My GTV - Page 3

generaljimt · #31 (**permalink**) 06-25-2003, 05:00 AM

The beauty of owning an Alfa is that mods are appreciated. I do believe in keeping the correct engine and tranny series together, but to put speakers in the map pockets by the foot wells (as in your car and in mine) is not frowned upon. In fifty years, I don't think either one of us will have the equivalent of a P2, therefore, originality, although interesting, will not make either one of us rich. So don't worry about the Ford Galaxy antenna, and I won't worry about missing the three bar grill!!

67GTV · #32 (**permalink**) 06-25-2003, 12:43 PM

No problems really, just much better grip and stability. The tire overhang is much less than I anticipated.

I might be getting some rubbing at the back of the rear wheel well actually. But it's hard to tell as there were rub marks there prior to this tire upgrade. Under hard cornering I hear something from the rear end. I have yet to empty out my trunk to make sure it's not my stuff moving around back there.

The 4 picture shot above does not do the new tire width justice. I think I was sitting a little further away when shooting the new tire's width. You'll have to see 'em Heimeng. Not nearly as beefy as Sniady's monster, but pretty hefty none the less.

67GTV · #33 (**permalink**) 06-25-2003, 12:53 PM

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Originally posted by generaljimt
The beauty of owning an Alfa is that mods are appreciated. I do believe in keeping the correct engine and tranny series together, but to put speakers in the map pockets by the foot wells (as in your car and in mine) is not frowned upon. In fifty years, I don't think either one of us will have the equivalent of a P2, therefore, originality, although interesting, will not make either one of us rich. So don't worry about the Ford Galaxy antenna, and I won't worry about missing the three bar grill!!

PSk · #34 (**permalink**) 06-25-2003, 05:37 PM

Hmmm, that tyre looks too wide for that rim to me.

There is actually a safety rule, that many tyre fitters ignore.

For the best handling the tyre wall should be as straight as possible, infact for racing most people fit tyres on to rims that are TOO wide. This reduces sideway flex and improves direction change response time.

The rule is that you should only ever fit 2 tyre sizes up or down on a rim. Thus if the rim was designed for a 165 tyre then a 185 is the max, and 145 the min. Wider than that and you will over heat the sidewall ... which could lead to blow outs. Ring Pirelli or another company to check ... is my suggestion.

I would get your rims widened about an 1" ... or replace them with later model rims from a 1750 or 2000 as they were designed for 175 tyres, I believe.

Pete

PSk · #35 (**permalink**) 06-25-2003, 05:38 PM

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Originally posted by PSk
For the best handling the tyre wall should be as straight as possible, infact for racing most people fit tyres on to rims that are TOO wide. This reduces sideway flex and improves direction change response time.

67GTV · #36 (**permalink**) 06-25-2003, 10:16 PM

Thanks for the input Pete, but it's a little late.

I asked the board back in January for recommendations. Several people suggested I could go with 195/60's. Upon seeing the first one mounted I decided this width would suffice. I'm not taking her on the track, at least not yet. I have not detected any flex in the side walls. Actually, how could one tell? If I do have a blow out I have a free replacement warranty.

I obtained a set of 14" x 5.5" Alfa steel rims but they would need to be painted or powder coated. I could not spend the extra cash so I stuck with my 15" x 4.5" rims.

I appreciate the comments and I'll keep them in mind.

PSk · #37 (**permalink**) 06-25-2003, 10:43 PM

Well you probably will be okay then

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I have seen some amazing things with wheels and tyres, and it is only a guide, and most get away with it.

Also we are only talking 10mm ... whoopy!!

Pete

67GTV · #38 (**permalink**) 09-16-2003, 02:37 AM

Look familiar?

I broke out my white sharpie and colored over the primered fender.

67GTV · #39 (**permalink**) 09-16-2003, 02:40 AM

Reflections of the one I love...

**Sniady** · #40 (**permalink**) 09-16-2003, 10:21 PM

Reflections!

That's a hot pic Kai.

67GTV · #41 (**permalink**) 09-17-2003, 01:48 AM

Thanks Snaid! Oddly enough I was driving by an Italian restaurant called "Portofino's" when I took the shot. I was just looking for a good window reflection.

She needs a bath but damn she's got a body.

pete · #42 (**permalink**) 10-02-2003, 02:35 PM

Hello Kai, have you sold your red one yet? I've been looking to get one for 20 years, ever since I wrecked the '67 my dad bought new.

**italcarguy** · #43 (**permalink**) 10-02-2003, 05:33 PM

kai,
how did you do that! from looking at how low the fender is, your car is obviously under acceleration. you had good timing when you hit the button on the camera. i'd have to hit the button on mine before i even got to the build just to make sure the car was centered in the window.

67GTV · #44 (**permalink**) 10-03-2003, 11:39 PM

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Originally posted by pete
Hello Kai, have you sold your red one yet? I've been looking to get one for 20 years, ever since I wrecked the '67 my dad bought new.

67GTV · #45 (**permalink**) 10-04-2003, 12:03 AM

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Originally posted by italcarguy
kai,
how did you do that! from looking at how low the fender is, your car is obviously under acceleration. you had good timing when you hit the button on the camera. i'd have to hit the button on mine before i even got to the build just to make sure the car was centered in the window.