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Discussion in '348/355' started by pourquoi_ne, Jun 27, 2011.

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  1. pourquoi_ne

    pourquoi_ne Karting

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    #1 pourquoi_ne, Jun 27, 2011
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    I have just fitted a challenge grille to my 355 Spider. (bought from Prosport http://www.prosport-ferrari.com/index.php?page=shop.browse&category_id=267&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=29&lang=en Excellent item and fits extremely well!) I went for a run in the car yesterday. The ambient temparature was in the 80s - particularly hot in this neck of the woods! I found that the water and oil temp were significantly lower than with the standard rear panel when cruising at 70mph or thereabouts. This resulted in a higher oil pressure. Although I wont do it, I could easliy consider a thinner grade oil now. Seems to me that all 355s would benefit from having a vented rear panel. I was amazed by the difference it has made.
     
  2. sevminasyan

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    #2 sevminasyan, Jun 27, 2011
    I agree with you. That rear grill, as we all know, is not just for looks, specially if you could install two small cooling fans behind it to extract the heat out. Just enough to keep the engine warm :)
     
  3. cladd2000

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    #3 cladd2000, Jun 27, 2011
    450 pounds plus delivery. About 1K US?
     
  4. benny355

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    #4 benny355, Jun 27, 2011
    What pressure were you at before the grill and after?
     
  5. pourquoi_ne

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    #5 pourquoi_ne, Jun 27, 2011
    At 3500RPM before 70psi, now about a notch and half more than that - sorry no access to the car and I cant remember what pressure a notch is equivalent to!
     
  6. pourquoi_ne

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    #6 pourquoi_ne, Jun 27, 2011
    Yes, the Prosport guys have commisioned a jig to make a production run of them. As I said they fit very well! Why don't you US guys get a group buy together. I'll help with the transaction if you need it!
     
  7. Smyrna355Spider

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    #7 Smyrna355Spider, Jun 27, 2011
    I will commit to buy right now. I have wanted one for a long time and everyone who bought from prosport recommends them. My car is going for a major very soon so I am in. Let us know if you don't mind how many we need for a deal. Thanks for offering to help. :)
    Scott
     
  8. pourquoi_ne

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    #8 pourquoi_ne, Jun 27, 2011
    I'll talk to them tomorrow for you. BTW that price of £450 is plus 20% tax to UK residents but I dont think they will charge for an export. Leave it to me!
     
  9. Smyrna355Spider

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    #9 Smyrna355Spider, Jun 27, 2011
    Thank you sir. Super nice of you to help. :)
     
  10. pourquoi_ne

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    #10 pourquoi_ne, Jun 28, 2011
    Scott, they quoted £550 including shipping. Pity you cant order more than one between you since they dont weigh much and you could reduce the shipping cost with a multi order.
     
  11. Smyrna355Spider

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    #11 Smyrna355Spider, Jun 28, 2011
    Did they say if they would offer any discounted price for a specific number of buyers? I don't expect you to do all this leg work so if you don't mind give me a phone number and I will call and ask. Thanks again
     
  12. yelcab

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    #12 yelcab, Jun 28, 2011
    what if we get 5 of us to buy ? Would there be a reduced cost and shipment cost ?
     
  13. pourquoi_ne

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    #13 pourquoi_ne, Jun 28, 2011
    I asked the question on the 5 off deal. He will do them for £425 each and it will still be £100 carriage because the box size is the same. He would encourage you to take additional insurance on a box of 5 because DHL's standard insurance would not cover the value of the grilles in the event of a total loss. You can phone Mike and check all this out if you wish. I am here to help if you need it!
     
  14. cladd2000

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    #14 cladd2000, Jun 28, 2011
    100 GBP shipping? That's like 180 US.
     
  15. Smyrna355Spider

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    #15 Smyrna355Spider, Jun 28, 2011
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    John that's 25 pounds less so we can't complain. I again really appreciate you taking it upon yourself to help us colonist across the pond. :D
    If you do speak to them again and he will sell it now for the 525 pounds total, I will just go ahead and order now. If not help out guys lets get them while we can.

    Let's get it out here. Is anyone else willling to commit to buy? Maybe we could get more than just 5 and the price can only get better. :)

    Surely there are a few other 355 owners that want a challenge grill and I don't think we are going to see them for less than $850 US currency anywhere else!!!
     
  16. pourquoi_ne

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    #16 pourquoi_ne, Jun 28, 2011
    Is this a possible case of "shooting the messenger"?
     
  17. cladd2000

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    #17 cladd2000, Jun 28, 2011
    sure
     
  18. yelcab

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    #18 yelcab, Jun 28, 2011
    I'll buy one.
     
  19. Smyrna355Spider

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    #19 Smyrna355Spider, Jun 29, 2011
    Did my group buy thread get smacked down???
     
  20. ASK328

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    #20 ASK328, Jun 29, 2011
    I would also like one.
     
  21. jmnov

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    #21 jmnov, Jun 29, 2011
    I install the Prosport grill on mine: excellent fit, no difference with the OEM part ;-)
     
  22. ASK328

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    #22 ASK328, Jul 7, 2011
    Has anyone put fans on the grill to suck out heat — seems like over kill to me, however I'm strangely intrigued?
     
  23. hammer1

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    #23 hammer1, Jul 8, 2011
    i am in for one also. Please let me know if this goes through and how we are all going to work out payment and shipping to each of us from a central import spot! Thanks
    chris
     
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    #24 hammer1, Jul 17, 2011
    Any thought on this one, I want it if there is a group buy, PLEASE
     
  25. Yassa

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    #25 Yassa, Jul 17, 2011
    Yeah Im in too...lets find 3 more guys to get that lowered price :)

    Who else is in?
     
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