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neo · Posted: Mon Sep 22, 2003 7:53 pm Post subject: Lights

Hi !

How can I change the lights behind the speedo and the rev meter, and the ones behind the air&fan conrtol panel.

Thanks!

gritsop · Posted: Mon Sep 22, 2003 8:08 pm Post subject:

Hi,

To change the bulbs in the speedo you must undo the two screws that keep in place the speedo black cover, and the undo the for screws that hold the speedo itself- two of them are at the back of the speedo on two brackets and the other two are under the aluminium holder. Then it is easy to find the bulb.The same is with the air/fan controls. But you will need a small mirror to see by placing it behind the small object holder under the heater controls.

Hope this helps,

Regards
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neo · Posted: Tue Sep 23, 2003 11:10 pm Post subject:

Hi!

I've manage to change the lights of the speedo and the rev meter, but I can't take out the fan control panel.
Can you give me more details?

Thanks!

gritsop · Posted: Tue Sep 23, 2003 11:32 pm Post subject:

Try to remove the object holder underneath the fan controls - You may also remove the radio receiver if possible in order to gain access both upside and downside.

Then fit a small mirror and use a small torch in order to see what going on behind the contol panel.

I would not try to remove the whole fan control system as has various control cables operating the front, winscreen, and feet ventilation system.
It may not be easy to work it out with the mirror but i think it is much more safe because there are various connectors of the heating system which may be streched.

We ll wait for your news,
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Thanassis Gritsopoulos
1991 Alfa 33 1.4 IE
2001 Alfa 147 1.6 Distinctive

http://www.alfa-restoration.co.uk
Parts Shop: www.alfa-restoration.co.uk/shop

Marcin · Posted: Wed Sep 24, 2003 8:37 am Post subject:

Hi,

when you remove the panels that hold the standard front speakers, then on each side of the middle console you will see one screw. Those hold the heater and ventilation control unit in place. When you remove the bolts, you will be able to turn the unit slightly in order to get a better access to the back of the unit where the bulbs are located.

Marcin

neo · Posted: Wed Sep 24, 2003 2:02 pm Post subject:

Thanks!

I'll let you know if I managed to do it.

BILL · Posted: Wed Sep 24, 2003 8:26 pm Post subject:

Speaking of lights,has anyone changed the front light bulbs with something better?
I use PIAA Extreme White and the difference is very big.PIAA are very expensive but i have very white light at night (the brightness is close to xenon lights) and more relax night driving.

Dave_NZ · Posted: Thu Sep 25, 2003 12:32 pm Post subject:

how much did the lights cost. have they lasted very long. i am keen to get some brighter lights for my s2 qv. did you need to do any rewiring. thanks

Dave
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BILL · Posted: Thu Sep 25, 2003 3:51 pm Post subject:

Maximilian · Alfasud Joined: 04 Apr 2003 Posts: 39 Location: London, UK

I would be too afraid to out uprated bulbs on my car. The lamps are in perfect condition - with none of the silver peeling inside.

If the uprated bulbs damage them in any way it would be nearly impossible to find some like these again.
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1988 Sprint 1.7 QV (35,000 miles)

Rob Currie · Posted: Mon Sep 29, 2003 7:37 pm Post subject:

One thing I learned from years of rallying is that halogen bulbs deteriorate with use and should be replaced every couple of years, depending on use.

Rob