Time to come clean

[catswhiskers]

Well probably the worst kept secret on here but here's what arrived today, together with the engine I've been rebuilding during the last month or so.
Another Lister Bell to add to the ongoing numbers.
So, here goes with Build number 3. That will be one of each.
Mick.
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[The Slug]

Nice one Mick, looks like that previous 8 month build of yours has a challenger....

Some interesting additions from mine.

[catswhiskers]

Ian, I think the next few days will be spent unpacking and working out what goes where before I even lift a spanner. Still I'm in no rush this time although I hope it won't take 8 months.:o
Mick

[Jeff]

It cannot have been that badly kept Mick, I knew nothing about it (so what's new about that then?). Good to see another one in the making.

[ProtoTipo]

Well probably the worst kept secret on here but here's what arrived today,
Mick.

Well I never told anyone!

Nearly one of each Mick, but I guess an Allora is a long shot, unless your name is 'Enzo'?

[catswhiskers]

Yes Chris,
I think I'll just convince myself that the Allora was before my time so doesn't count.:rolleyes:

Mick

[ducatiman]

Well done Mick.............

[Steve C]

Nice one Mick. Will watch your build reports, and comparison to previous builds, with interest...

[red5]

Looks great. I'll certainly be watching how you get on with the build, see if I can pick up some tips for when I get mine.
Is that a 3.0 or 2.5?

[catswhiskers]

It's the 2,5 unit with the 6 speed box. More than enough for the way I drive.:o
How long before you expect to see your kit?

Mick.

[ProtoTipo]

It's the 2,5 unit with the 6 speed box. More than enough for the way I drive.:o
Mick.

It'll fly Mick.
I get the feeling the 2.5 24v is under rated, and it shouldn't be.

[catswhiskers]

Agreed Chris,
When I drove the Alfa before it was stripped, it was pretty quick. With half the weight to pull it should be fun to say the least.

Mick

[Bernard]

2.5 should be plenty Mick, plus it will be less "sluggish" than the 3000 12V....... It still has 190bhp in standard trim, so a nice exhaust and a decent air filter will easily take it over 200....

Colour scheme...... Another yellow one with white wheels ???

[catswhiskers]

Colour scheme...... Another yellow one with white wheels ???

I'm obviously getting too predictable aren't I.

Mick

[Bernard]

I'm obviously getting too predictable aren't I.

Mick

Just like me with white and pale blue chequered flag !!

[red5]

It's the 2,5 unit with the 6 speed box. More than enough for the way I drive.:o
How long before you expect to see your kit?

Mick.

Looking like it will be Jan/Feb next year, only put my deposit down a couple of weeks back. Looks like there is a few midlands owners/builders so not far to go for advice!

What have you done to the engine? I've just got mine out of my donor, planning on changing timing belt, new water pump etc + may look at changing head gaskets, I have plenty of time.

[catswhiskers]

Hi Nick,
I did a compression test before I did anything to the engine. Found that 2 cylinders were a bit low (one on each bank) so decided to remove heads. It was clear that head gasket was leaking on the 2 suspect cylinders so had the heads skimmed and re seated the valves etc. New water pump with metal impeller (that's a no brainer) and then new cam belt, tensioner and idlers. Cam timing was much easier than I expected, especially with the cam setting blocks. Back together now all rotating and seems fine ready for installation in the near future.
Oh and of course a new GTA clutch too.
When I get into the build properly, you're welcome to come up and have a look. I'll post updates in the Lister Bell section at various stages.
Cheers,
Mick

[red5]

When I get into the build properly, you're welcome to come up and have a look. I'll post updates in the Lister Bell section at various stages.
Cheers,
Mick

Thanks for the offer, I'll certainly be over to take a look once you start... Think I'll be doing similar with my engine, problem is knowing how far to go and when to say stop!!
Cheers Nick

[turbonutter]

If you drove the car the engine came from for a decent few miles & it was OK, and a compression test was ok, then you could just change the belts, water pump and Plugs etc.
If you are going to go as far as head gaskets, then you may as well go for a full rebuild, with new bearings gaskets, rings skimmed head honed liners, ground valves etc...
or as an intermediate just do the heads....

Myself I would always do the full rebuild unless its a very low milage engine.....

[Swamprat33]

Hi Mick, Pleased to see you are hard at work on number 3.
I've not been on here for bl**dy ages and have missed out on a lot.

I have been up to see Craig at LB a couple of times this month and have spotted some yellow body panels almost ready for delivery to you.

Take care and i hope to see you soon.

Cheers
Tim