Alfa Romeo 164 Register.com

A long read, but interesting info! I may have lost the overview a bit, but when replacing the engine(s) I guess you also had new/other waterpump thermostat and other ancillaries? Same transmission? New/other radiator? If some of this was replaced, I would rule out those being the main cause of the p...

Sounds to me like an airleak, which has increased over time... Maybe combined with an electrical issue, when it occurs.

I don't have anything more specific, but I guess the suggestions in similar situations of trying to spray something (non-flammable) around the hoses might be a place to start.

Found on AlfaBB - maybe of interest for people on this forum...

https://www.alfabb.com/threads/alfa-155 ... st-8929652

Bellissima

I think it would like to see some snow at some point, though - the fun factor is great

That is looking really good!

The original one in my Q4 is still looking good (I think), but I will see if something should be done to it, when it is time to put it back in....

I don't know, but I think it will be difficult to find, unless they have an armoured version, where the springs are stronger for the extra weight.

I don't know if they are different between 12V & 24V, but maybe you can find info on alfabb regarding this...

That is an interesting find! No idea what would cause such a situation in that system...

I don't know much about the 2L version, but I guess a place to look is at the throttle linkage to the plenum - maybe it has become a bit 'sticky' over time?

Good find, thanks for sharing

So started to take the engine apart. By handturning the engine, I got 5 - 6 bar on each cylinder, so happy with that. Taking the top apart has mainly shown a good state of the parts, which I am happy about - and also expected to some point :) A little bit of marks on one of the cams, will have to lo...

I have attached a zip file here, containing 2 different versions, depending on if you need to use a 90deg setup, as I did.

Yes, as I have mentioned on a few occasions, Nagengast have done a great job on the adjustable shocks on my Q4 and 8.32, and steering racks for both, as well.

I have also ordered and received new ones, so that it is ready when the car is put back together

Not really much Q4 specific up to this point, but will be later. And good to have you back on the forum

Yes, a Q4 meetup would be a great idea, some day it should be possible

It was good of the designer of the car to answer you

I have not looked into this, so hope that someone can give input to this.

I don't recall the number, but am quite sure that it is different because of the 4WD.

It is a however a good price for your unit

I am in for contacting them, if you find a way.

Have you considered rebuilding the original ones or are they rusted away?

Maybe this link works:
https://augustin-group.com/carpart/susp ... k-absorber

Do you have part numbers?

I saw earlier this week on FB that Ed has more Q4's, so might be worth contacting him again.

If you believe it is the pump unit, I would suggest to have an expert look at it.

Otherwise Ed Alfist is my best suggestion for a spare unit.

The 164 was a solidly made car in so many ways, something Marchionne never really did understand... Last weekend I got the windscreen out (it was cracked) and got the chrome lists of in good shape. I have new screen and lists. Also the rear screen was removed, but that ended up in a lot of pieces an...

So I have taken the bumpers apart - so many rivets in these, but after 30 years and 550kkm I can only conclude that they are well made :) Also the inner roof is now out, as I want to remove the front and rear windshields next weekend, so that it is prepared for rust work, which will hopefully start ...

I can see I replied in the old thread

https://www.alfaromeo164register.com/vi ... f=2&t=2039

This links to another thread with the details of how it was found that checking the ABS fuse is a good idea, before getting other ideas....