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#21

939 Series (159, Brera and Brera Spider) / Re: New Fuel pump for 3.2 Brer...

Last post by bazzbazz - March 21, 2025, 08:01:13 AM

"A good place to start" and referencing a thread online makes alarm bells go off in my head.

May I suggest before purchasing a new in tank pump you first confirm your "Alfa guy" has done a diagnostic on the car and measured both the pressure from the in tank pump is a constant 5-6 Bar and the pressure from the High Pressure Pump (Fuel Pressure Measured) consistently follows the pressure that the engine requires (Fuel Pressure Calculated) while the engine is being run/driven (between 6 & 120 Bar). This should confirm where the issue lies.

However, if both check out then start with the in tank pump.

As mentioned before, not saying it's not the in tank pump, but better to make sure first, if possible.

#22

939 Series (159, Brera and Brera Spider) / Re: New Fuel pump for 3.2 Brer...

Last post by Mark Carlton - March 19, 2025, 06:03:13 PM

Thanks for the follow up Bazzbazz. Yes my alfa guy thinks this is a good place to start. And particularly considering the following forum thread where it seems many others have had very similar issues:

https://www.alfaowner.com/threads/brera-fuel-pump-filter-faliure.355828/

#23

Buy/Swap/Sell [Announce ONLY] / WTB - 1750 105 Gearbox Bellhou...

Last post by Chatchops - March 19, 2025, 02:29:31 PM

Looking for the metal spacer that goes between gearbox and engine for 1750 Nord engine. I know can get new from Classic Alfa or Alfaholics, but hoping someone has one available and ideally located in Melbourne metro / Morn Peninsula general area.

WARNING: I was contacted via a PM by someone called Gregory (joined forum on 20 March 2025 and has zero in way of bio etc) to reach out to a Bob Holthaus via email address of bobholthaus88@gmail.com.
The email discussion all looked legit and was asked to send funds via paypal to his son at Ewiwilemdestiny@gmail.com, again didn't raise any alarm bells until the funds left as Canadian Dollars and as was Family and Friends the transfer was non recoverable.
Its now been days and no comms from either or any of the above so my recommendation is do not deal with any requests to these addresses or individuals as it strikes me this is a scam.
Finally always do the transfer as Good / Services - and at least have protection even though might cost a little more.
I will now buy same item from Classic Alfa with my next order - lesson learnt

#24

932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / Re: HELP - Wiring a complete G...

Last post by Colin Edwards - March 19, 2025, 01:50:06 PM

Hi Tess,
Bummer about the rodents!

If you are in Melbourne, try https://www.motorsportelectrics.com.au/
They manufactured a complete Formula Ford loom for me.
Their work is excellent; however customer service can be "inconsistent".

Colin

#25

932 Series (156, GTV, Spider, 147, GT, and 166) / HELP - Wiring a complete GTV 2...

Last post by Tessb90 - March 18, 2025, 09:43:50 PM

Aside from "don't", does anyone have any advice for me?

I can't afford to pay $1000aud+ for the complete harness and spark plug leads from a second hand dealer.

It's been sitting there for three years now while I've been sick, and I really miss my car.

Rodents decided to use the crossover point of the entire engine electrical system as scaffolding during torrential rain a few years back.

The connectors are still there. I've got the entire 900+ page workshop manual with all of the additions in PDF format.

Most of the wiring has just enough left at the ends to be able to run the obvious coloured wires (although I'm not going to solely rely on those being correct).

From what I can tell most of the wiring used seems to be 22awg. I can replace any connections that need it without too much fuss.

It's been my car since I turned 18. I'm now 35, and I can't imagine ever driving anything else.

I don't know what I'm looking for in the way of help exactly.

Maybe recommendations for sourcing reliable supplies.

Maybe reading material suggestions?

Perhaps stupidly obvious things that I need to look out for while attempting to learn auto electrical on the fly (aside from disconnect the battery, I've got that much at least).

I have time to prepare everything, so I'm not going to rush it. I'm going to check everything is good as I go. Just thought that I'd ask if anyone had any good advice.

#26

939 Series (159, Brera and Brera Spider) / Re: New Fuel pump for 3.2 Brer...

Last post by bazzbazz - March 18, 2025, 08:55:12 PM

Ahhhhh, have you had the problem checked by an alfa specialist yet?

What makes you think the fuel starvation issue is being caused by the in tank fuel pump? I'm not saying it isn't the in tank pump, but fuel starvation can also be caused by a problem with the fuel pressure regulator or the high pressure fuel pump mounted on the engine.

#27

939 Series (159, Brera and Brera Spider) / Re: New Fuel pump for 3.2 Brer...

Last post by Mark Carlton - March 18, 2025, 07:03:31 PM

Thanks guys, next week I will fit a new pump and see if it does away with the intermittent "fuel starvation" symptoms...

#28

939 Series (159, Brera and Brera Spider) / Re: New Fuel pump for 3.2 Brer...

Last post by bazzbazz - March 17, 2025, 06:34:32 PM

Unfortunately it's just not worth trying to repair/refurbish the fuel pumps in these, as the biggest problem with them is the plastic crown fracturing due to stress & old age.

You could also give Italian Automotive Spares in Melbourne a call.

#29

General Discussion / Black 164 QV

Last post by ALFA 156 02 - March 17, 2025, 05:53:48 PM

Hi all searching for a Black 164 QV if there are any around

Thanks, Gino

#30

939 Series (159, Brera and Brera Spider) / Re: New Fuel pump for 3.2 Brer...

Last post by Mark Carlton - March 17, 2025, 02:47:44 PM

Thanks for those tips!