2025, 07:54:58 PMHi all,
This is kind of an SOS to see if anyone has / know someone who has / can recommend an aftermarket replacement for a Dual Mass Flywheel to fit a 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV 3.0 V6 (engine code 16102) without asking an arm or a spleen?
Mine has just shattered and it's proving rather difficult to source a replacement!
Also, would anyone have a drivers' side window regulator (without the auto drop function)? Or a kit that replaces the gear (mine had all the tooth sheard off).
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks y'all.
This is kind of an SOS to see if anyone has / know someone who has / can recommend an aftermarket replacement for a Dual Mass Flywheel to fit a 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV 3.0 V6 (engine code 16102) without asking an arm or a spleen?
Mine has just shattered and it's proving rather difficult to source a replacement!
Also, would anyone have a drivers' side window regulator (without the auto drop function)? Or a kit that replaces the gear (mine had all the tooth sheard off).
Any help will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks y'all.
#8
Victoria / Paint Restoration/Repair to Al...
Last post by ricardo - October 16, 2025, 02:11:57 PMAny advice and point of contact for repair (ideally in close proximity to Melbourne CBD) would be appreciated.
The 'clear coat' has degraded, in parts, leaving the paint work exposed. Interestingly, it has only occurred on the ABS plastic panels, spoiler and door handles.
It was explained the car would require a full respray - C.$7000k. Am hoping this can be avoided.
Thank you in anticipation.
The 'clear coat' has degraded, in parts, leaving the paint work exposed. Interestingly, it has only occurred on the ABS plastic panels, spoiler and door handles.
It was explained the car would require a full respray - C.$7000k. Am hoping this can be avoided.
Thank you in anticipation.
#9
Buy/Swap/Sell [Announce ONLY] / 2017 Giulia Damaged LH Headlig...
Last post by scribo - October 14, 2025, 01:32:36 PMI hit a large pothole at speed and damaged the mechanism which adjusts the vertical oreintation of the light beyond repair. Replacement units from Alfa are hugely expensive (circa $4k) but I managed to find one from a wrecker. This old one occupies too much real estate so I thought I'd see if anyone wants it for education or whatever. It still has the bi xenon available. There's a youtube video showing one being dismantled, but putting it back again would be harder!
If interested email me please campbellou who is always at bigpond.com and 3193 Victoria. Thanks.
If interested email me please campbellou who is always at bigpond.com and 3193 Victoria. Thanks.
#10
950 Series (Giulia) / New to Alfa - Purchasing a Giu...
Last post by Bowral - October 14, 2025, 01:02:15 PMHi there!
I'm looking to purchase a 2018 Giulia Quadrifoglio soon and am just wondering if there's anything to keep in mind regarding issues?
The one in particular has just over 64k on the clock and I've been told is regularly serviced and has had no issues.
Would appreciate some advice or thoughts, thanks heaps!
Cheers,
Luke
I'm looking to purchase a 2018 Giulia Quadrifoglio soon and am just wondering if there's anything to keep in mind regarding issues?
The one in particular has just over 64k on the clock and I've been told is regularly serviced and has had no issues.
Would appreciate some advice or thoughts, thanks heaps!
Cheers,
Luke