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Discussion in '308/328' started by bfried, Dec 13, 2009.

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  1. bfried

    bfried Rookie

    Dec 13, 2009
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    Brandon L. Fried
    #1 bfried, Dec 13, 2009
    My newly acquired 1983 Mondial QV Cabriolet runs great but after a long drive at high speeds, tends to sputter and pop at idle while in low gear waiting at traffic lights. The 30,000 mile servicing was performed before purchase and delivery. Any ideas on what could be the cause?
    Thanks
    Brandon Fried
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  2. PittsS2APilot

    PittsS2APilot Formula Junior

    Jun 29, 2007
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    #2 PittsS2APilot, Dec 13, 2009
    I had the exact same thing on my 80 GTBi. I replaced the plug wires, cleaned the plug extenders and dizzy contacts and the problem went away for about 2000 miles. I eventually eliminated the plug extenders and she runs very smooooooooooooth now.
     
  3. Doug

    Doug Formula 3

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    #3 Doug, Dec 13, 2009
    Start your car in the dark and look at the plug extenders. If original, you may see some arching and they could easily need replacement.
     
  4. 2dinos

    2dinos F1 Rookie

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    #4 2dinos, Dec 14, 2009
    I noticed better emission results without th extenders. Also, I've heard plenty of complaints about them.
     
  5. Euro Quattro

    Euro Quattro Formula Junior

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    #5 Euro Quattro, Dec 14, 2009
    Mine does the same thing but only in 90 degree plus weather,im stumped on what it is.
     
  6. BlueMax

    BlueMax Formula Junior

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    #6 BlueMax, Dec 14, 2009

    How did you 'eliminate' the extenders? Do you just plug the wires directly down in to the spark plug? Doesn't this damage the wire at all? Forgive my ignorance...
     
  7. PittsS2APilot

    PittsS2APilot Formula Junior

    Jun 29, 2007
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    #7 PittsS2APilot, Dec 14, 2009
    Here's the thread. Its a fun project and IMO makes a big difference. Joe

    http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/showthread.php?t=261548
     

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