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Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 27, 2008, 07:40:23 PM
One for those fiat boys here.

http://www.hotpix.at/index.php?option=com_ponygallery&func=viewcategory&catid=148&startpage=1&size=big&Itemid=27#category

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on September 27, 2008, 08:16:14 PM
Arrgh :-[ Awful crash! hope the guy was ok, what a lovely little car too.
All that hot red radiator fluid everywhere and glass and the door came off and wheel... mean.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: HaNs on September 27, 2008, 08:24:25 PM
WOW!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: gti vr6 on September 27, 2008, 10:06:34 PM
holy crap... poor car  :(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on September 28, 2008, 09:27:27 AM
Noooooooo.

Ill have the hardtop, rear dif, side mirror, and those wheels please (assumes there is a spare for the one that is in pieces) for my spider
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: gti vr6 on September 28, 2008, 09:30:09 AM
the exhaust still looks ok  :D

makes me cringe when I think of the time & effort that must have gone into that car


great photography though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 28, 2008, 09:55:58 AM
Quote from: gti vr6 on September 28, 2008, 09:30:09 AM
the exhaust still looks ok  :D


Its a true straight-through system, you get a great view of it in one of the shots.
But yeah, looks like it was a pretty nice car once upon a time
Look at how far over the driver was flung in the 2nd to last pic on pg1, and it doesn't look like the driver was even wearing a neck brace  ::) :o 
Wait for the HANS comments from our resident racers...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on September 28, 2008, 11:10:49 AM
 :'(
what a car to smash!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on September 28, 2008, 12:05:55 PM
What a scary car to crash so small and close to the impact you are.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 28, 2008, 02:43:43 PM
Quote from: spooln on September 28, 2008, 09:27:27 AM
Noooooooo.

Ill have the hardtop, rear dif, side mirror, and those wheels please (assumes there is a spare for the one that is in pieces) for my spider

when i saw the link, i thought of your spider Neil.

He hit hard alright :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 28, 2008, 05:59:15 PM
good way to destroy genuine 124 abarth rallye and campbell wasn't even driving it  :D :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 86gte on September 30, 2008, 10:57:14 AM
Thats some pretty amazing photography right there, certainly a waste of a very nice and well looked after car. The photos on the 2nd page show how far the car kept moving!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Vorsprung on September 30, 2008, 12:29:27 PM
Nice of the bonnet to come back and meet him inside the cabin
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on September 30, 2008, 06:43:31 PM
Oh no - you see fiat blood spewing out of the bonnet as she dies a sad death
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 02, 2008, 09:41:49 PM
Going from a write-off to a 'new' car

http://cgi.ebay.it/LANCIA-Delta-S4-stradale-AUTO-NUOVA-NEW-CAR-NEU_W0QQitemZ110286326791QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item110286326791&_trkparms=72%3A1025%7C39%3A1%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C240%3A1318&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14

read how many kms!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on October 02, 2008, 09:52:06 PM
WOW-MINT. such a cool car

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 02, 2008, 10:28:47 PM
shot gun mine  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 86gte on October 03, 2008, 10:53:14 AM
A bargin at just over $300,000!!

I wonder if it would be "rare" enough to get in to nz on the same exemption as Portmanteaus nothelle?    ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 03, 2008, 12:08:32 PM
Quote from: 86gte on October 03, 2008, 10:53:14 AM
A bargin at just over $300,000!!

I wonder if it would be "rare" enough to get in to nz on the same exemption as Portmanteaus nothelle?    ;D


Next year it is 20 years old anyway! :o

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 02, 2008, 10:30:39 PM
thought we should revive this thread as there is a strong contingent of fiat boys on vask. mention anything in the fiat family, ferrari, lancia, old school lamborghini's etc.

update on my fiat, timing is a fair bit out. she tends to run on for awhile after i turn the ignition off, very weird.

lanica, never work on a delta. phil may have spilt his sorrows about the car to you terry. tried to get water pump off, 1.5hrs later still on realising to get it out we need to drop the engine.

How's your tipo turbo terry? fully certified yet?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 03, 2008, 06:36:16 AM
Quote from: 124dude on December 02, 2008, 10:30:39 PM
How's your tipo turbo terry? fully certified yet?

Haha good one!  ;D  He's too busy buying cars for that.  What is it Terry, 4 Italian cars in 2 weeks?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on December 03, 2008, 08:21:45 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 03, 2008, 06:36:16 AM
Haha good one!  ;D  He's too busy buying cars for that.  What is it Terry, 4 Italian cars in 2 weeks?
and I am enjoying driving one of them.
Terry might be tired he was still driving the 156 til late last night
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 03, 2008, 08:55:33 AM
Quote from: tempq18t on December 03, 2008, 08:21:45 AM
Terry might be tired he was still driving the 156 til late last night

how many cars does that man have now!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Angle on December 03, 2008, 09:56:57 AM
Notice the odometer doesn't say 0, but 7 hundred odd k's? Not a big deal, but the ad stated 0.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 04, 2008, 12:07:07 PM
Quote from: 124dude on December 03, 2008, 08:55:33 AM
how many cars does that man have now!

Hey boys, how many?..... seven. Although the guy with alfa 164's is proving very hard to get a hold of. If it falls through no big drama really. Just a pain.

New cars: Fiat marea wagon, it's 20v 2l and goes well - so i've been told ;D Need to pick it up from Auckland.
And add to the collection an alfa 156 2l twinspark, and what a car. Sounds awesome esp at 7k on the old rev counter >:D

Nope Scott tipo is still highly illegal but now can have some time spent on it in prep for the wellington dyno day.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 04, 2008, 12:31:53 PM
gees your shed is sounding more and more like ours. The wellington Italian Castle. You need to move the alfa, to get the tipo to get to the marea to get to the 130 and so forth. I hear that mal, phils favourite person is putting a alfa 155 2.5 v6 into his 3dr tipo that he couldn't sell. i'll be having a tipo drop into my hands at the end of jan, could make something out of it lol.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 15, 2008, 05:31:25 PM
Hay guys, just an update on my car.

Just got her back from the panel beaters / painters all fixed up for xmas. So i gave her a well deserved bath and took the opportunity of the good weather and went for a photo shoot out at one of the lakes, and this is what i came up with. Cheers.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 15, 2008, 05:32:03 PM
and a few more
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 15, 2008, 05:32:50 PM
....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on December 15, 2008, 05:36:55 PM
Nice VASK sticker... car is ok too ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 15, 2008, 08:04:41 PM
Love that front on shot  8)

What did you have done at the painters?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 15, 2008, 08:18:30 PM
The first day i had my car on the road about march this year, a mate of mine was getting out of the car and the wind caught the door and swung it right open breaking the door strop. At the time there was no physical damage only that the door strop had broken but after time a crack formed and a dent soon followed. It only dented the bog luckily, and what i saw coming through was the rain water actually reacting with the bog. So thought, its only gonna get worse so may as well get it done before xmas and keep your eyes peeled for a future edition of NZCC  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 15, 2008, 09:09:36 PM
NZCC?  Sweet!

I see your Dad's Espada is about to grace the same pages too?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: halcyontom on December 15, 2008, 09:10:16 PM
car porn!

your dad own the sexy red espada for sale in next months CC?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 15, 2008, 09:13:36 PM
already has graced the NZCC year book... i also get a name drop in the article, "...and his son scott has also caught the italian bug, he drives a restored fiat 124 Coup?".

i emailed alan last month in regards to the november edition with the two boys and there escorts who said they "restored" there fords when infact all they did was add bucket seats, quarter bumpers and a sound system. So thought i had to intervene and show them a real teenage resto lol. he said after xmas he will love to do a article on me and my car, trying to organise a mix story on me and lindsay lyons sons capri.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 16, 2008, 12:10:26 PM
Good work Scott, like brett the front-on shot with lights on and a hint of the cage looks awesome. BC is the best shape.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 16, 2008, 05:18:23 PM
Hey guys, thanks a lot! Its such a head turning car and even the boys in there evos/wrx give it a good look.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 16, 2008, 05:54:41 PM
It was Fiat city outside of Pitstop in Napier today. A real nice red 124 on 15 inch Super Lites and an old Spider.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on December 16, 2008, 07:20:00 PM
hey Scott 124 looks cool, is mean with the cage  >:D look foward to seeing it is NZCC!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 16, 2008, 07:38:26 PM
thanks dude. you should drop a line to Alan at NZCC? will you be participating at the fiat club track day on Jan 11th at taupo??
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on December 16, 2008, 07:59:15 PM
yeah, once mines mint might do..don't know if i'll participate, but might come along and have a look, will see. Do you know if any stradas are going?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on December 16, 2008, 08:10:27 PM
Looks really nice! Especially at such a mint spot.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 16, 2008, 09:32:10 PM
uhm no not off the top of my head. i'm contemplating entering, not 100% yet since last time was so unorganized but atleast i got a few runs in which was still fun.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 16, 2008, 10:13:26 PM
Quote from: 124dude on December 16, 2008, 09:32:10 PM
uhm no not off the top of my head. i'm contemplating entering, not 100% yet since last time was so unorganized but atleast i got a few runs in which was still fun.

Hey they gave us a $25 refund on the Sept dual sprints, and an assurance that they'd be better organised next time.  I'd go if I was able.

Quote from: db_222 on December 16, 2008, 07:59:15 PM
yeah, once mines mint might do..don't know if i'll participate, but might come along and have a look, will see. Do you know if any stradas are going?

No BRETTS or XS RPM for obvious reasons!  Realistically Derek Batchelor is the only other possible Strada entrant, and he's 50/50 at best
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 17, 2008, 08:18:23 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 16, 2008, 10:13:26 PM
Hey they gave us a $25 refund on the Sept dual sprints, and an assurance that they'd be better organised next time.  I'd go if I was able.

yeah received that cheque, was quite nice of campbell to do that, but that money went straight to bryce road. how's your guys progress going brett?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 17, 2008, 07:02:12 PM
Yeah good thanks Scott.  I've got hospital on Friday morning, probably another 6 weeks on crutches to go - getting pretty good on them now!  - then maybe a moon boot.  Stacey should be back at work after new years, movement is still a bit awkward for him and he can't lift anything, bend over or sit on low seats but all things considered he seems to be doing pretty well. 

We're both aiming to be at the VASK day in June - me with the TypeR and Stacey in a mates Coupe 16vT
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 17, 2008, 08:43:23 PM
would that be the silver coupe 16vt?? thats good to hear that you guys are making good progress, slowly but surely.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 17, 2008, 09:01:47 PM
Nah red Coupe, SKIAT.  I think the silver one you're thinking of is Andy Lines' 20vT
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 18, 2008, 08:31:28 AM
ah yeah thats the one, was at last fiat track day, stripped out with a cage etc. 
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 18, 2008, 08:37:23 AM
Last night I went out to the GF's Fathers Orchard to drop off her old car and spotted this:

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi42.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fe348%2FGolfboy666gti%2Ffiat850.jpg&hash=e9c92a0889a8b7dcd42b4e6579a3dc06aedbe19d)

Only real rust in the front boot lid. This shape isnt how I remember Fiat 850's looking. Is it a rare car?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on December 18, 2008, 11:04:16 AM
Not super rare - definitely an 850.. you may be thinking of the fastback sport model.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 18, 2008, 04:40:55 PM
its a fiat, there will be more rust for sure!

as for what car it is, i believe its an Abarth 2000 replica with a twin cam rear mounted. Golfboy666gti, where is your GF's fathers orchard located? Could you possibly do a bit of detective work and find out some more history on the car by talking to your GF's father? Anything more would be much appreciated, pm me with what ya come up with. Cheers dude
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 18, 2008, 04:51:45 PM
Quote from: 124dude on December 18, 2008, 04:40:55 PM
its a fiat, there will be more rust for sure!

as for what car it is, i believe its an Abarth 2000 replica with a twin cam rear mounted. Golfboy666gti, where is your GF's fathers orchard located? Could you possibly do a bit of detective work and find out some more history on the car by talking to your GF's father? Anything more would be much appreciated, pm me with what ya come up with. Cheers dude

Ive been with my GF for a year and it was the first time Ive even been to her fathers orchard (he doesnt live on site). I spoken to him about last night, he said its being stored for someone who hasnt paid storage fees for over a year so who know what will happen with it, Ill make sure it doesnt get into the wrong hands though.
As for rust, there doesnt seem to be any around the windows or wheel arches etc, it was very dusty and dirty though.
Oh, the orchard is between Napier and Hastings :)
Also, I looked the plate up on carjam, it doesnt seem to come up, but then neither does Dads old TR4A.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 18, 2008, 04:56:20 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on December 18, 2008, 04:51:45 PM
Also, I looked the plate up on carjam, it doesnt seem to come up, but then neither does Dads old TR4A.


I just did a motochek on it and the plate hasnt been used for a number of years!
Looking at the car i would say that the car hasnt been used for ages either so that would be about right
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 18, 2008, 05:11:46 PM
cheers for that info dude, was very interesting. keen Fiat 850 guys will want to restore it....

My old man says - "how much for it? and when can we get it?" so pass that on to your gf's dad and who knows what will happen.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 18, 2008, 05:39:30 PM
Quote from: 124dude on December 18, 2008, 05:11:46 PM
cheers for that info dude, was very interesting. keen Fiat 850 guys will want to restore it....

My old man says - "how much for it? and when can we get it?" so pass that on to your gf's dad and who knows what will happen.

Haha, will do.


Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 18, 2008, 09:39:19 PM
Looks like an 850 Special. See the blue car on the wiki http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiat_850.  Cool old car.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 18, 2008, 09:52:45 PM
i got it wrong, it is an 850 sedan that some keen fiat guys may wish to turn into a "Ug" replica. 146mph in the 60's  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 18, 2008, 11:35:06 PM
Ha Scott... I was wondering what you were playing at there, calling it an Abarth!  Just an 850 sedan, relatively rare these days but still one of hundreds of thousands made... and relatively invaluable as a result

UG has an 1800TC, there's another 850 sedan that has a Porsche flat 6 in it... think its called the Wasp?  And hasn't been seen for even longer than UG (13 years now)

146mph sounds extreme but seems to be backed up by period info... light weight & high bhp (for the time) = sensational speed!  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 19, 2008, 04:19:31 PM
lol yeah as i soon as i saw the photo i emailed dad and he was like abarth 2000, but knowing him and his busy schedule he would have made his emails as short as possible. He had a better look at it last night and whipped out a book and showed me a photo of the ug and some specs then he buggered off again. He seems to think phil sutton will want it, but somehow i don't think his wife would let him.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 19, 2008, 05:05:35 PM
When you say "Ug" do you mean an Abarth model, or Mark Empson's red, white & green 850 sedan race car?  Might be a bit before your time, he rolled it at FCW's meet in January 2005 and I don't think he's driven it since.  But that's known as "Ug" by everyone in FCW circles.

And Phil wants that 850 sedan?  What is it with Wellington-based Fiat nuts that makes them want to collect EVERY Fiat in existence?!  >:D :laugh:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 20, 2008, 08:09:46 AM
Bit of both. I knew mark had one and its still sitting in his shed while he spends his money on volvos and toyotas and drives them on the brink of insanity,
Phil had a 850 spyder when he was living in the states, but he swapped it for his dino before he moved out here. So he still has a bundle of 850 bits and bobs lying around.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Bullseye on December 20, 2008, 08:53:17 AM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-193646296.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-193646296.htm)

Fiat 128 sl coupe racecar
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 20, 2008, 08:03:00 PM
Quote from: Bullseye on December 20, 2008, 08:53:17 AM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-193646296.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-193646296.htm)

Fiat 128 sl coupe racecar

Then I was at High School a local bloke had a a mint 128 coupe, I thought it was so cool, bright red with widened gray steel rims.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on December 20, 2008, 08:59:56 PM
Look at this for a race car, i got to it aafter going from bullseyes link :)
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-193783518.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 20, 2008, 10:43:58 PM
128 belongs to a FCW member (Troy?).  Probably has a fair bit of further potential

Escort has been discussed on another post Jem
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 21, 2008, 03:45:26 PM
Mal is like a dog, he marks his territory on whatever leaves his garage.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 21, 2008, 10:19:05 PM
Took the opportunity to have a much needed photo shoot today as the Lamborghini will most likely not be here for much longer.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 21, 2008, 10:25:28 PM
and some more
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 21, 2008, 10:33:31 PM
Who needs front number plates eh?  ;)

Nice line up Scott.  So the Lambo's sold?  Hope it's going to a good home

I like the reflection pics... though you could have closed the door on the Lambo (or is that Espada panel fit at it's best?) ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 22, 2008, 08:06:05 AM
Neil Tollich is coming down on tuesday to have a look, sounds very keen. Word is he just bought himself a brand new AMV8  :o

gotta love the bertone and Pininfarina styling
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 22, 2008, 09:56:45 PM
Ok if Neil buys it then it will be in good hands
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on December 23, 2008, 08:16:17 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 18, 2008, 11:35:06 PM

146mph sounds extreme but seems to be backed up by period info... light weight & high bhp (for the time) = sensational speed!  :o
and if the stories my grandad told (passed down by my dad) then this is correct
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 23, 2008, 09:00:05 PM
by 4pm this arvo, the lambo was looked at, test driven and then driven back to auckland. so neil is now the proud new owner
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 23, 2008, 10:04:30 PM
Nice 124 as well, ok the other cars are pretty hot as well  :angel:. Are the wheels on the 124 Cd31s or Cd50s?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: choppy16v on December 23, 2008, 11:04:29 PM
lovely cars! I used to own a 128 with a 2 litre twin cam and 5 speed with high back seats on chromadoro's ectractors and coby .COOLEST sounding car! 
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 26, 2008, 02:29:39 PM
uhm i'm not too sure about that sorry. Can't remember off the top of my head...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 27, 2008, 10:15:43 PM
Well guys, santa was nice to this young fiat man. He dropped off a pair of 40mm Delortos Side Draughts!! WOO  ;D ;D

Had a look at how we're gonna mount them, there's actually quite a bit of farting around involved like relocating the radiator overflow tank etc. cannot wait to get them on and go for a burn lol.

any hints or tips on the process?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 28, 2008, 12:16:51 AM
Wow, Santa was good to you! 

Do you have a top mount dizzy or is the inlet manifold offset to avoid the block-mounted dizzy?  The former is the better set up.  And did the carbs come with all the linkages?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on December 28, 2008, 10:07:34 AM
There is a thelma? fiat with a twin cam at avondale pickapart.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 28, 2008, 10:17:13 AM
Nice one. Ive got the same with the offset manifold in the spider. It goes well, and induction noise is pretty good.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 28, 2008, 10:27:10 AM
Do you have a top mount dizzy or is the inlet manifold offset to avoid the block-mounted dizzy?  The former is the better set up.  And did the carbs come with all the linkages?
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the manifold is offset so we don't have move the dizzy. and yes the carbs came with all the linkages. i really do hope we can have them on by Taupo but it doesn't look too happy.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on December 28, 2008, 10:36:09 AM
Getting them on is one thing, wait until you have to tune them :-X, while they are off make sure the gaskets and floats ect are all in good nic because if theyre not it will be very hard to tune and will never run right
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 28, 2008, 09:54:23 PM
What air cleaner / airbox set up are you going to run, Scott? 

Nutter is right, check everything is in good order.  Dyno tune for best results - we used Bob Homewood in Papakura on XS RPM and got some "free" mid-range horsepower

Quote from: BB on December 28, 2008, 10:07:34 AM
There is a thelma? fiat with a twin cam at avondale pickapart.

Lancia Thema?  Basically the same as a Fiat Croma.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 28, 2008, 10:26:50 PM
gonna get some trumpets off Jamie Aislebe in rotorua first, and most likely use dad's air filters off the abarth as he wants to get new ones, he said he'll cut me a good deal lol.

as for tuning, there should be minimal tuning as the carbs came directly off a 124 race car in wellington and were tuned and jetted before being past on. previous owner did supply a list of all his settings, but there will be some involved, never that easy on classics.

Will probably take car over to mal's once fitted and get him to have a check over and while its there get his exhaust dude to do my car. Forget his name, but he did all of mal's exhausts and knows fiats, he also did the exhaust on mals dino.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on December 29, 2008, 09:27:11 AM
Yes it may be a lancia but I'm sure it said fiat on the engine. But yea its a lancia ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 29, 2008, 02:30:12 PM
Lancia, Fiat... same diff Jem, one rusts just as quickly as the other  ;)

Scott - I'd think about using the trumpets in an airbox if I were you.  Though trumpets with sock filters do look pretty cool
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: uero-jet on December 29, 2008, 02:48:02 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 29, 2008, 02:30:12 PM
Lancia, Fiat... same diff Jem, one rusts just as quickly as the other  ;)

Scott - I'd think about using the trumpets in an airbox if I were you.  Though trumpets with sock filters do look pretty cool
and make youre own airbox scott.it will be a cool little project for ya  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 29, 2008, 04:55:38 PM
whats the difference between using the air filters off the abarth, or ones similar to an air box? beater for a everyday car?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 29, 2008, 05:21:22 PM
Can't remember the air filters on the Abarth but I assume they're sock filters? 

An airbox allows the carbs to draw from cooler, less turbulent air than that in the engine bay.  With the correct airbox design it can even be pressurised to create an additional venturi or resonance (and hence feed more air into the engine).  Someone with greater technical / aerodynamics knowledge can probably explain it better than me.

The 130TC has a good airbox design, and is set up for use with trumpets on a 2L Fiat.  Mal uses one with the DCOEs on his 124spT, Drew had one for sale not so long ago.  If you can fit one in there I'd consider it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on December 29, 2008, 05:53:24 PM
Different lenght rams will make a difference in power as well
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 01, 2009, 09:14:01 PM
Quote from: BB on December 29, 2008, 09:27:11 AM
Yes it may be a lancia but I'm sure it said fiat on the engine. But yea its a lancia ;)
Was it an 8 valve Jem ?
I might be in the market for one of them engines
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 01, 2009, 09:42:08 PM
Scored a set of Volumex extractors off Mal today, will bolt straight on and i will need to grab the flange off the set of 130 extractors i got off Terry which will make up my extractors. Got a quote from guy who does all of Mal's exhuast work too, $700 all up for extractors and pipe. Not too bad i thought.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on January 01, 2009, 10:15:25 PM
I had the pleasure of meeting Mike (124dude's Dad) and Mal (VW hating Fiat know it all ;D) over the past few days... and was lucky enough to get taken for a decent squirt in both 124dude's 124 BC and his Dad's Fiatrari 308 GTB... both very cool cars, and was blown away by the 308, it's like brand new!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 02, 2009, 08:32:27 AM
Quote from: rambo_005 on January 01, 2009, 10:15:25 PM
I had the pleasure of meeting Mike (124dude's Dad) and Mal (VW hating Fiat know it all ;D) over the past few days... and was lucky enough to get taken for a decent squirt in both 124dude's 124 BC and his Dad's Fiatrari 308 GTB... both very cool cars, and was blown away by the 308, it's like brand new!

Thats a very good description of Mal  ;D You failed to mention the Rangi Rover there Rambo.  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on January 02, 2009, 11:08:56 AM
Quote from: 124dude on January 02, 2009, 08:32:27 AM
You failed to mention the Rangi Rover there Rambo.  :o

Failed would be the right word too... that was probably better than them all combined ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 02, 2009, 08:52:54 PM
Don't judge Fiat guys based on Mal!  :P  :-X  He doesn't just hate VWs, he hates just about anything that isn't a Fiat (and he even hates some Fiats too).  He can be great fun though, our favourite pasttime with Mal is to pick a Jap car and then say how much better it is than the equivalent Fiat... stand back and watch the fireworks!

Mal's a good guy though, he looks after hopeless Fiat nuts like me and Stacey  :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 02, 2009, 10:18:00 PM
And of course us.

That sounds like an interesting game, might have to try it out next time
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on January 02, 2009, 10:47:41 PM
Quote from: 124dude on January 02, 2009, 10:18:00 PM
That sounds like an interesting game, might have to try it out next time

When he isn't being attacked with scissors eh :P

We did have a few debates about some rubbish 90s Fiats ;D

Seems a really good guy though, and has some nice cars judging by what I saw and what he told me about.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 03, 2009, 12:16:32 AM
Quote from: 124dude on January 02, 2009, 10:18:00 PM
That sounds like an interesting game, might have to try it out next time

FX-GT vs 130TC or Uno Turbo is a good one to get you started

Quote from: rambo_005 on January 02, 2009, 10:47:41 PM
Seems a really good guy though, and has some nice cars judging by what I saw and what he told me about.

Yep, he's got a Fiat Dino Coupe, which has to be one of the most desirable Fiats ever made (though the Spider is better, eh Scott?) ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on January 03, 2009, 07:58:49 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 02, 2009, 08:52:54 PM
Don't judge Fiat guys based on Mal!  :P  :-X  He doesn't just hate VWs, he hates just about anything that isn't a Fiat (and he even hates some Fiats too).  He can be great fun though, our favourite pasttime with Mal is to pick a Jap car and then say how much better it is than the equivalent Fiat... stand back and watch the fireworks!

Mal's a good guy though, he looks after hopeless Fiat nuts like me and Stacey  :)

What about a Fiat Coupe Vs Honda ITR? ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 03, 2009, 08:28:52 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 03, 2009, 12:16:32 AM
FX-GT vs 130TC or Uno Turbo is a good one to get you started

Yep, he's got a Fiat Dino Coupe, which has to be one of the most desirable Fiats ever made (though the Spider is better, eh Scott?) ;)

i shall remember that, always keen for a laugh and to watch mal argue. And of course the spider is more desirable, with only 1100 odd 2.0 & 2.4s made, but at the rate dad's is going, it'll be another 10 years.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 03, 2009, 08:34:35 AM
Dont know if its a 8v sorry.
I cant understand how people hate other car brands, why bother? If you added up all the factors in a car from desirability to practicality you would probibly end up with a Nissan Serena Van!
Which incidentally i just got given one and raced the jetta back to auck from Rotarua in and it was Great! And was full of crap as well.
The lil lady said she wasn't trying, but shes always trying ;D
I would race up beside her then hit the overdrive off button and accelerate away :D :D
Ok sorry back to Fiats :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 03, 2009, 11:29:12 AM
The old hatred game, those were the days eh Cartman.
Uno Turbo pp IH8FDS
Uno Turbo pp IH8JAP
Fiat 125 pp IH84DS
Lancia HPE pp IH8V8S

damn we used to get chased around when we went cruising  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 03, 2009, 02:59:46 PM
Quote from: BB on January 03, 2009, 08:34:35 AM
Dont know if its a 8v sorry.

It is a Tempra so I can't steal parts from it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 03, 2009, 03:33:00 PM
i wrote my tempra off couple months back lol
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 03, 2009, 09:46:38 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on January 03, 2009, 07:58:49 AM
What about a Fiat Coupe Vs Honda ITR? ;)

Haha thats a good one, believe it or not that hadn't even occured to me!

Quote from: tempq18t on January 03, 2009, 11:29:12 AM
The old hatred game, those were the days eh Cartman.
Uno Turbo pp IH8FDS
Uno Turbo pp IH8JAP
Fiat 125 pp IH84DS
Lancia HPE pp IH8V8S

damn we used to get chased around when we went cruising  >:D

Those were the days indeed.  If only I'd got my Alfasud back on the road, I could have joined in with SUDOFF  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 03, 2009, 10:34:45 PM
Theres a bronze Fiat 131 sedan in town here with number plate "NOTJAP" even though carjam says its a ford laser.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: uero-jet on January 03, 2009, 10:38:59 PM
i saw a little red uno in town this morning with euro plates " fr3nzy"
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 04, 2009, 10:49:19 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 03, 2009, 09:46:38 PM

Those were the days indeed.  If only I'd got my Alfasud back on the road, I could have joined in with SUDOFF  ;)
that had less chance than my Grale of even going again  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 04, 2009, 07:49:57 PM
Ha you're probably about right there.  At least your Grale doesn't sit out in the rain dissolving like my Sud did!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 04, 2009, 08:54:50 PM
Just took the yambina for a blat. Wow, surely is something different
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 04, 2009, 11:08:59 PM
Quote from: 124dude on January 04, 2009, 08:54:50 PM
Just took the yambina for a blat. Wow, surely is something different

Didn't realise it was road legal...  :police:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 05, 2009, 07:11:10 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 04, 2009, 11:08:59 PM
Didn't realise it was road legal...  :police:

well about that.... there was no cops around. have a video of it hitting 12000rpm.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 06, 2009, 05:47:45 PM
Quote from: 124dude on January 05, 2009, 07:11:10 AM
well about that.... there was no cops around. have a video of it hitting 12000rpm.
thats better than Uno Turbo revs  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on January 07, 2009, 09:44:19 AM
Saw this on turbo124 and had to post it here. This is the coolest thing I have seen in a while, tho the price expectation is just silly.

http://www.carpoint.com.au/used-car/FSM/NIKI/ACT/csn6393648.aspx
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 07, 2009, 11:26:30 PM
Quote from: spooln on January 07, 2009, 09:44:19 AM
Saw this on turbo124 and had to post it here. This is the coolest thing I have seen in a while, tho the price expectation is just silly.

http://www.carpoint.com.au/used-car/FSM/NIKI/ACT/csn6393648.aspx

One too many zeros.... but yeah, pretty crazy/cool
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 11, 2009, 10:26:12 AM
Found these extractors at Mal's the other day, they came off my dads old red 124 race car. Gonna put them on my car as they will bolt straight on and are already 2.25" in width. Its uhm.... different. Nick named "The Bag of Snakes".
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: VR6 on January 11, 2009, 10:49:45 AM
Strange header. Large primary pipes leading to next size primary pipes with the result of a long overall primary. . Built to increase low rpm torque. Did it help ?. Looks like the pipe from the header is about the same size as the primarys. It will be interesting if you notice any gain and where you notice it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 11, 2009, 10:51:31 AM
Haven't fitted them yet. Once i get the side draughts on i will get the exhaust/extractors done at same time. But will definitely let vask know if there is any difference.


And watch this, turn sound right up. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UhmKqfTm6e4
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on January 11, 2009, 02:29:22 PM
What is your dad's old 124?  Did it race at manfield in the whittakers each year back in the day?  any pics?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 11, 2009, 03:44:31 PM
nah he built it from scratch about 7 years ago, my car now was originally a donor car for his race car but it was in too good shape to strip. No photos currently on our PC but i'm sure we can find some, it was red also.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 11, 2009, 04:14:21 PM
Hi Scott, FYI those extractors were designed and made by a good friend of mine (Simon) for his 124BC about 10 years ago.  The manifold follows two stroke principles, which Simon happened to be studying at the time.  Those extractors on a modified 2L put out 112rwKw.  The car was then sold to another friend of ours Chris, who in turn sold it to your father.  As I understand it, Mike took the engine and put it in his race car "FASTBC", put another motor in Simon's old car and sold that on.  Not sure if either car is still around.

Check out Simon's subsequent projects:
a very quick 205GTi 1.9 turbo race car
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VHTLnidXfjc&feature=channel

his latest creation: a 2.4L V8 race motor based on two Kawasaki ZX12R motors.  Puts out approx 390hp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Pv8cptxmaI
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on January 11, 2009, 05:14:59 PM
Thats a very impressive V8, was the crankcase made in NZ or imported.

I have had an idea re-project engine for some time.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 11, 2009, 05:22:41 PM
Quote from: qta4 on January 11, 2009, 05:14:59 PM
Thats a very impressive V8, was the crankcase made in NZ or imported.

I have had an idea re-project engine for some time.

Custom made in NZ to Simon's design

What's the idea Noel?  If you're happy no-one on VASK is going to steal it from you that is...  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on January 11, 2009, 06:07:13 PM
Project is a non starter wit out an engine like that really.

Really interested how they made that crankshaft and crankcase. I know how much maching work is involved in grinding a crank from billet also whats involved in machining up a crankcase.
REALLY IMPRESSSIVE

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 11, 2009, 06:36:34 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 11, 2009, 04:14:21 PM
Hi Scott, FYI those extractors were designed and made by a good friend of mine (Simon) for his 124BC about 10 years ago.  The manifold follows two stroke principles, which Simon happened to be studying at the time.  Those extractors on a modified 2L put out 112rwKw.  The car was then sold to another friend of ours Chris, who in turn sold it to your father.  As I understand it, Mike took the engine and put it in his race car "FASTBC", put another motor in Simon's old car and sold that on.  Not sure if either car is still around.

Thanks for that info there brett. Yes "FASTBC" is still alive and kicking, 2 guys went halves on the car a couple of years back. It only does a few meetings here and there now a days which is a shame. The guy who bought "FASTBC" also bought our old 124 spyder. And yes dad did exactly what you said. Not too sure whether the road car is still around however. So those extractors will be a bit of fun then huh
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on January 11, 2009, 07:56:06 PM
Hey Scott, wow those extractors look mean. They will sound mean too!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 11, 2009, 09:23:36 PM
Quote from: db_222 on January 11, 2009, 07:56:06 PM
Hey Scott, wow those extractors look mean. They will sound mean too!

They do look some what extravagant don't they. Won't be able to experience them until march as i'm off to aussie soon for 5 weeks.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 11, 2009, 09:59:26 PM
Quote from: qta4 on January 11, 2009, 06:07:13 PM
Project is a non starter wit out an engine like that really.

Really interested how they made that crankshaft and crankcase. I know how much maching work is involved in grinding a crank from billet also whats involved in machining up a crankcase.
REALLY IMPRESSSIVE

Simon has access to a CNC machine through his work.  There's been a few examples of the engine made - mainly for his Aggressor speedway midget, but there's a few other around.  Customer engines are available for approx $60k. 

Here's a better picture of the engine. 
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 11, 2009, 10:02:40 PM
Quote from: 124dude on January 11, 2009, 06:36:34 PM
Thanks for that info there brett. Yes "FASTBC" is still alive and kicking, 2 guys went halves on the car a couple of years back. It only does a few meetings here and there now a days which is a shame. The guy who bought "FASTBC" also bought our old 124 spyder. And yes dad did exactly what you said. Not too sure whether the road car is still around however. So those extractors will be a bit of fun then huh

Yes I see from carjam that the rego on Simon's old car is no longer live, so perhaps it is no more.  Hopefully not, as it was a fairly nice car.

Those extractors should make a difference, any thought of getting a dyno run before & after the carbs & exhaust to see what difference they make?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 11, 2009, 10:10:47 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 11, 2009, 10:02:40 PM
Those extractors should make a difference, any thought of getting a dyno run before & after the carbs & exhaust to see what difference they make?

nope no thought on a before and after run on the dyno. If factory figures are to go buy then i should be on around 100-115bhp since i haven't touched the engine, may consider an after run though, how much are dyno runs now a days approx?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 11, 2009, 10:29:37 PM
About $80 for a 2wd at Torque Performance I think. 

You'll need to do a before run if you want any basis for any meaningful comparison, without it you'll never be able to accurately quantify what difference your mods have made.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: uero-jet on January 11, 2009, 10:40:09 PM
bretts got a good point scott.people will always ask you how much more power you got out of the modification and dyno will be the only true way of showing.
there is one in tauranga.ill be keen to go aswell if you are.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 12, 2009, 08:45:03 AM
Quote from: euro-jet on January 11, 2009, 10:40:09 PM
bretts got a good point scott.people will always ask you how much more power you got out of the modification and dyno will be the only true way of showing.
there is one in tauranga.ill be keen to go aswell if you are.

when people ask how much power i have, i just say enough. we'll see. Won't have time before i go to Aussie so will have to be after if the carbs aren't secretly put on while i'm away
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 14, 2009, 11:16:55 PM
Hey guys, just did a trip to auckland and back today to collect contraband (friend who flew in from aussie) and i was going back via SH27 (matamata) and around about Te Poi I sorta had a feeling that my clutch cable was sorta playing up. Brett, what would be the most noticeable symptom of a worn cable? When i pushed the clutch in i heard a clunk, and fiddled with the clutch just to make sure i had some which i did and still do. I will check it out after The Big Day Out.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on January 15, 2009, 08:49:31 AM
I think i saw you towing a trailer back last Saturday?
I was in a black mk2 near Caimbridge
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 15, 2009, 11:58:41 AM
my car does not have a towbar... if it was near cambridge, could have been mal? Was there a car on the trailer?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 15, 2009, 05:44:57 PM
Quote from: 124dude on January 14, 2009, 11:16:55 PM
Hey guys, just did a trip to auckland and back today to collect contraband (friend who flew in from aussie) and i was going back via SH27 (matamata) and around about Te Poi I sorta had a feeling that my clutch cable was sorta playing up. Brett, what would be the most noticeable symptom of a worn cable? When i pushed the clutch in i heard a clunk, and fiddled with the clutch just to make sure i had some which i did and still do. I will check it out after The Big Day Out.

Difficulty engaging the clutch (crunching gears) and lack of adjustment left in the cable are probably the main signs.  Someone more mechanically like Jem can probably elaborate for you (provided anyone apart from you, me, Drew and Terry ever reads this thread!)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on January 15, 2009, 05:56:05 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 15, 2009, 05:44:57 PM
Difficulty engaging the clutch (crunching gears) and lack of adjustment left in the cable are probably the main signs.  Someone more mechanically like Jem can probably elaborate for you (provided anyone apart from you, me, Drew and Terry ever reads this thread!)

Bugger off, I read this thread, even posted in it. After all someone has to feel sorry for Fiat owners ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on January 15, 2009, 05:57:21 PM
Quote from: 124dude on January 15, 2009, 11:58:41 AM
my car does not have a towbar... if it was near cambridge, could have been mal? Was there a car on the trailer?
Yes, behind a white van.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 15, 2009, 09:20:11 PM
Cables break a thread at a time ;) It maybe something else tho if its a clunk?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 15, 2009, 10:07:12 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on January 15, 2009, 05:56:05 PM
Bugger off, I read this thread, even posted in it. After all someone has to feel sorry for Fiat owners ;)

Closet Fiat fan Nick?

Quote from: GTI's on January 15, 2009, 05:57:21 PM
Yes, behind a white van.

Mal I'd say

Quote from: Pushbutton_auto on January 15, 2009, 09:43:17 PM
Yeah, put all the mfs and their thread in dirty oil, rustbucket pos, not even a bitching cousin of ours .... 

  :police:   :)

Jealousy's a curse

Wait till me, Bullseye and Audidude start a Honda thread!
And this R32 Skyline I'm driving is pretty damn awesome...  :-X >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 17, 2009, 12:57:35 PM
Can only select 3rd gear atm. Reverse has a massive clunk and have difficulty selecting other gears and don't wanna force it in. Now that BDO is over, i can suss this prob out
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on January 17, 2009, 03:13:58 PM
Quote from: 124dude on January 17, 2009, 12:57:35 PM
Can only select 3rd gear atm. Reverse has a massive clunk and have difficulty selecting other gears and don't wanna force it in. Now that BDO is over, i can suss this prob out

Wouldn't you rather just have high seats? ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 18, 2009, 05:55:49 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 11, 2009, 04:14:21 PM
his latest creation: a 2.4L V8 race motor based on two Kawasaki ZX12R motors.  Puts out approx 390hp
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Pv8cptxmaI


Apparently there's some coverage of Simon's engine on TV1 6pm news tonight
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 18, 2009, 09:14:58 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 18, 2009, 05:55:49 PM
Apparently there's some coverage of Simon's engine on TV1 6pm news tonight
just watched it, you can view it at tvnz ondemand. Tonights news, sports chapter, last part
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 18, 2009, 10:05:14 PM
Drove the Ferrari yesterday, went past a cop doing 45-50mph in a 50kmh zone. Just smiled and didn't get booked. Seriously thought i would have =/
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 19, 2009, 03:49:57 PM
Those are the sort of cops we want!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 09, 2009, 02:29:34 PM
I hear that Mal has sold his Dino to Pete Dudson and his race car is now on t/m. Mal is off to live in italy for 3 months, hence the sales.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 09, 2009, 03:25:48 PM
Wow. Hopefully hes going to bring a whole lot of cool stuff back with him. If he wants to sell the wheels off his spider.... 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 09, 2009, 05:55:47 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 09, 2009, 03:25:48 PM
Wow. Hopefully hes going to bring a whole lot of cool stuff back with him. If he wants to sell the wheels off his spider.... 8)
Knowing Mal we should be in for a treat  8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 09, 2009, 06:01:26 PM
yeah can only imagine what he will return with.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on March 09, 2009, 10:13:39 PM
Have you guys seen this, not many of these about, would be a unique project
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/131/auction-206844903.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/131/auction-206844903.htm)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 09, 2009, 10:38:34 PM
that is quite a good find and a good bye. just drop a 2l twin cam in and away you go!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 09, 2009, 10:59:41 PM
Was talking to Mal a couple of weeks ago, he was saying he's taking a 8 week trip to Italy - more a holiday than anything else - with a view to living there for a year or so in 2011 (I think he wants to avoid the Rugby World Cup!)

That 131R is Aaron Mullins old car, he replaced it with the blue 131S that he smashed quite spectacularly on Targa 2007.  From memory its a reasonably solid car, could be a good starting point for someone.  I've had a few 131Rs, as has Evil Grale... they're great fun in the wet!  And way cooler than a Puscort!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 09, 2009, 11:01:29 PM
Quote from: 124dude on March 09, 2009, 02:29:34 PM
I hear that Mal has sold his Dino to Pete Dudson and his race car is now on t/m. Mal is off to live in italy for 3 months, hence the sales.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/124/auction-204605320.htm
Whoa... $20k!  Fast car if you've got the talent / balls to drive it like Mal... but big money for a Lada-lookalike!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 10, 2009, 07:29:51 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 09, 2009, 11:01:29 PM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/124/auction-204605320.htm
Whoa... $20k!  Fast car if you've got the talent / balls to drive it like Mal... but big money for a Lada-lookalike!
good thing is you know it is capable with what he has achieved in it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 10, 2009, 08:54:08 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 09, 2009, 11:01:29 PM
but big money for a Lada-lookalike!

Isnt it the lada is a fiat lookalike?  :P
Love the way Mal has put that the plate isnt for sale, it is prob worth half the value of the car to the right person!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 10, 2009, 10:04:49 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 09, 2009, 11:01:29 PM
Fast car if you've got the talent / balls to drive it like Mal... but big money for a Lada-lookalike!

Mal absolutely thrashed the balls of that car, although he did stop being dad's co-driver because he thought my dad drove like a munter?

Brett, how's the progress with you and stacey going? will there be a future XS RPM?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 10, 2009, 10:40:37 AM
Quote from: 124dude on March 10, 2009, 10:04:49 AM
Brett, how's the progress with you and stacey going? will there be a future XS RPM?

We're both on the mend thanks Scott.  I've got my race licence back and almost finished what I need to do to get the Honda road registered.  Hope to do a Puke test day next month (to test both the Type-R and my foot).  Stacey is ok day-to-day, but unlikely to get his race licence back before this year's Targa.  So he is probably going to be limited to just doing track days this year.

There will be another XS RPM, whether it is a 130TC or not remains to be seen...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 10, 2009, 11:00:56 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 10, 2009, 10:40:37 AM
There will be another XS RPM, whether it is a 130TC or not remains to be seen...

sounds interesting from what i've heard!
nice to hear you got your license back
was there any further action taken after the accident against the drivers that passed you?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 10, 2009, 11:30:48 AM
What about that 131R shell?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 10, 2009, 01:00:04 PM
Quote from: Mk2unoT on March 10, 2009, 11:00:56 AM
was there any further action taken after the accident against the drivers that passed you?

Just the Skyline driver who saw it happen.  Andy Culpin was the investigator, he recommended to MSNZ they impose some sort of penalty or sanction, though I haven't heard if that has happened yet

Quote from: spooln on March 10, 2009, 11:30:48 AM
What about that 131R shell?

As the next XS RPM?  Unlikely - Stacey's pretty keen to build a nice "fast road" 130TC, and build "something else" as the next Targa car (definitely a Fiat though).  But if we found a good 131R gearbox it would be pretty easy to build a fun little club racer out of that 131R.  I mentioned it to Stacey this morning and he's giving it some thought...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 10, 2009, 01:40:04 PM
This could be interesting.... i know Mark McCaughn wants a few more people to buy 125s and then purchase a transporter, so there will be team 125. he even asked me to sell my 124 and get a 125....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 10, 2009, 06:32:44 PM
Stacey won't be building a 125.... it'll be more modern than that (in fact it'll be the roll caged Punto GT already sitting in his garage)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 11, 2009, 02:19:32 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 10, 2009, 06:32:44 PM
Stacey won't be building a 125.... it'll be more modern than that (in fact it'll be the roll caged Punto GT already sitting in his garage)

i thought that was the plan but didnt want to say anything unless it was top secret!
sounds a hell of a machine from what he told me!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 11, 2009, 08:45:54 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 10, 2009, 06:32:44 PM
Stacey won't be building a 125.... it'll be more modern than that (in fact it'll be the roll caged Punto GT already sitting in his garage)

that will be very interesting.... like blair thompson's?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 11, 2009, 09:00:42 PM
Is he reusing the old engine... >:D (would it even fit?)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 11, 2009, 11:19:46 PM
Quote from: Mk2unoT on March 11, 2009, 02:19:32 PM
i thought that was the plan but didnt want to say anything unless it was top secret!
sounds a hell of a machine from what he told me!

Thanks Clive, I think there's enough people that know that there's no point trying to keep it a secret.  And once Mal knows, basically the whole Fiat world knows!  ;)

Quote from: 124dude on March 11, 2009, 08:45:54 PM
that will be very interesting.... like blair thompson's?

No, the earlier shape.  1.4 sohc turbo vs 1.8 dohc n/a

Coincidentally he's buying it off the same guy he bought his Abarth from!

Quote from: spooln on March 11, 2009, 09:00:42 PM
Is he reusing the old engine... >:D (would it even fit?)

No, the engine will be re-used in something else - probably a fast road 130TC
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 15, 2009, 08:53:12 PM
does anyone know how rare 3dr tipos are? i only know of one and thats Mal's.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 15, 2009, 09:17:27 PM
Pretty rare scott, we got 13 or so only.

Mal would prob. claim his the only one ;D

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 15, 2009, 10:41:41 PM
Steve Spiers just sold his white 3dr (better not be to you Terry!) ;D

I see JACQIO quite often, and Rob Harrowfield has a red one.  Plus Lee S @ CCS parts has a blue 5dr that came from a written off blue 3dr.

So thats 5 accounted for
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on March 15, 2009, 10:50:03 PM
I reckon a 3 door Tipo with a 155 V6 would be wicked 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 16, 2009, 08:37:01 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 15, 2009, 10:41:41 PM
Steve Spiers just sold his white 3dr (better not be to you Terry!) ;D


whoops
someone is going to be upset then cos guess what.....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 16, 2009, 09:09:44 AM
Quote from: Mk2unoT on March 16, 2009, 08:37:01 AM
someone is going to be upset then cos guess what.....

oohh do tell??

and wasn't steve's a 5dr?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 16, 2009, 12:12:06 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 15, 2009, 10:41:41 PM
Steve Spiers just sold his white 3dr (better not be to you Terry!) ;D

I see JACQIO quite often, and Rob Harrowfield has a red one.  Plus Lee S @ CCS parts has a blue 5dr that came from a written off blue 3dr.

So thats 5 accounted for

Who me ???

Haha got to pick up a 130tc first. ;D

And there goes the vask trackday suprise ;)

Steve had a 3 door aswell, well still does, that has a dud bottomend and not together. He is coming back from oz to put together and ready it for sale to me....after i get bretts 130tc ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 16, 2009, 12:13:46 PM
well, i am back in the FIAT fold....
Uno Turbo Mk1 on my drive way tonight  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 16, 2009, 12:40:55 PM
ohh every one and there new toys. very very cool.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 16, 2009, 09:56:27 PM
Quote from: Mk2unoT on March 16, 2009, 08:37:01 AM
whoops
someone is going to be upset then cos guess what.....

WHAT?!? >:D

Quote from: ritmo on March 16, 2009, 12:12:06 PM
Who me ???

Haha got to pick up a 130tc first. ;D

And there goes the vask trackday suprise ;)

Steve had a 3 door aswell, well still does, that has a dud bottomend and not together. He is coming back from oz to put together and ready it for sale to me....after i get bretts 130tc ;D

Tell me you're joking?! ??? ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 16, 2009, 09:57:11 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on March 15, 2009, 10:50:03 PM
I reckon a 3 door Tipo with a 155 V6 would be wicked 8)

You're referring to Mal's next project?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on March 16, 2009, 09:58:42 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 16, 2009, 09:57:11 PM
You're referring to Mal's next project?

He did mention it, but I'm trying to get Scott to make one also ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 16, 2009, 10:05:03 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 16, 2009, 09:56:27 PM
WHAT?!? >:D

Tell me you're joking?! ??? ::)


Hannah wished i was  :o

Will just rebody my five door tipo. Master of it so maybe a couple hours to do. :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 16, 2009, 10:09:01 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 16, 2009, 10:05:03 PM
Hannah wished i was  :o

Will just rebody my five door tipo. Master of it so maybe a couple hours to do. :D

Honestly... you've got it worse than anyone I know  ;) :laugh: ::)

Why don't you just buy his 5dr race car?  3dr cooler, granted.  But less work and easier to get spare panels if you have to push any slow VWs out of the way  ;)

And how come he needs to get it going if you're only going to repower it?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 16, 2009, 10:20:09 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 16, 2009, 10:09:01 PM
Honestly... you've got it worse than anyone I know  ;) :laugh: ::)

Why don't you just buy his 5dr race car?  3dr cooler, granted.  But less work and easier to get spare panels if you have to push any slow VWs out of the way  ;)

And how come he needs to get it going if you're only going to repower it?

The fact i am going to sell red 130tc must be a good sign?

have always wanted a 3 door. Would eliminate a few off the issues i am having with my five door. His five door more coin, needs a bottomend rebuild also and 3 door so much cooler were the reasons.

He has taken the interior and headlights and the like apart so putting it back together and just generally sorting his crap i guess. Also comes with replacement bottomend so not sure whether he's going to bolt it in. Will not be running tho.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 16, 2009, 10:39:05 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 16, 2009, 10:20:09 PM
The fact i am going to sell red 130tc must be a good sign?

Thats probably the only thing stopping Hannah from having you institutionalised!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 16, 2009, 10:41:40 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 16, 2009, 10:39:05 PM
Thats probably the only thing stopping Hannah from having you institutionalised!

That and the fact the alfa 164 is gone.

Well she tried to have me admitted once but the guy's dad use to have a 124bc so we had a good chat about the old fiats.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 16, 2009, 10:58:31 PM
just got back from collecting my new UnoT and i'm rather impressed. got a wee bargain there.
one of the first series too, i believe they came out in 87 didnt they over here?

needs a bloody good tidy up and a full service etc but should be a little beauty eventually!

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FUno.jpg&hash=9257b637694399d21fdd7da733a89643ffab0f9c)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 17, 2009, 09:12:16 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 16, 2009, 10:58:31 PM
just got back from collecting my new UnoT and i'm rather impressed. got a wee bargain there.
one of the first series too, i believe they came out in 87 didnt they over here?

needs a bloody good tidy up and a full service etc but should be a little beauty eventually!

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FUno.jpg&hash=9257b637694399d21fdd7da733a89643ffab0f9c)

What size tyres do they have Clive?
Is this going to turn into a track day car?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 17, 2009, 09:20:27 AM
they run  little 13's as standard.
it will get put on the track yeah but i cant strip her out, it is too original for that (well, i say that now.....)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 17, 2009, 10:10:52 AM
Quote from: rambo_005 on March 16, 2009, 09:58:42 PM
He did mention it, but I'm trying to get Scott to make one also ;)

yeah yeah cameron i know. would be rather awesome. Who knows if Mals still going ahead with his, since he's selling some of his cars.

also nice unoT you got there, give it some TLC and she'll be a beaut.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 17, 2009, 03:12:43 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 16, 2009, 10:41:40 PM
That and the fact the alfa 164 is gone.

Really, what mug bought that ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 17, 2009, 03:52:46 PM
Seems i have it back ;)

Some pics of new fiat please Mr Oates?

Infact this thread could do with grale shots.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 17, 2009, 04:02:48 PM
Yeah, called Indian Giver  :P

When I have it I will grab pics

Grale, really, you think any one wants to see that bucket of bolts  ???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 17, 2009, 04:13:01 PM
Tell you want i will take some pics of drive at the moment and what's in the shed if you post some grale pics.
Currently on drive:
Marea 20v wagon: daliy.
red 130tc: Friends i am going to sell for his wife.
Tipo turbo: Short term Project and if sedici comes it's gone!
Alfa 164: Gone this week Project.

Shed:
Alfa 156: garage queen!
Red 130tc #2: Long term Project or could be sold.

Add: Bretts 130tc when teg sorted and i come to akl to pick up.
Steves sedici: When he sorts it and i get transported down here.


mmmm in desperate need of help.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 17, 2009, 04:16:30 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 17, 2009, 04:13:01 PM
Tell you want i will take some pics of drive at the moment and what's in the shed if you post some grale pics.
Currently on drive:
Marea 20v wagon: daliy.
red 130tc: Friends i am going to sell for his wife.
Tipo turbo: Short term Project and if sedici comes it's gone!
Alfa 164: Gone this week Project.

Shed:
Alfa 156: garage queen!
Red 130tc #2: Long term Project or could be sold.

Add: Bretts 130tc when teg sorted and i come to akl to pick up.
Steves sedici: When he sorts it and i get transported down here.


mmmm in desperate need of help.

:o impressive list.
only way i can beat that is taking a pic of work.
whats to do on the Turbo Tipo?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 17, 2009, 05:09:15 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 17, 2009, 04:16:30 PM
:o impressive list.
only way i can beat that is taking a pic of work.
whats to do on the Turbo Tipo?


yeah keeps me busy, too busy to clean the house! >:D

The tipo turbo needs:
- rear wheel arches sorted(rubs way too much) as running coupe subframe and therefore wider track.
- bracket for p/s pump sorting as current one avg.
- decent seats which means sorting seatmountings to car.
- Cert for engine, drivetrain, abs,engine mounts,brakes,wheels,seats.
- camcover gasket(got that just need to put on)
- slight waterleak from waterpump area.
- need to sort out rear abs hubring as broke the last one :-[
- needs clutch cyl as clutch every now and then sticks on floor.
- then needs abit of body work done to make mint.

So not much! ;) If/when i get sedici it eliminates rear wheel issue, gives me a p/s bracket, better seatmountings, only need to cert engine, and allows engine out to sort waterpump and clutch. Will also have undamaged hub.


Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 17, 2009, 05:28:18 PM
ahh speaking of lancia's.... ours is finally going after a year of collecting dust in the shed. a year ago the cam belt slipped and bent all 16 valves. Got everything rebuilt and also rebuilt gearbox since some of the syncros was worn, turns out a Lancia Delta box is the same as a Alfa 156 if you ever need to do work to it :). Nigel who did all the work on our 308, ex Rob Wilby, came down along with Dr Sutton and fellow Fiat club member Alan Patterson. Naturally very delighted, Phil & Dad will be in Lancia at Rally Taranaki. I should be there either crewing/support or co-driver for Lindsay Lyons in the Capri.

Terry - You need a bigger shed.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 17, 2009, 06:48:03 PM
Quote from: 124dude on March 17, 2009, 05:28:18 PM
ahh speaking of lancia's.... ours is finally going after a year of collecting dust in the shed. a year ago the cam belt slipped and bent all 16 valves. Got everything rebuilt and also rebuilt gearbox since some of the syncros was worn, turns out a Lancia Delta box is the same as a Alfa 156 if you ever need to do work to it :). Nigel who did all the work on our 308, ex Rob Wilby, came down along with Dr Sutton and fellow Fiat club member Alan Patterson. Naturally very delighted, Phil & Dad will be in Lancia at Rally Taranaki. I should be there either crewing/support or co-driver for Lindsay Lyons in the Capri.

Terry - You need a bigger shed.

Good to hear Scott.  If you get the call up, will this be your first co-driving?

And on the last point, no he doesn't!  It'll only encourage him to adopt more Italian orphans!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 17, 2009, 06:49:15 PM
it will be my 2nd time co-driving. i co drove for my friend last year at rally taranaki in his Honda CRX. Really enjoyed it, darn good 1 day rally too
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on March 17, 2009, 10:32:17 PM
wow so much cool fiat stuff happening on vask! will have to come up, have a look and get the hands dirty sometime Terry.

Cool Clive, keep us updated on the project. what will happen to the 106 xsi?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 18, 2009, 12:09:14 PM
Quote from: db_222 on March 17, 2009, 10:32:17 PM
wow so much cool fiat stuff happening on vask! will have to come up, have a look and get the hands dirty sometime Terry.

Cool Clive, keep us updated on the project. what will happen to the 106 xsi?

Do come up Drew. have moved but throw me a txt. We'll do the bushes before targa.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 18, 2009, 12:23:19 PM
considering re-shelling the Uno....anyone know of a shell lying around?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 18, 2009, 02:34:52 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 18, 2009, 12:23:19 PM
considering re-shelling the Uno....anyone know of a shell lying around?

What condition shell are you after? we have a green uno 45 fire shell, but i wouldn't say its the best thing since sliced bread.

Also guys, got bored today so started to make head way on the carbies and already hit a stumbling block. How do you get the the two bolts that are underneath the inlet manifold off to remove the manifold. Already have the upper 4 off, just finding it difficult to get these bottom ones off. Cheers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 18, 2009, 03:07:48 PM
Quote from: 124dude on March 18, 2009, 02:34:52 PM
What condition shell are you after? we have a green uno 45 fire shell, but i wouldn't say its the best thing since sliced bread.

does it have a sunroof?
rust? (stupid question, better to ask where is the rust)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 18, 2009, 03:35:39 PM
Don't know off the top of my head. will go to shed and pm you with a few snippets.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 18, 2009, 03:46:36 PM
wicked
cheers for that!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 18, 2009, 04:30:47 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 18, 2009, 03:46:36 PM
wicked
cheers for that!

Where is your rust Clive?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 18, 2009, 04:32:24 PM
sunroof
passenger wing
dent in rear quarter

in two minds whether to re-shell or to rebuild engine and drive a s**tty body with a good engine and race seats in it.
If i re-shell it then i want it to look standard just with a couple of engine mods!

edit: Nik do you want to split this so i dont hijack the Fiat thread
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 18, 2009, 05:37:02 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 18, 2009, 04:32:24 PM
sunroof
passenger wing
dent in rear quarter

in two minds whether to re-shell or to rebuild engine and drive a s**tty body with a good engine and race seats in it.
If i re-shell it then i want it to look standard just with a couple of engine mods!

edit: Nik do you want to split this so i dont hijack the Fiat thread

Keep it here Cicco, interested to see what you do, i personally would just have rough body and a car that goes like snot...but then again i don't have any sort of respectable rep to uphold. ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 18, 2009, 05:43:04 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 18, 2009, 05:37:02 PM
Keep it here Cicco, interested to see what you do, i personally would just have rough body and a car that goes like snot...but then again i don't have any sort of respectable rep to uphold. ;D
He is a Limey, no respectability there
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 18, 2009, 05:45:11 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 18, 2009, 05:43:04 PM
He is a Limey, no respectability there

hey, easy tiger!
from what i've heard off Lee it isnt hard to unattach a roof and replace it, in which case i might go down the seats/engine rough (ish) body.
Just dont want a leaking sunroof

edit: as you can tell, i am in a big quandry as to what to do!  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 18, 2009, 05:51:06 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 18, 2009, 05:45:11 PM
hey, easy tiger!
from what i've heard off Lee it isnt hard to unattach a roof and replace it, in which case i might go down the seats/engine rough (ish) body.
Just dont want a leaking sunroof

edit: as you can tell, i am in a big quandry as to what to do!  ::)

It's only a panel, just need to get a decent replacement. Easier than welding in patch for sunroof and dealing with distorted panel.

What's Lee going to do for a job? And are contis going to clear stock? (parts stock)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 18, 2009, 05:52:44 PM
lots of the parts will go back to Ateco, Lee is joining me  ;D

hmmmm roof panel..... ok....so who has one?
gotta put the options out there!

there will be some fiat/alfa wheels etc going spare i believe, but i have first dibs on one set
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 18, 2009, 05:56:43 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 18, 2009, 05:52:44 PM
lots of the parts will go back to Ateco, Lee is joining me  ;D

hmmmm roof panel..... ok....so who has one?
gotta put the options out there!

there will be some fiat/alfa wheels etc going spare i believe, but i have first dibs on one set

So Lee in sales?

Roof panel. As strange as may sound pickapart, will be an arse getting it off. Perhaps have a work with them and get then to gasaxe it off.

Wheels.....stilo 17s?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 18, 2009, 06:58:23 PM
nah there wont be any Stilo wheels
Lee is going to be a parts dude for Simms when we open there, can you imagine him in Sales??? hehe

here are some pics of the uno:
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FIMGP0668.jpg&hash=2dea68bed649037dc1537b8ebf0efcfcc1ea2392)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FIMGP0669.jpg&hash=9e7a393bcf28fb9bcdcae72e7b7966c5ec29c9f3)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FIMGP0672.jpg&hash=53c6207f6f58ff6ec14eed4015c7d371feba9880)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FIMGP0674.jpg&hash=c54e66558d4224a6819f005eece6939733d2eb42)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FIMGP0675.jpg&hash=3ddb35dc2a3cacced0eabd1876b3229e448b79a3)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 18, 2009, 08:37:11 PM
Big exhaust, ditch the mudflaps and lower it  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 18, 2009, 09:27:52 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 18, 2009, 08:37:11 PM
Big exhaust, ditch the mudflaps and lower it  ;)

they have a 2 1/4 as standard dont they?
i know of a stainless 2 1/4 thats all, wont gain anything tho eh

mudflaps are staying, they are retro cool

lowering is obvious

stop trying to get me to bite  :-*
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 18, 2009, 09:53:53 PM
That rear muffler doesn't look terribly free-flow
I put a 2.5" on mine and it made a big difference

Mudflaps...  :-\ :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 18, 2009, 11:18:44 PM
mudflaps give it character! Character is good. I have the mk2 wheels if you want them clive
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 19, 2009, 07:47:51 AM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 18, 2009, 11:18:44 PM
mudflaps give it character! Character is good. I have the mk2 wheels if you want them clive

Nope.
keeping this looking as is thanks (unless i happen to stumble across some rather fetching HGT wheels.....)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 19, 2009, 12:41:03 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 18, 2009, 09:53:53 PM
That rear muffler doesn't look terribly free-flow
I put a 2.5" on mine and it made a big difference

Mudflaps...  :-\ :P
yep, go 2.5 with no muffler, just a single bullet

let me drive it, the mudflaps will disappear  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 19, 2009, 12:42:28 PM
i dont want a fart can on it, i know of a 2 1/4 stainless which i have enquired about a price on, any bigger and it'll be seriously loud, or so i've been told.

p.s. Mike, got the text, no worries  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 19, 2009, 12:45:58 PM
2.5 isn't obnoxiously loud mate, Bigbumper and the lads used to complain that they could hardly hear my uno T on the track .... and it was generally being thrashed at the time.
The flow makes a huge difference on them though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 19, 2009, 01:33:42 PM
Mk1UnoT...

here's some photos of our Uno shell. it doesn't have a sunroof, not too sure if it was a must have or have not.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 19, 2009, 01:38:52 PM
ok, so i am being to fussy with mine.... haha
cheers for the pics, did you see what the roof was like? would it make a good roof donor???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on March 19, 2009, 01:46:53 PM
pretty mint!   For an Uno  :laugh:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 19, 2009, 01:52:07 PM
uhm pretty sure roof was ok. being an uno there not the strongest of cars so may have bulge in roof but everything pops out.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 19, 2009, 02:21:12 PM
$$$$?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 19, 2009, 06:57:08 PM
This is really for Terry since he needed to see.

His and hers, Mikes Marea, Carolyns Punto

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi40.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fe246%2Fevluno%2FOur%2520Cars%2Fth_DSC04044.jpg&hash=7bcf5d3767d8bd121e08ecb9312a319da458206c) (http://s40.photobucket.com/albums/e246/evluno/?action=view&current=DSC04044.jpg)
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Terry, this is my removable tow bar in case you wanted an idea how it was mounted
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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 19, 2009, 07:11:06 PM
Sweet, goes well? I continue to love my marea. And for a wagon it handles pretty good. Although can get the front to powerslide in wet.

That towbar setup looks overly complicated but easily reproduced. Def going to weld my own up.

And grale looks suitable menacing in it's project state.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 19, 2009, 07:24:36 PM
Awesome car eh, am really stoked with mine. Carolyn loves it most cos it means she gets her Punto back.

And I bought some sleepers for the garden today cos I have a wagon to cart them around in  ;)

will send ya some more pics of tow-bar if ya want
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on March 19, 2009, 07:26:28 PM
From memory they called the Marea wagon the 'weekend' ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 19, 2009, 07:29:31 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 19, 2009, 07:11:06 PM
Sweet, goes well? I continue to love my marea. And for a wagon it handles pretty good.


Hey hey! ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 19, 2009, 07:36:53 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on March 19, 2009, 07:26:28 PM
From memory they called the Marea wagon the 'weekend' ?
thats right, but it is good all week  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 19, 2009, 07:37:36 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on March 19, 2009, 07:29:31 PM
Hey hey! ;)


Yeah no rs2 Nik :P it does have 20v 5 cyl motor tho ;D

Yeah called the weekend.

When it was at the dyno day here in wellington i thought it sounded awesome(altho biased)
link:
http://s164.photobucket.com/albums/u3/RobClubley/Octavia/VASK%20Dyno%20Day/?action=view&current=MOV01277.flv
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 19, 2009, 07:41:56 PM
real neat sound eh
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on March 19, 2009, 07:43:10 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 19, 2009, 07:36:53 PM
thats right, but it is good all week  :o

;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 19, 2009, 08:13:10 PM
finally made some progress on my beast tonight. after a few hours and curse words at yet another bizarre Fiat design, finally got the original inlet manifold off (after taking off the fuel pump, all breather hoses, the dizzy and radiator catch tank) and replaced with new manifold for twin carbs. :D:D

Oh and Mk1UnoT, checked out the roof of the uno, no visible rust, looks pretty good, after a wash it'll be beter
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 19, 2009, 08:27:12 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 19, 2009, 06:57:08 PM
This is really for Terry since he needed to see.

His and hers, Mikes Marea, Carolyns Punto


I hadn't even seen your Marea, Mike... looks nice, well done.  Have to admit, you never looked right driving that krautwagen... >:D  good to see you back in your wog cars
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 20, 2009, 09:49:41 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 19, 2009, 08:27:12 PM
I hadn't even seen your Marea, Mike... looks nice, well done.  Have to admit, you never looked right driving that krautwagen... >:D  good to see you back in your wog cars
I have only owned it for 3 days mate so I ain't hiding it from ya. Stace has only seen it though the yard fence on Monday night.
And I agree, driveway/garage looks great with 3 italians cluttering it 
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 20, 2009, 06:47:21 PM
Only 3 days??  Ok I'll let you off then  ;)  For some reason I thought you bought it longer ago than that... I must have imagined it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 20, 2009, 09:25:36 PM
yeah, old age is destroying your mind .... or is it the booze
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on March 20, 2009, 09:32:45 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 20, 2009, 09:25:36 PM
yeah, old age is destroying your mind .... or is it the booze

Its just the booze,  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 20, 2009, 10:14:46 PM
I can't remember the last time I had a drink  :P ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Pristle on March 21, 2009, 02:35:55 PM
My bit for the Fiat thread....

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 21, 2009, 04:39:26 PM
Thats real nice Pristle...  :-X

Was at Maurice Thompson's with Stacey this morning getting my Integra certed, we bumped into a chap Stacey knew (from his Italian Autos days) who was picking up his Thema.  This guy used to be into his 131s and is now into Thema's.... anyway, it turns out he has 13x Themas and 16x 131s!  Plus a couple of 130TC and 105TCs... and some other Fiats.... 48 in total, according to his (obviously understanding and long-suffering) wife.  48 Fiats and Lancias!!!  And she thought it was ok 'cos they knew a guy who had over 50 Triumph 2000s!!!  Honestly...  * shakes head *  Terry, you've got a long way to go - you've only got 8 cars  ;D ;)

Also in Maurice shop were a nice unmolested yellow Fiat Coupe 16vt, a tidy Alfa 156 v6 and a very nice Alfa 164QV, plus a rough old Alfa 105-series coupe and a BMW 3-series race car.  And Ian Robertson was there picking up his Lancia Beta HPE, he'd just put rego on it for the first time after a 10-year restoration - it looked pretty sharp. 
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 21, 2009, 05:54:06 PM
Hell, and we thought Ray was doing well when he officially owned 18 F&L
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 21, 2009, 06:21:13 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 21, 2009, 04:39:26 PM
Thats real nice Pristle...  :-X

Was at Maurice Thompson's with Stacey this morning getting my Integra certed, we bumped into a chap Stacey knew (from his Italian Autos days) who was picking up his Thema.  This guy used to be into his 131s and is now into Thema's.... anyway, it turns out he has 13x Themas and 16x 131s!  Plus a couple of 130TC and 105TCs... and some other Fiats.... 48 in total, according to his (obviously understanding and long-suffering) wife.  48 Fiats and Lancias!!!  And she thought it was ok 'cos they knew a guy who had over 50 Triumph 2000s!!!  Honestly...  * shakes head *  Terry, you've got a long way to go - you've only got 8 cars  ;D ;)




Cool, 16 131s tho!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Pristle on March 21, 2009, 08:24:29 PM
I can add another bit that I'd forgotten about. There was a 131 at PaP Mangere last weekend for anyone interested. Curiously the rego label read 151.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 22, 2009, 12:39:23 AM
the is  pretty cool fiat strada being restored at fleet care out at the airport, have a good look at it everytime im there
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 22, 2009, 08:22:14 AM
The red 130TC... I'd say being stored is more accurate than restored!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 22, 2009, 09:35:19 AM
i see it getting some work done every now and and then
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 22, 2009, 10:47:24 AM
Ok.  Stacey & I had a look at it late last year, as a possible replacement for XS RPM.  The owner said he hadn't done much/ anything on it for years... perhaps we kick started some activity

Really needs new paint though... the last respray was pretty average
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on March 22, 2009, 01:08:16 PM
Red 20V turbo Coupe ;)

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 22, 2009, 09:48:23 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 22, 2009, 10:47:24 AM
Ok.  Stacey & I had a look at it late last year, as a possible replacement for XS RPM.  The owner said he hadn't done much/ anything on it for years... perhaps we kick started some activity

Really needs new paint though... the last respray was pretty average



Yea, they are working on it very slowly. There is a girl that works there who's dad converted an uno 70 into a turbo for her
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 22, 2009, 10:14:05 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 22, 2009, 09:48:23 PM


Yea, they are working on it very slowly. There is a girl that works there who's dad converted an uno 70 into a turbo for her

That would be Chris's sister. Chris: another 130tc owner. Very very nice 130tc i must say. Not quite to my taste but very good effort.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 22, 2009, 10:51:00 PM
Ty, is this the same place that has a cream 124 Spyder parked next to the 130TC?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 23, 2009, 06:40:08 PM
im not sure??? i'll check next time im up there
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: patb on March 24, 2009, 02:37:36 PM
My son has just rolled my Marea Weekender 1600. It was beautiful, only 130,000km and never used a drop of oil or water. The smashed up carcass is back at our place in Marton, I don't know what to do with it. It's still registered and warranted and the motor runs perfectly, but it goes 'knock' when you let the clutch out. 4 near new Goodyears and a 3 month old removable towbar.

Anyone want to make an offer on the whole thing? Otherwise I'll have to try to sell bits, which is always a pain, and especially so with a rare model.

I'd buy another the same if there's one lurking out there. Must be the 4 cylinder one for the economy, this one was a real gas miser.

Cheers
patb
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 24, 2009, 04:38:08 PM
went past today, no fiats in site, think they are all done
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 24, 2009, 06:08:29 PM
Quote from: patb on March 24, 2009, 02:37:36 PM
My son has just rolled my Marea Weekender 1600. It was beautiful, only 130,000km and never used a drop of oil or water. The smashed up carcass is back at our place in Marton, I don't know what to do with it. It's still registered and warranted and the motor runs perfectly, but it goes 'knock' when you let the clutch out. 4 near new Goodyears and a 3 month old removable towbar.

Anyone want to make an offer on the whole thing? Otherwise I'll have to try to sell bits, which is always a pain, and especially so with a rare model.

I'd buy another the same if there's one lurking out there. Must be the 4 cylinder one for the economy, this one was a real gas miser.

Cheers
patb
oh bugger, that has to suck. Have to be quick to grab a good one when it shows up too eh
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 24, 2009, 10:39:19 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 24, 2009, 04:38:08 PM
went past today, no fiats in site, think they are all done

We saw the 130TC in Nov/Dec last year, at that point there'd been no progress in like 4 years and it didn't have any interior, glass or trim fitted.  I'd be surprised if he finished it in this relatively short space of time.  And the 124 was fairly rusty... from memory the place was on Brigade Rd?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 24, 2009, 10:53:42 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 24, 2009, 10:39:19 PM
We saw the 130TC in Nov/Dec last year, at that point there'd been no progress in like 4 years and it didn't have any interior, glass or trim fitted.  I'd be surprised if he finished it in this relatively short space of time.  And the 124 was fairly rusty... from memory the place was on Brigade Rd?

The numberplate on the strada was strada. i had a good walk around today and didnt see anything...um not sure ay


Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 24, 2009, 11:20:34 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 24, 2009, 10:53:42 PM
The numberplate on the strada was strada. i had a good walk around today and didnt see anything...um not sure ay

Must've been a while since you were there last... that car is Chris's (as per Terry's post earlier).  It's been finished for 3+ years now... having seen Chris's car, I looked at taking my car to the same panel shop - and that was over 2 years ago now

STRADA is currently parked on Stacey's driveway while he finishes building a new motor for it - trick head, big cams, 48DCOEs... should be a good 'un
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on March 25, 2009, 01:54:40 AM
Great photo!
my favourite Fiat.  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 25, 2009, 09:52:44 AM
would anyone happen to know if Coupe wheels would fit a mk1 Uno?
I know the HGT abarth rims did with the rigth tyre....

think they'd look right?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 25, 2009, 12:07:20 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 24, 2009, 11:20:34 PM
Must've been a while since you were there last... that car is Chris's (as per Terry's post earlier).  It's been finished for 3+ years now... having seen Chris's car, I looked at taking my car to the same panel shop - and that was over 2 years ago now

STRADA is currently parked on Stacey's driveway while he finishes building a new motor for it - trick head, big cams, 48DCOEs... should be a good 'un

That pic is the evolution of the species!

Rolands abarth has been there lately Brett with some welding getting done. Pretty sure it went straight from there to hopefarm.

Wouldn't know Clive offset alright but the extra half inch over the sedici wheel might kill you though. The guy selling them knows bigbumper so a pm his way could arrange a fitting.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 25, 2009, 12:46:18 PM
Yeah the guy selling them knows Steve so one way or another i'm sure i could arrange something.
I think 16's might be a bit of an overkill tho too, plus it defects away from that "standard" exterior look even tho they are still OEM wheels
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: patb on March 25, 2009, 05:14:24 PM

For those who have asked to see the car.

It was actually an 'end over' you'll see the front dug in and it flipped on its bonnet/windscreen area. Both front belt tensioners were activated, these are stuck on now, the safety cut out activated, but the air bags did not deploy. The cop said that was to be expected as it was not really a front-impact accident.

Breaks my heart to look at it.

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 25, 2009, 06:38:07 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 24, 2009, 11:20:34 PM
Must've been a while since you were there last... that car is Chris's (as per Terry's post earlier).  It's been finished for 3+ years now... having seen Chris's car, I looked at taking my car to the same panel shop - and that was over 2 years ago now

STRADA is currently parked on Stacey's driveway while he finishes building a new motor for it - trick head, big cams, 48DCOEs... should be a good 'un

Nope definitely was there about 2 weeks ago
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 25, 2009, 06:43:01 PM
He did have it there until recently, now getting engine done.

Cheers for the pics Pat, ouch!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 25, 2009, 07:52:33 PM
Hey Terry,
pics of the Marea doing the job of a ute

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi40.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fe246%2Fevluno%2FOur%2520Cars%2Fth_DSC04058.jpg&hash=d9572b033d4b84ff613f2561af860a3e450f6404) (http://s40.photobucket.com/albums/e246/evluno/Our%20Cars/?action=view&current=DSC04058.jpg)
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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vwrally on March 25, 2009, 09:33:56 PM
Greg Paul, Dave Robb, Papakura, NZ  Fiat 125T 

Good to see some good keen fiat men entered for the Otago Classic Rally in May, has Greg done much gravel driving before (buses excluded)

Anybody here plannng on making the trip down with them??

Some pretty good enties in already considering the economic times http://www.otagorally.net/home/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=38&Itemid=57

Alasitair McRae being the big driver named to date
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 25, 2009, 09:43:26 PM
Quote from: vwrally on March 25, 2009, 09:33:56 PM
Greg Paul, Dave Robb, Papakura, NZ  Fiat 125T 

Good to see some good keen fiat men entered for the Otago Classic Rally in May, has Greg done much gravel driving before (buses excluded)

Anybody here plannng on making the trip down with them??

Some pretty good enties in already considering the economic times http://www.otagorally.net/home/index.php?option=com_content&task=blogcategory&id=38&Itemid=57

Alasitair McCrae being the big driver named to date

Does Alasitair McCrae race porsche 964's?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vwrally on March 25, 2009, 09:49:49 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 25, 2009, 09:43:26 PM
Does Alasitair McCrae race porsche 964's?

He is Colin McRaes brother, last drive I know of was Mitsubishi World Rally Car in WRC......but he might race a 964 as well ;)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 25, 2009, 10:09:34 PM
Greg has run the Peeking To Paris rally last year and will be running it again this year. If ford transits are out of the picture, i remember him taking me on a gravel road in a hired toyota previa drifting. talented driver he is.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 25, 2009, 11:17:08 PM
Tyz - sorry I didn't realise STRADA was back in getting more work done... thought you meant the one round the corner (nowhere near as nice and a long way from finished)

Pat - you did a pretty good job on that Marea  :(

Clive - Paul has the std coupe wheels for sale, plus his 17" Momos don't fit over his flash new brakes either.... so he could be tempted to part with them.  They could be a shade too big for the UnoT... but man if you could get them in there...  8)
I just bought his 16" race wheels (with near new Toyo R888s) for the Integra

vwr - Yep Greg can drive alright
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on March 26, 2009, 04:29:22 PM
This looks to be a good buy. Does anyone know this car?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-210021790.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 26, 2009, 04:56:11 PM
sounds pretty good!
think we all know where there is an engine for it....

edit: anyone fancy letting me know if they have any OMP seat mounts for my Uno too? (Mike, pm me your account number buddy for the seats)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 26, 2009, 05:49:39 PM
Quote from: db_222 on March 26, 2009, 04:29:22 PM
This looks to be a good buy. Does anyone know this car?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-210021790.htm

Brett will know it better, but he brought a ton cheaper than asking price. Also there is a reason pic is some distance away ;D

Good luck getting that engine Cicco ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 26, 2009, 06:52:57 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 26, 2009, 05:49:39 PM
Brett will know it better, but he brought a ton cheaper than asking price. Also there is a reason pic is some distance away ;D

Good luck getting that engine Cicco ;)

Yep I know it.  Derek (current owner) has owned this car twice, last time he bought it for a fair bit less than he's advertising it for - but that was a steal, and I reckon it's still worth most of what he's asking.  It's a little scruffy up close but fundamentally I think it's sound.

Derek raced it in a few Toyo series events at the same time I ran my 130... but I'm pretty sure he never beat me  >:D ;)

Cicco - see Maurice for anything OMP.  And if you mean XS RPM for the engine...?  It'll cost you more than Derek wants for the whole car!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 26, 2009, 07:22:44 PM
I thought you were going to put XS's engine into a new roadee?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 26, 2009, 07:33:31 PM
Clive/BigBumper, 17's won't go on an Uno. When I had EVLUNO I ran it on those 15's and that involved removing the surge tank. I had a set of 16's .... Cartman you will remember them on Kim's Tipo, only reason she had them was cos we couldn't force them on the Uno without some serious mods ...... actually serious boost cos they rubbed at idle  :-\
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 26, 2009, 07:37:38 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 26, 2009, 07:22:44 PM
I thought you were going to put XS's engine into a new roadee?

They are.....but anything is for sale at right price. ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vwrally on March 26, 2009, 10:54:16 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 25, 2009, 11:17:08 PM
vwr - Yep Greg can drive alright

I think it will be interesting to see how Dad and Greg go against each other, I remember Greg from Targa a few years back and he is certainly a commited driver. We ended up in the same accomodation as a lot of the Fiat Guys on the next targa just about everywhere we went. We spent just about every night looking at in car video from Mal Simmonds?? car. He to was a fairly committed driver.

I didnt realise that Greg had done Peking to Paris. Those rallies are epic adventures. Dad has done the London to Sydney and the Carrera Sudamericana marathon rallies and absolutely loves them.

If somebody could PM me a number for Greg I will give him a call and see if there is anything we can do to help him down here, I should be able to find him somewhere to service (with hoist) etc etc and I know where there is a fairly good collection of spare parts if he should have a need
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 26, 2009, 11:13:49 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 26, 2009, 07:33:31 PM
Clive/BigBumper, 17's won't go on an Uno.

i wasnt thinking the 17's, i was thinking the 16" coupe wheels Paul has....

i've mailed Maurice thru TM about seat mounts
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 26, 2009, 11:19:16 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 26, 2009, 11:13:49 PM
i wasnt thinking the 17's, i was thinking the 16" coupe wheels Paul has....

i've mailed Maurice thru TM about seat mounts

Mike's right, even with 16s you'll struggle.  Getting them to fit would be a serious headache.  But if you bought the 16s then Terry might be willing to swap them for his 15s?  ;)

Quote from: vwrally on March 26, 2009, 10:54:16 PM
If somebody could PM me a number for Greg I will give him a call and see if there is anything we can do to help him down here, I should be able to find him somewhere to service (with hoist) etc etc and I know where there is a fairly good collection of spare parts if he should have a need

Good man, I'm sure he'll appreciate / need it!  Just google Greg Paul Coaches or Rally Tours NZ

Your Dad's in the Mk1 Golf?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vwrally on March 27, 2009, 08:22:55 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 26, 2009, 11:19:16 PM

Your Dad's in the Mk1 Golf?

Thats him, I have had to miss the last few rallies so hopefully will make the silly seat for this one

I will give Greg a call next week
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 27, 2009, 08:31:33 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 26, 2009, 11:19:16 PM
Mike's right, even with 16s you'll struggle.  Getting them to fit would be a serious headache.  But if you bought the 16s then Terry might be willing to swap them for his 15s?  ;)

15's?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 27, 2009, 12:08:07 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 27, 2009, 08:31:33 AM
15's?

The non turbo coupe 16v got 15 inch wheels. Which i happen to have. ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 27, 2009, 12:50:28 PM
ahhhhh learn something new every day!
well i reckon wheels should be done but not sure which is the priority at the mo.
think engine, suspension then wheels really....  ::)
but if things come through at the right price i'd be a fool to turn them down, typical salesman eh!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 28, 2009, 07:57:39 AM
stick with 15's Clive, trying to put 16's on makes it a serious mission. your time and money would go better towards other mods
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 28, 2009, 05:02:57 PM
clean all the engine bay out today and put a load of decent fuel in and carb cleaner into it and now it sounds a lot nicer and has a 1500rpm tickover! haha shows how crapted up it was if only doing that much changes it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on March 29, 2009, 09:03:52 PM
Had a good geeze at this yesterday - all in one piece again ;D

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 30, 2009, 07:57:58 PM
where did you get the graphics from ? thats what I want for mine
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 30, 2009, 08:10:29 PM
Mike see Stacey, the guy that did his graphics is awesome, i use him for all my stuff at work now
Sign play, he will replicate pretty much anything, if not then try ebay.co.uk!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 30, 2009, 08:25:10 PM
We got a local sign writer to do it, Mcstripes and signs. Rusty also did up the Yambina. Any good sign man could do it. Just print off photo of WRC Lancia in those decals and let them work there wonders
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 30, 2009, 08:27:56 PM
Sweet, will have a yarn with your dad Scott, he might tell me to get a different set  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 30, 2009, 08:30:02 PM
:D quite possibly. Only other WRC colours would mean painting your car white. Could start a Lancia Targa team??
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 30, 2009, 08:34:13 PM
If you can get a Tamiya model (or the like) that has the sign writting you like, they normally have  instructions of how and where to apply decals, they also have different profiles of the cars, front, rear, top side etc. A lot easier than using photos.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 30, 2009, 08:39:40 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on March 30, 2009, 08:34:13 PM
If you can get a Tamiya model (or the like) that has the sign writting you like, they normally have  instructions of how and where to apply decals, they also have different profiles of the cars, front, rear, top side etc. A lot easier than using photos.



This would be the model kit you would need:

http://www3.towerhobbies.com/cgi-bin/wti0001p?&I=LR1689
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 30, 2009, 08:41:43 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on March 30, 2009, 08:34:13 PM
If you can get a Tamiya model (or the like) that has the sign writting you like, they normally have  instructions of how and where to apply decals, they also have different profiles of the cars, front, rear, top side etc. A lot easier than using photos.



thats what we did with ours. dad bought a model, took the model and real car to sign writer and away he went. just though photo as would be easier than getting a model in a rush
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 30, 2009, 08:44:41 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 30, 2009, 08:10:29 PM
Mike see Stacey, the guy that did his graphics is awesome, i use him for all my stuff at work now
Sign play, he will replicate pretty much anything, if not then try ebay.co.uk!

Mike I've got Alan's number, as Clive says he's awesome.  His pricing is pretty reasonable too
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 31, 2009, 02:26:13 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 18, 2009, 06:58:23 PM

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FIMGP0674.jpg&hash=c54e66558d4224a6819f005eece6939733d2eb42)



Check out the electric windows! do they work?



Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 31, 2009, 08:40:13 AM
Quote from: scuderia on March 31, 2009, 02:26:13 AM
Check out the electric windows! do they work?
extremely slowly, but yes, they do!
taken the manky seat covers off too now and the seats underneath, now that they have been cleaned, are actually quite good quality for a 22 year old car!
talking of age, bloody classic car insurance have never got back to me with a price, does that mean it's priceless???  :angel:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 31, 2009, 09:24:57 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 31, 2009, 08:40:13 AM
extremely slowly, but yes, they do!

Italian Slow glass :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 31, 2009, 06:08:33 PM
What are you going to do about the holes in the door cards under the ugly abarth labels? Yeah the seats look mint! Seat covers are good for the next owner!  ;D

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 31, 2009, 07:37:27 PM
Quote from: 124dude on March 30, 2009, 08:41:43 PM
thats what we did with ours. dad bought a model, took the model and real car to sign writer and away he went. just though photo as would be easier than getting a model in a rush
Ha, I know where there is a model now
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 31, 2009, 07:37:56 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 30, 2009, 08:44:41 PM
Mike I've got Alan's number, as Clive says he's awesome.  His pricing is pretty reasonable too
I told you there would be time you would be useful
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 31, 2009, 07:39:27 PM
Quote from: scuderia on March 31, 2009, 06:08:33 PM
What are you going to do about the holes in the door cards under the ugly abarth labels? Yeah the seats look mint! Seat covers are good for the next owner!  ;D


get the doors cards recovered like my old Uno, looks heaps better than the factory interior
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 31, 2009, 07:43:30 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 31, 2009, 07:37:27 PM
Ha, I know where there is a model now

sneak into old mans office and snatch it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 31, 2009, 07:51:46 PM
Of course you know lancia only used the colour once while racing wrc. From memory it was san remo rally and duriol had a huge-off.

and yip it was Duriol.....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sakBnNkjTUA

And so the fiat thread continues to live on the vask forum :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 31, 2009, 07:55:26 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 31, 2009, 07:51:46 PM
Of course you know lancia only used the colour once while racing wrc. From memory it was san remo rally and duriol had a huge-off.

and yip it was Duriol.....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sakBnNkjTUA

And so the fiat thread continues to live on the vask forum :P

well then, thats the end of that conversation, time to find some other decals
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on March 31, 2009, 08:15:49 PM
yeah Didier Aurial's massive off. Just means these decals are more rare :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 31, 2009, 08:46:19 PM
Quote from: 124dude on March 31, 2009, 08:15:49 PM
yeah Didier Aurial's massive off. Just means these decals are more rare :P
as long as the historical relevance doesn't put ya off eh
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 01, 2009, 09:01:42 AM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 31, 2009, 08:46:19 PM
as long as the historical relevance doesn't put ya off eh

:P Not as of yet. Just got new tyres for it whoop
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 01, 2009, 12:03:24 PM
whoops : Duriol ;D i was close D. Auriol thanks Scott.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 01, 2009, 05:28:40 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 01, 2009, 12:03:24 PM
whoops : Duriol ;D i was close D. Auriol thanks Scott.

close, i got what you were trying to say and im sure others did too. were not all perfect :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 01, 2009, 05:44:15 PM
Also have been working with our local mechanic putting the side draughts on. Its great work experience, learning about my car a bit more and gaining some great skills. After a day and a half, the car now goes vrroooom vrroooom but carbs need balancing. tomorrows job :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on April 05, 2009, 07:22:08 PM
this 130tc looks like a good example.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-211673486.htm

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 06, 2009, 12:07:09 PM
Hey that's my silver one i sold less than a year ago. He paid 3600 for it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on April 06, 2009, 12:23:06 PM
thought that plate looked familiar..
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 06, 2009, 01:28:51 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 06, 2009, 12:07:09 PM
Hey that's my silver one i sold less than a year ago. He paid 3600 for it.

With a $4k buy now... vendor expectation in the 130TC market is rising!  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 06, 2009, 04:09:47 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on April 06, 2009, 01:28:51 PM
With a $4k buy now... vendor expectation in the 130TC market is rising!  ;)

he's dreaming! Has a few sins in the body but good car overall.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on April 06, 2009, 04:36:36 PM
hey does anybody know if mk1 uno doors will fit on an mk2?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 06, 2009, 04:43:18 PM
I assume you mean for a 3 door Uno,

Yes they will fit on the car but the mounts for the door cards and electric window regulators etc are different.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 06, 2009, 07:44:55 PM
Quote from: db_222 on April 05, 2009, 07:22:08 PM
this 130tc looks like a good example.
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-211673486.htm



haha doesn't even come with rego or wof at 4k. Wonder if it comes with the spares i threw in for him. Sounds like he is being cagey with wof also.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on April 06, 2009, 07:55:08 PM
Quote from: scuderia on April 06, 2009, 04:43:18 PM
I assume you mean for a 3 door Uno,

Yes they will fit on the car but the mounts for the door cards and electric window regulators etc are different.

Yeah, i found the rust on my doors to be quiet bad, i bought a set on TM but did a bit of research and found them to be mk1 doors, the guy is sending them up from christchurch, he says they have no rust, i'll put those on the uno and get the rust on the proper doors fixed...will anybody be interested in the doors when im done with them?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 06, 2009, 08:52:09 PM
Yeah stick them back on Trademe. Rust free doors are not easy to get

The doors on your Uno were not that bad, not bad enough to replace them IMO. They have been fixed in the past, many years ago. I had the drivers door and RF guard painted just before I sold it.



Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on April 06, 2009, 09:02:22 PM
the passenger door has almost rusted straight through...i also have an annoying squeak and knock in the back of the car, think its the rear left bush, but i had a quick look and didnt see one...so im confused
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 06, 2009, 09:23:37 PM
Yeah but its only a small patch from memory.

The knock maybe the exhaust. There will be a bush there
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on April 06, 2009, 09:30:03 PM
na its gotten quiet bad, should be fixed by track day ;D...i cant wait...oh the doors are coming with door cards, what do you reckon they are worth?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 06, 2009, 10:47:05 PM
could be the exhaust knocking on the rear beam....

MK1 doors.... hmmmm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on April 07, 2009, 09:18:25 AM
 In Queenstown....

here is a bit of info on the Spider! It?s a 1973 Fiat Spider with a later 2.0l motor fitted.

Essentially it has had everthing done apart from the diff! Engine has rings, bearings, oil pump, lightened fly wheel, head, cams, carbs and is fully balanced. Also has an Ansea rear muffler and pipe. Estimate it produces 130 to 140 hp. Heavy duty clutch. Gear box has been appart and checked and a couple of components replaced. All springs, shocks, bushes and ball joints were replaced. Brakes were recond and up graded pads fitted. Wheels are genuine 1973 Crommadore CD 30's (magnesium, not alloy copies) recond' and fitted with 185 70 series tyres. Interior has been all done front seats are leather, dash and centre console redone, dash panel  redone  and has a 10 stack CD in the boot.

Refit was completed about 4 to 5 yrs ago and I have driven it the length of NZ a couple of times! Drives really well and is also easy to drive. Its done about 10,000 miles since rebuild and spends most of its time under a cover in my garage. Has a number of stone chips etc from normal use (as you have seen).

Reason for selling is to move to the next toy! More $$$, power, speed etc!! Price well I  would like to get $15k but am realistic so open to offers (has had over $30k spent on it). So if anyone is interested give them my number.

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi104.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fm176%2FBDMK2%2FPC210384.jpg&hash=dd8abd5dbcee9f89ab5b171e1c6d4265acef0ada)
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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: halcyontom on April 07, 2009, 04:08:52 PM
^ noice  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on April 07, 2009, 05:19:58 PM
Very nice Spider!

I saw a cool Tipo today, 94 3 door 2.0 16V 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 05:43:55 PM
Yeah I saw one of them too the other day, in my garage!  :D

What colour was it?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on April 07, 2009, 06:00:22 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 05:43:55 PM
Yeah I saw one of them too the other day, in my garage!  :D

What colour was it?

Light Blue... nice looking colour
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 07, 2009, 06:08:43 PM
very nice looking spyder indeed, wish we never sold ours :(

ooosh 3dr tipo, very seductive car, especially when you plant an alfa 155 v6 in it or even a coupe 20vT :D :D

also, does anyone have any Dell'Orto jets/bits lying around?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 07:28:18 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on April 07, 2009, 06:00:22 PM
Light Blue... nice looking colour

Blue is rare, maybe the only one left in the country.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on April 07, 2009, 07:32:49 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 07:28:18 PM
Blue is rare, maybe the only one left in the country.

I got the plate and apparenlty the odo is in miles... wonder if it has the digital dash and someone left it on miles when it was registered??
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 07, 2009, 07:34:24 PM
Damn those Spiders are sexy. Why does Lotto not fall my way
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 07, 2009, 07:37:41 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 05:43:55 PM
Yeah I saw one of them too the other day, in my garage!  :D

What colour was it?



In less than 6 weeks you will not be able to say that ;D

Blue is very nice, as is bronze.

16v don't have digi dashes.

And mike those wheels are crap :-* I hope you were taking the piss.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 07, 2009, 07:39:26 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 07, 2009, 07:37:41 PM
And mike those wheels are crap :-* I hope you were taking the piss.
I was wondering how long it would take you  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 07, 2009, 07:40:39 PM
haha oz wheels are one of my searches on trademe at the moment. 17s in 4x100 please...just not in that style.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 07:46:13 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on April 07, 2009, 07:32:49 PM
I got the plate and apparenlty the odo is in miles... wonder if it has the digital dash and someone left it on miles when it was registered??

What's the plate? I'll check my secret anorak list  ;D They all have an analogue dash in miles.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on April 07, 2009, 07:49:37 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 07:46:13 PM
What's the plate? I'll check my secret anorak list  ;D They all have an analogue dash in miles.

Have sent you a PM ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 07:56:22 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 07, 2009, 07:37:41 PM
In less than 6 weeks you will not be able to say that ;D


Hmm, well there will technically still be a 5 door 16V there!  ;D

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 07, 2009, 08:04:31 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 07:56:22 PM
Hmm, well there will technically still be a 5 door 16V there!  ;D



true....but i could say that now. I have a sedici on my drive...nope doesn't sound right.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 07, 2009, 08:20:38 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 07, 2009, 07:40:39 PM
haha oz wheels are one of my searches on trademe at the moment. 17s in 4x100 please...just not in that style.
you know they are calling your name
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 08:39:28 PM
I would agree, but thats not really the same thing ;)

That blue 16V is another one on the list btw! So thats #16 out of the 16 I believe were sold here. I was alwasy missing one, there was a blue one down Manawatu way a while ago which is probably the same one.







Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 07, 2009, 10:11:37 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 08:39:28 PM
That blue 16V is another one on the list btw! So thats #16 out of the 16 I believe were sold here. I was alwasy missing one, there was a blue one down Manawatu way a while ago which is probably the same one.

How many of the 16 are still alive Steve?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 10:42:23 PM
Unless any have expired recently there are still 14 registered, plus Lee's car makes 15. The other one was deregistered in 1997.





Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 07, 2009, 10:47:18 PM
Ok... thats a pretty good survival rate!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 10:59:02 PM
Yeah they are good cars, dont rust, and most seem to have good owners who hold onto them.

Unlike Uno turbos, Stradas etc that rusted, fell to bits and were thrashed by hoons.  >:D





Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 08, 2009, 08:16:41 AM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 10:59:02 PM
Unlike Uno turbos, Stradas etc that rusted, fell to bits and were thrashed by hoons.  >:D

bloody power freaks

getting the suspension sorted on the Uno next week, Chris at SuspensionTech is going to sort it for me.
Need to have a chat about what to do, thinking just lowering and stiffer, not the whole coilover treatment.

Any recommendations?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 08, 2009, 11:38:07 AM
Bloody hell, pretty serious there mate. For road going suspension, the kits you get out of the UK are hard to beat. There is not much in the way of locally made springs around anymore.

Some kits are not specific for Uno turbos so end up way lower at the front than the rear. 35-40mm drop will fit without any issues. -60mm is usually what people buy, you need shorter front bump stops too.




Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 08, 2009, 12:29:04 PM
great stuff cheers Steve
Chris is a friend of mine so he's being gentle. He knows pretty much anything and everything about suspension and what will work, i just wondered what specifics for the Uno were needed.

Drove her yesterday and it just knocks a little and wallows in the corners
need to start somewhere i guess!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 08, 2009, 07:45:08 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 07, 2009, 10:59:02 PM

Unlike Uno turbos, Stradas etc that rusted, fell to bits and were thrashed by hoons.  >:D


hey, I resemble that remark
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 08, 2009, 07:47:33 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on April 08, 2009, 12:29:04 PM
great stuff cheers Steve
Chris is a friend of mine so he's being gentle. He knows pretty much anything and everything about suspension and what will work, i just wondered what specifics for the Uno were needed.

Drove her yesterday and it just knocks a little and wallows in the corners
need to start somewhere i guess!
Chris will sort you out mate, he scammed me the front Bilsteins for my Uno and worked out where the rears could be sourced ( Italian Auto ), sussed me out some good alignment settings for my driving too
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 08, 2009, 07:48:12 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on April 08, 2009, 07:45:08 PM
hey, I resemble that remark

where as i resent that remark. I drive my strada like a gent. Never above 40km/hr.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 08, 2009, 07:53:27 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 08, 2009, 07:48:12 PM
where as i resent that remark. I drive my strada like a gent. Never above 40km/hr.
should have modified it then
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 08, 2009, 07:55:04 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on April 08, 2009, 07:53:27 PM
should have modified it then

I believe cars should not be modified. Strictly factory specs!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 08, 2009, 08:06:15 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 08, 2009, 07:55:04 PM
I believe cars should not be modified. Strictly factory specs!
cough*splutter*cough
LIAR
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 09, 2009, 01:37:55 AM
Quote from: ritmo on April 08, 2009, 07:48:12 PM
where as i resent that remark. I drive my strada like a gent. Never above 40km/hr.

YOU DRIVE YOUR STRADA?!?!  WHEN???  ;) ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 86gte on April 09, 2009, 04:43:47 PM
A fiat 128 SL is FWD or RWD?

Ive just seen one and love the look of it, would be great with a nice subtle hayabusa transplant...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 09, 2009, 04:51:19 PM
FWD

Or you could just use a Fiat engine  :D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3bdmVAgY38A
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 09, 2009, 06:15:18 PM
got exhaust done on my 124 today :D :D

Don't you just love the sound of a fiat twin cam :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on April 09, 2009, 08:21:57 PM
Pic of the large bundle please
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 09, 2009, 08:30:52 PM
only took pooey one off my phone....but its a teaser

2.25" whole way through out of custom extractors (bag of snakes posted earlier) with one coby muffler before diff and one after with little tip, suits the car.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on April 10, 2009, 12:50:57 AM
Nice Scoot that looks sweet!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on April 10, 2009, 12:55:53 AM
Post up that engine pic you showed me Scott ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 10, 2009, 11:04:24 AM
ok then rambo_005 :D

shes not quite a standard engine anymore :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 10, 2009, 11:05:22 AM
Quote from: db_222 on April 10, 2009, 12:50:57 AM
Nice Scoot that looks sweet!

Thanks dude, I'm hoping to bring it down to the track day, race or not. Need a job first :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 15, 2009, 06:01:57 PM
car has been at carburetor motors getting tuned/dyno today and will be there tomorrow. on standard 1.8l, extractors/exhaust and side draughts she's putting 60kw atw. woo
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 15, 2009, 06:15:38 PM
Good work Scott, but surely more than 60kw atw possible.  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 15, 2009, 07:11:29 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 15, 2009, 06:15:38 PM
Good work Scott, but surely more than 60kw atw possible.  ;)
more is never enough  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 15, 2009, 09:13:26 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 15, 2009, 06:15:38 PM
Good work Scott, but surely more than 60kw atw possible.  ;)

I agree, I would have thought it'd have more than that with your current set-up?
Maybe its an overly pessimistic dyno?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 15, 2009, 11:03:15 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on April 15, 2009, 09:13:26 PM
I agree, I would have thought it'd have more than that with your current set-up?
Maybe its an overly pessimistic dyno?

if we compare to 130tc (say 80kw at the wheels) i would think 1800 with twincarbs, extractors and decent exhaust would be closer to that. If you accept abit more drivetrain loss with rwd over fwd.

More power Scott! ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on April 15, 2009, 11:07:51 PM
Quote from: 124dude on April 15, 2009, 06:01:57 PM
car has been at carburetor motors getting tuned/dyno today and will be there tomorrow. on standard 1.8l, extractors/exhaust and side draughts she's putting 60kw atw. woo

60kw after tuning? I hope not
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 15, 2009, 11:15:35 PM
fiat waikato forum guys:

http://fiatcarclub.co.nz/forum/index.php

about time for kiwi fiat guys!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 15, 2009, 11:19:55 PM
I think the 1756cc in the 124CC was 115bhp or 118bhp, with a single downdraft Weber and std exhaust
So yours should have a few more ponies than that
But assuming 25% rwd drivetrain loss, 60 rwKw = 107 flywheel hp?

Scott - for what its worth, I think an airbox would work better than your current sock filters.  Wouldn't look as cool mind you...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 15, 2009, 11:34:58 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 15, 2009, 11:15:35 PM
fiat waikato forum guys:

http://fiatcarclub.co.nz/forum/index.php

about time for kiwi fiat guys!

Clive, Scott, Mike, Spooln... get into it!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 16, 2009, 05:10:59 PM
its increased to 65kw atw with a few tweaks here and there. and an air box prob wouldn't fit as nicely as the socks and a lot of messing around. the motor is old and tired and im not complaining, completely standard, next thing will be a 2l.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 16, 2009, 06:17:39 PM
Results are ok if its an old worn engine. I would expect more if it was fresh. Also, is the 1756 out of a 124 or something else? If its out of a something else it will have lower compression and of course make less power.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on April 16, 2009, 06:20:00 PM
Glad to hear there are plans to go to 2.0L ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 16, 2009, 06:32:34 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 16, 2009, 06:17:39 PM
Results are ok if its an old worn engine. I would expect more if it was fresh. Also, is the 1756 out of a 124 or something else? If its out of a something else it will have lower compression and of course make less power.

pretty sure its from a 124. been bored out to 1800 somewhere long back before i got my grubby hands on it

Quote from: rambo_005 on April 16, 2009, 06:20:00 PM
Glad to hear there are plans to go to 2.0L ;)

2.0L side draughts custom extractors with Lancia Volumex super charger :D

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 16, 2009, 06:34:39 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on April 16, 2009, 06:20:00 PM
Glad to hear there are plans to go to 2.0L ;)
bigger badder better
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 16, 2009, 06:39:01 PM
also failed a WOF today on a few things that really annoyed me... lowest part of the car is the exhaust which is 50mm off the ground but non structural so doesn't count, rear axle diff seals, just pouring out diff oil over discs/hubs etc but mainly on the L/H side, and when jacked up the springs don't stay in there socket things, even though bought off ebay.au and they came from a some fiat :(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 16, 2009, 07:41:19 PM
Its really common for rear lowered spring to be loose with standard shocks. Thats basically how they all are, even King springs etc. You need shorter shocks. They are a very basic shock and can be matched easily with something that will work.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 16, 2009, 09:30:09 PM
Scott can't you just wire the springs in place?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 16, 2009, 10:37:56 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on April 16, 2009, 09:30:09 PM
Scott can't you just wire the springs in place?

i'm not too sure, at this stage i am going to put original springs back in, fix the leaks, get a wof then swap everything back.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 17, 2009, 02:07:30 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on April 16, 2009, 09:30:09 PM
Scott can't you just wire the springs in place?

Not if you intend to get a WOF
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 17, 2009, 01:00:26 PM
Thanks Steve.  I thought it was legal... but maybe thats only in Sth Akl...  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 17, 2009, 01:01:32 PM
I am Unoless again!  :-[

(but she'll be back next week looking sexier than ever!)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 17, 2009, 04:05:22 PM
unoless?? panel and paint?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 17, 2009, 04:55:59 PM
suspension
bilsteins all round with some H&R springs

panel and paint is week after hopefully!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 17, 2009, 05:26:56 PM
shes gonna be one beaut of a car, excellent track car too :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 17, 2009, 05:31:43 PM
i'm just glad i bought her cheap and i can get some bits at mates rates else it'd be one expensive Uno!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 17, 2009, 06:29:11 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on April 17, 2009, 04:55:59 PM
suspension
bilsteins all round with some H&R springs

panel and paint is week after hopefully!

Bloody hell, you must of got a decent raise at that new job
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 17, 2009, 08:32:53 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 17, 2009, 06:29:11 PM
Bloody hell, you must of got a decent raise at that new job
must be selling drugs instead of cars, s**t, he gives away a free car to new car buyers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 18, 2009, 11:08:15 AM
its called a pay out from my old work, tax returns and generally doing my job selling plenty of new Fiats, Alfas and Citroens!
Plus like i said, a lot of it is mates rates
why earn it if you cant spend it!  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on April 18, 2009, 12:06:34 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on April 18, 2009, 11:08:15 AM
why earn it if you cant spend it!  ;)

hear hear! ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 18, 2009, 04:29:32 PM
one way to destroy a Delta...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txHy4bW28Xc&feature=related
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on April 19, 2009, 11:16:02 AM
Quote from: 124dude on April 18, 2009, 04:29:32 PM
one way to destroy a Delta...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=txHy4bW28Xc&feature=related


crap!
He must have turned off the launch control!

What an amazing leap!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on April 19, 2009, 11:19:26 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6AGsP3NlLcM

more angles  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on April 19, 2009, 11:21:56 AM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvLnaHf-R-Y&NR=1

sick machine!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 19, 2009, 11:26:45 AM
or turned on launch control by the amount of air he got. very sick machine the red one is.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 20, 2009, 05:37:56 PM
that would have hurt the bank balance.

hey Scott was talking to your dad on Saturday, what weekend is the Rally he is doing in May
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 20, 2009, 05:43:38 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on April 20, 2009, 05:37:56 PM
hey Scott was talking to your dad on Saturday, what weekend is the Rally he is doing in May

hey Mike.

Its the Taranaki Rally and its May 16th? Saturday from memory. Supp regs on Taranaki car club website
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 21, 2009, 08:40:01 PM
Quote from: 124dude on April 20, 2009, 05:43:38 PM
hey Mike.

Its the Taranaki Rally and its May 16th? Saturday from memory. Supp regs on Taranaki car club website
cheers, ain't planning on doing it but wouldn't mind going for a look, life is too busy but ya never know
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 21, 2009, 08:40:57 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on April 21, 2009, 08:40:01 PM
cheers, ain't planning on doing it but wouldn't mind going for a look, life is too busy but ya never know

ya never know thats right.... he and phil will be there as well has Mark McCaughn's co-driver Lindsay Lyons, he will be racing his Capri (crapheap)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 30, 2009, 02:28:26 PM
hey guys
Should be getting my Uno back on Saturday with the new suspension fitted.
Been trying to source some Poly bushes for it but would seem none are available in NZ.
nobody would happen to have any sources in SA would they?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on April 30, 2009, 02:30:26 PM
i have family there, want me to ask?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 30, 2009, 02:45:52 PM
excellent. Definitely need to upload some photos once it has received all the TLC it needed
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 30, 2009, 03:06:16 PM
could be worth it yeah, might want to get some for yours too!

Dont worry, pics will be put up asap
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on April 30, 2009, 06:47:21 PM
ok clive what do you need?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 30, 2009, 10:19:02 PM
Hey Scott how come you (and your old man) haven't joined the Fiat Club forum?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on April 30, 2009, 11:18:41 PM
front ARB bushes and front arms too
keen to find a price on some first and then maybe get some

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 01, 2009, 10:25:38 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on April 30, 2009, 10:19:02 PM
Hey Scott how come you (and your old man) haven't joined the Fiat Club forum?

i have, same user name as on here. Dad hasn't joined as he's too old and doesn't know how to work modern technology. And will take him ages to get used to, it is a confusing site, not as well structured as Vask i have to say. but still good to have it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 01, 2009, 09:03:42 PM
Quote from: 124dude on May 01, 2009, 10:25:38 AM
Dad hasn't joined as he's too old and doesn't know how to work modern technology.
HA HA, knowing your old man this is so true ..... HA HA
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 01, 2009, 09:12:53 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on May 01, 2009, 09:03:42 PM
HA HA, knowing your old man this is so true ..... HA HA

and i don't have the patience trying to teach him how to use it. but if mal can use it, i'm sure theres some hope for pops
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 04, 2009, 01:40:55 PM
New Lowered (and seriously firm) Uno:
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FIMGP0682.jpg&hash=838bfaa671fcf24dc2802e81c0c660e41142a999)

Also got the new headlights/Indicators and front bumper going on during my next day off
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 04, 2009, 01:49:45 PM
looks heaps better now! Does she handle/ride better?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 04, 2009, 01:50:01 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on May 04, 2009, 01:40:55 PM
New Lowered (and seriously firm) Uno:


Also got the new headlights/Indicators and front bumper going on during my next day off

Looks good Clive.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 04, 2009, 02:51:59 PM
handles great, once you get over hearing the mudflaps scraping
rides much firmer, to the extent that going over the harbour bridge the other night i hit possibly 5 bumps in a row and bounced out of my seat... so yeah, slightly firm now!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 04, 2009, 03:05:36 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on May 04, 2009, 02:51:59 PM
handles great, once you get over hearing the mudflaps scraping

Are you gonna leave the mudflaps on if there scraping?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 04, 2009, 03:32:57 PM
it looks cool for now.... i'll wait and see how long it takes before one pops off  ::)
unless someone else has a use for them?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 06, 2009, 05:29:13 PM
help from lancia guys, have been enlisted by father to take off the alternator and belt from our lancia front cut. Had a quick look at it this arvo, looks pretty darn hard. why do lancia make good cars but talk about little room, can't even fit a spanner in some places. So just after some hints/special knacks or something before i give it a crack. Cheers.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 06, 2009, 06:25:19 PM
Quote from: 124dude on May 06, 2009, 05:29:13 PM
help from lancia guys, have been enlisted by father to take off the alternator and belt from our lancia front cut. Had a quick look at it this arvo, looks pretty darn hard. why do lancia make good cars but talk about little room, can't even fit a spanner in some places. So just after some hints/special knacks or something before i give it a crack. Cheers.

haha there is a reason you asked you to do it. The engine bay was made for a 1600 fwd engine, not a 4wd 2l monster.

Front cutmakes it hard, go through rhs wheelarch you will have to take trim off. Goodluck :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 06, 2009, 06:37:43 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 06, 2009, 06:25:19 PM
haha there is a reason you asked you to do it. The engine bay was made for a 1600 fwd engine, not a 4wd 2l monster.

Front cutmakes it hard, go through rhs wheelarch you will have to take trim off. Goodluck :D
yeah, bugger that, just tell him to buy my Grale and pull the whole engine out, easier than removing one bit  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 06, 2009, 06:41:10 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on May 06, 2009, 06:37:43 PM
yeah, bugger that, just tell him to buy my Grale and pull the whole engine out, easier than removing one bit  :P

swap you for the 128 rally with unot motor i have built(in my dreams)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 06, 2009, 06:43:13 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 06, 2009, 06:41:10 PM
swap you for the 128 rally with unot motor i have built(in my dreams)
your dream is my dream mate
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 06, 2009, 08:09:18 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on May 06, 2009, 06:37:43 PM
yeah, bugger that, just tell him to buy my Grale and pull the whole engine out, easier than removing one bit  :P

i'll put it to him. i would like to know how the wrc team managed to do things on that car so quickly.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 07, 2009, 07:03:51 PM
Quote from: 124dude on May 06, 2009, 08:09:18 PM
i'll put it to him. i would like to know how the wrc team managed to do things on that car so quickly.
money and many hours of practice
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 08, 2009, 08:38:23 AM
many man hours. some pom came up to my on wednesday asking if my car was for sale. :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 08, 2009, 08:39:22 AM
Quote from: 124dude on May 08, 2009, 08:38:23 AM
many man hours. some pom came up to my on wednesday asking if my car was for sale. :P

not guilty.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 08, 2009, 07:09:48 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on May 08, 2009, 08:39:22 AM
not guilty.
come on, you are all related though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Bullseye on May 11, 2009, 12:45:35 PM
1973 fiat 131 5 spd no reg or wof suit club car or track twin cam 1600 cc


http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-217837040.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-217837040.htm)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 11, 2009, 05:43:46 PM
Quote from: Bullseye on May 11, 2009, 12:45:35 PM
1973 fiat 131 5 spd no reg or wof suit club car or track twin cam 1600 cc


http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-217837040.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-217837040.htm)
if that has been sitting outside the sills will be shot
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 12, 2009, 04:18:16 PM
well i have decided that the bodywork can wait on the uno, shes gone to Staceys for the seats fitting and then when back it'll get the engine played with.
Any recomendations on a good turbo upgrade?
Mike, dont suggest what normal people would call stupid upgrades!  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 13, 2009, 07:24:33 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on May 12, 2009, 04:18:16 PM

Mike, dont suggest what normal people would call stupid upgrades!  ::)

:-X :-X :-X :-X :-X

:'(

Pussy  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 15, 2009, 08:52:10 AM
Jan 2010:

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F03%2F08-fiat-500c-live_opt.jpg&hash=87813482d286c2102304135b12d8370dc66b4e8e)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 15, 2009, 09:02:01 AM
Just outta curiosity, myt car failed a wof a few weeks ago due to REAR springs not sitting in there sockets, instead of swapping the springs back to original ones, what else could be done to make them fit in? i can't adjust my shocks since they're Gabriels gas shocks and Koni's are hella expensive. Don't really want to use original springs as it sits too high in the rear and adds more body roll. The way it is now is perfectly set up. Any ideas?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 16, 2009, 06:02:03 PM
Ive just been watching the 1986 Nissan Mobil 500 and spotted a black 130TC with gold rims. Does anyone know anything about this car? Terry?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 16, 2009, 07:25:54 PM
Yep, it was for sale a 3-4 years ago.  It's been converted back to road use and has very low mileage as a result of being a rarely used circuit racer - I think it had 35,000km (possibly miles) when it was for sale last.  Didn't have the wheels at that point.

A guy we know up here in Auckland owns the white sister car

Where did you get the coverage Nik?  I'd be keen to see the 130TC's in action
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 16, 2009, 08:22:11 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on May 16, 2009, 07:25:54 PM
Yep, it was for sale a 3-4 years ago.  It's been converted back to road use and has very low mileage as a result of being a rarely used circuit racer - I think it had 35,000km (possibly miles) when it was for sale last.  Didn't have the wheels at that point.

A guy we know up here in Auckland owns the white sister car

Where did you get the coverage Nik?  I'd be keen to see the 130TC's in action

x2 Nik. Keen to see old nissan mobil races.
Pretty sure those rims you have came from this car Bigbumper. The white one still has his. Although a few sets about no doubt.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 16, 2009, 08:31:02 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 16, 2009, 08:22:11 PM
x2 Nik. Keen to see old nissan mobil races.
Pretty sure those rims you have came from this car Bigbumper. The white one still has his. Although a few sets about no doubt.

You could be right... I know the Gippos picked up a whole lot of parts about 10yrs ago - my wheels, slicks & intermediate tyres, big brakes, fibreglass bonnet - from a guy who had some connection to the NM500 racing 130s.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 16, 2009, 08:37:49 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on May 16, 2009, 08:31:02 PM
You could be right... I know the Gippos picked up a whole lot of parts about 10yrs ago - my wheels, slicks & intermediate tyres, big brakes, fibreglass bonnet - from a guy who had some connection to the NM500 racing 130s.

big brakes? i wonder what they used back then? I know contis here in welly used to have bits from them upstairs but long gone now. Would be cool to get some of the old bits. Although prob outdated now anyway.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 17, 2009, 09:38:09 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on May 16, 2009, 07:25:54 PM
Yep, it was for sale a 3-4 years ago.  It's been converted back to road use and has very low mileage as a result of being a rarely used circuit racer - I think it had 35,000km (possibly miles) when it was for sale last.  Didn't have the wheels at that point.

A guy we know up here in Auckland owns the white sister car

Where did you get the coverage Nik?  I'd be keen to see the 130TC's in action

Coverage was a video that was loaned to a mate of mine, I think it might have been taped off the TV back in the day?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 17, 2009, 09:52:57 AM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on May 17, 2009, 09:38:09 AM
Coverage was a video that was loaned to a mate of mine, I think it might have been taped off the TV back in the day?


The 130 can be seen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiT9JMEluqg at 5.17

Coverage is crap on that clip though. Out of interest, there were 2 Nissan Mobil 500's in 1987, one at the beginning of the year and one in October.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 17, 2009, 05:25:03 PM
While was down in New Plymouth for the rally, was staying with fellow fiat nut, Warwick Gilchrist and showed us a few gems around. First was his Fiat 128 race car project that isn't a 128 anymore. Will be powered by Yamaha R1 with a total weight around 500kg. two people can lift the entire car in its current state without motor, although motor and box is only 62kg. Serious build that is, very quick once done. also saw Robert Kyle's x2 130 sedans tucked away in a container. very cool, one of them has minimal rust with heaps of spares. Also Phil was very generous to me and gave me a genuine factory 124 sump guard as well as a slightly warmer Cam shaft for my beast.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 21, 2009, 07:09:55 PM
finished putting cam into car today. goes much better with all the mods done to it. the old 1800 no revs and pulls to 7000rpm. Bit better than the standard 55-6000. Also while cam covers were off, painted them the same yellow as cambelt cover. So got a nice flow of yellow.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 21, 2009, 10:07:27 PM
Quote from: 124dude on May 17, 2009, 05:25:03 PM
While was down in New Plymouth for the rally, was staying with fellow fiat nut, Warwick Gilchrist and showed us a few gems around. First was his Fiat 128 race car project that isn't a 128 anymore. Will be powered by Yamaha R1 with a total weight around 500kg. two people can lift the entire car in its current state without motor, although motor and box is only 62kg. Serious build that is, very quick once done. also saw Robert Kyle's x2 130 sedans tucked away in a container. very cool, one of them has minimal rust with heaps of spares. Also Phil was very generous to me and gave me a genuine factory 124 sump guard as well as a slightly warmer Cam shaft for my beast.

I think I saw a webpage about that 128, it was bare-metalled if I remember correctly?

Pics of cam covers?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 21, 2009, 10:17:41 PM
Quote from: 124dude on May 17, 2009, 05:25:03 PM
While was down in New Plymouth for the rally, was staying with fellow fiat nut, Warwick Gilchrist and showed us a few gems around. First was his Fiat 128 race car project that isn't a 128 anymore. Will be powered by Yamaha R1 with a total weight around 500kg. two people can lift the entire car in its current state without motor, although motor and box is only 62kg. Serious build that is, very quick once done. also saw Robert Kyle's x2 130 sedans tucked away in a container. very cool, one of them has minimal rust with heaps of spares. Also Phil was very generous to me and gave me a genuine factory 124 sump guard as well as a slightly warmer Cam shaft for my beast.

Sounds good Scott. They are 130 coupes though ;)

Phil is a good man, how did he find racing the grale?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 22, 2009, 07:40:54 AM
Quote from: ritmo on May 21, 2009, 10:17:41 PM
Sounds good Scott. They are 130 coupes though ;)
Phil is a good man, how did he find racing the grale?

ah right yes sorry coupes, duh. Phil enjoyed the grale. Took a few stages for both dad and phil to understand the car a bit but once they did they enjoyed it. and yes brett its on a site somewhere and was bare metal, now its an orange colour. Will post pics up later tonight
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 22, 2009, 05:02:43 PM
Here are some pics of the new cam paint job and new/old factory sump guard.

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 22, 2009, 07:15:23 PM
Is the sumpguard bamboo Scott ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 22, 2009, 07:17:01 PM
Ah pure italian goodness.....

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1044914.htm

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 22, 2009, 07:22:24 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 22, 2009, 07:15:23 PM
Is the sumpguard bamboo Scott ;D

ask mr sutton. donated it to me, genuine factory sump guard. Think fiat were going for the bamboo look though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 22, 2009, 07:23:14 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 22, 2009, 07:17:01 PM
Ah pure italian goodness.....

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1044914.htm



what a stonking car. dreams are free
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 22, 2009, 07:52:57 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 22, 2009, 07:17:01 PM
Ah pure italian goodness.....

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1044914.htm


No Terry I don't have 60k sitting around and don't think I could sell the missus and kids to pay for it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 22, 2009, 11:39:05 PM
http://www.wrc-sales.co.uk/popup.php?id=4642

Awesome car.... but GBP20k?  Thats an awful lot...  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 23, 2009, 10:53:54 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on May 22, 2009, 11:39:05 PM
http://www.wrc-sales.co.uk/popup.php?id=4642

Awesome car.... but GBP20k?  Thats an awful lot...  :o

I would pay that if i had the spare coin. Very rare final edition in the best colour. Ditch the wheel centre caps though.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 23, 2009, 11:04:04 AM
YEOUCH!
Schoolboy dreams come true, altho it has to be yellow really!

(got my seats in the uno and it is actually a comfy ride compared to before!)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 23, 2009, 11:17:54 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on May 23, 2009, 11:04:04 AM
YEOUCH!
Schoolboy dreams come true, altho it has to be yellow really!

(got my seats in the uno and it is actually a comfy ride compared to before!)

Nice, momo seats Clive?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 23, 2009, 06:56:43 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 22, 2009, 07:17:01 PM
Ah pure italian goodness.....

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1044914.htm

Nice, there seems to be a number of late model Evo's in Japan.



Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 23, 2009, 06:58:38 PM
Hey Fiat Chaps, does this Punto GT Turbo have the same engine as the Coupe Turbo?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/Punto/auction-207007589.htm


Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 23, 2009, 07:10:42 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on May 23, 2009, 06:58:38 PM
Hey Fiat Chaps, does this Punto GT Turbo have the same engine as the Coupe Turbo?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/Punto/auction-207007589.htm




Nope Nik, has 1.4 turbo sohc, basically evolution of uno turbo. He's asking a good price ;)


Yeah the final edition evo grales were made specially for the japanese market
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 23, 2009, 07:52:32 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 23, 2009, 07:10:42 PM
Nope Nik, has 1.4 turbo sohc, basically evolution of uno turbo. He's asking a good price ;)


Yeah the final edition evo grales were made specially for the japanese market

Why did they do that for the Japanese market? Are they that nuts on them?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 23, 2009, 08:07:31 PM
Yip they sure were Nik.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 24, 2009, 10:13:04 AM
What i would do for a Grale (that works Mike!)

just have to make do with my baby Grale for now i guess!
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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 24, 2009, 05:32:42 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 23, 2009, 07:10:42 PM
Nope Nik, has 1.4 turbo sohc, basically evolution of uno turbo. He's asking a good price ;)

This one is much more realistically priced: http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-219873598.htm
Although the vendor is still asking more than he paid for it...

Clive: seats look good.  I imagine you've got a bit more headroom now!  ;)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on May 26, 2009, 03:25:40 PM
A sweet looking baby Grale, going at a sweet price at the mo.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Other/auction-220704509.htm

I believe there is a Integrale Evo for sale in the country at the moment - one of only two in NZ he reckons. Owner is a member on FastFrogs and is down in Wellington.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 26, 2009, 04:11:41 PM
Quote from: phil on May 26, 2009, 03:25:40 PM
A sweet looking baby Grale, going at a sweet price at the mo.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Other/auction-220704509.htm

I believe there is a Integrale Evo for sale in the country at the moment - one of only two in NZ he reckons. Owner is a member on FastFrogs and is down in Wellington.

Didnt Al (RS2) own one? Ive seen a bright red one that was converted to RHD about 4 years ago at Taupo race track. There could be more than 2?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on May 26, 2009, 04:19:45 PM
Yeah, but I don't think this is Al's - same colour though.....perhaps ??
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 26, 2009, 04:21:51 PM
Quote from: phil on May 26, 2009, 04:19:45 PM
Yeah, but I don't think this is Al's - same colour though.....perhaps ??

Al's was a burgundy colour wasnt it?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 26, 2009, 04:27:52 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on May 26, 2009, 04:21:51 PM
Al's was a burgundy colour wasnt it?


The said car:

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Im guessing its Al's old car?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on May 26, 2009, 04:37:17 PM
~drools~

guy in rotorua here is restoring HF delta atm. Spending heaps on it, new roof, rust cut out etc. be cool once done but not worth much unfortunately
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 26, 2009, 05:10:14 PM
wowsers!!!!!  :o
shame it isnt the Evo though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on May 26, 2009, 05:16:26 PM
It is I think, just not the Evo 2.

Evos have the airvents in the guards behind the front wheels I think which this has.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 26, 2009, 08:01:52 PM
There's definitely more than 2 Integrale Evo's in NZ... there's Al's old burgundy one, at least 2 red ones (probably more) and I'm pretty sure there's a yellow (Giallo Fly 8) ) and a black (or possibly very dark blue) one too

I think Al's is a "Dealers Collection" special edition, and it's possibly one of two of those in the country (only 180 made worldwide)

That red Delta on TM is an HF turbo, so it's only fwd.  Evil Grale and I knew the guy who owned it about 10-12 years ago (Mike - remember "Mr X"? ;) )... he used to absolutely drive the wheels off it following Rally NZ
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 26, 2009, 09:08:47 PM
Nice, that maroon one is in wellington, and i have seen it for sale so prob the same one Phil.

Speaking of rally nz....i have seen a clip of a mate in his hot x1/9 chasing a works grale. Lets say he would've lost his license easily. :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: signalh on May 27, 2009, 08:19:19 AM
Would that red delta hf turbo be a good'un?  Sounds like it has had a crap load of work done and money spent? 

Did it need the work in the first place i.e rusted out, buggered motor, or did the guy just want to restore it and improve the overall quality of the car?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 27, 2009, 03:40:15 PM
Quote from: signalh on May 27, 2009, 08:19:19 AM
Would that red delta hf turbo be a good'un?  Sounds like it has had a s**t load of work done and money spent? 

Did it need the work in the first place i.e rusted out, buggered motor, or did the guy just want to restore it and improve the overall quality of the car?

Haven't seen the car since 1998.... although anything could've happened since then, it seemed like a good one at the time  :-\  Certainly be well worth a look at it's current price! ($1k)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 27, 2009, 08:23:04 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on May 26, 2009, 08:01:52 PM
There's definitely more than 2 Integrale Evo's in NZ... there's Al's old burgundy one, at least 2 red ones (probably more) and I'm pretty sure there's a yellow (Giallo Fly 8) ) and a black (or possibly very dark blue) one too

I think Al's is a "Dealers Collection" special edition, and it's possibly one of two of those in the country (only 180 made worldwide)

That red Delta on TM is an HF turbo, so it's only fwd.  Evil Grale and I knew the guy who owned it about 10-12 years ago (Mike - remember "Mr X"? ;) )... he used to absolutely drive the wheels off it following Rally NZ
Didn't realise that was his old one, he had a white one for a spell as well eh or was that one of his mates
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 27, 2009, 09:06:47 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on May 27, 2009, 08:23:04 PM
Didn't realise that was his old one, he had a white one for a spell as well eh or was that one of his mates

Yep, definitely his old car - I checked on some of my old Rally NZ photos last night

I don't remember anyone with a white one (except me - are you sure it's not my HF you're thinking of...?!) :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 31, 2009, 06:42:02 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on May 27, 2009, 09:06:47 PM
Yep, definitely his old car - I checked on some of my old Rally NZ photos last night

I don't remember anyone with a white one (except me - are you sure it's not my HF you're thinking of...?!) :D
Nah, I remember your one and do remember his one now ... his dreadlocked mate hanging out the hatch between stages is a memory best forgotten though  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 01, 2009, 03:14:58 PM
spent weekend with the lyons for the Capri car club AGM weekend down in taupo, track day on saturday. Heaps of fun rounding up standard v6 capri's :D. also lindsays wife was driving his v6 capri race car, passed her on the inside of turn 5. afternoon weather turned to custard, had dads old dunlop targa tyres on so didn't phase me. Lindsay was behind me on last run, didn't want to use his power to pass me, couldn't keep up through corners, eventually understeered off on corners after back straight, outdone by me spinning on turn 1 :D fiat went brilliant!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 03, 2009, 02:14:03 PM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=222203022

that spotted lancia evo is on Tard me. 28K seems a bit much especially with this whole "global economy downfall" in circulation. At the end of the day its only worth what someone is willing to pay, but stonking car for the money
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on June 03, 2009, 02:25:15 PM
Didnt it sell for a lot more than that last time around. Could be a good economic benchmark?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 03, 2009, 02:47:30 PM
sold by rs2 on here for 31 or 32k i seem to recall. And rs2 brought it for 28k. Abit of money been spent on it since this new chap has owned it though. Start is 28k so reserve could be anywhere. Have seen it on pistonheads for 15k pounds i think it was, but a while ago.

Would think worth....20k tops :o If the last 16v grale sold for 10k or so is an evo worth double in NZ?

Colour so so also ;D

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on June 03, 2009, 06:20:50 PM
Damn nice car !!

I never liked the look of the seats in this one though...didn't seem sporty enough to suit the car. Some pictures I've seen of examples with the highback recaros looked awesome !!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 03, 2009, 07:11:23 PM
And that front profile pic is awesome.

If he took that pic in a lower light setting say sunset that car would look even better.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 03, 2009, 07:20:21 PM
Quote from: ritmo on June 03, 2009, 02:47:30 PM
Would think worth....20k tops :o If the last 16v grale sold for 10k or so is an evo worth double in NZ?

20k seems reasonable. not a lot more though. But very evil looking cars they are. Unfortunately it doesn't have all the 16v bits and bobs. Got the bonnet bulge, flared guards but its still missing the roof spoiler. They don't look right without them, something small but the spoiler defines the cars IMO
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 03, 2009, 07:24:25 PM
The spoiler is actually from the evo scott. Any on 16v grales would've come from a evo. This one actually does have it, it is just in the down position ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 03, 2009, 10:29:04 PM
ah so it is. needs to be up :P. i thought they were on the wrc cars which were out before the evos? the 8v wrc didnt have them but the 16v def did and first 16v wrc was late 80s (as our car was transformed from 8V to 16v by lancia in 1989 to prepare for new season with 16v)?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 03, 2009, 10:35:43 PM
You right about the wrc cars Scott. I meant the road versions. ;D

Anyway i really like the spoiler, has to be up and has to have martini on it. 8)

so your grale is 8v? haha i know it's 16v with cool history being lancia testbed car.

Had a look at mike(evlgrale)'s 16v on saturday. Very cool and i even got the ok from the boss to add one to the garage when time money and space allows. (she knows they are never likely to all line up) :angel:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 03, 2009, 10:51:22 PM
the story with ours is as follows:

Lancia itself made it from the get go as an 8v rally car which they then sold onto the Lancia WRC team. Lancia bought 7 of these models. They used them as recce cars and parts cars for the works drivers/cars. At the beginning of the 1989 season, lancia wrc converted the 7 8vs they got from the factory into 16vs as they were bringing in the 16v for the 1990 season i believe (not too sure when 16v first appeared). They continued using them as recce/parts cars for the works team until the 1000 Lakes Rally of Finland in 1989. When upon completing the even they sold off the 7 recce cars to individual buyers. Our car initially went to a privateer team in germany where it stayed for many of years. It then was sold onto a guy in the UK where it either sold onto "X" amount of people then dropped into our hands in 04.

We wouldn't have found that info out if the valves didn't bend and didn't decide to repair gear box. So in a way, the car breaking was a good thing.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on June 04, 2009, 09:13:29 AM
Quote from: ritmo on June 03, 2009, 10:35:43 PM

Had a look at mike(evlgrale)'s 16v on saturday. Very cool and i even got the ok from the boss to add one to the garage when time money and space allows. (she knows they are never likely to all line up) :angel:

not just a look eh Terry !!! Fixed my electrical issue that has had me stumped for a few months. Thanks for that. getting that front exhaust section done today
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 04, 2009, 09:21:38 AM
sounds like your grale is slowly but surely coming along.... debut at fiat club track day in september maybe?? :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on June 04, 2009, 06:57:02 PM
if I set a debut date it will just be another let down. lets just say that it will run one day
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 04, 2009, 07:07:01 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on June 04, 2009, 06:57:02 PM
if I set a debut date it will just be another let down. lets just say that it will run one day

We'll have it there in Sept. ;D

One good wiring weekend and we'll be good to go.

I want the tipot there so grale has to be there. :police:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on June 04, 2009, 07:12:29 PM
you have fixed the wiring already. and you have a job ahead of you with T-pot
getting brakes component tomorrow and gonna drop the car to an exhaust person.

any one know a good one on the shore ? Would take it to Dean at Mr Muffler but a non running car doesn't suit his workshop
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 04, 2009, 08:01:31 PM
tipot and grale both at track day in sept. awesome. got a challenge now :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 04, 2009, 08:40:24 PM
Quote from: 124dude on June 04, 2009, 08:01:31 PM
tipot and grale both at track day in sept. awesome. got a challenge now :P

i agree Scott ;D

We'll sort out weekend Mike
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on June 05, 2009, 09:42:54 AM
Quote from: ritmo on June 04, 2009, 08:40:24 PM
i agree Scott ;D

We'll sort out weekend Mike
you have the enthusiasm of a guy with no kids  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on June 05, 2009, 10:30:07 AM
Track day September???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 05, 2009, 10:32:03 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on June 05, 2009, 10:30:07 AM
Track day September???

according to FCW forum it is, and it usually is around then anyway for teng tools series. Hopefully campbell gets my hint that i left on FCW track day thread on FCW forum
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on June 05, 2009, 10:37:46 AM
sweet!
i'm in!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on June 09, 2009, 04:29:34 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on May 26, 2009, 08:01:52 PM
There's definitely more than 2 Integrale Evo's in NZ... there's Al's old burgundy one, at least 2 red ones (probably more) and I'm pretty sure there's a yellow (Giallo Fly 8) ) and a black (or possibly very dark blue) one too

I think Al's is a "Dealers Collection" special edition, and it's possibly one of two of those in the country (only 180 made worldwide)

Really? That would make it an Evo 2 wouldn't it? But I don't think it is  ???

There were a few NZ new Evo's sold so definitely more than 2 around.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 09, 2009, 10:01:32 AM
You're right Steve, according to the response to the TM Q&A it's not a Dealer Collection - which means the earlier suggestion that it's one of two in NZ is wrong - as you say there are a few Evo's in NZ
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Trofeo on June 09, 2009, 02:30:00 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on June 09, 2009, 04:29:34 AM
Really? That would make it an Evo 2 wouldn't it? But I don't think it is  ???

There were a few NZ new Evo's sold so definitely more than 2 around.
It is definately an Evo 1. Easiest way to spot an Evo 2 is that they have body coloured rain strip above the windows (rather than black in this case) and 16" wheels. Shame about the colour of this one, otherwise i'd be keen...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on June 09, 2009, 03:22:33 PM
I quite like the colour! Better than red

Evo2 have the Recaro SR2 seats also. I think these differences are optional though?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on June 09, 2009, 03:25:25 PM
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;D :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Trofeo on June 09, 2009, 03:27:32 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on June 09, 2009, 03:25:25 PM
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;D :D
very very true! but hey i used to have a 16V so i have an excuse.. maybe  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Trofeo on June 17, 2009, 08:49:52 PM
this seems rather unique.. pricey though!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-223356435.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-223356435.htm)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on June 17, 2009, 09:06:39 PM
Thats awesome
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on June 17, 2009, 09:08:10 PM
I like it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 18, 2009, 07:36:37 AM
yeah looks brilliant don't it. but the price tag is a bit high, yes its prob worth that but in nz? surely in europe maybe. Plus you can buy a normal spider and fit a volumex motor like phil did and you'll still would have come out cheaper. (hopefully) :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 20, 2009, 12:37:05 PM
http://images.google.co.nz/imgres?imgurl=http://maranellohouse.com/myPictures/evo%2520engine%2520bay.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.maranellohouse.com/evo.html&usg=__GNJC2atAgG5zMuBdRzVyWuCrS04=&h=615&w=820&sz=115&hl=en&start=17&um=1&tbnid=CDuROU-ccnml5M:&tbnh=108&tbnw=144&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dengine%2Bbay%2Blancia%2Bdelta%2Bwrc%26hl%3Den%26sa%3DG%26um%3D1

if anyone is interested in reading up on a lancia delta semi build up project by someone in Ireland.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on June 21, 2009, 11:02:43 AM
that is phenominal!
After all that the small print at the bottome says he sold it
Is the guys nuts!  :'(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 23, 2009, 04:23:49 PM
he's done an awesome job and i don't know they guy but gutted he sold it! but there a hell of a lot more common in the UK than here
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on June 23, 2009, 04:56:34 PM
I think its a bit ricey tbh. All that stuck on crap just to drive around the streets.  ::)

Looked great when he got it!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on June 23, 2009, 05:08:39 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on June 23, 2009, 04:56:34 PM
I think its a bit ricey tbh. All that stuck on s**t just to drive around the streets.  ::)

Looked great when he got it!

I agree. I think he cocked it up.
Did he get a race suit to drive around in as well . . .
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on June 23, 2009, 05:29:40 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffiatcoupe.maranellohouse.com%2FmyPictures%2Fevo%2520m%2520cw%25202nd%2520prise.JPG&hash=34fb6b36720476fb4977bdcba6a4e445be655316)

Oh look, another VW club with Italian orphans :laugh: >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 23, 2009, 06:39:46 PM
lol thought you'd be the one to notice that one there cam. i would have liked to see him rip out the interior and make it a proper replica rally car.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 23, 2009, 07:15:40 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on June 23, 2009, 04:56:34 PM
I think its a bit ricey tbh. All that stuck on s**t just to drive around the streets.  ::)

Looked great when he got it!

I agree... was a bit of a tarts handbag by the time he finished with it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on June 24, 2009, 11:07:45 AM
typical of the UK car market unfortunately!

as a replica though, which is what he aimed to do, he did a good job!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on June 28, 2009, 10:54:44 AM
hey all fiat and vag people who read this thread...  my car doesn't seem to be starting that nicely as of late. it takes ages to crank over, tends to flood itself and is a dog (spesh in the cold) and backfires like a machine gun going off. it seems like its getting a lot of raw fuel hence the flooding and backfiring and once it burns it all off and backfires it out, it runs sweet as. My guess is that since we have changed the inlet cam (PBS 2 cam), the carbs are putting way too much fuel in and not enough air and making it run rich. anyone got any other ides to why its doing this?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 01, 2009, 11:58:41 AM
sat in the showroom.....

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FResize_P1133_01-07-09090701115305.jpg&hash=6d8325029155b00ad065bf20531f9f3d661e78eb)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 01, 2009, 12:10:26 PM
Quote from: 124dude on June 28, 2009, 10:54:44 AM
hey all fiat and vag people who read this thread...  my car doesn't seem to be starting that nicely as of late. it takes ages to crank over, tends to flood itself and is a dog (spesh in the cold) and backfires like a machine gun going off. it seems like its getting a lot of raw fuel hence the flooding and backfiring and once it burns it all off and backfires it out, it runs sweet as. My guess is that since we have changed the inlet cam (PBS 2 cam), the carbs are putting way too much fuel in and not enough air and making it run rich. anyone got any other ides to why its doing this?

so you changed cam but not carb set-up? Easy fix ;D Talk to a carb man and look at idle screws would be my advice and get rejetted if he suggests.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 01, 2009, 12:10:54 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on July 01, 2009, 11:58:41 AM
sat in the showroom.....

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FResize_P1133_01-07-09090701115305.jpg&hash=6d8325029155b00ad065bf20531f9f3d661e78eb)

nice proper abarth punto?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 01, 2009, 12:22:55 PM
Diesel wheels!

Red mirrors  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 01, 2009, 12:35:37 PM
"Special edition wheels"
Abarth "kit"

1.4T-Jet engine.... just like the Abarth
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 01, 2009, 04:09:18 PM
They look like diesel wheels and red mirrors to me!  :D

Hopefully they go better than the 120 T jet!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 01, 2009, 04:23:22 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on July 01, 2009, 04:09:18 PM
They look like diesel wheels and red mirrors to me!  :D

Hopefully they go better than the 120 T jet!



C'mon Steve: "abarth kit" haha sorry Clive, but after all the pics i have seen it looks under-whelming in the flesh.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 01, 2009, 04:45:39 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 01, 2009, 12:10:26 PM
so you changed cam but not carb set-up? Easy fix ;D Talk to a carb man and look at idle screws would be my advice and get rejetted if he suggests.

nah put carbs on, got it dyno'd etc etc.... then mr sutton gave me a pbs2 cam which i put in very quickly. it ran sweet as, perfect at track day and the past few weeks just been playing up.... had a very weak spark so phil sent up a electronic dizzy which is now installed with dads spare abarth coil pack and its made a difference. will end up hooking chokes back up.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 01, 2009, 05:19:23 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 01, 2009, 04:23:22 PM
C'mon Steve: "abarth kit" haha sorry Clive, but after all the pics i have seen it looks under-whelming in the flesh.

it is something just as a promo car
we havent got the real deal yet (and who knows if we will) however we get so many people asking about Abarth that i thought bugger it, i've got the only white GP in NZ so i'm going to replicate it and draw a few people in.
why not!
only thing it is really missing is the black arches and the black rear spoiler, otherwise it is the same (oh and wheels)
has the new facelift interior too so could be said it is totally different and deserves dressing up a little
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 01, 2009, 05:23:07 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on July 01, 2009, 05:19:23 PM
it is something just as a promo car
we havent got the real deal yet (and who knows if we will) however we get so many people asking about Abarth that i thought bugger it, i've got the only white GP in NZ so i'm going to replicate it and draw a few people in.
why not!
only thing it is really missing is the black arches and the black rear spoiler, otherwise it is the same (oh and wheels)
has the new facelift interior too so could be said it is totally different and deserves dressing up a little


Not knocking Clive, just wasn't sure if this was the final punto abarth. Happy to hear it isn't ;D
Good on you for doing something with it and if it means more fiats get sold then i am for it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 01, 2009, 05:24:12 PM
FYI, keep your eyes pealed for future NZ Classic Car magazine as you might see a familiar car with local capri as well :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 02, 2009, 10:09:07 AM
Quote from: 124dude on July 01, 2009, 05:24:12 PM
FYI, keep your eyes pealed for future NZ Classic Car magazine as you might see a familiar car with local capri as well :P

Saw the Lyons' Capris in there... is your 124 in there too Scott?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 03, 2009, 07:44:19 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 02, 2009, 10:09:07 AM
Saw the Lyons' Capris in there... is your 124 in there too Scott?

the lyons had a cameo appearance. Had photo shoot on my car and Paul Lyons (lindsays son) capri yesterday. Keep your eyes pealed for 5 page spread each on both cars :D :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 03, 2009, 03:21:37 PM
Just in case anyone is interested, MiTo is now in the showroom  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: veedubman on July 03, 2009, 03:28:07 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on July 03, 2009, 03:21:37 PM
Just in case anyone is interested, MiTo is now in the showroom  >:D

saw one being raped around the other day..
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 03, 2009, 03:51:08 PM
Do they looks any good or just weird?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 03, 2009, 04:43:18 PM
Quote from: rante on July 03, 2009, 03:28:07 PM
saw one being raped around the other day..

where?

Quote from: Scuderia on July 03, 2009, 03:51:08 PM
Do they looks any good or just weird?

yeah they look surprisingly god in the flesh.
I'll have my demo hopefully on monday  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 06, 2009, 06:11:32 PM
Man these have soared in price. Are CD30s really worth this much

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=227547792
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 06, 2009, 06:53:11 PM
Quote from: spooln on July 06, 2009, 06:11:32 PM
Man these have soared in price. Are CD30s really worth this much

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=227547792

No!  Surely not worth that much... and I shudder to think how much Mal now thinks his CD68s are worth!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 06, 2009, 07:38:16 PM
I think they are worth that much these days. Id never pay that though

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 06, 2009, 09:36:09 PM
i just like the fact that are actually magnesium mags :P unbelievably light weight.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on July 06, 2009, 09:45:41 PM
too expensive for the fire
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 06, 2009, 10:01:46 PM
I seem to recall the last set sold for 1500 or so on trademe. Proper abarth wheels is a selling point over remakes i guess. Still would look great on a 600. Too small for spider i reckon.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on July 07, 2009, 07:11:10 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 06, 2009, 10:01:46 PM
I seem to recall the last set sold for 1500 or so on trademe. Proper abarth wheels is a selling point over remakes i guess. Still would look great on a 600. Too small for spider i reckon.
is that your way of saying a 600 project is next on the list Terry  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 07, 2009, 07:51:41 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on July 07, 2009, 07:11:10 PM
is that your way of saying a 600 project is next on the list Terry  ;)

haha i wished. Plan is finish tipo and abarth then look at grale or 131 abarth route. So that's the next ten years covered. ;D

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on July 08, 2009, 11:17:28 AM
Quote from: ritmo on July 07, 2009, 07:51:41 PM
haha i wished. Plan is finish tipo and abarth then look at grale or 131 abarth route. So that's the next ten years covered. ;D



what about my blue 130tc Terry?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 08, 2009, 12:03:57 PM
That i will store for a rainy day ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on July 08, 2009, 12:32:19 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 08, 2009, 12:03:57 PM
That i will store for a rainy day ;)

Is there such a place for a Fiat in the rain (sorry had to Terry) ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 08, 2009, 12:40:00 PM
 ::)

MiTo is here!
fookin' wicked car!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 08, 2009, 12:46:51 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on July 08, 2009, 12:32:19 PM
Is there such a place for a Fiat in the rain (sorry had to Terry) ;)

Cheeky, but in good taste ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 08, 2009, 03:59:36 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on July 08, 2009, 12:32:19 PM
Is there such a place for a Fiat in the rain (sorry had to Terry) ;)


very good ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on July 11, 2009, 01:20:04 PM
This mint 131R is pretty cool:

http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=270423308367
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 11, 2009, 02:25:54 PM
Oh yeah Drew that is cool!  Interesting that he's not advertising it locally... maybe he thinks he'll get more for it in Oz?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 11, 2009, 04:29:36 PM
Nice. Lots of work done. Must say the blue plastic is a bit of an aquired taste. These look great in orange
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 11, 2009, 06:36:54 PM
They came in some unusual colour schemes but I quite like the silver & blue.  Especially with that great 70's brown velour upholstery.

Somebody local had better buy this car - would be a shame to see it go to Oz!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on July 13, 2009, 08:32:21 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 11, 2009, 06:36:54 PM
Somebody local had better buy this car - would be a shame to see it go to Oz!
yeah, imagine if Ray got his hands on it ..... another 131R to die in his hands
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 13, 2009, 08:38:43 PM
If I had 22 grand floating about I would buy this

http://www.drive.com.au/used-cars/LANCIA/THEMA+832/Sydney/detail.aspx?id=3714146&lid=3714146&pg=1&pp=0&d=0&nv=1&SG=-954237707&pt=1

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on July 13, 2009, 08:48:25 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on July 13, 2009, 08:38:43 PM
If I had 22 grand floating about I would buy this

http://www.drive.com.au/used-cars/LANCIA/THEMA+832/Sydney/detail.aspx?id=3714146&lid=3714146&pg=1&pp=0&d=0&nv=1&SG=-954237707&pt=1



ask him what he is using as a tow car for the Grale when he sell that
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 20, 2009, 10:37:42 PM
Man oh man oh man..... I saw that burgundy 'Grale Evo driving thru suburbia yesterday afternoon and boy did it look staunch  8)  I want one........

Does anyone know if it sold?  Not that I'm going to buy it, but I thought it lived in Welly so maybe there's a new owner (who lives in Auckland?)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on July 20, 2009, 10:51:07 PM
yeah it sold
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 20, 2009, 10:57:44 PM
Anyone know who to? (so I can stalk their garage and covet their prized possession from afar)  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 21, 2009, 12:55:19 AM
Was it the same one?

It didn't sell via trademe.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 21, 2009, 06:24:26 AM
Unless there's 2 burgundy Integrale Evo's with similar plates in NZ....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 21, 2009, 12:06:26 PM
It didn't via auction but i understand interested parties brought after....now then ladds,  what does one get after an evo?....no not a rs2 >:D A 124 bc, surely the best looking 124 coupe ;D

Does this mean your dad was inetersted drew? ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 21, 2009, 01:23:30 PM
Tipo Integrale, way better  ;D

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 21, 2009, 04:49:42 PM
Great car, but its clocking up more owners than miles!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on July 21, 2009, 05:15:44 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 21, 2009, 12:06:26 PM
It didn't via auction but i understand interested parties brought after....now then ladds,  what does one get after an evo?....no not a rs2 >:D A 124 bc, surely the best looking 124 coupe ;D

Does this mean your dad was inetersted drew? ;)

Dad and I went for a drive (before it went on TM). He was really interested but couldn't be justified in the end. Think what else $35k could used for..
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: WRURQ on July 21, 2009, 09:04:28 PM
Yes my old Evo sold for $36,000, i should have kept it as i only paid $28,000 and sold for $31,000.

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 21, 2009, 09:39:03 PM
Quote from: db_222 on July 21, 2009, 05:15:44 PM
Dad and I went for a drive (before it went on TM). He was really interested but couldn't be justified in the end. Think what else $35k could used for..

I dunno Drew, I'm struggling to think of a better way to spend $35k....  ;D  Plus, you look after it and next year it'll be worth $40k!

Terry - I think you're on the right track with the 124.  You couldn't replace the Evo with anything similar - nothing else would live up to the Evo - so you'd have to go completely different.  Perhaps a Dino Coupe or a 308GT4?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on July 22, 2009, 08:02:27 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 21, 2009, 09:39:03 PM
  You couldn't replace the Evo with anything similar - nothing else would live up to the Evo - so you'd have to go completely different.  Perhaps a Dino Coupe or a 308GT4?
I love the way you think Cartman  8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 22, 2009, 08:13:34 PM
Mike: ventivavole ;D

308gt4, so ugly it's cool. Ok so not mk3 golf ugly but ferrari's first road v8 wins everytime.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on July 22, 2009, 10:15:40 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 22, 2009, 08:13:34 PM
Mike: ventivavole ;D

308gt4, so ugly it's cool. Ok so not mk3 golf ugly but ferrari's first road v8 wins everytime.

The cheek of it . . . ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 22, 2009, 10:43:12 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on July 22, 2009, 10:15:40 PM
The cheek of it . . . ;)


just trying to fit it ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 23, 2009, 01:14:21 AM
Good call Ritmo.  Though realistically, what else IS mk3 Golf ugly....?  I don't just mean cosmetically, but intrinsically as well - it's Mk2 Golf's fat retarded brother  :D  Thank goodness for brother Mk5 the quarterback  ;)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 23, 2009, 04:01:12 PM
just a bit of a fill in, the old man is going down to Taranaki this weekend to pick up yet another car (although he is going halves with a mate). They getting Robert Kyle's old 130 coupe. Bulky looking things. i've only seen it once cramped in a container and didn't think much of it, but will hold judgement for when i see it in the flesh.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: HaNs on July 23, 2009, 05:57:44 PM
Anyone got a mk2 uno turbo head they could spare? Of know of one?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 23, 2009, 06:08:19 PM
Quote from: HaNs on July 23, 2009, 05:57:44 PM
Anyone got a mk2 uno turbo head they could spare? Of know of one?

You could try Tyz on the forum (but I think he wants to sell the rest of the car with his)  ;) :D
There were only 15 R89 turbos brought into NZ, so finding a 2nd hand head is going to be a little difficult - you might have to wait a while, or try Europe

what do you need a Mk2 UnoT head for?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 23, 2009, 06:11:26 PM
Quote from: 124dude on July 23, 2009, 04:01:12 PM
just a bit of a fill in, the old man is going down to Taranaki this weekend to pick up yet another car (although he is going halves with a mate). They getting Robert Kyle's old 130 coupe. Bulky looking things. i've only seen it once cramped in a container and didn't think much of it, but will hold judgement for when i see it in the flesh.

130 coupes are a great 70's Pininfarina design, I really like them.  My only criticism is the wheels don't fill the arches - nothing a set of wide deep dish alloys wouldn't fix  ;)

Which one is Robert Kyles - is he the guy that brought that minter over from England about 10 years ago?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: HaNs on July 23, 2009, 06:13:44 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 23, 2009, 06:08:19 PM

what do you need a Mk2 UnoT head for?


For a mk2 uno turbo...what else?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 23, 2009, 06:55:11 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 23, 2009, 06:08:19 PM
You could try Tyz on the forum (but I think he wants to sell the rest of the car with his)  ;) :D
There were only 15 R89 turbos brought into NZ, so finding a 2nd hand head is going to be a little difficult - you might have to wait a while, or try Europe

what do you need a Mk2 UnoT head for?


That has a 1.3 head! I still have the 1.4 head.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 23, 2009, 08:25:56 PM
robert has 2 of them, one with a reg on hold and the other as a parts car and i believe it was the one he brought over from england. mark mccghaun is getting the parts car and we the other one.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on July 23, 2009, 09:08:16 PM
Quote from: HaNs on July 23, 2009, 05:57:44 PM
Anyone got a mk2 uno turbo head they could spare? Of know of one?

Check trade me, they have heaps of spares for UNO turbos at the moment. All I have spare at the moment is a set of rust free doors if you interested
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 23, 2009, 09:53:46 PM
Quote from: HaNs on July 23, 2009, 06:13:44 PM
For a mk2 uno turbo...what else?

Punto GTs often crack heads and the Mk2 UnoT head is a common replacement.  And that block fits straight in X1/9s, 128s etc

Steve - of course, I forgot that car had been re-powered
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 24, 2009, 05:23:32 PM
Quote from: 124dude on July 23, 2009, 08:25:56 PM
robert has 2 of them, one with a reg on hold and the other as a parts car and i believe it was the one he brought over from england. mark mccghaun is getting the parts car and we the other one.

cool! Sorta like a poor mans 412 ;D Your dad mentioned he was going to the naki but didn't mention picking up 130.

Last targa me and mark were going to have a look but the chap wanted way too much for them. Potential rust buckets tho. And no Nik that's not an invite to say all fiats are ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on July 24, 2009, 05:49:29 PM
Saw a red 130TC parked up on Garnet Rd in Auckland today. Red with a black bonnet - original black plates.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 24, 2009, 05:50:18 PM
these ones have been dry storaged in a container for many a years from memory. heaps of spares too which is good. heard you rang last night. after some tipo stuff, what are you bringing up to the track day?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 24, 2009, 06:25:11 PM
Quote from: 124dude on July 24, 2009, 05:50:18 PM
these ones have been dry storaged in a container for many a years from memory. heaps of spares too which is good. heard you rang last night. after some tipo stuff, what are you bringing up to the track day?

yeah the one your dad is getting is suppose to be very sound. Getting analogue dash from the blue tipo. What am i bringing to trackday? whatever is running ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 24, 2009, 06:37:49 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 24, 2009, 06:25:11 PM
yeah the one your dad is getting is suppose to be very sound. Getting analogue dash from the blue tipo. What am i bringing to trackday? whatever is running ;D

lol whatever is running huh? tipo turbo sedeci?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 24, 2009, 06:48:12 PM
Quote from: 124dude on July 24, 2009, 06:37:49 PM
lol whatever is running huh? tipo turbo sedeci?

sedicivalvole ;D turbo? no they are na
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 24, 2009, 07:28:24 PM
thought you were putting your turb motor from 5dr tipo into 3dr body? or am i just dreaming
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 24, 2009, 07:39:52 PM
He's pulling ya chain
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on July 25, 2009, 10:37:49 AM
Quote from: ritmo on July 24, 2009, 06:25:11 PM
What am i bringing to trackday? whatever is running ;D

Can I chime in on the above comment Terry? ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on July 26, 2009, 06:50:22 PM
Nice 130tc spotted today on Jervois Rd in Auckland. Looked rather nice.

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi58.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fg268%2Fphilwalter%2F130.jpg&hash=3d643b779cda7ccf5aefef83cc36ae4a155fe31c)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 06:55:24 PM
This is nice Phil, you know you want one ;) aswell as e30 m3 :police:

Yeah having you on Scott, turbo motor going into sedici ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on July 26, 2009, 06:56:16 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 06:55:24 PM
Yeah having you on Scott, turbo motor going into sedici ;D

You just love having a project or 3 on the go eh mate
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 07:02:49 PM
Quote from: phil on July 26, 2009, 06:50:22 PM
Nice 130tc spotted today on Jervois Rd in Auckland. Looked rather nice.

Probably the nicest one in NZ, wouldn't you say Terry?  Certainly if you like your 130s non-standard that is.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on July 26, 2009, 07:09:21 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 07:02:49 PM
Probably the nicest one in NZ, wouldn't you say Terry?  Certainly if you like your 130s non-standard that is.

The Sliver one around here (Napier) is very nice (if that counts?).
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 07:10:08 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on July 26, 2009, 06:56:16 PM
You just love having a project or 3 on the go eh mate

seems so mate. What did you think of tipo flares?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 07:11:46 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 07:02:49 PM
Probably the nicest one in NZ, wouldn't you say Terry?  Certainly if you like your 130s non-standard that is.

Yeah can't be many better. And you're right non-standard prob the hottest at the moment. But as Nik has pointed out some nice standard ones, your's pretty sweet also.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 26, 2009, 07:16:12 PM
bumped off 130 coupe off trailer today. now in our shed is the smallest fiat eve made and the biggest fiat ever made. looks much better in the flesh thats for sure. would be a very nice cruiser car once finished.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 07:27:57 PM
Quote from: 124dude on July 26, 2009, 07:16:12 PM
bumped off 130 coupe off trailer today. now in our shed is the smallest fiat eve made and the biggest fiat ever made. looks much better in the flesh thats for sure. would be a very nice cruiser car once finished.

So going to restore Scott? Wait to you drive that v6 >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 26, 2009, 07:29:37 PM
uh going to do what we did to my 124, just a patch up job of all the rust and what not. not a full on restore job. also scored a few 124 bits off robert too, heated rear window, modified 132 bell housing and diff to fit a 124, side windows. few little things
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 09:45:46 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 07:11:46 PM
Yeah can't be many better. And you're right non-standard prob the hottest at the moment. But as Nik has pointed out some nice standard ones, your's pretty sweet also.

Ha wasn't fishing for compliments! ;D  Was working on B&H wheels today, bought a dremel to tidy up the polishing.  Gotta sell spare 15" tyres from Type R so I can buy some new rubber for 130TC... then convert hubs back to studs and BRETTS will look heaps better  ;)

Are there 2 mint standard ones in Napier?  Or just Lesleys?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 09:53:23 PM
Actually just noticed the water(?) in the pic underneath the front of Chris's 130tc... possibly his radiator is in worse shape than mine!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 09:56:16 PM
There is another one in Napier. Pretty sure Nik took some pics at some point and posted. The owner is a tool but nice 130tc. Still has the monsoons!

Those b&h wheels will come up mint. Will bring up airbox cover this coming weekend and help the enginebay ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 09:59:35 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 09:53:23 PM
Actually just noticed the water(?) in the pic underneath the front of Chris's 130tc... possibly his radiator is in worse shape than mine!

haha would imagine if rad poked it would have the puddle more towards the front ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 10:23:59 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 09:56:16 PM
There is another one in Napier. Pretty sure Nik took some pics at some point and posted. The owner is a tool but nice 130tc. Still has the monsoons!

Those b&h wheels will come up mint. Will bring up airbox cover this coming weekend and help the enginebay ;D

Monsoons... honestly who has those?!  :P  :-X  ;D  I think that's Lesley you're talking about?  Odd guy, but fanatical about his 130TC

Cool, thanks.  I have my original airbox cover out ready for exchange  :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 10:41:45 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 10:23:59 PM
Monsoons... honestly who has those?!  :P  :-X  ;D  I think that's Lesley you're talking about?  Odd guy, but fanatical about his 130TC

Cool, thanks.  I have my original airbox cover out ready for exchange  :)

Oh i remember lesley well. Still recall wrc a couple years ago :)

Here is the other napier 130tc

http://www.vask.org.nz/index.php/topic,7469.30.html

Lesley's is LS something plate.

Cool on airbox.

As for monsoons, i want a set for red 130. Need to convince Drew to part with his set >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 11:21:07 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 10:41:45 PM

As for monsoons, i want a set for red 130. Need to convince Drew to part with his set >:D


If I had a set I'd gladly give them to you!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on July 26, 2009, 11:31:05 PM
The 130tc in the link is mint. Has done less than 100ks and is hard to fault. The owner has had it for 10 years. He's not that friendly though.

Haven't made my mind up on the monsoons yet. Are there many 130's in NZ that still have monsoons?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on July 27, 2009, 07:18:32 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on July 26, 2009, 09:53:23 PM
Actually just noticed the water(?) in the pic underneath the front of Chris's 130tc... possibly his radiator is in worse shape than mine!

So you guys all know the owner of the red 130 spotted yesterday ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on July 27, 2009, 08:17:05 AM
Quote from: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 10:41:45 PM
Oh i remember lesley well. Still recall wrc a couple years ago :)

Here is the other napier 130tc

http://www.vask.org.nz/index.php/topic,7469.30.html

Lesley's is LS something plate.

Cool on airbox.

As for monsoons, i want a set for red 130. Need to convince Drew to part with his set >:D


Something else around here (Napier) is a Fiat 125T. Whats special about it is I have never seen it! The owner is an old school friend of Dads and hes owned the 125T for at least 30 years. Its meant to be in amazing condition (never gets driven).
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 27, 2009, 09:03:21 AM
Quote from: phil on July 27, 2009, 07:18:32 AM
So you guys all know the owner of the red 130 spotted yesterday ?

Phil, there a big build post on turbo124.com for that car. Lots of work done. I expect most of the 130tc owners know him. Its even got my old seats in that car.  ::)

(yes Nik, pilot error -edited!)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on July 27, 2009, 10:40:46 AM
Quote from: spooln on July 27, 2009, 09:03:21 AM
Nik, there a big build post on turbo124.com for that car. Lots of work done. I expect most of the 130tc owners know him. Its even got my old seats in that car.  ::)

Neil, you mean Phil instead of Nik?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 27, 2009, 12:06:53 PM
He is the build Phil or is it Nik ;) Sorry Spooln

http://fiatcarclub.co.nz/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=14
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 27, 2009, 12:32:39 PM
Quote from: phil on July 27, 2009, 07:18:32 AM
So you guys all know the owner of the red 130 spotted yesterday ?

Yes, we're an incestuous little group!  I helped the owner Chris put his new motor (built by Stacey / XS RPM) in his car earlier this year.  Terry knows him well too.

Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on July 27, 2009, 08:17:05 AM
Something else around here (Napier) is a Fiat 125T. Whats special about it is I have never seen it! The owner is an old school friend of Dads and hes owned the 125T for at least 30 years. Its meant to be in amazing condition (never gets driven).

wow it must be a good one, shame it never gets driven (but don't get me started on that topic...!)  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on July 27, 2009, 04:41:34 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 27, 2009, 12:06:53 PM
He is the build Phil or is it Nik ;) Sorry Spooln

http://fiatcarclub.co.nz/forum/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=14

Great read, thanks for that. Love the pics of the shiny motor !!

Maybe it was just the light or something, but the paint job seemed kinda patchy or an orangy colour when I saw it yesterday.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on July 28, 2009, 06:02:13 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 26, 2009, 07:10:08 PM
seems so mate. What did you think of tipo flares?
they were cool mate, you gonna do similar
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 28, 2009, 06:12:26 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on July 28, 2009, 06:02:13 PM
they were cool mate, you gonna do similar

Thinking i might. Want to run wider track. Will decide once together and lowered. In some regards a more curved flare might be more in keeping of a sleeper.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on July 28, 2009, 06:16:34 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 28, 2009, 06:12:26 PM
Thinking i might. Want to run wider track. Will decide once together and lowered. In some regards a more curved flare might be more in keeping of a sleeper.
curved will make it look too jappa though, corolla or civic styles
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 28, 2009, 06:29:14 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 28, 2009, 06:12:26 PM
Thinking i might. Want to run wider track. Will decide once together and lowered. In some regards a more curved flare might be more in keeping of a sleeper.

Have you tried some already? Id go for a grale style. The Hormann kit would be ok but maybe a little dated now. The OE front guards can be pumped out alot, I must of pumped mine out 50mm or so to get the Stilo wheels on.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 28, 2009, 07:04:41 PM
terry, got tipo dash out of donor car today, heard its not that urgent. do you need it before the taupo track day? if not, we'll give it to you then.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 28, 2009, 08:55:31 PM
Quote from: 124dude on July 28, 2009, 07:04:41 PM
terry, got tipo dash out of donor car today, heard its not that urgent. do you need it before the taupo track day? if not, we'll give it to you then.

cool not urgent at all Scott. Trackday fine.

No steve no tried any yet just looking at options. Not sure on grale. Best bit tipo guards cheap as chips so will make some until happy. Sedici ones are different part number from dgt so hopefully a little wider. 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on July 28, 2009, 11:36:05 PM
Hmm, maybe only different for the skirts.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 08, 2009, 10:14:35 PM
three words: Lancia Delta Integrale ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on August 09, 2009, 12:37:13 AM
huh?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 09, 2009, 09:33:12 AM
Quote from: ritmo on August 08, 2009, 10:14:35 PM
three words: Lancia Delta Integrale ;D

what did you do terry? :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 09:52:39 AM
Quote from: 124dude on August 09, 2009, 09:33:12 AM
what did you do terry? :P

Brought one as next project ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 09, 2009, 10:08:12 AM
post means nothing without pics  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 10:13:51 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on August 09, 2009, 10:08:12 AM
post means nothing without pics  >:D

Tell that to my bank balance! Haha no pics as don't pick it up for a couple weeks. Saw it on monday just been and bought it on the spot. Needs tidy up and bottomend and martini stripes.

Will post pics when i pick it up.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 09, 2009, 10:49:43 AM
ohhh you going down the Rally Bitch look?
cant wait to see this one!

Finally have my uno back, just had the coilovers fitted, now for the rest of the Wof fail sheet work.....  :-\
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 10:57:51 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on August 09, 2009, 10:49:43 AM
ohhh you going down the Rally Bitch look?
cant wait to see this one!

Finally have my uno back, just had the coilovers fitted, now for the rest of the Wof fail sheet work.....  :-\

swt, the other things weren't major were they Clive?

grale: yeah will restore to high standard then decide if i will do martini styles. Will stay white. Anyway will be racecar as want to keep lhd and rego it will be an arse.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 09, 2009, 11:17:11 AM
they werent huge things, tbh it just means i have to get my A into G and do what i intended a bit quicker for it to get the WoF.
silly typical Fiat things, oil leaks and water in headlights etc!  ::)

CV boots want replacing
Certifying a few mods
couple of buckled wheels (not surprising after 22 years!)
a tyre
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 09, 2009, 12:29:35 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 09:52:39 AM
Brought one as next project ;D

What colour Terry?
Where did you find it?
Is it in the NZ system?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 02:51:18 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on August 09, 2009, 12:29:35 PM
What colour Terry?
Where did you find it?
Is it in the NZ system?


White 16v with evo spoiler and dished borbet rims, here is a pic of the rims on another grale
http://www.fiat-abarth.co.uk/integrale%20resto%20end.htm
Look great in the flesh with the boxed arches.
Found in Akl and not in system and worse japan de-rego paper work lost sometime ago. But will race so no need to rego it. Could go the whole rego as delta and swap plates but beyond being illegal it's just not worth it.

Dying to go get but need a free weekend and to be fair i will store it for a couple months at least before i start on it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 09, 2009, 02:53:27 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 02:51:18 PM
Dying to go get but need a free weekend and to be fair i will store it for a couple months at least before i start on it.

i dont mind going to get it for you and dropping it off Terry  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 09, 2009, 06:54:32 PM
should be relatively easy to register now. When we brought in our lancia from the UK, LTSA kicked up a fuss being LHD and non frontal impact compliance, but with dad and harry dunhoven they managed to pass a law that as long as the car is intended for motor sport use, you can get registered pretty easily. or do the rather "legal" way you suggested.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on August 09, 2009, 06:58:20 PM
I don't believe its easy, but sometimes possible. Generally you need to be the importer though and without the dereg papers, no chance.


Nice buy Terry, what's the plan for it?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 06:58:50 PM
Quote from: 124dude on August 09, 2009, 06:54:32 PM
should be relatively easy to register now. When we brought in our lancia from the UK, LTSA kicked up a fuss being LHD and non frontal impact compliance, but with dad and harry dunhoven they managed to pass a law that as long as the car is intended for motor sport use, you can get registered pretty easily. or do the rather "legal" way you suggested.

yeah i know that one, but i imagine one still has to have the support paper work from the country it's from. To prove it isn't stolen to order. Those papers were lost in a house move for this car so no way it can be rego. But that was taken into when price was discussed 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 09, 2009, 08:36:59 PM
LANCIA DELTA INTEGRALE  8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 09, 2009, 08:38:18 PM
Hey Terry, got the right Rotor, still no good. Seems like the shaft itself is too long .... is that even possible ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 08:46:22 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on August 09, 2009, 08:38:18 PM
Hey Terry, got the right Rotor, still no good. Seems like the shaft itself is too long .... is that even possible ?

nope, you need the plastic spacer i have on my tipo 16v head ;D

I looked this morning and low and behold there is a spacer!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 09, 2009, 08:56:09 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 08:46:22 PM
nope, you need the plastic spacer i have on my tipo 16v head ;D

I looked this morning and low and behold there is a spacer!!!
F***, how stupid those wogs are
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 09:04:44 PM
Could be worse, you could run an inline 5 infront of the front axle >:D

Pm or txt your addy and i will send this week.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 09, 2009, 09:17:28 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 09:04:44 PM
Could be worse, you could run an inline 5 infront of the front axle >:D

Ha ha, even wogs ain't that silly  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on August 09, 2009, 09:28:02 PM
Is that new Fiat forum no good fellas? :police: ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 09:36:15 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on August 09, 2009, 09:28:02 PM
Is that new Fiat forum no good fellas? :police: ;)

Yip but more fun pissing the vag guys with their lukewarm hatches off. >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 10, 2009, 07:58:02 AM
Quote from: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 09:36:15 PM
Yip but more fun pissing the vag guys with their lukewarm hatches off. >:D

:D
too right! 
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 10, 2009, 08:21:39 AM
Quote from: ritmo on August 09, 2009, 09:04:44 PM
Could be worse, you could run an inline 5 infront of the front axle >:D

Pm or txt your addy and i will send this week.

See ya at the lights Terry ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 10, 2009, 04:08:51 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on August 09, 2009, 09:28:02 PM
Is that new Fiat forum no good fellas? :police: ;)

plus vask doesn't have campbell :P. nothing against how he runs the club, just a tool when it comes to events.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 10, 2009, 06:36:46 PM
No offence Scott, but I don't see too many others putting their hands up to do Campbell's job.  In fact he's offered / threatened to stand down in recent years, but no-one steps forward.

He also has the "disadvantage" of being MSNZ's ClubSport chairman - which means the events he's involved in organising have to be run "by the book".

Lets face it, without Campbell we (FCW) wouldn't have half the events we do...  :)  Plus I've been to 3 of the last 4 FCW events and I have seen any "tool"-like behaviour from him

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 10, 2009, 07:01:17 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on August 10, 2009, 06:36:46 PM
No offence Scott, but I don't see too many others putting their hands up to do Campbell's job.  In fact he's offered / threatened to stand down in recent years, but no-one steps forward.

He also has the "disadvantage" of being MSNZ's ClubSport chairman - which means the events he's involved in organising have to be run "by the book".

Lets face it, without Campbell we (FCW) wouldn't have half the events we do...  :)  Plus I've been to 3 of the last 4 FCW events and I have seen any "tool"-like behaviour from him



agreed, without campbell there wouldn't, in essence be a FCW. so maybe tool wasn't the right word but the events i've been too, he hasn't been the easiest of guys to get along with. things have changed from what i've heard.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 10, 2009, 08:09:21 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on August 10, 2009, 06:36:46 PM
No offence Scott, but I don't see too many others putting their hands up to do Campbell's job.  In fact he's offered / threatened to stand down in recent years, but no-one steps forward.

He also has the "disadvantage" of being MSNZ's ClubSport chairman - which means the events he's involved in organising have to be run "by the book".

Lets face it, without Campbell we (FCW) wouldn't have half the events we do...  :)  Plus I've been to 3 of the last 4 FCW events and I have seen any "tool"-like behaviour from him



Damn right Cartman, he may be by the book but he puts in a crap load of effort
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 10, 2009, 08:29:28 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on August 10, 2009, 08:21:39 AM
See ya at the lights Terry ;)


Does Napier have a set of lights? :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 11, 2009, 07:20:22 AM
Quote from: ritmo on August 10, 2009, 08:29:28 PM
Does Napier have a set of lights? :D

Cheeky sh!t.
I guess your Italian cars never make it this far to find out ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 11, 2009, 11:59:58 AM
Quote from: ritmo on August 10, 2009, 08:29:28 PM
Does Napier have a set of lights? :D

It will by the time your Tipo project is finished...  >:D ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 11, 2009, 12:11:13 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on August 11, 2009, 07:20:22 AM
Cheeky sh!t.
I guess your Italian cars never make it this far to find out ;)


;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 11, 2009, 12:13:09 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on August 11, 2009, 11:59:58 AM
It will by the time your Tipo project is finished...  >:D ;D

haha quite possible, although Tipo wouldn't be quick enough for Nik's audi 80 wagon.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 13, 2009, 07:10:27 PM
Hey fiat boys, have listed some fiat bits on trademe.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Members/Listings.aspx?searchtype=SELLER&member=502734

If you want any bits throw me a pm and i will basically halve the prices as can be bothered with trademe selling. ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on August 13, 2009, 10:33:30 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 13, 2009, 07:10:27 PM
Hey fiat boys, have listed some fiat bits on trademe.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Members/Listings.aspx?searchtype=SELLER&member=502734

If you want any bits throw me a pm and i will basically halve the prices as can be bothered with trademe selling. ::)

Will any of this be any good for the uno/ i like that steering wheel
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 13, 2009, 11:06:10 PM
Sorry mate all twincam stuff with regards to motor bits.

That wheel will sell quickly i reckon. Already 11 watchers! The problem with trademe.... too many people just watching. And if it doesn't sell i will keep in shed.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 14, 2009, 03:57:31 PM
Good luck with the clearout Terry  :)

Hey Scott I see the Yam Bam Thank You Ma'am is for sale:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-234608528.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 14, 2009, 05:37:21 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 13, 2009, 07:10:27 PM
Hey fiat boys, have listed some fiat bits on trademe.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Members/Listings.aspx?searchtype=SELLER&member=502734

If you want any bits throw me a pm and i will basically halve the prices as can be bothered with trademe selling. ::)

I love this Terry:

"Funnily enough came from a rusty fiat strada."

;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 14, 2009, 08:54:09 PM
haha couldn't reist Nik.

Yeah bigbumper time to stop being a hoarder. What doesn't sell i will donate to 130 owners as really can't be bothered with trademe. So any spares you need sing out.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 15, 2009, 09:59:34 AM
just got a text from the old man.... at monterey concourse, having a cuppa in the shade, surrounded by 50 lamborghinis and a few Alfa 8c Competizone as well as a Giallo Fly Fiat Dino Spyder. Anyone else as jealous as i am right now?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 15, 2009, 10:07:29 AM
Quote from: 124dude on August 15, 2009, 09:59:34 AM
just got a text from the old man.... at monterey concourse, having a cuppa in the shade, surrounded by 50 lamborghinis and a few Alfa 8c Competizone as well as a Giallo Fly Fiat Dino Spyder. Anyone else as jealous as i am right now?

If he wasnt your old man i could think of a few choice words
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 15, 2009, 06:18:55 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on August 15, 2009, 10:07:29 AM
If he wasnt your old man i could think of a few choice words
Mike will understand so abuse away  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 15, 2009, 06:25:15 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on August 15, 2009, 06:18:55 PM
Mike will understand so abuse away  ;D

i'll start off.... jammy bastard :P FYI this years theme is Bertone/pininfarina. they are celebrating De Tamaso's 50th birthday and the 25th anniversary of the Ferrari 288 GTO.... heard roughly 150 288s will be present. again, hugely jealous!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 15, 2009, 06:46:11 PM
Hey Terry,
one guess what this is
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi40.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fe246%2Fevluno%2FTerryGrale.jpg&hash=c8126405d7c6779c9107fa33b31f3562c51dfe49)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 15, 2009, 06:50:29 PM
Quote from: 124dude on August 15, 2009, 06:25:15 PM
i'll start off.... jammy bastard :P FYI this years theme is Bertone/pininfarina. they are celebrating De Tamaso's 50th birthday and the 25th anniversary of the Ferrari 288 GTO.... heard roughly 150 288s will be present. again, hugely jealous!

F****** jammy f****** t*** some people get all the luck!
t***  :angel:

Am i right in thinking Bertone went into receivership at the start of this year?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 15, 2009, 07:08:47 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on August 15, 2009, 06:46:11 PM
Hey Terry,
one guess what this is
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi40.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fe246%2Fevluno%2FTerryGrale.jpg&hash=c8126405d7c6779c9107fa33b31f3562c51dfe49)

oh yeah ;D

that yellow grill will have to go.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 15, 2009, 07:21:10 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 15, 2009, 07:08:47 PM
oh yeah ;D

that yellow grill will have to go.
too damn right
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 15, 2009, 10:21:59 PM
looks pretty evil though!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 16, 2009, 05:43:22 PM
Quote from: 124dude on August 15, 2009, 10:21:59 PM
looks pretty evil though!!
don't they all though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 16, 2009, 06:13:39 PM
Quote from: 124dude on August 15, 2009, 10:21:59 PM
looks pretty evil though!!

It does! Well known white ones look better than red :D

Are the vents on the bonnet normally body colour?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 16, 2009, 10:14:13 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 16, 2009, 06:13:39 PM
It does! Well known white ones look better than red :D

:P not if they are red with blue/black stripes and lancia logos... oh and overhauled turbo with no restrictor! track day here we come
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 17, 2009, 06:47:47 PM
anyone changed a headlight bulb on a stilo before? sister is home and her middle bulb on the head lamp isn't working, guessing blown bulb. had a look today and seems rather challenging. it is the LH front unit. any suggestions? cheers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 17, 2009, 10:05:23 PM
lh front is where the battery is i think isnt it?
never had to change one so cant really suggest much, but if you remove the battery beware that you will get a lot of lights pop up when you reconnect it, dont worry though, just drive it, turn it off and when it starts back up again they should clear
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 17, 2009, 10:19:48 PM
Quote from: 124dude on August 17, 2009, 06:47:47 PM
anyone changed a headlight bulb on a stilo before? sister is home and her middle bulb on the head lamp isn't working, guessing blown bulb. had a look today and seems rather challenging. it is the LH front unit. any suggestions? cheers

Google is your friend  ;) 
http://www.fiatforum.com/stilo/35734-anyone-changed-headlight-bulb.html
http://www.fiatforum.com/stilo/5291-bulb-change.html

It doesn't sound like the easiest job ever... I can do it in about 20s on my Abarth (but that's progress for you!)  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 21, 2009, 11:27:17 AM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/124bc/auction-235064910.htm

what do you guys think of this BC? price seems a bit steep considering it has a bit of rust and the other 124s on t/m. anyone like the black?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 21, 2009, 11:53:55 AM
If everything tip top, then 8k is not a huge ask, bills would easily exceed that I suspect, not that means that much in todays depressed coditions. Not into black that much. Would need a real 124 fan.

Any bites on the Yambina?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 21, 2009, 12:16:18 PM
Quote from: spooln on August 21, 2009, 11:53:55 AM
If everything tip top, then 8k is not a huge ask, bills would easily exceed that I suspect, not that means that much in todays depressed coditions. Not into black that much. Would need a real 124 fan.

Any bites on the Yambina?

8g would be fine but a buy now of 10k? yeah would need a die hard 124 fan for that. i think the black is alright from a distance, but not too fond of it up close. uhm had a few bites on it but nothing yet. still on there, be a very niche market for it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 23, 2009, 11:11:26 AM
Quote from: ritmo on August 16, 2009, 06:13:39 PM
It does! Well known white ones look better than red :D

Are the vents on the bonnet normally body colour?

In your dreams  :o

My vents are red, Rays vents were red, but being from Wlg your vents should be yellow and black
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 23, 2009, 12:38:44 PM
Have you chaps seen this '98 Fiat Coupe Turbo or know the car?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/Coupe/auction-237551670.htm

Is it good value or over priced?


Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 23, 2009, 01:15:02 PM
so, right. drove the ol girl yesterday, went to wind down the passenger window, and it went down bout 20 cm then stopped but window winder kept going... hmmm so pulled off door card and what do you know, the bracket the the window sits on and the winder mechanism, get this, rusted completely away from the window. so the winder was going up and down but not connected to a window. funny. must have been pretty cruddy when we put it in. will be hunting the shed for passenger window. how joyious
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 23, 2009, 02:28:12 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on August 23, 2009, 12:38:44 PM
Have you chaps seen this '98 Fiat Coupe Turbo or know the car?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/Coupe/auction-237551670.htm

Is it good value or over priced?

It's been for sale for a little while Nik, he's knocked $5k off the asking price just this week
There was a similar one for sale last summer with higher kms (~90k from memory) for $14k
This one has low kms but it's still pretty pricey

Thinking of trading in the RS2?  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 23, 2009, 05:45:58 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on August 23, 2009, 02:28:12 PM
It's been for sale for a little while Nik, he's knocked $5k off the asking price just this week
There was a similar one for sale last summer with higher kms (~90k from memory) for $14k
This one has low kms but it's still pretty pricey

Thinking of trading in the RS2?  ;D

Na, thinking about recommending it to a guy I dont like ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 23, 2009, 06:05:02 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on August 23, 2009, 05:45:58 PM
Na, thinking about recommending it to a guy I dont like ;)


no point in trying to impress someone you don't like Nik. ;D

Cool car, 220hp out of the box....but 10 year old fiat at the end of the day and regardless of km not worth 20k i would think. Having belts done is huge as about a 2k bill on the 5pot!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on August 29, 2009, 10:50:08 PM
There is a Coupe with less mileage in Wellington btw.

There was that "2002" Blue 20VT plus on TM a while back, asking $16K with reasonable mileage. Id rather have that one.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 01, 2009, 10:02:03 PM
started to refit turbo to lancia tonight. its fitted, one bolt left on waste gate and to attach hoses and intercooler etc. watch out at taupo terry :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on September 01, 2009, 11:12:02 PM
Fiat ute

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/125P/auction-238107000.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 01, 2009, 11:26:20 PM
Quote from: 124dude on September 01, 2009, 10:02:03 PM
started to refit turbo to lancia tonight. its fitted, one bolt left on waste gate and to attach hoses and intercooler etc. watch out at taupo terry :P

What Lancia do you have?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 02, 2009, 06:33:33 AM
Quote from: vag_nutter on September 01, 2009, 11:12:02 PM
Fiat ute

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/125P/auction-238107000.htm

Mark McCaughan's.  Been for sale for some time
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 02, 2009, 07:36:18 AM
Quote from: Scuderia on September 01, 2009, 11:26:20 PM
What Lancia do you have?

old man has an ex works delta integrale 16v. im number 1 mechanic for it :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on September 03, 2009, 08:37:30 AM
Hi All,

Who is doing the Taupo track day on the 13th?

My 20vt race car is in bits having the suspension dealt to, but was going to enter the 20vt road car for a bit of fun....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 03, 2009, 11:42:07 AM
 :D This thread gets more traffic than any Fiat site!

I'll be there.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on September 03, 2009, 12:04:38 PM
What will you be in Steve??
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 03, 2009, 12:08:45 PM
i'll be there and so will pops.... is phil coming up with you terry?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 03, 2009, 12:20:40 PM
I'll be tag teaming a Tipo 16V.  ;D

My first time ever on a race track in a non turbo car

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 03, 2009, 12:46:30 PM
Welcome to VASK, Andy  :)

I'll be there in the Integra
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 03, 2009, 03:46:58 PM
Quote from: 124dude on September 03, 2009, 12:08:45 PM
i'll be there and so will pops.... is phil coming up with you terry?

At this stage i will not be coming up Scott. The turbo engine is still in 5dr tipo! Been silly busy at work so no progress on cars for sometime. Have this weekend off so will finally strip 5dr tipo.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 03, 2009, 04:34:00 PM
Quote from: ritmo on September 03, 2009, 03:46:58 PM
At this stage i will not be coming up Scott. The turbo engine is still in 5dr tipo! Been silly busy at work so no progress on cars for sometime. Have this weekend off so will finally strip 5dr tipo.

ahh bugger. would have been choice fun to see you there along with 3dr tipo. Next time eh. If thats the case, if phil does not come up, i'll put the dash in with the boys on targa to drop off to you.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on September 07, 2009, 05:47:10 PM
Quote from: ritmo on September 03, 2009, 03:46:58 PM
At this stage i will not be coming up Scott. The turbo engine is still in 5dr tipo! Been silly busy at work so no progress on cars for sometime. Have this weekend off so will finally strip 5dr tipo.
damn work, how dare they interfere with car time
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 08, 2009, 04:23:03 PM
Right, installed the turbo without restrictor on lancia last week. Only boosting to 10psi, bugger! did a bit of hunting and turned out we needed to screw the tapered thing on the waste gate lever. Choice did that and voila 18psi, excellent. But after we got it boosting properly, at around 4-5000 rpm it has an incredible misfire, then when you change gear it goes away until you hit that same rev range. Our idea was that the non restricted version was getting too much air and the ECU being mapped for 32mm Restrictor couldn't add enough fuel, hence the misfire when the turbo spools up and gets more air, but not enough fuel. I think my dad spoke to you Mike, so today i put the old inlet flange with built in restrictor back on. But its still doing the same thing, does anyone have any ideas to what could cause this apart from getting an after market ECU??
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 86gte on September 08, 2009, 04:36:58 PM
My delta turbo didnt like high boost in 4th gear for some reason, Was like a limiter built into the ECU? gears 1 2 and 3 would boost on 15psi happy all the way up to redline but 4th gear would get up to about 5000rpm and it would cut out almost like a rev limiter retards the ignition. Would run fine on 12psi and rev right out to redline but as soon as you had it up at 15psi it didnt like it. Never had enough road to get the revs up that high in 5th on the high boost tho. Always figured this was just built into the ecu as a limiter.?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 08, 2009, 06:13:28 PM
It sounds like a boost cut alright. They usually only cut after a pre-determined RPM point plus the too high MAP reading. I don't believe there is a cut on a standard 16V at 18psi but do you know how it has been tuned? What chip is in it?

10 psi sounds correct for the actuator pressure, I would not have adjusted the actuator tension. Higher boost is achieved via the factory electronic boost controller (Pierburg valve). There is a map in the ecu for this valve. It sounds like your one is far from standard and none of this equipment remains. The ECU should fuel ok at 18 psi unless your one has been tuned differently.

Its very difficult to remedy these faults when you dont know where the starting point it, its like taking a stab in the dark. I would recommend rewinding eveything to standard, or at least to a point you know, make sure it works ok and then go from there with more boost etc. Its not a 10 minute job.

On the other hand it may just need a new coil or set of plugs! lol. Thats what people usually suggest on internet forums.




Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 10, 2009, 04:08:20 PM
took it to grale specialist in TGA, and turns out all that was causing this fault was the gap in the spark plugs! put some smaller gap plugs in and holy moses. 25psi choice! attach boost tap and bobs your uncle. see you guys on sunday :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 10, 2009, 05:45:11 PM
lol plugs

25psi, not holding back eh!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 11, 2009, 07:33:35 AM
Quote from: Scuderia on September 10, 2009, 05:45:11 PM
lol plugs

25psi, not holding back eh!



thats what he had it up too..... put in boost tap and wound it back to around 19-20psi. just to be nice to the motor :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on September 11, 2009, 09:17:14 PM
Just founds some interesting 4x98 wheels, with the sickest dish. Will start looking for some Gp4 flares soon. Simmons B45, 15x8 et6  and 15x9.5 et-25  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 11, 2009, 10:58:34 PM
Wow what are those going on - the Spider?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 12, 2009, 10:48:36 AM
Quote from: spooln on September 11, 2009, 09:17:14 PM
Just founds some interesting 4x98 wheels, with the sickest dish. Will start looking for some Gp4 flares soon. Simmons B45, 15x8 et6  and 15x9.5 et-25  :o

cool! pics? ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on September 12, 2009, 12:15:14 PM
Yes, plan to put them on the spider.  The wheels are here, http://picasaweb.google.com/K.Murray80/ZParts# found them on vwvortex, so there is some benefit in being a vw and fiat fan  ;)

Other update on the spider, the Kamei buckets are mounted after Vert fabricated a subtle mod for the seat rails. He has the position spot on, and they fit like they were made for this car, a real improvement on the original sitting position. Vert also re-fabricated the 130tc extractors and fitted them, and mounted the driving lights from 130tc inside the grill. All work great. Took the soft top completely out last weekend, and Im working on fitting down the hardtop, but this will need a little bit of work to do it right, as some of the mounting hardware that came with the hardtop are not that great.

So projects for the next 12 months are to get the LVV plate updated for the seats, (cant get a warrant with one very small mod on the seat rails - sigh...), get the hardtop mounting sorted and restored, and figure out wether to go real wide with these wheels as is (gp4 flare maybe...?), or mod the 9.5s to fit better.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 12, 2009, 12:25:37 PM
Good to hear progress Neil. Those rims are seriously cool and seriously wide! Will be interesting when on car! Would tend to stay away from flares in standard spider but the grp4 are cool so who knows. Will be decision when on car i feel.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 12, 2009, 01:33:39 PM
Sounds like you've been busy Neil!

What size tyres are you planning on fitting to those 9.5" rims?  The spider will be able to double as a steamroller!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on September 12, 2009, 03:02:45 PM
Dont know. But I reckon if there wasent planning and dreaming in cars, there would chop a whole lot of the fun away.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on September 12, 2009, 05:25:16 PM
Those wheels are awesome, very envious
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 14, 2009, 05:22:50 PM
yeah very cool wheels dude!! need some piccies of the beast too :P

fyi, short video of grale at taupo on weekend.... not the best but its ok http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIaUKxaUhfI
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 14, 2009, 09:51:15 PM
Quote from: spooln on September 12, 2009, 03:02:45 PM
Dont know. But I reckon if there wasent planning and dreaming in cars, there would chop a whole lot of the fun away.

Couldn't agree more.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 14, 2009, 09:52:29 PM
Quote from: 124dude on September 14, 2009, 05:22:50 PM
yeah very cool wheels dude!! need some piccies of the beast too :P

fyi, short video of grale at taupo on weekend.... not the best but its ok http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIaUKxaUhfI

woohoo awesome. Esp coming down the straight. Love the wastegate(i assume) sound.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on September 15, 2009, 01:38:58 PM
WOW!
Anyone got Dish!  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 15, 2009, 04:11:34 PM
was a very good outing after the turbo rebuild. drove the car like i stole it :P endless amount of grip, blew me away how much there actually was. and if you understeer, put your foot down and you go straight :P :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 15, 2009, 08:38:47 PM
Quote from: 124dude on September 15, 2009, 04:11:34 PM
was a very good outing after the turbo rebuild. drove the car like i stole it :P endless amount of grip, blew me away how much there actually was. and if you understeer, put your foot down and you go straight :P :P

I got your laps one time. They were about 1:25

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 16, 2009, 06:11:26 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on September 15, 2009, 08:38:47 PM
I got your laps one time. They were about 1:25



where did you get the lap times from??
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 16, 2009, 09:16:55 PM
Quote from: 124dude on September 16, 2009, 06:11:26 PM
where did you get the lap times from??

1m29 for you Scott, 1m27 for your Dad.

I think Campbell f'd up when he sent the results last night... I just got them from Phil Warwick.  Do you want me to email them?  Guess I could always post them up here actually.

First in class and second overall for me  ;D  If only I was doing the whole series!  :(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 16, 2009, 09:21:33 PM
Steve I just saw you beat Lee by 2s in his own car... don't you know that's bad manners? ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 16, 2009, 09:34:19 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on September 16, 2009, 09:16:55 PM
1m29 for you Scott, 1m27 for your Dad.

I think Campbell f'd up when he sent the results last night... I just got them from Phil Warwick.  Do you want me to email them?  Guess I could always post them up here actually.

First in class and second overall for me  ;D  If only I was doing the whole series!  :(

damn ha yeah could you email them to me please? pm sent with address
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 16, 2009, 09:55:02 PM
Quote from: 124dude on September 16, 2009, 09:34:19 PM
damn ha yeah could you email them to me please? pm sent with address

Done  :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on September 17, 2009, 07:58:03 AM
Well done Brett!!

I'm happy with the Standard Coupe's time too!!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 17, 2009, 12:12:03 PM
congrats too brett. you surely motored that jappa along! delta was a bit slow but hey still heaps of fun. whos was the red 124 there? id didn't race
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: veloce on September 17, 2009, 01:20:23 PM
This place is a hive of Italian activity isn't it now :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on September 17, 2009, 02:50:55 PM
its about time our German counterparts learn about something a little stylish and fun
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 17, 2009, 04:29:13 PM
was at work exp. last week and got ripped on because we saw an alfa and i was the only one that commented on how nice and stylish it was..... coming from the person who drives a holdon crewman ute thingy....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 17, 2009, 05:38:26 PM
Quote from: coupe20vt on September 17, 2009, 07:58:03 AM
Well done Brett!!

I'm happy with the Standard Coupe's time too!!

Quote from: 124dude on September 17, 2009, 12:12:03 PM
congrats too brett. you surely motored that jappa along! delta was a bit slow but hey still heaps of fun. whos was the red 124 there? id didn't race

Thanks guys!  Yeah I was pretty pleased, especially after Grant cleaned me up in practice (he was only 1s slower in the wet than he was in the dry!).  But once I had the tyre pressures sorted (thanks there Andy) the Honda felt great  :)

Andy - just checked and your time was 2s faster than Paul's modified 16vt Coupe when he last ran it on track 2 in 2007.  So you're right to be pleased!

Scott - there were two 124 coupes in the car park, a red BC and an orangey red CC.  The BC looked pretty nice but had a couple of minor defects when you got up close.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on September 17, 2009, 06:09:06 PM
Quote from: veloce on September 17, 2009, 01:20:23 PM
This place is a hive of Italian activity isn't it now :)

Quote from: Mk1unoT on September 17, 2009, 02:50:55 PM
its about time our German counterparts learn about something a little stylish and fun

I think the Germans felt sorrow after seeing their Italian counterparts trying to find some mates, so allowed them in............... We're not quite sure what to do with you lot now

;) :-* ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on September 17, 2009, 06:16:11 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on September 17, 2009, 06:09:06 PM
I think the Germans felt sorrow after seeing their Italian counterparts trying to find some mates, so allowed them in............... We're not quite sure what to do with you lot now

;) :-* ;D

Dont worry, they'll rust away ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 17, 2009, 06:21:10 PM
A joke about Italian cars rusting away...  ::)
Who says the Germans have no sense of humour?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vwrally on September 17, 2009, 08:08:25 PM
Interesting quote once heard

Fiat invented rust and Karman perfected it

Not hard to believe when you look at how fast an untreated mk1 scirocco dissolves when exposed to water
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on September 19, 2009, 04:55:37 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on September 17, 2009, 05:38:26 PM
Thanks guys!  Yeah I was pretty pleased, especially after Grant cleaned me up in practice (he was only 1s slower in the wet than he was in the dry!).  But once I had the tyre pressures sorted (thanks there Andy) the Honda felt great  :)

Andy - just checked and your time was 2s faster than Paul's modified 16vt Coupe when he last ran it on track 2 in 2007.  So you're right to be pleased!

Scott - there were two 124 coupes in the car park, a red BC and an orangey red CC.  The BC looked pretty nice but had a couple of minor defects when you got up close.

Was that your quickest time brett?
I am more than happy with time - it was 2.5secs slower than the race car (Only difference cage & less weight) - So will be interesting to see how it goes with the suspension.....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 19, 2009, 06:18:43 PM
1m21.4s was my fastest time of the day and the quickest I've ever gone on track 2
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on September 19, 2009, 07:55:07 PM
Well done!!!

You were very close to taking the fastest time of the day!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vwrally on September 19, 2009, 10:16:04 PM
Some pics I have taken over the last couple of years that may interest the Italian car fans
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm3.static.flickr.com%2F2475%2F3927947409_dc688cca03_o.jpg&hash=5738bff60d09b25cba728b7725482fbd136ae434)
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm3.static.flickr.com%2F2576%2F3927947651_c0b4c16c62_o.jpg&hash=596829698295881764c7addd5f71152b92b94023)
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Ffarm3.static.flickr.com%2F2487%2F3927947913_13735e58c1_o.jpg&hash=24e3e4d02b0b4da2f238bb25ef728991fa743b85)
I have some more somewhere as well that I will put up when I find them
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 20, 2009, 11:34:38 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on September 16, 2009, 09:21:33 PM
Steve I just saw you beat Lee by 2s in his own car... don't you know that's bad manners? ;D

Lee's car really drives well, untill we destroyed the front tyres that was. It just needs about 100 more horsepowers!  >:D

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 21, 2009, 09:31:05 AM
Nice pics, thanks VWR

Quote from: Scuderia on September 20, 2009, 11:34:38 PM
Lee's car really drives well, untill we destroyed the front tyres that was. It just needs about 100 more horsepowers!  >:D

What were those tyres Lee has and what were they like Steve?  I need some for the Abarth and with the miles it does I can't justify spending a grand+....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 21, 2009, 02:47:30 PM
They are Achillies 123. They are good value for money but have a lot of cuts so I dont think they like a lot of running in the dry. They were great in the wet but by the last dry run they were about 2s slower. I think we took too much air out of them trying to get more grip which actually made it worse. Sometimes I think you need to accept higher than normal pressure just to make up for the lack of car setup, camber etc. Or drive slower



Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 21, 2009, 10:29:18 PM
Hmmn ok thanks Steve.  I know it's hard to say without direct comparison, but would you go for the Achilles or a decent road tyre like the Toyo T1-S or Goodyear F1?  Bearing in mind that its for what will be a "fast road" Sunday driver
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 22, 2009, 01:19:43 PM
I have not used thoes tyres but I would pick a road tyre if you are going to be driving on the road. Slightly less grip but a far better ride. The Achillies tyres are not fantastic so there is probably little difference in the real world.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on September 24, 2009, 05:09:59 PM
I have missed a couple of weeks of chat here.

Cartman - damn impressive at Taupo, you had good lines and your car-set up was brilliant. Grant's cams come in different from yours, yours is way smoother, when he was hitting the back straight he almost seemed to have no actual acceleration from entry to exit where yours was visibly accelerating.

Scott, Grale looked good out there, glad to here your dad has changed the recirc valve to vent out of the system, that compressor surge was going to destroy the turbo pretty cool.  Don't tell him I said this but, try left foot braking, if you get the knack of it you acceleration out of corners will blow you away.

Steve, damn you and Lee were giving that car heaps, you tell who didn't own it though !!!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 24, 2009, 06:42:39 PM
 >:D I had to make up for the lack of power somehow! Na seriously, I thought I was taking it pretty carefully really, no risks, can't afford to go off!

There are some good photos on shutterspeed.

http://www.shutterspeed.co.nz/Public-Events/Fiat-Club-Taupo/9257656_fbFqB#652677770_JUCF6








Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on September 25, 2009, 09:19:48 AM
Quote from: Evil Grale on September 24, 2009, 05:09:59 PM
Scott, Grale looked good out there, glad to here your dad has changed the recirc valve to vent out of the system, that compressor surge was going to destroy the turbo pretty cool.  Don't tell him I said this but, try left foot braking, if you get the knack of it you acceleration out of corners will blow you away.

Yup it made a huge difference doing that, we now get a slight push back into our seat which we didn't get before. Yeah need to learn how to do it, makes for faster driving all round.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 25, 2009, 10:26:48 AM
Quote from: Evil Grale on September 24, 2009, 05:09:59 PM
I have missed a couple of weeks of chat here.

Cartman - damn impressive at Taupo, you had good lines and your car-set up was brilliant. Grant's cams come in different from yours, yours is way smoother, when he was hitting the back straight he almost seemed to have no actual acceleration from entry to exit where yours was visibly accelerating.

Scott, Grale looked good out there, glad to here your dad has changed the recirc valve to vent out of the system, that compressor surge was going to destroy the turbo pretty cool.  Don't tell him I said this but, try left foot braking, if you get the knack of it you acceleration out of corners will blow you away.

Steve, damn you and Lee were giving that car heaps, you tell who didn't own it though !!!!!

Cheers Mike, yep the car felt really good.  Interesting comment about the difference between mine & Grunters cams, I thought he had the same set up as me.  He may have been going through the chicane in 3rd?  I tried that and it meant I was off cam coming onto the straight, which was no good at all, so I was going down to 2nd to get the drive onto the straight.  The Honda requires a very different driving style to the Abarth, in that I'd just go through in 3rd and use the torque.

Scott - left foot braking makes such a difference with a turbo car doesn't it?  I left foot brake when I'm driving the Coupe on the street and it means you can slingshot out of slow corners very nicely  ;)

Steve - Lee was obviously trying pretty hard, he spun in front of me in practice!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 25, 2009, 06:54:21 PM
How do you guys left foot brake at Taupo, or any other circuit for that matter? I need to change down a gear on every brake application. The turbo was the same as the 16V just up a whole gear. The whole lap is like 3rd 4th brake 3rd 4th brake 3rd 4th brake.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on September 27, 2009, 05:18:40 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on September 25, 2009, 06:54:21 PM
How do you guys left foot brake at Taupo, or any other circuit for that matter? I need to change down a gear on every brake application. The turbo was the same as the 16V just up a whole gear. The whole lap is like 3rd 4th brake 3rd 4th brake 3rd 4th brake.


I have big feet so was easy, heel-toe for the gear changes then back to left foot braking for the control through the corner
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on September 27, 2009, 05:19:21 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on September 25, 2009, 06:54:21 PM
How do you guys left foot brake at Taupo, or any other circuit for that matter? I need to change down a gear on every brake application. The turbo was the same as the 16V just up a whole gear. The whole lap is like 3rd 4th brake 3rd 4th brake 3rd 4th brake.


oh yeah, and complete lack of mechanical sympathy helped  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 27, 2009, 08:57:23 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on September 27, 2009, 05:18:40 PM
I have big feet so was easy, heel-toe for the gear changes then back to left foot braking for the control through the corner

Yep as Mike says left foot braking to balance the car through some of the high speed stuff.  And if for example I get on the gas too early into turn one at Taupo and the nose pushes wide, I left foot brake to get it back into line.  I was left foot braking in the autoX, worked a treat  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 06, 2009, 06:25:13 PM
Saw some photos that Mal took from a swap meet in Italy.... OMG! he needs a container for all the stuff i want him to bring me back
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on October 06, 2009, 07:35:41 PM
Is he bring bits and pieces back or just a holiday?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 06, 2009, 08:31:19 PM
well he says its a holiday, but how could he resist? hope he brings some cool stuff back.... i was wanting him to smuggle me back the Lancia Fulvia chillin at the swap meet
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 06, 2009, 09:47:10 PM
Mal will bring back things to sell...as sure as the wind blowing in wellington this year ;)

Speaking of Fulvias, i sold the alfa to a guy here in wellington and he has sent his Fulvia to Oz to get restored....1.6 hf..... nice!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on October 07, 2009, 08:33:14 AM
i put a request in and cant wait for him to get back!  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on October 07, 2009, 09:18:49 AM
So anyone taking bets on how much Mal exceeds his luggage weight limit on his return...?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on October 07, 2009, 07:24:17 PM
Quote from: ritmo on October 06, 2009, 09:47:10 PM
Mal will bring back things to sell...as sure as the wind blowing in wellington this year ;)

Wind, what wind, I never noticed any in the weekend
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on October 07, 2009, 07:24:57 PM
Quote from: spooln on October 07, 2009, 09:18:49 AM
So anyone taking bets on how much Mal exceeds his luggage weight limit on his return...?
I put my money on a tonne
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 07, 2009, 09:03:31 PM
i think he will end up talking to dad and trying to scam a container and cheap freight :P or he's already bought stuff and had it shipped to his business already??
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on October 08, 2009, 05:09:20 PM
I spotted a Fiat tractor for sale today in Matamata.
Retro styling  8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 13, 2009, 07:25:35 PM
Saw the yambina off this afternoon. going to its new home in palmy north
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on October 14, 2009, 09:17:13 AM
well i am chuffed, i've just managed to secure a new set of red/clear lights for the uno.
Never seen another uno in NZ with them and i have been after sopme for bloody ages!
With the strength of the $ against the GBP it's worked out relatively cheap too!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on October 14, 2009, 12:31:16 PM
I think Alex has some too.

I bought a set of Mk2 lenses once that were incorrectly packaged. They were actually Mk1 lenses but red/clear and smoked like a Mk2! Probably fror some South American market. I sent them back!  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on October 14, 2009, 07:56:31 PM
Quote from: 124dude on October 13, 2009, 07:25:35 PM
Saw the yambina off this afternoon. going to its new home in palmy north
who bought it Scott ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 15, 2009, 07:42:50 AM
uhm a guy named Mike Price.... has had alfa race cars and personally knows nelson hartly, brandons brother :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on October 29, 2009, 07:45:45 AM
I posted this Fiat 850 Special earlier in the year but I couldnt find my post:

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi42.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fe348%2FGolfboy666gti%2Ffiat850.jpg&hash=e9c92a0889a8b7dcd42b4e6579a3dc06aedbe19d)

I found the car stored at my GF's Fathers farm, the owner of the car had only paid storage fees once in like the last 18 months so the owner decided to just give the car to the GF's Father. Will be interesting to see what happens to it.
Any idea what its worth? From what the GF's Father was told there is only meant to be one of these 850 Specials left on NZ roads these days?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on October 29, 2009, 08:37:07 AM
Hmm, cant remember the last tim I saw one. Superbike engine transplant....?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on October 29, 2009, 05:06:06 PM
Depends on how solid it is Nik, looks like there's a spot of rust on the drivers A pillar.

The 850 sedan is the least desirable of the 850 range (the others being the Sport and the Spyder).... based on prices of the Sport I'd say an 850 Sedan in good condition is worth $5k tops, so one in rough condition is probably only worth a few hundy, maybe $1k (depending on just how rough it is and whether the rego is still live)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on October 29, 2009, 07:42:55 PM
850 spyder hmmmmmmmmm http://bringatrailer.com/2009/08/31/abarth-ot1000-tribute-1965-fiat-race-project/
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on October 29, 2009, 08:02:47 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on October 29, 2009, 05:06:06 PM
Depends on how solid it is Nik, looks like there's a spot of rust on the drivers A pillar.

The 850 sedan is the least desirable of the 850 range (the others being the Sport and the Spyder).... based on prices of the Sport I'd say an 850 Sedan in good condition is worth $5k tops, so one in rough condition is probably only worth a few hundy, maybe $1k (depending on just how rough it is and whether the rego is still live)

Thanks for that.
Im keen on going out to the farm and giving it a clean to see what its like under all the dust.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 01, 2009, 01:06:14 PM
anyone done a rear crank seal on a 124 or something similar before? got me a bit of an oil leak from there. got seal already, just wanting to know if its a half day or full day sorta job?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 01, 2009, 09:41:20 PM
Not too bad Scott. Allow a day tho ;D

Agree with Brett Nik, the car is the least desireable of all the 850s but all you need is someone keen to restore one and it should sell.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 01, 2009, 09:53:50 PM
Saw a Lancia Fulvia Zagato at Pukekohe today.  Had a yarn with the owner, turns out he brought 4 of them to NZ when he emigrated.  He's sold one and kept the other three - there are 6 in NZ and he has half of them!  Good guy, he also maintains the Integrale register... he was quite shocked when, having asked me if I was familiar with the Integrale, I told him I know at least 5 people with one!  I gave him my card so I'll flick his details to you Ritmo and EvilGrale (and your dad 124dude) when he contacts me
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 01, 2009, 09:58:28 PM
Saw one being restored in CHCH years ago. Apparently personal import on and Italian Civil engineer working on the Clyde dam or so the story wend. Nice motors.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 02, 2009, 04:28:06 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on November 01, 2009, 09:53:50 PM
Saw a Lancia Fulvia Zagato at Pukekohe today.  Had a yarn with the owner, turns out he brought 4 of them to NZ when he emigrated.  He's sold one and kept the other three - there are 6 in NZ and he has half of them!  Good guy, he also maintains the Integrale register... he was quite shocked when, having asked me if I was familiar with the Integrale, I told him I know at least 5 people with one!  I gave him my card so I'll flick his details to you Ritmo and EvilGrale (and your dad 124dude) when he contacts me

Cool, seem to recall his name being Onno or ono Le Roy or something along those lines. I - just this morning - got a list of the Integrale register. Quite cool reading and Lowe/Sutton one on there and Ray Oates listed but not Mikes.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 02, 2009, 04:29:21 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 02, 2009, 04:28:06 PM
Cool, seem to recall his name being Onno or ono Le Roy or something along those lines. I - just this morning - got a list of the Integrale register. Quite cool reading and Lowe/Sutton one on there and Ray Oates listed but not Mikes.

rays is Mikes isnt it?  ???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 02, 2009, 05:51:01 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on November 02, 2009, 04:29:21 PM
rays is Mikes isnt it?  ???

Nope one each ;) Ray took his to OZ
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 02, 2009, 06:41:34 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 02, 2009, 05:51:01 PM
Nope one each ;) Ray took his to OZ

greedy f***ers
share 'em out boys!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 02, 2009, 08:49:38 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 02, 2009, 04:28:06 PM
Cool, seem to recall his name being Onno or ono Le Roy or something along those lines. I - just this morning - got a list of the Integrale register. Quite cool reading and Lowe/Sutton one on there and Ray Oates listed but not Mikes.

Yep that's him, he has these two:
http://www.carjam.co.nz/car/?plate=1onno1
http://www.carjam.co.nz/car/?plate=IONNOI

He reckons there's 18 Monte Carlos in NZ, including an 037 replica being built in Mangaweka - does Nick know about this?  Apparently the guy just went to Oz recently to measure up a real one over there.

Was Greg Paul on the register?  In fact, flick the email to me if you don't mind  :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 02, 2009, 09:53:43 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on November 02, 2009, 08:49:38 PM
Yep that's him, he has these two:
http://www.carjam.co.nz/car/?plate=1onno1
http://www.carjam.co.nz/car/?plate=IONNOI

He reckons there's 18 Monte Carlos in NZ, including an 037 replica being built in Mangaweka - does Nick know about this?  Apparently the guy just went to Oz recently to measure up a real one over there.

Was Greg Paul on the register?  In fact, flick the email to me if you don't mind  :)

swt mate, pm me your email addy. Yip both Gregs grales on there.
Yip that's the guy Onno, had his mint grey grale on trademe about 6 months ago but didn't sell.

Yeah the 037 rep is Alan Carter aka cartoni build. He went to OZ...with Nick. Sorta jumped on Nicks contact but having another one is cool. Will be cool to see them. Have seen Nicks shell( well a tub ) and very cool.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 02, 2009, 10:15:47 PM
I wondered if it was Carteroni... but then I sold my Delta HF to a guy from Mangaweka and I'm pretty sure it wasn't Alan, so I figured there's possibly more than one Lancia fan in Mangaweka!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on November 02, 2009, 10:21:15 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on October 18, 2009, 08:24:39 PM
Mint looking bright red Lancia Delta Integrale in passing through Ohingaiti (SH1) on Friday

This was only 10km from Mangaweka, wonder if it lived there?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 02, 2009, 10:49:42 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on November 02, 2009, 10:21:15 PM
This was only 10km from Mangaweka, wonder if it lived there?

There is a chap with two grales in Taihape ;) One a mint red 8v and grey 16v. Prob his 8v rambo.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on November 02, 2009, 10:52:06 PM
Ahh ok, sure did look awesome anyhow 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 02, 2009, 11:02:26 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on November 02, 2009, 10:52:06 PM
Ahh ok, sure did look awesome anyhow 8)

They do look cool. It was on trademe about a year ago but didn't sell.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 03, 2009, 08:35:38 AM
Random Fiorino Turbo conversion:

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg62.imageshack.us%2Fimg62%2F1088%2Ffiatfiorinopickupsn.jpg&hash=63f8743e7c4ff0dd93c3c6fa89b317bce3af4987)

Both of those rego's are to a guy in Drury
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 04, 2009, 07:35:30 PM
Simmons should be here next week  8)....finally. Thy must of bloody rowed the boat from LA.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 04, 2009, 10:07:42 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on November 02, 2009, 06:41:34 PM
greedy f***ers
share 'em out boys!
only share women, not cars  :P

Whats this about a Grale register ? Am I not invited cos mine isn't NZ registered

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 04, 2009, 10:09:04 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 01, 2009, 09:41:20 PM

Agree with Brett Nik, the car is the least desireable of all the 850s but all you need is someone keen to restore one and it should sell.

Said by a man who isn't familiar with Ug
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 05, 2009, 07:21:12 AM
Quote from: Evil Grale on November 04, 2009, 10:09:04 PM
Said by a man who isn't familiar with Ug

Ug?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 05, 2009, 08:03:10 AM
Me buying a 130 TC abarth race car today ;D
I have always liked Fiats as well and i figure if I spend 3-4 grand fitting out my golf as a racer it would still only be worth 3k.
If I buy this car thats already done I will have a golf worth 3k and a race fiat thats worth 4k, so if i need to cash up i can. In fact I think this car is a bargain at the price.
Old lucky no 13 that's been on TM for a while.
I think the fiat will handle better than the golf, the rear end is more planted. Plus I think I can run with the Alfas with a fiat cant I?
The owner says he's raced golfs at Taupo and beat them :) Maybe not a ABF golf but who cares I want to stay in the classics.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 05, 2009, 08:16:56 AM
Quote from: BB on November 05, 2009, 08:03:10 AM
Me buying a 130 TC abarth race car today ;D
I have always liked Fiats as well and i figure if I spend 3-4 grand fitting out my golf as a racer it would still only be worth 3k.
If I buy this car thats already done I will have a golf worth 3k and a race fiat thats worth 4k, so if i need to cash up i can. In fact I think this car is a bargain at the price.
Old lucky no 13 that's been on TM for a while.
I think the fiat will handle better than the golf, the rear end is more planted. Plus I think I can run with the Alfas with a fiat cant I?
The owner says he's raced golfs at Taupo and beat them :) Maybe not a ABF golf but who cares I want to stay in the classics.

Haha, if its that red one thats been on TM for ages, both Matt and I smoked that thing.
Oh and as most of you are aware I do like 130's so Im not a hater :)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 05, 2009, 09:24:11 AM
Quote from: BB on November 05, 2009, 08:03:10 AM
Me buying a 130 TC abarth race car today ;D
I have always liked Fiats as well and i figure if I spend 3-4 grand fitting out my golf as a racer it would still only be worth 3k.
If I buy this car thats already done I will have a golf worth 3k and a race fiat thats worth 4k, so if i need to cash up i can. In fact I think this car is a bargain at the price.
Old lucky no 13 that's been on TM for a while.
I think the fiat will handle better than the golf, the rear end is more planted. Plus I think I can run with the Alfas with a fiat cant I?
The owner says he's raced golfs at Taupo and beat them :) Maybe not a ABF golf but who cares I want to stay in the classics.

good stuff Gem. Good buying if it is that one on TM
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 05, 2009, 05:32:27 PM
Yep its the one on TM, I paid a $200 deposit amd owe $3800 in two weeks when my funds clear.

Yes Im not sure why he said that then Nik, he said he thought he was quicker through the corners but you guys were faster on the straights?
Anyway I don't care its supposedly 130hp as standard. I took it for a blast and its not bad, not as good as the ABF by a fair bit but its still a honker. i will tidy it up a wee bit and try to cure a bit of the terrible Fiat steering shake when you hit a few bumps :o Its needs a strut brace and this and that, shocks rebuilt etc.
Im quite glad its standard because everything I do will be my work and I will have some fun trying to make it faster.
Im thinking cams would be good but who knows, ill see what pops up in the Fiat circles for cheap.

I am glad to have a Fiat really as there are more clubs that do racing with Fiats. Can you run a Fiat in with the Alfas?

The other reason I bought it is that I am really wanting to do some hill climbs and do more club things and the guy over the road has a Fiat (Brett, yellow Uno with super light everything) so I know I can buddy up with him.
Plus its all caged, ready to go.
My VW is worth about 3k, if I fitted it with a cage and seats and blah blah it cost me 3k but my VW would still be worth only 4k max. This way I can take my time and build a nice VW GTI and raise its value a bit plus have a genuine Fiat Abarth race car that unless i bin it its always going to be worth the 4k I have paid if not slightly more once I have improved it as well.

I went online to utube, and looked up strada abarths and to be honest they are as horny as golfs ;D My dad raced Fiats.

Go the Fiat.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 05, 2009, 05:56:16 PM
Quote from: BB on November 05, 2009, 05:32:27 PM
Yep its the one on TM, I paid a $200 deposit amd owe $3800 in two weeks when my funds clear.

Yes Im not sure why he said that then Nik, he said he thought he was quicker through the corners but you guys were faster on the straights?
Anyway I don't care its supposedly 130hp as standard. I took it for a blast and its not bad, not as good as the ABF by a fair bit but its still a honker. i will tidy it up a wee bit and try to cure a bit of the terrible Fiat steering shake when you hit a few bumps :o Its needs a strut brace and this and that, shocks rebuilt etc.
Im quite glad its standard because everything I do will be my work and I will have some fun trying to make it faster.
Im thinking cams would be good but who knows, ill see what pops up in the Fiat circles for cheap.

I am glad to have a Fiat really as there are more clubs that do racing with Fiats. Can you run a Fiat in with the Alfas?

The other reason I bought it is that I am really wanting to do some hill climbs and do more club things and the guy over the road has a Fiat (Brett, yellow Uno with super light everything) so I know I can buddy up with him.
Plus its all caged, ready to go.
My VW is worth about 3k, if I fitted it with a cage and seats and blah blah it cost me 3k but my VW would still be worth only 4k max. This way I can take my time and build a nice VW GTI and raise its value a bit plus have a genuine Fiat Abarth race car that unless i bin it its always going to be worth the 4k I have paid if not slightly more once I have improved it as well.

I went online to utube, and looked up strada abarths and to be honest they are as horny as golfs ;D My dad raced Fiats.

Go the Fiat.

Well done Jem.
When do you pick the car up?
Ive never seen Fiats racing in the Alfa class, you'll have to race with Dad and Paul in there Golfs.

As of this year there is a NZ based Fiat forum http://www.fiatcarclub.co.nz/forum/ some of those guys might have some good advice for what to do with the 130.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 05, 2009, 06:06:48 PM
Thanks Nik ;D What about racing with you and matt in your golfs? See if you can still smoke it! Probably can :P
But yea its good to have a cage, Thats what you need.
And in a way Im kinda into the whole carby thing, are the solexes any good or does every man and their dog want to fit Webbers?

I will join up that site and see if I can manage to get into some sort of a bloody argument and upset them all as much as I seem to do here, even tho I never really want too :-[ :-[ :-\

I'm sorry Noel :'(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 05, 2009, 06:07:23 PM
Ahh thats good news!! Forget the fellas name but his son races a blue 127. There's a few guys on the fiat forum who are building up or have built up 130s so plenty of knowledge. Unfortunately, the only 130 part i have is a set of extractors, originally gifted from Ritmo, that if needed, they have your name on it. Unless you want them back terry :P :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: HaNs on November 05, 2009, 06:08:39 PM
When do you pick it up? Will come round and have a look.

You officially have a excessive amount of cars now!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 05, 2009, 06:08:42 PM
Quote from: BB on November 05, 2009, 06:06:48 PM
And in a way Im kinda into the whole carby thing, are the solexes any good or does every man and their dog want to fit Webbers?

Uhm from what i've heard, no, they av as. But Dell'ortos on the other hand...... :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 05, 2009, 06:10:22 PM
Quote from: BB on March 10, 2009, 07:39:40 PM
They handle like crap those Fiats, I'd have mk1 golf any day.


hahahaha would you like cream with your humble pie Jem?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 05, 2009, 06:12:51 PM
Nothing exceeds like excess Hans ;D
I'm loving it! Just hope I can get to use it enough now!
Bring some stickers to put on it Hans ;)
I get it on the 19th, when my funds clear.
Just got to join a club now and get a club sport licence.
What club should I join for this you other Fiat boys?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 05, 2009, 06:20:08 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 05, 2009, 06:10:22 PM

hahahaha would you like cream with your humble pie Jem?

  ??? I'm chewing on a hat at the moment......let me know what flavor pie your offering....or is it a crap sandwich I should be eating.........I wonder what sort of evil spiteful mood I was in when I said that!

To be honest the steering does fell awfully shakey and the 125 I had was pretty dreadful .....aha it that story of the austin maxi with the two chatting chicks dragging me off into central Otago isn't it!
Well I would have a golf over a standard 125, mind you mine was worn out and they are a very big car with a massive boot so tail heavy they would be.

The 130 abarth is a totally different beast!
The 128 I had wasn't great in handling but I bet it could be made to be.
Are they transverse as well or two cart springs?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 05, 2009, 06:20:52 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on November 05, 2009, 07:21:12 AM
Ug?

A race prepared 850 sedan with a Fiat twin cam in the back... I think it has an 1800cc
It's as fast as it is Ugly... unfortunately it was rolled at Taupo 10-15 years ago and the owner hasn't had the $$$ to fix it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 05, 2009, 06:21:31 PM
Ok seriously now Jem...what were you thinking getting the 80s coolest hot hatch?

The solxes are fine as long as you don't want to rejet them(all bits very hard to get)

Fiat club waikato best club to join.

Replace the bushes and engine mounts and go racing. (can get at fiatparts.co.nz)

The twincams are bulletproof, you'll love it.

Yeah scotty if you're not using extractors i wouldn't mind spare set back. ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 05, 2009, 06:36:39 PM
The clutch has been done and he says it has the correct FX ? Gearbox. How bullet proof are they?

How come nobody else brought it do you think? Cause nobody else is as cool as I am?

It need front pads and I need a Brantz thing and a lap timer thing I guess. Also some race suit and gloves and a fire head thing. I just got given some awsum race shoes! Thanks Choppy.

Anyone that has any cheap 2nd hand stuff they want to give to me as a sponsor I will put stickers on for you and wax lyrical about you when I'm famous. :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 05, 2009, 06:37:36 PM
Jem, good work on the new acquisition and welcome to the world of pain that it 130TC ownership!!
Your car isn't mechanically modified and hence has a fair bit of potential (my way of politely saying it's not that fast!!)  ;D >:D  Haha its fast enough to have fun though

I'm sure Derek has beat Mk1 Golf GTIs - there's the white one that Dutch(?) is restoring, either he or the previous owner did some Fiat Club events and got smoked by the 130's

Old fashioned upgrades for a 130TC - cams, carbs & compression.  Solexes are average - Weber DCOE 45s are way better but not cheap.  130's do respond well to a free flow exhaust - mine gained over 10% increase in power by going to a 2.5" system with a couple of mufflers, I'd start with that (but you need a friendly WOF man to overlook the noise!)

I can see you're going to need to come up to speed with your Fiat history, the Ritmo/Strada was little more than the 128 with a different body...

Transverse leaf at the rear.  Front end shakes are probably suspension bushes, if not that then it could be front brakes

Join the Fiat Club Waikato, I think the membership form is on www.fiatcarclub.co.nz.  Cheap as chips - about $20 for 6 months and no joining fee.

I don't think you'll be able to do the Trofeo series racing, but you should be ok for any other events the Alfa Club do - they're certainly invited to all the Fiat Club events.  But you're better off just doing FCW and Hamilton Car Club events anyway

124dude, Derek Batchelor is the name you're thinking of
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 05, 2009, 06:45:48 PM
Quote from: BB on November 05, 2009, 06:36:39 PM
The clutch has been done and he says it has the correct FX ? Gearbox. How bullet proof are they?

How come nobody else brought it do you think? Cause nobody else is as cool as I am?

It need front pads and I need a Brantz thing and a lap timer thing I guess. Also some race suit and gloves and a fire head thing. I just got given some awsum race shoes! Thanks Choppy.

Anyone that has any cheap 2nd hand stuff they want to give to me as a sponsor I will put stickers on for you and wax lyrical about you when I'm famous. :)

ZF gearbox.  Yeah they're pretty strong... you can't get output shaft bearing these days (you'll find that's increasingly common for Abarth parts).  A good secondhand supply of bits available though - start by asking Ritmo for anything you need!

Front pads - I use Metal Kings with slotted front rotors in mine and they do the job just fine

No need for a Brantz unless you're doing some rallying

Call Pam at Maurice Thomson Motors - they do a Clubsport starter kit with some nice OMP gear for a very good price
http://www.thomsonmotors.net/Contact+Us.html
They also built the cage in your car, if you talk to Maurice he'll know it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 05, 2009, 07:28:37 PM
Thanks guys I feel at home in the Fiat family already!
Why pain ? are they fragile? what breaks on them?

I may have a booster issue? I see that its written on a receipt that comes with the car.
And the ignition? do you advance and retard it by turning the dizzy or is it all done by the crank sensor? can you mod that ECU thing?
It has extractors.
The shaking just feels like the whole front shaking, I think its just different to my golf which actually takes bumps very well now. I will check all the bushes, and unions and shafts ball joints etc. There seems to be nolathene on the engine mounts and around here and there anyway. He says the lower control arms are new too, tho can you do the bushes only on these?

I hear you can up the compression with 1800 pistons? Will they still run on pump gas if you do?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 05, 2009, 08:12:09 PM
Well done BB, you will really enjoy the 130TC. More brutish and less refinement that the Mk1, but it a race car after all.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 06, 2009, 10:18:10 AM
slowly the Fiat contingent is growing on VASK!  >:D

Dilemma, Uno Turbo that needs work and is going to be a bit of track fun or Bravo HGT that is mint with low km's and could be a good daily as well as a track car.....

Just working a deal on one as a trade and i've driven it and love it  :-\
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 06, 2009, 12:07:04 PM
Have had a bravo hgt for about a month, Clive drop me a pm and i can tell you all about them.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 06, 2009, 12:12:45 PM
Told my neighbour bout it and he thinks its great news.

hey another thing, when i was checking it over a bit it seemed to have a miss at idle, I couldn't really notice it driving it tho.
I squeezed shut the brak booster line and it didn't make too much difference so thats good and the booster was supposedly recoed in 02.
And i gave it a compression test and it was 200-210 even pretty much over the 4 so just wondering do they do that at idle cause they are quite cammy?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 06, 2009, 09:34:40 PM
Welcome to thefamily Jem.
The pain of owning a 130 is probably more the love affair then actual pain, you know how women are difficult, they have nothing on a Fiat  :'(

You just keep talking to Ritmo, what he doesn't actually know he can find out soon enough for ya from the only guy that might know more about them.

Fiat Club is the one to join, the run a fairly cool winter series and you have access to various other car clubs events through affiliation.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 06, 2009, 09:40:33 PM
Quote from: BB on November 06, 2009, 12:12:45 PM
Told my neighbour bout it and he thinks its great news.

hey another thing, when i was checking it over a bit it seemed to have a miss at idle, I couldn't really notice it driving it tho.
I squeezed shut the brak booster line and it didn't make too much difference so thats good and the booster was supposedly recoed in 02.
And i gave it a compression test and it was 200-210 even pretty much over the 4 so just wondering do they do that at idle cause they are quite cammy?

Good compression there Jem. No too lumpy at idle Jem so could be airleak or idle screw. Check the rubber plates between carbs and inlet manifold for airleak or the small hoses between the carbs.
What rpm does it idle at? If less than 800 to 900 rpm the idle needs to adjusted up abit.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 06, 2009, 10:59:21 PM
Im sure i can keep up with the Fiat  ;) I have had almost every trick in the book thrown at me by euro cars tho im sure the carbs and stuff will keep me entertained.
To be honest he said it  been reliable as And the engines are strong so really everything else is just down to good maintenance isnt it?
And I don't mind the odd electrical fault on a fiat, I'm not easily phased these days.
I cant wait to get my hands on it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 07, 2009, 08:29:54 AM
Quote from: BB on November 06, 2009, 10:59:21 PM
Im sure i can keep up with the Fiat  ;) I have had almost every trick in the book thrown at me by euro cars tho im sure the carbs and stuff will keep me entertained.
To be honest he said it  been reliable as And the engines are strong so really everything else is just down to good maintenance isnt it?
And I don't mind the odd electrical fault on a fiat, I'm not easily phased these days.
I cant wait to get my hands on it.

Have you looked at those rubber blocks that Terry said about, we had to replace them on Dads ex's 130.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 07, 2009, 10:19:07 AM
Yep they look ok but I will pull the carbs and this and that (sump) to stop it leaking oil and to make sure everything is clean and green.
Its just a strange kinda miss at idle but as i say you cant really tell when you drive just when you stand and listen to the exhaust at the back.
I will put up some photos and stuff when I get it on the 19th.

Will probibly have to open another photobucket I cant remmeber what stupid name i made up.....why do i do that ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 07, 2009, 04:19:38 PM
these weber 45's are pretty cheap, and would go well on your 130 Jem:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Car-parts-accessories/Ford/Other/auction-252250518.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on November 07, 2009, 04:39:56 PM
Quote from: BB on November 07, 2009, 10:19:07 AM
Yep they look ok but I will pull the carbs and this and that (sump) to stop it leaking oil and to make sure everything is clean and green.
Its just a strange kinda miss at idle but as i say you cant really tell when you drive just when you stand and listen to the exhaust at the back.
I will put up some photos and stuff when I get it on the 19th.

Will probibly have to open another photobucket I cant remmeber what stupid name i made up.....why do i do that ::)
log in under your email address and hit can't remember password. it will email it to you.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 09, 2009, 05:53:16 PM
some photos of the battle stricken abarth

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi601.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt97%2F124dude%2FOur%2520Cars%2FDSCF1155.jpg&hash=bed3cecebf3e37d4fca2ae901ae0576c1d14825b)
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(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi601.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt97%2F124dude%2FOur%2520Cars%2FDSCF1157.jpg&hash=ff391e8230db4e1fcc14924bbe5520663e56efe3)
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi601.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt97%2F124dude%2FOur%2520Cars%2FDSCF1158.jpg&hash=d51c8f066c06b70e001bcf9e54051aaef798af8f)
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi601.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt97%2F124dude%2FOur%2520Cars%2FDSCF1159.jpg&hash=c9afb2f06da7f66abd25658838ca61fcf4406f69)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 09, 2009, 06:19:06 PM
Oh ouch, I bet Mike is pretty gutted
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 09, 2009, 06:19:27 PM
Beyond help Scott, throw it my way :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 09, 2009, 06:22:52 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 09, 2009, 06:19:27 PM
Beyond help Scott, throw it my way :P
where the hell are you gonna find a parts car from though T
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 09, 2009, 06:28:51 PM
i seem to have this uncanny ability Mike ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 09, 2009, 07:05:57 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 09, 2009, 06:28:51 PM
i seem to have this uncanny ability Mike ;D
oh how true
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 09, 2009, 07:07:24 PM
ha nah he's not that gutted, it is motor sport after all and he got on TV for his sponsors. Theres a parts car in our shed too terry :P and those photos are with the duct tape still on, looks worse with it off
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 09, 2009, 08:09:24 PM
Quote from: spooln on November 04, 2009, 07:35:30 PM
Simmons should be here next week  8)....finally. They must of bloody rowed the boat from LA.

Picked up today, and yoy ar always a bit nervious to see if thing from overseas are in as good a condition as they first appeared. Well they look like they are either have never been used, or fully restored to look like new. Very happy. 4 inches of dish on the front, and 5.5 inches on the rear  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 09, 2009, 08:23:57 PM
can't wait to see them on the car, might have to invite myself around for a squizz
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 09, 2009, 09:07:30 PM
Poor little car.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 09, 2009, 09:09:58 PM
Quote from: db_222 on November 07, 2009, 04:19:38 PM
these weber 45's are pretty cheap, and would go well on your 130 Jem:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Car-parts-accessories/Ford/Other/auction-252250518.htm

How much better would it go with just these carbs?
And thanks Brendon true, forgot bout that.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 10, 2009, 12:09:37 PM
Quote from: BB on November 09, 2009, 09:09:58 PM
How much better would it go with just these carbs?
And thanks Brendon true, forgot bout that.

Breath better, but would stick with 40s for the time being. Only worth going bigger carbs if cams and compression done aswell. And exhaust as bigbumper said.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 10, 2009, 05:18:31 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on November 09, 2009, 08:23:57 PM
can't wait to see them on the car, might have to invite myself around for a squizz


I'll crash that party ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 10, 2009, 08:19:16 PM
How about a fiat get together at some stage in the near future?

PS does anyone kow about the X19 that was on TM 3 or so years ago, had a Uno Turbo motor all built for it, and had a widened body aka Dallara (but apparently all metal)?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 10, 2009, 09:02:16 PM
First week of dec. ;)

No on the x19 Neil...but know someone who will know...give me a day.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 10, 2009, 10:27:17 PM
Quote from: spooln on November 10, 2009, 08:19:16 PM
How about a fiat get together at some stage in the near future?

a fiat vask meet?? sounds pretty choice as bro :P

Quote from: ritmo on November 10, 2009, 09:02:16 PM
First week of dec. ;)

that when your heading north terry?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on November 10, 2009, 10:50:14 PM
Need to get myself a Fiat on short notice so I can attend.
Unless someone has more than 1 fiat they would like some assistance taking :angel:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on November 10, 2009, 10:55:48 PM
this would be very cool

http://www.te.co.nz/te-motors/Cars/Fiat/131-S-Mirafiori/adId-5331262.htm (http://www.te.co.nz/te-motors/Cars/Fiat/131-S-Mirafiori/adId-5331262.htm)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 10, 2009, 11:04:51 PM
Quote from: 124dude on November 10, 2009, 10:27:17 PM
a fiat vask meet?? sounds pretty choice as bro :P

that when your heading north terry?



Yeah looks like it. Can't get this fri off, nxt fri no, the next weekend is the bosses b'day so then it's merry dec. So first week of dec sounds like a great time to have fiat meeting ;D

I have a couple fiats Softlad..pick up from welly? ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on November 10, 2009, 11:16:14 PM
If things were a little less hectic & everyday life was a holiday I'd be there
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 10, 2009, 11:36:35 PM
Fiat get together sounds like a great idea  :)
No vdub owners with their really original rust jokes  ::) ;)
Unless of course they bring a Fiat (don't worry, Terry has enough for everyone)
First w/e of Dec works for me... don't think I'll be able to get Abarth back on the road by then (aim is by the end of summer) so I'll bring the Coupe

Neil - did you see FCW had a fun run last weekend?  They stopped in at Gavin & Myles place to check out the F40 they have there (yes, a genuine one!)

And where was that X1/9?  I remember a Dallara-esque metal wide body X1/9 from a few years back, had the plate 4CEFED and a Croma/Thema turbo motor at the time.  Was red then yellow, hasn't been seen for a number of years.  Otherwise I know of a few UnoT-powered X's, none with Dallara bodies though

That 131S reminds me of a 4dr 131R 8) without the 2L
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 11, 2009, 08:06:15 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on November 10, 2009, 11:36:35 PM
Fiat get together sounds like a great idea  :)
No vdub owners with their really original rust jokes  ::) ;)
Unless of course they bring a Fiat (don't worry, Terry has enough for everyone)
First w/e of Dec works for me... don't think I'll be able to get Abarth back on the road by then (aim is by the end of summer) so I'll bring the Coupe

Neil - did you see FCW had a fun run last weekend?  They stopped in at Gavin & Myles place to check out the F40 they have there (yes, a genuine one!)

And where was that X1/9?  I remember a Dallara-esque metal wide body X1/9 from a few years back, had the plate 4CEFED and a Croma/Thema turbo motor at the time.  Was red then yellow, hasn't been seen for a number of years.  Otherwise I know of a few UnoT-powered X's, none with Dallara bodies though

That 131S reminds me of a 4dr 131R 8) without the 2L

Who is Gavin & Myles?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 11, 2009, 08:11:17 AM
gee's i hate work sometimes.
I am working first but have second weekend totally free :(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 11, 2009, 08:20:35 AM
Should just bring the Fiats down to the water front. We have BMWs there already.
Is there a Fiat forum like Vask or is vask so unique that's why your all here too ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 11, 2009, 09:08:01 AM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on November 11, 2009, 08:06:15 AM
Who is Gavin & Myles?


Father & son car collectors & restorers.  Myles restored that white E30 M3 down your way, and they've won Ellerslie Concours numerous times.  They always have some awesome projects on the go - they're doing some touch up work on the F40, and building a pair of aircraft-engined 1930's Bentley replicas

Quote from: BB on November 11, 2009, 08:20:35 AM
Should just bring the Fiats down to the water front. We have BMWs there already.
Is there a Fiat forum like Vask or is vask so unique that's why your all here too ;)

There's a forum but it ain't like VASK!  There's certainly no Dirty Oil... perhaps you could start some Jem  ;)
http://www.fiatcarclub.co.nz/forum
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 11, 2009, 10:33:52 AM
December work for me either weekend. Yes I saw the FCW meet, but was looking after all the kids last weekend so couldnt make it. Working in with the Vask meets also work for me, as they are all great cars and Im sure everyone would appreciate chance to have a look and a chat.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 14, 2009, 09:30:42 AM
Fiat Abarth 500 Trophy:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOJ0s9P3JIY&feature=sub

Got to love that 595 at the start of the clip.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 14, 2009, 09:36:58 AM
I still prefer the older one
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: cpncrash on November 15, 2009, 11:45:09 PM
Hi,

My mate has just bought a 91 Fiat Uno, is there any recommended places for new parts, NZ and or Overseas?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 16, 2009, 01:53:39 PM
Sure is, take your pick from:

Italian Autos in Otahuhu, Auckland
Dino Enterprises in Cambridge
Maurice Thomson Motors in Te Awamutu

All 3 do parts (new and used) & servicing, all regularly used & recommended
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on November 16, 2009, 02:14:22 PM
Euro Italian in Albany
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on November 16, 2009, 06:56:32 PM
Quote from: BB on November 11, 2009, 08:20:35 AM
Should just bring the Fiats down to the water front. We have BMWs there already.
Is there a Fiat forum like Vask or is vask so unique that's why your all here too ;)

Jem do you want it to rust faster?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 16, 2009, 07:43:56 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on November 16, 2009, 06:56:32 PM


Jem do you want it to rust faster?

::)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 16, 2009, 08:32:50 PM
Mocked up the B45s in the weekend

Front 8 inch
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi756.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fxx208%2Fspooln99%2FB45s%2FB45-8inchfront.jpg&hash=6f05e039d4cbee1f49c5462de844fc5cf7e97739)
Rear with 8 inch, a nice fit I think
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi756.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fxx208%2Fspooln99%2FB45s%2FB45-8inchrear.jpg&hash=37f1e3f03627a4e96930a09222928be5acaf5531)
Rear clearance with the 9.5 inch, would require 235-245 wide tyres
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi756.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fxx208%2Fspooln99%2FB45s%2FB45-9-5inchrear2.jpg&hash=f4c7f9631b77876f447bec99e22ad18937ae395b)
Rear clearance with the 9.5 inch
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi756.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fxx208%2Fspooln99%2FB45s%2FB45-9-5inchrear.jpg&hash=b8c1a77e9a385de807515fa9774f83e888cd378b)
Options moving forward is to get Gp4 flares and keep the wheels as is,
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi756.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fxx208%2Fspooln99%2FB45s%2FFiat124Abarth3em.jpg&hash=836cb54f00c3c9bc8e8ddf5e470ba32f436a9200)
or to get smaller lips and target a 6.5-7 inch wheel for the front.

What do you think are the best option?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on November 16, 2009, 08:37:28 PM
Quote from: spooln on November 16, 2009, 08:32:50 PM
Mocked up the B45s in the weekend

Front 8 inch
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi756.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fxx208%2Fspooln99%2FB45s%2FB45-8inchfront.jpg&hash=6f05e039d4cbee1f49c5462de844fc5cf7e97739)

Rear with 8 inch, a nice fit I think
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi756.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fxx208%2Fspooln99%2FB45s%2FB45-8inchrear.jpg&hash=37f1e3f03627a4e96930a09222928be5acaf5531)

Rear clearance with the 9.5 inch, would require 235-245 wide tyres
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Rear clearance with the 9.5 inch
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Options moving forward is to get Gp3 flares and keep as is, or to get smaller lips and target a 6.5-7 inch wheel for the front. What do you think are the best option?


Do you want to sell those? they will look wicked on the Uno!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 16, 2009, 08:40:52 PM
Big fan of period type flares... but i would reduce lip and get under standard guards Neil. Would help the handling also i would imagine. There is a guy in Wellington ...can't think of his name...but Bateman racecars rings a bell. He builds 3 piece rims so can do outer lips to suit. I am happy to help this end with him. Better yet a fiat man to boot. I also have my simmons 15 inch rims in bits if you wanted to try smaller lips. I can post and pick up in a couple weeks when up.

I really like the red. Didn't think i would would but on white car... 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 16, 2009, 08:42:15 PM
Haha not a crap show in hell you fitting them under uno guards. Offset all wrong, nevermind width. I thought you were selling unot?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 16, 2009, 08:43:55 PM
Sale, maybe....Yeah right . Seriously et-25, it would look a rollerskate on an Uno. Just all wrong.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on November 16, 2009, 08:52:35 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 16, 2009, 08:42:15 PM
Haha not a s**t show in hell you fitting them under uno guards. Offset all wrong, nevermind width. I thought you were selling unot?

Haha i'll raise the suspension, yeah im selling it but it would still be nice to look at while i still have it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on November 16, 2009, 09:08:54 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on November 16, 2009, 08:52:35 PM
Haha i'll raise the suspension, yeah im selling it but it would still be nice to look at while i still have it

You need to keep a car for more than 5 minutes ;) :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 16, 2009, 09:15:46 PM
Neil you have such a lovely Spyder, I cringe at the thought of cutting up its guards.  Even screwing on some flares worries me!  'Cos once you go for the flares, be they big or small, it's going to be very difficult (well, expensive) to go back.

I can't help but wonder how the big flares will look without the spotlights & vents etc.  Plus Terry's right, there's the handling to consider.

You'd also have to ditch the bumpers?  And would you paint the flares white, or a contrasting colour?

There was a 124 Spyder on TM a couple of times in the last year or two, black car on grey Simmons.  I think they were 15x7s all round (possibly 8s on the back?), standard body etc but lowered and they had the stance just right - it looked PERFECT!  That would be what I'd do if (when?) I have a 124 Spyder
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on November 16, 2009, 09:22:45 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on November 16, 2009, 09:08:54 PM
You need to keep a car for more than 5 minutes ;) :D

i know right, im stoked with the mk2, i'll be keeping that for a while ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 16, 2009, 09:33:31 PM
Bigbumper I remember that car and your right it did look very nice. Volumex uses 15x7 as well. Your right one you screw something on or cut your committed. 72-73 Gp3 car just used the flares and it looks ok, though the full monty vents and scopes is the full package for sure. No rush, will check the options over the next month or three, Ill slum it on the CD30s until then  ;D.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on November 16, 2009, 10:06:21 PM
I bought a 124 on 8" rims with 245 tyres. They almost fitted, just needed minor flares to cover the tyres. I had to convert it back though, it just looked silly.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 17, 2009, 06:17:02 PM
Nice looking rims Neil but don't ruin that beautiful car by tacking flares onto it !!!
Do everything in your power to fit those rims inside the standard guards or get some guards pumped.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 18, 2009, 04:26:17 PM
While I quite like the flare look, I agree its going to be a real hassle on the driving side, as its worm and roller steering (read in very old school). Will look around for 15inch outer shells in the 2.5 - 3 inch range. I reckon the 8 inch fits on the rear with the right tyre.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on November 18, 2009, 04:35:29 PM
I think 225's will fit, on a coupe anyway.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 18, 2009, 08:19:59 PM
Quote from: spooln on November 18, 2009, 04:26:17 PM
While I quite like the flare look, I agree its going to be a real hassle on the driving side, as its worm and roller steering (read in very old school). Will look around for 15inch outer shells in the 2.5 - 3 inch range. I reckon the 8 inch fits on the rear with the right tyre.

[email protected]

That's the chap who can build the outer shells Neil. His company is 41 degrees wheels. Wouldn't hurt to ask.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 18, 2009, 10:23:27 PM
Thanks Ritmo.
Spoke to retro wheels in Sydney today (they have taken over production of the <16inch simmons range). Has the parts but wont sell them unless they do the work, and wants $260 per shell. So add shipping (2 x wheels to sydney and back) and Aussie labour.....So while pondering options, had a quick look on TM....

Found 2 x outer shells listed today, and there local. Look like 3.5 or 3 inch, so that would take the wheels to 7 or 7.5 inch. Will collect next week and see were to from there. So provisionally problem solved for half the price of new shells. Cant go wrong with that can ya
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 18, 2009, 10:28:08 PM
Swt good score there Spooln.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 18, 2009, 11:13:18 PM
Nice work... TM to the rescue
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 19, 2009, 09:19:26 AM
Pick up my racer today :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 19, 2009, 09:42:55 AM
Pics!!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 19, 2009, 05:02:02 PM
keen as to see pics!!

did my rear axle seals today, they were rather stuffed, had some lovely oil all over my rotors :D :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 19, 2009, 07:17:44 PM
Quote from: BB on November 19, 2009, 09:19:26 AM
Pick up my racer today :)

Still out enjoying it Jem? Keen to hear back to back comparsion with your golf.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Filx on November 19, 2009, 10:41:22 PM
Quote from: spooln on November 16, 2009, 08:32:50 PM
Mocked up the B45s in the weekend

What do you think are the best option?


I know I'll get flamed for this (and it's a little hard to tell with the angle of the pics) but I think you might just be able to pull those off under stock (rolled lip) guards with a bit of camber and the right tyre size.

On a different note my friend that bought the Punto JTD a month ago absolutely loves it - though it has been back to the dealers twice already to resolve minor issues. Fiats! Sheesh  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 20, 2009, 08:15:31 AM
Quote from: Filx on November 19, 2009, 10:41:22 PM
I know I'll get flamed for this (and it's a little hard to tell with the angle of the pics) but I think you might just be able to pull those off under stock (rolled lip) guards with a bit of camber and the right tyre size.

On a different note my friend that bought the Punto JTD a month ago absolutely loves it - though it has been back to the dealers twice already to resolve minor issues. Fiats! Sheesh  :D

what issues?!
it has been sat there for two years doing nothing so it will have issues!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 20, 2009, 08:09:33 PM
anyone want a Fiat Uno Turbo?  :-\
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on November 20, 2009, 08:19:18 PM
Which Uno turbo?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 20, 2009, 08:28:29 PM
green one.
Make way for a yellow 16vt
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 20, 2009, 08:38:08 PM
Haha you have a love hate relationship with unot don't you Clive.

16vt...nice...pics or didn't happen ;)

HGT news?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 20, 2009, 08:42:08 PM
I love the Uno, dont get me wrong, but this has just popped up and i cant decline really.
If the Uno doesnt sell, so be it, doesnt bother me, the only reason it is going is to make space in the garage for the Coupe.

HGT, no go. The lady thinks it is worth $10k.
that is what has caused this though, that modern, quicker feel.
Can be a good tourer as well as a bit of fun on a track.
The Uno has gone more Track then toy and really i think thats what Uno turbos now should be.
Open to offers on her now, Its not rego'd or wof'd or certified, however i am going to get all that done before sale unless i get an offer before.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 20, 2009, 09:31:03 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on November 20, 2009, 08:42:08 PM
I love the Uno, dont get me wrong, but this has just popped up and i cant decline really.
If the Uno doesnt sell, so be it, doesnt bother me, the only reason it is going is to make space in the garage for the Coupe.

HGT, no go. The lady thinks it is worth $10k.
that is what has caused this though, that modern, quicker feel.
Can be a good tourer as well as a bit of fun on a track.
The Uno has gone more Track then toy and really i think thats what Uno turbos now should be.
Open to offers on her now, Its not rego'd or wof'd or certified, however i am going to get all that done before sale unless i get an offer before.

10k for bravo! she's dreaming! Go the 16vt! Do you get company car Clive? I assume so....so go hard on coupe...just follow pauls work!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 20, 2009, 09:46:38 PM
Clive just do what I do... have a 16vt for everyday and something else i.e. UnoT for track fun
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 20, 2009, 09:58:36 PM
haha i just said that to a mate on chat.
Would love to but i have a company Bravo for every day!

No rush to sell and if i dont i will just track the Uno as is, was great fun at HD last week!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 20, 2009, 10:08:34 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on November 20, 2009, 09:58:36 PM
haha i just said that to a mate on chat.
Would love to but i have a company Bravo for every day!

No rush to sell and if i dont i will just track the Uno as is, was great fun at HD last week!

Even better, the 16vt can be to you what the Abarth is to me - a Sunday driver
Everyone should have at least 3 cars... right Terry?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 20, 2009, 10:11:09 PM
STOP IT!  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 20, 2009, 10:14:50 PM
At least three...8v 16v and 20v or you're not serious.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 20, 2009, 11:20:47 PM
All 4 shocks are stuffed in my 130 and .........I found some more rust ;D oh well its no problem for me and its pretty good over all.

I will put up some pics soon. of the rust and my repairs, i quite like to go over a car anyway, and I knew i was buying into the bottom end of the race car market, i just hope its not too slow :P
Does the rear transverse spring rattle up and down when the car is off the ground?

Who is the Fiat nut like me who will have bits and pieces around I can go get? And I mean like me not a shop ;) I like the shops too but I like the guys like me even more.

And with the shocks what do you guys recon? save the money and get coil overs? Anybody got a set for sale or should I get my shocks converted?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 21, 2009, 10:43:32 AM
Pick up Tuesday night :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on November 21, 2009, 12:55:19 PM
Cool, That Coupe looked pretty tidy

I was never allowed more than 4 cars, I had to sell one if it got over that. I tried very hard but rarely complied  >:D I have no cars now   :angel:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 21, 2009, 12:59:26 PM
Easier to beg forgiveness than ask permission Steve  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 21, 2009, 02:54:55 PM
Quote from: BB on November 20, 2009, 11:20:47 PM
Who is the Fiat nut like me who will have bits and pieces around I can go get? And I mean like me not a shop ;) I like the shops too but I like the guys like me even more.


That would be Terry (except he's in Welly).  I think Drew has a parts car too but he's in Napier.  Between Stacey & I we have a few bits too  ;)  Best bet is just to put up a "wanted" post on the Fiat Club forum, there's a few other guys about with bits who are happy to keep another Abarth on the road

Shocks are pretty hard to come by these days, I think Bilsteins and Konis are both NLA.  I have Billys and I'm going to get mine rebuilt, but XS RPM had adj platform coil overs, that's the way to go if you have the time or ability

Yep the rear leaf rattles about when you jack the car up.  And the doors don't close either, thats normal  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on November 21, 2009, 03:46:00 PM
talking of FCW, the forum isnt working anymore.
anyone know whats going on with it?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 21, 2009, 04:17:30 PM
 Yes I think I may have to turn the origional shocks into coil overs. i hope this can be done. There goes a grand tho at least for the work and the platforms and the shocks and the springs :P
I guess if the struts that are in their can be rebuilt then i could just do that and keep the springs and set up I have and add the platforms and coil springs later.

I just cut out the battery tray ;) Now to weld up all the rust :P Make up a dash, strip the doors and make cards. Fit some front strengthening bars and a strut brace.
Get the rad checked and painted.
Fit a catch can. Are these engines sealed or vented to air?
And some more stuff no doubt.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 21, 2009, 05:55:25 PM
Quote from: BB on November 21, 2009, 04:17:30 PM
I just cut out the battery tray ;) Now to weld up all the rust :P Make up a dash, strip the doors and make cards. Fit some front strengthening bars and a strut brace.
Get the rad checked and painted.
Fit a catch can. Are these engines sealed or vented to air?
And some more stuff no doubt.

Battery going into the cabin somewhere?  If so you'll need a battery box or a sealed gel battery.

What's with making up a new dash and door cards?  They don't weigh f-all so we kept them in XS RPM
If it's weight you're worried about you're better off changing the radiator - I've just bought an UnoT rad & fan, together they weigh less than the standard fan!  But good luck copying me, it took about 12 months of hunting to find mine!!  ;)

If you look under the carbs you'll find an oil breather hose which vents into the airbox
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 21, 2009, 05:56:05 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on November 21, 2009, 03:46:00 PM
talking of FCW, the forum isnt working anymore.
anyone know whats going on with it?
The whole FCW website is down, not sure why...?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 21, 2009, 06:03:49 PM
Yep battery box in back with a big red racing switch by the seats.
Well I lifted a door and it weighed a ton!! so I thought I would try and see what the weight was. Well see.
And I want to remove the dash for now so I can make sure I do a good job on the welding.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 22, 2009, 08:43:06 PM
I have a parts car Jem let me know when you need something
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 22, 2009, 08:53:51 PM
What are the shocks like?
And I guess I should get Nolathane engine mounts like tom did on his Rover.
I am kind of after a spare clutch cable, accelerator cable, and ecu and maybe a ignition switch?
All the things you would want in a targa kinda situation. Have you wreaked many?
my handbrake cables look pretty average as well but work I will oil them up.
People don't ever lube anything and then expect it too last forever
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 22, 2009, 09:09:17 PM
The shocks are good, they came out of the red one when i replaced them with konis.
But for a race car I would go konis or bilstein, when I  put mine in the difference is amazing.
No this is the first parts car I have ever had, I bought it as it was cheap and needed an engine.

Will get back to you on the other parts
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 22, 2009, 09:15:42 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 20, 2009, 10:14:50 PM
At least three...8v 16v and 20v or you're not serious.
Damn, I need an 8v then
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on November 22, 2009, 09:49:59 PM
I spotted a yellow Fiat Coupe in Wanganui today... then 3 cars later a dark green 456 GT 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 22, 2009, 10:07:43 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on November 22, 2009, 09:15:42 PM
Damn, I need an 8v then

punto?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 22, 2009, 10:54:10 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 22, 2009, 10:07:43 PM
punto?

UnoT-powered 128  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 23, 2009, 07:22:50 AM
Quote from: db_222 on November 22, 2009, 09:09:17 PM
The shocks are good, they came out of the red one when i replaced them with konis.
But for a race car I would go konis or bilstein, when I  put mine in the difference is amazing.
No this is the first parts car I have ever had, I bought it as it was cheap and needed an engine.

Will get back to you on the other parts
They say the konis and bilis are NLA tho? If your shocks are good and you don't need them and they are cheap enough I would like them till I can afford to go coil over. The ones in the car now have completely leaked and do absolutely nothing :P
Also if i were to repower this car with a more modern motor like I did with my golf what would people suggest I get?
Do the Fiat gearboxes all swap around like the golfs do?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on November 23, 2009, 12:01:56 PM
Repowering a 130TC? Dont bother, just fit a 16V head with DCOE's or efi, maybe turbo etc.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 23, 2009, 02:45:04 PM
Ha ha my Fiat has two fuse boxes from factory :laugh:

I have stripped the dash out and am about to do the welding.
No place for a dash in a race car, just hides all the stuff you may need to get at easily. Like fiat electrics.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 23, 2009, 03:02:41 PM
Quote from: BB on November 23, 2009, 02:45:04 PM
Ha ha my Fiat has two fuse boxes from factory :laugh:

Quote

Youll feel at home then Jem?

Quote from: BB on November 23, 2009, 02:45:04 PM

I have stripped the dash out and am about to do the welding.
No place for a dash in a race car, just hides all the stuff you may need to get at easily. Like fiat electrics.

If you want to race in classic car classes youll need to keep the dash in Jem, and the doorcards etc etc.
Go to the Motorsport NZ website and look up T class rules to see what you can and cant do.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 23, 2009, 06:25:04 PM
I will make up a dash that will pass muster ;) But thanks I do often charge ahead forgetting there are laws and regs about everything.
I wouldnt mind adding a few bars to the roll cage as well but will go see pro and ask what they think and would charge.

Spose I should try to put up some pics to annoy you all with.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on November 23, 2009, 06:59:51 PM
Maybe you should show us all Jeremy, it looks like you are changing codes, spending quite a bit of time on this Fiat thread.. >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 23, 2009, 07:43:31 PM
Quote from: qta4 on November 23, 2009, 06:59:51 PM
Maybe you should show us all Jeremy, it looks like you are changing codes, spending quite a bit of time on this Fiat thread.. >:D

You can have him back Noel ;)

Sorry Jem:
130tc gearbox: zf box...sweet box if looked after. Reverse idler weak point. Can handle more power but thoughts are not alot more torque. It was the last of the old style box(128 style) and the newer and stronger box (tipo style) are based on engines tilted at 20 degrees so now luck there.

Fusebox: two? where is the 2nd one?

Shocks: Get billies built for it. Konis are floating about in this country but tough to get.

Pics ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 24, 2009, 08:44:51 AM
Ok so now I gotta remember how to do these photo bucket link ups :P
This is some rust in a Fiat post :P
Passenger side front of sill
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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 24, 2009, 08:48:01 AM
Yay I can do it! I always do this stuff but then think oh dear its hard but really it wasnt....photo sharing that is.
Ok more rust and stuff and then i will show a actual photo of the car which I havent yet actually taken one of.

Battery box gone.(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi636.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fuu86%2Fjellymeat%2FDSC01128.jpg&hash=d610940b0e91c677660c061f0d632395578ee9a0)

Two fuse boxes.(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi636.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fuu86%2Fjellymeat%2FDSC01128.jpg&hash=d610940b0e91c677660c061f0d632395578ee9a0)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 24, 2009, 08:49:32 AM
Hmmm no thats just two pics the same.
Ok two fuse boxes ;)(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi636.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fuu86%2Fjellymeat%2FDSC01130.jpg&hash=a41d6f34a5871a257062818a7bf2c1dbddd7aea6)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 24, 2009, 09:10:22 AM
Few more(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi636.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fuu86%2Fjellymeat%2FDSC01125.jpg&hash=a0fecb2460ecf35b622633363e3bae169c6a92a1)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 24, 2009, 09:45:27 AM
Here the other bit of rust i had to do. This is a double skin part and I will have to properly do it so the chassis rail is restrengthened with the two layers. Will be a bit tricky but not really, ill take pics.
Have to go get my folder back for the sill.
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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on November 24, 2009, 10:44:19 AM
I hope you didnt pay any money for that car Jeremy.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: HaNs on November 24, 2009, 10:48:15 AM
Quote from: qta4 on November 24, 2009, 10:44:19 AM
I hope you didnt pay any money for that car Jeremy.

He paid for the rust not the car
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 24, 2009, 12:09:53 PM
Ouch! After seller claiming the car was rust free!! Sorry Jem you paid too much :P

That chassis rail will be the hardest bit. Keen to see progress tho so have fun.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Trofeo on November 24, 2009, 01:04:45 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 24, 2009, 12:09:53 PM
Ouch! After seller claiming the car was rust free!! Sorry Jem you paid too much :P

That chassis rail will be the hardest bit. Keen to see progress tho so have fun.
no one expects a 25yr old fiat to have no rust. I'm sure Jem went in with his eyes open.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 24, 2009, 01:49:37 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on November 22, 2009, 10:54:10 PM
UnoT-powered 128  >:D
Thats my language
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 24, 2009, 01:50:12 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 22, 2009, 10:07:43 PM
punto?
is hers and 16v
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 24, 2009, 05:43:53 PM
Quote from: TrofeoRacer on November 24, 2009, 01:04:45 PM
no one expects a 25yr old fiat to have no rust. I'm sure Jem went in with his eyes open.

What i was getting at...the car has been on market for sometime and was advertised as have all rust removed....clearly not the case...and no would expect a 25 year old fiat to have no rust..but that chassis rail is pretty bad rust even for the old girl.

But Jem did check it out and can weld so will be great another one gets saved.

And evil'ish grale: 16v...well my "hers" has 20v :-*
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 24, 2009, 06:07:07 PM
I knew there was rust there. But the bit on the sill was extra ;)

I can weld very well, and seem to have a real knack of welding up old cars without it costing the earth. Im not really worried about the rust its stuff i have to pay money for that I don't like.

I was bummed about the shocks but i have been offered some good ones for a very nice price so thats that problem solved.

I paid the right price or I would not own it cause he wouldn't have sold it and I wanted it.

Its a 25 year old fiat! Rust is what you get and this car has been extensively welded up and a very good job has been made of it. Boy do they RUST! Its actually far tidyer than my golf :P The panels are straight and clean and there is no other rust apart from what i will do then there will be none. The add did say there was rust as well. Derek was honest
So I am paying for a car with some history that gets me into the classes I want to race, that has a good cage and log book, seats and belts. The engine is not bad and the box has been stripped and reassembled with some stuff done and a new clutch.
  Plus it is a genuine Abarth 130. Its worth what I paid.

its just so many of you cant weld or get so badly ripped off when you pay to get it done that you freak about a patch of rust but think nothing of fitting a 1.8t.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on November 24, 2009, 06:24:00 PM
I certainly am lacking with the body welding skills, so respect anyone that takes a project on like this.

I usually look for a perfect body , or near to it, mechanical problems dont faze me at all.

So , well done Jeremy , just make sure you take your time and do it properly................................................... ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 24, 2009, 07:18:24 PM
Its a easy job.  What do you mean a project like this ??? Its not much to do i'm just welding a few holes up and then fitting some shocks and pads and maybe a bearing or two and shes jake
I show you the results in a day or two. Just gotta get some more .8 sheet steel.

Don't be so bloody negative.
Its all easy I would have had my ABF going piece of piss as well, but just had problems I bought with the motor I just did up my Audis donk as well and done Toms and choppys car along with The red golf and tons of other cars blah blah Ya get it all done easy.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 24, 2009, 07:18:35 PM
Quote from: ritmo on November 24, 2009, 05:43:53 PM
And evil'ish grale: 16v...well my "hers" has 20v :-*

yeah, well, yours is better than mine
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on November 24, 2009, 07:30:14 PM
Quote from: BB on November 24, 2009, 07:18:24 PM
Its a easy job.  What do you mean a project like this ??? Its not much to do i'm just welding a few holes up and then fitting some shocks and pads and maybe a bearing or two and shes jake
I show you the results in a day or two. Just gotta get some more .8 sheet steel.

Don't be so bloody negative.
Its all easy I would have had my ABF going piece of piss as well, but just had problems I bought with the motor I just did up my Audis donk as well and done Toms and choppys car along with The red golf and tons of other cars blah blah Ya get it all done easy.

I am very sorry you think i am being negative, FFS, i was saying you were doing a great job.

Why do you constantly say things like that, i give up.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 24, 2009, 08:32:00 PM
Quote from: BB on November 24, 2009, 06:07:07 PM
I knew there was rust there. But the bit on the sill was extra ;)

I can weld very well, and seem to have a real knack of welding up old cars without it costing the earth. Im not really worried about the rust its stuff i have to pay money for that I don't like.

I was bummed about the shocks but i have been offered some good ones for a very nice price so thats that problem solved.

I paid the right price or I would not own it cause he wouldn't have sold it and I wanted it.

Its a 25 year old fiat! Rust is what you get and this car has been extensively welded up and a very good job has been made of it. Boy do they RUST! Its actually far tidyer than my golf :P The panels are straight and clean and there is no other rust apart from what i will do then there will be none. The add did say there was rust as well. Derek was honest
So I am paying for a car with some history that gets me into the classes I want to race, that has a good cage and log book, seats and belts. The engine is not bad and the box has been stripped and reassembled with some stuff done and a new clutch.
  Plus it is a genuine Abarth 130. Its worth what I paid.

its just so many of you cant weld or get so badly ripped off when you pay to get it done that you freak about a patch of rust but think nothing of fitting a 1.8t.


don't stress Jem i have owned a few 130s so know their strengths/weakness. Keen to see progress on any project (including skoda wagons) So post pics as you go.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 80 Vert on November 24, 2009, 08:49:07 PM
Hahaha reminds me of a sticker I saw today ;
"rust is lighter than carbon fiber"  ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 24, 2009, 09:51:02 PM
Good to see that you will sort her out Jem, so another 130TC stays in the game.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 24, 2009, 10:38:51 PM
Yeah a bit of work Jem but its worth fixing.  Good luck and sing out if we can help  :)

And if you want to get back at Noel, just remind him who was fastest last time he raced a 130TC  ;) >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 25, 2009, 09:42:36 AM
Thanks guys I am not worried.
Old cars eh, always have stuff to do.
And as for Noel he's just a red neck for the sticks so who cares what he says ;)
Sadly I have to put it aside for now while I try to earn some cash.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on November 26, 2009, 08:58:35 PM
Quote from: bigbumperUnoT-powered 128
Quote from: Evil Grale on November 24, 2009, 01:49:37 PM
Thats my language
It's coming... it's just taking a really long time :'(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on November 27, 2009, 07:35:39 PM
Quote from: BB on November 25, 2009, 09:42:36 AM
Sadly I have to put it aside for now while I try to earn some cash.
Bloody cash, I should earn some and finish the project in my shed
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Pushbutton_auto on December 01, 2009, 12:58:53 PM
Some Fiat stuff for sale in the 200 4 sale post.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 04, 2009, 12:07:40 PM
I have a ton of Uno parts for sale now too.
Also some 15" Punto Sporting alloys with 195/45/15 tyres.
Like new!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on December 04, 2009, 05:02:28 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on December 04, 2009, 12:07:40 PM
I have a ton of Uno parts for sale now too.
Also some 15" Punto Sporting alloys with 195/45/15 tyres.
Like new!

Clive do you have a clip for the electric window buttons?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on December 04, 2009, 05:53:12 PM
Have you lot seen the new Alfa Giulietta?

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 04, 2009, 05:55:30 PM
Fiat in drag...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 04, 2009, 06:43:37 PM
Not fussed on the nose or the wheels... but the quadrofoglio verde sounds like it could be fun
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 05, 2009, 09:39:30 AM
Quote from: tyz-fly on December 04, 2009, 05:02:28 PM
Clive do you have a clip for the electric window buttons?

haha that has been broken for so long now! i broke it when i put the speakers in the dorrs.
Sorry, havent got anymore, they are like rocking horse....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 06, 2009, 03:24:28 PM
just outta curiosity, is it possible to bore out an 1800 fiat twin cam to a 2 litre? or is there not enough room between the cylinders? we have a few 1800s lying around thats all. or if its possible, is it still better/cheaper to buy a standard 2l instead of boring it out?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 06, 2009, 09:19:28 PM
Would have thought it cheaper to buy a 2L. What condition are the 1800s in?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 06, 2009, 09:27:37 PM
Quote from: 124dude on December 06, 2009, 03:24:28 PM
just outta curiosity, is it possible to bore out an 1800 fiat twin cam to a 2 litre? or is there not enough room between the cylinders? we have a few 1800s lying around thats all. or if its possible, is it still better/cheaper to buy a standard 2l instead of boring it out?

You might be able to Scott, but not easily.  Better off just buying a 2L out of a 130tc or a 131, will be cheaper than a set of oversize pistons.

And you can't just swap crank & conrods etc from a 1995 into an 1756, the bore is the same size but the 2L block is taller.

FYI the 1585, 1756 and 1995 pistons are all the same bore so they're interchangeable, and the cylinder spacing is the same so you can swap the heads too
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 06, 2009, 10:21:46 PM
Pretty sure the 2l can be bored out to 86mm bore to make 2.1l...so if you can bore the same out of 1800 you will be looking at 1.9l roughly......similar thoughts to Brett why would you? I would personally just run 1800cc and save your money.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 06, 2009, 11:36:53 PM
Quote from: ritmo on December 06, 2009, 10:21:46 PM
Pretty sure the 2l can be bored out to 86mm bore to make 2.1l...so if you can bore the same out of 1800 you will be looking at 1.9l roughly......similar thoughts to Brett why would you? I would personally just run 1800cc and save your money.

86mm does ring a bell with me, with the 1756's 79mm stroke that only comes out at 1840cc...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 07, 2009, 08:31:30 AM
Quote from: ritmo on December 06, 2009, 10:21:46 PM
Pretty sure the 2l can be bored out to 86mm bore to make 2.1l...

Have this on the spider. Goes ok. Are the 1800s block mounted distrubutor, or camshaft?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 07, 2009, 08:41:15 AM
Quote from: spooln on December 07, 2009, 08:31:30 AM
Have this on the spider. Goes ok. Are the 1800s block mounted distributor, or camshaft?

AFAIK the 1608 in the BC coupe was the only north-south twin cam with cam driven dizzy
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 07, 2009, 09:39:01 AM
Ok. 124Dude, I could be keen to score a complete 1800 short block if you have 2 many lying around?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 07, 2009, 10:33:54 AM
cheers guys, just wanted to know if it was possible since we have some lying around. would like to drop a 2L into my BC at one stage. My motor was originally a 1600 and has had some boring out, its what the previous owner said, but got told that 5 years ago :P

Spooln, i'll pm you later in regards to short block.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 07, 2009, 02:24:28 PM
Scott - the 1592 can be bored out to 1756 relatively easily.  The crank and rods are the same, so you just need 84mm pistons in place of the 1592's 80mm ones

Neil - the 1608 has the same dizzy opening in the block as the 1800, there's just a blanking plate for it.  So it's relatively easy to convert the 1800 and 2L to cam-driven dizzy, if you wanted/needed to
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 09, 2009, 08:11:17 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on December 05, 2009, 09:39:30 AM
haha that has been broken for so long now! i broke it when i put the speakers in the dorrs.
Sorry, havent got anymore, they are like rocking horse....

I bought 2 complete 2nd hand doors just to get thoes switches you broke too!   :D :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 09, 2009, 08:21:52 PM
Quote from: 124dude on December 06, 2009, 03:24:28 PM
just outta curiosity, is it possible to bore out an 1800 fiat twin cam to a 2 litre? or is there not enough room between the cylinders? we have a few 1800s lying around thats all. or if its possible, is it still better/cheaper to buy a standard 2l instead of boring it out?

To answer this correctly, you can't "bore out" an 1800 to a 2L, you need to stroke it.

You can fit the 2L crank to the 1800 block if you really want to but you'll need shorter rods or custom pistons etc. The 2L rods are longer than 1800 rods for a start and they are really a bit on the short side for a 2L anyway, so its not a great idea (4G63 fixed that little issue). The crankcase may also have some clearance issues you'll need to attack too. But it can be done.

Much better to buy a 2L.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 09, 2009, 08:27:59 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 07, 2009, 08:41:15 AM
AFAIK the 1608 in the BC coupe was the only north-south twin cam with cam driven dizzy

Some late 132/Argenta's, Beta Scorpions and just about all the USA twin cams with emissions gear had cam mounted distributers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 09, 2009, 09:14:12 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on December 09, 2009, 08:27:59 PM
Some late 132/Argenta's, Beta Scorpions and just about all the USA twin cams with emissions gear had cam mounted distributers

Ah yes now that you mention it I do recall something about the US market cars & Aussie 132's (with a/c?) having top mounts.  Neither are very common in NZ though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 09, 2009, 09:30:25 PM
Heard an Uno Turbo race car crashed recently on a hill climb. Not sure whos it was. Whats happened to the car and its bits?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 10, 2009, 12:03:09 AM
Grey one?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 10, 2009, 12:12:37 AM
That Alfa looks great, except the rear shot makes it look like an updated BMW 1 series hatch.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 06:42:31 AM
Quote from: Scuderia on December 10, 2009, 12:03:09 AM
Grey one?

The one that Stacey built? 

I haven't heard anything....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on December 10, 2009, 04:52:40 PM
Quote from: spooln on December 09, 2009, 09:30:25 PM
Heard an Uno Turbo race car crashed recently on a hill climb. Not sure whos it was. Whats happened to the car and its bits?

i remember a white mk1 at sainsbury hill climb, think his name was blair? glad its not mine, stephs been driving fred around lately
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 10, 2009, 05:02:23 PM
That sounds like the one. Always hankered to put an UT setup in a X1/9, load up the boost a tad, but keep is very standard looking on the outside... :angel:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 10, 2009, 05:07:10 PM
I crashed my Uno turbo at Sainsbury Road. Gave me a good engine to put in the red car.  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 10, 2009, 05:17:11 PM
Ta. Sorry to hear about the crash. Good one that it was an organ doner...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 10, 2009, 06:22:25 PM
But I crashed mine many years ago, you must be referring to a different one.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 10, 2009, 08:29:38 PM
Oh ok, pretty sure it was banged up earlier this year
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 10, 2009, 08:35:30 PM
Quote from: spooln on December 10, 2009, 08:29:38 PM
Oh ok, pretty sure it was banged up earlier this year

There was one on TM that had gone through a fence that was for sale a few months back.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 10, 2009, 08:42:45 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on December 10, 2009, 08:35:30 PM
There was one on TM that had gone through a fence that was for sale a few months back.


That is a red/black primer  unot ;)..... evlgrale on here used to own it and put it through the fence several years ago.

Haven't heard about grey one though Spooln, grey pretty rare also. How many unot's are there in NZ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 10:26:00 PM
I read somewhere recently that there were 100 S1 UnoT's imported new NZ, and I know of at least one Singapore import
I've been told that there were 15 R89 UnoT's as well (but then I've been told that there's 15 Punto GTs, 15 Sedici's...)  ::)

EvlGrale crashed EVLUNO at Kairangi Loop in 2000

Steve - I don't remember you crashing an UnoT, when did that happen?  Was that the black R89 that became a 5dr?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 10, 2009, 10:30:40 PM
Quote from: ritmo on December 10, 2009, 08:42:45 PM
That is a red/black primer  unot ;)..... evlgrale on here used to own it and put it through the fence several years ago.

Haven't heard about grey one though Spooln, grey pretty rare also. How many unot's are there in NZ?

Around the early 2000's a mate of mine had a grey Mk1 Uno T, dont know where it ended up going though. It had a hose tap on it. Ill have images of it on old Track day videos somewhere.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 10:31:30 PM
I think I've solved the mystery, just realised who we're talking about
Blair Thomson crashed his red Uno (non-turbo 1.6 sohc) on the Hiwi Rd hillclimb back in August
Did a real good job on it too - end over end!  :o
Thankfully Blair was ok but the car is history
He is the son of Maurice Thomson (Fiat legend in NZ) and took the Uno to a top 40 overall finish in Targa NZ 2006
NB. This is a different Blair from the one who owns the caged white UnoT ("EVLONE")
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 10, 2009, 10:36:24 PM
15 sedicis for sure Brett...but must be more punto gts. Heck there must've been at least that on trademe in the last year ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 10:44:31 PM
Quote from: ritmo on December 10, 2009, 10:36:24 PM
15 sedicis for sure Brett...but must be more punto gts. Heck there must've been at least that on trademe in the last year ;D

I struggle to name all 15 Sedici's, and I've heard 15x R89 UnoTs from so many people in the trade that there must be some truth to it... but I agree there must be more than 15 Punto GTs in NZ
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 10, 2009, 10:51:14 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 10:44:31 PM
I struggle to name all 15 Sedici's, and I've heard 15x R89 UnoTs from so many people in the trade that there must be some truth to it... but I agree there must be more than 15 Punto GTs in NZ

15 sedicis, off the top of head:
Lees blue 3 door donor
Robs red one
Bronze one in akl
Two red ones in welly
Black one in welly
Red one in chch
Two white ones in welly
Blue one in lower north island

leaves only five, steve could prob name them.
mmmm Trainspotter!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 11:02:57 PM
I'm sure there's a black one up here too, and I think also a red one (not Rob's)
Bronze one is JACQIO
There was a white 5dr road tested in NZ Car back in the days when they were new but I've never seen it around
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 10, 2009, 11:13:01 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 11:02:57 PM
I'm sure there's a black one up here too, and I think also a red one (not Rob's)
Bronze one is JACQIO
There was a white 5dr road tested in NZ Car back in the days when they were new but I've never seen it around

so that's 12...jacqio is red?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 11:16:24 PM
Nah it's definitely the bronze one... I see it in Parnell all the time
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 10, 2009, 11:20:35 PM
interesting as regod as red. Really like the bronze as it's suppose to be mint car according to Steve.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 11, 2009, 07:37:04 AM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on December 10, 2009, 10:30:40 PM
Around the early 2000's a mate of mine had a grey Mk1 Uno T, dont know where it ended up going though. It had a hose tap on it. Ill have images of it on old Track day videos somewhere.


I think that one got caged and now has had a lot of work to it.
Didnt you have it in the workshop once when i came round Steve?

Punto T's and hens teeth, i dont think there were any more than 20 in NZ, especially now as some wouldve been written off for sure
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 11, 2009, 12:38:28 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 10, 2009, 10:26:00 PM
I read somewhere recently that there were 100 S1 UnoT's imported new NZ, and I know of at least one Singapore import
I've been told that there were 15 R89 UnoT's as well (but then I've been told that there's 15 Punto GTs, 15 Sedici's...)  ::)

EvlGrale crashed EVLUNO at Kairangi Loop in 2000

Steve - I don't remember you crashing an UnoT, when did that happen?  Was that the black R89 that became a 5dr?

No my series 1. I fixed it up, it still went ok but it was getting pretty rusty and the red car needed a new engine

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 11, 2009, 05:11:23 PM
As of 2004, there are

18 Punto GT (at least, there could be more)
15 Tipo 16V 3 door (At least 16 were registered originally). If there is a 5 door 16V that would be another.
73 Fiat Coupe (all models)
66 Uno turbo (all models, at least)


R89 Uno turbo's are very hard to add up as many are indistinguishable to a mk1 on paper. However there are only 15 Uno turbo's registered 1990 or later, some maybe Mk1 cars though. I dont think there are any 1989 R89 Uno turbos in NZ.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 11, 2009, 06:03:43 PM
Quote from: ritmo on December 10, 2009, 11:20:35 PM
interesting as regod as red. Really like the bronze as it's suppose to be mint car according to Steve.

Ha just carjammed it and you're right!  Maybe it's had a respray, is that bronze a factory colour?

Quote from: Mk1unoT on December 11, 2009, 07:37:04 AM
I think that one got caged and now has had a lot of work to it.
Didnt you have it in the workshop once when i came round Steve?

Yep that's the car that Stacey built... very quick car.  It's been round a few owners since he sold it.

I drove it 18 months ago and it needed a little tidying but still blistering performance... biggest problem with it is 1st and 2nd gears are useless in the dry  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 11, 2009, 06:07:44 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on December 11, 2009, 12:38:28 PM
No my series 1. I fixed it up, it still went ok but it was getting pretty rusty and the red car needed a new engine

You don't remember the rego on it do you?  I had one that (apart from the wheels) looked just like that.  I heard it rusted away a few owners after me... and checking carjam I see it's now registered as a red one....

And that 2004 rego info is interesting ... presumably that's based on cars still active in the rego system?  How did you get access to that info?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 11, 2009, 07:35:09 PM
I sold thoes wheels to Alex.

reg NR8570, I bought it in 2001. It had been parked up for about 4 years, had about an inch of dust on it, 4 flat tyres and of course a flat batt. The seller had it advertised as parts, but it was a straight low mileage car with live reg, mint interior and only a little rust.

Yes they are NZ new cars still registered as of 2004. I didn't count any imports. Usual story, its who you know not what you know, but I think car dealers/importers can get that sort of basic info to plan for spare parts stock etc. Ive got other info to go off too and it all points to thoes number being correct.

JACQIO is the original met Bronze colour. It is actually a red colour though, code "Rosso ming 144"

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 11, 2009, 08:10:49 PM
Ok, not my old one  :)

And I suspected the rego info had come from someone in the trade

Funny that bronze is red... if anything I would have said it's brown  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 11, 2009, 08:25:52 PM
That bronze is cool and have only seen on tipo sedicis.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 11, 2009, 08:49:33 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on December 11, 2009, 08:10:49 PM
Ok, not my old one  :)

And I suspected the rego info had come from someone in the trade

Funny that bronze is red... if anything I would have said it's brown  ::)

Yeah its closer to brown than red but brown sounds so awful! It's the only Sedici that colour in NZ too.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on December 11, 2009, 10:09:33 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on December 11, 2009, 05:11:23 PM
R89 Uno turbo's are very hard to add up as many are indistinguishable to a mk1 on paper. However there are only 15 Uno turbo's registered 1990 or later, some maybe Mk1 cars though. I dont think there are any 1989 R89 Uno turbos in NZ.
So what is so special about R89 UT's?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on December 11, 2009, 10:41:56 PM
Quote from: myte128 on December 11, 2009, 10:09:33 PM
So what is so special about R89 UT's?

they're stealth >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 11, 2009, 10:55:20 PM
Quote from: myte128 on December 11, 2009, 10:09:33 PM
So what is so special about R89 UT's?

the unot boys could tell you but i would guess...mk1 unot but with tipo style gearbox(stronger?) as opposed to 128 style gearbox.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 13, 2009, 03:17:24 PM
For the subsribers to NZ Classic Car, you will have seen my lovely 124 in there, also made it on the cover. for non subscribers, should be out monday maybe, if not its the Jan edition your after to have a browes.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on December 13, 2009, 05:18:16 PM
Spotted a Mint yellow 130  with the plate FIAT T   
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 13, 2009, 09:25:34 PM
Quote from: GTI's on December 13, 2009, 05:18:16 PM
Spotted a Mint yellow 130  with the plate FIAT T   

You mean a 125? I guess it was a 125T if it was yellow? That or a rep?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 13, 2009, 10:04:25 PM
Quote from: myte128 on December 11, 2009, 10:09:33 PM
So what is so special about R89 UT's?

Nothing really these days but when they were newer they were quite desirable. Maybe the rarest Fiat hot hatch in NZ.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 13, 2009, 10:28:11 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on December 13, 2009, 09:25:34 PM
You mean a 125? I guess it was a 125T if it was yellow? That or a rep?

Yep 125 and its a genuine T.  It shared space in Mark's garage with this car for some time
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on December 14, 2009, 08:13:07 AM
Hey db_222 your PM box is full.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on December 14, 2009, 08:19:03 AM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on December 13, 2009, 09:25:34 PM
You mean a 125? I guess it was a 125T if it was yellow? That or a rep?



Yeah that's it!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 14, 2009, 09:08:18 AM
Getting me a lotto ticket this weekend. This car is very cool.

http://www.racedandrallied.com/race-cars-for-sale/fiat-dallara-x-19-proto
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on December 14, 2009, 09:30:05 AM
Me too!

http://www.racedandrallied.com/race-cars-for-sale/vw-golf-i-0

http://www.racedandrallied.com/race-cars-for-sale/mercedes-50-scl-designed-for-24h-le-mans-end-70th

http://www.racedandrallied.com/race-cars-for-sale/bmw-320i-gr5-1977

>:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 15, 2009, 11:15:34 PM
124dude - your article is up on the net now:
http://www.classiccar.co.nz/articles/1971-fiat-124-bc-coupe-like-father-like-son-229
Car looks good... and I like the story about you "helping" your old man with his karting!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 15, 2009, 11:33:38 PM
Who wrote the article? Some mistakes in there IMO but no big deal. Bloody nice 124 Scott, was it by any chance the same one that was in NZ performance car? What ever happened to that one?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on December 15, 2009, 11:53:35 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.classiccar.co.nz%2Fimages%2Ffiat-124-bc-coupe-r.jpg&hash=1cd3fe8ffb0b7d39d39e6e2747c141de1fb835c4)

Nice VASK sticker Scott :laugh:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 16, 2009, 10:01:55 AM
cheers guys, and na it wasn't the same one that was in performance car, i vaguely remember that one. Wondering who would notice the vask sticker!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 16, 2009, 11:20:11 AM
Where did you find that sump guard?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 16, 2009, 06:17:20 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on December 15, 2009, 11:33:38 PM
was it by any chance the same one that was in NZ performance car? What ever happened to that one?

The blue 124 that was in NZ Performance Car waaaaaay back when is actually owned by.... Mike Lowe!

No not your Dad, Scott... another Mike Lowe, who also did Targa NZ in 2007.  I spoke to him on Prologue and asked him if it was Robert Cooze's old car (for it was he who owned it when it was featured in NZPC).... Mike didn't know, but happened to have the original ownership papers... sure enough, same car!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: chis on December 16, 2009, 06:41:27 PM
spotted a beaut red 124 today
rego "red124" funnily enough
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 16, 2009, 08:19:14 PM
How about the Vask"closet fiat heads" get together. Im keen to have a lookie at everyone's motors, and any new race cars "XSRPM Mk2...?" And maybe a zap somewhere?

Whos keen
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 16, 2009, 08:43:41 PM
Great idea, but it might be a long distance cruise... VASK Fiat-heads:

Spooln, me, EvlGrale = Auckland
124dude = Rotorua
Ritmo = Wellington
Scuderia = Melbourne

:)

Anyone else I've missed?

Maybe early in the new year?  Hopefully I'll have BRETTS back on the road by then
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 17, 2009, 09:56:53 AM
me  :-[

anyone know where the MAP sensor is on a 16vt?????
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 17, 2009, 10:19:05 AM
Yes,   Onto a different matter, I really like this http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=259193082

Some paint fade when comparing the inside boot area to the outside color but Looks overall to be pretty mint. Cant remember when I last saw one like this. Reserve looks to be around 6k. A cheap fixer upper would surely cost more than 6k by the time it looks like this...?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 17, 2009, 11:01:27 AM
Quote from: spooln on December 17, 2009, 10:19:05 AM
Yes,   Onto a different matter, I really like this http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=259193082

Some paint fade when comparing the inside boot area to the outside color but Looks overall to be pretty mint. Cant remember when I last saw one like this. Reserve looks to be around 6k. A cheap fixer upper would surely cost more than 6k by the time it looks like this...?

Have one the same colour floating around Napier with a P/Plate H1 REV, I think the owner is a Reverend Mister.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 17, 2009, 11:43:44 AM
So Raced rolled and reved then?  :laugh:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 17, 2009, 02:18:56 PM
dont suppose anyone has a MAP Sensor for a Coupe have they?
Need to test whether mine is caput or not
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 17, 2009, 02:32:25 PM
Quote from: spooln on December 17, 2009, 11:43:44 AM
So Raced rolled and reved then?  :laugh:

Just a holey Fiat ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 17, 2009, 02:52:57 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on December 17, 2009, 02:18:56 PM
dont suppose anyone has a MAP Sensor for a Coupe have they?
Need to test whether mine is caput or not

Only other guy on here with a coupe is bigbumper I think (not covering parts)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 17, 2009, 03:52:21 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on December 17, 2009, 02:18:56 PM
dont suppose anyone has a MAP Sensor for a Coupe have they?
Need to test whether mine is caput or not

i can do clive, coupe motor is not in tipo yet so easy job. pm your address.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on December 17, 2009, 06:27:27 PM
Quote from: spooln on December 17, 2009, 02:52:57 PM
Only other guy on here with a coupe is bigbumper I think (not covering parts)

Spooln you really like the x1/9's dont ya
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 17, 2009, 06:57:09 PM
Quote from: spooln on December 16, 2009, 11:20:11 AM
Where did you find that sump guard?

mr phil sutton had it lying around his garage and donated it too me!!

and brett, i know of the other mike lowe too, small world huh. alan brown has same 124 as me, same colour and everything
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 17, 2009, 07:34:01 PM
Fiat gurus, how many Fiat Coupes ('90's model) are there in NZ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 17, 2009, 10:45:30 PM
Wow so many posts, requires a multi-member response!  ;D

Clive: whoops, sorry mate!  And you're best to take Terry's offer of a MAP sensor... I have one but I use it every day  :D

Neil: I agree, that colour is my favourite std X1/9 colour too.  Cut back the paint, drop in an UnoT drivetrain, some nice wheels & tyres and I'd be very happy with it  :)

Scott: I saw Alan's 124 at Ellerslie Concours this year, very nice it was too

Nik: According to Steve's post on pg67 of this thread there were 73 Coupes registered in 2004.  Probably a few wrecked since then, and a few imported until the frontal impact legislation came in... so probably still around the same number?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on December 18, 2009, 07:57:23 AM
Hey Nick,

Not many coupe's would have been registered since 2004.

I have 2 - and you can get them registered under the special interest law - but you have to keep them for 4 years.

I think around 70-80 would be correct!

Andrew
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 18, 2009, 08:23:13 AM
Got Terry's MAP sensor en route today hopefully.
OK so when choke is on no fault, runs fine, choke off, engine warning light and feels to miss fire/stutter.
TPS or MAP Sensor it is i think.
Damn FIAT's, sure keep your interest dont they!  :-\
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 18, 2009, 01:27:25 PM
Quote from: chis on December 16, 2009, 06:41:27 PM
spotted a beaut red 124 today
rego "red124" funnily enough

Long history that one

http://www.turbo124.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=1968

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 18, 2009, 01:38:19 PM
Quote from: coupe20vt on December 18, 2009, 07:57:23 AM
Hey Nick,

Not many coupe's would have been registered since 2004.

I have 2 - and you can get them registered under the special interest law - but you have to keep them for 4 years.

I think around 70-80 would be correct!

Andrew

Do you have the race car registered?

For sure yours would be the only registered import(s) after 2004. There were only 3 registered imports up untill 2004. I know one 20VT has gone to Australia since.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 18, 2009, 06:33:57 PM
OK, so how many Coupes are Turbos? And is there a way to tell a Turbo from an N/A Coupe?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 18, 2009, 06:50:45 PM
It's hard to tell nik, all fiats pull away from mk1s so fast you can never see the difference :-X
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 18, 2009, 07:00:17 PM
The majority of Coupes are turbocharged. The only N/A models NZ got were the 2L 16V's sold 94-96. N/A Coupes look exactly the same except they are usually lower optioned, 15" wheels rather than 16" is the main give away. The later Coupes got colour coded sills and some got body kits etc. These are all 20VT.

The only badge on a Coupe other than the Fiat badge is on the B pillar and it will say either 16V, 16V turbo, 20V or 20V turbo.

.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on December 18, 2009, 07:05:19 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on December 18, 2009, 07:00:17 PM
The majority of Coupes are turbocharged. The only N/A models NZ got were the 2L 16V's sold 94-96. N/A Coupes look exactly the same except they are usually lower optioned, 15" wheels rather than 16" is the main give away. The later Coupes got colour coded sills and some got body kits etc. These are all 20VT.

The only badge on a Coupe other than the Fiat badge is on the B pillar and it will say either 16V, 16V turbo, 20V or 20V turbo.

.

Thanks.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 19, 2009, 10:59:37 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on December 18, 2009, 08:23:13 AM
Got Terry's MAP sensor en route today hopefully.
OK so when choke is on no fault, runs fine, choke off, engine warning light and feels to miss fire/stutter.
TPS or MAP Sensor it is i think.
Damn FIAT's, sure keep your interest dont they!  :-\

Hopefully you have no choke on the engine Clive ;D Air bypass valve you mean? hopefully map sensor is go.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 19, 2009, 11:00:14 AM
Quote from: spooln on December 18, 2009, 06:50:45 PM
It's hard to tell nik, all fiats pull away from mk1s so fast you can never see the difference :-X

not even a bite Neil :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 19, 2009, 11:11:44 AM
Quote from: ritmo on December 19, 2009, 10:59:37 AM
Hopefully you have no choke on the engine Clive ;D Air bypass valve you mean? hopefully map sensor is go.

Meh, whatever  ::) haha
I mean when cold, i dont know the ins and outs of it.
Said before, i merely sell the buggers, not fix 'em  :D

I love it when its cold, it runs so nicely. Smooth, responsive, just a shame i cant actually boot it.

I think i have a TPS off Blair too so can try both and see which works/doesnt work
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 19, 2009, 11:19:10 AM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on December 19, 2009, 11:11:44 AM
Meh, whatever  ::) haha
I mean when cold, i dont know the ins and outs of it.
Said before, i merely sell the buggers, not fix 'em  :D

I love it when its cold, it runs so nicely. Smooth, responsive, just a shame i cant actually boot it.

I think i have a TPS off Blair too so can try both and see which works/doesnt work

If Blair has one sing out and it will save me the time and hassle....but if it doesn't work sing out i will take my off and send you're way.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on December 19, 2009, 11:55:59 AM
Quote from: ritmo on December 19, 2009, 11:19:10 AM
If Blair has one sing out and it will save me the time and hassle....but if it doesn't work sing out i will take my off and send you're way.



thought you were just sending a MAP sensor?
I need to get the part number off my TPS on sunday and see if what he has is the same, if so i shall get that tried and tested
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 19, 2009, 12:15:09 PM
Quote from: ritmo on December 19, 2009, 11:00:14 AM
not even a bite Neil :D

yes, I feel let down really ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 19, 2009, 01:43:22 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on December 19, 2009, 11:55:59 AM
thought you were just sending a MAP sensor?
I need to get the part number off my TPS on sunday and see if what he has is the same, if so i shall get that tried and tested

oh yeah sorry misread post. Will take off tomorrow and send monday
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on December 23, 2009, 12:59:08 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on December 18, 2009, 01:38:19 PM
Do you have the race car registered?

For sure yours would be the only registered import(s) after 2004. There were only 3 registered imports up untill 2004. I know one 20VT has gone to Australia since.


Yes, Both cars are registered.
Yellow road car under special interest
Silver Race car under motorsport regs (Before the special interest came out)

Andrew
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 23, 2009, 01:00:47 PM
How difficult was the motorsport registration to do?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on December 23, 2009, 01:13:42 PM
Easy - Airbags Removed, Roll cage through the fire wall, 2x FIA Seats/Harnesses

I would just use special interest now

andrew
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on December 23, 2009, 10:12:32 PM
Quote from: coupe20vt on December 23, 2009, 01:13:42 PM
Easy - Airbags Removed, Roll cage through the fire wall, 2x FIA Seats/Harnesses

I would just use special interest now

andrew
Damn, wish the Grale had been that easy
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 23, 2009, 10:27:22 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on December 23, 2009, 10:12:32 PM
Damn, wish the Grale had been that easy

could be couldn't it?...  i have hope i can get jap derego papers for my grale.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 23, 2009, 10:37:45 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on December 23, 2009, 10:12:32 PM
Damn, wish the Grale had been that easy

Why is it not?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 24, 2009, 07:26:09 PM
does anyone know the block height and clutch diameter of a fiat 2L twin cam? did rear crank seal and measured these things, clutch is deff bigger than standard 1600/1800 clutches
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 24, 2009, 08:27:21 PM
Quote from: 124dude on December 24, 2009, 07:26:09 PM
does anyone know the block height and clutch diameter of a fiat 2L twin cam? did rear crank seal and measured these things, clutch is deff bigger than standard 1600/1800 clutches

Seem to recall 130tc clutch is 215mm. Which is the biggest size on the 8v Scott....block height...i can measure spare 2l if you really want to go into shed. ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on December 25, 2009, 01:21:02 AM
Which engine exactly?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 25, 2009, 03:08:01 AM
2l out of a 124 or something similar
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on December 25, 2009, 09:51:27 AM
Quote from: 124dude on December 25, 2009, 03:08:01 AM
2l out of a 124 or something similar

The Spider was the only 124 that came with a 2L... Spooln might be able to help here?  Otherwise Mal or Phil
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on December 25, 2009, 11:30:00 AM
cheers, yeah we measured my block when gear box was  out for curiosity sake really
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 25, 2009, 08:39:27 PM
I no bible here but thought the 2l spiders were generally us models(emission retarded) or very late euro models. Would have thought clutch on a 2l would be 131 or 132?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on December 26, 2009, 08:47:37 AM
Quote from: Scuderia on December 23, 2009, 10:37:45 PM
Why is it not?
you haven't seen my lack of space or tools eh Steve
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on December 27, 2009, 08:19:40 PM
Whats the difference between a 105tc and 130tc?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 27, 2009, 08:41:19 PM
Everything that matters,which is a lot
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on January 04, 2010, 05:29:18 PM
hmmm so coming back from ohope on saturday arvo and was only running on 2/3 cylinders! Turns out the dizzy was in need of some repair, i saw arcing off the cap onto the inlet manifold, so we took out the dizzy and spotted that it needed new pick-up cable/magnet assembly thing. but it still needs a new cap as its still missing and arcing. bugger
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on January 07, 2010, 11:17:27 AM
Quote from: vag_nutter on December 27, 2009, 08:19:40 PM
Whats the difference between a 105tc and 130tc?


Fiat vs Fiat Abarth

105hp twin cam 1.6 "sport" model vs

130hp twin cam 2.0 Homologated Group A rally car. 

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 07, 2010, 12:16:15 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on January 07, 2010, 11:17:27 AM
Fiat vs Fiat Abarth

105hp twin cam 1.6 "sport" model vs

130hp twin cam 2.0 Homologated Group A rally car. 

Yep, in VW terms it's kind of like the difference between GTI and R32
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on January 07, 2010, 12:43:45 PM
Correct me if I'm wrong, but I was not aware that Fiat did a 5 door Stilo abarth

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-264185164.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-264185164.htm)

This has to be a badged up high spec 5 door but not an Abarth.

It annoys me when people in the trade have virtually no Knowledge of their so called trade.

It's no suprise from such a reputable trader as RepoCars :police:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on January 07, 2010, 01:32:45 PM
Sorry but Fiat did sell a 5 door Stilo Abarth early on. They rebadged this model as a Stilo Dynamic later on.



Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 07, 2010, 02:51:42 PM
Quote from: SOFTLAD on January 07, 2010, 12:43:45 PM
Correct me if I'm wrong

You're wrong!  ;D ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on January 07, 2010, 03:18:24 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on January 07, 2010, 01:32:45 PM
Sorry but Fiat did sell a 5 door Stilo Abarth early on. They rebadged this model as a Stilo Dynamic later on.

Also wrong Steve  :P
The Stilo was always available as Dynamic, the 5 door Abarth was later revised and called Eleganza as it lost a few of the features of the Abarth 3 door

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on January 07, 2010, 05:21:39 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on January 07, 2010, 03:18:24 PM
Also wrong Steve  :P
The Stilo was always available as Dynamic, the 5 door Abarth was later revised and called Eleganza as it lost a few of the features of the Abarth 3 door



So you could get a Dynamic and an Eleganza at the same time? I've never heard of an Eleganza.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on January 08, 2010, 12:11:54 AM
Abarth wheels on trademe

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Car-parts-accessories/Wheels-tyres/Alloy-wheels/auction-263371556.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 08, 2010, 12:31:18 AM
Quote from: vag_nutter on January 08, 2010, 12:11:54 AM
Abarth wheels on trademe

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Car-parts-accessories/Wheels-tyres/Alloy-wheels/auction-263371556.htm

Pretty useless on anything but 130tc as have 60 offset! Altho could be spaced out i guess....but why would you?

I think i sold my last set of 5 for 150 or 160 to another abarth owner....so 3 for that price...not the best buying.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on January 08, 2010, 08:10:44 AM
true Steve, they were.
1.6 (later 1.8) was Dynamic
2.4 20v was Abarth 3/5 door
after the facelift (new badge on rear) the 2.4 5 door became Eleganza not Abarth and lost a few features like Climate Control, Rear Park Aid, Auto lights and rain sensing wipers.

We never sold any of the damn things as they were butt ugly and the 3 door was always pick of the bunch
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 08, 2010, 03:48:20 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on January 08, 2010, 08:10:44 AM
We never sold any of the damn things as they were butt ugly and the 3 door was always pick of the bunch

Never liked the 5dr Stilo myself... the 3dr is far better looking, even the old and new Brava/Bravo are prettier
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 08, 2010, 03:56:50 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 08, 2010, 03:48:20 PM
Never liked the 5dr Stilo myself... the 3dr is far better looking, even the old and new Brava/Bravo are prettier

Couldn't agree more. That white on trademe is very nice. When i see a stilo all i can think is that engine in a marea wkd would be fun.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on January 08, 2010, 04:28:35 PM
I've always liked Stilo's. 3 door's are horny, 5 Doors not so much but far better than an older Brava and I'd be happy driving one if I needed a 5 door hatch.

I dont know about you guys but I've never been a fan of the new Bravo. Its just not quite right somehow. Ive seen some photos with aftermarket wheels etc which look great but yeah, Im still undecided.



Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 08, 2010, 04:34:19 PM
Yeah the old bravas messed up the rear as did alfa 146. The proportions all wrong as 5 dr stilo....which is where i think the new bravo/ritmo is let down. Nice car ... but would be alot better as 3dr. Still nicer than stilo 5dr tho.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 08, 2010, 05:02:00 PM
I like the old Bravas, with the "triple slash" taillights.  I also like the new Bravo/Ritmo, I'd consider buying one if is was in the market for that sort of thing. 

But I totally agree, a 3dr new Bravo would be cool  8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 09, 2010, 09:21:27 AM
Quote from: ritmo on January 08, 2010, 03:56:50 PM
Couldn't agree more. That white on trademe is very nice. When i see a stilo all i can think is that engine in a marea wkd would be fun.
turbo added of course
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 09, 2010, 09:24:25 AM
When you guys have kids you will suddenly see those 5 door Stilo Abarth as seriously cool.  :-[
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 10, 2010, 05:56:00 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on January 09, 2010, 09:24:25 AM
When you guys have kids you will suddenly see those 5 door Stilo Abarth as seriously cool.  :-[

When I have kids, hell will freeze over and we'll be flying around in spaceships....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Filx on January 15, 2010, 06:15:28 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fll.speedhunters.com%2Fu%2Ff%2Feagames%2FNFS%2Fspeedhunters.com%2FImages%2FJacco%2520Willemsen%2F1%2520random%2520snap%2FSpe672.jpg&hash=0a4cd22f281d6b2aac604a798347734add9b178c)

Sweet  :D

From: http://speedhunters.com/archive/2010/01/14/random-snap-gt-gt-500-dragster.aspx (http://speedhunters.com/archive/2010/01/14/random-snap-gt-gt-500-dragster.aspx)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 15, 2010, 09:07:06 PM
Crazy! Looks like they have "tubbed" it. Although to be fair running 195 profile needs tubs on the old 500.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 16, 2010, 08:51:54 AM
Haha that's awesome!  Though I'm not aware of the 4WD turbo Fiat 500 in NZ, as referred to in the blog... anyone?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on January 17, 2010, 11:12:33 AM
Chaps, long shot, but do any Alfa SZ's reside in NZ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 17, 2010, 11:32:01 AM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on January 17, 2010, 11:12:33 AM
Chaps, long shot, but do any Alfa SZ's reside in NZ?


I do understand there is one. Not sure where though Nik.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 17, 2010, 12:24:55 PM
There used to be one in Chch.  Not sure who owns / owned it and whether its still in the country
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 17, 2010, 12:26:08 PM
I always thought they were on tipo chassis but no, old 75 chassis and rwd....cool.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on January 17, 2010, 02:09:06 PM
Quote from: ritmo on January 17, 2010, 12:26:08 PM
I always thought they were on tipo chassis but no, old 75 chassis and rwd....cool.

Ive always liked them. There is an article in the latest EVO magazine featuring a SZ (Sublime Specials).

Then I found this (in OZ):

http://www.classiccarsforsale.co.uk/classic-car-page.php/carno/81715
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 19, 2010, 09:41:49 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 10, 2010, 05:56:00 PM
When I have kids, hell will freeze over and we'll be flying around in spaceships....
No comment needed  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on January 27, 2010, 03:22:36 PM
Quote from: ritmo on September 27, 2008, 07:40:23 PM
One for those fiat boys here.

http://www.hotpix.at/index.php?option=com_ponygallery&func=viewcategory&catid=148&startpage=1&size=big&Itemid=27#category



i know this was a long time ago but how did he close his window so fast?


Edit: Open and close, pic 1 its closed, 2 its open and then 3 its closed ???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 27, 2010, 04:05:22 PM
He figured he was going to hit so decided to close window for more protection. Those spiders have a fast window winder i can assure you.


Or reflection of light playing games with your vision.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on January 27, 2010, 06:59:47 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on January 27, 2010, 03:22:36 PM
i know this was a long time ago but how did he close his window so fast?


Edit: Open and close, pic 1 its closed, 2 its open and then 3 its closed ???

Its reflection damning with you, you can see that it looks like the quarter window is gone as well
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on January 31, 2010, 08:41:02 PM
Any one see Dave Browns 131R at Hampton or Puke ?
Damn that is a stunning car.
Interesting hearing the mods he has had to do to the ass end to make it handle
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 31, 2010, 09:21:12 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on January 31, 2010, 08:41:02 PM
Any one see Dave Browns 131R at Hampton or Puke ?
Damn that is a stunning car.
Interesting hearing the mods he has had to do to the ass end to make it handle

Is that the orange one? Did some 1.25s around manfield which is pretty quick for the old girl. What did he do to the rear end? irs? Claiming 218hp out of the old 8v tho ;)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Specialist-cars/Competition-cars/auction-267734477.htm

wheels for your spider Spooln! Although first question asked. Has done 1:23 manfield so very quick old girl. Saltyboarder will know the car well.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on January 31, 2010, 11:15:29 PM
Yes I saw it running at puke. Nice car!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 01, 2010, 10:07:22 AM
Yes it's been listed and removed several times in the last month. Guess  Mal isn't the only set of those wheels in NZ . Have changed the simmons, now 2 x 8" and 2x 7 inch so will mock up again  this week before getting rubber sorted.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 01, 2010, 03:16:56 PM
Ps anyone know much about that race car?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 01, 2010, 03:56:44 PM
Quote from: spooln on February 01, 2010, 03:16:56 PM
Ps anyone know much about that race car?

the red 124 cc? I know it well and know the owner well. What would you like to know?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on February 05, 2010, 12:48:36 AM
Spooln - those sizes sound much more suited  :)

Hey for those Fiat fans who've read the Ellerslie Concours D'Elegance post you'll be pleased to know they've allocated Fiat twice as many places.  From memory we have a 501, 1500, 2300S, Dino Spider, 124 BC, 130 V6 coupe, X1/9 VS, Coupe 20vt plus, Tipo sedici... we were going to have a Topolino but looks like that won't be ready so we might have a 124 CS instead.  Can't remember the last couple of cars but there's no double ups

Edit: I think Peter is going to bring either his 131 Abarth replica 8) or his Dino coupe 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 05, 2010, 08:00:22 AM
Quote from: ritmo on February 01, 2010, 03:56:44 PM
the red 124 cc? I know it well and know the owner well. What would you like to know?
nice looking car, never seen it beforeso anyting realy. Ps are those wheels replicas or the real thing?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 05, 2010, 06:55:16 PM
B45 simmons are now 7" & 8". mock up looks great. Now to sort some tyres.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 06, 2010, 06:05:41 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on February 05, 2010, 12:48:36 AM
Spooln - those sizes sound much more suited  :)

Hey for those Fiat fans who've read the Ellerslie Concours D'Elegance post you'll be pleased to know they've allocated Fiat twice as many places.  From memory we have a 501, 1500, 2300S, Dino Spider, 124 BC, 130 V6 coupe, X1/9 VS, Coupe 20vt plus, Tipo sedici... we were going to have a Topolino but looks like that won't be ready so we might have a 124 CS instead.  Can't remember the last couple of cars but there's no double ups

Edit: I think Peter is going to bring either his 131 Abarth replica 8) or his Dino coupe 8)


sweet good selection there. Look forward to the weekend. Plan is get Grale friday night after work and leaves sat free.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 06, 2010, 06:13:48 PM
Sploon: sounds alot more guard friendly widths.

Racecar: Sorted little car. Motor built well and goes good. Not sure how many race meets it has done with rebuilt motor as the last 5 years he has hardly raced it. Goes around manfield in 1:23 which for an old girl is pretty quick.
Wheels the real thing and better yet only brought for 800! One of the sets "left behind" after rally nz. I know of another set. But like most of these things sit in shed longer than being driven on.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on February 07, 2010, 07:02:12 PM
Quote from: ritmo on January 31, 2010, 09:21:12 PM
Is that the orange one? Did some 1.25s around manfield which is pretty quick for the old girl. What did he do to the rear end? irs? Claiming 218hp out of the old 8v tho ;)


214 at the flywheel
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 11, 2010, 09:56:30 PM
Can remember this from when it sold last time. Looks well put together. Was saying at the last meet how much fun these are but you want a decent cage if you run into anything because they are light as. Anyone know its background?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-270995154.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 11, 2010, 10:33:22 PM
staceys old unot i believe. Brett or mike will confirm. Has had all the right bits brought by the look of things. Is it worth 7k tho?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 11, 2010, 10:56:00 PM
Word around town is there will be 037 rep project at concours aswell as stratos reps.
Shame to be in akl and not go to concours. :-\
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on February 11, 2010, 11:04:48 PM
Yeah that's the one. I have spent a lot of time fixing/maintaining it for a few previous owners. It's a good base but needs a lot of small things sorted out really. Nothing an enthusiast cant attend to in their spare time, stuff that's too expensive to pay labour for. The current seller's description is also rather inaccurate.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on February 12, 2010, 12:40:15 AM
Quote from: spooln on February 11, 2010, 09:56:30 PM
Can remember this from when it sold last time. Looks well put together. Was saying at the last meet how much fun these are but you want a decent cage if you run into anything because they are light as. Anyone know its background?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-270995154.htm

Ha I know 5 of it's previous owners and I looked at it last time it was sold (it went for $6k).  It was super quick then - it pulled a 13.1s standing quarter once upon a time

As Steve says it'd be a good club car if you were prepared to fix up all the little bits that have been done half arsed... mainly cosmetic stuff... such a shame as it was MINT when Stacey and then Chris owned it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on February 12, 2010, 12:54:30 AM
Quote from: ritmo on February 11, 2010, 10:56:00 PM
Word around town is there will be 037 rep project at concours aswell as stratos reps.
Shame to be in akl and not go to concours. :-\

Stratos reps have been there before but 037 will be cool

Take Monday off and stick around for Concours you goose!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 12, 2010, 07:36:09 AM
Stacey strikes again. Was the body ok?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on February 12, 2010, 11:05:17 AM
Stacey bought it off a friend that had a full panel & paint done on it in 2000.  Since then it's had a few minor knocks and scrapes - there was a bit of a dent on the drivers side rear wheelarch that wasn't repaired all that well - but generally speaking I think the body was pretty sound & rust free

Are you thinking about buying it Neil?

Any idea what the plate supposed to mean?  ???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 12, 2010, 11:16:41 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on February 12, 2010, 11:05:17 AM
Are you thinking about buying it Neil?

Sort off, but I think about different cars each couple of weeks. Things like storage and wife maintenance, and young family all apply though. With a Lotto win and a large barn, I could fill it up (probably like most of us). Looks like a potentially cheap track toy though and could be a lot of fun. Like the color to.

Do you know why Stacey sold it in the end?

N

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on February 12, 2010, 01:15:54 PM
Yep... I'll drop you a PM  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 15, 2010, 11:22:36 PM
You're right Neil would be cool club car.

Picked up integrale on friday and hauled it back home. Will post some pics. Bigbumper saw it so it does exist ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: HaNs on February 15, 2010, 11:28:57 PM
Quote from: ritmo on February 15, 2010, 11:22:36 PM
You're right Neil would be cool club car.

Picked up integrale on friday and hauled it back home. Will post some pics. Bigbumper saw it so it does exist ;)

hmm i'm sure I saw an integrale on a trailer on the weekend, think a white Holden(?) was towing it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 16, 2010, 12:05:30 PM
Probably me Hans. Wasn't a holden towing it though. My fiat 20v wagon ;) Although a bigger wagon would be nice. It would've been sunday. Stopped in taupo for food and Turangi for petrol and a cd stacker change ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: HaNs on February 16, 2010, 12:34:09 PM
Quote from: ritmo on February 16, 2010, 12:05:30 PM
Probably me Hans. Wasn't a holden towing it though. My fiat 20v wagon ;) Although a bigger wagon would be nice. It would've been sunday. Stopped in taupo for food and Turangi for petrol and a cd stacker change ;D

yeh i was more focused on what was on the trailer haha


Bloody train spotters aye
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 16, 2010, 01:37:58 PM
Nice, but .....I thought you didnt have space for anything else?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Period_Correct_ on February 16, 2010, 01:44:53 PM
Quote from: spooln on February 16, 2010, 01:37:58 PM
Nice, but .....I thought you didnt have space for anything else?

theres always space for 1 more....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on February 16, 2010, 01:51:14 PM
You mean 10 more!  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 16, 2010, 03:34:07 PM
Spotted a lovely Marea Weekend going down SH1 on friday arvo with a grinning hoon in the drivers seat.....
Where were you off then Mike?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 16, 2010, 09:46:12 PM
Spot on Nigel....Always room for one more Spooln. Should've not sold those oz rims! ;D

Some pics...


(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi16.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb11%2Fth130%2Fgraleontrailer2.jpg&hash=bc4db1d1cfbc68ebf146c6f2b8ff74301b4cdf4e)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi16.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb11%2Fth130%2Fgraleontrailer.jpg&hash=a9e8777e2a2b8148d2a6dd6459a32b9b1951ce7d)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi16.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb11%2Fth130%2Fgraleathome.jpg&hash=ddaca53b09b7630943d17e83199173327f35a2c6)

The yellow grill will have to go asap. ::)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on February 16, 2010, 09:58:09 PM
Where was it imported from Terry?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 16, 2010, 10:05:41 PM
Japan...which is a real bonus unlike other imports it seems. They tectyled them if bound for the japanese market. Which has saved it. Abit of welding to do but bugger all (without carpet out) considering it has sat for the last 5 years or so.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: vag_nutter on February 16, 2010, 10:06:10 PM
Love the wheels 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 16, 2010, 10:09:31 PM
Yeah the borbets are 16 by 7.5 and look sweet on car. Once the lip is polished and center cleaned up they should look alot better.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on February 16, 2010, 10:20:56 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on February 16, 2010, 03:34:07 PM
Spotted a lovely Marea Weekend going down SH1 on friday arvo with a grinning hoon in the drivers seat.....
Where were you off then Mike?
Went to Pukehina for the weekend, took the tribe ..... was tempted to take your missus too !!

Where where were you heading ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on February 16, 2010, 10:23:53 PM
I just can't believe you finally made it to Akl the one weekend when I was out of Akl.

I am preparing the list of things for you to make for me now you have your own to map bits on  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 16, 2010, 10:27:25 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on February 16, 2010, 10:23:53 PM
I just can't believe you finally made it to Akl the one weekend when I was out of Akl.

I am preparing the list of things for you to make for me now you have your own to map bits on  :P

typical luck! plus can't fit 2 grales on trailer. :D

Will def. make two of everything i do. Will start with cold airbox....after tipo done. Poor abarth.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on February 16, 2010, 10:29:38 PM
Quote from: ritmo on February 16, 2010, 10:27:25 PM
typical luck! plus can't fit 2 grales on trailer. :D

Will def. make two of everything i do. Will start with cold airbox....after tipo done. Poor abarth.

So you coming back to grab this one soon then ? you will make Caro happy before you make Han happy then !!

Poor Abarth, at least it isn't going anywhere soon eh
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Period_Correct_ on February 17, 2010, 09:32:50 AM
integrales are so awesome... this was mine until it got sold.

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Flh6.ggpht.com%2F_kwrIWifmPmM%2FS3sAxD0WUxI%2FAAAAAAAAECI%2F4xBMUVrFNY0%2Fs640%2F27022008361.jpg&hash=2bac0850c373b8519d365e4ad30d5373f5da78a3)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 17, 2010, 10:02:45 AM
Quote from: Evil Grale on February 16, 2010, 10:20:56 PM
Went to Pukehina for the weekend, took the tribe ..... was tempted to take your missus too !!

Where where were you heading ?

haha cheeky bugger!
We were off to her folks down in Palmy, hence the shift on down past you!  ;D
I'll be sure to let my young lady know, oh, she knows someone who knows you too......

Tel, you are a bitch, 2 Grale's (hope you dont have as much trouble as i am having with my Coupe that has sat for 6 years!)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on February 23, 2010, 10:39:32 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on February 17, 2010, 10:02:45 AM
I'll be sure to let my young lady know, oh, she knows someone who knows you too......

Tel, you are a bitch, 2 Grale's (hope you dont have as much trouble as i am having with my Coupe that has sat for 6 years!)
Yeah, my mate Glenn, oddly enough, ex Fiat nut, also has VAG now .... and reckons your missus is a bit of alright

Less for Terry to do on his 2nd Grale, intercooler plumbing is finished for him now, it might even be running by the time he gets here to take it away
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on March 07, 2010, 10:34:36 PM
Your going to love this  8) 8)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/ABARTH/auction-276233341.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/ABARTH/auction-276233341.htm)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: CBRT on March 07, 2010, 10:38:06 PM
$25k?? on what stickers, rolled arches and fluffy seats? come on Paul LOL  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 07, 2010, 10:45:09 PM
haha saw that. So who puts sheepskins on 80s recaros? Anyone seen/been in these seats the sheepies aren't going to make it comfy.
Way too pricey for a car having done 174k. From someone who has seen car the arches aren't very well matched to car. As for the rear spoiler addition....mmmm.
He has ruined a good car., although apparently claims it's NZs best.

Was listed at 10k an hr ago! Quick buy it before it goes to 14k. ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 10, 2010, 01:41:50 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 07, 2010, 10:45:09 PM
He has ruined a good car., although apparently claims it's NZs best.

Haha mine's better than that one!  And there are at least 2 others that are ever better still.  Wouldn't be too hard to remove his "improvements"...

any Fiat progress to report, Terry?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 10, 2010, 09:45:21 PM
My ones rust is all done and the engine is nearly all wired up and back together. Lots of other ideas I have for it but it should run soon.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 10, 2010, 10:02:23 PM
swt,pics Jem? I have spent some time on my 130tc lately as waiting on some bits for tipo. They are such cool cars. will post pics
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 10, 2010, 10:18:39 PM
will an uno t engine bolt into Jem's abarth? i think Jem will love that
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 10, 2010, 10:23:51 PM
Putting up pics seems so daunting to me but typing a rave comes effortlessly :P Pics are fun tho :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 10, 2010, 10:33:16 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 10, 2010, 10:18:39 PM
will an uno t engine bolt into Jem's abarth? i think Jem will love that

you could but why would you? The abarth is what it is, old school twincam twincarbs, and as quick as unot up to about 120km/hr i reckon, then those unots fly!

Pics are good jem
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: cpncrash on March 11, 2010, 11:17:34 AM
Looks like I will be helping a mate change the clutch in his 91 Uno this weekend, anything we should look out for? or any special tools required?

Cheers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on March 11, 2010, 11:24:11 AM
I helped Scott change a lecky window reg on a Tipo once... awful things those Fiats ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: cpncrash on March 11, 2010, 11:57:05 AM
We have already managed to change the shocks in the uno, I must say they where just as easy as a golf ;D

There is a few quirky things with it but you grow to like them I think ;)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 11, 2010, 12:24:28 PM
Pretty easy clutch to do unless its a turbo model. You dont need any special tools. Only weird thing is how the clutch cable is adjusted but a 91 could be hydraulic anyway.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: cpncrash on March 11, 2010, 01:38:19 PM
Cheers thanks for that, yer its a non turbo with a hydraulic clutch so all good :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 11, 2010, 03:08:39 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on March 11, 2010, 12:24:28 PM
Pretty easy clutch to do unless its a turbo model.

:D
i remember it well
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 11, 2010, 04:31:51 PM
I did a clutch on a uno non turbo, for such a small car with so much space i remeber it being much harder than I thought it would be as bits crashed into the body before seperating etc so I had to do more removin g and wiggling than I first thought buit I did it so it can't be that hard.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 11, 2010, 04:49:27 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 11, 2010, 03:08:39 PM
:D
i remember it well

me2 :laugh:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 11, 2010, 05:01:09 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 11, 2010, 04:49:27 PM
me2 :laugh:

Hah - looks like we all put a clutch in that car. I think I did the job 3 times in total!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 11, 2010, 08:54:15 PM
i put a Kevlar clutch in, i wonder how long it will last
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 15, 2010, 07:53:51 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 11, 2010, 08:54:15 PM
i put a Kevlar clutch in, i wonder how long it will last
if you wreck a kevlar/ceramic clutch in an Uno turbo you need to hand in your licence .... if I couldn't then no one should.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 15, 2010, 08:36:26 PM
Have seen a mint uno series one around work the last couple weeks. Looks absolutely pristine.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 15, 2010, 10:01:25 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 15, 2010, 07:53:51 PM
if you wreck a kevlar/ceramic clutch in an Uno turbo you need to hand in your licence .... if I couldn't then no one should.

Does this count?

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.turbo124.com%2Fforum%2Fdownload%2Ffile.php%3Fid%3D312&hash=8254a507a9ef6640d3c19fbac6f1a3d91108cbf5)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 15, 2010, 10:02:35 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on March 15, 2010, 10:01:25 PM
Does this count?

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.turbo124.com%2Fforum%2Fdownload%2Ffile.php%3Fid%3D312&hash=8254a507a9ef6640d3c19fbac6f1a3d91108cbf5)

um...wow!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on March 16, 2010, 08:13:01 AM
I would check the support for the gerbox input shaft at crankshaft, that looks like it has vibrated to bits.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 16, 2010, 05:41:41 PM
There was nothing wrong other than the clutch plate. It was just past its time I think. It was very old, worn out and had done lots of drag racing. It's such a strong clutch it didn't slip.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: cpncrash on March 19, 2010, 01:12:11 PM
Quote from: captncrash on March 11, 2010, 11:17:34 AM
Looks like I will be helping a mate change the clutch in his 91 Uno this weekend, anything we should look out for? or any special tools required?

Cheers

Finished this off last night, wee bit of a delay getting the right brake pads as we decided to change them too.

Went well :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 19, 2010, 01:15:50 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on March 16, 2010, 05:41:41 PM
There was nothing wrong other than the clutch plate. It was just past its time I think. It was very old, worn out and had done lots of drag racing. It's such a strong clutch it didn't slip.



the guy i sold the uno to said the Kevlar Clutch was worn, so he bought a new one, it wasnt even 6 months old when i sold it to him, i wonder how he is driving it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 19, 2010, 01:49:35 PM
Got the simmons B45s on the car now, and really drives great. Went for the Toyo T1rs in the end, 185 at the front and 205s at th rear. CD30s were a tad undersized but looked ok, and sized to get the factory rolling diameter. Will post some pics tonight.

Next thing is to look for some adjustable cam wheels to get the motor dialed right in. Any ideas where to look?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 19, 2010, 02:15:53 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on March 19, 2010, 01:15:50 PM
the guy i sold the uno to said the Kevlar Clutch was worn, so he bought a new one, it wasnt even 6 months old when i sold it to him, i wonder how he is driving it

The clutch above was from another car, not your one.

I put a std clutch in your car for a previous owner about 2 years go.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 19, 2010, 03:01:18 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on March 19, 2010, 02:15:53 PM
The clutch above was from another car, not your one.

I put a std clutch in your car for a previous owner about 2 years go.



yeah but since then it has had the kevlar one put it as Ty popped it about a year ago!
Man that car is getting some crap now, poor thing!  :'(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 19, 2010, 03:17:11 PM
oh right,

The standard clutch lasted me about 6 years! you guys are just wreckers!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 19, 2010, 03:32:24 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 19, 2010, 03:01:18 PM
yeah but since then it has had the kevlar one put it as Ty popped it about a year ago!
Man that car is getting some s**t now, poor thing!  :'(

I told the guy to adjust the clutch, but his mechanic told him he cant, i wasnt going to argue so i just left him
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 19, 2010, 03:49:56 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on March 19, 2010, 03:17:11 PM
oh right,

The standard clutch lasted me about 6 years! you guys are just wreckers!



;D
think i might be doing one in a Coupe before long
When did you say you were back Steve? haha (joking!)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 19, 2010, 03:55:10 PM
No thanks doing a Coupe clutch!

I'm planning a trip to Auckland in early May though.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 19, 2010, 04:59:30 PM
hey 330ci injectors to fit a Uno Turbo, what you reckon they are worth?
I havent a clue but got some to sell (see trademe for 'uno spares')
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 19, 2010, 05:03:37 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on March 19, 2010, 04:59:30 PM
hey 330ci injectors to fit a Uno Turbo, what you reckon they are worth?
I havent a clue but got some to sell (see trademe for 'uno spares')

the circa_skater guy is the guy who bought my car
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on March 19, 2010, 05:06:16 PM
i have seen this a few times, it looks awesome in the flesh

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-277687140.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 19, 2010, 05:40:16 PM
That looks naff. Sorry. Ruins the sleeper look the unot has mastered.
Hey Tyz-fly have you got contact details for the new owners of your/clives/steve old unot? After the paint code for my 130tc.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 19, 2010, 05:49:30 PM
Paint code is Rosso 113

The Hormann kits looked pretty cool in the 80's but are dated now. The wheels dont help. That car looks much better in the metal than the picture. Its pretty dam heavy though and slow as a snail.






Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 19, 2010, 05:53:04 PM
Cheers Steve.

Just brought a sedicivalvole rear badge for the tipot ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 19, 2010, 05:57:22 PM
Quote from: ritmo on March 19, 2010, 05:53:04 PM
Cheers Steve.

Just brought a sedicivalvole rear badge for the tipot ;D

Which one? I had a new "2.0i.e." badge for it but I prefer it left off really
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 19, 2010, 06:01:59 PM
There is only one...the rear hatch handle.
Yeah not fussed on 2.0i.e or front 16v ones.
Lee also getting me front side skirts jacking covers and a lhs rear. So car will look great
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 21, 2010, 08:16:37 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on March 15, 2010, 10:01:25 PM
Does this count?

Thats from real use though Steve, drags and racing, not bad driving. Damn fine effort though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 21, 2010, 08:37:58 PM
You adjust hydraulic clutches up under the dash by fiddling with the push rod length. Most hydraulic clutches don't need adjusting ever so often mechanics don't know you can.
I was one of them till a while ago.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 21, 2010, 10:41:01 PM
Quote from: BB on March 21, 2010, 08:37:58 PM
You adjust hydraulic clutches up under the dash by fiddling with the push rod length. Most hydraulic clutches don't need adjusting ever so often mechanics don't know you can.
I was one of them till a while ago.

What are you referring to?

You are not ment to "adjust up" a hydraulic clutch anyway. If you need to it means there is something not right

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Angle on March 22, 2010, 08:34:52 AM
Quote from: Scuderia on March 21, 2010, 10:41:01 PM
What are you referring to?

You are not ment to "adjust up" a hydraulic clutch anyway. If you need to it means there is something not right



Depending on the vintage some slave cylinders allow you to adjust the rod length. Also, in some instances, you can adjust where Jem has pointed out, to change how the pedal reacts with the master cylinder.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 22, 2010, 09:08:43 AM
I had to adjust one as the car woul not go into gear.........after replacing the clutch (that wasn't worn) I rang the guy at auto clutch who scornfully told me that "All clutches can be adjusted"

As I said tho most hydralic ones never do need it, but it always pays to check that its pushing far enough (wont go into gear) or releasing properly (slipping) before you pull the box out especially if the clutch shouldnt have worn out that quickly.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on March 22, 2010, 11:25:36 AM
Adjusting the slave is different

The adjustment on the master is only intended for freeplay adjustment.

If you adjust it up you will remove all freeplay and constantly part load the diaphram. Sure it may work to get it into gear but its bad practice and only necessary because the clutch is built wrong.



Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Filx on March 25, 2010, 04:33:11 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 19, 2010, 01:49:35 PM
Got the simmons B45s on the car now, and really drives great. Went for the Toyo T1rs in the end, 185 at the front and 205s at th rear. CD30s were a tad undersized but looked ok, and sized to get the factory rolling diameter. Will post some pics tonight.

Next thing is to look for some adjustable cam wheels to get the motor dialed right in. Any ideas where to look?

Got some pics of the car with B45s yet? Looking forward to seeing it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 25, 2010, 06:16:07 PM
Busted will try and get up tonight
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 25, 2010, 09:09:49 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on March 22, 2010, 11:25:36 AM
Adjusting the slave is different

The adjustment on the master is only intended for freeplay adjustment.

If you adjust it up you will remove all freeplay and constantly part load the diaphram. Sure it may work to get it into gear but its bad practice and only necessary because the clutch is built wrong.





Yea well this clutch was fine and not built wrong, there was nothing wrong with the old clutch and the same thing happened with the new one. There was way to much play in the master (probibly not adjusted correctly when it its self was replaced) tho because it had a spring as well it did feel like it was the clutch that was odd.
I adjusted it up but of course still left free play and its been fine ever since, the guy was a bit annoyed at paying for a new clutch but he was quite mechanical and had never had to adjust a hydraulic one before either. I charged him bugger all and learnt.
It was a bit tricky as you could see the slave working but it just wasn't pushing quite enough.

I now check all clutches quite carefully before I haul a gearbox off now.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 25, 2010, 09:11:26 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 25, 2010, 06:16:07 PM
Busted will try and get up tonight

haha good spotting Flix. In fact i was after the product you used to seal them spooln. About to put my simmons together and can't find the thread i posted more than a year ago....any help?

Might have spare 8v adjustable cam wheels in shed Spooln..... will look this wkd.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 25, 2010, 09:27:05 PM
Ta. Camera cable at work do tomorrow
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 26, 2010, 09:56:30 AM
More
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 26, 2010, 11:20:01 AM
Quote from: ritmo on March 25, 2010, 09:11:26 PM
haha good spotting Flix. In fact i was after the product you used to seal them spooln. About to put my simmons together and can't find the thread i posted more than a year ago....any help?

Might have spare 8v adjustable cam wheels in shed Spooln..... will look this wkd.

Thanks.

I had wrs do it. Brendon may be of help there as he resealed his (try PM'n him as hes still allive). Also watchout as some stuff is corrosive on the shells, so is to be avoided.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 26, 2010, 02:47:22 PM
Wow looks great Neil  8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 26, 2010, 02:55:48 PM
Cheers. The reds a bit different, have had several say it looks great except for the color. I think its ok? If I ever get around to remainting what color do you reckon
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 26, 2010, 03:13:30 PM
I don't mind the colour... and it ties in with your interior

If it were me I'd look at a dark grey, maybe similar to the colour of your hardtop.  White, silver or gold would be the other obvious options (all of which would be harder to keep clean!)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 26, 2010, 08:23:10 PM
Nice spooln.....love the polished lip and fill guards nicely.

Brett is right suits the interior, but only obvious when door open or roof down i guess.

That red looks a little pink based, just camera or actually pink based red?

If i was to repaint i would be tempted to go a deeper red or satin black if something more subtle needed.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 26, 2010, 09:16:00 PM
That looks wild! I love it!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 28, 2010, 06:11:37 PM
Twilight road test completed. If you have a rwd fiat you have to go wide at the back, huge difference. Fronts are still 185 on the 7 inch, so steering is still crisp. Main difference is in the back, super planted.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 28, 2010, 09:32:55 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 28, 2010, 06:11:37 PM
Twilight road test completed. If you have a rwd fiat you have to go wide at the back, huge difference. Fronts are still 185 on the 7 inch, so steering is still crisp. Main difference is in the back, super planted.

Haha I did Twilight Rd in the Coupe on Weds night, bit damp so I was a bit ginger... but still damn good fun!

Good to hear those Simmons have worked out well... what sort of rubber did you go for in the end?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 28, 2010, 10:54:52 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 28, 2010, 06:11:37 PM
Twilight road test completed. If you have a rwd fiat you have to go wide at the back, huge difference. Fronts are still 185 on the 7 inch, so steering is still crisp. Main difference is in the back, super planted.

sweet.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Angle on March 28, 2010, 11:19:50 PM
Rims look very cool. I think red is a great idea. Otherwise you'd be 'standard' black.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on March 28, 2010, 11:45:23 PM
I like that a lot!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 29, 2010, 08:40:59 AM
I did some scary tank slappers in my 125 trying to keep up with my mate in a 1300cc mini till I decided I couldn't.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 29, 2010, 10:01:14 AM
Went with Toyo T1Rs. 185 at the front, and 205 at the back
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Filx on March 29, 2010, 04:32:18 PM
Car looks awesome Neil! I love the red centres - works really well IMHO. BTW Sikaflex is a great wheel sealant from what I have read. I think most decent hardware stores will carry it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Trofeo on March 29, 2010, 05:19:54 PM
I love it with the red wheels (and simmons no less!) - very 911 carrera... 

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 80 Vert on March 30, 2010, 04:10:40 PM
For the FIAT enthusiast:
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Car-parts-accessories/Fiat/auction-280901654.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 30, 2010, 04:42:31 PM
hey that guy has the same name as you!  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 30, 2010, 04:45:01 PM
Annnnnnnd...........Vert comes out of the closet, a real fiat enthusiast after all,  with the signage to prove it. Surely this could go on one of the buildings Vert...     ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 80 Vert on March 30, 2010, 04:47:32 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 26, 2010, 02:55:48 PM
Cheers. The reds a bit different, have had several say it looks great except for the color. I think its ok? If I ever get around to remainting what color do you reckon

That looks great Neil, the red suits the car very well.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 80 Vert on March 30, 2010, 04:49:34 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 30, 2010, 04:45:01 PM
Annnnnnnd...........Vert comes out of the closet, a real fiat enthusiast after all,  with the signage to prove it. Surely this could go on one of the buildings Vert...     ;D

LOL, forgot I had this.
Was listing a bunch of stuff no longer used and came across the Fiat sign, also have a huge VW one but will b
keep that  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Filx on April 01, 2010, 08:33:51 AM
I like the colour! (Apologies if this has already been discussed - didn't see it on the last few pages anyway)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/125/auction-278553153.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/125/auction-278553153.htm)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.trademe.co.nz%2Fphotoserver%2Ftq%2F85%2F121701985.jpg&hash=1d15cf0029022eaabeac489d2c907028fd706763)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: VeeDub on April 01, 2010, 08:35:43 AM
I had one of those as my first car! The back seats are really spongy.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: qta4 on April 01, 2010, 09:23:07 AM
Quote from: Filx on April 01, 2010, 08:33:51 AM
I like the colour! (Apologies if this has already been discussed - didn't see it on the last few pages anyway)

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/125/auction-278553153.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/125/auction-278553153.htm)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.trademe.co.nz%2Fphotoserver%2Ftq%2F85%2F121701985.jpg&hash=1d15cf0029022eaabeac489d2c907028fd706763)



That Fiat belongs to my brother in law, well actually his mother (aged97).
She bought it brand new in Te kuiti, one owner.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on April 01, 2010, 12:21:58 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 29, 2010, 10:01:14 AM
Went with Toyo T1Rs. 185 at the front, and 205 at the back

One of my 124's had 185s on the front and 245's on the rear. They can take huge tyres. I swapped them to 205's and they looked so small! 
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on April 01, 2010, 02:45:03 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on April 01, 2010, 12:21:58 PM
One of my 124's had 185s on the front and 245's on the rear. They can take huge tyres. I swapped them to 205's and they looked so small! 

Agreed, but with offset the car would have needed flares or similar.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on April 02, 2010, 09:51:37 PM
Sorry if allready posted - case of love it or hate it maybe ?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-280555676.htm

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 02, 2010, 10:21:03 PM
Quote from: phil on April 02, 2010, 09:51:37 PM
Sorry if allready posted - case of love it or hate it maybe ?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-280555676.htm



Hate it, love the uno turbos tho. would much pefer the grey one that has been on trademe....used to have the plate gtieta :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on April 03, 2010, 12:12:09 PM
Finally got my car back from panel beaters/painters, and they had some of the interior trim off for reason unknown, but they had the centre console out and wired up the interior fan wrong, and i don't remember which wire went were, so who knows what wire goes on what terminal? its a 3 point switch with a red, blue and yellow w/ black trace.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 10, 2010, 11:17:52 PM
Haven't been on in a while so

DAMN Spooln, that looks HOT. Good effort, glad you took the time to get it right
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on April 11, 2010, 05:39:52 PM
Cheers. Still stuff to do but mainly just driving at the mo.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 15, 2010, 07:14:29 PM
Best thing for it, just drive it !!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 15, 2010, 07:17:09 PM
Oil catch can and fuse box cover made for Grale. runs quite well, need to play with idle set-up, haven't dialed that in yet. Plans in place to do exhaust, need to steal dads trailer to get it to panel shop for a little TLC around windscreen. Starting to take shape into the toy it should be
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 15, 2010, 07:45:00 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on April 15, 2010, 07:17:09 PM
Oil catch can and fuse box cover made for Grale. runs quite well, need to play with idle set-up, haven't dialed that in yet. Plans in place to do exhaust, need to steal dads trailer to get it to panel shop for a little TLC around windscreen. Starting to take shape into the toy it should be

good progress mike....mine might be in for a big pressie ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: cpncrash on April 19, 2010, 08:57:33 AM
Does anyone out there have a spare alternator for a 91 Uno 1400cc?

Cheers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on April 19, 2010, 12:44:11 PM
Better do the last bit on my Fiat soon :P There is not much to do its just.....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 19, 2010, 05:11:13 PM
Quote from: captncrash on April 19, 2010, 08:57:33 AM
Does anyone out there have a spare alternator for a 91 Uno 1400cc?

Cheers

Would be surprised captncrash...pickapart should be good for one though.

What more on abarth jem?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 19, 2010, 06:49:11 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 15, 2010, 07:45:00 PM
good progress mike....mine might be in for a big pressie ;)
and a very necessary present at that

Does H get a pressie too?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 19, 2010, 07:09:38 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on April 19, 2010, 06:49:11 PM
and a very necessary present at that

Does H get a pressie too?

Haha didn't get thema, guy was killing me. I was trying to meet him halfway, but nope.

So H has no pressie yet.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on April 19, 2010, 07:27:25 PM
Pretty much just gotta relocate the battery to the boot and refit the dash and start it.
It will take about two day on it maybe three.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 20, 2010, 12:45:30 AM
Quote from: BB on April 19, 2010, 07:27:25 PM
Pretty much just gotta relocate the battery to the boot and refit the dash and start it.
It will take about two day on it maybe three.

I'll be disappointed if its not running and race ready by the weekend Jem  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on April 20, 2010, 08:57:36 PM
Quote from: ritmo on April 19, 2010, 07:09:38 PM
Haha didn't get thema, guy was killing me. I was trying to meet him halfway, but nope.

So H has no pressie yet.
poor H
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on May 05, 2010, 08:25:09 AM
Fifth Gear Alfa Romeo MiTo Cloverleaf test:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49S4pB22hus&playnext_from=TL&videos=cn723m5BN90&feature=sub
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: choppy16v on May 08, 2010, 03:40:35 PM
whats wrong with the sedici valvole on trade me?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 08, 2010, 07:18:13 PM
Quote from: choppy16v on May 08, 2010, 03:40:35 PM
whats wrong with the sedici valvole on trade me?

Not much as far as I'm aware.  Not the tidiest one about but still pretty presentable.  Km's are consistent with age and probably mostly on country roads.  Current and previous owners are enthusiasts and members of Fiat Club Waikato.  Good buying at circa $3k
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on May 17, 2010, 11:26:27 PM
That white sedici is an Auckland car, one of 2 white sedici's in NZ. It use to live on my street and had fully painted white bumpers at an early age. I also remember it sitting in a Greenlane car yard for months at $16K. It seemed to go through a few owners. Years later it had some sort of engine failure (I think cambelt) and ended up in a wreckers yard as it was uneconomic to repair. I was interested in the body shell for a race car at the time. Thankfully it was eventually put back on the road with afaik an imported engine. It got some general tiding up, the bumpers and skirts got stripped back to original black which is a huge improvement.


There is probably nothing wrong with it but its not a prime example. It does have A/C though which is rare.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 05:56:28 PM
Only two white sedicis? Swt i have the other one...wait a minute there are two in welly, must be three.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on May 18, 2010, 06:04:49 PM
Your right Terry, there are 3. I alwasy thought there were only 2. Wow, 3 is heaps, the only other color more common is red.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 06:08:19 PM
1 black? 1 bronze? 2 blue? 3 white... so how many red ones?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: phil on May 18, 2010, 06:16:36 PM
I see that 130TC is slowly coming down in price also......
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 06:23:11 PM
Quote from: phil on May 18, 2010, 06:16:36 PM
I see that 130TC is slowly coming down in price also......

yes it is. Must be the sheepskin covers :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on May 18, 2010, 06:59:07 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 06:08:19 PM
1 black? 1 bronze? 2 blue? 3 white... so how many red ones?

3 black but they are all different, 1 bronze (red), 2 blue, 3 white, 7 red.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 09:13:55 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on May 17, 2010, 11:26:27 PM
That white sedici is an Auckland car, one of 2 white sedici's in NZ. It use to live on my street and had fully painted white bumpers at an early age. I also remember it sitting in a Greenlane car yard for months at $16K. It seemed to go through a few owners. Years later it had some sort of engine failure (I think cambelt) and ended up in a wreckers yard as it was uneconomic to repair. I was interested in the body shell for a race car at the time. Thankfully it was eventually put back on the road with afaik an imported engine. It got some general tiding up, the bumpers and skirts got stripped back to original black which is a huge improvement.


There is probably nothing wrong with it but its not a prime example. It does have A/C though which is rare.

and it's sold.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on May 18, 2010, 09:31:16 PM
And on Sedici news, I got my wheels back! Now they can sit in my garage and do nothing  :'(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 09:33:56 PM
Standard sedici rims steve? The new owner has rung me asking about standard rims....you willing to sell? pm me price and i will pass on if you're keen.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 18, 2010, 09:46:15 PM
i know where there are some coupe 16vt rims going up for sale in the next 10 days  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 09:49:56 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on May 18, 2010, 09:46:15 PM
i know where there are some coupe 16vt rims going up for sale in the next 10 days  ;)

Thought Mal was buying?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 18, 2010, 10:31:04 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 09:33:56 PM
Standard sedici rims steve? The new owner has rung me asking about standard rims....you willing to sell? pm me price and i will pass on if you're keen.

Who are you kidding Terry... you want the Sedici rims don't you? >:D  Hell, you probably bought the Sedici!! :laugh: ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 10:46:26 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on May 18, 2010, 10:31:04 PM
Who are you kidding Terry... you want the Sedici rims don't you? >:D  Hell, you probably bought the Sedici!! :laugh: ;)

haha already got a set of sedici rims. Could sell them to him...but look alright on marea. Nope to buying tipo, sold for 3200 though, pretty good buying....i mean how many hachbcks does one need.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 18, 2010, 10:55:44 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 10:46:26 PM
haha already got a set of sedici rims. Could sell them to him...but look alright on marea. Nope to buying tipo, sold for 3200 though, pretty good buying....i mean how many hachbcks does one need.

That is good buying.  Who was the buyer, anyone I know?  Plans for the car, daily driver or project like yours?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on May 18, 2010, 11:34:05 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 09:33:56 PM
Standard sedici rims steve? The new owner has rung me asking about standard rims....you willing to sell? pm me price and i will pass on if you're keen.

Na  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on May 19, 2010, 08:12:50 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 18, 2010, 10:46:26 PM
i mean how many hachbcks does one need.

one can never have to many hatchbacks
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on May 19, 2010, 08:42:44 PM
Looked to good to stay unsold for long
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 19, 2010, 09:32:04 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on May 18, 2010, 11:34:05 PM
Na  :D

it was my answer to him also ;D It is Logan Steve.

The plan brett is a road car that he can do a few trackdays in. He's picking it up on saturday.

Oh and i might be able to get integrale import papers...which might change it's direction some what.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 19, 2010, 09:47:50 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 19, 2010, 09:32:04 PM
Oh and i might be able to get integrale import papers...which might change it's direction some what.

Awesome news!  Hope it works out... makes sense to race Tipo and have Grale as street car / weekend toy
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 19, 2010, 09:52:18 PM
I agree mate. Grale a cool road car. Will be interesting process though.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on May 21, 2010, 07:42:01 PM
Quote from: ritmo on May 19, 2010, 09:52:18 PM
I agree mate. Grale a cool road car. Will be interesting process though.
very interesting process, you have some fun ahead I reckon
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 07, 2010, 05:24:04 PM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-295399621.htm

pretty bloody nice.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: GTI's on June 07, 2010, 06:03:19 PM
Hell Yes!  I'd own a fiat if it was like that one there! Oh yeah!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on June 07, 2010, 06:36:02 PM
Quote from: ritmo on June 07, 2010, 05:24:04 PM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-295399621.htm

pretty bloody nice.
If I win Lotto this week thats on my shopping list 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 07, 2010, 06:43:34 PM
Quote from: SOFTLAD on June 07, 2010, 06:36:02 PM
If I win Lotto this week thats on my shopping list 8)

the guy built it himself and made a great job, obviuosly very skillful guy ....oh it is build #2 and he still has the other one.

But yes looks so cool. 8)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 07, 2010, 10:44:14 PM
Wow that looks VERY nice.  Price is possibly a shade ambitious, probably worth that much but questionable whether anyone in NZ will pay it (given the genuine SpiderEuropa went for ~$37k not so long ago)

Ritmo - you know the owner?  Who is this Masque Fiat he refers to, I've never heard of them and Google draws a blank...?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on June 08, 2010, 06:45:54 AM
I agree. A genuine 131 abarth was for sale on Aussie a couple o years ago for 60k aud.  That said seems to have done a nice job.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on June 08, 2010, 12:20:09 PM
Thats a nice 131 but its nothing more than a 131 with a bodykit. I would hardly call it a replica.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on June 08, 2010, 12:29:14 PM
Agreed and not worth anything like $48k+
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 08, 2010, 02:55:15 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on June 08, 2010, 12:20:09 PM
Thats a nice 131 but its nothing more than a 131 with a bodykit. I would hardly call it a replica.


Ok it doesn't have IRS, and there are obvious detail differences with the engine, but does it have to be exactly the same to be a replica?  Stick a set of those beautiful 15x7 Cromodoras on it and visually it ticks all the boxes...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on June 08, 2010, 09:49:23 PM
It maybe a great car in its own right, with all the boxes ticked and great looks to boot. And all that may make it a better 131 too, but it adds nothing towards it being a better Abarth replica.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 08, 2010, 10:15:45 PM
when is a replica a replica? ;D

All i know is it looks stunning and i would own one in a heartbeat ( not at 48k tho)...then repower it with one of the spare 16v heads.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on June 09, 2010, 09:36:10 AM
Oh to have spare 16v heads in the shed... :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 09, 2010, 09:24:10 PM
Quote from: spooln on June 09, 2010, 09:36:10 AM
Oh to have spare 16v heads in the shed... :P

only 3 :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 09, 2010, 09:34:45 PM
Greedy hoarder!  :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on June 09, 2010, 09:55:45 PM
Ha ha, anyway what would one pay for the 131?. Obviously lots of work done but for That money I'd want correct wheels (reps available), and a 16v turbo setup. As is say 20k???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 09, 2010, 10:40:52 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on June 09, 2010, 09:34:45 PM
Greedy hoarder!  :D

nothing new ;)

Hard to price it as is, but hot 131r with abarth kit worth 20k absolute tops.

Yip for 50k the real wheels or compomotive repilcas(3k worth), not sure about 16v turbo though. I would pefer 16v na in abarth spirit.

There is a guy spending 20k on his 16v turbo over the next year :o So good money can be spent on that engine.....could be worse though try building a hot s14 engine for a e30 m3. :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 09, 2010, 10:58:51 PM
I had the aim of building something just like that Abarth about 12-13 years ago, and I thought I'd turbo it then.  But now I'd go 16v n/a

If it's as good as he says then maybe $20k.  But given small market in NZ (and all Fiat fans are broke, cheapskates, or broke cheapskates), I think he'll struggle.  Australia may be a better market?

PS. Maurice sold his baby blue 131S to Aaron Mullins for $14k about 4 years ago.  Very tidy car with lots of good gear and a dyno'd 118kW atw  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 09, 2010, 10:59:31 PM
Quote from: ritmo on June 09, 2010, 10:40:52 PM
There is a guy spending 20k on his 16v turbo over the next year :o So good money can be spent on that engine.....could be worse though try building a hot s14 engine for a e30 m3. :o

Whats the 16vt going in?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 09, 2010, 11:01:39 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on June 09, 2010, 10:59:31 PM
Whats the 16vt going in?

124 bc
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on July 12, 2010, 06:46:57 PM
Hi Fiat guys.
Im gona sell my 130, in not getting the time or money for it and I wanna buy some electronic drums.
Look in the trade section.
Its better than it was and I just want my money back.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 16, 2010, 08:37:05 AM
Stilo claws on a Fiat Coupe?  ???
Better than 20vt rims you reckon?

I'm trying to talk myself out of the Claws but i really wanted them before i got the 20vt rims, now in typical fashion i've been offered some claws after getting the 20vt rims....
If i opt for claws it detracts from original looking coupe, wold need lowering and would handle better  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 16, 2010, 10:30:33 AM
Hmmm, I think I prefer the 20v rims. Good for options though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on July 16, 2010, 11:49:59 AM
driving home last i had to take a detour due to some road works, so im not entirely sure where i was, but i drove past a little piece of land in otahuhu (i think) and there were 7 or 8 uno's just sitting there, spare parts maybe? i know it wasnt by auto italian center
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 16, 2010, 12:57:55 PM
that wouldve been penrose i bet, they are sat behind a wire fence and a building either side
Uno grave yard!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 16, 2010, 01:10:58 PM
Quote from: tyz-fly on July 16, 2010, 11:49:59 AM
driving home last i had to take a detour due to some road works, so im not entirely sure where i was, but i drove past a little piece of land in otahuhu (i think) and there were 7 or 8 uno's just sitting there, spare parts maybe? i know it wasnt by auto italian center

Yep Gt Sth Rd in Penrose, I've seen 'em too
And there's JC Autos on Mt Eden Rd

Quote from: spooln on July 16, 2010, 10:30:33 AM
Hmmm, I think I prefer the 20v rims.

I definitely prefer 20v alloys
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on July 16, 2010, 01:20:52 PM
Quote from: Mk1unoT on July 16, 2010, 12:57:55 PM
that wouldve been penrose i bet, they are sat behind a wire fence and a building either side
Uno grave yard!

yup thats it
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on July 16, 2010, 07:47:00 PM
Will be out of the panel shop this year... hopefully :P :P

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi601.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Ftt97%2F124dude%2FPhoto0005.jpg&hash=0195483deed2d214efbb323dd904fa5169eb6502)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on July 16, 2010, 10:43:14 PM
Unpacking stuff today and found a photo of my dad's 124 in the Nissan Mobil 500 classic race.
I've been told that after being in a barn for a few years the 124 is being fully rebuilt by Peter Zivcovic with no expense spared.
He is convinced that it will have 240bhp on completion.  Should be a good one to look out for  ;)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 15, 2010, 07:41:26 AM
Come on fiat people, no posts in almost one month!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 15, 2010, 10:08:36 AM
Quote from: Salty on July 16, 2010, 10:43:14 PM
Unpacking stuff today and found a photo of my dad's 124 in the Nissan Mobil 500 classic race.
I've been told that after being in a barn for a few years the 124 is being fully rebuilt by Peter Zivcovic with no expense spared.
He is convinced that it will have 240bhp on completion.  Should be a good one to look out for  ;)



Did your Dad sell the car to Anthony?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on August 15, 2010, 10:45:18 AM
I'm a member of the fiat family again with our latest addition to our fleet.
After selling the blue 5door mk2 we have added this as the wife's mode of transport.
The mags were added last weekend following lunch in Tauronga to collect. The little 1.2 can get up an hussel on the flat but does not like the hills :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 15, 2010, 07:37:10 PM
Nice softlad, 1.2l...gotta be good on fuel!

Sorry Neil will take some pics of tipo and post....speaking of sedicis...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/auction-310818745.htm

Saw it this morning and commented i would like to buy it for the plate.... not quite that soon tho.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 16, 2010, 06:41:42 AM
I saw a great pic in an old issue of CAR recently

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg690.imageshack.us%2Fimg690%2F299%2Fbiasion.jpg&hash=c04b01f7504c61be5f4c631d66bb60345de46da2) (http://img690.imageshack.us/my.php?image=biasion.jpg)

It made me think of this post:

Quote from: **Apex** on June 23, 2010, 08:42:45 PM
Feel?? The Integrally is no Lotus Elise or Porsche Boxster, the guy driving the one I was in was basically man handling the thing to make it kind of go around corners,  it had the worst case of understeer I have seen in years.

Understeer... what's that?  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on August 16, 2010, 11:29:39 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on August 16, 2010, 06:41:42 AM


It made me think of this post:

Understeer... what's that?  ;)

yep, must have been a badly set up one, Rays in standard suspension trim was amazing in corners, throw it in and stand on the gas, ass would move a little and front would bite and pull you through.
Understeer was not something I came across and I can't say I was being gentle
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 16, 2010, 12:30:50 PM
I've seen that pic before. It was used in a handling article and the commentwas that the setup was wrong to generate oversteer.  Apparently at the owners request.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 16, 2010, 02:45:40 PM
Quote from: Evil Grale on August 16, 2010, 11:29:39 AM
yep, must have been a badly set up one, Rays in standard suspension trim was amazing in corners, throw it in and stand on the gas, ass would move a little and front would bite and pull you through.
Understeer was not something I came across and I can't say I was being gentle

Mike, I didn't know you were even capable of gentle?!

Quote from: spooln on August 16, 2010, 12:30:50 PM
I've seen that pic before. It was used in a handling article and the commentwas that the setup was wrong to generate oversteer.  Apparently at the owners request.

I'm pretty sure the owner is the guy in the picture... Miki Biasion.  After a career spent sideways on gravel I guess it makes sense he would have it set up to oversteer!  :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on August 16, 2010, 10:33:37 PM
well, i've just purchased myself a new car thanks to good friend Phil Sutton. I bought his mums old 1984 Fiat Uno 70s. Its luxury compared to the 124, central locking, power windows :O :O

Already added my Momo steering wheel, which does boast another 20-30mm more leg room which i do need :P 

Theres some cool rims and grill with spotlights on trademe i'm looking at too for it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on August 17, 2010, 11:06:44 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on August 15, 2010, 10:08:36 AM
Did your Dad sell the car to Anthony?


Late reply - but yes.  He was old mechanic friend from the toy shop
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 19, 2010, 02:26:48 PM
 ;D

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FStilodarkrimshome.jpg&hash=382a18d76706b50d660f4b1acd33582fadf6aaf6)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 19, 2010, 05:17:22 PM
You need those lowered springs Clive!

Looks really good otherwise
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on August 23, 2010, 09:27:04 AM
All cars will understeer if you drive to fast into a corner :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 30, 2010, 08:52:22 PM
Sorry Steve, Ty and Clive

http://www.turners.co.nz/Damaged/Pages/Car.aspx?RefId=800122

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 30, 2010, 09:08:58 PM
Sad end to a neat car. Almost bought it but got maddie instead.  Anyone know the story here?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on August 30, 2010, 10:43:49 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 30, 2010, 08:52:22 PM
Sorry Steve, Ty and Clive

http://www.turners.co.nz/Damaged/Pages/Car.aspx?RefId=800122



Yeah seen it. Blair is trying to buy it thru Barry. Looks to be all there only in a mess. We have enough parts to fix it.  Don't let everyone know.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 30, 2010, 10:48:09 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on August 30, 2010, 10:43:49 PM
Yeah seen it. Blair is trying to buy it thru Barry. Looks to be all there only in a mess.


Looks pretty sad!!! Obviously been pranged twice. Would be great for someone like Blair to get it....maddie or unot? mmmm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on August 30, 2010, 10:53:43 PM
I still have some new panels for it. It should not be hard to fix. Got them incase this happened. Could be worth taking to oz. It would be quite something over there.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 30, 2010, 11:03:37 PM
Cool. Hard to get rego i oz? i imagine so given year and not rego'd in ur name, although i guess you can change that soon enough.

Got some sedici pics i will download this week.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 31, 2010, 06:57:50 AM
Great. Had a fleeting thought sf using this in an x, but as you say it dosent look bad enough to strip
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 31, 2010, 08:31:48 AM
dont strip it!!!!  :-[
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 31, 2010, 09:49:40 AM
Quote from: spooln on August 31, 2010, 06:57:50 AM
Great. Had a fleeting thought sf using this in an x, but as you say it dosent look bad enough to strip

That would be a cool project!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on August 31, 2010, 10:31:16 AM
Quote from: ritmo on August 30, 2010, 11:03:37 PM
Cool. Hard to get rego i oz? i imagine so given year and not rego'd in ur name, although i guess you can change that soon enough.

Got some sedici pics i will download this week.

It's doesn't work like that. You can only import a car you have used for 12 months or more (without living in another country at the time ownership) but as far as I understand it does not matter when. I still have registration papers stating I am the owner from 2003.

Its a long shot, the car maybe too gone but I'll have a look at least.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 02, 2010, 12:16:17 PM
Iwent to the auction today. Missed out. Someone bidding on the phone really wanted it. Unfortunately they are worth too much in parts.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on September 02, 2010, 12:23:06 PM
Quote from: Scuderia on September 02, 2010, 12:16:17 PM
Iwent to the auction today. Missed out. Someone bidding on the phone really wanted it. Unfortunately they are worth too much in parts.


What did it sell for?
Would Clive have purchased it back?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on September 02, 2010, 03:27:07 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on September 02, 2010, 12:23:06 PM
What did it sell for?
Would Clive have purchased it back?


:D  ;D  ::)  :-\  :'(

Nope
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 02, 2010, 03:46:06 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on September 02, 2010, 12:23:06 PM
What did it sell for?
Would Clive have purchased it back?


$475 + $105 buyers fee

Bidding $500 or over has a fee of $205. I didn't want to spend $705. 
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on September 02, 2010, 08:36:57 PM
It wasn't me, but... they would prob get $250 odd for the front brakes, $200 or so for the rears. I am sure we will see the bits soon :( The last UT on Trademe was the Hormann kitted one with no seats, stereo, battery and gear knob, it got $1550.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 02, 2010, 09:24:53 PM
Quote from: myte128 on September 02, 2010, 08:36:57 PM
It wasn't me, but... they would prob get $250 odd for the front brakes, $200 or so for the rears. I am sure we will see the bits soon :( The last UT on Trademe was the Hormann kitted one with no seats, stereo, battery and gear knob, it got $1550.

I didn't see that on TM. The seats were rubbish so probably an improvement.

Its easy to get your money back in parts but I'm not interested in doing that. I know a wrecked in Welly sold a mk2 gearbox for $1400. It's not surprising it sold for more than repair value. Its worth buying only for one major item.

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on September 03, 2010, 05:32:49 PM
Yeah, the dude was trying to sell it for $3500 or $4000? But it got broken into and he didn't have the money to fix it up... It sold to someone in Welly.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 03, 2010, 11:51:51 PM
Quote from: Golfboy666GTI on January 17, 2010, 11:12:33 AM
Chaps, long shot, but do any Alfa SZ's reside in NZ?


Old post, but it looks like a Alfa sz will be coming to NZ shortly if chap i know gets it from japan. Will be cool to see and drive one.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: DubMan on September 04, 2010, 01:19:22 PM
Those are some amazing pictures, i like how the guy apears from behind the building
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 08, 2010, 10:16:35 PM
http://www.rallybuzz.com/autocar-hothatch-top-ten/

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 08, 2010, 10:43:01 PM
Quote from: ritmo on September 08, 2010, 10:16:35 PM
http://www.rallybuzz.com/autocar-hothatch-top-ten/


I'm sorry I can't take that list seriously... the Strada Abarth doesn't even get a mention!  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on September 08, 2010, 10:45:30 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on September 08, 2010, 10:43:01 PM
I'm sorry I can't take that list seriously... the Strada Abarth doesn't even get a mention!  :P

I know Brett, but they aren't really that hot apparently ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on September 09, 2010, 06:50:26 AM
Quote from: ritmo on September 08, 2010, 10:16:35 PM
http://www.rallybuzz.com/autocar-hothatch-top-ten/



Thats a good list ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on September 12, 2010, 12:31:25 PM
Just replaced the Blaupunkt the tape stereo in the misses punto, which had the optional factory sub in boot for another Blaupunkt CD player.
All works fine when you switch it on without the ignition on, however, as soon as you turn the ignition on there is a really high pitched beeping from the rear speakers, turn ignition off and it remains, turn the new stereo off and there is a momentary few mor beeps then dissappears.
Thought it coud be some sort of security device for the stereo, but really have no idea.
Can anyone help ??? ??? ???


To add some more info to this it would appear to be something to do with the factory sub unit as problem dissappears when the aux plugs are removed from rear of stereo?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on September 13, 2010, 07:04:18 AM
Sounds like you need to check your earth point.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on September 13, 2010, 07:03:10 PM
Quote from: myte128 on September 13, 2010, 07:04:18 AM
Sounds like you need to check your earth point.

Which earth the stereo, the sub or the main car earths?

The thing that is confusing me is that i have replaced Blaupunkt tape for Blaupunkt CD both having identical rear plugs.
It all works fine with the Aux plug disconnected ??? ??? But thats not the point as the factory sub with the CD stereo produces some good sound.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on September 17, 2010, 08:33:19 PM
It sounds like the sub amp has a faulty earth as it is feeding back through the aux lead to find an earth.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on September 27, 2010, 10:02:01 PM
Thanks for the info will have to check that out.
Next question...

Does anyone here have access to a Fiat OBDII error code reader as the Misses car has airbag lights and engine light on.
Airbag lights came on after sollecting a massive pothole on the way south a couple of weeks back,..... possibly a doggy connection or needs a reset.
And now an the engine light is on, the had book talks about injectors but I have read it is a general engine warning light so could do with seeing if there are any codes showing up.
Tried a VW OBDII  by borrowing BB's but got nothing from it as although its OBDII it VW/Audi.
Any help or suggestions would be appreciated ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on September 29, 2010, 12:27:56 AM
I've never seen a Fiat OBD2 reader similar to the VAG ones. You may need a proper OBD2 scanner.

What year is your Punto?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on September 29, 2010, 08:39:52 AM
Quote from: Scuderia on September 29, 2010, 12:27:56 AM
I've never seen a Fiat OBD2 reader similar to the VAG ones. You may need a proper OBD2 scanner.

What year is your Punto?
2001
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on September 29, 2010, 05:31:17 PM
Quote from: SOFTLAD on September 27, 2010, 10:02:01 PM
Thanks for the info will have to check that out.
Next question...

Does anyone here have access to a Fiat OBDII error code reader as the Misses car has airbag lights and engine light on.
Airbag lights came on after sollecting a massive pothole on the way south a couple of weeks back,..... possibly a doggy connection or needs a reset.
And now an the engine light is on, the had book talks about injectors but I have read it is a general engine warning light so could do with seeing if there are any codes showing up.
Tried a VW OBDII  by borrowing BB's but got nothing from it as although its OBDII it VW/Audi.
Any help or suggestions would be appreciated ;D

Try Italian Autos or Andrew Simms...?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 06, 2010, 07:49:25 PM
does anyone have any after market alloy wheels for an uno floating about?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on October 06, 2010, 08:59:21 PM
I went for a ride around Hamptons Downs in Pete Dudson's 131 Abarth replica today... man what a cool car.  Pretty agricultural... it took some man handling around some of the tighter corners, and refinement is non-existant - it'll be a long week sitting in that thing for the whole of Targa...

...but oh that twin cam sound...  :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on October 08, 2010, 08:41:11 PM
Quote from: 124dude on October 06, 2010, 07:49:25 PM
does anyone have any after market alloy wheels for an uno floating about?
Mal will most likely have the ones off PI796 that was on Turners a few weeks back...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on October 09, 2010, 02:53:42 PM
Quote from: myte128 on October 08, 2010, 08:41:11 PM
Mal will most likely have the ones off PI796 that was on Turners a few weeks back...

those are 4x100
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on October 09, 2010, 08:28:28 PM
Ahhh, I thought so... wobble bolts?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on October 09, 2010, 09:14:56 PM
Quote from: myte128 on October 09, 2010, 08:28:28 PM
Ahhh, I thought so... wobble bolts?

indeed
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 20, 2010, 07:00:57 PM
Hello there Fiat men.
I am wanting to restart up me work on the 130, I have damn well forgotten the nice fellows tag who said they had some 2nd hand but ok shocks I could buy.
If you know him or are him can you contact me please. Thanks.
Other than that I will try to put up a pic or two when i do something. :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on October 20, 2010, 09:44:16 PM
Jem, I'd say that was probably Terry (Ritmo) or Drew (db222)

So you gonna have it ready for HD on 2 Jan?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on October 21, 2010, 04:48:13 PM
anyone else realise how much of a mission it is to change the water pump on the Coupe!
F*** me
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on October 21, 2010, 04:55:03 PM
Pretty sure its even harder on a 20v!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on October 21, 2010, 05:47:55 PM
Quote from: Coupe on October 21, 2010, 04:48:13 PM
anyone else realise how much of a mission it is to change the water pump on the Coupe!
F*** me

I think you need to turn it over on to its roof and then work from the top.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 23, 2010, 12:22:30 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvC2-KA28Oo

New family member. Enjoy
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on October 23, 2010, 12:24:12 PM
Quote from: 124dude on October 23, 2010, 12:22:30 PM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JvC2-KA28Oo

New family member. Enjoy

Nice... so the Alfa is gone?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on October 23, 2010, 12:41:47 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on October 23, 2010, 12:24:12 PM
Nice... so the Alfa is gone?

yeah alfa is gone. Gone to a friend of a guy who does targa in the alfa 33
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 23, 2010, 01:36:47 PM
Thanks it was Drew. He still about?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on October 23, 2010, 05:29:41 PM
Hi Jem. I will be home in a couple of weeks, I can sort the shocks out for you then if that suits?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 23, 2010, 09:32:27 PM
I love how I can let something like that slide for so long and then vask and its many wonderful members are just there when I need them :)
Thanks Drew, Send me a PM with the bank details and i will put the money in for you this time.
Then the travel will sort its self out ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on October 24, 2010, 05:38:01 PM
I'll wait until I can send you some pics (when I get home in two weeks), as I've got a feeling the bushes may be quite worn..
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 25, 2010, 01:23:40 PM
Thanks 2 weeks is fine.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on October 25, 2010, 03:07:41 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-ak-ash2%2Fhs461.ash2%2F73446_498897353592_785313592_6953558_2035418_n.jpg&hash=76eaaf3a4f091794b642abd1cef09c9222833e7d)

Here is one of the many I spotted during my trip... I reckon they look awesome 8) >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on October 25, 2010, 03:22:50 PM
Strange, that they look so good and the mini looks sooooooooo bad, or is it?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on October 26, 2010, 02:08:25 PM
if these were to be on sale in NZ, what price do you think they should be?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on October 26, 2010, 02:11:43 PM
Quote from: Coupe on October 26, 2010, 02:08:25 PM
if these were to be on sale in NZ, what price do you think they should be?

Under 45K?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on October 26, 2010, 02:45:33 PM
say maybe an Essesse trim car.... full spec with 17" wheels, upgraded ecu, brakes, seats etc

think they'd sell sub $40k?  >:D ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on October 26, 2010, 03:32:26 PM
Quote from: Coupe on October 26, 2010, 02:45:33 PM
say maybe an Essesse trim car.... full spec with 17" wheels, upgraded ecu, brakes, seats etc

think they'd sell sub $40k?  >:D ;)

Are they going to bring them in?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on October 26, 2010, 03:58:30 PM
we are on a mission to find what the general consensus is should they retail for approx $39,990 as an Essesse trim level
I'd love to say yes now, howvere it isnt 100%, sounds like it is about 85% though, which is a lot more than it has ever been!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 27, 2010, 09:41:25 PM
Mate has placed deposit for one in chch, delivery jan.... or so they claim. Looking forward to a drive in it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 18, 2010, 09:43:40 PM
Look Familiar?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on November 19, 2010, 01:13:18 PM
Ahhh, Tyz fly's wheels went to a good home. Looks like it is on stilts though :D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on November 19, 2010, 07:25:00 PM
Quote from: myte128 on November 19, 2010, 01:13:18 PM
Ahhh, Tyz fly's wheels went to a good home. Looks like it is on stilts though :D

yeh picked them off mal a few weeks back... yes it does need to be lowered.... -angle grinder to the rescue-
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Filx on January 03, 2011, 09:25:50 PM
Coolest Fiat I've ever seen  >:D

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPNarmSYJNs&feature=player_embedded (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPNarmSYJNs&feature=player_embedded)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on January 08, 2011, 11:41:06 PM
Does anyone in the Fiat section in Auckland have and error code reader/reset tool that I could swing by and do a quick reade and reset on the wifes 2001 fiat punto
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on January 09, 2011, 08:59:25 AM
Quote from: Coupe on October 26, 2010, 03:58:30 PM
we are on a mission to find what the general consensus is should they retail for approx $39,990 as an Essesse trim level
I'd love to say yes now, howvere it isnt 100%, sounds like it is about 85% though, which is a lot more than it has ever been!

With amount of minis sold here bringing these in would have to the no brainer of the year
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 09, 2011, 05:47:45 PM
Quote from: SOFTLAD on January 08, 2011, 11:41:06 PM
Does anyone in the Fiat section in Auckland have and error code reader/reset tool that I could swing by and do a quick reade and reset on the wifes 2001 fiat punto

Sorry mate, I don't have one or know anyone that does.... whenever I've needed it I've gone to Italian Autos
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on January 09, 2011, 06:33:59 PM
Quote from: spooln on January 09, 2011, 08:59:25 AM
With amount of minis sold here bringing these in would have to the no brainer of the year

Mind you, Minis arn't minis but BMWs and would have a bigger group of potential buyers than Fiat
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 09, 2011, 07:07:32 PM
Quote from: brian245 on January 09, 2011, 06:33:59 PM
Mind you, Minis arn't minis but BMWs and would have a bigger group of potential buyers than Fiat

I think the avg mini buyer is unaware minis are now bmws....judged on pure looks the 500 should sell more...altho watch out for the rust ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 09, 2011, 08:22:09 PM
Got the shocks off Drew and car is all in the air and suspension off.
One CV nut is seized solid and broke my 3/4 to 1/2 adapter that has undone many a tight nut :'( :'(
So pulled the whole hub and axle off and will take to my tyre shop and use a massive gun.
Fitted the new shocks with my shortened springs.
Will do the front bearings and do a full dismantle and clean up on the front calipers and sand up the discs.
Got a mate who is keen to help and his motorvation is very good as he is a good worker.

There are bit about the fiat that I like.
I will want to fit a Alfa 2.5 NA V6 with a 6 speed box soon tho ....Spinner almost had all that out of a 156 he was going to give me but it fell through unfotunately.
Loads of room up front for suce endevours.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 09, 2011, 10:58:40 PM
Good to hear you're making progress Jem

If you want more power you can get somewhere close to 200hp out of the 130TC engine.  And if you want more still, there are plenty of Fiat 2L turbo options that will be easier than an Alfa V6.  A Croma turbo transplant is probably the best option, inevitably this will add weight, but an Alfa V6 is even heavier still... it might add more power but it will also add more weight in front of the front axle line, making it even harder to get the old girl to handle....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on January 09, 2011, 11:03:41 PM
I want a 3 door Tipo with Alfa V6 in it! Even better is a Mk2 Golf with 12V VR6... oh wait 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 10, 2011, 10:48:03 AM
If I could get about 170hp instead of the 130 is supposedly has with those solex carbs then i would be more than happy.
170 in a front driver is fine for me.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 10, 2011, 11:15:25 AM
170hp can be had jem...but like any na motor its gonna cost. What does the abf have? And the problem with 170hp is the need to sort handling and diff.

My personal thoughts are it is what it is, the coolest eighties hot hatch with a pair of carbs sucking down that air. Unlike the golfs at the time not easy to swap motors into.

Rambo has the idea...although alfa v6 sounds nicer than the vr6 >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 10, 2011, 12:59:51 PM
^^^^ spot on  ;)

Jem, with respect how much driving have you done in the 130TC?  You might find that 130hp is more than enough to have fun with.  After all, the Mk1 GTI only has 110hp...

While we're on the subject, I got my Abarth out of storage last week.  I fixed a few things that I've been meaning to do for ages and got new WOF on Saturday (for the first time in 3 years).  Took it for a Sunday drive yesterday and I was reminded just what a fun car it is!  You have to be very positive (forceful even) and committed, but get it right and the rewards are immense (and the exhaust note is sensational!). 

I'm enjoying it while I can, as it will most likely be up for sale in the near future  :( :'(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 10, 2011, 05:36:38 PM
My golf has around 160hp the ABF has 150 with the suitcase. Ive lost that and they say thast 15hp right there.

Anyway I will try it as it is.
I removed all the brakes and stuff today. The lower rear shock bolt that goes through the brake hub was seized :P But I took it off further back and with heat and the air gun we got it all free.
But now I need to get quite a few bushes etc.
For the rear lower arms and also for the Anti roll bar at the front, just the D bushes.
Also need 2 new front wheel bearings :P
Nice to put it all together right tho.
Who shall i get these bushes etc off?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 10, 2011, 06:38:31 PM
As your first port of call I'd try Mal at Dino Enterprises:
http://www.fiatparts.co.nz/contact%20us.htm

Not sure about front wheel bearings, I think the front hubs were Abarth specific and parts may be NLA
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 10, 2011, 11:21:56 PM
 ???I hope i can get front bearing ???
Il ring Mal in the morning.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on January 17, 2011, 10:31:35 AM
What an abortion...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/131/auction-327537140.htm

The outside looks sort of OK...

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.trademe.co.nz%2Fphotoserver%2F65%2F144813865_full.jpg&hash=9e5cc17462e54fd85777e94432f083e1c245bc5c)

...but the interior !!!

Ricer steering wheel + gearknob, boy racer gauges, non-Fiat seats (?).

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.trademe.co.nz%2Fphotoserver%2F14%2F144817014_full.jpg&hash=9c4ba1da34223c3a316cffeb35d2a350f3a5c5d5)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 17, 2011, 11:13:38 AM
Whats the green thing on the dash?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on January 17, 2011, 11:39:46 AM
Looks like a remote control of some sort.

Or a fancy in-car deodoriser ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 17, 2011, 03:12:57 PM
Funny pic with that red and yellow sticker and then the blue wheel and then that green thing but the rest is all just dull grey/bluey.......... 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 17, 2011, 11:23:44 PM
Quote from: oily on January 17, 2011, 10:31:35 AM
What an abortion...

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/131/auction-327537140.htm

The outside looks sort of OK...

...but the interior !!!

Ricer steering wheel + gearknob, boy racer gauges, non-Fiat seats (?).


"as close to the real thing as you are going to get in new zealand".... * cue uncontrollable laughter *

I hate to be a hater but it's pretty awful... probably recoverable, though definitely not at that price and interest no doubt reflects that (though he has dropped his asking price by a whopping $501 after months of advertising!!).  The Abarth kit is either incomplete or he hasn't bothered to fit half of it - bonnet vent and the ventsin the rear guard (in front of the rear wheels) are missing.  The roof top spoiler is shown in one pic only, and even then it looks like its been taped on at some cock-eyed angle. 

Don't even get me started on the proliferation of alarm clocks attached to the dashboard, the jap import seats or that lovely steering wheel.  And... he doesn't even state whether its a runner...?!

On the basis of what's shown I'd say he'd be lucky to get 10% of his asking price.  In fact his best shot is if that green thing on the dashboard is an uncut emerald worth $14k  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 18, 2011, 12:31:25 PM
+1
Nice to leave it to somebody else to state the obvious occasionally. Good job Biggy.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on January 18, 2011, 03:43:03 PM
Agreed hes pretty much killed that car. Just think how much fun he could have had on the turps with 15k....?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Filx on January 18, 2011, 09:30:48 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fassets.speedhunters.com%2FImages%2FPaddy%2520McGrath%2F2011%2FEvents%2FJanuary%2FASI%2520Friday%2FIMG_3703.jpg&hash=6291128c62d791e140fcbbc3f99dedf4f820b93d)

Yuss!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on January 19, 2011, 09:23:48 AM
Yuss +

;D

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F09%2Fabarth_695_tributo_ferrari_00.jpg&hash=6ca6613b1f3f646060d8c2ca8b869c40e7134216)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on January 19, 2011, 09:44:04 AM
Quote from: oily on January 19, 2011, 09:23:48 AM
Yuss +

;D

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blogcdn.com%2Fwww.autoblog.com%2Fmedia%2F2009%2F09%2Fabarth_695_tributo_ferrari_00.jpg&hash=6ca6613b1f3f646060d8c2ca8b869c40e7134216)

Feb 20th it'll be in my showroom   ;)
Love that with the flag on the front!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Filx on January 19, 2011, 01:52:40 PM
^ Sweet - must diarise to come for a perv.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on January 19, 2011, 02:18:44 PM
All Fiat Drivers should make an event of it...!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on January 27, 2011, 09:24:08 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on January 09, 2011, 05:47:45 PM
Sorry mate, I don't have one or know anyone that does.... whenever I've needed it I've gone to Italian Autos
Went to Italian Autos last Saturday morning $40 and the airbag light reset after an enormous pot hole 3 months ago and sailed through its WOF on Monday

Thanks for assistance :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 29, 2011, 12:01:42 AM
Quote from: SOFTLAD on January 27, 2011, 09:24:08 PM
Went to Italian Autos last Saturday morning $40 and the airbag light reset after an enormous pot hole 3 months ago and sailed through its WOF on Monday

Thanks for assistance :)

No worries, pleased you got it sorted  :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on February 01, 2011, 11:14:45 PM
Some VW and Fiat photos... >:D

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fa2.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-ak-ash1%2Fhs789.ash1%2F167912_10150379610020527_524990526_17109382_8346009_n.jpg&hash=d360d4fad32d81ebda2d58b7d8a3f559a634f99c)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-ak-ash1%2Fhs888.ash1%2F179672_10150379610100527_524990526_17109384_6683840_n.jpg&hash=83798086405ced6a1ed8d4861b2a6235457506d7)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-ak-snc6%2Fhs076.snc6%2F168628_10150379610060527_524990526_17109383_2405981_n.jpg&hash=3e96e2e97fa7b084595ca1b4ba591c05a92f51c5)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-ak-snc6%2Fhs057.snc6%2F168734_10150379608450527_524990526_17109332_7295534_n.jpg&hash=6ddf8ff3e39bd177f2c2874bb64003a7fb06a016)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fsphotos.ak.fbcdn.net%2Fhphotos-ak-snc6%2Fhs275.snc6%2F180321_10150379608760527_524990526_17109344_8228979_n.jpg&hash=fa1d6ecb7d36d3e68a919f32b5a933364428afa0)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 02, 2011, 07:45:58 AM
I always wondered what their family garage looked like. See the spare shell for the abarth up the back ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on February 02, 2011, 08:19:39 AM
Hes a lovely guy Mike Lowe, met him on the Targa and hes a real friendly and cool guy. And hes done every single Targa. In that little Fiat.
But most of you know all that. :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on February 02, 2011, 02:35:36 PM
I'd seen photos of the Dino, but I always thought it was stored in Mike's panelbeaters workshop - not his own garage!

Great set up... and some cool toys too  8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on February 02, 2011, 03:00:18 PM
And why were you privy to that treasure trove Rambo?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on February 02, 2011, 05:12:56 PM
Quote from: spooln on February 02, 2011, 07:45:58 AM
I always wondered what their family garage looked like. See the spare shell for the abarth up the back ;)

There's another one sitting behind the red one also :D

Quote from: bigbumper on February 02, 2011, 02:35:36 PM
I'd seen photos of the Dino, but I always thought it was stored in Mike's panelbeaters workshop - not his own garage!

It's only recently made it to their workshop after many years with the panelbeater - suspension/brakes etc are almost fitted, wheels should be on soon. Then it's off for painting. Mike reckon's it'll be done in 2-3 years ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on February 02, 2011, 05:18:15 PM
Quote from: BB on February 02, 2011, 03:00:18 PM
And why were you privy to that treasure trove Rambo?

Mike's Son (Scott) is a good friend of mine, I went up last weekend for his 21st party. I've been for a ride in the 124, 308 and Quattroporte - still waiting for my turn in the rest though.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: uero-jet on February 02, 2011, 06:10:31 PM
never a dull moment in the lowe garage..... scott currently baby sitting my vr6 aswell  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on February 03, 2011, 03:12:25 PM
Cool. Whats Scott doing to 124?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on February 03, 2011, 04:15:14 PM
Quote from: ritmo on February 03, 2011, 03:12:25 PM
Cool. Whats Scott doing to 124?

It was wheel/axle bearings I believe.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 124dude on February 06, 2011, 08:07:04 PM
all done and done a return trip to welly from vegas.... yeah dino off to get brake lines atm then painting. should be painted in the next few months.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on February 07, 2011, 11:00:05 AM
Whew, almost let my rego lapse on the Fiat.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 10, 2011, 08:50:00 AM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FFeb2011front.jpg&hash=3eb42c851d22b51ebd18477b7f7605353ee7923e)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2FFeb2011rear.jpg&hash=d5da47e923fefaf751f30b4f2de83378de16b99d)

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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on February 10, 2011, 09:51:42 AM
Is it just me or can no-one else see Clive's pics?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 10, 2011, 05:16:43 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F500truck.jpg&hash=9260134eb0d909faf2c3ff1f0120fb8d41b945c8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on February 10, 2011, 05:23:13 PM
Looks nice in red.

;D

How much coin ?

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: DubMan on February 10, 2011, 05:37:46 PM
Those are a nice bunch of of little fun rockets rite there!!!  :police:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 10, 2011, 05:52:12 PM
I like the black one
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on February 10, 2011, 06:30:08 PM
White for me - awesome little cars 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 10, 2011, 07:34:18 PM
About bloody time is all I can say. There is a really nice grey and white decal option as well. He'll they all look great. When's the launch?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on February 10, 2011, 11:33:32 PM
So Abarth is now officially in NZ? or just the 500 for now?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 11, 2011, 09:33:47 AM
Abarth is not officially in NZ, we have sneaked a few in from Australia (same importers)
We can source them, service them, warranty them just the same we just arent set up as main dealers as they want a specialist area, showroom, person.

Abarth 500 Essesse can be ordered once these are all sold (which the majority are already)
We will have a white one at Concourse opn Sunday  >:D

Price: $42,990 + ORC
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 11, 2011, 11:28:44 AM
Lovely car but the price seems a bit high when compared to Polo GTI
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 11, 2011, 12:01:32 PM
 ::)
Polo GTI is how much?
This isnt the same league as Polo GTI, that isnt its aim to be a run of the mill plain jane german car  :P

Mini Cooper S is the competitor os which we're a lot cheaper
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on February 11, 2011, 12:08:09 PM
So you have registered for that new role then?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 11, 2011, 12:08:32 PM
new role? As Abarth specialist?
No, we've had these cars imported through our supplier from Aussie but not set up as Abarth dealership.
Little bit complex to explain but hey ho
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on February 11, 2011, 12:16:28 PM
Quote from: Coupe on February 11, 2011, 09:33:47 AM

Abarth 500 Essesse can be ordered once these are all sold (which the majority are already)
We will have a white one at Concourse opn Sunday  >:D

Price: $42,990 + ORC

I've seen these described on another forum as Essesse models ?

???

Yay or nay ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 11, 2011, 12:18:39 PM
Quote from: Coupe on February 11, 2011, 12:01:32 PM
::)
Polo GTI is how much?
This isnt the same league as Polo GTI, that isnt its aim to be a run of the mill plain jane german car  :P

Mini Cooper S is the competitor os which we're a lot cheaper

Don't get me wrong, I love those 500's and would have one in a flash but compare the stats with a Polo GTI and the VW is miles ahead on every count and with a price tag of $37500.
I wouldn't consider the Mini Cooper as a competitor for the 500 as the mini is going to sell to the uninitiated and BMW fans:  the Fiat to an enthusiast
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 11, 2011, 01:50:44 PM
Quote from: oily on February 11, 2011, 12:16:28 PM
I've seen these described on another forum as Essesse models ?

???

Yay or nay ?

thats correct, they are Esseesse models, but once these are gone (15 cars) then we have to specially order for people, its not a stock showroom vehicle.
Sorry didnt describe myself very well there

Brian, The polo from your terms should then me put against the Mini not the 500 correct?
run of the mill car with power to sell to anyone, not an enthusiasts car like the 500.

I'm sure once seen, driven and heard (it sounds wicked for a small capacity turbo'd engine) you'd opt for 500 instead of Polo.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 11, 2011, 03:08:08 PM
Quote from: Coupe on February 11, 2011, 01:50:44 PM
thats correct, they are Esseesse models, but once these are gone (15 cars) then we have to specially order for people, its not a stock showroom vehicle.
Sorry didnt describe myself very well there

Brian, The polo from your terms should then me put against the Mini not the 500 correct?
run of the mill car with power to sell to anyone, not an enthusiasts car like the 500.

I'm sure once seen, driven and heard (it sounds wicked for a small capacity turbo'd engine) you'd opt for 500 instead of Polo.

I probably wouldn't need much convincing, it was just the substantial price differential
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 11, 2011, 03:28:00 PM
well, first one here, first one sat in not even driven and signed up deliervy next week  >:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 11, 2011, 03:34:16 PM
Sounds like a really tough sale  :laugh:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on February 16, 2011, 11:23:50 AM
Looks like the Abarth Esseesse is now official.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/cars/news/article.cfm?c_id=142&objectid=10706215
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 17, 2011, 07:50:57 AM
Quote from: oily on February 16, 2011, 11:23:50 AM
Looks like the Abarth Esseesse is now official.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/cars/news/article.cfm?c_id=142&objectid=10706215

havent you read the thread Oily?  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on February 17, 2011, 05:19:37 PM
Is the Herald talking about your cars ?

You said Abarth is not officially in NZ, the Herald implies there is an official Abarth NZ ?

Confused !

:o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: the phantom on February 17, 2011, 05:58:33 PM
any of the resident FIATophiles know this car on the Shore, been spotted before and generally agreed that the wheels are too big

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/850/auction-353983366.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/850/auction-353983366.htm)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.trademe.co.nz%2Fphotoserver%2F34%2F121873734_full.jpg&hash=445256f6e67cb448d9d7b2783e4dabfde97dc685)

it has been on T-M for some time, there has been quite a bit done to it, maybe he'll come down from $5k
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 18, 2011, 08:22:09 AM
Quote from: oily on February 17, 2011, 05:19:37 PM
Is the Herald talking about your cars ?

You said Abarth is not officially in NZ, the Herald implies there is an official Abarth NZ ?

Confused !

:o

As far as everyone is concerned a we are selling NZ New Abarth 500's
As far as Abarthn are concerned we dont have them they are for Australia
comprende?  ???

I know confusing but yes we are Abarth dealers.....kinda
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 25, 2011, 12:28:57 PM
You never seem to see new Puntos, have they given up on these in NZ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 25, 2011, 01:19:17 PM
yup  :-X

no more in NZ due to the cost of the cars, even the UK dealers are saying that Fiat have priced themselves out of the market with the Punto Evo
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 25, 2011, 02:00:06 PM
Hmm, Probably shot themselves in the foot with the premium pricing on the 500's and then had to increase the price of the Punto accordingly to an unrealistic level.
Pity really as I always considered the GP to be one of the best looking smaller cars on the road
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on February 25, 2011, 02:10:42 PM
Fiat 500 meets its ancestor video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yb8q8m5eyXY&feature=relmfu

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on February 25, 2011, 02:14:28 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2Ffrontal.jpg&hash=2ed59ffaecc728adeec856efcd3f71360fc2eeac)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on February 25, 2011, 02:16:22 PM
Someone's been over-indulging in pizza and pasta.

;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: DubMan on March 11, 2011, 06:57:01 PM
Quote from: the phantom on February 17, 2011, 05:58:33 PM
any of the resident FIATophiles know this car on the Shore, been spotted before and generally agreed that the wheels are too big

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/850/auction-353983366.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Trade-Me-Motors/Cars/Fiat/850/auction-353983366.htm)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.trademe.co.nz%2Fphotoserver%2F34%2F121873734_full.jpg&hash=445256f6e67cb448d9d7b2783e4dabfde97dc685)

it has been on T-M for some time, there has been quite a bit done to it, maybe he'll come down from $5k

Ive seen that little thing for a while around the shore.....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 16, 2011, 06:36:53 PM
Hot, wheels and flares are nice. Genuine pinifarina hardtop would looke better IMO. Also those mirrors are a fail in that position.

http://bringatrailer.com/2011/03/15/abarth-style-vintage-racer-1972-fiat-124-spider/
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tempq18t on March 18, 2011, 10:41:29 AM
no one said Americans have taste but it is a good effort overall
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: the phantom on March 18, 2011, 11:22:43 AM
Quote from: Evil Grale on March 18, 2011, 10:41:29 AM
no one said Americans have taste but it is a good effort overall

it's a big place, with a lot of people, some of those do have good taste and there is a history of good design there, not a strong one and not current, but it's there

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on March 21, 2011, 02:38:17 PM
Will any of these make it across the Tasman ?

http://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/motoring/4773466/100-000-Ferrari-races-in

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fstatic2.stuff.co.nz%2F1300224567%2F512%2F4773512.jpg&hash=7592ee71e24bdf55ce30f37528532b09c85c10fd)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 21, 2011, 02:42:13 PM
Havent I already stated we have 2 coming?
One sold, one for sale

only a mere $82,990 (projected price)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 24, 2011, 05:27:38 AM
Really..,wow. Just because its a special sub model or are they all that sort of cash?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 24, 2011, 08:03:03 AM
The Abarth Essesse is 160bhp & $42,990 +ORC
The 695 Spirito De Ferrari (as you pictured) is $82,990 as a special model, was meant to be a Ferrari delaer only edition for a loan car for clients, however a few have been sourced and sold privately (dealers)

From what i've found out differences are: Carbon rer valance, carbon fron undertray, carbon mirrors, carbon back Sabelt seats, sabelt seatbelts, F1 Shift gearbox, 180bhp, premium stereo system, different turbo, ECU, suspension, wheels & exhaust. I'm sure there is more, and once it is here and i've had a go i'll update :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on March 24, 2011, 11:49:51 AM
Don't recall seeing you mention this before...

:-\

Ferrari name/badges/red paint, that's $40k worth

;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 24, 2011, 11:56:50 AM
Quote from: oily on March 24, 2011, 11:49:51 AM
Don't recall seeing you mention this before...

:-\

Ferrari name/badges/red paint, that's $40k worth

;D

I thought that Ferrari had to make these. Something to do with lowering the companies car emissions? Like how Aston are likey to do the Cygnet (Toyota Toyota iQ with an Aston grill).
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on March 24, 2011, 12:14:10 PM
According to the mags this is a public consumption version of the Ferrari 500 that was built as a Ferari dealer courtesy car.

No mention of emissions.
Ferrari has enough cash to pay for any pesky fines.

A better bet than an $80k real Ferrari ?

???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 29, 2011, 08:17:09 AM
just a little write up i found while flicking through Stuff.co.nz

http://www.stuff.co.nz/waikato-times/sport/motoring/4773466/100-000-Ferrari-races-in/
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on April 02, 2011, 11:50:50 AM
CAR magazine test

http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/Drives/Search-Results/First-drives/Abarth-695-Tributo-Ferrari-2011-CAR-review/
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on April 02, 2011, 12:37:59 PM
Automated manuals ...................What's wrong with a gear lever?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on August 18, 2011, 04:33:21 PM
Its been a while since we heard from the fiat boys, so how is it all going? rust still flaking away? ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 18, 2011, 05:13:18 PM
Fiat Nationals in Taupo on the weekend of 19/20 Nov!
It'll be the first nationals the Fiat Clubs have had this century  ;D

Spooln - there's a blue 130TC for sale on the fiat forum, I'm pretty sure it's your old one (it used to have leather Recaros)
http://www.fiatcarclub.co.nz/forum/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=501
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 18, 2011, 06:51:29 PM
Yes my old car. Kinda sad to see her like this. Hope someone buys her whole as it's stil to nice to strip.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 18, 2011, 06:55:16 PM
Btw took the spider for the twilight road trip and big smiles all around. Zoom, pop pop crackle wharrrrrrrpppppppp! Straight through exhausts are the best.0
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 18, 2011, 09:29:15 PM
What fiat or lancia do i take to Nationals? You taking 130tc Brutus?

Gotta love the twincam dont you Neil.

Pick up coupe tomorrow ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 18, 2011, 11:34:05 PM
Yep sure am Terry.  Coming back the weekend before to see the family and get the old girl ready for the Nats.  Might even roll those rear wheelarches and get those B&H wheels on there!

What are you gonna take?  Can you take a Lancia to the Fiat Club nats??  Tipo will be ready?  Or Coupe instead?  Too many choices!  Haha

Neil - I kinda thought the same about your old car, its got some good gear on it too.  Did it have the race cams when you had it?

Twilight Rd in a Spider.... now thats a nice thought 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 18, 2011, 11:38:48 PM
Here's a photo I found recently, my wheels with their previous owner  ;D

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg543.imageshack.us%2Fimg543%2F9607%2Fbhstrada.jpg&hash=0ab453d129a7df2694baaf517e28ab206bbec376) (http://img543.imageshack.us/i/bhstrada.jpg/)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 19, 2011, 07:32:44 AM
No she was bog standard. Way to clean to do what's been done to her. Sad.

Terry bring the Evo!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 19, 2011, 08:40:05 AM
+1 on Evo

I shall be bringing probably 30 Fiat 500's  :P
(oh and a Coupe)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 19, 2011, 10:03:01 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on August 18, 2011, 11:38:48 PM
Here's a photo I found recently, my wheels with their previous owner  ;D

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg543.imageshack.us%2Fimg543%2F9607%2Fbhstrada.jpg&hash=0ab453d129a7df2694baaf517e28ab206bbec376) (http://img543.imageshack.us/i/bhstrada.jpg/)

Where did you find that pic Brett? Im always keen on finding old B&H racing pics.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: slowburn on August 19, 2011, 11:06:46 AM
hey guys,I have a bit of a left field question,I am trying to find a certain 124 that was my girlfriends dads car and she wants to find it again and try to buy it... its on hold somewhere as that is all i can get out of car jam,i was hoping one of you Fiat guys might be able to ask around in your circles? I have the reg number if that's a help?

its a 1972 cv16 coupe sport{don't know what that means} is a '72 though

rego is gu1262

it used to be green and now is blue....

any help would be greatly appreciated....

cheers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: wilco on August 19, 2011, 03:14:16 PM
I think you can still buy the current registered owner info through the Post Office or even Carjam.  It used to be only $2.25 or something.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: slowburn on August 19, 2011, 04:19:27 PM
hey Steve,nah,they changed the law,you have to apply to the LTSA and ask for it,im in that process now,but thought I'd try for a two front attack....
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 21, 2011, 12:16:56 AM
Quote from: RS ZWEI on August 19, 2011, 10:03:01 AM
Where did you find that pic Brett? Im always keen on finding old B&H racing pics.

Nik there's a great website called theroaringseason.com, its an absolute goldmine of history and photos of NZ motorsport history.  In fact it's too good to hide from those that don't frequent this thread, so I will start another about it

Can't remember which thread the Abarth pic came from but there's a few dedicated to GpA races in NZ


Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 21, 2011, 12:58:08 AM
Quote from: slowburn on August 19, 2011, 11:06:46 AM
hey guys,I have a bit of a left field question,I am trying to find a certain 124 that was my girlfriends dads car and she wants to find it again and try to buy it... its on hold somewhere as that is all i can get out of car jam,i was hoping one of you Fiat guys might be able to ask around in your circles? I have the reg number if that's a help?

its a 1972 cv16 coupe sport{don't know what that means} is a '72 though

rego is gu1262

it used to be green and now is blue....

any help would be greatly appreciated....

cheers

Slowburn, it could be a needle in a haystack exercise, but you could try posting on the local fiat forums and/or contacting the Fiat clubs in Waikato, Wgtn and Chch. 

Perhaps a "wanted" ad on TM, and in NZ Classic Car and Classic Driver mags?

PS. I've never heard of a 124 "cv16" but being a '72 I'd say it'll be a "BC" with a 1608 - arguably the best looking model and most desirable spec
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 21, 2011, 01:01:30 AM
PPS. checking carjam shows it was last WOF'd 3 years ago... is there any way of finding out where the last WOF was issued?  Perhaps someone with access to Motocheck?  That would (probably) narrow done its location and possibly give you something to work from...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 21, 2011, 10:04:20 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on August 21, 2011, 01:01:30 AM
PPS. checking carjam shows it was last WOF'd 3 years ago... is there any way of finding out where the last WOF was issued?  Perhaps someone with access to Motocheck?  That would (probably) narrow done its location and possibly give you something to work from...

:angel:  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on August 21, 2011, 01:27:41 PM
I'll be coming to the Fiat nationals, the 130tc will be up and running any day now  :) Just need to become a member of Fiat club Waikato. Should be a good weekend.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 22, 2011, 07:21:49 PM
As much as discussing fiat nationals on a vw forum seems odd........

Evo is hot!!!!! Tipo will be going though. Been 15 yrs in the build so should take it.

Have had coupe for the wkd.....super quick...... :police: :-\
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 22, 2011, 09:31:55 PM
Do you have to be a member to go, and is Taupo confirmed?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 23, 2011, 07:34:50 AM
Taupo is confirmed Neil. Not sure if you have to be a member. My thinking is no..... otherwise it is hardly nationals. Spider coming?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 23, 2011, 11:53:33 AM
Keen. Normally deer shooting that weekend for Xmas but that can be moved. Got a few little bits to sort before coming though but could stay with my Uncle.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 23, 2011, 02:13:32 PM
ive put this on other forums but couldnt be bothered finding the Fiat thread on VASK, however know its around I thought I would put up about the Zambesi 500 in aid of Breast Cancer Research.
This is a car being designed and put together by Zambesi and will be auctioned off at the end of November after doing a Fiat 500 run through the country with fellow 500 owners.

So far this is what we have:
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2Fecd8b3c1.jpg&hash=1d247ec1e152864893dfda37e2793a5c11128bd4)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F7032ae4f.jpg&hash=7f477cdb3a46ccc76db62120e40e74490ceec737)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F853eae6d.jpg&hash=2612d4eb3a11c7fe50241897cf0f97104e123f89)


(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F810f3dad.jpg&hash=332378fd8119bc3d5298f523c969eb4c41b6e83f)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F7a4e366c.jpg&hash=51787e69ecde76ff342b21b7864eb2e5c4c7dfd7)

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 23, 2011, 03:49:43 PM
Quote from: spooln on August 22, 2011, 09:31:55 PM
Do you have to be a member to go, and is Taupo confirmed?

Come, bring the Spider! 

You won't need to be a member to attend but I suspect you will be to enter the events (show & shine, trial, motorkhana).  But half year FCW membership fee is only $20, and I'm guessing you could join on the day
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on August 23, 2011, 04:23:10 PM
Quote from: Coupe on August 23, 2011, 02:13:32 PM
ive put this on other forums but couldnt be bothered finding the Fiat thread on VASK, however know its around I thought I would put up about the Zambesi 500 in aid of Breast Cancer Research.
This is a car being designed and put together by Zambesi and will be auctioned off at the end of November after doing a Fiat 500 run through the country with fellow 500 owners.

So far this is what we have:
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2Fecd8b3c1.jpg&hash=1d247ec1e152864893dfda37e2793a5c11128bd4)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F7032ae4f.jpg&hash=7f477cdb3a46ccc76db62120e40e74490ceec737)

Hmmm. one spoilt 500
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F853eae6d.jpg&hash=2612d4eb3a11c7fe50241897cf0f97104e123f89)


(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F810f3dad.jpg&hash=332378fd8119bc3d5298f523c969eb4c41b6e83f)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F7a4e366c.jpg&hash=51787e69ecde76ff342b21b7864eb2e5c4c7dfd7)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 23, 2011, 04:24:57 PM
thanks for your input Brian, may i suggest you learn how to speak up when you quote, took me a little while to actually see what you wrote  :o
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 23, 2011, 05:48:36 PM
Needs big wheels to pull that kit off. Once you have done kit, wheels, engine mods probably cheaper to get an esse esse?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on August 23, 2011, 06:53:26 PM
Quote from: Coupe on August 23, 2011, 04:24:57 PM
thanks for your input Brian, may i suggest you learn how to speak up when you quote, took me a little while to actually see what you wrote  :o

That's OK, I just thought a teen age boy racer had been at it
Also, I do not know why my comment appeared amidst the pics as I did the normal 'quote' and then posted  ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: oily on August 24, 2011, 12:59:34 PM
CAR CRIME !

This is Zambesi the fashion outfit ?

Crime there too.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: choppy16v on August 24, 2011, 09:19:25 PM
what do zambesi know about ground effects? ???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on August 25, 2011, 06:50:59 PM
Sorry that body kit is hideous. :P

Put something soft and wobbly on it with a nipple at the top and now your talking ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on August 25, 2011, 11:16:35 PM
Hey Jem, how is your 130tc going? Can we see some pics please?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on August 26, 2011, 08:00:41 AM
You want to buy it?
Its just sitting there waiting to be put to some use :-\
Why did I buy it when I had a golf already I don't know.......
I have made it better, just needs a finish up and I will be doing it soon as the weather is getting better.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on August 26, 2011, 03:34:17 PM
Jem
You know I want it ;D but you also no I'm tighter than a Scotts man ::)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on August 26, 2011, 04:10:11 PM
Thats pretty damn tight.
Is it tighter than a Dutchman?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 26, 2011, 05:39:22 PM
Countdown to 100 pages of fiat goodness - go go post post!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on August 26, 2011, 06:33:56 PM
Not fiat but close enough, Ill be going all the way to kerikeri to pick up an Alfa 75 body shell, not even a roller. What is it with these things, bought one, had some fun in it and now I have 3 :angel:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on August 26, 2011, 06:40:35 PM
Are you bummed out you put it up on Vask now Coupe?

Sorry we all slated it. At least you know you get honesty round here :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 26, 2011, 07:09:38 PM
100 pages!!!!! time  for new car pics
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 27, 2011, 12:10:19 PM
Terry, I see your old 130 sold for a shade over $2k
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on August 27, 2011, 03:32:12 PM
I drove that 130 about 10 years ago when it belonged to my bud Matt Porritt. Certainly a lot of history with those barties now.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 27, 2011, 06:54:33 PM
yeah you will know it well Salty!

Saw that brutus, just over 2k probably fair value for unregod and no wof Abarth?

Certainly at that stage in its life when it will need welding. Nothing major but still a hassle.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on August 27, 2011, 07:36:43 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 27, 2011, 06:54:33 PM
yeah you will know it well Salty!

Saw that brutus, just over 2k probably fair value for unregod and no wof Abarth?

Certainly at that stage in its life when it will need welding. Nothing major but still a hassle.

"Welding" is this a common thing with old Fiats? ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on August 27, 2011, 07:41:47 PM
And Mk1 golfs Nik ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 27, 2011, 07:27:23 PM
As opposed to modern VWs?

http://www.vask.org.nz/index.php/topic,25540.0.html

;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on August 27, 2011, 08:01:23 PM
Or anything made in the karmen factory, type 34, beetle convertables, scirocco etc
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 28, 2011, 03:34:33 PM
Quote from: ritmo on August 27, 2011, 06:54:33 PM
Saw that brutus, just over 2k probably fair value for unregod and no wof Abarth?

Certainly at that stage in its life when it will need welding. Nothing major but still a hassle.

Yep you're right, fair value.  Hopefully the new owner brings a burst of enthusiasm and keeps another one on the road
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on August 31, 2011, 10:22:29 AM
look what we've just got:

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2Fa5d29c24.jpg&hash=c97b2cc47f79abc3bba8dc7f9f43b14d76cada20)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi84.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk36%2Fclivesellers%2F2a05fe4c.jpg&hash=c08b0d5320efb6489c8151463160073205792e43)

crappy phone pics for now but better will follow once in the showroom
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on August 31, 2011, 03:09:39 PM
Giallo bambino!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on October 23, 2011, 05:07:35 PM
Help guys
Just done a service on the wifes 2001 1.2 8v punto elx.
Never had a problem with it but though I should service it.
Did the oil and filter, also coolant and since the temp is spiking up to 3/4 gauge and the coolant fan kicks in. think its only happened on the hottest of days a couple of times before.
Need to fix as this is the misses daily and she be using it on Tue.
Ant suggestions whats causing and why it should happen now when its been serviced
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 24, 2011, 09:54:48 AM
Hey softlad.....

Fan comes on around 90degress on them, which soon as your moving the airflow will mean you should be below this.
So quite often when sitting the fan will switch on...... but only to drop temp.
When you did coolant did you bleed the system? Not sure punto set up but either nipple on rad or one of the hoses into rad.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on October 24, 2011, 11:06:54 AM
Bled the coolant system appears all good.
Thanks for the responce :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 24, 2011, 11:47:24 AM
Nice. Happy to help.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 31, 2011, 08:33:27 AM
All rad fan temp switches go bad with age and get slower and slower to start.
I fit a new one to most of the VWs that go through me and the difference is huge.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 31, 2011, 09:47:36 PM
I am going to sell my ABF golf and get the fiat going and use that a bit. Its caged.

I sound like some sort of old dreamer don't I as the years have trickled by :-[ But its still there and I will get it running and I even have some delorto carbs. Are they better than the solex ones?

The golf is $2500. Its pretty fast. Handles good.
Whos going to post a pic of there 130 to inspire me?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on October 31, 2011, 10:37:21 PM
Depends on what sort of condition your Solexes are in Jem.  Most are pretty tired by now, and getting replacement parts is the issue

As for some motivation, not mine but here's another local race 130tc...

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg266.imageshack.us%2Fimg266%2F629%2Fp1010007tc.jpg&hash=830d40fd834c0e41a95275df98b638219b73f982) (http://img266.imageshack.us/i/p1010007tc.jpg/)
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg7.imageshack.us%2Fimg7%2F9001%2Fp1010008de.jpg&hash=888a8b4d27e99ff52a70b4617448503860bdc6ad) (http://img7.imageshack.us/i/p1010008de.jpg/)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 31, 2011, 10:39:52 PM
my old silver one jem

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi16.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb11%2Fth130%2FNZ%2520130tc%2520Members%2FDSC00019silver130simmons2.jpg&hash=cde6bdddbd977fa7a1eb6ab68e8f85d98264e1c3)

and my new evo and coupe for good measure

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi16.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb11%2Fth130%2FNero%2520evo%2Fnerorear011.jpg&hash=c59f434184a2c1d7e8de35f74750b872d56df913)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi16.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb11%2Fth130%2FNero%2520evo%2Fnerorear015.jpg&hash=9a1913b2d13a16cfc8977602a167c6eaa996a24c)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 31, 2011, 10:42:49 PM
Solexs are fine Jem if you don't want to rejet them as brett is right pretty hard to get bigger jets and the like.

Rebuild kits easy enough though. dellortos are good carb.... some say better than weber. Personally think they are all much of a muchness.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on October 31, 2011, 10:51:36 PM
Any excuse to show off your Evo eh Terry?  ;) 
Not that I'm complaining, every time I see it renews my jealousy :-[

If you want motivation Jem you should come down to Taupo on Nov 19-20... Fiat Club Nationals, there'll be at least 2-3 130TCs there
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 31, 2011, 10:56:17 PM
My one dosent really even need that much its just doing anything.
But Im hard selling the VWs and Audis and keeping BMWs and Fiats.
I like VWs but some of the stuff on them just craps me.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 31, 2011, 10:57:54 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on October 31, 2011, 10:51:36 PM
Any excuse to show off your Evo eh Terry?  ;) 
Not that I'm complaining, every time I see it renews my jealousy :-[

If you want motivation Jem you should come down to Taupo on Nov 19-20... Fiat Club Nationals, there'll be at least 2-3 130TCs there

Pretty much mate :P Funnily enough the coupe is quicker ;)

Whos taking the 130tcs down? You, Chris and????? drew? Stace? I pick up a 130tc in a week or so. Good solid one i will tidy and flick.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on October 31, 2011, 10:59:19 PM
Quote from: BB on October 31, 2011, 10:56:17 PM
My one dosent really even need that much its just doing anything.
But Im hard selling the VWs and Audis and keeping BMWs and Fiats.
I like VWs but some of the stuff on them just s**ts me.

Don't worry Bmws and fiats will give you the craps also Jem. Give me a car that doesn't.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Poonmobile on October 31, 2011, 11:02:19 PM
More pics of the evo please!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 31, 2011, 11:06:25 PM
Well I like that the fiat has carbs and not k-jet even tho my golf has efi it still has that over pressured pump.
And I like the look of them a lot.
They are low and I quite like the rear leaf spring.
The BMW has a few things but really they are a simple enough car and you can still get all the bits unlike VAG who stop making everything.
And I think I like rear drive.
I think the BMW will look good on the wheels i have.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on October 31, 2011, 11:07:29 PM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/auction-416308140.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on October 31, 2011, 11:08:46 PM
Quote from: BB on October 31, 2011, 11:06:25 PM
Well I like that the fiat has carbs and not k-jet even tho my golf has efi it still has that over pressured pump.
And I like the look of them a lot.
They are low and I quite like the rear leaf spring.
The BMW has a few things but really they are a simple enough car and you can still get all the bits unlike VAG who stop making everything.
And I think I like rear drive.
I think the BMW will look good on the wheels i have.

If you like Italian and rwd I have the perfect car for you, Alfa 75 twin spark 8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on October 31, 2011, 11:11:51 PM
I like those bambinas. Reminds you of simpler better times really.

And sell your twin spark too alfashark.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on October 31, 2011, 11:25:19 PM
Quote from: ritmo on October 31, 2011, 10:57:54 PM
Whos taking the 130tcs down? You, Chris and????? drew? Stace? I pick up a 130tc in a week or so. Good solid one i will tidy and flick.

Yep; me, Chris and I'm guessing Drew will be there with his too(?).  I don't think Stacey will have his running, plus he'll have the 131R there anyway.  I'm kind of hoping there will also be at least one surprise 130TC that I don't know about

Quote from: ritmo on October 31, 2011, 10:59:19 PM
Don't worry Bmws and fiats will give you the s**ts also Jem. Give me a car that doesn't.

Amen to that!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 01, 2011, 03:04:29 PM
Quote from: ritmo on October 31, 2011, 10:57:54 PM
Pretty much mate :P Funnily enough the coupe is quicker ;)

Whos taking the 130tcs down? You, Chris and????? drew? Stace? I pick up a 130tc in a week or so. Good solid one i will tidy and flick.

Mine won't quite be ready by then unfortunately. What 130tc is that Terry? Is that Logans one?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 01, 2011, 10:01:34 PM
Quote from: Poonmobile on October 31, 2011, 11:02:19 PM
More pics of the evo please!!

haven't got it yet so pictures are just a couple i have been sent......

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi16.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb11%2Fth130%2Fnerowithmini.jpg&hash=fd9528ba652532ee9f8b0f60e73a484264e85f54)

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi16.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fb11%2Fth130%2Fnerowith20vcoupes.jpg&hash=e31d73cfa4c23c3a5f9c8073564ab24a8460b755)

Will download a few more on to photobucket and post.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 01, 2011, 10:03:02 PM
Quote from: db_222 on November 01, 2011, 03:04:29 PM
Mine won't quite be ready by then unfortunately. What 130tc is that Terry? Is that Logans one?

Yeah mate. Got it for a steal so will tidy it...perhaps enjoy for summer and sell next year.

Any pics of your progress?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 01, 2011, 11:38:52 PM
Cool, doesn't look like it'll take too much to tidy up. Heres a video that chris sent me of Chris and Stacey starting it for the first time with the new engine. I dont have any current pics sorry.

http://tinypic.com/r/2133uar/5
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 01, 2011, 11:58:17 PM
I managed to find a recent one. Not the best quality pic, but you get the idea..

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg26.imageshack.us%2Fimg26%2F839%2Fimagejpeg2d.jpg&hash=9ae6f6293d60ddc943128ed3c23059aaec98c142) (http://imageshack.us/photo/my-images/26/imagejpeg2d.jpg/)

Uploaded with ImageShack.us (http://imageshack.us)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 02, 2011, 07:30:17 AM
What needs to be done to finish it Drew?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 02, 2011, 09:53:44 AM
Just a few little bits and pieces under the bonnet. It shouldn't take long, but with me still being down in wellington I dont have access to it. Will aim to get it going early this summer though
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 02, 2011, 02:58:47 PM
Quote from: db_222 on November 01, 2011, 11:38:52 PM
http://tinypic.com/r/2133uar/5

I recognise that grey car in the background!  :D

Looking good Drew.  Even though you won't have your 130TC, are you coming to Taupo for a look anyway?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 02, 2011, 08:22:45 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on November 02, 2011, 02:58:47 PM
I recognise that grey car in the background!  :D

Looking good Drew.  Even though you won't have your 130TC, are you coming to Taupo for a look anyway?
haha same here. I will plan to pick up on the 10th, but I'm going away between then and the nationals, but I will try and get there with the 130tc, for the sunday anyway. If not I'll take mums stilo abarth. I've always wanted to take that around the track. I'll tell her I'm going on a sunday drive haha
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 02, 2011, 08:25:32 PM
That red is awesome Drew. Go the stilo!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 02, 2011, 08:30:24 PM
Cheers Terry. Are you around next wednesday? I'll grab those wheels off you if it suits. Will you have the new 130tc by then?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 02, 2011, 08:41:08 PM
yip will be. sounds good to me.... what colour do you want strutbrace? will do that and have for you also.

Nah 130tc at logans still
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 02, 2011, 11:13:15 PM
sweet, black would be great thanks.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 04, 2011, 08:17:10 AM
Spotted a 130TC on One news last night in this clip (1.08):

http://tvnz.co.nz/national-news/video-practice-run-red-zone-tours-4502102
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 04, 2011, 11:34:11 AM
Good spotting Nik.  It may be the one thats on TM at the moment
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 04, 2011, 05:27:12 PM
spotted a pic of a 130tc at a track day in G Force magazine. Was red with a cage and no signwriting. Reg xu4371. Does anyone know the car? Was on p103.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 04, 2011, 05:58:08 PM
Quote from: db_222 on November 04, 2011, 05:27:12 PM
spotted a pic of a 130tc at a track day in G Force magazine. Was red with a cage and no signwriting. Reg xu4371. Does anyone know the car? Was on p103.

I saw that, they were calling it a 105 . . .
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on November 04, 2011, 06:07:10 PM
haha yeah they called it an "105tc abarth"
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: moochier on November 13, 2011, 09:32:14 PM
Hey guys, I think it's about time I scratched this Italian itch! I've always wanted a 130 abarth or integrale. If its going to be an integrale then I'd prefer it to be an evo model and I can't see that happening any time soon so... How do I go about getting a 130? What about the black one on TM at present? What should I be looking for to make sure it's a good one? Is there any 'buyers guides' around, or could you guys point me in the right direction? Cheers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 13, 2011, 09:35:56 PM
Quote from: moochier on November 13, 2011, 09:32:14 PM
Hey guys, I think it's about time I scratched this Italian itch! I've always wanted a 130 abarth or integrale. If its going to be an integrale then I'd prefer it to be an evo model and I can't see that happening any time soon so... How do I go about getting a 130? What about the black one on TM at present? What should I be looking for to make sure it's a good one? Is there any 'buyers guides' around, or could you guys point me in the right direction? Cheers

Terry (Ritmo) is the man to talk to. Also Brett (big bumper)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 13, 2011, 11:09:35 PM
moochier...good to see you have great taste ;D

where abouts are you? have owned a few now and picked up another yesterday in matter of fact. Know pretty everything about them (130tc) and learning quickly about integrales it  seems.

A few issues with them but easily sorted. Rust can be a problem ( but basically if still around normally pretty decent cond) but again just  a few areas which can easily checked.

Engine bulletproof, more so than integrale 16v engine.  Simple mechanics...... not sure what else to say....ask away.
Sploon also a former 130tc owner and Bigbumper another current owner.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 18, 2011, 05:48:28 PM
The most fun for the money from that period..... Until the Rocco is finished of course.

Spider with new Wof today but can't make the nationals and to much stuff booked. :'(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 18, 2011, 09:28:39 PM
Ive got a caged 130.
Wanna buy that?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 21, 2011, 02:38:59 PM
Where's the fiat nationals pics ........ Come on those that attended, help a fiat fan out!!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: moochier on November 21, 2011, 05:04:10 PM
Quote from: BB on November 18, 2011, 09:28:39 PM
Ive got a caged 130.
Wanna buy that?
Thanks but i wasnt really wanting one as a race car, more of a collectors car... i'm thinking that my race/targa car will be a BMW E36.

Cheers anyway.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 21, 2011, 06:11:38 PM
There would be only a handful left in collector condition. Most are rotted/wrecked, or being raced.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 22, 2011, 04:27:54 PM
Quote from: spooln on November 21, 2011, 02:38:59 PM
Where's the fiat nationals pics ........ Come on those that attended, help a fiat fan out!!!

I have some.... will put them up in the next day or two

You missed a great event by the way!!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: moochier on November 22, 2011, 04:42:54 PM
Quote from: spooln on November 21, 2011, 06:11:38 PM
There would be only a handful left in collector condition. Most are rotted/wrecked, or being raced.
I wasn't really meaning "collector condition" but more 'original and improved' rather than race prepped. Although I'm sure they would be fun on the track and targa etc...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 22, 2011, 04:49:32 PM
Quote from: moochier on November 22, 2011, 04:42:54 PM
I wasn't really meaning "collector condition" but more 'original and improved' rather than race prepped. Although I'm sure they would be fun on the track and targa etc...

Yep, they sure are fun!  Very few left in original spec these days, some parts are also getting difficult to source

Have you had a look at the black one in Chch?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: moochier on November 22, 2011, 10:09:59 PM
Yeah, I'm looking at that one, but my concern is that it's only done 2000km in the last 8 years... So pretty much been in storage. I can see the issues being firstly the cost of the recommisioning service of all fluids, filters, cam belt and tensioner, maybe waterpump, brakes check etc... Then when it starts being used again regularly that all sorts of things start going wrong... And at $6k it's already on the upper end.

Let alone a couple of rust spots that need attention before they get worse, there's 2 panels worth of repainting just there!

What are your thoughts about this 'recommisioning' and what would need doing before driving it back up to Auckland? Or am I just being paranoid?

Cheers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 23, 2011, 06:40:34 AM
Seems normal for italian car ownership. The pay off is everytime you drive it though.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on November 23, 2011, 10:50:48 AM
When you say $6k is the upper end, do you mean of your budget or what you think the car is worth?

If you're doing the work yourself it won't be too expensive to sort that stuff out, even if it does need all of it doing.  My Abarth had done 2000km over the last 4 years... I just did >500kms in it last weekend, it didn't need anything more than a new cambelt and fresh petrol
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on January 05, 2012, 11:19:23 PM
Christchurch has been breading black 130 Arbarth's 8) 2 nice cars
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/fiatarbath/auction-436597945.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/fiatarbath/auction-436597945.htm)
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/abarth/auction-437473220.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/abarth/auction-437473220.htm)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: choppy16v on January 06, 2012, 10:28:20 AM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=437652907
i used to have a twin cam 125 this looks tastefully done.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on January 09, 2012, 07:10:19 PM
Does anyone know history or have any knowledge about the 2 black Barties for sale above.. have a interested potential buyer
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on January 09, 2012, 10:14:14 PM
No, sorry Salty.  If anyone does, Ritmo will
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on January 09, 2012, 11:47:50 PM
i hear my name?
Was hoping to see the first black one but missed a chance to view....the other one on the other hand.... know it well. Very nice example and very fussy owner. Was resprayed 6 or so years ago in a stilo black colour. Pm me stafford if you like i have the owners details and you could deal with directly.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on January 10, 2012, 12:17:24 AM
Cheers Ritmo - Might do that.. just getting a vibe off my dad - he seems pretty keen.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on February 29, 2012, 04:07:41 PM
Looks like Peter Hannaford has restored his 130TC back to it's original B&H500 livery... looks good

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 09, 2012, 09:29:15 AM
That demister on thee front screen would drive me nuts I think.
I'm getting some do my fiat up feelings stirring.... But that doesn't necessarily mean that much.
I have finished some other jobs tho so it must be getting close.
May sell the GTI this weekend so will be keen then.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 09, 2012, 03:44:13 PM
Get stuck in Jem!

I don't know whether you'd even notice that demister that much when you're racing?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 09, 2012, 07:31:04 PM
I would keep thinking id spun! :laugh:
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 10, 2012, 01:57:13 AM
Quote from: BB on March 09, 2012, 07:31:04 PM
I would keep thinking id spun! :laugh:

;D ;D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on March 28, 2012, 07:41:20 PM
You don't see one of these every day, very cool little car
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/128/auction-460369913.htm (http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/128/auction-460369913.htm)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 17, 2012, 10:24:25 AM
Just putting it out there.

Does anyone want any Fiat Stilo Abarth 17" blades?
used condition.
were bought for a project and in the end never worked out so just looking to recoup the money that was paid for them
finished in the grey not the silver but will need reco so could be any colour you want

PM me if interested
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on May 18, 2012, 10:44:24 AM
Hehe, nice one Fiat!
http://now.msn.com/now/0515-fiat-photo-bombs-volkswagen.aspx
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 18, 2012, 11:32:01 AM
wow just try to open this on my work computer and it denies me saying "offensive material"
Is this VASK blocking me or work?!  :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on May 18, 2012, 11:41:35 AM
It's very offensive! ;D

VW Group Sweden HQ on Google Earth:

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fblu.stb.s-msn.com%2Fi%2F68%2F63B8B43E1BFBFEE6E26941D249825D.jpg&hash=3e3066aeafc8cb43662a455aae017adaef07804e)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on May 25, 2012, 11:15:54 AM
not sure who is interested, I'm sure Brian245 will have something to comment on though  ::)

The Breast Cancer Research Trust Fiat 500 has been completed and now on Trademe

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/auction-478512557.htm
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimages.trademe.co.nz%2Fphotoserver%2F21%2F218008621_full.jpg&hash=e4f243483fdde839ad4df25822142dd7c5395fe5)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Alfashark on May 25, 2012, 12:25:50 PM
A quick question for the Fiat/Lancia/Alfa owners here... Are the front seat base mountings the same across the board for vehicles of the same era?

For instance, Delta HF/Alfa 33/75?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 25, 2012, 07:45:39 PM
When the 33 was released, Alfa wasn't even part of the Fiat Group, so its pretty unlikely it would share seat mountings with the Delta

It might be a different story with some of the more recent models, that share the same (Tipo) platform
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Alfashark on May 25, 2012, 08:23:09 PM
Ahh, cheers  :) Plan B then...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 04, 2012, 12:50:28 PM
Strada Abarth fans may want to check out the April 2012 issue of Retro Cars... it has a good feature on one of the last 130TCs left on the road in England

Edit: this one... http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/3772554.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Trofeo on June 05, 2012, 10:19:37 AM
Anyone know of the silver 130tc on trademe? Seems relatively tidy. Might go and check it out.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on June 05, 2012, 10:45:59 AM
no idea buti do like the side on photo under the Club Italia door sign!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 05, 2012, 12:48:19 PM
Quote from: Trofeo on June 05, 2012, 10:19:37 AM
Anyone know of the silver 130tc on trademe? Seems relatively tidy. Might go and check it out.

Throw Ritmo a PM, he used to own this car and also knew the previous owner
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on June 13, 2012, 06:40:27 PM
Lancia 037 rep  8)

http://web.mydns.net.nz/carteroni.co.nz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=8&Itemid=15
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on June 13, 2012, 07:11:02 PM
I hope they get an export market going like the jaguar place, and get casting their own supercharger at the 037 size as it's a lot bigger than the vx one.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on June 14, 2012, 08:02:55 AM
Quote from: 00quattro00 on June 13, 2012, 06:40:27 PM
Lancia 037 rep  8)

http://web.mydns.net.nz/carteroni.co.nz/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=8&Itemid=15

That is pretty cool.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 14, 2012, 03:51:31 PM
That is awesome!!  Its been a long time in the making, but it already looks better than I ever thought it would  8)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on June 14, 2012, 04:13:07 PM
Gamma 'box & Volumex engine....  :o

Looks seriously coll though.
I've driven past this place numerous times and always wondered who would know that is there and actually go in, it's so far out of the way of anywhere!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 22, 2012, 09:34:36 AM
Yee har the Fiat is running again!
Hit the tank with a rubber hammer and the fuel pump started up! Good old Fiat electrics.

So getting new plugs and leads and a fitting a new brake hose and a few parts and will get a wof next week.
Finally she is back.

One question, the rear Bias valve is seized, shall I fit a manual adjustable valve or shall I stick with the factory one?
I have a manual one so maybe ill just fit it. Looks racer.
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 23, 2012, 07:43:23 AM
Haha you do know the fuel pump isn't in the tank don't you.

I would go manual bias.... ESP if you have one.

Good work Jem
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 23, 2012, 09:03:41 AM
Where is the pump? :o
It seems to have stopped again :P
There are wires that go to the fuel gauge sender but also some other wires which power up then shut down and power up when its running like they should that go past the gauge sender and fuel hose outlets.
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 23, 2012, 10:49:11 AM
Pump is external... sitting on a bracket on the rhs behind the tank. Lie under the car and you will see it tucked up against box section running across car. The wires do go through the car and exit close to fuel level your right.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 23, 2012, 02:29:23 PM
Found it :)
Seems to work again.
The car runs on 4 pots but idles on 3, will get the CSL guy over by the Domain to have a go for me or I do have some delortos........ Must be a blocked idle jet on no one intake. 220 compression on all 4 pots.
Also it over heated, thermostat not opening. Tested in water and works so will refit, maybe it was fitted the wrong way around?
Fan is on all the time also so will look into that.
Have fitted a bias valve.
Doing water pump and cambelt.
Didn't think it had rusted too badly sitting outside but really it has got worse :P
Using a great new rust kill primer though by VHT called Rust Converter.
It seems to have the acid in it as it turns the rust black but also coats it with a drying sand-able undercoat paint.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on November 23, 2012, 03:34:49 PM
Thermo failure not uncommen, so may be worth testing prior to putting it back in
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 24, 2012, 09:23:26 PM
What a great day on the Fiat!
Thermostat opening now and car runs at perfect temp.
Also adjusted the air mixture screws and they were screwed in way to much! Backed them all out and man does it run sweet now! Its amazing actually it just starts and idles first pop now. Wicked.
Also clamped the battery in the rear, finished off thee new brake hose and fitted the Bias. Bleed all the brakes up and they work great.
Fitted the seats back in and a side window and gave it a Inox paint job ;) Works a treat on the fading red paint and plastic!
Also welded the ECU support in the engine bay.
Clutch unseized and works great.
Took for a drive, very slow just down the road and back.
Think I need oil in the gearbox :P
Pretty harsh ride on the race tyres.
Anyone got some wheels I can buy with street tyres on so I can go get a wof?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on November 25, 2012, 04:23:37 PM
Anyone? Wheels and tyres?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on November 25, 2012, 04:41:04 PM
Quote from: BB on November 25, 2012, 04:23:37 PM
Anyone? Wheels and tyres?

They are 4x98, so you could mod a set fo vw wheels to fit
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 25, 2012, 05:21:12 PM
Set on tm Jem. Set of 130tc rims can't recall if wof standard tyres tho.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on December 21, 2012, 09:19:27 PM
What do these go like compared to a mk2 16v?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/tipo/auction-541728815.htm
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on December 21, 2012, 10:32:26 PM
150hp standard so goes well. That one with bilsteins and larger rear sway bar would be great to drive.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on December 22, 2012, 01:26:44 PM
Theres a post on turbo124 on that cars journey. All the right bits are there. Would make an awesome alternative to a 4 door gti. Tipo shells were fully galvanized to.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on December 22, 2012, 05:09:16 PM
I think the Fiat would be a little faster to be honest.

My 130 starts first pop now 8) Its amazing how good it starts and idles for a carby car. No choke.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on January 18, 2013, 09:59:36 AM
Quote from: spooln on December 22, 2012, 01:26:44 PM
Theres a post on turbo124 on that cars journey. All the right bits are there. Would make an awesome alternative to a 4 door gti. Tipo shells were fully galvanized to.

They didn't galvanise the floors for some crazy reason.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on January 18, 2013, 10:08:22 AM
Quote from: 00quattro00 on December 21, 2012, 09:19:27 PM
What do these go like compared to a mk2 16v?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/tipo/auction-541728815.htm

Best handling Fiat I've driven!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTbaD8h9ipI&feature=share&list=LLmHKLWxvOtyINY8dbmjS9kg

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 20, 2013, 10:32:24 PM
Nice smooth driving!
Much better than I do on HD!
What was the lap times I have done  1.25 or there a bout's which is good but I would say my average is 1.30 :P
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Scuderia on January 22, 2013, 01:13:48 PM
I think 1:28. It was my first time out. There must be a second at least in the way I was taking turn 1. NZ delivered models were all 1994 build. These were the least powerful emissions equipped 139hp variant as shared with the Fiat Coupe. I have dynoed 3 of these cars, the factory tuning is horrendous to say it nicely. This engine was rebuilt and since remapped by FC performance who are very well regarded.


http://www.fccuk.org/forum/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=971940#Post971940



Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on January 22, 2013, 02:51:01 PM
And I was in a gutted mk1 with race tyres an ABF with a miltek exhaust and a chip up to about 165hp :-\
Told you your driving was way better than my hack job.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 24, 2013, 08:16:44 PM
FIAT STRADA ABARTH 130TC: YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO:

http://www.pistonheads.com/news/default.asp?storyId=27362
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 24, 2013, 08:29:55 PM
Cool cars. What did mk2 golfs do 0-100km/hr?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on March 24, 2013, 08:33:39 PM
According to vw the 8v was 8.3 and 16v was 7.9.

Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk 2

Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 24, 2013, 08:42:11 PM
Cool I think 130tc was 7.9 also.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on March 24, 2013, 08:44:24 PM
Im sure the 16v would do better. They seemed to under rate them by quite a bit

Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk 2

Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 24, 2013, 09:03:53 PM
Yeah the 16v I drove when hunting for a hot hatch went well. The strada felt quicker but might've just been perception with noise and hard ride. Big bumper has owned both so prob best guy to ask.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on March 24, 2013, 09:23:32 PM
Quote from: 00quattro00 on March 24, 2013, 08:33:39 PM
According to vw the 8v was 8.3 and 16v was 7.9.

Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk 2
Quote from: ritmo on March 24, 2013, 08:42:11 PM
Cool I think 130tc was 7.9 also.

Those would appear to be 0-60mph times ?

UK Motor got a 130TC to 60mph in 8.1 sec.

GTI 8v took 8.3sec.

Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 24, 2013, 09:34:44 PM
So all about the same. Which today is still slow.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 25, 2013, 02:55:12 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cartype.com%2Fpics%2F5939%2Ffull%2Ffiat_strada_abarth_130tc_ad.jpg&hash=3d5d770d535223e7a95999b85084108513be4435)

Yep I owned a Mk2 GTI 16v and a 130TC at the same time.  Very little between them in straight line performance, certainly not enough to distinguish. 

The Golf was the better car for sure, but it couldn't put a grin on your face like the Fiat did
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on March 25, 2013, 03:03:35 PM
A bit like my old alfa 75 twin spark, wasnt the fastest but sure was a lot of fun, especially when it rained

Sent from my GT-N7100 using Tapatalk 2

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: nacnud on March 25, 2013, 03:20:11 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 25, 2013, 02:55:12 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cartype.com%2Fpics%2F5939%2Ffull%2Ffiat_strada_abarth_130tc_ad.jpg&hash=3d5d770d535223e7a95999b85084108513be4435)

Yep I owned a Mk2 GTI 16v and a 130TC at the same time.  Very little between them in straight line performance, certainly not enough to distinguish. 

The Golf was the better car for sure, but it couldn't put a grin on your face like the Fiat did

Photo doesn't work?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 25, 2013, 03:30:09 PM
Quote from: nacnud on March 25, 2013, 03:20:11 PM
Photo doesn't work?

Strange, it does for me... here's the link:
http://www.cartype.com/pics/5939/full/fiat_strada_abarth_130tc_ad.jpg
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 25, 2013, 03:41:29 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 25, 2013, 03:30:09 PM
Strange, it does for me... here's the link:
http://www.cartype.com/pics/5939/full/fiat_strada_abarth_130tc_ad.jpg

That doesnt work either.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 25, 2013, 03:43:58 PM
I give up...  >:(

I think it's just that you VW types don't want to look at Fiat advertising, especially when it shows the Strada Abarth is faster than the Golf GTI 8v  ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on March 25, 2013, 05:50:56 PM
If anyone is interested I have scanned the original UK Motor magazines roadtests of the Abarth 130TC, Golf GTI 1.8 and the amazing Corolla GT.

8)

https://www.yousendit.com/download/UVJqMWZNcklEa1VsYzhUQw

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 25, 2013, 08:34:03 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 25, 2013, 03:43:58 PM
I give up...  >:(

I think it's just that you VW types don't want to look at Fiat advertising, especially when it shows the Strada Abarth is faster than the Golf GTI 8v  ;)

It should be faster its a 2l and has 130hp. But has it lasted as well and as refined, no.
But as a hot hatch it is hotter for sure.
They look better than a golf too >:D Just.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: 00quattro00 on March 25, 2013, 08:36:03 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cartype.com%2Fpics%2F5939%2Ffull%2Ffiat_strada_abarth_130tc_ad.jpg&hash=3d5d770d535223e7a95999b85084108513be4435)

Did that work?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on March 25, 2013, 09:19:33 PM
Quote from: 00quattro00 on March 25, 2013, 08:36:03 PM
(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cartype.com%2Fpics%2F5939%2Ffull%2Ffiat_strada_abarth_130tc_ad.jpg&hash=3d5d770d535223e7a95999b85084108513be4435)

Did that work?

Nope
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 25, 2013, 10:42:41 PM
Quote from: 00quattro00 on March 25, 2013, 08:36:03 PM
Did that work?

Works for me...  ???
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 25, 2013, 10:55:07 PM
Haha no joy on phone with that pic either here..... But imagine its a cool 130tc pic in front of a golf again.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on March 26, 2013, 09:30:21 AM
I downloaded it and it worked.
Pretty much says exactly what I summed up. Faster than a golf but not as refined.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on March 26, 2013, 11:06:08 AM
Terry, you'll know it.... its the "Warning: this is the quickest hatchback of its kind" Abarth advert
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on March 26, 2013, 11:43:29 AM
Quote from: bigbumper on March 26, 2013, 11:06:08 AM
Terry, you'll know it.... its the "Warning: this is the quickest hatchback of its kind" Abarth advert

Yip cool little ad.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 26, 2013, 08:33:27 PM
Used to have ht on a website
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on April 23, 2013, 08:04:28 PM
A question for all those of massive Fiat knowledge
2001 Fiat punto 1.2 8v manual.
If the car sits in traffic for any period of time the throttle has a tendancy to stick open, when accelerating away after traffic moves on 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd most noticible, as soon as you engage next gear it takes up the excessive revs and appears normal, but you can still notice it sticking as the car continues to pull slightly after removing foot from accelerator. It then seems to reset itself to normal

Its single point fuel injection I think so is this likely to be a dirty sensor or ????????
Any advice or experience of this?

Thanks in advance :)
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 23, 2013, 09:15:21 PM
Sorry i cant help....
Best place is fiatforum.com a uk based site that's awesome. Sub categories will find your punto model... Mk2 or is it mk3 not sure. But they give years built. Good luck
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: MK3SOME on April 23, 2013, 09:41:43 PM
my advice for fiat owners from experience playing around with engines
http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=alB2C6Wq1ms
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on May 12, 2013, 08:28:46 PM
Mine
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 12, 2013, 08:59:35 PM
Did you get any joy at fiat forum?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on May 12, 2013, 10:08:05 PM
I had a good read of a number of associated or similar issues and it came down to stripping and cleaning around the butterfly mechanism which i have done and no issues yet since.

Gone back to my youth with the latest acquisition( I had the UK press car back in pommie land), just love the boost on these gen1 GT's
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 13, 2013, 01:10:26 AM
Did you buy a Punto GT Softlad?

Was that Blair's car?
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 13, 2013, 01:11:52 AM
Nice welcome back to the fold.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on May 13, 2013, 08:42:33 AM
Yes Blair's car.
Loving being back in one of these, so understated with a big kick to surprise people :) :) :) :) :) :)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 13, 2013, 02:02:44 PM
Yeah they're a fun car alright
Yours is my pick of the colours, and the Coupe wheels look great
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on May 13, 2013, 04:05:41 PM
Blair kept the coupe wheels as part of the deal
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on May 20, 2013, 11:16:24 AM
If I need to talk to someone regarding the engine, who's the guru when it comes to all things Fiat?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on May 20, 2013, 01:56:31 PM
My ones fuel pump is pissing me off again. >:(
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 20, 2013, 02:46:38 PM
Quote from: SOFTLAD on May 20, 2013, 11:16:24 AM
If I need to talk to someone regarding the engine, who's the guru when it comes to all things Fiat?

Not that I'm the guru, but what do you want to know and where are you based?
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on May 20, 2013, 05:50:44 PM
Quote from: BB on May 20, 2013, 01:56:31 PM
My ones fuel pump is pissing me off again. >:(

Is that the in tank pump again?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on May 22, 2013, 10:30:05 AM
Quote from: SOFTLAD on May 20, 2013, 11:16:24 AM
If I need to talk to someone regarding the engine, who's the guru when it comes to all things Fiat?
Talk to Blair ;)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on June 03, 2013, 01:36:52 PM
Too many cars so the NZ new 2001 1.2 Punto ELX is for sale if anyones interested?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=600141178&ed=true (http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=600141178&ed=true)

SOLD SOLD
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on June 13, 2013, 06:21:49 PM
http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=603876944

This is a bit overpriced for a 130tc with no reg/wof!

Does anyone know this one?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on June 13, 2013, 06:39:48 PM
Low Kim's. rust.....
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 13, 2013, 07:22:32 PM
Interesting would like to know its rego.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 13, 2013, 09:56:11 PM
$4500 buy now... ambitious to say the least

That accelerator pedal looks like it'd be a bit tricky to use
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 13, 2013, 10:19:54 PM
Quote from: bigbumper on June 13, 2013, 09:56:11 PM
$4500 buy now... ambitious to say the least

That accelerator pedal looks like it'd be a bit tricky to use

Very.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on June 16, 2013, 10:12:59 PM
Terry: did you get to see it this weekend? Keen to hear a bit about it if you did.
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 16, 2013, 10:19:00 PM
Quote from: db_222 on June 16, 2013, 10:12:59 PM
Terry: did you get to see it this weekend? Keen to hear a bit about it if you did.

Nah mate but in Welly this wk so will go have a nosey. If its the car I think.... Got some good bits on it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on June 17, 2013, 10:38:15 PM
Terry, looks like Mr Porritts old one right..
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 17, 2013, 10:49:36 PM
Quote from: Salty on June 17, 2013, 10:38:15 PM
Terry, looks like Mr Porritts old one right..

Which I ended up owning for a while. But nah I don't think it's ls262. Different seat, steering wheel, lower kms, but could be I guess..... Going to go have a nosey.

As an aside.... Matt said you were thinking about selling vw.... But changed your mind after taking her for a drive.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Salty on June 18, 2013, 10:50:28 PM
Actually, I did sell and then retracted the sale. At the point where I can't add the time I've spent and once I sorted the tune she just goes so well. Matt once said to me a reliable car is a boring car - so I guess I have a exciting keeper.
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 18, 2013, 11:11:49 PM
Quote from: Salty on June 18, 2013, 10:50:28 PM
Actually, I did sell and then retracted the sale. At the point where I can't add the time I've spent and once I sorted the tune she just goes so well. Matt once said to me a reliable car is a boring car - so I guess I have a exciting keeper.

Haha I will remind him when Porsche gives him grief.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on June 24, 2013, 10:41:48 PM
Always wanted this combo....no space though.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/x19/auction-606701448.htm.   ???
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on June 24, 2013, 10:47:08 PM
Quote from: spooln on June 24, 2013, 10:41:48 PM
Always wanted this combo....no space though.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/x19/auction-606701448.htm.   ???

Have always thought x1/9 was ugly.... But mid engine turbo would be fun that's for sure.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on June 24, 2013, 11:27:32 PM
Quote from: spooln on June 24, 2013, 10:41:48 PM
Always wanted this combo....no space though.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/x19/auction-606701448.htm.   ???

I always liked the early X1/9s in green with the "ladder" graphics like this one.  With turbo would be a cool little package
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on June 25, 2013, 10:50:04 AM
Any one want me to have a look for them? I'm in Napier.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: db_222 on July 25, 2013, 11:57:17 AM
131r race car. Looks nice, seems a bit expensive though. Anyone know it?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/specialist-cars/competition-cars/auction-614992756.htm
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on July 25, 2013, 12:04:02 PM
Quote from: db_222 on July 25, 2013, 11:57:17 AM
131r race car. Looks nice, seems a bit expensive though. Anyone know it?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/specialist-cars/competition-cars/auction-614992756.htm

25K engine???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on July 25, 2013, 04:49:31 PM
Quote from: db_222 on July 25, 2013, 11:57:17 AM
131r race car. Looks nice, seems a bit expensive though. Anyone know it?

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/specialist-cars/competition-cars/auction-614992756.htm

Dave Brown's car.  Very well sorted, long competition history, and very fast.  Possibly the fastest rwd Fiat racer around?

Price is a bit ambitious for an old Fiat, but it's in great nick and decent R's are increasingly hard to find.  What would an equally sorted old Escort be worth?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on July 25, 2013, 07:04:07 PM
He says its a bargin ???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on July 25, 2013, 07:15:40 PM
Lmao.

$20k would be too much...

>:D
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on July 26, 2013, 08:09:56 AM
Fiat 131 Abarth:

http://enthuno-mori.com/fiat/20130702fiat/

? 6,800,000 so $85,000 NZD.
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2013, 09:27:37 AM
Makes the 131r look cheap!
Cool car and about market value it seems. As for the orange R, looks cool and is seriously quick. Lynn Rodgers knows how to charge ( and build a great engine)
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on July 26, 2013, 12:04:24 PM
Quote from: schattenblau on July 25, 2013, 07:15:40 PM
Lmao.

$20k would be too much...

>:D

No doubt if it was an old Audi Quattro it'd be worth $40k though  ;)
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2013, 12:58:44 PM
Quote from: Y0RKI on July 26, 2013, 12:04:24 PM
No doubt if it was an old Audi Quattro it'd be worth $40k though  ;)

Pull your head in, don't you know Audi are rally legends. Not some cheap Italian crap with stuff all rally history.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 26, 2013, 06:10:41 PM
 :o, suspect Abarth has more wins than most brands. 50s though to the 90s is a long period of wins, oiginal 500 through to integrale. Not many Group B though, and less well known in the last 20 years due to poor work by fiat.

Ritmo knows all this though... :police:

The 131 abarth is hot, but not cheap. Just like a works escort really.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on July 26, 2013, 07:02:12 PM
With "only" 140hp, was the 131 Abarth that much quicker than a stock 131 racing ?

???
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 26, 2013, 09:06:34 PM
Road model no. With 230 race version no worries.
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 26, 2013, 11:14:27 PM
Quote from: spooln on July 26, 2013, 06:10:41 PM
:o, suspect Abarth has more wins than most brands. 50s though to the 90s is a long period of wins, oiginal 500 through to integrale. Not many Group B though, and less well known in the last 20 years due to poor work by fiat.

Ritmo knows all this though... :police:

The 131 abarth is hot, but not cheap. Just like a works escort really.

Didn't Abarth win group B in 83 in se037 ... Last 2wd to win the championship?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on July 26, 2013, 11:59:45 PM
Quote from: ritmo on July 26, 2013, 11:14:27 PM
Didn't Abarth win group B in 83 in se037 ... Last 2wd to win the championship?

Sort of..

Lancia 037 not Abarth

Lancia is also the winningest marque with 10 constructors championships.

;)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_World_Rally_Championship_Constructors%27_champions
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 27, 2013, 07:19:08 AM
Yes. Lancia 037 and S4 was actually built by the abarth race team. Both ran  abarth badged engines, and had discrete abarth badges on the bodywork.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on July 27, 2013, 11:58:03 AM
True but the cars were entered as Lancias (and Fiats before) so that's the name that gets engraved on the trophies.

;D
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on July 27, 2013, 12:16:49 PM
Splitting hairs aren't we. The Lancia 037 was built as Abarth project, which is why it's called 037 as Abarth allocated build numbers to projects. S4 is 038. Evo Integrale is 050, yadda yadda.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on July 27, 2013, 02:18:22 PM
Not at all...

Just going by the official factory designation.

8)
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 12, 2013, 06:11:23 PM
Drive around the block.

Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 26, 2013, 06:42:08 PM
Cleaned the Tipo and coupe
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on August 26, 2013, 08:47:02 PM
Raced the coupe @ taupo on Saturday with the alfa guys. Had a great time!!

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F08%2F26%2F6abe8esy.jpg&hash=886125e614065321ea61ad7bafe1b67010d4609b)
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on August 26, 2013, 08:54:03 PM
How did it go? Looks good in silver
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on August 26, 2013, 09:13:27 PM
That does look good in silver!
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on August 26, 2013, 11:25:21 PM
Cheers! Went well. It is overdue for some development!!

Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: nacnud on August 28, 2013, 12:56:13 PM
Quote from: coupe20vt on August 26, 2013, 08:47:02 PM
Raced the coupe @ taupo on Saturday with the alfa guys. Had a great time!!

(https://www.vask.org.nz/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.tapatalk.com%2Fd%2F13%2F08%2F26%2F6abe8esy.jpg&hash=886125e614065321ea61ad7bafe1b67010d4609b)

Oh that car is a rocket! Went really well!

I was down there with Greg Wood in his Alfa and another mate in his 124 coupe. Good day out
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on August 28, 2013, 05:04:55 PM
How do these Coupes handle on the track ?

Does torque/under steer become an issue ?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: myte128 on August 29, 2013, 09:34:02 AM
Quote from: coupe20vt on August 26, 2013, 11:25:21 PM
Cheers! Went well. It is overdue for some development!!
2.4L stilo crank and custom rods?  ;)
Title: Re: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on August 29, 2013, 07:49:24 PM
Quote from: schattenblau on August 28, 2013, 05:04:55 PM
How do these Coupes handle on the track ?

Does torque/under steer become an issue ?

The key is getting weight out if the front. I have fiberglass bonnet, and removed a/c which helps brakes & turn in - as does the plate LSD. ;D

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Title: Re: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: coupe20vt on August 29, 2013, 07:51:30 PM
Quote from: nacnud on August 28, 2013, 12:56:13 PM
Oh that car is a rocket! Went really well!

I was down there with Greg Wood in his Alfa and another mate in his 124 coupe. Good day out

That was the quick red gtv?

Was a good day. Well run event, and the car went well!

Title: Re: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: schattenblau on August 29, 2013, 11:42:22 PM
Quote from: coupe20vt on August 29, 2013, 07:49:24 PM
The key is getting weight out if the front. I have fiberglass bonnet, and removed a/c which helps brakes & turn in - as does the plate LSD. ;D

Sent from my GT-I9505 using Tapatalk 2

Niiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiice

;)
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 23, 2013, 12:35:46 PM
Bit of Delta progress....

New paint so need to reassemble.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on November 23, 2013, 12:57:54 PM
ohhh, nice
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: RS ZWEI on November 23, 2013, 01:06:06 PM
Looking great Terry.
Title: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on November 23, 2013, 04:13:50 PM
Yeah cheers guys. Very happy with paint.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 23, 2014, 08:15:30 AM
I note that both the Panda and Punto are now listed on the Fiat NZ site.
Probably old news but without an 'Italian dealer ' within 150 miles we tend to miss this kind of thing in the provinces
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: rambo_005 on February 23, 2014, 01:03:26 PM
I thought you had Max Pennington selling the Fiat Chrysler brands now?

I predicted that the Panda and Punto would come after their launch in Australia. The next Dodge Journey will probably launch as the Fiat Freemont, removing the Dodge brand from NZ.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on February 23, 2014, 01:57:23 PM
Quote from: rambo_005 on February 23, 2014, 01:03:26 PM
I thought you had Max Pennington selling the Fiat Chrysler brands now?

I predicted that the Panda and Punto would come after their launch in Australia. The next Dodge Journey will probably launch as the Fiat Freemont, removing the Dodge brand from NZ.

Pennington is going to be selling Alfa/ Fiat/Chrysler after setting up a new sales area away from the other more mundane stuff.
Must go for a drive down there and see what is happening.
Further update on this................still under refurbishment but looks close to being ready, currently a Dodge and a Jeep in the sales room and a few Nissans to fill up the end.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: Y0RKI on March 13, 2014, 09:19:10 AM
Fiat launching this month:
Panda, Panda Trekking, Punto Evo, Bravo. 500L date tbc

Dodge will soon be pushed out in favour of the Fiat Freemont. Again, date TBC
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on March 13, 2014, 12:23:50 PM
Best fiat in ages. This would be a hoot!!!!!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=702446827
Title: Re: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: sifty on March 13, 2014, 08:58:30 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 13, 2014, 12:23:50 PM
Best fiat in ages. This would be a hoot!!!!!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=702446827

Wow, that is a thing of beauty. Want.


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Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: SOFTLAD on March 13, 2014, 09:16:28 PM
Quote from: spooln on March 13, 2014, 12:23:50 PM
Best fiat in ages. This would be a hoot!!!!!

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=702446827
Kurt the owner is currently driving in the 2k cup, we've talked about this car quite a bit, totally built for purpose very cool car
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on April 22, 2014, 03:10:02 PM
Spooln, is this your old Strada?
http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/fiat/auction-720357704.htm

Terry - is the Grale all finished now?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on April 22, 2014, 03:43:48 PM
Yes. Still looks pretty good overall. Ive got a key still somewhere, perhaps I should sneak down for a blat...
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 22, 2014, 07:38:52 PM
Saw that Neil..... looks solid. been brought and sold a few times last couple years.

Haha Brett, buying a house, working hard and having too many cars hasn't helped it's progress..... a few little things before compliance
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on April 24, 2014, 09:00:31 AM
My 130 is all running now and back together ready for a wof but I need some headlights  :P I think I may have to cut the plastic and ft some 7'' old school beams with the side light in. The plastic clips break and they fall out on the fait ones.
Its going well, Ive given it a few blasts down the street. Goes good. The motor is good.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: ritmo on April 24, 2014, 09:49:20 AM
Quote from: BB on April 24, 2014, 09:00:31 AM
My 130 is all running now and back together ready for a wof but I need some headlights  :P I think I may have to cut the plastic and ft some 7'' old school beams with the side light in. The plastic clips break and they fall out on the fait ones.
Its going well, Ive given it a few blasts down the street. Goes good. The motor is good.

Nice work Jem, any pics? Yeah the main headlights real pain as 6 and 3/4 inches I recall.... not a common size
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: BB on June 01, 2014, 02:14:27 PM
Can't be bothered with pics sorry, It looks ok for a race car. Yes the lights are a pain, I might have to get some Normal ones and make up some grill, Try and get some off a old Morris or something with the backing plate and adjusters. Its worth more with a wof. I went for a test drive the othr day. Drive shaft fell off, got a $300 ticket. Also had to pay $46 to keep on rego hold as I went over time. Jesus its just cost me money that thing, however it does seem to go quite well and tho it still needs some things such as a slightly rough wheel bearing its not bad enough to fail a wof yet and I will need a tie rod end rebuilt, But really its going quite tough now that Ive gone over every bolt now. Just needs some headlights.
Oh and front wiper arms I seem to have lost them damn it.
I will take it to a track day soon enough I guess on Pauls trialer. Lots of people want me to give them a spin around the track and it does have a roll cage and the fait club is active, hence getting a Fiat, tho I do like it.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: tyz-fly on January 13, 2015, 09:20:34 PM
Hey gents, I'm having a mare with an uno turbo I recently bought, I replaced all the incooler hoses and now the car won't start, I figured it could be an air leak, triple checked and it's not, finally got the car started today, drove it 20m down the road, and it let off a pop and cut out, air hoses were fine but now I have no spark, any ideas? Or can someone point me in the way of a search?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on January 14, 2015, 06:56:01 PM
Link busted or expired. Epic mechanics, but for the dosh I would prefer an 037.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: slowburn on May 24, 2017, 09:48:24 PM
longshot i know,but does anyone have a line on a BC 124 coupe shell? doesn't have to be straight or pretty,just looking to take some cuts out as patches for a restoration ....maybe a couple of pieces here and there...like i said,long shot.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on May 24, 2017, 10:00:06 PM
Try Mal in Cambridge, dino enterprises. He may have stuff or know of one.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: bigbumper on May 25, 2017, 12:38:40 AM
Dodgy 'n' on your keyboard Neil? 

I don't know of anything sorry slowburn
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: slowburn on May 25, 2017, 07:57:19 AM
nah,Mal doesn't know of anything,tried there first...cheers
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on May 25, 2017, 05:45:52 PM
Cant recall the last time i saw a 124 coupe on the road. Used to be everywhere....30 years ago. 🤔
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on July 03, 2017, 02:36:58 PM
Fiat 500 (modern)
Has anyone had any experience with these..........good or bad?
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: spooln on July 03, 2017, 03:03:30 PM
Dont get the auto. Good interior spacer for a small car.
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: brian on July 03, 2017, 03:41:16 PM
Quote from: spooln on July 03, 2017, 03:03:30 PM
Dont get the auto. Good interior spacer for a small car.

I knew about the auto....bad as the VW UP
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: the phantom on July 12, 2017, 11:06:36 PM
Quote from: brian on July 03, 2017, 02:36:58 PM
Fiat 500 (modern)
Has anyone had any experience with these..........good or bad?

we had a rental 500 in the UK, small boot and quite an inconsistent start from stopped, don't think it was me, sometimes sweet, sometimes stumbled as if the revs had to be higher, it was manual

otherwise I quite liked it, could have taken a Panda but the boot in that was worse
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: curts on August 08, 2017, 08:45:45 AM
Chris Harris has an amazing job... https://www.topgear.com/videos/chris-harris-drives/chris-harris-drives-alfaholics-gta-r-290
Title: Re: Fiat thread
Post by: the phantom on October 08, 2017, 12:56:45 PM
Quote from: curts on August 08, 2017, 08:45:45 AM
Chris Harris has an amazing job... https://www.topgear.com/videos/chris-harris-drives/chris-harris-drives-alfaholics-gta-r-290

Chris Harris has an absolutely amazing job, envy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niAiCqpcHqk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=niAiCqpcHqk)