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Discussion in 'New England' started by stevel48, Oct 20, 2011.

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  1. bspellerin

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    #26 bspellerin, Nov 30, 2011
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    Just had the seats reconditioned and the wife and I put new fabric on shelf, side and overhead panels so now it's on to having the starter rebuilt, 3 new crank sensors, relay up-grade for side marker/turn signal, shampoo carpets and general engine bay cleaning. Also thinking about having the plenum powder-coated wrinkle red.

    Oh ya, every now and then taking her out when the roads are clear and taking advantage of the cold dense air.
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  2. fastradio

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    #27 fastradio, Dec 2, 2011
    And yet you make it sounds so easy...and routine. We do love carbs, thought!
     
  3. Falcon

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    #28 Falcon, Dec 2, 2011
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    I have a 328 and the starter is a Bosch that also fits VW. I got it at NAPA. Might be cheaper and less trouble than having it rebuilt. The picture is my original starter with the NAPA aquired one. They are absolutely identical. Right down to the stampings. I don't know if the 308 uses the same starter.
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  4. Falcon

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    #29 Falcon, Dec 2, 2011
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    Got my seat back. It's beautiful. The shop made a completely new leather seat cover, removed the origin and installed the new one. They charged me $280. I regret not doing it sooner.
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  5. Mowgli

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    #30 Mowgli, Dec 3, 2011
    In the next few months I will be painting the engine bay and dropping in a new built motor.

    8.5:1 compression.
    bored .20.
    Manley Pistons(forged).
    Scat Rods(forged).
    ARP all around.
    Magnafluxed.
    Clevite bearings.
    Line honed.
    block was decked.
    3 layer metal HG.
    crank balanced.

    Running an older style Garrett turbo and old school square based TiAL external. Should do 700ish to the wheels when I get it tuned right.

    As for what it is, it's a mystery! People will find out after winter.
     
  6. bspellerin

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    #31 bspellerin, Dec 3, 2011
    That's great information, thanks. Would you mind giving me the NAPA number, I went online and couldn't find the right one.

    Regards.
     
  7. johnk...

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    #32 johnk..., Dec 3, 2011
    How bout posting the NAPA part number on the 308/328 sticky parts cross reference thread?
     
  8. Falcon

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    #33 Falcon, Dec 3, 2011
    I don't know it. I went into a NAPA with my old starter and they tossed me a new one.
     
  9. guygowrie

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    #34 guygowrie, Dec 5, 2011
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    308gt4 s/d 10402 update:

    plugs changed to ngk 5bpes -
    new condensors, new coils (msd hi vibration thingys)
    new plug boots (looks a lot nicer)
    new plug extenders
    new alu header tank
    minor rustwork tackled

    plenty of jobs still to go but enjoying driving it to work on clear days before salt arrives. and finally a few pictures
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    #37 Falcon, Jan 10, 2012
    I found my invoice for the starter its Bosch part #SR488X, $385.02.
     
  13. rkljr

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    #38 rkljr, Jan 12, 2012
    '79 308 GTS

    Rebuild the front shocks
    Check, clean, and lube Hood and Bonnet releases and cables
    Clean and lube window lift mechanisms

    I would like to push my bumpers in but that can wait
     
  14. guygowrie

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    #39 guygowrie, Jan 18, 2012
    My list grows longer..

    - removed the from nose panel, repaired cracks and holes, rattle canned semi matte black
    - removed all three grills and had them powder coated satin black
    - orderd SRI fuel and coolant hoses for shop to install.
    - replaced tstat
    - have the window glass "U" trim to replace the old stuff - the felt has all worn away showing the crimped metal underneath...if you reach in through the window you get savaged by the crimps!
    - distributor points and seals to be done by the shop as well when they have time.
     
  15. fastradio

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  16. philvecc

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    #41 philvecc, Jan 25, 2012
    Dave,
    Looks like a piece of art now... great work. How deep into it did you go? It looks like every part is new!!
    Obviously you've been keeping busy.
    Phil V.
     
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    #42 fastradio, Feb 6, 2012
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    The engine was in pretty rough shape and, based on some of the internal components, had seen a pretty hard life...Much effort was taken to maintain factory finishes and textures, wherever possible A few earlier shots and "along the way"...
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    #43 DinoFiat, Feb 7, 2012
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    A few years ago the engine was pulled and rebuilt. At that time I dropped the entire suspension and then cleaned the engine bay and the entire underside. The suspension was rebuilt, powder-coated. A new stainless exhaust system was installed and I was good to go for a year. Next the interior was pulled the floor was blasted to metal the painted with por15 and New carpet installed. Stage 3 is now; the body was stripped of all trim in preparation for paint. The dash and most of the interior came out to have new vinyl applied. The color is being changed from the typical red... to a color I've NEVER seen on a FIAT dino but was available on a "Ferrari" Dino.

    MANY photos of the other stages are here: https://picasaweb.google.com/118012022854485019359/FiatDinoSpiderRestore1968#
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  19. TestiRob

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    #44 TestiRob, Feb 12, 2012
    I have been using K&N's filter cleaner for cleaning all points on my motorcycle and cars for years now and more and more people are finding how great it cleans safely. You can find larger size bottles on eBay for a good deal. The rims (magnesium) on my bike get very dirty quickly and can't take most cleaners. Cleans carbon fiber safely too. K&N sprays on and hoses off with ease. I buy a few bottles and put the cleaner in a garden pump jug with an adjustable hose sprayer to get at everything. Good luck. Still looking for that white 512TR to put in my garage.
     
  20. guygowrie

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  21. stevel48

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    #46 stevel48, Mar 12, 2012
    Winter's over. I made the call to pick up the car from the storage facility on Saturday. Time for a fluid change and a polish to get her ready for cars and coffee in April.
     
  22. rob

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    #47 rob, Mar 12, 2012
    Nice I think it will be an early start this year we are even having warm weather up here in VT just need some rain to get the salt off the roads.
     
  23. stevel48

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    #48 stevel48, Mar 12, 2012
    It's been beautiful here in eastern Ma. There's pretty much no salt or sand on the roads this year.
     
  24. rob

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    #49 rob, Mar 12, 2012
    You guys are lucky they were out here just this weekend with the salt trucks. I'm going crazy looking at pictures of my new to me Ferrari I want to drive!
     
  25. stevel48

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    #50 stevel48, Mar 17, 2012
    It's home! I feel like a new owner again.
     
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