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Discussion in '348/355' started by F355Bob, Mar 30, 2011.

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  1. F355Bob

    F355Bob Formula 3

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    #1 F355Bob, Mar 30, 2011
    I had a problem of starting the car from cold when sits for over 8 hours. It would not start right up but would if I recycled the key and let it crank again. I know others have had this problem. I put in the Helm's gold connectors and now it starts right up even in 30 degree temps. It must have been something in the computer connectors that controls cold start because it only got better after the computer connectors were changed.
     
  2. TheRossatron

    TheRossatron Karting

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    #2 TheRossatron, Mar 30, 2011
    Nice work!
     
  3. mj_duell

    mj_duell Formula 3

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    #3 mj_duell, Mar 30, 2011
    The Helm's gold connector kit should almost be a requirement after buying a Ferrari or doing a major. With this much positive feedback on the kit it is proven to be a "must" for anyone wanting an excellent running Ferrari. I am not a paid spokesmen, just a fan, lol ;D
     
  4. Chris Honeywell

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    #4 Chris Honeywell, Mar 30, 2011
    Does everything come with the Helm's kit? replacement boots etc for the connectors ?

    Also does it come with the tools needed to crimp all the connections on?
     
  5. F355Bob

    F355Bob Formula 3

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    #5 F355Bob, Mar 30, 2011
    It does come with everything including a new connector block for the computer if you get the whole kit.
     
  6. chas-3

    chas-3 Formula 3
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    #6 chas-3, Mar 30, 2011
    +1 My 348 runs silky smooth. Nothing better than having all the electronics communicating properly.
     
  7. captglen

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    #7 captglen, Mar 30, 2011
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    This kit is a work or art, Dave put 1000's of hours into developing it to make it the best of the best as he does with all his stuff. He is a Guru's Guru
     
  8. PorscheGuy

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    #8 PorscheGuy, Mar 30, 2011
    How much does it cost to get one installed?
     
  9. captglen

    captglen Formula 3
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    #9 captglen, Mar 30, 2011
    You could probably do it yourself if you mechanically inclined.
    The kit comes with everything, evern extra gold pins to practice on
     
  10. roadracer311

    roadracer311 Formula 3

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    #10 roadracer311, Mar 31, 2011
    Glad to hear another success story.

    Where does one find this computer (ECU) in the 355. I'm curious to have a look at the connectors.
     
  11. Night life

    Night life F1 Veteran
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    #11 Night life, Mar 31, 2011
    I like it when problems get solved and someone actually posts it, usually we hear all the complaints and the please help me but we rarely see the end result of mission accomplished. It's like they get their problems solved and see ya later lol.

    So thank you for posting this :)
     
  12. PAP 348

    PAP 348 Ten Time F1 World Champ
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    #12 PAP 348, Mar 31, 2011
    Good to hear mate. :):)
     

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