I paid £900 for this abandoned Alfa!

After being awoken from a 6-year sleep in a faraway land, will this beautiful GTV go to the ball? Subscribe now to follow this saga!
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[@paolocapitinipoweredbyauto4774]

The ALFA MASTERPIECE my bro thanks for save this dream car. My second alfa, buy WITH my first Money, used , black 3000 v6 . One tear in my eyes, my youngtime, another tear , ciao fratello, grazie, N1 ALFA ROMEO CHANNEL IN THE WORLD, THE ALFA NUT👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏, coming soon bro we need you, we need this soul medicine bro.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thanks for your kind words Paolo - It’s been a difficult few months but I agree - we need to keep doing the things we love, so I am hoping to release the next video this weekend - the amazing 8C! 😍

[@milti_hades]

New Subscriber from Greece 🇬🇷 because of you and alfa😍

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yiassou Milti!! Many thanks for watching and for your message! Merry Christmas to you 👍🏻🥳🎅🏻

[@danielmumford311]

Do you plan on doing a Q&A? Love the channel, looking forward to the next video 👌🏻

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thanks Daniel - I hadn’t considered a Q&A but thats not a bad idea. Next video is very overdue but should be out next weekend. Cheers for watching! 👍🏻🙂

[@albertocerrato8346]

Thanks for save this alfa 😘 GRAZIE e BUONA FORUTUNA ;-)

[@TheAlfaNut]

Grazie Alberto! She will be singing again soon 🙂

[@TheAlfaNut]

Grazie Alberto! She will be singing again soon 🙂

[@paolocapitinipoweredbyauto4774]

Grande Alberto n1

[@rupertpiersbutler]

I'm in tears 😭

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yes, it's a regular tear jerker! 2 years of rebuilding and she won't start. I was gutted.

[@chriswitherley3570]

What a car.its people like you that keep everything going for everyone not just yourself .another one for the world to enjoy.its all so worth it mate.

[@chriswitherley3570]

Whatever it takes

[@albertocerrato8346]

I will carefully follow the continuation

[@kahumike]

Is this why the professionals day "kids, don't try this at home"? I'd be too chicken to even consider attempting something like this. I'm sure you'll get it sorted soon enough.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Michael - yes, I'm chicken too - that's why it took me so long to try to start it! Now the fear is gone, I'm going to bully it into starting up!

[@waynecash7767]

Just found your channel and subbed great vids really enjoyed them liked the gt one but you didn’t comment on 1.8 twinny engine they have, are these engine’s no good in the gt and are they the same as 916 engine

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Wayne - thanks a lot for subbing and for taking the time to watch! I haven’t seen or driven a 1.8 Twinny version of the GT but I assume it will be very similar to the 156 (GT was based on 156 running gear) and the 916’s, although I have never seen a 1.8 916 either! I think they were more popular in Euro countries like Italy due to the high tax on the larger engines. Have you got a 1.8?

[@waynecash7767]

The Alfa Nut no I have 2.0 twinny spider but I thought the engine would have taken out of a 916 but they could used 18 156 or 146 I think they both use 1.8 I was interested in a gt but I’m not a fan of diesel and the jts has poor reviews

[@TheAlfaNut]

The GT is best with the 3.2 V6 for sure but my Wife drives a 1.9 jtdm and its a quick, reliable car. 👍🏻

[@LukeGB003]

On my way to Scarborough on Sunday I saw an abandoned 156 and it broke my heart. I would love a 156.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Lucas - Scarborough is my home town, born and bred! Where did you see the 156?

[@LukeGB003]

The Alfa Nut it was probably closer to Filey but it was on the A64 I believe. Scarborough is fairly close to me. We used to have an Alfa Garage in my town of Knaresborough however it was taken over by KIA

[@TheAlfaNut]

I remember it - I’ve spent a lot of time in Knaresborough, my Sister and her family live there! Blind Jacks and Carriages for beers! 😁👍🏻

[@LukeGB003]

The Alfa Nut wow that’s cool so random wasn’t expecting that lol. I’m guessing you know of redline then?

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yep, I’ve been there a couple of times with my equally car-mad brother-in-law! (He’s got a Spider as well)

[@reinierweerts6923]

So... old girls is where it's at then?

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Reinier - yes that’s right, they know how to treat a guy! 😉

[@ajaafpoafwrpqqdb7282]

Wow!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Cheers for watching!

[@lorisdp8917]

Questo è amore!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Si! 😍

[@porsche356a]

Chris just sold my GTV V6 to concentrate on my Porsche 356 but still have a spider twin spark and a 156 Busso. Another youtuber hubnut recently uploaded a review of my car here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qXmmpoyEiqx0rLM to be honest it wasn’t the greatest day for his test.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi mate, yes I watch Hubnut - he’s been around a lot longer than me! 😉 I’ll take a look.

[@highlandutilities]

You must have spent an absolute fortune on this rebuild... Engine beginning to look immense

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Kenneth, not really - I did most of the work myself and Gary makes 916 spares! 😉 he’s a useful man to share a unit with. 👍🏻

[@francocampanella7533]

Hi Chris, any luck with a Fiat 124 sports coupe test please?

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Franco - not yet I'm afraid - I need to find someone who owns one first - they are not very common!

[@MikeyMichaelton]

You've done a fantastic job on that engine, it looks gorgeous. A shame she wouldn't start but i'm sure it wont be long until she does.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Mikey - thanks a lot, I'm sure it will be something simple (He said optimistically)

[@alfa156c]

was habt Ihr am MOTOR aufgebohrt ?? so lange mußte Ich nie nudeln , bis der neu aufgebaute Motor zündet . Aber gut , Ihr habt den Wagen oder motor ja nicht zerlegt , da waren ja schon vorher andere dran , die ihn dann verkauften . Was ist das für eine Flüssigkeit , die ausgetreten ist ? Wurder gleich zahnriemen , wasserpumpe , umlengrollen und Rollen und nebenriemen erneuert ? Ansonsten, wenn der Kopf schon geplant wurde , dies nicht zu tun und zu erneuern , wäre unklug . Ihr habt den Motor doch per hand durchgedreht, sonst hättet Ihr den Zahnriemen ja nicht einstellen können (steuerzeiten) ; also ÖL wird es nicht gewesen sein , was auslief , sondern eher Kühlflüssigkeit , oder ? Vielleicht die Simmerringe vom Verbindungsrohr , welches zwiswchen den beiden zylinderbänken liegt , dicht am Motorblock oder ein Schlauch war nicht fest . Was war es ? Wie gesagt , der Motor hätte längst zünden müssen , nach der langen starterei ! Ehrlich , was sollte das RUMGEBOHRE oder aufbohren ?

[@alfa156c]

meine alfas sind fehlerfrei - also frag ruhig , wenn du nicht weiter weißt . fehlerfrei ist nicht ganz richtig , mein 2ter Alfa hat einen kriechstrom der die baterie in 3tagen leer macht , indem das hintere rücklicht leicht glimmt - die lichtersteuerung ist im Drehzahlmesser und dadurch leicht zu beheben . bisher nehm Ich die sicherung immer raus , bis Ich einen Drehzahlmesser gekauft habe . Aber um sie Fehlerfrei zu kriegen , darum geht es ja und da hatte Ich viel zu tun und kenne daher fast alles - Habe meine alfas zerlegt und neu aufgebaut und so gemacht , wie es ab Werk eigentlich gehört hätte , aber aus Preisleistungs Gründen nicht verbaut wurde . also frage ruhig , zum Motor , was soll Ich sagen , kenn Ich in und auswendig - habe mir sogar Köpfe in Reserve gekauft , meine Alten köpfe geplant und neu aufgebaut und dann eingepackt und weggelegt , bis Ich sie mal brauche ! Am meinen Motoren ist luftsammler , 6x Ansaugröhrchen aus carbon - selbst gefertigt ..... ich habe ein Bild online, wo man es sehen kann . www.myownmusic.de/account/songs/ ich habe es als cover für unfertige entwürfe -

[@TheAlfaNut]

I forgot to fit the oil filter! 😂 I was drilling out a thread on the cam cover which had stripped, to fit a helicoil. The reason why the engine didn’t start right away was because the fuel pump relay was not connected. 🙄🥴

[@andysykes9139]

I don't suppose you have a spare cf3 ecu for my busso by any chance? I've tried gtv City etc to no avail.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Andy, sorry mate I’m afraid not. I’m about to fit decatted manifolds to my Spider to avoid future ecu and head gasket problems due to heat soak. What happened to yours? Have you tried Squadra in the Netherlands? They do remapping of busso ecu’s, they might be able to help.

[@andysykes9139]

@@TheAlfaNut no ive not tried them yet. I gave the ecu to a friend that fixes pc's for a living. He opened it up and accidentally shoved the driver through five wires! He says they're sonically welded and won't accept any solder. (Two chips were also shaken loose btw, and that's why my car wont start) . He's tried all of his contacts to get it repaired and have come back with nothing. I guess it's worth a try contacting these guys?

[@TheAlfaNut]

What a nightmare! I hope your friend feels guilty 🤨. I don’t know who could repair it I’m afraid but I think that I would also try all 3 branches of Autolusso and yes Squadra are deffo worth asking. Good luck mate, let me know how you get on.

[@stonesyyt2233]

Hope you’re doing ok! Would love to see some new videos soon as I love the channel, also would love to see the GTV running!

[@alfamale5065]

In a world of plastic engine covers and dull black, the alfa romeo V6 with its red and chrome goodness is without doubt the best looking modern engine ever produced 👌she will give you that fizzing in your unmentionables again one day squire 👍🇮🇹

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Ben, thanks for watching! Yes - she’d better or there will be trouble! 😄

[@mrstandfast2212]

( With apologies to John Keats ) La Belle Dame, sans Merci. "What can ail thee, knight-at-arms, Alone and palely loitering?" She's Italian mate, and will never fully love you. You're just to Anglo Saxon. She will eventually leave you for someone else, despite all you've done for her and all you've spent. I know you don't want to hear it, but take it from me, I've been there. Even worse I got another one and she's just the same. Anyway, don't give us all the 'she's just playing hard to get' routine, we've all seen your other belles. You're not exactly knightly fidelity writ large are you?

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Stephen, yes you're quite right of course - think I'll try dropping the lovelorn suitor routine and start bullying her instead. Treat 'em mean... etc. Thanks for watching.

[@bikesmusic5380]

When is the new vid coming? Nice merch there too!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Still work in progress mate - been so hard to find any spare time recently. Hopefully this coming weekend 👍🏻

[@TheAlfaNut]

PS nobody buying merch - its too expensive! 🤣

[@sylv1du71]

I was about to cry... Can't wait to see the next épisode!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thanks for watching mate, I think cars can have personalities and this one is very shy! 😄

[@sylv1du71]

@@TheAlfaNut i think too! This gtv is like a shy diva, she is afraid to be on stage but she can sing opera... my 156 2.4 jtd is like a lumberjack, strong and reliable ! Even if it need massages sometimes...lol

[@TheAlfaNut]

The 2.4 is a beefcake of an engine! 😁

[@waynemc3100]

What a lovely little fairy tale Chris, except for the not-so-fairytale ending. Keep persisting and you will rescue that bella damsel in distress...sooner or later.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thanks Wayne - yes it's been a long road but the light is showing at the end of the tunnel now!

[@henryhol8538]

Awesome story! Its Herbie's Italian cousin. Looking forward to the Hollywood ending!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Henry, well she’s a stubborn old bird thats for sure! I will get her started I promise 👍🏻

[@estebansouki7203]

Nice video! I am currently looking for a GTV as well. Thinking about buying the 2.0 turbo v6. I can't seem to find much information about that engine in terms of reliability... if there are any common issues.. and also a bit of tuning potential! Any advice? Thanks in advance

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Esteban, thanks for watching. Good luck finding a good GTV - the turbo is a rare car now but will be worth a lot of money soon! Turbo cars are easy to remap and get more power from, just make sure you upgrade the intercooler and spark plugs etc. to match. 👍🏻

[@estebansouki7203]

@@TheAlfaNut Thanks a lot for the info!! Keep up the good work!!

[@jarilahtinen3249]

What a beauty! Alla the best..Spiderman from Finland.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Jari, thanks for watching!

[@MW-gi1tr]

Dude.....I’m a wreck now.....seems like an oil filter issue? In any event, I suspect it’s something minor. I have to go hug my Giulia QV now.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yes indeed it was - the previous owner took off the filter and didnt replace it with a new one! 🙄

[@fluke9]

@@TheAlfaNut So you can be glad that it did not fire up! Otherwise you would have wrecked the rod or main bearings in like 5 seconds of it running, besides pushing out all oil in even less time...

[@fanalysis277]

Looking to buy a 159 found your channel today subscribed. Your doing.a great job.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hey Drew, thanks so much for watching and subscribing. I’m hoping to upload a new video soon - keep checking in. 👍🏻

[@fanalysis277]

@@TheAlfaNut You have also brought the GT to my attention now.

[@steyningowl]

Thanks for posting. Hopefully she’ll be ready soon

[@TheAlfaNut]

Fingers crossed! I need to do some more testing and fiddling obviously 🙄

[@Rob-oi9mf]

That V6 looks fantastic,hopefully you”ll get that slight seepage sorted out and will be able to hear her sing pretty soon.Good luck.

[@johnmanser8487]

Slight sèepage 😂🤣

[@TheAlfaNut]

Haha yes - it was a bit more than a slight seepage Rob - it was the entire contents of the sump! There was no oil filter fitted and I hadn't checked.

[@OggyGTA]

Oops :)

[@pedromoronta5025]

Alfa Romeo is the brand that you fall in love forever

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thanks for watching Pedro - I agree!

[@lupoalberto8384]

Riuscirà la principessa a tornare ai fasti di un tempo? Ne sapremo di più nelle prossime puntate.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Grazie per aver guardato Lupo - la mia intenzione è di riportarla alle condizioni di fabbrica (con alcune lievi differenze nel colore del motore!)

[@lupoalberto8384]

Ci riuscirai, ne sono sicuro al 100%. Buon lavoro!

[@jmfjcas6014]

Glad you try to saved this beaut !.It's worth it. Cheers mate !

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thanks for watching - it will start soon! 👍🏻

[@leonardolupini3484]

Gorgeous car, especially in V6

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Leonardo - thanks for watching :0)

[@leonardolupini3484]

@@TheAlfaNut I really love your channel. Keep 'em coming....

[@TheAlfaNut]

@@leonardolupini3484 Thanks a lot Leonardo - I'm trying to make more videos each month but I have high standards and I don't like to put anything out until I'm happy with it!

[@ryancolfer872]

Jesus , what happened there Chris?.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Previous owner removed the oil filter & didnt replace it! 😁. What a tit! Me too for not checking I guess?

[@milan5159]

Sick bro 🤩 5months untill i turn 18, and hopefully get my first car a 159

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi mate, thanks for watching - hope you enjoy your 159! First car is always special...😍

[@milan5159]

@@TheAlfaNut hi :) yess cant wait until the next video of this gtv :)

[@lmde2028]

This is so amazing!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thanks for watching - there will be a follow up! 😉

[@miquo1]

If you find one more , buy it for me !:)

[@TheAlfaNut]

Haha - there are still a few out there to buy for peanuts. I saw a 1998 GTV V6 in great nick today for £2,950!

[@AlfaGrale]

Jezus! Awesome job Chris. I hope you get to start her soon. You won’t going to believe this. I have almost a same story with a GTV V6 that I found abandoned in Cyprus. First owner from UK, brought it to Cyprus somewhere aroung 2007. She was immobilized in a yard in 2010 and I found her by luck and bought her in 2015. Luckily she didn’t want much job to get back on the road. Cambelts, suspension bushes, clutch and few other bits and pieces and she was ready. Used her for daily use for the next two years. It’s an AMAZING CAR!!! I really wish you get to enjoy yours soon mate

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi mate, really? There must be plenty of nice cars which people leave to rot just because they need a clutch or something small? I think these owners think they will fix it when they have some spare money but we know that money is only available if you make it so! She will be running soon 👍🏻

[@BeardedAlfista]

Wow!!! Great job

[@TheAlfaNut]

Many thanks for watching mate 👍🏻

[@borislazarov8475]

Magnificent job!! I have myself a 156 2.0 TS selespeed and love it. Just finished replacing the thermostat, spark plugs and all the filters and now it’s running so well. Maybe you can tell when the shock absorbers are due to replace. It’s only had 91,000 km and I have for 20 years! Cheers from France. Great videos!!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Merci Boris! I have a 156 also and I love it! I am making a 156 “hacks” video right now! I think you should probably fit new suspension after 20 years! You will notice a big difference. My car is a 1998 and it has replacement shocks and springs - Koni yellows. The handling is super now. 🙂

[@fazal7278]

Respect to you sir! I'm an Alfa Nut too and wish to save the unfortunate and abandoned Alfas if I had the time to do it. Love your videos and like I spread the love for Alfas, I'm getting more Alfa Nuts watch your videos.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Fazal - thank you for watching and commenting. I appreciate your help in spreading the word! Regards Chris

[@fluke9]

Besides you can be glad it didnt fire up because of the missing filter. Small trick: Turn ignition off and on 5-10 times before you try to start the engine to prime the fuel system, the fuelpump will run for 1-2 seconds each time you turn on the key.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yeah true. I need to check the fuel pump actually as the car has been standing for several years. It is working though as its delivering fuel but need to test the pressure.

[@marko3296]

She is pretty good looking but since i am married to GT , cant really call her a Princess :)

[@TheAlfaNut]

Haha, yeah be careful! My Wife told me that there’s no harm in looking at other menus, as long as you always come home to eat! 😉

[@Alfapash]

What was that all over the floor , it didn't look a good colour. Engine look fab though.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Engine oil - it was 100% fresh but obviously had mixed with the dirty old oil remaining while circulating, before exiting where the oil filter should have been fitted! 🙄

[@malcolmhardwick4258]

I thought she had her period and couldnt go out !

[@TheAlfaNut]

Women! 🙄

[@armincekric7621]

Tell us please how much it gonna cost you to make it work again.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Armin - do you mean the complete cost of everything I have done to the car?

[@armincekric7621]

@@TheAlfaNut Yes that would be great to know

[@TheAlfaNut]

@@armincekric7621 so far I have spent about £1200 on the engine but that is doing 90% of the work myself and my friend Gary makes new parts for the 916, so I have saved a LOT of money because of him! I have also spent another £1000 on things like new wheels and exhaust etc. 💰💰

[@armincekric7621]

@@TheAlfaNut wow man you really love that car, that is lot of money. Thank you for sharing this information, looking forward for your new videos!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Haha yeah, restoring Alfas isnt cheap! I still have more to do and more money to spend before she is finished.

[@stephgfu]

Hey! So sorry it didn't start at frist attempt ;( Thanks for your channel ;) I had an Alfa 146 as my first car and i fell in love with Alfas :) Currently i can't afford to change my car ( i got a rover 75 and boy, this one is money consuming!) but i'm looking forward to get a red Alfa GT or black 147 ;) thx for sharing these moments with us! I'd love to do what you do but buying a used car in my country is a real pain in the .... :D You can't possibly find anything worth buying older than 5 years.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Sheeva - thanks for watching. Which country are you in?

[@stephgfu]

@@TheAlfaNut Poland ;) tons of german car everywhere 😂

[@TheAlfaNut]

There are too many here too! 😄

[@dekio9245]

Was there a problem at the oil filter or why did it leaked out so much oil?

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi mate - yes there was a problem with the oil filter: The previous owner removed it! It was the only thing I didn't check before I started the car. I filled her with fresh oil but I thought as I would change the oil soon after restarting the engine, that I would leave the old filter in place until I changed it again. When I got underneath, there was nothing there! No damage done. :0)

[@kldiet]

Who failed to tighten the new oil filter? Off with his head !!! Fantastic video. Keep safe. Thanks mate.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Haha - there was NO oil filter! The previous owner must have removed it and not fitted a new one. My fault for not checking it.

[@timhancock6626]

Anybody who has not done a filter change on a V6 Alfa without a hoist is not qualified to comment. It's not easy, but its easy not to get the filter tight enough. Ask me how I know .....

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Tim, yes true enough - I had to slide myself underneath and thread my arm up through the halfshafts to fit a new one on! No lift, just some axle stands! 😄

[@petrolpower96]

Massive congrats! Epic story, had me in tears 🤣 Saving a 916 Busso is something we all would do, one of the best cars Alfa made, with the best V6 ever made. Might get my hands on a mint GT JTD this week myself. Keep up the content, love your channel to bits :)

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi mate, thanks a lot for watching! Hope your GT turns out to be keeper. ;0)

[@petrolpower96]

The Alfa Nut 1.9 JTD. Tan leather, Black metallic with probably every kit except for the Q2 diff (might get it retrofitted though) I’ve had a 156, and can’t get over how well that platform handles. A GT was preferred over a Brera. Sure the Brera is the one I want, but the 2.2 doesn’t match the GT sadly. Would be another story if it was a 2.4 though 😅

[@TheAlfaNut]

@@petrolpower96 sounds good - its nice when someone else has fitted all the extras before you buy a car! 😉. I’m currently making a 156 video so watch out for that. 👍🏻

[@nicklowe536]

I love the red interior. I had a Ph1 GTV black with red leather I regret selling her

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Nick, sounds lovely - thats the same colour combo as my Spider, my fave! Is your GTV still on the road?

[@nicklowe536]

Yes it's showing as MoTed the chap that bought it fixed the drop window and sorted out the sticky plastic

[@TheAlfaNut]

We all have cars we wish we hadn’t sold...😢

[@steverichmond3903]

Chris, that engine looks amazing mate! wouldn't worry about the Princess leaking a drop or two of oil, they all do that! Can't wait for the next instalment.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Steve - was a bit more than a drop! Some pillock (former owner, not me) had removed the oil filter and not replaced it! 5.9 litres of fresh oil on the garage floor. :0( It was pretty much the only thing I hadn't checked.

[@steverichmond3903]

@@TheAlfaNut my money was on the oil cooler had a pipe off! still aside from the cost of the oil it's an easy fix.

[@TheAlfaNut]

@@steverichmond3903 Yep, I shimmied underneath and spun a new filter on and she's oil tight now!

[@slartibartfast1062]

She appears to have stage fright... great video Chris..

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yes, she got scared and did a small wee!

[@chrisrichmond403]

She got so nervous at her starting debut she shat herself lol Give her some Imodium that will help her 😉 Even I was getting a bit emotional especially thinking about my old 156 JTS , Even tho she was ill and needed many joints replaced and all belts, pulleys etc etc and had a collapsed rear suspension she still started first turn of the key & was able to be driven to the truck to take her to Alfa heaven. Still got some bits off her before she left like the whole jack / tool kit, books etc locking wheel nuts , Reg Plates.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Haha - previous owner had taken off the oil filter and not put another one on! 🙄.

[@chrisrichmond403]

The Alfa Nut Unbelievable really , Why take one off and not put one back on ??

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yes good question! Another question would be why fit a timing block backwards while changing the belt and cock up the valves?? 🤣. The previous owner was a bit “special”

[@chrisrichmond403]

The Alfa Nut WTF Chris that is unbelievable.. Poor V6 , I could think of a more rude name for who did both of the above than “special”

[@powerbussov6602]

i love you story

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thanks for watching Leone - do you have an Alfa?

[@powerbussov6602]

@@TheAlfaNut yes i do alfa 156 2.0 16 v 1999

[@powerbussov6602]

do u have facebook i will sand pics

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yes - the alfa nut. 👍🏻

[@powerbussov6602]

facebook.com/leon.zammit.3133/

[@Negativvv]

Ah if I only had the time and space to have a project Busso... The duct taped flexihose is the classical signs of a neglected Alfa! Thought about doing a video on the Giulietta QV? As that'll likely be my next car...

[@TheAlfaNut]

Yeah, I managed to track down one of the last brand new factory flexihoses to fit. Cost 200 quid! Parts for a ph1 GTV are hard to find now. Yes actually I do want to feature the Giulietta QV and also the Mito.

[@Negativvv]

The flexihose thing was a pretty big weakness. Didn't realise they went in GTV as well, is there a silicon replacement like for the 156? I'd assume so... Sort of bad how Alfa Romeo don't seem to produce comprehensive spares, like how GTA ECU are almost non existent already. Mildly worried my ECU will cook one day as my engine is CF3 but the GTA ECU are meant to be that bit weaker and less common than the others.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Thats why I’m fitting heat wrapped manifolds to my cf3 Spider - to look after the rear cylinder head gasket & ecu 👍🏻

[@Negativvv]

There are folk who have relocated the ECU elsewhere but that's quite a bit of work. Would wrapping the cats even help? Might run the risk of cooking them possibly. The rear bank is a bit of a worry yes as I've read if the HG goes it'll be the one near the bulkhead. Although the way I drive and the roads I go on don't overly stress the engine. Guessing the GTV operating temperature is similar to the 156? As in driving at moderate speeds on a light throttle will only take the water temp up to about 1/3rd of the way up the gauge. Harder driving or traffic takes it up to about half way before the electric fans kick in?

[@TheAlfaNut]

The replacement stainless manifolds I’m fitting don’t have cats - thats the whole point of fitting them. They are similar to cf2 manifolds. Once wrapped the underbonnet heat will be greatly reduced.

[@leelees69]

Your best vid so far Chris, loved it!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hiya cuz, thanks for watching! The “sister” car I mentioned is owned by a guy in NSW - although his is immaculate & low miles! You ok?

[@leelees69]

@@TheAlfaNut all good here, life's good

[@TheAlfaNut]

Glad to hear it, it’ll be Springtime for you guys soon! Keep an eye out for a Sprint for me mate? I might be in the market 😉

[@leelees69]

@@TheAlfaNut will do

[@muleyjulemuleyjule2899]

Yikes!

[@TheAlfaNut]

Don’t worry - I’ll bully her into starting up! 😉

[@martinmentor]

great story great engine

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Martin, thanks for watching! Are you an Alfa owner?

[@martinmentor]

@@TheAlfaNut no sadly not. have had them in the past

[@TheAlfaNut]

Good stuff, everyone should have at least one! 🙂

[@peterf46]

Ok, I subscribed! Oh, I pick up up giulia veloce in 10 days! You need to do more videos.

[@TheAlfaNut]

Hi Peter, thanks for watching and you’ll love the Veloce - what a great car and so lovely to drive. Might even be my next daily driver. Its a bit difficult finding enough time to film and edit at the moment - I have to work for a living too! 😉

[@peterf46]

Yeah, work can get in the way of driving. Got to admit, the Giulia Veloce is amazing to look at and drive. I’ve gone for a creamy brown leather interior and red paint. Just awesome. I owned a 1997 GTV for about 8 years and the only issue was a leaky clutch hydraulic cylinder. Takes about an hour to replace, it’s under the battery. Otherwise, ultra-reliable car!