BACK ISSUE INDEX OF Viale Ciro Menotti (VCM)

1991

ISSUE #59
March 1991 

• FEATURE: The Final Evolution of the B.A.T. Scaglione's Maserati: the 3500 GT, #666. Fantastic photos, centerfold and background story on the man, his cars and the one of a kind 3500 GT built by Franco Scaglione. The "Bertone" is in the private collection of Francis & Janet Mandarano.
• FEATURE: Maserati Models. Highlighting the A6GCS by Sig. Carlo Brianza, the 250F by Rivival and the 250F by Jeron. An in-depth look at the range of models of the Boomerang translated from an article appearing in the German press. An updated list of models available from Miniature Cars USA.
• FEATURE: Value Guides. MIE's updated list of average Maserati prices for 1988 through the first quarter of 1991.
• FEATURE: The Italian Classic Car Show. A in-depth article on the Second Annual 1990 Italian Classic Car Show that Mr. Mandarano attended.
• FEATURE: Barrett Jackson Auction. Results and information relating the the 199 Barrett Jackson auction that was held in Scottsdale, Arizona.
• MASERATI IN THE NEWS: A preview of the newest Maserati, the Chubasco. Detailed drawings and technical information. Also featured is the newest Biturbo variant the Racing. This is scheduled to be released in early 1991.
• RETROSPECT: Road Testing the Maserati 2000 from Motorsport, January/February 1955. A very informative road test on the awesome Maserati 1.9 litre sports car.
• REGIONAL NEWS: The South Central Region sends us photos and Concours results from the 5th Annual Automobili Italiane Concours. The Lake Yosmite Concours D'Elegance is featured from our Merced California Correspondent. The Rock Mountain Maserati Club and Norther California Chapter fills us in on the latest news along with information on the 3rd Annual Baltimore, Maryland Concours D'Elelgance.
• INTERNATIONAL CLUB NEWS: Coverage from the Maserati Club De France on their latest issue of Le Trident, the Maserati Club UK who is hosting the International Meet, Club Maserati France on their upcoming track events, Maserati Club of Sweden announcing their plans to host the International Meeting in 1992 and the Maserati Register (NSW) filling us in on their schedule of events, along with the Maserati Clubs of Australia, Germany and Holland.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #169 - RESTORING BORRANI PRESSED STEEL WHEELS. Directions on restoring your wheels.
  • #170 - FUEL TANK CHECK VALVE. A drawing to help the removal of the fuel tank check valve.
  • #171 - 425 ENGINE DIEING WHILE UNDER ACCELERATION. New information on how to possiblye cure this problem.
  • #172 - BITURBO CYLINDER HEAD OIL FILTER AND RESTRICTOR. Information on conducting repairs in the cylinder head area.
  • #173 - BITURBO 2500 CC ENGINE - TIMING BELT TENSIONER. Information on both types of tensioners used.
  • #174 - SPECIFICATION FOR WEBER 34 DAT 28-5G 350. As used on the Spyder and 425 Sedans.
  • #175 - BITURBO AIR CONDITIONING. A/C line failures.
  • #176 - QPORTE III TRANSMISSION. Questions and answers.
  • #177 - BITURBO 4-VALVE HEADS. Questions and answers
  • #178 - HOOD BADGE INSTALLATION. Valuable advice on installing hood badges without damaging your paint.
  • #179 - VOLTS, AMPS, OHMS
• MEMBER TO MEMBER TIPS:
  • Resolving QPorte III Instrument Problems,
  • Howard Kestenbaum
  • Replacing QPorte III Rear Brake Pads,
  • Howard Kestenbaum
  • Merak Alert, Don Venn

ISSUE #60
September 1991

• FEATURE: Gauges, Etc. An interesting article chronicling the Borletti factory, the famous Italian dashboard instrument, motorcycle gauges, watches, etc. manufacturers, founded by Romualdo Borletti\ in 1985. Included are numerous photos of the gauges found in Maseratis, from the race cars to the Ghilblis.
• FEATURE: Maserati Motorcycles. Informative article originally appearing in the Italian press gives insight into how and why Maserati came to produce motorbikes. Rare detail shots are included.
• FEATURE: Back to Life - SI #2414. A remarkable story translated from the February 1991 issue of Ruoteclassiche. Photos show the restoration process of this famous 200 SI.
• FEATURE: Frua A6G 2-Liter Spyders. Eight pages of photos and text by Francis G. Mandarano. Learn the differences and similarities between the 24 Maserati Spyders that Pietro Frua built. Many detailed pictures and production charts.
• MASERATI IN THE NEWS: A shareholders view of DeTomaso Industries stock. Details of the Maserati assets in the U.K. Excerpts from Autoweek and Automotive News on the future of Maserati in the US.
• DEALER SPOTLIGHT: Featuring J.N. Maserati and its founder Joseph Nicolai.
• RETROSPECT: Maserati Competition from Sports Cars In Action. Great historical article on the early days of the Maserati Factory and its early racing career.
• REGIONAL NEWS: Updates from the Rocky Mountain and Northern California Maserati owners, as well as coverage of the Pacific Northwest Italian Car Day.
• INTERNATIONAL CLUB NEWS: News from the Maserati Club of Australia and the Vintage and Classic Car Show. The Maserati Register reports on the Eastern Creek Historic Race Meeting in Australia. The Maserati Club UK fills us in on the upcoming International Ralley as ell as photographs from the current issue of Trident. The Maserati Clubs from Austria, France, Germany, Sweden and Italy share the latest news in their Clubs as well.
• TECH TIPS:
  • #180 - TROPICAL COOLANT. New - now carried by MIE's Parts Department. Reduce your running temperature 10 - 30 degrees.
  • #181 - POWER STEERING RACK LEAKING FLUID. Information on a seal that is not shown in the Parts Book.
  • #182 - BITURBO SERVICE UPDATE. Updates on Maserati Warranty and Maintenance Guide for the Biturbo.
  • #183 - EXHAUST FUMES IN THE KHAMSIN. Tips on how to reduce any exhaust fumes in your Khamsin.
  • #184 - GAS FUMES IN PASSENGER AREA OF KHAMSIN. Tips on gas fumes from deteriorating hoses.
• MEMBER TO MEMBER TIPS:
  • Biturbo 5-Speed Transmission Tip, Michael C. Wilson
  • Biturbo Engine Rebuilding Hints, Il Duce Di Ricambi