Alfa 159 Part IV (any alfa discussion welcome too)

[Saabretooth]

  On 9/5/2012 at 2:10 AM, AR159 said:

Hi guys, been driving my ride for 3 years now. It's a AR 159 Q2 .I got an after market 19" rim with 110 PCD. Not ALFA rim.

Went for balancing at Kaki Bukit yesterday. The tyre man told me that I've to get a "center piece" staff for

after market wheel or else it wont be safe cos the entire ride ( 1.5 tonne) are relying on the 5 studs only.... .

He also include that the piece will align the tyre fitting nicely and car wont vibrate. He say stock rim dont need the piece.

 

True enaf, my car do vibrate even after balancing. Any 1 have this experience b4 ? Any valuable advise ?

Thanks a lot.

Yes pls put it ony. Stabilizes the rims. And gives it a proper fit for the centrebore of the rims

 

[AR159]

  On 9/5/2012 at 2:51 AM, Saabretooth said:

Yes pls put it ony. Stabilizes the rims. And gives it a proper fit for the centrebore of the rims

 

boss, where can i get this thingy...

 

[Knightrider7]

  On 9/4/2012 at 1:01 PM, Hatasan said:

Sigh some a-----e just hit and run on my car again. Terrible scratches near the fuel tank side. Anyone know of any good spray paint shop in Sin Ming (cos near my place) to recommend? Time to buy 4D on my number this weekend. So heng hohoho

 

I use

 

Ngai Hong Spray Painting

12 Sin Ming Industrial Est Sector B Singapore 575656‎

Tel: 6453 1712

 

Ask for Boss Mr. Teo and say Marcus Red Alfa GT recommend you.

 

Used them for change of colour and for rims etc. Some other guys here used them too.

[Le_Stig]

  On 9/4/2012 at 11:29 AM, Bathory said:

Planning to get Asso Cuore HID kit for 159. Anyone know which workshop is experience in installation for 159?

 

Don't spend that kind of money. A few guys did it for <$250 including ballast, HID and bypass. Had it for almost half a year... No issues.

 

But make sure it is a reputable installer. There are many cases whereby HID kits are wrongly fitted and cause headaches to owners and could lead to a void in warranty. Best to get it done properly.

 

Sent you a PM for the installer.

[Le_Stig]

  On 9/4/2012 at 1:01 PM, Hatasan said:

Sigh some a-----e just hit and run on my car again. Terrible scratches near the fuel tank side. Anyone know of any good spray paint shop in Sin Ming (cos near my place) to recommend? Time to buy 4D on my number this weekend. So heng hohoho

 

I did mine previously at City Auto. Look for Jason Quek, he is the owner of City Auto and a long time friend of mine. He gets my color mixed well.

[Kian73]

  On 9/4/2012 at 10:41 AM, Saabretooth said:

As in the last sets of brand new V6s and Gearboxes was reserved for the GT....... now there are no more NEW ones available. everything else is a refurbished set....

 

On top of that, 18-inch

[Le_Stig]

  On 9/5/2012 at 2:10 AM, AR159 said:

Hi guys, been driving my ride for 3 years now. It's a AR 159 Q2 .I got an after market 19" rim with 110 PCD. Not ALFA rim.

Went for balancing at Kaki Bukit yesterday. The tyre man told me that I've to get a "center piece" staff for

after market wheel or else it wont be safe cos the entire ride ( 1.5 tonne) are relying on the 5 studs only.... .

He also include that the piece will align the tyre fitting nicely and car wont vibrate. He say stock rim dont need the piece.

 

True enaf, my car do vibrate even after balancing. Any 1 have this experience b4 ? Any valuable advise ?

Thanks a lot.

 

Centre bore size for 159 is 65.1mm essentially same as Saabs, PCD as well. If yours is aftermarket, majority of the PCD will match 5 x 110 or in some cases 5 x 108 with wobbly nuts (not recommended).

 

That said, your mechanic is correct. You would require a adaptor. Otherwise, your rims should it be smaller than 65.1mm centre bore, your rims are essentially resting on the 5 lugs instead of the centre bore. The lugs are more to secure and not to support. In time to come, you will cut through the lugs thus weakening it and potentially breaking it after prolong stress.

 

Please get the adaptors fitted soon.

 

Try to get it at Leong Seng @ Paya Ubi, Pit Stop or any Stamford Tyres outlet. they would have.

[Bathory]

  On 9/5/2012 at 3:49 AM, Le_Stig said:

Don't spend that kind of money. A few guys did it for <$250 including ballast, HID and bypass. Had it for almost half a year... No issues.

 

But make sure it is a reputable installer. There are many cases whereby HID kits are wrongly fitted and cause headaches to owners and could lead to a void in warranty. Best to get it done properly.

 

Sent you a PM for the installer.

 

Thank you, I have received ur PM. Did you get ur HID kit from them? I thought Asso HID will be better, problem free, that why don't mind pay more to prevent any problem.

[Theoldjaffa]

  On 9/5/2012 at 3:49 AM, Le_Stig said:

Don't spend that kind of money. A few guys did it for <$250 including ballast, HID and bypass. Had it for almost half a year... No issues.

 

But make sure it is a reputable installer. There are many cases whereby HID kits are wrongly fitted and cause headaches to owners and could lead to a void in warranty. Best to get it done properly.

 

Sent you a PM for the installer.

I got mine done for $120 I think.. its been 1.5 years and still running.

[Le_Stig]

  On 9/5/2012 at 4:21 AM, Bathory said:

Thank you, I have received ur PM. Did you get ur HID kit from them? I thought Asso HID will be better, problem free, that why don't mind pay more to prevent any problem.

 

Well, it is always good to get a set of branded part(s) but that said, you are ordering stuff from overseas and in this instance, Japan.

 

Do factor in possible scenarios especially ordering electronic part(s) such as HIDs:

 

1. Faulty Ballast, HIDs or Bypass (Dispute can arise during installation which encountered by many)

2. Installer Issue

 

Upside of getting and fitting it locally. Any issue with the part(s), they replace it on the spot until they get it right. Most installers gives warranty for their goods sold (especially with the lemon law in place) which gives you a piece of mind. So far for these 6 months, I had replaced 1 bulb and a ballast for free on the first month. Minor issues but haven't had any since the replacement.

[Le_Stig]

  On 9/5/2012 at 4:27 AM, Theoldjaffa said:

I got mine done for $120 I think.. its been 1.5 years and still running.

 

I forgot, mine includes pole light as well with bypass which explains the higher cost.

 

My installer has been very good for aftersales so no complain.

[Le_Stig]

Guys, I am obtaining my FIA National A License followed by FIA International C License in 2013.

 

For the FIA National A License, it is a higher grade license that is issued out by the SMSA for drivers that take up a 2 day licensing program by one of the afilliated racing schools by SMSA.

 

I have 3 confirm pax including myself for the 2 days induction course. Those interested can PM me for details. I have 2 slots to fill. Schedule will be out soon.

 

Iridium/Saabretooth?

 

[AR159]

  On 9/5/2012 at 4:04 AM, Le_Stig said:

Centre bore size for 159 is 65.1mm essentially same as Saabs, PCD as well. If yours is aftermarket, majority of the PCD will match 5 x 110 or in some cases 5 x 108 with wobbly nuts (not recommended).

 

That said, your mechanic is correct. You would require a adaptor. Otherwise, your rims should it be smaller than 65.1mm centre bore, your rims are essentially resting on the 5 lugs instead of the centre bore. The lugs are more to secure and not to support. In time to come, you will cut through the lugs thus weakening it and potentially breaking it after prolong stress.

 

Please get the adaptors fitted soon.

 

Try to get it at Leong Seng @ Paya Ubi, Pit Stop or any Stamford Tyres outlet. they would have.

 

k boss thanks. will be in touch

[Bathory]

  On 9/5/2012 at 4:32 AM, Le_Stig said:

I forgot, mine includes pole light as well with bypass which explains the higher cost.

 

My installer has been very good for aftersales so no complain.

 

Is ur installer same as the one that you pm me? If so, will contact them. Tks.

[Knightrider7]

  On 9/5/2012 at 4:01 AM, Kian73 said:

On top of that, 18-inch

[Iridiumx]

  On 9/5/2012 at 4:50 AM, Le_Stig said:

Guys, I am obtaining my FIA National A License followed by FIA International C License in 2013.

 

For the FIA National A License, it is a higher grade license that is issued out by the SMSA for drivers that take up a 2 day licensing program by one of the afilliated racing schools by SMSA.

 

I have 3 confirm pax including myself for the 2 days induction course. Those interested can PM me for details. I have 2 slots to fill. Schedule will be out soon.

 

Iridium/Saabretooth?

 

msg me details lo

[Gorjiam]

Please note that the license (at least during my time) has an expiry date. So if you are taking it to participate in a sanctioned event, please keep in time the schedules.

[Le_Stig]

  On 9/5/2012 at 6:06 AM, Bathory said:

Is ur installer same as the one that you pm me? If so, will contact them. Tks.

 

Yep. Just let them know that Alfa Romeo guys recommend. $250 is the price for ballast, pole light, HID and bypass.