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by Rew147
Sat Nov 12, 2022 9:42 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: P4 Front Suspension
Replies: 4
Views: 598

Re: P4 Front Suspension

You got it! I think they were all the very late Imola cars and done away with the bearing in the lower spring platform I believe ??
by Rew147
Sat Nov 12, 2022 9:38 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Identifying Sud Front strut components
Replies: 5
Views: 959

Re: Identifying Sud Front strut components

Can confirm late 33s have similar dimples in my experience it's quite hard to get the positioning incorrect as the lower platform fowls the inner wing when the steering is on full lock, the upper spring platform is very easy to modify/reshape if you find yourself struggling to get hold of a left and...
by Rew147
Sat Nov 12, 2022 9:30 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: P4 Front Suspension
Replies: 4
Views: 598

Re: P4 Front Suspension

Hi Kerry Yes front suspension the same as a standard FWD 33 Not sure if you can still buy new off the shelf inserts but have seen new old stock koni inserts come up from time to time which is fine if you have good bodies for them to go in to if you haven't good luck finding some good bodies are line...
by Rew147
Sun Sep 11, 2022 5:30 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Boomeranging P4
Replies: 7
Views: 3744

Re: Boomeranging P4

Thanks mate back on the road now nearly 1000 miles since 1st July
by Rew147
Mon Jul 25, 2022 11:01 pm
Forum: FORUM MEETS & EVENTS
Topic: 50 Sud’s for the 50th anniversary
Replies: 8
Views: 3087

Re: 50 Sud’s for the 50th anniversary

Hoping to go but will in the P4
by Rew147
Tue Jun 21, 2022 9:52 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Boomeranging P4
Replies: 7
Views: 3744

Re: Boomeranging P4

Hi Shrew the boomerang is almost back ready for the road !
by Rew147
Tue Jun 21, 2022 7:44 pm
Forum: STANDARD ALFAS
Topic: It's been a long time!
Replies: 3
Views: 2318

Re: It's been a long time!

As it was three odd years ago!
by Rew147
Tue Jun 21, 2022 7:41 pm
Forum: STANDARD ALFAS
Topic: It's been a long time!
Replies: 3
Views: 2318

Re: It's been a long time!

Thank you very much can't wait to start using it
by Rew147
Mon Jun 20, 2022 11:46 am
Forum: STANDARD ALFAS
Topic: It's been a long time!
Replies: 3
Views: 2318

It's been a long time!

Hi to everyone! it's been a long time since I've posted anything or even commented on anything but time has just flown by but I'm glad to say the P4 is so very close to being on the road!front doors to fit and take it for a MOT will be taxing it for the start of July and hope to get to some meets th...
by Rew147
Tue May 15, 2018 11:54 am
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 33 suspension set ups
Replies: 21
Views: 5856

Re: 33 suspension set ups

Thanks for the heads up regards AVO I was considering them ,
by Rew147
Tue May 15, 2018 8:09 am
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: Alternative 33 Rear Brake Calipers.
Replies: 1
Views: 1166

Re: Alternative 33 Rear Brake Calipers.

I wish I was at the point of even thinking about fitting brake calipers onto the P4 but would be interested to hear what info anyone has? they must of fitted the original calipers to countless other models fiat and Lancia included so must be plenty of options for a retro fit upgrade right ?? :?: ;) ...
by Rew147
Tue May 15, 2018 7:59 am
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 33 suspension set ups
Replies: 21
Views: 5856

Re: 33 suspension set ups

Quite possibly I'm not 100% sure there's not a lot of information let alone parts out there for the P4
by Rew147
Mon May 14, 2018 9:25 am
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 33 suspension set ups
Replies: 21
Views: 5856

Re: 33 suspension set ups

I think they will fit it's more springs that are an issue as I'm sure there shorter on the P4 due to the straight axle which they mount too so you would have to cut a lump off anything you bought for a Fwd model just to get it to the standard ride height and even more to get it lower! Wether that wo...
by Rew147
Sun May 13, 2018 4:47 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 33 suspension set ups
Replies: 21
Views: 5856

Re: 33 suspension set ups

That's the kind of set up I'm thinking of but but looks to be very diicult to get anything of the shelf for the P4 rear suspension
by Rew147
Sun May 13, 2018 12:38 am
Forum: CLASSIC ALFAS FOR SALE
Topic: Re: Matts old White P4
Replies: 12
Views: 9031

Re: Matts old White P4

I should think he was happy too!
by Rew147
Fri May 11, 2018 2:06 pm
Forum: CLASSIC ALFAS FOR SALE
Topic: Re: Matts old White P4
Replies: 12
Views: 9031

Re: Matts old White P4

I understand your frustration can be a nightmare selling cars!! I am tempted to buy for spares have recently bought a P4 from Shrew it looks to good to break though
by Rew147
Thu May 10, 2018 9:23 pm
Forum: CLASSIC ALFAS FOR SALE
Topic: Re: Matts old White P4
Replies: 12
Views: 9031

Re: Matts old White P4

Hi was this the car that was on Ebay last week ?
by Rew147
Sat Apr 14, 2018 2:11 pm
Forum: ALL OTHER STUFF
Topic: My new project, finally got my integrale.
Replies: 815
Views: 236919

Re: My new project, finally got my integrale.

All good stuff Kev you are making me a little jealous though owning a Integrale something I've always dreamt of should of bought one 15 years ago when even Evos were just about affordable! Made do with a 1300cc then a 1600cc GTIE and finally a HF Turbo which are long gone now I remember picking the ...
by Rew147
Fri Apr 13, 2018 2:07 pm
Forum: RACE, MODIFIED, & TRACK ALFAS
Topic: Classic Alfa race cars
Replies: 23
Views: 16064

Re: Classic Alfa race cars

Yes I think it is, We kind of worked through a middle man on this one but the owner was definitely Chris somebody?? The car had been rolled and someone had done the panel work previous to us getting the car and completing the paint work which was somewhat tricky as we had to keep it as original as p...
by Rew147
Thu Apr 12, 2018 10:11 pm
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: Hi
Replies: 8
Views: 2943

Re: Hi

So the P4 has been picked up Thanks Shrew and his Folks for all there help. She's in the workshop and i had a bit of a dry fit up tonight so far all is looking good actually better than I thought, Top job on the floor pans Shrew!! Planning to get properly stuck in next week will post pics as I go
by Rew147
Thu Apr 12, 2018 9:56 pm
Forum: RACE, MODIFIED, & TRACK ALFAS
Topic: Classic Alfa race cars
Replies: 23
Views: 16064

Re: Classic Alfa race cars

In the meantime some of you may find this interesting not sure on the full history of the car but it was factory built I believe for the world touring car series
by Rew147
Thu Apr 12, 2018 9:47 pm
Forum: RACE, MODIFIED, & TRACK ALFAS
Topic: Classic Alfa race cars
Replies: 23
Views: 16064

Re: Classic Alfa race cars

At least one if not two of those John west sponsered 75s are here in Suffolk in fact they maybe coming to our workshop very soon :D if so I will post lots of pics!
by Rew147
Mon Apr 09, 2018 10:20 pm
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: Yesterday I was working on...
Replies: 360
Views: 125368

Re: Yesterday I was working on...

Agreed engine needs a good overhaul and detailing my OCD side was going into melt down refiitting it but I guess the customer is always right and said he would do it himself in time , personally I think I might be taking that engine out again at some point in the not to distant future ;) :D
by Rew147
Mon Apr 09, 2018 9:21 pm
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: Yesterday I was working on...
Replies: 360
Views: 125368

Re: Yesterday I was working on...

So been working for the dark side today or a VW owner as there more commonly known :D we had completed an outer body respray on this Mk2 Golf then the owner decided they would like the engine bay smartened up so out came the engine and a few other bits and bobs a good prep up and a fresh coat of pai...
by Rew147
Sun Apr 08, 2018 11:48 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 33 suspension set ups
Replies: 21
Views: 5856

Re: 33 suspension set ups

Cool thanks for that will take a look them
by Rew147
Fri Apr 06, 2018 7:28 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 33 suspension set ups
Replies: 21
Views: 5856

Re: 33 suspension set ups

Oooo those intrax struts look nice pieces of kit :D always worrying when they don't list any prices though Haha may be a case of if you have to ask you can't afford them ☹
by Rew147
Thu Apr 05, 2018 7:21 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 33 suspension set ups
Replies: 21
Views: 5856

Re: 33 suspension set ups

That's great Oggie thanks for the info the koni inserts were the only thing I have seen so you've just confirmed what I thought :D weird they don't seem to list anything for the rears :?: I have seen some Avo rear adjustables though have you had any experience with these?
by Rew147
Wed Apr 04, 2018 8:37 pm
Forum: ALFASUD, SPRINT, 33
Topic: 33 suspension set ups
Replies: 21
Views: 5856

33 suspension set ups

So the P4 isn't even in the workshop yet but it's not stopping me from planning out what and what not to-do with it, one thing I am interested in doing is uprating the standard suspension set up unfortunately there doesent seem like there's a lot of options out there! just wondering what you guys ar...
by Rew147
Mon Apr 02, 2018 1:48 pm
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: Hi
Replies: 8
Views: 2943

Re: Hi

Oh god the pressure! :shock: well if it comes out like I'm picturing in my head all will be good can't wait to get started on it, I'm very tempted to do a colour change I don't know what and it wouldn't be anything to out there but would be nice to have something a little different but then it's not...
by Rew147
Mon Apr 02, 2018 11:26 am
Forum: GENERAL DISCUSSION
Topic: Hi
Replies: 8
Views: 2943

Re: Hi

Hope to keep you all updated as much as possible with pictures throughout the resurrection, Not sure on how far I'm going to go with it as yet it won't be be a concourse restoration as I want to be able to use it and not go into some kind of melt down if it happens to start raining whilst were out o...