Hello from Scotland!

[Jocky]

What a great site..!

I'm a self confessed Fiat Nutter.

I have a Black 1982 Fiat Spider CSO FI, with some subtle mods.
Engine...Fiat Strada 130tc. With 132 Argenta oilpan.
Gearbox...Fiat 131/Brava sport with Abarth remote shift, shortened propshaft.
ECU...Using Lancia Beta 2000, as ECU isn't looking for catalyst.
Brakes...Front, Fiat Marea 257mm vented discs. Rear, standard.
Steering...Right hand drive converted.

I have raided the Fiat group parts bin for my mods, but I think it's testement the inherent excellent design that years later we can still use parts from newer designs.

My love affair started years ago when I got a Fiat Mirafiori for the Winter months (I used bikes in the summer) The thing I liked most about the Fiats, was of course the engine! after that I was hooked.

I bought the Spider in 2003, which was imported from San Diago..then began a nut and bolt restoration, I will post a photo if i can work out how to (P.C. Novice!)

Rgds,

Jocky.

[RRoller123]

Welcome aboard! There are many knowledgeable folks here, and I have found them all very friendly and always willing to share info!

[124JOE]

hello and welcome

[wiggo]

Welcome !
How can it be that the british are so keen on open-tops, considering the notorius rain
Jokes aside, you have a very interesting setup. Beside my spiders I have a 130 TC too - I know how addictive this engine can be. And the fuel consuption is somewhere in the middle between my FI CS0 and the VX - if that should matter.

When you have a nice car, you need some nice roads. I guess you have some favourites somewhere in your area? 'Cruising' or 'fast road'?

[cbrown1469]

What a great site..!

I'm a self confessed Fiat Nutter.

I have a Black 1982 Fiat Spider CSO FI, with some subtle mods.
Engine...Fiat Strada 130tc. With 132 Argenta oilpan.
Gearbox...Fiat 131/Brava sport with Abarth remote shift, shortened propshaft.
ECU...Using Lancia Beta 2000, as ECU isn't looking for catalyst.
Brakes...Front, Fiat Marea 257mm vented discs. Rear, standard.
Steering...Right hand drive converted.

I have raided the Fiat group parts bin for my mods, but I think it's testement the inherent excellent design that years later we can still use parts from newer designs.

My love affair started years ago when I got a Fiat Mirafiori for the Winter months (I used bikes in the summer) The thing I liked most about the Fiats, was of course the engine! after that I was hooked.

I bought the Spider in 2003, which was imported from San Diago..then began a nut and bolt restoration, I will post a photo if i can work out how to (P.C. Novice!)

Rgds,

Jocky.

Hi Jocky
I'm in Scoland too, be good to hear from you.

Best,

Craig

[cbrown1469]

What a great site..!

I'm a self confessed Fiat Nutter.

I have a Black 1982 Fiat Spider CSO FI, with some subtle mods.
Engine...Fiat Strada 130tc. With 132 Argenta oilpan.
Gearbox...Fiat 131/Brava sport with Abarth remote shift, shortened propshaft.
ECU...Using Lancia Beta 2000, as ECU isn't looking for catalyst.
Brakes...Front, Fiat Marea 257mm vented discs. Rear, standard.
Steering...Right hand drive converted.

I have raided the Fiat group parts bin for my mods, but I think it's testement the inherent excellent design that years later we can still use parts from newer designs.

My love affair started years ago when I got a Fiat Mirafiori for the Winter months (I used bikes in the summer) The thing I liked most about the Fiats, was of course the engine! after that I was hooked.

I bought the Spider in 2003, which was imported from San Diago..then began a nut and bolt restoration, I will post a photo if i can work out how to (P.C. Novice!)

Rgds,

Jocky.

Hi Jocky
I'm in Scoland too, be good to hear from you.

Best,

Craig

Ps

Your car sounds strangely familiar big man....haha!

Speak soon Johnny boy!