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TRX/390 on a ABS Mondial? Need some expert advise please

Discussion in 'Mondial' started by Wade, Jan 14, 2009.

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  1. Wade

    Wade Three Time F1 World Champ
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    #1 Wade, Jan 14, 2009
    I've been searching but haven't been able to find a definitive answer;

    Is it possible that an ABS Mondial came with the TRX/390 setup from the factory? I thought all 88's came with 16" wheels, especially the ABS cars.

    Thanks,

    Specs: http://www.dropbears.com/m/models/ferrari/mondial.htm
     
  2. Steve Magnusson

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    #2 Steve Magnusson, Jan 14, 2009
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    See page 16 in the 481/87 OM for 1988 US Mondial 3.2 -- indicates both 390mm and 16" wheels were available.

    PS I wouldn't take that reference you posted as gospel -- Mondial 3.2 did not have Bosch Motronic 2.5 injection, and Mondial t didn't use Microplex ignition.
     
  3. Wade

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    #3 Wade, Jan 14, 2009
    That's true, but I was under the impression that the 88 cars with the optional ABS had 16 inchers.
     
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    #4 Steve Magnusson, Jan 14, 2009
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  5. Wade

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    #5 Wade, Jan 14, 2009
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    Are you saying that all euro cars, even with abs, came with 390s?

    I haven't looked in awhile but I surmise that every car has a sticker on it somewhere stating the correct tire size and pressure.
     
  6. AMA328

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    #6 AMA328, Jan 16, 2009
    Can't verify for sure, but I think you're correct. By 1988, the TRX was pretty much dead meat, so I think most cars(especially in the U.S.) were delivered with the 16" wheels/tires, altho I suppose one could specify TRX.
     

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