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16-02-10, 00:25
j1v

thank you all

This car is far from being ready, and I'm not yet to enjoy it, so stay tuned ;)
16-02-10, 22:34
AlfaJack

Quote:

Originally Posted by j1v

so stay tuned ;)

We will!:smoke::smoke::smoke:
19-02-10, 21:28
j1v

Brakes finally on the car, waiting for some stainless hoses (goodrich)

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S3...8022010452.jpg

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S3...9022010460.jpg

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S3...9022010462.jpg

New turbo (GT3076R) already mounted, doing some rerouting of the pipes.

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S3...9022010453.jpg
19-02-10, 22:39
Brul(tm)

Quote:

Originally Posted by j1v

Brakes finally on the car, waiting for some stainless hoses (goodrich)

Did you order the set complete set (6 hoses!) ?
I have noticed that you get only 4 hoses for the calipers.
At least that was the case when I ordered mine. :redface:

I realy like the contrast between the color of the car, the wheels and the brake calipers :smoke:

Greetings,
Marc
19-02-10, 22:44
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brul(tm)

Did you order the set complete set (6 hoses!) ?
I have noticed that you get only 4 hoses for the calipers.
At least that was the case when I ordered mine. :redface:

I realy like the contrast between the color of the car, the wheels and the brake calipers :smoke:

Greetings,
Marc

4 hoses only yes. Where are the extra two?
20-02-10, 08:09
na15575

the 2 extra hoses located to the front of the rear axle :redface:
20-02-10, 21:06
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by na15575

the 2 extra hoses located to the front of the rear axle :redface:

yes, I saw them today, completely forgot about these. Any ideas where to buy just them ???
20-02-10, 22:17
Brul(tm)

Quote:

Originally Posted by j1v

Any ideas where to buy just them ???

I ordered them through the same shop (specialized in brake parts ). These two hoses are often forgotten, your not alone there ;)
Goodridge is able to make hoses on request, by your specification. I had problems with the hoses at the rear end, they got torn off :eek: I ordered two new hoses, only a couple of cm longer this time.

Greetings,
Marc
21-02-10, 22:54
AlfaJack

I was just skimming back over this thread and I don't think you told us about you how solved the rear differential problem?
22-02-10, 04:57
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlfaJack

I was just skimming back over this thread and I don't think you told us about you how solved the rear differential problem?

well I did not. I'm using the open dedra rear diff, and not putting my spare torsen, before doing a full revision of the gearbox/front and epicyclic diff

I'm also waiting for a spare gearbox, that I wish to revision and reinforce before using some real boost.
23-02-10, 20:06
j1v

Back to performance upgrades ... new turbo fitted

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S4...3022010484.jpg

more in this album : http://picasaweb.google.com/jivco.shterev/Q4StageIIIS4#
23-02-10, 20:14
jimnielsen

looks good - I enjoyed looking at the album! What level of boost are you planing on (for the garrett)?

jim ~
23-02-10, 20:21
j1v

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Originally Posted by jimnielsen

looks good - I enjoyed looking at the album! What level of boost are you planing on (for the garrett)?

jim ~

I'm limited by the size of injectors and strength of the gearbox, so I guess no more than 1.5 bar at least for a while
23-02-10, 21:53
Varypodaros

j1v, your car is going to become my dream's car!!!
one question, why did you take off the bumper of the car?
23-02-10, 22:06
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by VARYPODAROS

j1v, your car is going to become my dream's car!!!
one question, why did you take off the bumper of the car?

?

I had to do the turbo downpipe, water and oil lines etc, and it's much easier with the bumper and radiator removed
08-03-10, 18:38
j1v

Any ideas where to buy a new knock sensor. The two sensors I have are both badly damaged ( the rubber insulation + very bad cables) and I really don't want to get another used one

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/New-Knock-Sens...6#ht_868wt_732

is that the same one as in q4 ?
10-03-10, 11:07
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by j1v

Any ideas where to buy a new knock sensor. The two sensors I have are both badly damaged ( the rubber insulation + very bad cables) and I really don't want to get another used one

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/New-Knock-Sens...6#ht_868wt_732

is that the same one as in q4 ?

bump ...
10-03-10, 11:36
Juan AR155Q4

It's looks equal, but can't be sure if it's the same.

Shouldn't be the same as Cosworth uses almost the same ECU (IAW P8)??
12-03-10, 14:54
markgq4

very impressive project J !
how far do you think it is from being ready to drive?

i want to be there as the co-pilot for the first run out lol
12-03-10, 16:38
j1v

i can't tell ... trying not to rush and do the things like i want to and not like i can at the exact moment
12-03-10, 19:53
mindus

I was wondering what are your plans on the oil cooler and air passage to it with this front bumper, or are going to change the location of the oil cooler/radiator.
Thanks
13-03-10, 07:40
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by mindus

I was wondering what are your plans on the oil cooler and air passage to it with this front bumper, or are going to change the location of the oil cooler/radiator.
Thanks

it stays on the default location, no probs at all.

Air will be sent to it from the hallo whole (haven't drilled it yed, still looking for appropriate part for it, maybe the edges from some old broken hallos)
13-03-10, 21:10
j1v

Did some tests on the rear brakes today. Old front discs with evolution calipers ... not exactly bolt-on but not so dificult at all, hopefully will be done next weekend

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S5...0/IMG_0098.JPG

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S5...0/IMG_0099.JPG

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S5...0/IMG_0102.JPG

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S5...0/IMG_0103.JPG

http://lh5.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S5...r%20brakes.jpg
13-03-10, 23:00
wrinx

Interesting...which model of caliper; and how are you dealing with the handbrake?

wrinx
14-03-10, 06:58
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by wrinx

Interesting...which model of caliper; and how are you dealing with the handbrake?

wrinx

No handbrake :)
14-03-10, 09:40
wrinx

Thought so :lol:

Not allowed in the UK :roll:

wrinx
16-03-10, 20:57
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by Juan AR155Q4

It's looks equal, but can't be sure if it's the same.

Shouldn't be the same as Cosworth uses almost the same ECU (IAW P8)??

Well I bought it ... it's not the same, different thread :)

Doable however, will make it 8x1.25 (no it is typical ford - 10x1.5)
29-03-10, 10:06
j1v

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S7...0/IMG_0036.JPG

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S7...0/IMG_0035.JPG

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S7...0/IMG_0016.JPG
29-03-10, 11:50
AlfaJack

Go on then....what is it?

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Originally Posted by j1v

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_iHYUsiZ3zmg/S7...0/IMG_0035.JPG
29-03-10, 12:05
Brul(tm)

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlfaJack

Go on then....what is it?

I had the exact same question Jack :biggrin:
My guess, a fuel presure regulator with "connecting kit" for custom plumbing?

Regards,
Marc
29-03-10, 12:53
AlfaJack

Quote:

Originally Posted by Brul(tm)

I had the exact same question Jack :biggrin:
My guess, a fuel presure regulator with "connecting kit" for custom plumbing?

Regards,
Marc

I think you will be right :cool:
29-03-10, 21:36
Brul(tm)

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlfaJack

I think you will be right :cool:

Oh, and I forgot the presure gauge ;)
But would this be a adjustable regulator :confused:

Regards,
Marc
15-05-10, 15:24
Xti

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Originally Posted by j1v

yes, I saw them today, completely forgot about these. Any ideas where to buy just them ???

Hi, Jivco.
How did you managed with the two extra brake hoses?

I have also received a 4 hoses kit and the local dealer sais that these are the Goodridge specifications for the 155Q4. I have sent them the chassis number too before ordering.

After I have compared with the OEM brake hoses, it doesn't seem to me having same sizes at all. Neither the same configuration.

My curiousity is why Goodridge have same specifications for 155Q4 as for others 155... http://www.goodridge.co.uk/car-brake...alfa-romeo.htm
15-05-10, 17:13
j1v

Quote:

Originally Posted by Xti

Hi, Jivco.
How did you managed with the two extra brake hoses?

I have also received a 4 hoses kit and the local dealer sais that these are the Goodridge specifications for the 155Q4. I have sent them the chassis number too before ordering.

After I have compared with the OEM brake hoses, it doesn't seem to me having same sizes at all. Neither the same configuration.

My curiousity is why Goodridge have same specifications for 155Q4 as for others 155... http://www.goodridge.co.uk/car-brake...alfa-romeo.htm

Yes, they are not for q4, and need some invasions :). The short ones ... I've ordered them here in Bulgaria in a workshop, custom built.

I did not contact Goodrich, so if you got the patience, maybe you should.
15-05-10, 22:41
Jan

there is a set with 4 brake hoses and one with six, you just need the one with six
16-05-10, 08:55
Xti

Thanks, Jivco.

Jan, do you have by chance some picture with the 6 hoses kit.
? I'm thinking to show it to my local dealer too. Thanks in advance.

Cheers,
Cristian.
16-05-10, 15:41
Q4Jan

I got a picture:

http://i40.tinypic.com/3445ytj.jpg
17-05-10, 09:34
Xti

Thanks. I hope this will make my local dealer reconsider their work.
17-05-10, 10:43
AlfaJack

This comes up now and again on alfa155.org. Have a look here for an idea of 6 hose set part numbers:
http://www.alfa155.org/forum/viewtop...number&start=0

http://alfa155.org/forum/viewtopic.p...r=asc&start=15
17-05-10, 16:05
Xti

Thanks very much, Jack !

This is really helpful to me.
I hope we'll meet sometime having lots of beers.:smile:

Greetings, Cristian.

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