1977 308 GT4

Great story! Enjoy the restoration!

 

Mike, great story and sorry to hear about your father. He had great taste, that I know without even knowing him

I tend to use these guys, really for their prices: https://www.awitalian.com/shop?swoof=0&product_cat=ferrari&show_model

Also, Superformance in the UK is also a great source.

A few things that will likely hang up those carbs (I assume he has or will be fully rebuilding them, which isn't terribly expensive, but should be done for sure), what type of ignition source is it running? Some convert over to electronic from single/double distributors. Also, plenty of good youtube videos out there too on tuning 40 DCNF's.

I HIGHLY recommend changing ALL fuel lines on this car before working towards any extended run times. You really don't want a fire, and as someone who worked to bring back a 10 year "sitter" it can be detrimental to many parts in there as the rubber deteriorates rather quickly when sitting (and if the fuel tanks had gas in them, these can rust too, I had a quarter sized hole in my left tank).

Beyond that, a basic belt service, water pump etc. should be done (if your mechanic can, go for the "full major" and tackle all seals, gaskets etc. it'll be worth it in the long run). THEN, you can focus on the outside/interior/etc.

Enjoy man, and keep this thread updated! Would love to see your progress with sentimental value.

 

Cool that you want to restore the car. It will be a great way to remember your Dad. Pierce Manifolds in CA do a great job with rebuilding the carbs to like new condition. There was a thread recently that listed all the parts suppliers so worth checking that out. Most parts are not that hard to come by new or used unless you need body panels.


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Buy Weber parts from Pierce Manifolds in Gilroy, CA.
Whatever you do, change the rubber hoses and do not buy a fuel pressure regulator from Napa. That is how I got my GT4 car fire.

 

That is a worthwhile restoration for sure! I hope that it brings back fond memories every time you drive it.

It was mentioned above, but I'll just reinforce: check all of the ignition stuff. Just replace everything expendable. So many fuel problems are really ignition, and the ignition systems on these cars are complicated, have many failure points (!), and many failure modes. Just be 100% sure you have super solid spark on all 8 plugs at the right time.

 

I’m sorry for your loss and I hope you can carry on part of him in your Dino. I have very much the same story with how I got my Dino eight years ago. It probably needs lots of work but if you’re willing and dedicated you can get it running again. Enjoy and think about him every time you sit in that seat and see life how he did!!!

 

I was in Pasadena/Deer Park/LaPorte the other day....some guy came bombing up the On Ramp in a 355 Spider, it looked a little scruffy paint wise but he was driving it.

Got some good posts here on the carbs, and drop back in as you have problems.
I have the (very similar) 1977 308GTB.

I also moved from Texas City to the Heights!


Hourly wage earners can make it to a Ferrari, if you are careful.

 

Luckily from the Factory AC you have tinted glass there....

 

Nothing wrong with the gears, I think an adjustment of your selector forks is in order!

 

Well hopefully that WAS a tang from the selector fork......there's not much else but fractured teeth that can come adrift, in there....you are in the Austin area??

Hill Country Exotic Service is very good.

Moorespeed has also worked on my cars..

 

Wow! That’s hard to listen to. It almost sounds like a timing issue to me. Your mechanic replaced the timing belts as well, right?

2cam

 

Michael I sent you PM

 

A great story, and great to hear about the restoration! Whatever you do, don't strip the car like I did for my now 'complete' restoration. After 10 years, I still haven't driven it, a serious amount of money has been invested into it, and I'm still miles off. I need to restore everything and rebuild it on my lack of photos!

Look forward to reading your progress..

 

Love stories like this. Good luck with the restoration. It's going to try your patience and test your resolve, but once done you'll have a piece of your families history to cherish for years to come.

My car carries a similar story, except I didn't need to do very much resto on mine at all. I'll be trying to hang onto it for my boy one day.

 

...you’re in OUTSTANDING hands...Brian is one of the best in the WORLD...you won’t need it with Brian but best of luck anyways...please keep us posted,Stuart