Hydraulic reservoir lines

Last week, the clutch line started leaking around the reservoir. After some poking around, we found the small rubber hose (48 years old!) had perished and cracked. The rubber brake line did not look good either.

These small rubber hoses are no longer available, so we made new connections with high-test braided fuel injection line and o-clamps. This fix worked like a charm.

We also washed and scrubbed the areas around the reservoir and lines. If left alone, this stuff will strip the the paint!

Back on the road.

Sump guard powder-coated

A few weeks ago, I sent the sump guard off for powder coating (Sahara Gold). It's back and looking good.

On the car:

Another new steering wheel

Momo Prototipo on:

New fuel sender

After a short amount of driving, the fuel gauge stopped working. We reversed the wires and saw the gauge was moving, so the fuel sender had a problem.

Removing the old unit was a chore. The screws were corroded, so we had to use an impact driver to get them out. 

The new Jaeger unit from Classic Alfa (http://classicalfa.com/products.php?product=FL001-FUEL-TANK-SENDER-%28JAEGER%29-%252d-1300%252d1750-CARS) went in easily. 

Another job done!

Rear bumper on

You may recall from an earlier post that the original bumper was damaged beyond repair. I spent days scouring the Internet for a replacement and found these parts are really hard to find! I eventually found one with a lot of 'patina' (dents).

Sides and clips still to come...

New starter motor

The original starter motor gave up, so we've installed a new light-weight starter from Classic Alfa.

Ignition timing info