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 are still awol! Lots of running around and everything back in track, although I think the guys at Auto Azzuri might be tired of seeing … Read more
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 completing, installing and firing up the motor!!! Hill climb is coming! [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”17″ gal_title=”Quick Update”]
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
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 the me what to do. #tricksofthetrade Received the head back from engineers last week, ported and skimmed, let assembly begin. #torquingheads Always nice to see … Read more
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 plates cut #verysexy Procured some more parts from my supplier including much desired original wooden steering wheel, widened original 14 inch steel wheels and some … Read more
Race season is upon us, so time for cars is limited! #workworkwork Crank with engineers for balancing, Head good, but need valves, guides and a skim. Expected! #somegoodnews Drivers door needs reconstructive surgery, so we have decided to use doors from stepnose in the interim! #sparecar Removed windscreen to access dash so rewiring can commence. … Read more