Got the Alfa sorted out with the 2 L install by late July, such that we were able to enter the Monte Shelton Rally for older sportscars. This ran from Portland out to the Oregon Coast through some of the best twisties not on a track.
The oldest car was a 1934 Bentley, and interesting cars included a 62 Ferrari V-12, 58 Gullwing, early Cobra 289, 54 Lancia Aurelia. Had never rallied before and amassed a lot of points, but had a lot of fun. Fifth from last in a 56-car entry. In getting there and back did 800 miles with no probs--the car is 45 years old.
The syncros were worn when I bought it in November, 2006 so the tranny is being rebuilt now. Came upon a close-ratio gear-set, which is being used to make first, second, and third taller; while keeping the tall OEM fifth gear. This involves cutting the counter shaft and rewelding it with the taller things.--What do I know?
The car came to me with a 4.56 open diff suitable for around 80 to 90 HP and a 4.1 from a later 2 L Spider with limited slip is being worked on now. This includes some machining to match the axles and axle housing to the new (well, used) center section.
This is being done by an outfit that has been racing them for decades, and includes lightening the ring-gear by 2.5 lbs.
The result will be gearing more suited to around 160 HP and about a 500 rpm drop at most cruising speeds.
