Adrian's 355 musings

[A348W]

Thanks for that Pete; another pointless MOT aspect. Fortunately I bought a toggle switch with a light, which I didn’t bother to wire in, but will do so tomorrow...after an early morning blast that is

[Nosevi]

Thanks for that Pete; another pointless MOT aspect. Fortunately I bought a toggle switch with a light, which I didn’t bother to wire in, but will do so tomorrow...after an early morning blast that is

No probs. Would have potentially caught me out as well next MOT - it’s not like I drive the 348 around all that often in thick fog and if I ever did the fog light worked anyway. To fail on something that has absolutely no effect on safety would have irked a tad. As it is I need to work out how to replace the bulb behind the switch. My guess is £75 from Ferrari or 75p from Halfords......

Enjoy the drive

[A348W]

So little update...

Came back from service and MOT at DL last week and all good. In addition to the service I had them put some sports cats on and raise the ride height on the front, back to standard as I was bottoming out a few places.

Only thing to sort before next MOT is the airbag light; now an MOT failure if it’s on! So options being a) put the original airbag wheel on, b) stick a resistor in the wiring loom or c) go old school and just take the light bulb out?

The sports cats don’t really effect the noise levels, just takes a little edge of the high pitch bit which is good. With the added bonus it’s now all legal!

I’ve had a few outings now including Salon Dusty and Classic Car Hub. The noise is becoming somewhat addictive and the ride is a lot smoother than the 348. With an added bonus the Boss likes it!

Next up is getting the dash re-trimmed. You wouldn’t believe how hard it’s been to find a trimmer!!! And whilst it’s out removing several miles of unidentifiable wiring and magic boxes for the stereo etc!

[F355GTS]

We should plan to meet for a breakfast or coffee before we all get locked down again

[francisn]

We should plan to meet for a breakfast or coffee before we all get locked down again

I'm up for that

[F355GTS]

I'm up for that

Hi Francis did you see Adrian's post re Saturday in events?

[francisn]

Thanks Mark, was in contact with Adrian yesterday. 50:50 whether I can make it but hope so.

[Terry]

Hi Adrian

Not sure if you need any help but just in case here is a write up I did from years ago.

348_355 Dash Removal Procedure.pdf

Let me know if you still need a trimmer, he is in Middlewich

[Mike01606]

Hi Terry.....good to see you still
around. I hope you’re well and hopefully catch-up sometime.

I can vouch for the trimmer.... Terry’s car is perfect!

[355OXO]

Hi Adrian

Not sure if you need any help but just in case here is a write up I did from years ago.

348_355 Dash Removal Procedure.pdf

Let me know if you still need a trimmer, he is in Middlewich

I used the same trimmer as Terry and he completely re-trimmed my 355 interior and did a fantastic job. Can't recommend him highly enough.