Good point to cosider when fueling your car

Point to add:

If smoking a cigarette, be sure to hold it in the opposite hand from the one you’re using to pump the gas. Way safer that way.


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This is really great advice, and will save lives for sure. I always wondered why gas stations have signs all over that say no smoking.

 

#6 is my #1 regardless of what I'm doing or where I am.

 

Good points, although I usually go down to a quarter tank before refilling (I hate stopping for gas).

I never thought about point 3, it makes sense the tank refilling will stir up sediment. Although I think all pumps have filters, but who knows when they changed them.

I don't like to top off my tank, so I do use the automatic shutoff. It stops the refueling well before the tank is topped off.

 

John, I'm Kramer and you're Stan!

 

Pull into gas station..fill tank..pay..carry on..

 

I’d prefer smoking be encouraged for those dumb enough to not understand why it’s a bad idea. As long as the pyre doesn’t impact bystanders what’s the harm.

 

Once more to add... Don't top off or overfill your tank. If you have a Ferrari with a charcoal canister you could ruin it. Ask me how I know and I'll give you over 2000 reasons why it could be a problem.

 

And let’s all take a photo of the simple yet magnificent experience of having such a machine!

I don’t know the reason, but I like to stand and stare after I’m done at the fuel pump; I can’t imagine others with their cars do/doing the same.

 

My gas stations get competitive. Also, for anyone with a 458 and capless filler problems, I highly recommend https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07L35KRF2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1.

 

I thank you, John!

I can’t honestly speak for others’ experiences with newer Fcars.

I normally receive great feedback once people hear she’s 45-years old, and that I do my best to maintain her…carb’ rebuilds, fuel hoses, wires, plugs, ignition coil and, most recently, a new gearbox oil pan gasket to finally correct a nasty leak.

I’m always happy to talk with anyone who’s curious; I hope to give a positive experience about that dude with the vintage Ferrari!

Side note to try and maintain a little consistency with the thread. The 93-octane Techron with Seafoam has made a noticeable improvement.

 

Hoping I’m not hijacking the thread…I bought my 308 in June 2019 so your story with your 308 far exceeds mine! I bought my first, an absolutely beautiful ‘77 GTB, in 2002 when they were far more affordable…$25,000!! A less than nominal photo of her is attached; such was cell photo capability then…

I’ve read your posts about all you’ve had done to your GTB…Absolutely awesome…My sincere compliments to you for staying vintage and true to this/your life story.

Cheers!! Enjoy every mile.