Detailed procedure and instructions for 30K major service on 308/328

I searched the archives but could not find a detailed description as to how a 30K mile major service is performed on a 308/328. I am basically looking for an “Idiot’s guide to performing a 30K miles service on your 308/328”. If anyone has such a document, would you kindly post it for others to share. Thanks.

Ken

 

I have what you are looking for.......

1. Call mechanic (preferrably a Ferrari dealership or someone will use that against you when you sell it)

2. Explain you want a 30K done.

3. Set up appointment.

4. Bring car in. Some will pick it up for you depending on the kind of money you have spent in their establishment.

5. Wait one week.

6. Wring hands over expectation of bill of sale.

7. Go get car.

8. Pay bill.

9. Wipe eyes and try not to lose composure in front of service desk.

10. Drive home feeling, for the first time, confident that your timing belt won't snap and wreck your motor. At least not today.

11. Store receipt in large file with the rest of them so you look like a concerned/anal/caring previous owner when it comes time to sell.

12. The next day, the fear will probably come back when you read a post or two on FerrariChat about someone's cousin's friend's brother whos timing belt snapped the DAY after his 30k and set him back $22k.


Hey, you are getting EXACTLY what you asked for..... ;-)

 

I found a shop in Portland that posted this somewhere:

*30,000 mile (MAJOR) Service for 308's, 328's, Mondial 3.2's & QV's = $2995.00
(348's are $3995.00 and Mondial t's & F355's are $4995.00 due to parts cost, engine removal, etc.)

{Documentation of every Major Service comes complete with a full write-up, pictures, and all receipts for your records}

-Replace Spark Plugs (NGK or Bosch)
-Replace Timing Belts and Tensioner Bearings
-Replace Cam Seals and Housing O-Rings
-Replace Valve Cover Gaskets
-Replace Distributor Seals and Housing Gaskets
-Replace Distributor Cap Gaskets
-Replace Cam End Cover Gaskets
-Replace Air Filter
-Replace Fuel Filter(s)
-Replace A/C Belt
-Replace Alternator / Water Pump Belt
-Adjust Valves (where applicable)
-Torque Cam Journals
-Torque Heads (check only)
-Set Timing
-Bleed Brake Lines
-Change Oil and New Filter
-Change Transaxle Gear Fluid
-Replace Coolant
-Inspection/Service of Air Conditioning System (recharge "R12" extra on 308's/348's but "R134" is included on F355's)
-Inspect all Lines (fuel, oil, water) and replace if necessary (extra charge for parts)
-Check of Lambda System and Bosch Fuel Injection System (make adjustments if necessary)
-Clean Engine Compartment
-Pressurize Coolant System, check for leaks
-Inspect CV Boots
-Inspect Fuse Panel
-Inspect Tires / Adj. Tire pressure

{The items below are inspected and advised to the customer at no charge. If any item(s) require service, the customer will be advised of the cost.

-Inspect Water Pump
-Inspect all Seals (shift shaft, main, timing gear assy)
-Inspect Ignition Wires / Caps / Rotors
-Inspect all Bulbs, Lights, Electrical Motors
-Inspect Clutch Pedal play (adjustment setting if necessary)
-Inspect all Suspension Bushings / Connections
-Inspect all Exhaust Joints / Connections for leaks
-Inspect Brake Pads and Discs
-Inspect Wheel Bearings

 

That is from Eugenio's in the LA area...

http://emelbon.tripod.com/eugeniosferrariservice.html

But I think Ken is looking for the actual procedures, not a simple list of services required.

 

http://www.camerafilters.com/ec/timing.htm

expensivecar.com has several interesting diy articles

 

I hope not, because that would be asking a bit much, to explain how to do each of like 20 different jobs.

 

I found this thread searching for a shop in Portland to get a (gasp!) 60k mile service done on my '78 308. That list you posted - what shop is that from?

Does anyone see anything missing from that list? Does the price seem reasonable?

Thanks!

 

Well, if you read the thread you'll see Dave Handa mentioned Eugenio's.....here's the link again:
http://emelbon.tripod.com/eugeniosferrariservice.html
and to me the price seems reasonable.

 

Ken:
A person named Ric Rainbolt wrote a great one for a 308. The 328 is slightly different. This procedure is step by step. I took his and started to modify it for the 328, but never quite finished.
Ric's can be found here http://www.camerafilters.com/ec/timing.htm

Enjoy,

Mark