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by ThomasK
Thu Jan 06, 2022 9:16 pm
Forum: Technical Discussions
Topic: Should I replace the suspension spring?
Replies: 8
Views: 2637

Re: Should I replace the suspension spring?

Don’t ignore the status and shape of the rubber parts on top of the springs! If they are worn as they often are after 50 years you have an influence on your height as well,
by ThomasK
Mon Jan 03, 2022 5:40 pm
Forum: The Fiat Dino
Topic: Rear 3/4 Window drainage
Replies: 2
Views: 2719

Re: Rear 3/4 Window drainage

Yes you are right. Not ideal, however, the sills should have an opening where the water can drain, but often this whole is closed with dirt etc.or was removed when sills are replaced not completely as original.
by ThomasK
Mon Dec 27, 2021 8:50 pm
Forum: Technical Discussions
Topic: Carpet Pieces
Replies: 9
Views: 6603

Re: Carpet Pieces

Hi, To my knowledge there are only three pieces mounted on boards: 167239 in the diagram on right and left side. They are then attached with two screws each to the body, at the rear side. Unfortunately I have no picture right now. Then there is a box around the gas tank intake. That is not on the di...
by ThomasK
Thu Dec 23, 2021 10:56 am
Forum: Technical Discussions
Topic: Carpet Pieces
Replies: 9
Views: 6603

Re: Carpet Pieces

Hi, I ordered this year carpets for my 2400 Coupe from rapides luxe https://www.tapis-deluxe.com/de/4577-teppichsatz-fiat-dino-2400-coupe-1969-1972.html for cabin and boot. I am happy with quality and communication, they fit well. The pieces for the box around the gas tank entry are not included, bu...
by ThomasK
Mon Dec 13, 2021 5:52 pm
Forum: Technical Discussions
Topic: Fuel Sending Unit in 2 Liter
Replies: 3
Views: 1313

Re: Fuel Sending Unit in 2 Liter

I think I have used 8x14.
And on the 2,4 Dino in addition 6x11 for the return line.
by ThomasK
Sun Dec 12, 2021 10:12 pm
Forum: Technical Discussions
Topic: Fuel Sending Unit in 2 Liter
Replies: 3
Views: 1313

Re: Fuel Sending Unit in 2 Liter

Better use a modern line / modern material. Safety first and you did not see it anyhow. That’s how I do / did it.
by ThomasK
Fri Sep 03, 2021 9:13 pm
Forum: Technical Discussions
Topic: 1967 2.0 Spider #665
Replies: 5
Views: 2146

Re: 1967 2.0 Spider #665

If you want to have it not loosing oil, use sealant.
by ThomasK
Thu Sep 02, 2021 8:06 pm
Forum: Technical Discussions
Topic: Later model 2.0 Spider (#663) controls
Replies: 8
Views: 2972

Re: Later model 2.0 Spider (#663) controls

Right. This Change seem to have happened somewhere in the middle of Serie 2 at around chassis # 800...
by ThomasK
Tue Aug 31, 2021 7:31 am
Forum: Technical Discussions
Topic: Later model 2.0 Spider (#663) controls
Replies: 8
Views: 2972

Re: Later model 2.0 Spider (#663) controls

Hi, as the Serie 2 Spider models are very similar to the 2,4 spiders on the inside, you can check the 2,4 manual. See here an Italian version but should help. Look at #22 and 23.
by ThomasK
Thu Jul 08, 2021 5:58 am
Forum: Market
Topic: Dino Spider at Auction
Replies: 17
Views: 6004

Re: Dino Spider at Auction

You can use special liners, they are also readily available, in which you can use the 2,4 pistons. Together with the 2 Liter crankshaft it sums up to 2,3 liter. The so called 2,3 liter Conversion. The bore equals then the 2,4 liter. I guess this is done/meant here.