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The Restoration Starts Here: 275GTB Shortnose 07333

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  1. 275GTB

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    #1076 275GTB, Aug 13, 2013
    Steve, thanks for all the research and time putting this together, much appreciated!
    thanks
    Mark
     
  2. 275GTB

    275GTB Formula 3

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    #1077 275GTB, Aug 13, 2013
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    The exhaust heat shields have been fitted, they have been given an extra layer of protection - Zircotec flexible ceramic heat shield material:
    Zircotec - Plasma sprayed ceramic thermal coatings

    The exhaust manifolds have been ceramic baked with Zircotec:
    Performance Colours - a ceramic coating range that delivers the ultimate in thermal barrier performance and attractive finishes for motorsport and performance applications.

    hopefully the cabin should be a pretty cool place to hang out!
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  3. 275GTB

    275GTB Formula 3

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    #1078 275GTB, Aug 13, 2013
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  4. 275GTB

    275GTB Formula 3

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    #1079 275GTB, Aug 13, 2013
    sorry all my pictures seem to be upside down!
     
  5. 275GTB

    275GTB Formula 3

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    #1080 275GTB, Aug 13, 2013
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  6. Ashman

    Ashman Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #1081 Ashman, Aug 13, 2013
    At least they'll look normal to the Aussies! :)
     
  7. 275GTB

    275GTB Formula 3

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    #1082 275GTB, Aug 13, 2013
    Gents,

    Pavel Novitski is one of the technicians working on my car, he has a great eye for detail and a true passion and love of the car. Only today he tells me he is also a very talented photographer!

    Check out some great pictures on his web portfolio:
    pavelnovitski.com

    I will be getting Pavel to do a photo shoot of the 275GTb when it is finished!

    cheers
    Mark
     
  8. PSk

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    #1083 PSk, Aug 13, 2013
    Is that nut loose on the end of the anti rollbar drop link where it bolts to the wishbone?

    Beautiful work, even if upside down :D
    Pete
     
  9. 275GTB

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    #1084 275GTB, Aug 13, 2013
    Hi Pete, yes all the nuts on the suspension, wishbones, anti-roll bars etc etc - they are all loose as the car has never been on its wheels since being put back together. Once it is completed on the ramp, it will be allowed to settle on its wheels under it's own weight, then it will be wheeled to the geometry ramp at the other end of the workshop. Only then will the process of tightening all the nuts and bolts begin.

    cheers Mark
     
  10. Maximus

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    #1085 Maximus, Aug 14, 2013
    Pavel deserves to be baptised and a statue on Trafalgar Square for his dedication and work performed. Stunning Mark! Looking forward to read your first drive experience!
     
  11. 275GTB

    275GTB Formula 3

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    #1086 275GTB, Aug 17, 2013
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    The new tires & tubes arrived the other day!

    Also the new radiator hoses are now fitted.

    The new brake pads are on route.

    The hose for the clutch slave cylinder, not happy with the fit of the one supplied by Maranello, so we are going to make our own to our own specification.

    Then fill all the fluids and get the levels right.

    Getting ever closer to sitting on its own wheels again, then a day on the Geometry ramp.

    cheers Mark
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  12. lempereur

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    #1087 lempereur, Aug 19, 2013
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    Warning !

    My 275GTB came with four Michelin XWX205/14 tyres mounted, but with an original Pirelli 205/14 on the spare wheel in the boot. See picture.

    I replaced all 5 tyres with new Michelin 205/14 tyres.

    But I found out that the spare wheel with Michelin could not enter into the boot ! The Michelin is wider than the Pirelli ! So I put the empty original Pirelli tyre in the boot ( no one can see there is no rim in it ! ) and keep the complete spare wheel waiting in my garage.

    Louis
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  13. lempereur

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    #1088 lempereur, Aug 19, 2013
    Mark

    About the new Michelin tyres, I saw too late that they are tubeless and had them assembled with new tubes. But if your rims allow, is better to have them assembled without tube. This makes for a lighter and softer wheel, running cooler, more comfortable and saving gas !

    Check about this before having the tubes fitted !

    Louis
     
  14. 275GTB

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    #1089 275GTB, Aug 19, 2013
    Hi Louis, thanks for the advice I will check this. I will also check if one will fit in the spare wheel well, before fitting all 5, so i can return one if necessary.

    many thanks
    Mark
     
  15. Ferraris

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    #1090 Ferraris, Aug 22, 2013
    Looks great
    We're you happy w the shop and job?
    We're they on time and budget within reasonable margins of error?
    Would u use them again?
     
  16. velocetwo

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    #1091 velocetwo, Aug 22, 2013
    XWX... great tire if you don't drive the car.
     
  17. miurasv

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    #1092 miurasv, Aug 22, 2013
    What is wrong with the XWX and what alternative is there for a 275 GTB with Starburst alloys?
     
  18. 275GTB

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    #1093 275GTB, Aug 22, 2013
    I am curious as well Steve, Velocetwo please tell us more and what is the alternative with the original Starburst alloys?

    many thanks
    Mark
     
  19. Manel Baró

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    #1094 Manel Baró, Aug 23, 2013
    Hello Mark, Thank you for sharing your project.
    Have you considered to fit Low Volumetric Expansion brake hoses ?. As you may know, they reduce the brake pedal travel and the "spongy" feeling often associated with the "classic" ones.
     
  20. simon klein

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    #1095 simon klein, Aug 23, 2013
    Rubbish!
    I've XWX's on my 330 and I can,and do,punt it with utmost confidence around any corner you choose,wet or dry.
    Tassie early last year was an indication,with the carby group from Victoria.
    We had a mixture of wet dry and everything inbetween.
     
  21. VIZSLA

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    #1096 VIZSLA, Aug 23, 2013
    Please explain.
     
  22. TTR

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    #1097 TTR, Aug 23, 2013
    ??? I've driven (spiritedly) several Daytonas wearing them with no apparent problems. Of course if compared to modern tire designs... , apples and oranges ?
     
  23. berlinetta275

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    #1098 berlinetta275, Aug 25, 2013
    What a great tyre! With the exception of a period 20 years ago when circuit racing my 275 (245/60/14 Yokohamas nla) I have always fitted the full profile 205x 14 XWX Michelins. They are a good all round tyre having a relatively hard compound and an excellent rigid carcass. Best of all is the look, so period and yet they have performed well in various hill climbs often beating some modern machinery! Also have them on my E type, looks great and there is no more squealing when going into roundabouts too fast!

    Bill Goodall
     
  24. miurasv

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    #1099 miurasv, Aug 25, 2013
    Welcome to Ferrari Chat. Out of interest which model 275 GTB do you have? Short Nose, Long Nose, 3 or 6 Carb.....? Is it on Borranis or alloys? Please post some pics.
     
  25. kens

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    #1100 kens, Aug 26, 2013
    Alternately, shaving the spare down until it fits is a possible solution.
     
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