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John Delvac (Johndelvac)
Junior Member
Username: Johndelvac
Post Number: 182
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Sunday, December 15, 2002 - 10:41 am: | |
Thanks guys! So I guess a 246 still has the 15k mile valve adjustment and standard Ferrari water pump and clutch wear. |
J. Grande (Jay)
Member
Username: Jay
Post Number: 903
Registered: 10-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, December 14, 2002 - 7:37 pm: | |
You could also mention that it has the same engine found in the Fiat Dino both the 2.0L (aluminum block) and 2.4L (iron block). The Fiat Dino Coupe was designed by Bertone and the Fiat Dino Spyder designed by Pininfarina. Of course the Ferrari Dino was designed by Pininfarina. The same engine is also found in Bertone's Lancia Stratos. |
Willis Huang (Willis360)
Intermediate Member
Username: Willis360
Post Number: 1057
Registered: 8-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, December 14, 2002 - 4:34 pm: | |
Ferrari first used belts on the 365BB, I believe. I really wish they'd go back to chains for the new cars. |
John Delvac (Johndelvac)
Junior Member
Username: Johndelvac
Post Number: 179
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, December 14, 2002 - 1:36 pm: | |
Timing chain? This is a huge suprise! |
JRV (Jrvall)
Member
Username: Jrvall
Post Number: 385
Registered: 11-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, December 14, 2002 - 1:35 pm: | |
I can answer a couple of your questions, I've done a few 246's over the years. Doing an engine & trans right now actually.
1. 2487 GT models were made (not GTS)--->???
2. 2.4L V6 with 3 webbers ---->yes
3. ?What body parts are steel/aluminum/fiberglass? ---->all deck lids are aluminum
4. ?Were there any recalls to check? --->???
5. ?Belts or chain? ---->chains
6. ?Cable or hydraulic? ---->cable
7. ?K&N Filter size? ---->??
8. ?30k service cost? --->likely varies on need
9. ?Clutch life and cost(heavy traffic use)?--->life 30K+ miles -cost approx $ 1400
10. ?Which brand air compressor came on it? --->york/tecumsah
11. ?Notorious problems? -->rust/overheating/oil leaks/dropping valves/
12. ?Interesting history? --->neat sound/beautiful lines/
13. ?Best (not cheapest) 246 mechanic in Atlanta (Wade, Terry, etc.)? ---->???
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Terry (Dogue)
Junior Member
Username: Dogue
Post Number: 150
Registered: 9-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, December 14, 2002 - 1:27 pm: | |
3. (I think) body panels are steel trunk, hood and bonnet are aluminum.
4. don't know of any
5. Chain
6. should know but don't
9. depends on driving habits
Look at Anthony Curtis Book on the Dino. It has some very informative info. I know there is a couple more books out also. Maintenance questions refer to Forza issue with buyers guide.
I care for a 206GT, and it is one of the most fun cars to drive. GoKart feel. It is a bit under powered but makes up for it in handling and sound.
I should be able to answer more and am embarrassed that I am not able to. |
Douglas A Hunt (Boxercrazy)
New member
Username: Boxercrazy
Post Number: 16
Registered: 11-2002
| | Posted on Saturday, December 14, 2002 - 1:27 pm: | |
wow! i am from WV and i sure didnt know of any 246gt's here.of course i didnt know about mr gammons 275gtb either,until he joined ferrarichat. :-)
i have always thought the 246's were great looking cars,never tire of looking at them!!
douglas hunt |
John Delvac (Johndelvac)
Junior Member
Username: Johndelvac
Post Number: 178
Registered: 11-2001
| | Posted on Saturday, December 14, 2002 - 12:55 pm: | |
Today, I spoke with someone in Atlanta who just bought a '73 246GT. Neither of us know a whole lot about this model and we would like some information. Here are the facts we know, or want to know:
1. 2487 GT models were made (not GTS)
2. 2.4L V6 with 3 webbers
3. ?What body parts are steel/aluminum/fiberglass?
4. ?Were there any recalls to check?
5. ?Belts or chain?
6. ?Cable or hydraulic?
7. ?K&N Filter size?
8. ?30k service cost?
9. ?Clutch life and cost(heavy traffic use)?
10. ?Which brand air compressor came on it?
11. ?Notorious problems?
12. ?Interesting history?
13. ?Best (not cheapest) 246 mechanic in Atlanta (Wade, Terry, etc.)?
I'm sure we can get some pics of this car posted soon. Does any one else have a GT? I'm very excited to have this car in town. It came from West-(by God)-Virginia. |