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  1. Bob308GTS

    Bob308GTS Formula 3

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    #1 Bob308GTS, Feb 17, 2004
    Anyone interested in seeing how to do things on your Ferrari? I will be first to offer, as most of you know I am doing a complete suspension rebuild on my 308, all parts are off this would be a great time to see just what is involved in doing this job. First warm weekend I can do the chassis paint and then put things back together, who's up for seeing a 308 get it's wheels back on the ground. ( time of course is weather dependant )
     
  2. Tod328gts

    Tod328gts Formula Junior

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    #2 Tod328gts, Feb 18, 2004

    Hey Bob, If you need help, just say the word... ;) I'de be more than happy to come help and check out the guts to a 308... I could even bring the beer too.... This year i'm just having Continental do all my work, until i get more familiar with things. The only thing now that i probably only do is oil change and i have to fix the cig. lighter, so i can plug my cell phone or radar det. in....

    Let me know when you plan this fun activity, i'll see what me schedule looks like, so far, it's pretty open till spring time...

    Tod
     
  3. Bob308GTS

    Bob308GTS Formula 3

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    #3 Bob308GTS, Feb 18, 2004
    With the way the weather is turning now I hope to paint in the next few weeks, so if all goes well should be ready to get it back together mid to late March
     
  4. Tod328gts

    Tod328gts Formula Junior

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    #4 Tod328gts, Feb 18, 2004

    What are you painting??? Your car seemed to be in real good shape when i saw it last.... Suppose to be nice the next couple of days here, lets hope this is a trend and will only get better.....
     
  5. Bob308GTS

    Bob308GTS Formula 3

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    #5 Bob308GTS, Feb 18, 2004
    No body painting this year, just the exposed frame areas, good time to do this with a lot of the junk out of the way.
     
  6. spike308

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    #6 spike308, Feb 21, 2004
    Have you set a date to have people come to your "show and tell"??
    I'd love to go.
     
  7. Bob308GTS

    Bob308GTS Formula 3

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    #7 Bob308GTS, Feb 21, 2004
    Have not set a date yet, just hoping for warmer weather
     
  8. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #8 tifosi12, Feb 22, 2004
    Depending on when it is I might join as well. Would love to take some pictures of your disassembled car. Think calendar...
     
  9. Bob308GTS

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    #9 Bob308GTS, Feb 22, 2004
    In thinking about a date, there is only one free weekend left in March, how does Sat. March 13 work for those interested, around 1 or so
     
  10. spike308

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    #10 spike308, Feb 22, 2004
    I'm off, and will be there if it happens...
     
  11. Bob308GTS

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    #11 Bob308GTS, Mar 7, 2004
    For those interested, this sat. around 1 or so. PM me for directions and phone #
     
  12. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #12 tifosi12, Mar 8, 2004
    Sorry, I can't make it. Have another thing going on, but I'm sure whoever will be there will learn quite a bit from Bob.

    Hopefully I can make it to your place some other time this or next month. My car is slowly waking up.
     
  13. spike308

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    #13 spike308, Mar 13, 2004
    Reminder...
    Bob's today at 1pm.... hope you all are there!
     
  14. Bob308GTS

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    #14 Bob308GTS, Mar 13, 2004
    I'll be there for sure, hope to do more of these, we can all learn something about our cars
     
  15. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #15 tifosi12, Mar 13, 2004
    PLS TAKE PICTURES. LOZA!
     
  16. Bob308GTS

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    #16 Bob308GTS, Mar 13, 2004
    Thanks to Tod and Mike for coming over, had fun guys. Even got a little work done
     
  17. spike308

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    #17 spike308, Mar 14, 2004
    Thanks Bob!
    Very informative, and nice meeting you and Todd.
    The rest of you missed out on a great learning opportunity.
    I look forward to the next one!
     
  18. Tod328gts

    Tod328gts Formula Junior

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    #18 Tod328gts, Mar 14, 2004
    Yes, had a great time also, Thanks Bob and nice to meet you Mike..

    OK, what everyone has been waiting for, i got some picture i'll post and i'll let Bob comentary on them...

    OK, Here's picture # 1 :
     
  19. Tod328gts

    Tod328gts Formula Junior

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    #19 Tod328gts, Mar 14, 2004
    Picture # 2 :
     
  20. Tod328gts

    Tod328gts Formula Junior

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    #20 Tod328gts, Mar 14, 2004
    Picture # 3 :
     
  21. Tod328gts

    Tod328gts Formula Junior

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    #21 Tod328gts, Mar 14, 2004
    Picture # 4 :
     
  22. Tod328gts

    Tod328gts Formula Junior

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    #22 Tod328gts, Mar 14, 2004
    And the last one, Picture # 5 :
     
  23. tifosi12

    tifosi12 Four Time F1 World Champ
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    #23 tifosi12, Mar 15, 2004
    I sorta recognize the bits and pieces. It is amazing how cramed in that rear part of the car is. Never fully realized that.

    Did you guys have any left over parts after assembly?
    :)
     
  24. Bob308GTS

    Bob308GTS Formula 3

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    #24 Bob308GTS, Mar 15, 2004
    Still have lots of parts left, just roughed the rear together so far, still waiting for a few parts.

    Pics

    1 Right rear waiting for parts

    2 Upper rear A arm ready to go on the car

    3 Rear stub axle carriers cleaned with new bearings ready to install

    4 Right front new rack boots tie rod ends and sway bar

    5 Right rear lower a arm and carrier installed
     
  25. Bob308GTS

    Bob308GTS Formula 3

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    #25 Bob308GTS, Mar 15, 2004
    Next tech session, doing a 4 wheel alignment at home. Will set a date in the near future
     
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