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  1. Wolfgang

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    #1 Wolfgang, Nov 4, 2003
    Hi gents,

    just received the technical manual for my Testarossa.
    142 Pages.....wow!!!! Mhmm, I have never read such a voluminous book with so less black/white pics;-) They (Ferrari) give me a hard time to go through.
    But the very, very best thing is the tank-volumen:
    133 Liters!!!!!!!!!!
    Wow, I`m rapturous!!!! That means I can drive over 1.200 km with 1 fuell???? Or what is the reason for such a huge tank;-))))

    Wolfarossa
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  2. trevi

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    #2 trevi, Nov 4, 2003
    i don't believe it will last so far if you are driving ;-)
     
  3. HGParts

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    #3 HGParts, Nov 4, 2003
    hi

    hey wolfgang was at RF yesterday so your oil is there

    heiko
     
  4. Wolfgang

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    #4 Wolfgang, Nov 4, 2003
    Thanks Heiko,
    you are a class-act!
    Any news from R.F.?
    I`m looking forward to drive tomorrow or on Thursday.
    Hey, buddy I would like to drive togehter with you - got some time?

    Wolfarossa
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  5. castex

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    #5 castex, Nov 4, 2003
    Hi Wolfgang,

    Congrats on your new motor!
    The BB has a 120 litre tank, and this gets me around 250 miles (400K?) if I'm lucky. I'm sure the TR is a touch more fuel efficient, just don't expect to get to Modena without filling up...
     
  6. Wolfgang

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    #6 Wolfgang, Nov 4, 2003
    Hi Castex,

    thanks for the infos. Of course, I know whats going on with 12 cylinder, 5 liter, 400 PS and the poor 133 liter tank....I was just amused and kidding;-)))

    Please post some pics here from your BB...hungry to CU car.

    Wolfarossa
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  7. castex

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    #7 castex, Nov 4, 2003
    Voilà!
     
  8. Wolfgang

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    #8 Wolfgang, Nov 4, 2003
    Wow, congratulation!
    A lucky owner in an awesome great car!
    Looks like the real one with carburettor and no injection?
    Which colour is it? Original .....blue?

    Wolfarossa
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  9. trevi

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    #9 trevi, Nov 4, 2003
    it's not so much to see on the pic, but i would guess it's a 512 bb
     
  10. Wolfgang

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    #10 Wolfgang, Nov 4, 2003
    Yes, jiemmytreviJUNIOR
    its a 512 BB
    The predecessor of the Testarossa.
    To be 100% correct, between the 512 BB and the testa comes first the 512 BBi.

    Wolfarossa
     
  11. trevi

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    #11 trevi, Nov 4, 2003
    how do you see that's not a 365 nor a 512bbi?
     
  12. castex

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    #12 castex, Nov 4, 2003
    It's a 1973 365GT/4BB, in marrone (chestnut / metallic brown).
    You can tell it from a 512 by the lack of front spoiler - mine's smooth and fluted like a boat, the lack of NACA duct in front of the rear wheels, the thinner wheels front and back of identical sizes. The wheelarches are less flared and the car is not as wide all round. It's also lighter, and faster I think. I love it; thanks for your interest.
     
  13. Wolfgang

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    #13 Wolfgang, Nov 4, 2003
    Castex & Trevi,

    o.k., that shows how less I know about older/vintage Ferraris;-(((
    Thanks for the input gents. I have to learn.

    Just back from a 200 km trip over the highway with my new Testarossa.
    I drove the car to my garage master for inspection.

    Gents, its amazing!!!!
    What a power, what a sound, what a damn f**** beast!!!!!
    First time I drove the car to the top-speed...no I realy can`t describe this feeling. I have got tears in my eyes and was howling a bit. A totaly emontional moment to me. I pushed the testa in the 4th gear to max. and up in the 5th gear.....unbelievable!!!!!!!! Seems like neverending power and the sound drive me crazy. I`m still deep impressed.

    Will let you know more from my beloved new toy the next few days;-)

    Wolfarossa
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  14. trevi

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    #14 trevi, Nov 5, 2003
    castex
    congrats, my dream car!!!!!!! see my profile :)
    next year, or 2005 the latest, i will have one too.
     
  15. Wolfgang

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    #15 Wolfgang, Nov 5, 2003
    Trevi,
    so come on & go for it! Don`t wait any longer buddy!
    I swore you, 12 cylinder is another world!!!!

    Wolfarossa
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  16. trevi

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    #16 trevi, Nov 5, 2003
    wolfgang,

    when i have my 365, then we will show up together at nino's place.....wow! 2 12 cyls.....geil ;-)
    and don't forget, the 365 is 30 years old, but has 380 hp!!!! and is supposed to make 302 km/h!!! so, hurry up ;-)
     
  17. Wolfgang

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    #17 Wolfgang, Nov 5, 2003
    Haaaaaaaa, sounds good buddy!

    On our weekly Sunday cackerbarrel are a coupel more 12 cylinders;-)
    We meet us every Sunday morning at 11:00 a.m by Nino for breakfast.
    Current drivers list:
    - 308 GTS
    - 328 GTS
    - 355 GTS
    - 360
    - Testarossa
    - 512 TR

    30 years old and 380PS is just amazing - respect!

    Don`t wait any longer, just do it and go for you dream car!

    Wolfarossa
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  18. SFerrari

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    #18 SFerrari, Nov 5, 2003
    I wish I could go soon for 12 Cyl !
    Expect for a 512 TR...
     
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  20. Wolfgang

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    #20 Wolfgang, Nov 5, 2003
    @250lm
    Where is the car? Is there a car on the picture?
    Pleeeeeeeeeease send some more close-up pics for better identification;-)))))

    Wolfarossa
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  21. Wolfgang

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    #21 Wolfgang, Nov 12, 2003
    My baby is stripped;-(

    Just back from my garage with good news.
    Engine & gearbox are out for revision, isnpection.
    End of next week everthing will be finished and ready for take off!!!
    New timingbells and gear-box revision...and a few other usual inspection work.

    Wolfarossa
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  22. Malfark

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    #22 Malfark, Nov 12, 2003
    Whaaaaa!!!!

    Wolfgang - I have obviously been away for too long....YOU GOT IT!!!!!!!!! Wonderful news my friend - I can't wait to ride in it with you.

    Sincere congratulations.

    In Envy, MARK
     
  23. Wolfgang

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    #23 Wolfgang, Nov 12, 2003
    Hi Mark,

    yep, I did it!!!!!!
    Come along you are very, very welcome!

    Wolfarossa
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  24. Malfark

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    #24 Malfark, Nov 12, 2003
    Wolf,

    I recognise RF's famous blue garage doors in the picture above! Please send him my best regards. Where is the link announcing your new purchase, complete with pictures?

    Also, how the &*%$@ do I edit my personal profile on this new software??

    Time for a bottle of big South African red wine methinks!! :-D

    Cheers, MARK
     
  25. Wolfgang

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    #25 Wolfgang, Nov 12, 2003
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