Well, This is a bit embarrasing. On my 80' 308 GTSi, I was removing my oil cap to add a quart and the cap slid out of my fingers. It did not come out the bottom. With a light we looked as best we could. No oil cap? A slid my hand where I could to feel around. I got on my back and tried to spot it. No luck. Well, I don't think any of you guys can tell me where it went, but what parts can i remove to get better access? We got the air filter off. I didn't want to start it up in case it fell in the belt area. We will continue our search tomorrow. I want to get some jack stands. I read another F-chatter jacked his ride 24". Is that a safe height? What should I look for when purchasing Jack stands. I want to do an extensive engine detail. Where to get red plug wires? Mine are black. I admire those engines with neatly arranged wires. I checked on ebay and say prices from $115 to $259. Are these Ferrari Spacific or can I get non Ferrari parts? I know, find the damn oil cap first so you can go for a ride Thanks for your attention. Marc
Good luck! Reminds me of a day search I did for a bolt holding an oil pressure relief valve. Flew off at some crazy speed out of the garage!!! Or so I thought. In the end it was right under my nose and got caught by the front bumper. Damn thing! Good catch however. But with regards to red leads, I recently bought a set from Superformance in the UK - http://www.superformance.co.uk/308/308igne.htm Best thing is they are all the correct length, all grouped correctly with the rubber holders, and correctly labeled 1 to 8. Can't go wrong. You could probably get them cheaper seperately but seeing they are already made up with labels.... Also interested on what people say about stand heights. Recently bought a pair and they seem so damn high! Are there any tricks in getting a car onto them also?
Regarding Jack stands, what did you pay for a set? I'm checking Harbor Freight right now. I do see a set that goes up to 24". But crazy my jack only goes to 14"? Is there a way to put blocks or something under ther jack and get it the last 10+ inches? Do I need a new jack, or should i go on a diet These jack stands cost $27.99 a set and go to 24" http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=38847
A magnetic probe might help looking for your "710" cap. Or a magnet on a piece of string. Drop the magnet where the oil cap went, and see if it goes the same place. I also have a long flexible claw probe for retrieving dropped parts. Absolutely go for a jack with the proper reach. Most of the injuries I've sustained over the years have come from trying to use a tool in a way it wasn't intended to be used. A few years back, I bit the bullet and bought a low-rise portable floor lift. $1500 delivered, but lots of uses ... especially if you have seasonal tires. (Heck, for an old fogie, lifting the car up to wax it saves tired old backs. )
I am glad I am not the only one to drop the filler cap, I found mine wegded in the timing belts. This was on an 84 Mon. I had to take rear wheel off, inner panel and cam belt cover to find the little tinker
UPDATE: I jacked up the right rear side. Before removing the wheel and access panel, I went below. It was stuck vertically between 2 pipes. So I put everything back together, and off for a nice drive around the lake and some high seed figure eights at the University of California parking lot. Remember its these simple things in life that make us smile Peace out, Marc
