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by alfadave
Thu Mar 28, 2024 10:21 am
Forum: ALL OTHER STUFF
Topic: Dave's Mystery Restoration?
Replies: 49
Views: 19680

Re: Dave's Mystery Restoration?

The Olympic was designed on the back of a fag packet, by a very clever man called Richard Parker. Sadly no longer with us.

The Phase 1 had a fully aerodynamic underside........hopefully Lou will post a photo.
by alfadave
Mon Mar 25, 2024 9:05 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Ignition switch
Replies: 3
Views: 36

Re: Ignition switch

Yes......tried graphite powder as it was getting worse. Then it packed in completely. Last time the local locksmith actually fixed it. He said it was a worn barrel and the levers were dropping through. I've got a spare here....if I can get this one out? But I think fitting old worn out ones is a bad...
by alfadave
Mon Mar 25, 2024 2:41 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Ignition switch
Replies: 3
Views: 36

Re: Ignition switch

..........or simply cut a slot in the outer tube to allow the pin to slide out.

Security is by a disc lok in any case.
by alfadave
Mon Mar 25, 2024 2:19 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Ignition switch
Replies: 3
Views: 36

Ignition switch

My Sud ignition key won't turn in the switch. The steering lock is also on. I've removed the small screw, but the chrome pin won't push in to allow me to remove the switch. I've tried holding the steering wheel away from the locked position, and jiggling the key at the same time. I actually have a s...
by alfadave
Mon Mar 18, 2024 12:18 am
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: SPRINT RESURRECTION
Replies: 284
Views: 36312

Re: SPRINT RESURRECTION

Glad you're back on board.
Always interesting to read your reports.

Do you keep a running total of the outlay?
Not me...the bills are quickly put in the recycling bin!
by alfadave
Sun Mar 10, 2024 9:23 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 1980 Sud Super
Replies: 29
Views: 3337

Re: 1980 Sud Super

What make of pistons?!!
by alfadave
Fri Mar 08, 2024 5:18 pm
Forum: OTHER STUFF
Topic: Alfa Brera 2.4 JTD
Replies: 8
Views: 4746

Re: Alfa Brera 2.4 JTD

The cambelt snapped on the Motorway at 80 mph!
Maybe a spares car for someone?
Its an SV model with black leather etc
by alfadave
Thu Mar 07, 2024 9:55 am
Forum: ALL OTHER STUFF
Topic: Dave's Mystery Restoration?
Replies: 49
Views: 19680

Re: Dave's Mystery Restoration?

After 4 years of intermittent tinkering, had my first run out in the Rochdale Olympic Phase 1 the other day.

Hopefully some pics will follow from Lou?
by alfadave
Wed Mar 06, 2024 10:10 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Spotlights.
Replies: 7
Views: 101

Re: Spotlights.

Car Builder Solutions!
by alfadave
Mon Mar 04, 2024 9:13 am
Forum: OTHER STUFF
Topic: My old sprint
Replies: 10
Views: 137

Re: My old sprint

OK, understood.
From your first post, I thought it was a parts car.
Clearly, looking at the photos, it isn't!!
by alfadave
Sun Mar 03, 2024 2:56 pm
Forum: OTHER STUFF
Topic: My old sprint
Replies: 10
Views: 137

Re: My old sprint

Is the gearbox 5 speed?
If so, I would buy it, and can collect.
by alfadave
Tue Feb 27, 2024 4:33 pm
Forum: OTHER STUFF
Topic: Alfa Brera 2.4 JTD
Replies: 8
Views: 4746

Re: Alfa Brera 2.4 JTD

No longer available
by alfadave
Tue Feb 13, 2024 8:15 pm
Forum: OTHER SERVICES/SUPPLIERS
Topic: Tee shirts
Replies: 0
Views: 86

Tee shirts

Mangoletsi used to have some tee shirts with a full size, colour Alfa Romeo badge on the rear.

I had one, but its gone missing!

Anyone know where I can get a replacement?
by alfadave
Sat Feb 10, 2024 12:46 pm
Forum: OTHER STUFF
Topic: Alfa Brera 2.4 JTD
Replies: 8
Views: 4746

Re: Alfa Brera 2.4 JTD

My son Matthew bought this Brera from Kev 5 years ago. Has been used sparingly and now has 206K on the clock. He needs to sell it now due to stretched finances. Has an MoT until August. Runs well, and pulls like a train. Doesn't use oil or water. Car is in Stockport, Gtr Manchester. Looking for £180...
by alfadave
Sun Jan 07, 2024 11:24 am
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Cambelt change (engine in)
Replies: 9
Views: 769

Re: Cambelt change (engine in)

If it ain't broke, don't fix it!!
by alfadave
Sat Jan 06, 2024 9:07 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Cambelt change (engine in)
Replies: 9
Views: 769

Re: Cambelt change (engine in)

.......but before you attempt to remove the waterpump......

how many miles has it done, and any play in the bearings?

They can be hard to remove!
by alfadave
Fri Jan 05, 2024 9:00 pm
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: general chat thread
Replies: 708
Views: 247806

Re: general chat thread

Congratulations!

172 horses is a good Clio!
by alfadave
Fri Jan 05, 2024 8:53 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Cambelt change (engine in)
Replies: 9
Views: 769

Re: Cambelt change (engine in)

I normally remove the rad with hoses attatched to it.
Much better access
by alfadave
Sun Dec 24, 2023 3:57 pm
Forum: 156, 147, and GT
Topic: My 916 Spider
Replies: 132
Views: 23789

Re: My 916 Spider

Lou, looks like an up and coming minter!

Are there any regular rust traps on the Spiders?

I need to know for when I buy one!

They still seem to go for bargain prices
by alfadave
Fri Dec 15, 2023 9:54 am
Forum: PARTS WANTED
Topic: Sud front wing
Replies: 8
Views: 825

Re: Sud front wing

...........he also has a LH one!
by alfadave
Fri Dec 15, 2023 9:50 am
Forum: PARTS WANTED
Topic: Sud front wing
Replies: 8
Views: 825

Re: Sud front wing

Lou,
If its a RH one you want, have a trip to Southport!

Ebay 115914878279
by alfadave
Tue Dec 12, 2023 1:14 am
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Engine won't idle
Replies: 3
Views: 462

Re: Engine won't idle

Very good tips Lou.
Just a little other thought is to check the 4 pipes from the carbs to the oil filler tube. Any splits can pull air.
by alfadave
Wed Dec 06, 2023 7:09 pm
Forum: NEW & USED PARTS
Topic: AVO
Replies: 2
Views: 463

AVO

I am informed that AVO suspension have gone to the wall.

Not sure if they supplied shocks etc for Suds/ 33's?
by alfadave
Sun Dec 03, 2023 7:03 pm
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: EV Joke.
Replies: 4
Views: 582

Re: EV Joke.

Lotus Elan SE becomes the Greenwich?
by alfadave
Thu Nov 30, 2023 1:34 pm
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: Tyres
Replies: 10
Views: 737

Re: Tyres

Steve Lister told you that one!
by alfadave
Wed Nov 29, 2023 9:04 pm
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: Tyres
Replies: 10
Views: 737

Re: Tyres

The guy at my local tyre place asked me to guess which company consistently produce the most tyres annually?
by alfadave
Wed Nov 29, 2023 6:54 pm
Forum: CLASSIC ALFAS FOR SALE
Topic: Free 166
Replies: 0
Views: 1008

Free 166

On the AROC website there is a 166 TS.

Free to someone who can shift it!

No photos, and not much detail.
by alfadave
Wed Nov 29, 2023 9:24 am
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: Tyres
Replies: 10
Views: 737

Re: Tyres

Tim,
You seem to want to avoid Chinese tyres......like me!

Mazzini ECO 307 are B rated in the wet !
by alfadave
Wed Nov 29, 2023 12:30 am
Forum: NEW & USED PARTS
Topic: Non return valves
Replies: 1
Views: 241

Re: Non return valves

Bought a Sytec one.
Hope I don't have any returns
by alfadave
Tue Nov 28, 2023 10:07 am
Forum: GIULIETTA
Topic: RAC rally 2023
Replies: 11
Views: 956

Re: RAC rally 2023

Sorry to go off subject,
But TT Tools in Essex will redrill for £75 per wheel.

Looks a bit iffy to me, and I can buy new minilite lookalikes for £300