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Discussion in '348/355' started by Dave rocks, Jul 23, 2014.

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  1. Eric C

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    #27 Dave rocks, Jul 24, 2014
    Eric, thanks for posting that pic! That's what I wanted to see
     
  3. phrogs

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    #28 phrogs, Jul 24, 2014
    I have one off of my car and I wonder if it's a ferrari part or aftermarket.

    Is there any marking on these from the factory? I didn't see anything so I wonder.

    It's not made all that well so it might be a ferrari part. But it looks like the ones posted earlier. In the tailing openings where the bens are at some of the holds are cut to relief and make the bend work.
     
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    :)
     
  5. Dave rocks

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    #30 Dave rocks, Jul 30, 2014
    Just to let you guys know, I bought a OEM Challenge grill yesterday from Eurospares. They stated they purchased all left over Ferrari stock.

    I should have it in a week or so.
     
  6. nsx2F355

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    #31 nsx2F355, Jul 30, 2014
    How much Dave? I may pick one up. I didn't find it easy to find on their website
     
  7. Dave rocks

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    #33 ketel, Jul 30, 2014
    I'd be a player if there's a group buy deal happening. Keep me posted.

    ketel
     
  9. Dave rocks

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    #34 Dave rocks, Jul 30, 2014
    See post #30
     
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    #35 Rally guy, Jul 30, 2014
    Hi guys - just managed to snag my first F-car - an F355 Berlinetta. I've been reading a ton and am convinced that header/cat induced heat in the engine bay is an issue to manage as best you can with these cars.

    While I can't find anyone who's done empirical, before-after engine bay temp studies re the Challenge Grill - there's enough anecdotal eveidence to convince me of thier efficacy. Plus - I like the look. :)

    "OEM" seems a red herring on these cars - with tons of the "from the factory" parts being already outsourced - so I have no problem with the origin of this part.

    The original pro-sport grill thread had some interesting, heated debate on the matter - with some folks noting that the Ferrari CG was actually MORE prone to rusting than this one. I cannot verify that in any way though.

    In any case - if any sort of discount/ group buy come's together - I'm in!

    Thanks,

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  11. Sally

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    #36 Sally, Jul 30, 2014
    So no group buy? So its best just to order one from that website?
     
  12. Dave rocks

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    #37 Dave rocks, Jul 30, 2014
    Guys, Exotic Auto Recycling would not offer a group by on the aftermarket grill. I decided to purchase the OEM grill as posted.
     
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    #39 nsx2F355, Jul 31, 2014
    That link goes to 96 or 99. Any idea if either will fit a 95? Sorry I'm just having any luck with their site and the price and being oem sounds very good. Thank you
     
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    #40 Dave rocks, Jul 31, 2014
    Best bet is to email Claudio - you can tell him I sent you (perhaps he will give you the same price as me - it was raised right after I made the purchase)

    [email protected]
     
  16. Sally

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    #41 Sally, Jul 31, 2014
    LOL I was thinking the same thing. I was looking for one for my 97, but didn't understand which one goes to which.
     
  17. nsx2F355

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    #42 nsx2F355, Jul 31, 2014
    Thanks Dave, your awfully good at navigating through these 355 waters for many of us here who are still all wet like myself
     
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    #45 SoCal1, Aug 5, 2014
    That got to you fast
     
  21. Sally

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    #46 Sally, Aug 5, 2014
    Waiting for pictures, then I'll order mine.
     
  22. Dave rocks

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    #47 Dave rocks, Aug 5, 2014
    I posted a pic, see above
     
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    #48 Dave rocks, Aug 5, 2014
    He shipped next day UPS which sounds crazy but I know from my own business that next day international is actually the best method.
     
  24. Sally

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    #49 Sally, Aug 5, 2014
    Oh I meant like on the car for fitment.
     
  25. Dave rocks

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    #50 Dave rocks, Aug 5, 2014
    Ok. I'm going to try and make time this weekend but I need to order rivets (ones that need to be drilled out to install)
     
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