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09-22-2006, 09:40 PM
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Emergency Interchange Part Number List
When contemplating a road trip that would take you into areas that have seldom seen a Ferrari, it would be comforting to have an emergency parts interchange list that covered items such as A/C, water and air pump belts, thermostats, bearings, seals, radiator hoses, air, oil and fuel filters. With bearing numbers pulled from the stock item it is often possible to have a bearing supply house cross-reference a replacement that hopefully would get you out of an emergency and see you home safely. I am not talking about getting by on the cheap. We are talking about a well researched cross-reference or interchange list that would provide a little peace of mind when driving through out of the way places. Speaking of out of the way roads to explore, I highly recommend taking the road from hwy 5 to the Okanagan in Washington State by way of the North Cascade Mountains. A well paved road that winds through spectacular river valleys and up steep mountain sides. There is a unique western town along the way that is a hoot to explore. The old buildings are a treasure and the people are wonderful. Heaven forbid having a breakdown in Omak. You would welcome a Ferrari part interchange list to source an available part. There is a parts store close to Taco Bells, but, I bet they don't have a clue what water pump belt fits a 308 GTS or even what spark plugs or oil filter will get you on the road again. Could we all give some thought to supporting the creation of an emergency breakdown parts interchange list. You or a friend might be awful grateful for having such a practical list to carry in your tool bag...don't leave home without it!!!! Jim
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09-22-2006, 11:53 PM
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I don't know if this is going to help but i do cary a Premium AAA auto club card that gives me 200 mile FREE towing and my tool box.
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09-23-2006, 12:32 AM
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while I understand the dilema, and would want the same, I question the validity of many parts at mass-merchant autoparts stores (i.e. Autozone, NAPA, Pep Boys, etc.).
I recently purchased brake rotors for my BMW from Autozone. I purchased the 'correct' part (according to their computer) and when I went to install, it wouldn't fit over the emergency brake brake-shoe. I returned them and purchased all parts from a mail-order parts house that specializes in BMW parts. BINGO, everything fit the first time. The point is, just because the 'book' says that a specific part may fit, it does not necessarily 'fit'.
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#4
09-23-2006, 12:50 AM
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09-23-2006, 04:50 AM
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There are cross reference threads throughout Ferrarichat. Search, and you'll find them. Want my advice? Buy original parts and just keep a little emergency kit in your boot. A few belts, a filter (if you're so inclined), an oil drain plug, a few crush washers, a tow hook, maybe some Stabilant, and a AAA card. If something breaks on the road and the above-listed items can't solve it, you're best bet is to haul the car home anyway.
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09-23-2006, 11:23 AM
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The best thing to have on a road trip is the phone numbers of the respected repair facilities and as many friends as you can find along the way. That way if something happens you can be sure you will get the car to a safe place (at least for short-term storage) in a realtively quick time.
Like Daniel said, you can carry a few of the most common items but much more than that and you will be hauling the car somewhere else to be fixed.
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