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  1. 16v2911TT

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    #1 16v2911TT, Sep 29, 2016
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    Hello all! I just wanted to introduce myself to the board...I picked this up back in June as a birthday gift to myself - black/tan 1995 F355 GTB. The forum has been an invaluable resource in helping find the car itself, sourcing parts, upgrades, etc. so thank you to those who have contributed!

    I have a few mods planned for this thing. I recently purchased a Tubi Tube-Only system along with some test pipes, sport cats and H&R springs. I was thinking maybe some wheels too?...I don't think the car needs a whole lot, so we'll see. I was wondering though, my seal belt warning light (and buzzer?) has recently stopped working - the seats were recently removed to be re-dyed and the engine was removed and serviced. Any ideas on where to start?

    Anyway, I've attached a quick gas station fill-up photo below. I look forward to meeting some of you guys!
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  2. fatbillybob

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    #2 fatbillybob, Sep 29, 2016
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    #3 JoeAsheville, Sep 29, 2016
    Welcome. Awesome car :D
     
  4. Dave rocks

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    #4 Dave rocks, Sep 29, 2016
    Welcome :) I'm a fan of Black / Tan.

    Regarding your seat belt buzzer - under the driver's seat is a connector - make sure it's plugged in :)
     
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    #5 16v2911TT, Sep 29, 2016
    Hmm, I don't see any connectors underneath the driver's seat but I do see a black cable running from the seat belt unit and into/under the center console - is that it?
     
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    #6 Robb, Sep 29, 2016
    Welcome, when I first saw your photo I thought you had a red interior, but I guess that was just the seat covers.

    Great looking cars. Look forward to seeing your adventures.

    Robb
     
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    #7 Dave rocks, Sep 29, 2016
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    Yep.
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    #8 PAP 348, Sep 29, 2016
    Awesome 355! Congrats and welcome. :)
     
  9. 16v2911TT

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    #9 16v2911TT, Sep 29, 2016
    Thank you guys for the warm welcome!

    Thanks, Dave. Does anyone know how to fully remove the center console? I've done a search on here but can only find DIY articles on removing the shift plate, HVAC controls, etc. Thanks!
     
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    #10 Dave rocks, Sep 29, 2016
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    Yes, please see the video on my site: Help and Documents ? Sticky RX Refinishing Solutions

    [ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LwOobvic5Ps[/ame]

    That video will show how to remove the bulk of the trim.

    To remove the rest of the console is rather self explanatory - Here is a picture that may help you.

    Near the front of the console where it meets the tunnel carpet, each side has a screw in the carpet section that comes out. Also, the leather storage tray area has to be lifted up to expose some fasteners.
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  11. 16v2911TT

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    #11 16v2911TT, Sep 29, 2016
    Wow! Thank you. I'll give it a whirl this weekend.
     
  12. flat_plane_eddie

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    #12 flat_plane_eddie, Sep 29, 2016
    Nice birthday present! I told myself mine was my Christmas present last year lol...

    Not sure what part of LA/SoCal you're in exactly but if you ever want someone to cruise the mean streets of LA with let me know!
     
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    #13 Qavion, Sep 29, 2016
    Hello...er... Mr. 16v2911TT...

    If there are no obvious breaks in the seat belt wiring wiring, check out this message thread:

    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/348-355-sponsored-bradan/525227-seatbelt-warning-light-cabling.html

    An artist's impression of the circuit on a USA car:

    http://members.iinet.net.au/[email protected]/FerrariF355Spider/USASeatbeltWarningCircuit.gif

    Cheers
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  14. cf355

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    #14 cf355, Sep 29, 2016
    nice ride.....enjoy the 'new toy' :)
     
  15. 16v2911TT

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    #15 16v2911TT, Sep 29, 2016
    Hah! Well, it's my first Ferrari and if things continue to go well, hopefully not my last :D I work in San Diego but live in Orange County. I used to work in LA, whereabouts do you stay?

    Thank you Ian!

    Thank you!
     
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    #16 flat_plane_eddie, Sep 29, 2016
    Nice well hopefully it's the first of many then! I'm in Playa del Rey by Marina and LAX.
     
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    #17 16v2911TT, Sep 30, 2016
    Thank you. A good friend of mine lives near the LMU campus. I'll PM you the next time I'm out in that area!
     

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