You can use a 2 liter starter with the same number of teeth, but it's a lot heavier. The 2 liter starter is a 1-3/4 hp, the 1750 starter is 3/4 hp. If you use the 2 liter starter, you should make sure you have one of the support brackets for the front of the starter, otherwise you risk breaking the bellhousing.
I think the starter was an issue when these cars were new and being driven year round (i.e., cold weather). For a 3 season fair weather driver, I think the original starter, if in good shape, should be fine. I've been installing Performatek light weight gear reduction starters in all of my Alfas. Cranks over much faster, and weighs a fraction of what the original weighs. No affiliation, other than that Andy is a good friend and I'm a satisfied customer. Les Hurlock makes an adapter for the oil filter, but they're not cheap. HTH, bs ________________________________ From: Ben Ament <[email protected]> To: [email protected] Sent: Tue, March 29, 2011 2:39:18 PM Subject: [alfa] 1971 GTV advice sought I may choose my own route, but thought I'd ask for input. I just took delivery of a nearly rust free 1971 1750 GTV. I have always preferred the grill and tail treatment of the 1750 to the 2 litre cars and finally acquired another. The car is not running and needs lots of cosmetic help. My questions are pretty basic. . First, it has been awhile (try 1975) since I have dealt with a 1750, but I recall that the starter is not as strong as the later 2 litre versions. Is there an upgrade used these days that is preferable to the stock unit? . Second, is a remote oil filter the best option, or should I think about an adapter to replace the cartridge filter with a spin on? What hardware in each case would you all recommend? . Finally, a cosmetic question. I need to replace both tail light lenses. I'm taking a poll as to the preference between the Euro amber/red versions and the USA all red lenses. Input appreciated! Ciao, Ben -- to be removed from alfa, see http://www.digest.net/bin/digest-subs.cgi or email "unsubscribe alfa" to [email protected] -- to be removed from alfa, see http://www.digest.net/bin/digest-subs.cgi or email "unsubscribe alfa" to [email protected]
