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Discussion in '360/430' started by jwbond, Jan 28, 2012.

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  1. jwbond

    jwbond Karting

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    #1 jwbond, Jan 28, 2012
    I am reconstructing the entrance of my driveway. I plan to purchase an F430 spider this year and want to make sure I'm not scraping EVERY time I enter or exit.

    Does anyone know what grade will work?
     
  2. Tio

    Tio Formula Junior

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    #2 Tio, Jan 29, 2012
    A standard F430 has an approx clearance of 12.5cm from the underside of the front bumper.

    Mine is lowered a little and i have a clearance of 11.5cm.
     
  3. jwbond

    jwbond Karting

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    #3 jwbond, Jan 29, 2012
    Thanks!

    I suppose I need to take that along with the distance from the front wheels to back. That should help determine the angles...I think.
     
  4. Simon^2

    Simon^2 F1 World Champ

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    #4 Simon^2, Jan 29, 2012
    Don't forget to consider the length of the overhangs.

    Obviously the crown of the road has equal effect on the total angle as the incline of the driveway.

    You'll get extra safety if you increase the width so you can enter / exit at an angle as well.
     
  5. jwbond

    jwbond Karting

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    #5 jwbond, Jan 29, 2012
    Thanks Simon!

    I currently have a viper gts. It's front spoiler is low for an already low car. I don't think the 430 would be worse, but I don't want to just assume.
     
  6. RobD

    RobD Formula 3

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    #6 RobD, Jan 29, 2012
    As long as you approach at an angle and go slowly, most inclines are doable. The 430 has decent ground clearance, but as someone already said the front overhang is long. Many 430's have minor scrapes under the spoiler, it's no big deal. Skid plates are available, though some claim they can catch on a park-stop or something and damage the facia. However, many owners have them installed and don't have any problems. You just have to be a little careful.
     
  7. jwbond

    jwbond Karting

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    #7 jwbond, Jan 29, 2012
    I'm used to being careful and accept that these low flying sport cars will have scratches underneath. As long as I can't see them I'm happy!
     
  8. Przemek79

    Przemek79 Rookie

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    #8 Przemek79, Aug 26, 2013
    Hi
    I am planning to buy 360. My garage is unfortunatelly under the house. Exit is not steep but I am worried that I will scratch front bumper. Does anybody know what is secure angle ?
     
  9. ferrone

    ferrone Karting

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    #9 ferrone, Aug 26, 2013
    2% fall is safe
     
  10. Przemek79

    Przemek79 Rookie

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    #10 Przemek79, Aug 26, 2013
    I have much more than 2%, my BMW 5 (with "M-style" sport lower suspension) doesn't have problem but 360 is lower
     
  11. ypsilon

    ypsilon F1 Rookie

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    #11 ypsilon, Aug 26, 2013
    Lol, and how long do you think that will make the ramp/driveway up to ground floor......
     
  12. 308inatl

    308inatl Karting
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    #12 308inatl, Aug 28, 2013
    If any doubt, get a bridge unit for the driveway entrance from Griots. I did and it has saved my butt and my 430's nose!
     

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