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My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Thu Oct 20, 2022 7:16 pm
by Timw1114
Just bought my fourth 164 cloverleaf and my second 12v. Can't seem to be without one.
This is a project car and needed saving and I couldn't resist. It has a blown engine so if anyone can steer me in the direction of a 12v cloverleaf engine I'd be very grateful.
I fell in love with these cars when I borrowed my brothers and was blown away with the engaging way it drove, that magnificent engine and sheer Alfaness of it all.
I look forward to getting her back up and running and listening to a 12v busso at full song.
Tim

Re: My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Tue Oct 25, 2022 10:27 am
by Alfan
Welcome to the site and congratulations on yet another 164 👍

We always like to see photos of the cars, also updates on the progress of the projects 😊

Re: My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Tue Nov 08, 2022 9:31 pm
by Timw1114
Engine and box being removed
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Re: My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Wed Nov 16, 2022 3:32 pm
by Alfan
Looks good, from a distance at least. And yes, you get addicted when you have enjoyed how good they really drive 🍀😊

Re: My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Sat Nov 19, 2022 5:48 pm
by 164EVER
Hello and welcome
yes the Busso 3.0L V6 is a marvel mine is a 1988 only 190 CV but there is really nothing that can give you such a smile when driving. :D :D :D

Do you still own the four ?

Re: My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Fri Dec 23, 2022 9:46 pm
by Timw1114
Hi
Engine stripped and found 2 big ends gone so in for a regrind in the new year. The bores appear remarkably good but not sure whether to rering the pistons or not. I shall rebuild the cylinder heads anyway and if I can get a set of cams but funds may not allow.
I only have one 164. The first one I had H465JLA went to a specialist breakers due to rust 20 odd years ago when they were worthless 2nd and 3rd both 24v sold on, the second back to it's previous owner!
I'm looking for a bonnet by the way if anyone knows of a sound one?
Many thanks and merry Christmas

Re: My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Fri Dec 30, 2022 7:26 pm
by 164EVER
Maybe a gift coming :D Best mishes

Re: My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Sun May 28, 2023 7:52 pm
by Timw1114
Quick update.
Engine rebuilt and original gearbox rebuilt as well. Subframe out and painted. Now to put it back together.
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Re: My fourth 164 cloverleaf

Posted: Thu Jun 01, 2023 10:04 am
by Alfan
Great to see good progress 8)

Did you find more things to fix, while you were at it? And if you have photos of the rebuild, please share :)