TS head parts

turbolarespider · #1 (**permalink**) 05-06-2005, 10:36 AM

I bought a 75 Head from New Zealand a few years ago, and finally got around to opening the box.

Imgaine the disappointment when I saw a very stripped head...

So, and suggestsons on where to get:

Valves
Springs
spring retainers
retainer cups
shims
buckets
cams

and since I'm already there- guides and stem seals.

The engine will eventually go into a GTV, using fuel injection... But building the head is first priority.

Are any of the parts compatable with the earlier head? And for valves and valve seats- what about bigger, performance, items?

Eric

turbolarespider · #2 (**permalink**) 05-09-2005, 06:05 AM

bump. Come on- someone's got to have a source, or at least know if any parts from the Nord engine are the same (like the buckets, I hear).

Eric

**GTV4EVR** · #3 (**permalink**) 05-09-2005, 07:16 AM

I would expect (didn't want to say assume) that someone on the other side of the pond like EB Spares or Highwood Alfa would know. You could try sending an email to Kevin or Chris.

Capp · #4 (**permalink**) 05-09-2005, 10:42 AM

E. B. Spares has become the default supplier for more common pieces particular to 75 TwinSpark motor conversions. Most have dealt with them because of their past experience and good supply of required parts. Certainly, other British suppliers could get those parts too. Having said that, I had to source cyl. head retaining studs and more obscure parts from OK Parts in Germany or AFRA in Italy. New original studs were considerably cheaper than custom ARP pieces even with shipping costs. Certainly you should read in detail the list of interchangeable engine parts and supply list on Jim Steck's web site. I have heard Jon Norman at Alfa Parts keeps a few pieces because so many people on the west coast have done the swap. Now, if I could just find a machinist worth his Kool Tool to do the machine work

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Bruce Colby · #5 (**permalink**) 05-09-2005, 10:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbolarespider

Valves
Springs
spring retainers
retainer cups
shims
buckets
cams
guides
stem seals

Eric

turbolarespider · #6 (**permalink**) 05-09-2005, 12:18 PM

Thanks Bruce, that helps a ton.

GTV- just shot a note off to Kevin, I'll probably hear from him in a short while. I know he has cams- but they are very expensive for some reason. Like US$500 for a pair.

Eric

Bruce Colby · #7 (**permalink**) 05-09-2005, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbolarespider

Thanks Bruce, that helps a ton.

GTV- just shot a note off to Kevin, I'll probably hear from him in a short while. I know he has cams- but they are very expensive for some reason. Like US$500 for a pair.

Eric