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by Melvivio
Sun Apr 29, 2018 12:10 pm
Forum: Performance
Topic: Oil level
Replies: 5
Views: 5224

Re: Oil level

Check out motortrend engine masters. https://www.motortrendondemand.com/detail/how-oil-kills-power/0_iqs4grke/ Quick summary, it is better to run with oil free of the moving parts crank, towards the minimum level. Lower RPM there isn't all that much difference, but at the higher RPM, slush will crea...
by Melvivio
Mon Apr 23, 2018 5:41 am
Forum: Site Administration & announcements
Topic: AlfaGtv6.com - CLOSING TIME - January 31st 2019.
Replies: 16
Views: 24143

Re: AlfaGtv6.com - CLOSING TIME - January 31st 2019.

Hello, I'm mostly a lurker, but it will be a great shame if another forum has to close. It is a companion in my bookmarks, but I didn't find the time to post regularly. A ton of information will be lost if no solution is found. Thank you for your commitment thus far! Hopefully you'll change your min...
by Melvivio
Fri Dec 12, 2014 5:15 am
Forum: Performance
Topic: Jim K. 3.2 engine
Replies: 344
Views: 165728

Re: Jim K. 3.2 engine

This is going to be a great engine :) Looks promising already!
by Melvivio
Mon Sep 22, 2014 11:18 am
Forum: Suspension, Steering, Wheels, Tires
Topic: Flipped ball joint LCA
Replies: 10
Views: 9476

Re: Flipped ball joint LCA

Finding this thread here made me happy, as this is currently something what is the last step for my car set-up. And perhaps there have been some new advances regarding this. The wishbones of my car are currently also pointing upwards due to lowering and fitting 30mm torsion bars and 60kg rsr springs...
by Melvivio
Tue Oct 23, 2012 9:59 am
Forum: Cooling system, Heating and Air conditioning
Topic: Resevoir Cap Specification
Replies: 2
Views: 4524

Re: Resevoir Cap Specification

There are many different ones available. Just start looking for one with 0.7 or slightly greater. Obviously running a too high pressure can cause damage to the engine or other parts of the cooling system. Newer cars run much higher pressures (1.2 etc) so I think best is 1 or close to. This is the si...
by Melvivio
Mon Oct 22, 2012 2:17 pm
Forum: Cooling system, Heating and Air conditioning
Topic: A/C installation in a non A/C spec GTV6
Replies: 15
Views: 19404

Re: A/C installation in a non A/C spec GTV6

Hi krash, Sorry for the late reply! But hopefully you'll read this. Firstly thank you very much for the response! I am happy to report that the work on AC retrofit is finished and with great success. I can keep the car and myself cool, on highways or in traffic. Hottest temperature I have driven wit...
by Melvivio
Sun Sep 25, 2011 9:50 am
Forum: Cooling system, Heating and Air conditioning
Topic: A/C installation in a non A/C spec GTV6
Replies: 15
Views: 19404

Re: A/C installation in a non A/C spec GTV6

So an update. I ran halfway during this summer into some trouble. One of my radiator fans died. So I bought a second hand 156/166 jtd unit, welded some mounting points to it. http://i376.photobucket.com/albums/oo209/Melvivio/Alfa%20Romeo%201980%20GTV6/IMG_5186.jpg The result is a much more stable wa...
by Melvivio
Sun Sep 25, 2011 9:41 am
Forum: Performance
Topic: 166 24v into 116 GTV
Replies: 111
Views: 96963

Re: 166 24v into 116 GTV

Holy crap what an engine! :shock:

Never read the answer to the question, were you able to get in front of the other Alfa's with your 24v engine? :)
by Melvivio
Wed Sep 21, 2011 1:55 pm
Forum: Performance
Topic: JK's v6 book
Replies: 266
Views: 130717

Re: JK's v6 book

What a book. Very nicely done :) Now I can plan my future investments in the car! :D
by Melvivio
Wed Sep 21, 2011 1:43 pm
Forum: Performance
Topic: 3 liter, 24 valve engine project
Replies: 405
Views: 257140

Re: 3 liter, 24 valve engine project

Well seems like your really enjoying yourselves! Good stuff! More 24 Vids :wink:
by Melvivio
Sat Jun 25, 2011 2:06 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering, Wheels, Tires
Topic: POWAAA STEERING!
Replies: 32
Views: 19297

Re: POWAAA STEERING!

ahem.... yes I did.....

Damn... Messed that up... :lol:
by Melvivio
Sat Jun 25, 2011 1:58 pm
Forum: Performance
Topic: 3 liter, 24 valve engine project
Replies: 405
Views: 257140

Re: 3 liter, 24 valve engine project

Looks; Great
Sound; Great
Enviroment; Great

This all on camera, priceless :)

The little battle with the Corvette was fun. But a poor driver :) Great fun! You'll enjoy this summer I'm Sure!
by Melvivio
Thu Jun 23, 2011 9:21 am
Forum: Performance
Topic: 3 liter, 24 valve engine project
Replies: 405
Views: 257140

Re: 3 liter, 24 valve engine project

Sounds good!

Be sure to make lots of pictures! Or even better a movie!

Good work! I hope for you the car will run like a beast!
by Melvivio
Wed Jun 22, 2011 9:56 am
Forum: Suspension, Steering, Wheels, Tires
Topic: POWAAA STEERING!
Replies: 32
Views: 19297

Re: POWAAA STEERING!

Very fun and good conversion! When I shoot my steering rack to bits this might be a good conversion for my luxury salon-car.

This thread is worthless with more pictures :wink:

:wall:
by Melvivio
Wed Jun 15, 2011 3:47 pm
Forum: Braking
Topic: Some more brake upgrades for the 116.
Replies: 487
Views: 366315

Re: Some more brake upgrades for the 116-Barry

@MD and Giuliettaevo2 My car is leaking much harder then over just the seals..... :oops: There is also lesser room around the gearbox with my exhaust, but it can be pulled apart fairly easy! :mrgreen: I also have no airducts yet :wall: @Kevin Your welcome! I'll keep you posted when I make my design :)