• 71Veloce – 8 Days Left

    71Veloce – 8 Days Left

    Earlier this week it occurred to me that I only have 8 working days available before the Jaguar Simola Hill Climb. My stomach turned and panic set in! Fortunately, all… Read More

  • 71Veloce – Motor Assembly

    71Veloce – Motor Assembly

    Hectic week of last minute preparation in anticipation of the motor and body coming together, with expected challenges along the way! First misplaced orings, followed by missing valve guides, which… Read More

  • 71Veloce – Quick Update

    71Veloce – Quick Update

    Been out of town for a couple of weeks. Slow progress with a little scope creep, but well worth the extra time and effort! Starting to get rather excited about… Read More

  • 71Veloce – Electroplating

    71Veloce – Electroplating

    Bits & Bolts back from Electroplating. Looking factory. #overhauling #delacruz #71veloce #veloce #overhaul #alfa #alfagt #alfagtv #alfista #alfisti #alfaromeo #alfa1750 #alfa1750gtv #electroplating #capetown #capetowncars #capetowncool #capetownclassics Read More

  • 71Veloce – Stumbling Block

    71Veloce – Stumbling Block

    Popped into Auto Azzuri for some advice on my block, which has some corrosion in some key places at 45 years old! Fortunately they had another open motor to show… Read More

  • 71Veloce – Motor & Body Overhaul Update 2

    71Veloce – Motor & Body Overhaul Update 2

    Long overdue update on Alfa land!!! Front end, engine bay & doors cleaned & prepped for spray. #sheddingweight Pipercross airfilter backing plates damaged from tilting of motor, so had new… Read More