Re: [alfa] Only a matter of time... (ka-thunk)

["Dean W. Cains" <dwc@xxxxxx>]

Hi Andy:

Driveline problems can be tough to track down, but there's a lot more to 
look at besides the giubo.  Also look at the center support, and the 
U-joints.  The center support should have its rubber in good condition, and 
just a little free play when you try to move the driveshaft manually in 
each direction.  Loose U-joints can usually only be felt with the 
driveshaft free of the car.

As for your rear brakes, the pressure compensator (that device under the 
floor, forward of the axle), may have failed. Earlier this year, I had the 
same symptoms on my '74 Spider, and had to replace the compensator.  IAP 
didn't supply me the correct part, so find a used one, as I did, or try 
another vendor.  If both brakes are overheated, I'd bet against a bearing 
problem.

Regards,

Dean
Lutz, FL
'74 & '87 Spider Veloce's


At 12:47 PM 8/2/2004, you wrote:

> Date: Mon, 2 Aug 2004 10:08:00 -0500
> From: "Andy Menapace" <Andy.Menapace@domain.elided>
> Subject: [alfa] Only a matter of time... (ka-thunk)
>
> ... before something else goes wrong.  The motor is top notch, but now
> there is a new and disturbing noise from under the car.  When driving
> away in first gear, there is a very low pitch rumble and vibration that
> stops once up to 2000 rpm.  Also, after the shifting of each gear and
> during the release of the clutch, there is some clunking sounds.  Once
> at speed, there are no problems.  I am guessing clutch, or less likely a
> transmission problem.  I hoped and prayed that it was just a donut... no
> luck.  Also, my rear wheels are still getting hot!  I've changed all the
> brake lines, and the wheels turn with minimal drag.  Could this be a
> bearing problem??
>
> Thanks for advice and help,
>
> Andy Menapace
> Brandon, MS
> 79 Spider
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