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My friend came over to help work the light controls and diagnose things. Refresher on what's wrong: when the parking lights are on, one of the bulbs doesn't light:  When the hazards or left turn signal are on, the off bulb still flashes. The Toyota next to me seems to be just staying parked for the winter, and parked 3 inches from the white line, making it even worse than before to open my door. Let's just say I got more familiar with the front and rear jacking points on a late 90s Corolla. Given the fact that the bulb flashes, I was expecting to measure voltage getting to the bulb. I pulled the plugs off and measured at the connectors. There's only 2 wires feeding the out bulb. When the turn signal is on, I can see voltage across the two wires in the plug, same as the other bulb. So under flashing/turning, power comes to the bulb, and the bulb (which is single filament) works. When only the parking lights are on, no voltage across the plug for the off bulb, but there is for the other bulb. So pretty conclusively not a wiring problem downstream of the plug. FC thread suggested rebuilding the lighting switching at the steering column, so I think that'd be next. At this point, we were running late, so we went for a joyride. Except the battery was flat from sitting and our testing shenanigans. Nothing turned at all. Jumped the battery and went on a fun ride on roads mostly free of salt dust. We stopped at Autozone after dark to buy a new battery. Replacing the battery wasn't quite as hard as on the Z06, but it was still a loving ordeal. In the Z06, there was very little space around the battery, but it would have pulled out very easily with a strap, if the battery'd had one. In the 348, there's a lot of frame and delicate electrics around the battery tray. This is a shot of the new Optima after we'd lowered it into place:  Getting the older M24 out was a comedy of obstructions. First, I brought my basic socket set, which was missing the 1/4" drive and extension. There's a wide L-bracket at the bottom squeezing the battery inside the tray. I couldn't reach that with just the 3/8" drive. I had to squeeze fingers down the sides of the tray and lift the battery up onto the L-bracket. 2nd: You can't see it, but there's a diagonal frame member in the lower left that barely gives you enough clearance to slip the corner of the battery past. In fact, you have to push the battery right into the fiberglass wall of the tray to get that clearance. I hauled it up past the frame member but just didn't have the strength to lift it under the bodywork to clear the tray. After several tries, we gave up, and I took off one of my shoelaces to loop around the battery. We managed to shimmy the looped shoelace down in there. I put my glove on, looped up some of the slack in the shoelace, and managed to lift the battery much more easily. Easily enough to run into the corner of the rear bulb cover. 3rd: Ok, fine. We unscrewed the rear cover. You can see it off in the above picture. Lift again. Oh, now we're actually banging into the wiring going into the bulb socket. So we unplug the leftmost sockets, put the bulbs in our pockets, and tuck the sockets over the top of the rear light assembly where there's some space. Now we can clear the battery tray, but moving the battery right runs into the newly painted fiberglass exhaust cover. At this point, we're wondering if this is even the right way to remove the battery, but we're way too deep to not finish. 4th: we pray the battery doesn't leak, rotate it after we lift it out some, still run into the exhaust cover some, and... at this point, 2 Autozone employees walk out of the store and start asking us "what year is that?!" over and over. They can't see us struggling with the battery at first, so I forgive them. But they walk over and see us hunched over and clearly straining to just keep the battery in place. One jerk still keeps asking. I grunt out "we're getting the battery out right now." The other guy steps up and helps hold onto the battery while we finish scraping it clear of the cover. You can see where the fiberglass is frayed open in the pic. Ok, so we have the old battery out. In the store, the clerk asks, what car? "Ferrari." "What car?" "Ferrari." He blinks and opens up the battery lookup application. "What kind of car do you have?" "A 348." "Ohhh, I thought you were just kidding. We don't even have Ferraris in the system. Did you drive it here?" "Yeah." At this point, the clerk just runs out the door and (as he later told us) took a bunch of pictures of it and of himself posing with it. The M24 in stock has handles, but is slightly longer, which I don't want given how tight space is. I settle for the Optima, which is lower, slightly shorter, and the same width all the way up. Dropping it back in is cake. The Optima is squeezed front and rear by the L-bracket same as before. Not too worried about the batterry tipping left to right. We take a minute to figure out how to route the battery cable to the slightly different post positions. The lower battery is putting the positive harness loom right onto the sharp edge of fiberglass tray wall. I still need to put some sort of edge guard there. We put the bulbs and sockets back into place. Test the lights, no problem. Screw the bulb cover back on. The car fires up really strong. And we're finally done. 25 min to get the battery out. 15 min to buy the new battery and put it in. Would have been annoying in warm weather, but worse just above freezing. I drive my friend back to my place (he rode his bike) and drive him and the bike home in the Charger. Wouldn't you know it, the Charger didn't even struggle like it usually does. Fired up on the first try. Random encounters: One guy pulled up beside us with his phone already out. "Hey, is it ok if I take some pics?" "Yeah, no prob!" "Is that a real Testarossa?" "No, it's only the 348; it's a 8-cylinder." "Oh, it's still really cool. I had a poster of the Testarossa up on my wall when I was a kid!" Another car honked a couple of times when it was behind us after we left Autozone. I was like, poo poo, did we break or lose something? They pull up alongside. "Yo, nice car. Do you own it?" "Yep, it's mine" "That's an awesome car." Todos: - battery tray edge guard - fix clock time - figure out a battery maintenance solution Would this be safe for a couple hours at a time?:  Inverter takes 12V 10A max, puts out 120V 100W (?). Tender takes 120V 230mA, puts out 13.5V ~1A. e: put a split piece of rubber wiper fluid hose over the fiberglass edge, which you can make out under the looms:  In the back, you can see that diagonal member that got in the way. Doesn't look like it here cuz the Optima is shorter. kimbo305 fucked around with this message at 10:09 on Jan 31, 2016 |
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Jan 31, 2016 08:05
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The fire came from inside the cabin: http://bringatrailer.com/2016/01/30/potential-track-build-fire-damaged-1994-ferrari-348-spider/
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Jan 31, 2016 08:18
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So that's how Italian cars are always catching fire. That positive side 
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Jan 31, 2016 12:39
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I should have taken pictures of how those all sat before, because I couldn't find a good orientation that didn't lead to some sort of uncomfortable looking placement of the looms. Onto much more serious matters. Today was joyride part 2. Had an amazing time running the tunnels with the exhaust at earsplitting volumes. Some guy in an old Caravan U-turned after he saw me and asked how much I wanted. He seemed ready to deal, so I offered to pull over in the next open spot. It was a small steep parking lot, and as I pulled into it, BANG. http://imgur.com//o3H1S2U,bLuvORp,YJnbSFL I'm still sobering up over this damage I did to the poor car. That fiberglass rocker panel isn't too expensive, and maybe the shop will be able to patch it and just respray. I'll take it in tomorrow morning.
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Jan 31, 2016 23:29
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Did he try to talk you down because it was damaged?
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Elmnt80 posted:Did he try to talk you down because it was damaged? Yeah, how much did you get for it? Did you tell him it has a new battery?
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Elmnt80 posted:Did he try to talk you down because it was damaged? Yes, and he also offered to patch it because he did bodywork. "You know the dealership is gonna charge you $2000 for it, right?"
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Feb 1, 2016 02:06
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It's like some perverse parking lot fix-a-dent con jobs except you put the dent there. 
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BloodBag posted:It's like some perverse parking lot fix-a-dent con jobs except you put the dent there. Hey, buddy, sweet car. I want to buy it. Just pull into this parking lot around the corner. Real easy to get into. When I pulled out, I went perpendicular back onto the road, and could feel but not hear the skidplates doing their job. Shoulda done that going up. Drove it to the shop this morning. Didn't think it rained, but a lot of roads were wet without any snow on the sides. SALTTTT  Asked them to hose the car down if possible. Shop said it'd be quick turnaround to patch and respray. Will consult me; depending on how well the paint matches, I might go for respray of all the black lower trim. You can tell it's kinda graying:  and how it's dwarfed by the Sonata.
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Feb 1, 2016 19:46
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kimbo305 posted:The fire came from inside the cabin: From fleabay: code:
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Feb 2, 2016 10:35
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Finally found some period Miami Nights (or Kung Fury) style music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jmlG7UsOk0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RdxpMwHlI1A
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Feb 8, 2016 04:20
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Geirskogul posted:Finally found some period Miami Nights (or Kung Fury) style music: I think Kavinsky fits the bill nicely. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bwC1zJE49U
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Feb 8, 2016 13:05
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Kung Fury was THE poo pooTM If you haven't watched it yet, please see below immediately: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bS5P_LAqiVg
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Feb 8, 2016 13:52
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We posting retro style synthy poo poo in here? The producer who inspired my username... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cznpPMomJXw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A4J_FawitTM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H5htj--Ww84 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzUitU7O9bY This track everyone seems to love... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A54ARXaHLoo And a couple of other fantastic synthtastic producers. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5a2RWBaXgSc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0LQ3y3gMB6c
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Feb 8, 2016 14:14
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Ever since I first heard them I tought Empire of the Sun was like a cross between Fleetwood Mac and Duran Duran, but only the ballads. I am quite fond of Walking on a Dream.
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Feb 8, 2016 14:21
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The first album was superb, the second less so. Still love that track though.
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Feb 8, 2016 14:28
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I always wondered if your handle was Danger inspired, love that dude 
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Feb 8, 2016 16:22
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That moto guy's old fiberglass helmet and googles are cool as poo poo. Speaking of fiberglass, I got pics back from the shop. Rocker panel off, showing some really minor denting to the metal:   No idea how they let the camera's settings get so off. The sanded and patched rocker:  Inside of the struck corner:  Paint condition before respray:  The fiberglass wheelwell liner, whose corner got crazed as well:    A crease and curve in the seamweld covered by the rocker panel:  The bent doesn't seem consistent with what I heard or the damage on the rocker, but I asked the shop. The crease is pretty deep:  Finished product:  Paint looks great, which undoubtedly won't match the gray rear lower bumper trim:  Notice the blue FJ in the back in for some more work. I haven't heard the bill yet; but I think it's gonna be higher than quoted, given the work to the wheelwell liner. I still have to decide whether to get everything else painted to match, but might slow play them since I need my garage spot to throw on the Charger's skid plate, not to mention the snow we're getting here means I can't really drive it back from the shop until it's clear again.
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Feb 8, 2016 23:16
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AncientTV posted:I always wondered if your handle was Danger inspired, love that dude Seen him a few times here in the UK and ended up on a solo adventure to see him in Paris where he played in a newly refurbed museum/music venue. He played his set on top of a grand piano. I got free tickets so I thought gently caress it, make an adventure of it. Gave a few tickets away to some French people and hung out and drank with them at the gig. Good times. On the way home, rescued some American lady from being trapped in the subway. Interesting trip really.
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Im curious if your wheels would look good powder coated white to match the car. I had an 02 wax with white wheels and it really looked wonderful. Maybe not as good as black or gold, but I liked it more than the greys that most subarus had. Otherwise, car looks great! I love all of the comparison pictures where it looks so tiny compared to everything else around it.
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Feb 8, 2016 23:42
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El Jebus posted:Im curious if your wheels would look good powder coated white to match the car. I think gold would look good. I bet white would really seal the "I came from the 80s to sell you cocaine" vibe. This has gotta be one of the easier wheels to plastidip. e: shop says the don't know what that bent seam came from, but that they fixed it, and the flaked paint on the metal part of the wheelwell.
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Feb 8, 2016 23:46
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Holy poo poo that white balance. Did they set it to outdoor/sunny, or did they set it to flash and not use the flash?
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Feb 9, 2016 09:22
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some texas redneck posted:Holy poo poo that white balance. Did they set it to outdoor/sunny, or did they set it to flash and not use the flash? Maybe even worse, Instagram?
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Please come true  http://thegarage.jalopnik.com/sell-all-of-your-poo poo-and-buy-a-ferrari-right-now-1758147653 From the comments, the 355 fit overlaid onto a Fiero:  From this angle, the kit looks pretty convincing. Maybe less so once the wheels are tucked inside. The 348/355 are only 3" longer wheelbase than a Fiero. What's really sad is the thought of a poor Iron Duke lugging around all the extra fiberglass and bondo.
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kimbo305 posted:What's really sad is the thought of a poor Iron Duke lugging around all the extra fiberglass and bondo. That's easily fixable, too: 
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Feb 10, 2016 12:00
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I stopped at a small local car show a couple years ago and among a bunch of classic American muscle there was a Lamborghini Countach. I was surprised to see it there, but it was the first time I'd ever seen one in person so I went over to have a look. When I looked into the engine bay I saw an Iron Duke. It was a pretty good replica, but that made me sad.
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I've been around a few real Countachs and let me tell you, some of the Fiero replicas are better made.
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Seat Safety Switch posted:I've been around a few real Countachs and let me tell you, some of the Fiero replicas are better made. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZuZBZyV6Eg I always like the Harry's Garage review of the Countach
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Seat Safety Switch posted:I've been around a few real Countachs and let me tell you, some of the Fiero replicas are better made. And with the Iron Duke, they go up in flames almost as much as the real thing!
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jamal posted:I have always used a similar connection and know how to solder, but every time I see this it is for solid core wire. Have always wondered if it should be a little different for stranded. Make the middle part tighter so that the two coils of wire are pretty much right next to each other and use a good amount of solder so that everything gets nice and properly covered.
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Saw this today and thought of this thread: http://youtu.be/IGqeyQhBPMI
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Feb 12, 2016 01:18
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meatpimp posted:That's easily fixable, too: Just make sure its not pissing coolant every where!
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I did a survey of replica kits out there. Can't find anything for a 348, except for this guy who mistook a real 348 for a replica (that or the owner was pulling his leg): https://www.flickr.com/photos/45676495@N05/22734179177/in/photostream/ There are a couple of 355 kits for Fieros and MR2s that would fool me at 100ft (e: if I were deaf): http://classiccarslist.com/replica-and-kit-makes/61821-amazing-99-ferrari-f1-replica.html http://bay2car.com/1997-FERRARI-F355-REPLICA-TOYOTA-MR2-KIT-CAR-SPORTS-PRESTIGE-301838635966/car90022 Included only because the video presentation makes me want to play Need for Speed: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=meA_bBhg60E kimbo305 fucked around with this message at 03:28 on Feb 12, 2016 |
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Feb 12, 2016 03:23
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Got back and put into storage the stock exhaust, which I'll sell with the car. Two pieces mated by some weird metallic sealant:  The front piece sits at a funny angle, with those tubes that join to the cats mating at 45deg. Each half weighs about 25lbs, so the new exhaust takes a decent chunk of weight off the back of the car. There's a bit of gold tinge to those exhaust tips.
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Feb 14, 2016 06:05
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Got the excise slips for cars today. 348 holding strong at $1200. Charger breaking my back at $2850.
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Drove it back from the shop this morning. Completely dry, though a bit of salt dust remaining on the road. I didn't think to get a shot of the side vs rear black trim color difference until I'd come up to my garage, so this is the best I can do:  The shop put a Griot's black trim polish on the side face of the rear trim, and it's dark enough to match the side. It's really nice to have the work come out better than new -- the shop gave me a labor discount, and all told, the patch and paint was $480. Even so, I haven't decided if I want to disclose that repair, well outside of here anyways. One more size comparison pic:  It's really not that extreme in real life. The 348 is 5" wider than that Corolla, but it doesn't look it thanks to how much further the Corolla's trunk pushes out.
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Took me a minute to realize that wasn't a camry, holy poo poo!
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Feb 19, 2016 23:20
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Had a good drive on Sat, which means that I didn't break anything and didn't damage the car more. If I can drive it once a week from now til spring, I probably won't need to tend the battery. 308 with the perfect wrap for a goon: http://bringatrailer.com/2016/02/23/wrapped-running-1982-ferrari-308gtsi-project-w-no-reserve/
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kimbo305 posted:
That autism awareness wrap is probably severely disturbing to all automotive autists.
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