BACK ISSUE INDEX OF Viale Ciro Menotti (VCM)

1984 - 1985

MAR 1984
ISSUE #39

• FEATURED CAR: COSTIN MASERATI, and the REVERSE CAMBER MASERATI. "He wanted something awesome that would blow the doors off anything!" It is a 1957 Type 450 S, fitted with a special body built by Costin for MeMans.
• INTERVIEW: Guillo Alfieri, by Francis Mandarano in March, 1983. Sig. Alfieri was Maserati's Chief Engineer from 1952-1975, and is now the Managing Director off Lamborghini.
• EPA REGULATIONS: A Federal Register Excerpt from Vol. 48, No. 215, November, 1983. A discussion of the one-time exemption, small volume manufacturers, etc.
• GERMAN MASERATI CLUB: The Peter Kaus Museum -- A Walking Tour. An interview with Peter Kaus, President of the German Maserati Club and owner of numerous Maserati Race and GT Cars, with many photos.
• TECH TIPS: LHM CANISTER REPAIR. Merak gauge glare resolved.
• STOPPING LEAKS: How to identify where water is leaking in and techniques for checking seals.
• REPAIRING WINDSHIELDS: An economical alternative. A windshield repair technique where resin is injected under pressure to fill the air gap or void in the glass. Offers step-by-step procedure.
• WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENT: The procedure for removal of old glass.

JULY 1984
ISSUE #40
** RARE ISSUE

BITURBO BUYER'S GUIDE

• This issue of VCM features the Biturbo V-6 model in-depth, including the "425" and "S" models. Road tests, owner's impressions, performance specifications, and many photos to acquaint the reader with this new and exciting line from Maserati.
• Also included in this issue:
• MASERATI MODELS: A complete listing of available models showing manufacturer, kit number, class, and scale. A must for model collectors.
• MASERATI 250 F: A historical account of this important racing model, including illustrations.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #40- AIR CONDITIONING ON MASERATI V8s. This article covers the A/C compressors fitted to all Maseratis (except the QPorte III and Biturbo).
  • #41- QPORTE III DOOR HINGE PINS. If your front doors are drooping, you should have the hinge pins inspected -preventive maintenance will prevent serious problems.
• PICK OF THE TIRE LITTER: A comprehensive article geared toward the performance automobile, listing all major manufacturers, applicable choices from their lines, and the characteristics of each tire. An interpretation of tire codes, i.e. 205/50RV-15, is included.

OCT. 1984
ISSUE #41

• FEATURE: COVERAGE OF THE 6TH ANNUAL MASERATI/MIE MEET '84. Attendees and cars are listed, accompanied by photos of the event held at Northstar, Lake Tahoe, California.
• LAGUNA SECA VINTAGE RACES & THE PEBBLE BEACH CONCOURS: Coverage of these two exciting events.
• DATELINE ITALY: Translated Italian articles on the Biturbo line as well as the link between Chrysler and Maserati.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #44- MERAK MODIFICATION TO SPEEDO DRIVE PINION SLEEVE with illustrations.
  • #45- MERAK SS: MODIFICATION OF REVERSE GEAR. The simple solution to the Merak's tendency to jump out of reverse.
  • #46- FRONT SUSPENSION GEOMETRY. Specifications for the 3500 GT through the Kyalami.
  • #47- HIGH PRESSURE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM as used on the Bora, Khamsin, and Merak. System bleeding procedures for each model.

1985

FEB 1985
ISSUE #42

• FEATURED CARS: OVERVIEW OF THE A6G SERIES. Describes the evolution of the series, including the A6, A6G, and A6GCS; many photos of each model are included.
• OSCA SPELLS MASERATI. The Fratelli Maserati sold its name but kept its talent, striving on to develop the OSCA. Illustrations of bodies and engines.
• BITURBO SPYDER. Translated Italian article with great photos on the new convertible, including technical specs., performance data, dimensions, weight, equipment and accessories.
• 228 COUPE: In-depth coverage by Giancarlo Perini, Torino, Italy. Includes photos showing all angles as well as the interior.
• MASERATI OWNERSHIP: 1914-1985, Part I. Founded in 1914, the Factory has had four owners -- the founding Maserati brothers, the Orsis, the French owned Citroen Company, and the current owner, Alejandro DeTomaso. This opening segment tells the story of how each came to acquire an interest.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #48- BORA ELECTRONIC IGNITION SYSTEM as fitted to the '73 and '74 models. Important precautionary steps to safeguard the system before working on the car.
  • #49- POPPING BACK THROUGH CARBURETORS. Relates to the 42 and 44 DCNF, as fitted to the V-8 & V-6 Merak. Step-by-step procedure to eliminate popping.
  • #50- BITURBO TRANSMISSION OIL. The answer to shift lever rattle could be as simple as using heavier weight gear oil.
  • #51- FUEL INJECTION. A must for owners of inline 6-cylinder injected engines. Translated from a rare Italian Factory service manual, this technical information offers a comprehensive overview as well as illustrations

MAY 1985
ISSUE #43
** RARE ISSUE

• FEATURE CAR: THE BORA. Bora Owner's Reports offer valuable insight from those who own this V-8 mid-engined Maserati. Two additional articles, "Meet The Maserati Bora" and "Sfumato Effect," are included which offer specifications and performance graphs, as well as many photographs. A must for Bora owners and enthusiasts.
• MASERATI ASKING PRICES: 1982 THROUGH 1984. A chart providing the low, average, and high asking prices for each of the models during this three-year time frame.
• 228 FOLLOW-UP. Translated article from the Italian Press.
• MIE BITURBO. Translation of an Italian article covering the Biturbo Accessories developed by MIE.
• TOURING. An article relating to one of Italy's most important coachbuilding companies. Follow the organization from its formation to its finish.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #54- LHM HYDRAULICS as used in the late Indy, Bora, Khamsin and Merak.
  • #55- BITURBO CRUISE CONTROL.
  • #56- BITURBO CUTTING OUT WHEN HOT.
  • #57- BITURBO SPECIAL TOOLS.
  • #58- MERAK - INTAKE VALVE SEALS.
  • #59- FILLING THE BORA RADIATOR.
  • #60- THE SHOW FINISH.

SEPT. 1985
ISSUE #44

• AURELIO BERTOCCHI: 1930-1985. A memorial issue in honor of Sig. Bertocchi. He was Managing Director of Nuova Innocenti, and Chairman of DeTomaso Industries -- then a tragic auto accident called his end.
• MOTORCYCLES: A WOMAN'S VIEW. Gloria Bertocchi, Architect and Industrial Designer, shares her view on today's motorcycle designs and technology.
• IT HAPPENED IN MODENA: MASERATI BITURBO. An article introducing the artist, Pierangelo Andreani, who brought the Biturbo to life. Also included are the original artist's sketches.
• THE LOGICAL CAR: THE VIGNALE SPYDER. Translated Italian article on the classic masterpiece.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #67- SPARE KEY HOLDER.
  • #68- BITURBO SUSPENSION SYSTEM.
  • #69- NOTES ON THE V-8 ENGINES ('65-'75)

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