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#21
Buy/Swap/Sell [Announce ONLY] / FS - Twin spark (75) performan...
Last post by LukeC - September 28, 2024, 12:03:52 PMThe cheapest and quickest way to get an extra 15 - 20 extra bhp from an Alfa 75 derived twin spark engine:
Ported plenum and manifold, ECU with BBR Superchip, and a bonus AFM. I built this about 10 years ago and recently came back into my hands, but I have no use for it ATM.
$800 - No offers, no text messages.
Luke Clayton
0402779738
Ported plenum and manifold, ECU with BBR Superchip, and a bonus AFM. I built this about 10 years ago and recently came back into my hands, but I have no use for it ATM.
$800 - No offers, no text messages.
Luke Clayton
0402779738
#22
Buy/Swap/Sell [Announce ONLY] / FS - 1971 Giulia Super (1750)
Last post by LukeC - September 28, 2024, 08:57:36 AM1971 Giulia Super Sedan – Australian delivered car originally sold by Alec Mildren. This car is equipped with a very healthy series 2 1750 engine with 190 psi on all cylinders and the later, bigger 1750 front brakes. Just recommissioned after a long period. Work includes a full front suspension overhaul including steering box and idler, new clutch, all hydraulics replaced or overhauled, oil leaks repaired, correct (for engine) DCOE 32 carburettors overhauled and much more. The car has fresh paint and all underbody rust has been repaired. The tyres are so new, they still have pips on them, This car is not a concourse standard car, but looks the goods and drives impeccably having just had over $13,000 spent on it in the right places. $45,000 negotiable. As always: lowballers and timewasters will not be entertained.
Luke Clayton
0402779738
Luke Clayton
0402779738
#23
932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / Re: Partial surrender - no mor...
Last post by poohbah - September 27, 2024, 09:10:09 AMCheers bazz, the initial assessment in the workshop was that it was most likely front camcover gasket, but wasn't obvious where exactly it was coming from. And if it was the compressor itself I'd have thought it would have already run dry and seized. I had thought maybe power steering leak but its definitely oil not power steering fluid.
#24
General Discussion / Re: 3.2 Busso v6 max RPM
Last post by 105gta - September 27, 2024, 07:22:37 AMI'd be checking the main crank nut is tight. It's very unlikely that revving to 8200rpm would cause all the bearings to seize. The oil pump chain is driven by friction, there is no key way so if the crank nut is loose the drive gear will slip and you'll have no oil pressure.
#25
105/115 Series (105 Coupe/Spider/Berlina) / 2000 Berlina Grille wings
Last post by Biscione89 - September 26, 2024, 05:44:24 PMHi guys,
I've just picked up a 1974 2000 Berlina as a project car. Very excited as this car was mythical in my family as my dad had the same model in the 80s. This is my first foray into classic Alfa restoration.
I'm looking to find the chrome 'wings' on either side of the 2000 heart grille- I've been searching online and haven't been able to find any. Just wondering if any of you would have any idea?
I've just picked up a 1974 2000 Berlina as a project car. Very excited as this car was mythical in my family as my dad had the same model in the 80s. This is my first foray into classic Alfa restoration.
I'm looking to find the chrome 'wings' on either side of the 2000 heart grille- I've been searching online and haven't been able to find any. Just wondering if any of you would have any idea?
#26
932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / Re: Partial surrender - no mor...
Last post by bazzbazz - September 26, 2024, 05:19:24 PMIf it "appears" to be coming from A/C compressor then the usual suspects are the front Camshaft Cover Gasket, or it's not engine oil but a leaking Power Steering Pump or hose.
Just "Spitballing".
Just "Spitballing".
#27
932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / Re: Partial surrender - no mor...
Last post by poohbah - September 26, 2024, 03:03:50 PMFurther observations: the Outback is obviously a much more "relaxed" conveyance than the GTA but I have to say the 5sp gearbox is an absolute delight, particularly the short-throw stubby gear change which also feels a hell of a lot more robust than the shifter on my GTA, and has an extremely positive action.
Meanwhile I'll be taking the GTA back to the workshop for a third attempt at identifying the source of the oil leak - first pass was too grimy to tell, second after degrease and steam cleaning was inconclusive as the leak was not significant enough to show itself under pressure testing and after only a few clicks driving. So I have been advised to give it a decent workout and bring it back to see if the source can be tracked down. Current focus is on the compressor (which makes sense given my first thought was that the fluid was due to AC leak) though there may be another source. But as the leak seems fairly minor and she is running perfectly, I should be able to manage it with vigilence and reduced mileage while we work out the resolution, now I no longer need to drive it every day.
Meanwhile I'll be taking the GTA back to the workshop for a third attempt at identifying the source of the oil leak - first pass was too grimy to tell, second after degrease and steam cleaning was inconclusive as the leak was not significant enough to show itself under pressure testing and after only a few clicks driving. So I have been advised to give it a decent workout and bring it back to see if the source can be tracked down. Current focus is on the compressor (which makes sense given my first thought was that the fluid was due to AC leak) though there may be another source. But as the leak seems fairly minor and she is running perfectly, I should be able to manage it with vigilence and reduced mileage while we work out the resolution, now I no longer need to drive it every day.
#28
General Discussion / Re: 3.2 Busso v6 max RPM
Last post by poohbah - September 26, 2024, 01:36:53 PMGeez Alfaaa, that's a shocking turn of events. Did they let the work experience kid run the dyno test? Hope the shop took full responsibility. Aside from that I am aware of guy in Sydney who has a running rebuilt 3.2 from a GT available for sale (at least he did when I thought I'd killed my GTA in May - happily it was just a failed injector so not needed in the end). I can pass you his details if you want them.
Not that its relevant, But I've never taken my GTA much over 6,000rpm (I've never dynoed it, and never tracked it either, but the prior owner certainly did).
Not that its relevant, But I've never taken my GTA much over 6,000rpm (I've never dynoed it, and never tracked it either, but the prior owner certainly did).
#29
Buy/Swap/Sell [Announce ONLY] / Wanted: Brera/Spider Front Sea...
Last post by NeroGTV - September 26, 2024, 01:26:16 PMWanted: Looking for Brera / Spider front seats in good condition. Ideally Black or Black/grey. Either phase 1 or Phase 2 - don't mind.
#30
Buy/Swap/Sell [Announce ONLY] / 1991 75TS
Last post by ALF750 - September 24, 2024, 05:32:41 PM75TS Time Capsule. 
I was the 2nd owner when I first bought this car in 1994 with 23,000km on it. Family happened and I sold it in 2007 at 126,000km, then saw it advertised and bought it back in 2015. Now has 217,000km and is registered in NSW. Our kids did their L's and P's on the Alfetta and the 75, but all have left home now so it gets little use. Engine has never been open, pink fuel pump wire problem has been fixed, new headlining a few years back, all guibos replaced, lowered on Eibach springs, Koni yellows, Italvolante leather steering wheel and gear knob, Zender boot spoiler, etched windscreen, 
MOMO Arrow rims (have original steel rims). All normal maintenance done by me. Aircon works and it runs and drives well. Central NSW. Tell me what its worth??