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Induction systems	30 Jun 2006 06:48 GMT	4
OK, it's like this Went to change the air filter on my '98 156 only to find that (like all the series ones) the fixings on the air box were utterly FUBAR. Some PO had molished some screws in to hold the 'cap' on, but getting them out
156 Radiator Fan Unit - thermostat built in?	29 Jun 2006 20:55 GMT	3
Was half-way through changing the radiator and thermostat(coolant fluid thermostat body), and noticed that as I disconnected the radiator fan from the electrics there were two cables connected to another plug on the fan that wasnt the fan power.
Parts Car -- Should I Buy It?	27 Jun 2006 06:47 GMT	6
Esteemed Alfisti -- I have a 1986 Spider Veloce with 171,000 miles, which I acquired last year. Its previous owners treated it very well but of course it continues to
Alfa 166 2.4 JTD turbo problem	26 Jun 2006 15:39 GMT	2
Dear NG, For a little week I have been wondering about a slight smell metallic from me air con. Since I live close to the airport and local sewer plant I do not pay much attention to this.
Powerflex suspension bushes	25 Jun 2006 09:02 GMT	2
Hi, I purchased myself a full set of Powerflex suspension bushes for my 156. The problem is I can't find any garages that are prepared to fit em. I am near Guildford in Surrey, if anyone can suggest somewhere i'd be eternally grateful.
Where is the flasher unit on a 156?	25 Jun 2006 07:36 GMT	4
My flasher unit has stopped working so I need to replace it, unfortunately I can't find where it goes. I have looked under the steering wheel where all the fuses are but it's not there and it's not in the relay box in front of the battery either any help
156 wont rev over 2500	23 Jun 2006 21:32 GMT	13
My 156 2.0TS Lusso 2002 (51 plate?) drves OK in every gear, pulls off OK but will not rev over 2500rpm. Any ideas before I go spending money? Rick
156 2.5 V6 Blown Head	23 Jun 2006 19:27 GMT	3
I've blown the head gasket on my 156 2.5 V6. this is heart-breaking in more than the usual number of ways. I put a new clutch in it only 5 months ago. the car has a full dealer history, and off course, I love it.
Tuning boxer twin Weber 40 IDFs myself - Easy? Possible? Unwise?	23 Jun 2006 11:26 GMT	6
With my coolant problems out of the way (thankyou everybody for your advice) and my new flexible brake lines ordered the only thing left to do for the contrôle technique (french MOT) is the emission levels which were at 7.6% CO (pass is at 3.5%).
Pictures: Including the new 'it'	22 Jun 2006 22:27 GMT	10
www.systemlabs.co.uk/alfaday Enjoy Signature Catman MIB#14 SKoGA#6 TEAR#4 BOTAFOF#38 Apostle#21 COSOC#3
So did anyone else go?	21 Jun 2006 06:41 GMT	4
I only ask because I hoped I was imagining the 156. The camera never lies :( Signature Catman MIB#14 SKoGA#6 TEAR#4 BOTAFOF#38 Apostle#21 COSOC#3 Tyger, Tyger Burning Bright (Remove rust to reply)
147 service due, cambelt change needed?	20 Jun 2006 10:50 GMT	3
I have a 2003, 03 plate 147 2.0 manual. Its coming up to its 3rd anniversary next month which means time for the annual service. Its done a little over 15k miles. Do I need to consider changing the cambelt at this service given the low
alfa 156 2.0 TS fuel consumption	16 Jun 2006 22:51 GMT	2
I have alfa 156 2.0 TS. Average fuel consumption is 14 - 14.4 l/100 km, city driving. Engine is 100000 km old. Is that too much for this car? Thanks.
156 - Variator	15 Jun 2006 23:28 GMT	3
OK - the dreaded "diesel rattle at startup" is back. Question - can the variator be replaced without doing cambelt etc. at the same time (I had cambelt done 12000 miles / 32 months ago) ? Dave S...
aircon problem	15 Jun 2006 14:53 GMT	6
Just had a hose replaced on airconditioner (don't ask me what kind of hose or where it went) on a 156 GTA (78000 miles). I'm now getting cold air again, but I hear a clicking-- like a pump starting or a relay struggling -- somewhere under the bonnet, low down o/s and every time ...