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winter projects for 308 GTSi

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  1. 26street

    26street Formula Junior

    Jan 30, 2021
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    Mark k
    So, with this cool front coming in after Thanksgiving (NYC Area), I think it is time to look into what I need to do to prep for Spring, knowing I need tires but thinking to change from the 220/55vr390 to the 15" factory rims or custom set. maybe addressing some interior details, definitely engine service, oh and my a/c has a leak find that but thinking of replacing the compressor with a smaller unit and upgrade it to r134a, does anyone know of a replacement that fits,

    what are you guys planning on doing?
     
  2. Anthony Rapuano

    Anthony Rapuano Karting

    Aug 16, 2022
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    Going to keep driving as long as the roads are clean. There's always something that can use my attention; generally minor things, cosmetics, etc. In my 13 years of ownership I have never laid my GTB up for the winter here in south central CT. There's nothing like a ride on a cold, crisp winter day. Carbureted cars love it. That said, have a pinhole leak in the upper tank of my radiator that I've nursed for a few years with JB Weld. Time for a proper fix this winter or early spring.
     
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  3. dflett

    dflett Formula 3
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    We spend much of the winter with salt on the roads here in NY so that dictates winter downtime for me. In the past I’ve done big jobs - suspension (twice), interior renovation for example. This winter I have a long list of possible jobs but most pressing is the belt service. I also want to fix the slow wipers and my adjustable shocks need adjusting.
     
  4. Anthony Rapuano

    Anthony Rapuano Karting

    Aug 16, 2022
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    Heated garage, I assume. Installed a mini split system in my garage several years ago. Now it's a pleasure to work on the car comfortably in the hottest or coldest weather.
     
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  5. Imatk

    Imatk Formula Junior

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  6. 26street

    26street Formula Junior

    Jan 30, 2021
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  7. 26street

    26street Formula Junior

    Jan 30, 2021
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    Mark k
    I have a very small 1 car garage with low ceiling it’s under the house. No heat but enough room to work around the car. I looking into a bendpak MD6 mid rise scissor lift, had the quick jacks work good just felt did a major on my old f355 but was wobbly no room for a max jack either so going to try MD6
     
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  8. 26street

    26street Formula Junior

    Jan 30, 2021
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    Mark k
    ordered up some parts timing and drive belts 4 tires and some fuel and coolant hoses, i bet cool to start work and have a lot to do for the holidays hoping to get a few Saturdays after the new year to dig in, still need to decide on what to do with the a/c and have to look at the passenger window,

    but i am sure something will come up and i will not get to it till may like always lol.
     

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