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  1. vegas1

    vegas1 F1 Rookie

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    #1 vegas1, Oct 4, 2010
    I've bought a new 348 glove box lid gas strut off Ricambi which hasn't arrived as yet but in the interim, I was wondering how the old strut comes out of the glovebox.

    it's hard to get at and hard to see, but it looks like the strut is held on by a pin or similar at the top and bottom of the strut. Probably not many of you have replaced this strut as it's only pedantic guys like me who would think of doing so (my strut has lost its gas).

    Any assistance re the above would be greatly appreciated.
     
  2. Dohangs

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    #2 Dohangs, Oct 4, 2010
    Funny, I was thinking of replacing that same part. Let me know if you find out how to replace it.
     
  3. vegas1

    vegas1 F1 Rookie

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    #3 vegas1, Oct 4, 2010
    Shall do - watch this space.
     
  4. troppoveloce

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    #4 troppoveloce, Oct 5, 2010
    The swap out is as easy as it gets. Just a sliding pin/connector. I used a pair of needle-nose pliers and had it done in less than 4 minutes. Good luck!
     
  5. dapper

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    #5 dapper, Oct 5, 2010
    This was one of the first items I replaced when I got my 348 several years ago, the new F part then failed within months of fitting it, needless to say I didn't bother fitting a third!

    Be interested to hear if your replacement performs any better
     
  6. Tom_C

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    #6 Tom_C, Oct 5, 2010
    Congrats also if your strut works. My new aftermarket $50 strut (talk about non-ferrari robbery) lasted a whole 3 days of proper operation....
    But yeah, removal and reinstall is a piece of cake.
     
  7. troppoveloce

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    #7 troppoveloce, Oct 5, 2010
    Oh <<insert expletive of choice>> my new little strut has been working nicely for 5 weeks, it's probably getting ready to die. That'll be annoying, but at least I know to expect it now.
     
  8. Stentboy

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    #8 Stentboy, Oct 5, 2010
    Mine failed within the first month.
     
  9. hadley

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    #9 hadley, Oct 5, 2010
    Amen. Although, I didn't get mine from Ricambi (should have). Haven't replaced the replacement. As noted below, removal/installation is easy. It's the longevity that's an issue. Keep us posted as to how long yours lasts . . . get back us periodically. I'm subscribing to this thread. Good luck.
     
  10. vvassallo

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    #10 vvassallo, Oct 5, 2010
    Be sure to install it with the gas cylinder on top. This might make it last a few weeks longer... :p
     
  11. vegas1

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    #11 vegas1, Oct 5, 2010
    Thanks guys - I will try and fit the new replacement strut at the weekend.

    Not sure why they fail so quickly.

    I will keep you all posted as to its longevity - here's hoping.
     
  12. vegas1

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    #12 vegas1, Oct 5, 2010
    Thanx.

    So I just slide the pin one way by inserting the end of the long nosed pliers. There's not much space to work in the glovebox.

    It's only big enough to store a pair of gloves, isn't it !!!
     
  13. Stentboy

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    #13 Stentboy, Oct 5, 2010
    I did get mine from Ricambi.
     
  14. hadley

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    #14 hadley, Oct 6, 2010
    Ooooooh, bummer. Oh Daniel . . .
     
  15. vegas1

    vegas1 F1 Rookie

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    #15 vegas1, Oct 6, 2010
    It's not Daniel's fault if they fail the test.

    Try blaming Ferrari as they are a genuine part.
     
  16. PAP 348

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    #16 PAP 348, Oct 7, 2010
    Thats right mate, Daniel didnt make those little struts. :D:D
     
  17. hadley

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    #17 hadley, Oct 7, 2010
    Agreed. Although, the retailer should warranty or not sell the product, IMHO.
     
  18. Ricambi America

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    #18 Ricambi America, Oct 7, 2010
    Stentboy's were purchased in March 2009. Really, if somebody contacted me in a reasonable amount of time, I'd be happy to refund.

    Let vegas1 install his, and we'll see how it goes. If it fails quickly, I'll pull them from the catalog.
     
  19. Stentboy

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    #19 Stentboy, Oct 7, 2010
    I'm not faulting your company, and I'm not asking for a refund.
     
  20. PAP 348

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    #20 PAP 348, Oct 7, 2010
    For sure, Daniel only sells the BEST Ferrari products. :D:D

    I assume this is probably the first he had heard of "his" struts failing. :):)

    Good man. :):)

    :cool::cool:
     
  21. vegas1

    vegas1 F1 Rookie

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    #21 vegas1, Oct 7, 2010
    I will endorse all the Ferrari 348 parts I've purchased from Daniel at Ricambi over the past five years as factory original quality parts (and I am very fussy as I expect concours standards) and Daniel has always been courteous, efficient and timely with his advice and shipping.

    And I don't live in the USA, so I have no affiliation with Ricambi.
     
  22. PAP 348

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    #22 PAP 348, Oct 7, 2010
    Your 348 must be one of the best in the world I must say! :eek::eek:
     
  23. vegas1

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    #23 vegas1, Oct 7, 2010
    Thanx Pap - but second only to yours (and all the remainder of our
    F-chat brothers)!

    Beauty is in the eye of the beholder - all 348'a are beautiful (IMO).
     
  24. PAP 348

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    #24 PAP 348, Oct 8, 2010
    Thanks mate, but my car is a pig compared to yours. :eek::eek:
     
  25. hadley

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    #25 hadley, Oct 8, 2010
    I expected nothing less from you Daniel. Let's think positive thoughts.
     
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