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Discussion in '348/355' started by fullmonty, Jan 10, 2013.

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  1. fullmonty

    fullmonty Formula Junior

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    #1 fullmonty, Jan 10, 2013
    Hi ya' ll, test drove a beautiful 97' triple blk 6 speed manual. Has extensive records. Car is sweet, beautiful straight black bodywork, handles great, shifts smoothly, pulls well, stops great, top fully functional but most importantly, sounds AWESOME-full tubi exhaust. I went over the car very carefully, I did forget to check one thing, oops... the stereo. Final "hand shake" will be based on results of PPI-compression/leakdown test tomorrow.
     
  2. AceMaster

    AceMaster Three Time F1 World Champ

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    #2 AceMaster, Jan 10, 2013
    Congratulations.

    I like that it has extensive service records.
     
  3. TomPDX

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    #3 TomPDX, Jan 10, 2013
    I don't want to jinx it, but ... Congrats! And welcome!
     
  4. rendergod

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    #4 rendergod, Jan 10, 2013
    Sounds like a great car. If you're getting a Tubi you won't need a stereo! I've used my stereo for maybe ten minutes during the last 13 years...
     
  5. fullmonty

    fullmonty Formula Junior

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    #5 fullmonty, Jan 10, 2013
    Thanks guys, will let you know how it goes tomorrow. I'll post compression #'s.
     
  6. GerryD

    GerryD Formula 3

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    #6 GerryD, Jan 10, 2013
    Yes throw in some pics of that babe. Sounds like a good one.
     
  7. J. Salmon

    J. Salmon F1 Rookie
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    #7 J. Salmon, Jan 10, 2013
    You have your priorities in line: compression test, exhaust. Sweet! Good luck!
     
  8. fullmonty

    fullmonty Formula Junior

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    #8 fullmonty, Jan 13, 2013
    Exhaust system Fabspeed headers and cats, Tubi Muffs.That was good, now the compression/leakdown.

    Cyl PSI / %

    1 190 / 5
    2 190 / 10
    3 186/ 10
    4 210/ 5
    5 195/ 10
    6 210/ 5
    7 * 100/75 *
    8 190/ 7

    # 4 a little valve cover oil leak in spark plug housing flowed into cylinder
    # 7, A major shock to all of us. Car runs so strong. Determined intake side of head is culprit.

    The discussion continues with the seller today.
     
  9. plugzit

    plugzit F1 Veteran
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    #9 plugzit, Jan 13, 2013
    Give it an Italian tune-up and test #7 again.
    Sell the stereo. Useless weight. :)
     
  10. Mistery

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    #10 Mistery, Jan 13, 2013
    congrats and good luck!!!! i know in my Skyline R33 with a 4 in full Exhaust i NEVER use my Radio haha!! i LOVE just hearing my Exhaust!!!
     
  11. drbob101

    drbob101 F1 Rookie
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    #11 drbob101, Jan 13, 2013
    Good luck with your car. You might like to check out the threads that I have started recently regarding a similar situation with a car I was looking to purchase that also has compression and leakdown issues.
     
  12. roadracer311

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    #12 roadracer311, Jan 13, 2013
    Good luck. That one cylinder sounds worrisome though.
     
  13. fullmonty

    fullmonty Formula Junior

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    #13 fullmonty, Jan 15, 2013
    Total shock to everyone, car runs so smoothly and strong, seller and I came to agreement on reduced price to accommodate engine out service. She currently is lounging in my garage. Will enjoy her for a couple of weeks then I'll bring her over for service.
     
  14. F355steve

    F355steve Formula 3

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    #14 F355steve, Jan 15, 2013
    Service? What are your plans on with fixing the head?

    CONGRATS ON YOUR FERRARI!!!
     
  15. fullmonty

    fullmonty Formula Junior

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    #15 fullmonty, Jan 15, 2013
    My mechanic is going to scope inside to see if he can identify exact problem, more likely than not, engine out, head removal/repair of issue, major service.
     

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