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by MD
Wed Dec 28, 2022 1:30 pm
Forum: Other
Topic: Giocattaolo
Replies: 0
Views: 1622

Giocattaolo

Man, this topic set has huge diversity and has built up a big library over the years. You can spend hours goofing off and enjoying it. Here is a clip of the Giocattaolo running in the Targa Tasmania 2022. Check out the V8 noise..
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOaFNfCmQkY
by MD
Sun Dec 11, 2022 10:26 pm
Forum: Fuel, Electrical & ignition (stock Bosch)
Topic: Fuel Pump Damage/ Checkout?
Replies: 3
Views: 847

Re: Fuel Pump Damage/ Checkout?

Alan it is OK to bench test a fuel pump on the following conditions:- Secure the pump so that it stays in a fixed position. Pump a non flammable liquid like water instead of fuel Use an inline fuse between the pump connections and the battery. 20 amps max. Have some where to deliver the pumped liqui...
by MD
Wed Dec 07, 2022 7:51 pm
Forum: Suspension, Steering, Wheels, Tires
Topic: Electric Power Steering on 75 Rack
Replies: 4
Views: 3585

Re: Electric Power Steering on 75 Rack

Kevin,
If you consistently do high revs, it may be wise to increase the size of your alternator pulley to slow it down so it doesn't thrash itself to pieces. It will still make all the power just the same unless you do the opposite and idle it everywhere... :D
by MD
Wed Dec 07, 2022 7:45 pm
Forum: Fuel, Electrical & ignition (stock Bosch)
Topic: Fuel Pump Damage/ Checkout?
Replies: 3
Views: 847

Re: Fuel Pump Damage/ Checkout?

Alan, Something tells me that the operation of the fuel pump coincides with the starter motor. Just turning the ignition "On" will not initiate the fuel pump operation. The simplest way to check if your fuel pump is getting power is to make up a little test lead using two alligator clips, ...
by MD
Wed Nov 30, 2022 11:47 pm
Forum: Performance
Topic: V6 12v Individual Throttle Body
Replies: 15
Views: 4831

Re: V6 12v Individual Throttle Body

TBs as pictured suggest top end power coming from high revs. Irrespective of the lengths, induction without filtration for a road car is a recepe for rapid wear and under bonnet fires.
by MD
Sun Nov 27, 2022 2:09 am
Forum: Race Cars and Track preparation
Topic: "Patches" MD's Final Racing Project
Replies: 120
Views: 36953

Re: "Patches" MD's Final Racing Project

Wow !! More than a year and half gone without any progress on the 75. However, there is a reason for this. I have been busy quietly restoring an Alfetta GTV 2.0 that has been sitting in my workshop for 5 years waiting to be the back up car if I have a major track incident with Orange Cab. Thankfully...
by MD
Fri Jul 15, 2022 1:54 pm
Forum: Parts
Topic: Wanted. Alfetta GTV Rear spring lower rubber base
Replies: 2
Views: 1922

Re: Wanted. Alfetta GTV Rear spring lower rubber base

If you haven't found an original part by now then this might help. Just source a thick walled ordinary garden hose. Cut a length equal to the circumference of your spring. Make a split cut along the length of the off-cut piece. Wrap it around the spring base. If it requires it, use some light cable ...
by MD
Mon Jul 11, 2022 4:02 pm
Forum: Race Cars and Track preparation
Topic: Project 2 : front mount SA GTV 3.0 - Sei diff
Replies: 431
Views: 226153

Re: Project 2 : front mount SA GTV 3.0 - Sei diff

Good luck with the fish and chips.
by MD
Mon Jul 11, 2022 1:51 pm
Forum: Race Cars and Track preparation
Topic: Project 2 : front mount SA GTV 3.0 - Sei diff
Replies: 431
Views: 226153

Re: Project 2 : front mount SA GTV 3.0 - Sei diff

Kevin, Stop. STOP. SSSSSTTTOOOPPP !!! You got the concept all arse about face. The idea is:- Take the left bank left with a larger muffler only. Take the right bank with a larger muffler only. DO NOT COMBINE ANYTHING. The idea being that you distribute the noise to two locations and not concentrate ...
by MD
Mon Jun 20, 2022 1:38 pm
Forum: Race Cars and Track preparation
Topic: GTV6 3.2 24V
Replies: 19
Views: 4194

Re: GTV6 3.2 24V

Peter Think about it. Oil pressure during the braking cycle is almost irrelevant because the engine is on a very small load compared to maximum power under acceleration. A good oil will see this period of engine running well enough not to be of concern. If the pressure is holding up during cornering...
by MD
Sun Jun 19, 2022 3:06 pm
Forum: Race Cars and Track preparation
Topic: GTV6 3.2 24V
Replies: 19
Views: 4194

Re: GTV6 3.2 24V

Surprises me too.
You can never surprise Kevin. Has his guard up 24/7. Sleeps with one eye open. The other one is intermittent. Onya Kevin !
by MD
Fri Jun 17, 2022 1:49 pm
Forum: Introduce yourself - Gallery
Topic: Hello from relocation to UK with my two South African GTV6's
Replies: 358
Views: 242513

Re: Hello from relocation to UK with my two South African GTV6's

Kevin I think you have a tyre noise problem. Remember you only need two to go round corners.
by MD
Fri Jun 17, 2022 1:42 pm
Forum: Race Cars and Track preparation
Topic: GTV6 3.2 24V
Replies: 19
Views: 4194

Re: GTV6 3.2 24V

Hey Polski. Good to see you out there giving motorsport a crack. As long as you are quicker than Kevin that's all that counts. Had a very quick think about your request. If the pick up point is your only concern, I think it plausible to just relocate it using your existing pump. My Picasso drawing s...
by MD
Sun Jun 12, 2022 7:28 pm
Forum: Race Cars and Track preparation
Topic: Project 2 : front mount SA GTV 3.0 - Sei diff
Replies: 431
Views: 226153

Re: Project 2 : front mount SA GTV 3.0 - Sei diff

Try twin larger mufflers
by MD
Sat Apr 30, 2022 2:11 pm
Forum: Race Cars and Track preparation
Topic: GTV6 3.2 24V
Replies: 19
Views: 4194

Re: GTV6 3.2 24V

HI Peter, A very nice practical and minimalist outcome for all you dedication. Nice job mate. ...one thing I don't understand is why you left that wrap around condom on your steering wheel ?? Impact protection of some kind perhaps? You know how it goes, I can't just let you get off Scott free :D :D ...