Ferrari Mailing List: '79 308GTB idle problem resolved!

[Rick Lindsay (rolindsay]

Hello Friends,

I write today to thank everyone here, and over on FerrariChat, for their 
suggestions regarding my '79 Standard Specification (Euro) 308GTB's idle 
problems. I have to admit, I did not search for the problem scientifically. 
Rather, I followed everyone's advice, at the same time.

1. Rebuilt carbs WITHOUT removing the throttle shafts or plates. (Previous 
work.)
2. Installed new heat insulators with integral gaskets, below the carbs.
3. Replaced the fuel hoses. (Previous work.)
4. Cleaned and lightly oiled the linkage.
5. Assembled the ball joints on the linkage with 'considerable play'.
6. Ran the engine until at operating temperature, before tuning.
7. Followed The Birdman's carb synch guide to the letter.
8. Verified that nothing was binding as the air cleaner went back on.
9. Tested, and retested the idle as each part went together.
10. Went for a long test drive.
11. Perfect performance!!!

Thank you, everyone.

-rick