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Pud237 · 24-05-2008

Originally Posted by theteacher

- When engine was started, cold start, about 20 deg outside, there was a ticking from the engine for about 2 minutes.

Maybe a slight crack in the manifold or a poor join between the manifold and the block which cures itself with heat. Not a major issue if this is the case.

Originally Posted by theteacher

- temp STAYED STABLE JUST BELOW 90, ON HIGHWAY AND IN IDLE.

Sounds good.

Originally Posted by theteacher

- Clutch was very light..... I'm used to a BMW clutch witch is heavier

Sounds good again.

Originally Posted by theteacher

- GTS panels seemed flimsy, side ones, front bumper from bottom was very abused..cracked, scratched etc...

They do bottom out easily over rough, bumpy roads. Changing springs and shocks to something better helps.

24-05-2008	#30 (Post Link)
Pud237 AO Platinum Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: North Yorkshire Posts: 14,528 Member car: Alfa 156	Re: 156 / 147 GTA Buyers Guide Originally Posted by theteacher - When engine was started, cold start, about 20 deg outside, there was a ticking from the engine for about 2 minutes. Maybe a slight crack in the manifold or a poor join between the manifold and the block which cures itself with heat. Not a major issue if this is the case. Originally Posted by theteacher - temp STAYED STABLE JUST BELOW 90, ON HIGHWAY AND IN IDLE. Sounds good. Originally Posted by theteacher - Clutch was very light..... I'm used to a BMW clutch witch is heavier Sounds good again. Originally Posted by theteacher - GTS panels seemed flimsy, side ones, front bumper from bottom was very abused..cracked, scratched etc... They do bottom out easily over rough, bumpy roads. Changing springs and shocks to something better helps.