The Alfa Shock Absorber Assembly

We are proud to offer the Alfa Shock Absorber Assembly which includes the Chassis Supports, End Plates, Adjuster and End Mounts. We once again thank our friend "Wally" Van Orden for allowing us to cast his masters. Many of you have noticed them on the Alfa Chassis we have been building and posted under "What's New - Models". The End Mounts require modifications to the Pocher shock. Also, we include the extra shock arm required for the front shocks. We provide instructions with photos.

Alfa Shock Absorber Assembly (Spider, Coupe - one set of rear shocks) Part No.A042 $120.00 complete set

Alfa Shock Absorber Assembly (Monza) - two sets of rear shocks) Part No.A043 $170.00 complete set

The Alfa Steering and Front Brake Assembly

Everything in the above photo (except the Pocher back plate and tie rod) is made by MML.

Under development for almost a year, the Alfa Steering and Front Brake Assembly is clearly one of our most ambitious projects ever undertaken. Each part in this Assembly started as a hand built prototype created on our workbenches. They are cast in bronze and then undergo a final preparation which includes drilling, tapping and brazing together some sub-assemblies. The Steering Arms are a direct replacement for the Pocher stamped metal pieces and attach using the Pocher bolts. The Brake Arm is tapped and attaches with the 2 mm threaded rods. And, the Brake Levers utilize the tapped 0-80 hole in the MML Axle. The 1/16" brass rod (provided in the Kit) fits snuggly in the end of our Clevises (a dab of our Bondini glue is recommended).

The Kit includes the Steering Arms, Brake Arms, Brake Levers, Clevises, 00-90, 0-80, 2 mm Bolts and brass rod.

This Kit does require using the MML Axle (Part No.A002) …the spindles need to be shortened about 1/16" of an inch from the top and bottom, easily done with a file. And, the tie rod provided by Pocher also needs to be fitted. We will fit both at no charge if they are sent to us.

Part No.A037 $100.00 for the Kit

Part No.A037a $140.00 for the Kit, including the Axle (Part No.A002) sized to fit 

MML’s Alfa Leaf Springs

Update...Yes, size does matter! And, we came up a little short...the original 1.0 mm bolts were 8.0 mm long and really need to be 8.5 mm. So, as long as we had them specially machined for us...we had them domed...just like the prototype. And, we had the 00-90's domed as well.

In our continuing quest to improve the quality of Pochers, Model Motorcars has developed a functional set of Alfa Leaf Springs! Direct replacement for the Pocher springs; requires no modifications. Photo-etched from stainless steel, with the ends preformed with loops (no soldering required), the clamp tubes precut, and all the 0-80, 00-90, 1.0 mm nuts and bolts, and 2.0 mm washers to complete the set. Plus, we include a 1.0 mm wrench! Those 1.0 mm nuts are almost impossible to use without one...

We believe everyone should see just some of the work Brian Yingling did to help make this wonderful addition to our parts catalog. We have been working for almost a year to develop them; many samples, false starts and unexpected problems...

But...well worth the effort!

Part No A010 $125.00 complete Kit

Alfa Steering Arm

Our new Alfa Steering Arm is prototypically correct. However, it does require drilling and pinning to attach. Comes with instructions and a length of music wire.

Part No. A035 $10.00 each

Rear Brake Levers

Again, we're replacing all the stamped metal parts in the kits. These Levers are a direct replacement for the Pocher provided ones. Easy to install; Lever is pre-soldered to the rod.

Part No. A034 $45.00 complete set (4 components)

Alfa Distributor Linkage Kit

In response to your requests, we are going to post several parts from the Alfa Engine Kit… beginning with the Alfa Distributor Linkage Kit. Dress up the cam covers and capture the look of the prototype perfectly. The Kit includes three solid nickel photo-etched parts, our new Ball Ends, 1mm thread rod, nuts and bolt and music wire for the rods.

Part No.A005 $35.00 14 piece kit

MMLtd. Announces Our First Kit

The Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 Engine Kit

We have often been asked if we intended to offer an entire kit, and the answer has always been “no”—until now. For our first complete kit, we offer a super-detailed version of the 8C 2300 Alfa Romeo Engine. Intended as a free-standing display engine, complete with engine stands, solid oak base, plaque, decals, ignition wire...everything in the photo. Our Alfa Romeo 8C 2300 super-charged, straight-eight can also serve as a direct replacement for the engine in any Pocher Alfa Romeo kit. The Instruction Manual is now available for free downloading from the Manuals page.

We are in the process of upgrading the Kit. Will be available again in June.

Alfa Parts List
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Alfa Shock Absorber Assembly - A042

Includes the Chassis Supports, End Plates, Adjuster, End Mounts and extra shock arms. End Mounts require modification. For the Spider and Coupe.

$120 complete Kit

Alfa Shock Absorber Assembly - A043

Includes the Chassis Supports, End Plates, Adjuster, End Mounts and extra shock arms. End Mounts require modification. For the Monza.

$170 complete Kit

Alfa Steering and Front Brake Assembly - A037

Direct replacment for the Pocher parts. Requires using the MML Axle (A002) with some modifications. Kit includes 0-80, 00-90, 2 mm Bolts and brass rod.

$100 complete Kit

Alfa Steering and Front Brake Assembly - A037a

Direct replacment for the Pocher parts, including a modified Axle. Kit includes 0-80, 00-90, 2 mm Bolts and brass rod.
$140 complete Kit

Alfa Leaf Springs - A010

Direct replacment for the Pocher leaf springs, photo-etched from stainless steel. Complete Kit includes 0-80, 00-90, 2.0 mm washers, 1.0 mm nuts and bolts and a 1.0 mm wrench. The Springs are preformed with a loop. No soldering!

$125 complete Kit

Alfa Steering Arm- A035

Direct replacment for the Pocher Steering Arm. Requires drilling and pinning...comes with instructions.

$10 each

Alfa Rear Brake Levers - A034

Direct replacment for the Pocher provided parts, easy to install.

$45 complete set

Alfa Engine Stands - A031

From the Alfa Engine Kit, cast in bronze, includes a supply of 0.80 bolts, nuts and washers.
$50 per set

Valve Stems - Z043

A direct replacement to the Pocher provided vale stems, cast in bronze.

$10 set of six

Alfa Distributor Linkage Kit - A005
14 piece Kit includes everything needed to replicate the prototype linkage.

 
$35 per kit

Ball Ends - A033
Wonderful addition to our Hardware, cast in bronze and nickel plated.

 
$7 per pair
Levers - A032
Another addition to our Hardware, cast in bronze and nickel plated.
$9 per pair

Alfa Water Manifold - A029
Companion to our Water Pipes, cast in bronze and nickel plated, comes with hose, clamps and flanges

 
$37 per set

Alfa Engine Kit - A001
Over 500 pieces, resin and bronze casting, photo etched parts and solid oak base. Allow 3-4 weeks for delivery.

 
$600 per kit

Ignition Wire - Z038
Correct 1930's style ignition wire, proper scale gauge.
$5 for 3 feet
Boots - Z039
Replaces the Pocher rivets! Cast in resin, fits our new iginition wire.
$5 for set of ten
Alfa Chassis Stands - A028
Made from aircraft aluminum with a sanded finish - stands swing free so that the chassis can be turned over. Wide bases give space for tools and parts, and height from the work surface allows space for hands.
$50 per set
Axle - A002
New axle includes Bronze Bell-Cranks, Bronze Clevises, 0-80 and 00-90 hex-head bolts.
$50 per set
Clevises - Z028
Bronze casting works with stock 2.0 mm rods and 2mm Pocher screws.
$8.00 per pair
Clevises - Z029
Bronze casting works with stock 2.0 mm rods and 00-90 hex-head bolts (supplied).
$8.50 per pair
Bell-Cranks - Z044
Cast bronze, work with our new clevises with 00-90 fastners
$10.00 per pair

Aluminum Brake Drums - A026
The drums are exact duplicates of the plastic Pocher drums, machined from aluminum. Wonderfully accurate and neatly made, they can be slipped in place with no modifications.

$150.00 per set

Cycle Fenders - A025
Set of resin cycle-fenders for the Alfa Romeo. These fenders feature the correct diameter for the Alfa wheels and a slight "duck-tail" or flare at the rear. Will work in all sorts of applications by attaching the supports to the backing plates of the brakes.
$45 per set of four

Alfa Romeo Foot Pedals - A023
Nickel plated to match the rest of the Pocher hardware. Set inlcudes accelerator, clutch and brake pedal.

$37 per set

Alfa Romeo Water Pipes & Fittings - A024
Alfa Water Pipe set includes bronze, nickel-plated pipes,"rubber" hose, and photo-etched hose clamps.

$32 per set

Alfa Romeo Hood Latches- A022
Plated in nickel to match the rest of the Pocher hardware, these latches are a direct replacement, require no body work, and use the Pocher screw-eye mount.
$32 per pair

Resin Replacement Exhaust Manifolds - A019
A replacement for all of those "distressed" exhaust manifolds that came out of the box. Convert a Monza or Muletto to a street engine, or add that finishing touch to a display engine.
$15 per set

Coffee-Can Coil - A020
An exact scale replica of the Magneti Marelli large diameter ingnition coil seen on Alfa 8c 2300 and Scuderia Ferrari 8C 2600 engines of Thirties. Correct down to the separate resin replica of the ceramic insulator.

$15 each
Pie-Plate Tachometer- A021
Perfectly sized to take the instrument face on the
Leggenda e Passione decal sheet (sold separately) - this large tachometer is just the thing to add a touch of realism to your Alfa interior. Easily mounts right on the steering column.
$10 each
Alfa Assembled Wipers - R002
Assembled chrome-plated includes rubber blades, bezels and plated nuts.
$40 per pair
Alfa Gas Cap - A003
Cast bronze replica of correct quick release cap for Monza. Also used for oil.
$16 each
Alfa Racing Windscreens - A004n
Cast bronze replica of “Brooklands” folding windscreen — includes lexan and hardware (narrow- a scale 12”)
$20 each
Alfa Racing Windscreens - A004w
Cast bronze replica of “Brooklands” folding windscreen — includes lexan and hardware (Specify wide- a scale 18”)
$20 each
Alfa Gear Shift Lever & Gate - A006
Chrome plated, cast bronze — correctly tapered gear shift lever and accurate gate (to die for).
$35 per set
Alfa Acorn Nuts - A007
Nickel plated, can be glued or fastened to 1.0 mm rod (not included). Set of 34 is enough to do two Alfa cam covers with two left over
$35 per set of 34
Alfa Decal Sheet - A008
Includes instruments, , i.d. plates, Modena registration plates, all the engine and firewall plates of the original Pocher stickers.
$20 each
Alfa Shock Absorber Adjuster Knob - A012
Faithful reproduction of the Siata controller. Mounts on the dashboard and allows the driver to adjust the tension on the friction shock absorbers. Common on Alfas, but also seen on early RR's. Our knob specifically matches the emblem on our Alfa decal sheet. Resin.
$5 each
Alfa Horn - A013a
Cast bronze; drilled and tapped for side or rear mount. Includes brass strap to simulate prototype mount. Polished
$27 each
Alfa Horn - A013b
Cast bronze; drilled and tapped for side or rear mount. Includes brass strap to simulate prototype mount. Matte Finish
$22 each
Alfa Horn - A013c
Cast bronze; drilled and tapped for side or rear mount. Includes brass strap to simulate prototype mount. Chromed
$37 each
Alfa Breathers - A014
Accurate miniatures of the crankcase breathers used on the prototype 8c 2300 engine.
$48 per set of 4
Alfa Brake Lever - A015
Has the correct flattened and tapered profile, comes with styrene tubing for handle. Chrome plated
$16 each
Alfa Radiator Cap - A016
Threaded to fit the Pocher radiator fitting, and includes two sets of printed inserts.
$27 each
Alfa Fuel Pump Handle - A017
Exact-scale replica of the handle for the fuel pressure pump, nickel-plated.
$16 each
Alfa Replacement Cam Covers - A018
Cast resin replacement cam covers.
$20 per pair
Alfa Windshield Wiper Motors - M010
Chrome plated — 2mm threaded mount
$25 per pair
Alfa Spark Plugs - Z008
Spark Plugs Cast bronze — patterned after early Champion
$18 per set of 8
Alfa Lighting Kit - M028
For wiring the headlights, taillights and marker lamps. (Includes light bulbs, wire, switch, battery box and instructions)
$30 per kit
1932 Road Map of Italy - Z013
1:8 scale
$10 each
Real Leather - Z005s
Selected from the finest cabretta hides, our leathers are soft, flexible, thin and good smelling., select color from drop down window. Other colors may be available — call or email for custom colors.
$30 per hide
Piping for Leather - Z005a
Select color from drop down window. Most are made from real leather.
$8 per kit

 

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