Filip's GTV TS Clubsport project

[GTV-TB 315]

A nice one, nothing is as nice as when one finds a simple solution to a problem.

[Filip 124]

I'm looking for advice on steel braided brake hose kits. Which is the best value for money, and where can get it? 

[GTV-TB 315]

http://www.brake-lines.co.uk/automotive/alfa-romeo/gtv/

 

 

[charlee 314]

Are TB and TS lines the same?

[GTV-TB 315]

Are TB and TS lines the same?

Should be, I believe that it is only the offset on  brake disc which differs a bit between TS and TB.

[charlee 314]

That's what I think too. What about V6 24V?

 

There is a possibility to have custom Squadra braided hoses from a quality manufacturer with good prices. Is anyone interested in this?

[GTV-TB 315]

The front hoses are different for the V6 24V, I'm am interested in rear hoses and hose for the clutch if such can be made.

[charlee 314]

Ok, thanks.

 

I suppose it can be made. I'll see if I can work something out 

[GTV-TB 315]

That's what I think too. What about V6 24V?

 

There is a possibility to have custom Squadra braided hoses from a quality manufacturer with good prices. Is anyone interested in this?

Hi CHARLEE, I took a closer look at the hoses, and it seems that it is other hoses on V6 24V first after 08-2000 and

on 2.0 JTS, 3.2 V6 24V.

[Filip 124]

That's what I think too. What about V6 24V?

There is a possibility to have custom Squadra braided hoses from a quality manufacturer with good prices. Is anyone interested in this?

Yes, Im interested! I'm leaning towards the HEL kit now (discount on their site, nice) but I wanna know more about these before I decide. Specs and price? Difference compared to HEL?

[Filip 124]

Making steady progress here

 

I have taken the front calipers apart completely and they are now enjoying an electrolysis bath. I have spent a few hours cleaning them with rotating wire brushes 

 

 

 

As you can see, I also managed to break my new awesome invention for pushing the pistons out... Careful with those needles!

 

When the calipers are nice and clean from rust and old paint, I will paint them with black high temp paint that withstands 800 C. It's a test and I don't really care if it goes bad because I'm not gonna look at the car, I'm gonna drive it 

I have also ordered the correct Yellowstuff pads (DP41061R) and will order braided brake hoses from HEL. 

 

 

Some time ago I received these puppies 

 

[Damgreg 94]

Is the door locker brand new?   I'm interested in it.. Some b*st*rds tried to open my Spider in the first days I didn't get the parking pass...........

[Filip 124]

Is the door locker brand new?   I'm interested in it.. Some b*st*rds tried to open my Spider in the first days I didn't get the parking pass...........

 

No, sorry  It's used and I need the plastic cover that surrounds the key hole. My door doesnt have one now and it looks surprisingly ugly without it. 

[Damgreg 94]

I need the metal cover which is totally dead on mine I'll look after it on ebay.. maybe.. a lot of luck..?

[Filip 124]

I need the metal cover which is totally dead on mine I'll look after it on ebay.. maybe.. a lot of luck..?

 

Sorry the b*st*rds killed it for you   I'd put an ad up and see if anyone's got one lying around. AndyAlfa (can't remember exactly what his nick is...) could probably dig one up for you too, since he's got a lot of 916 parts 

[Filip 124]

Electrolysis is done. Time for spray paint and reassembly. Anyone got tips on good seal kits for the ATE calipers? The ones I have are fine but fitting new ones would give some peace of mind...

[GTV-TB 315]

Here.
http://brakeparts.co.uk/#page=parts&pageSection=BHF&mancode=ALFA&brand=ALFA+ROMEO&model=GTV&modelversion=GTV*(95-05)+2.0+16V+%26+V6+COUPE
BCK5414, but it seems that the postage cost will be cheaper if you shop on fleebay,
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/SKODA-FABIA-FRONT-BRAKE-CALIPER-REPAIR-KIT-ATE-54mm-OPTION-BCK5414R-/261206749286?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3cd122b066#ht_4984wt_1172

Budweg page http://caliper.budweg.com/Repairkits.aspx , item is called 205414 there.

 

[Filip 124]

Thanks! I ended up ordering the Budweg set called 205414 locally in Sweden. A bit more expensive, but I didn't plan properly and I didnt want to wait for them. 

 

Anyone know if I REALLY have to replace the bolts that hold the caliper brackets? The manual says so... but!

[GTV-TB 315]

Reuse the bolts if they are not damaged.

[Filip 124]

Reuse the bolts if they are not damaged.

 

Tack!

 

 

 

 

So what am I up to?

 

Painting calipers, yeah!

 

 

But, I'm not really following the instructions... 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It probably turns out OK anway!

The calipers and the brackets are in the oven right now. I actually followed the instructions on this one...

30-60 min @ 160 degrees C.

 

 

I have no clue if this paint is gonna work on the calipers, but I just need it to protect them from rust.

It won't look good until I have upgraded with yellow 4-pot Brembos and slotted discs  Next season maybe...

[Filip 124]

 

Want a piece of these with your morning coffee? 

[Filip 124]

Yellowstuffs should be arriving any day now. Then we'll see if I manage to put them back together or not... 

[GTV-TB 315]

Yellowstuffs should be arriving any day now. Then we'll see if I manage to put them back together or not... 

 I'll keep my fingers crossed.

[Filip 124]

I found VDO Vision gauges that look close to OE. I want to replace the clock and water temp gauge with these.

The question is... Where would you put the oil temp sensor?

[GTV-TB 315]

I found VDO Vision gauges that look close to OE. I want to replace the clock and water temp gauge with these.

The question is... Where would you put the oil temp sensor?

Check if there are any plug on the coolant-engine oil heat exchanger (at the oil filter) you could replace with the oil temp sensor, if not Biltema is your friend.

http://www.biltema.se/sv/Bil---MC/Bil-tillbehor/Bil-el/Instrument/Adapter-for-oljegivare-322005/