Log in

View Full Version : My 1998 Ferrari 350 won't start up!


CanadianCrook
Jul 25, 2009, 06:41 AM
I have been told by one of my buddies who is a mechanic that the compression is too low!

I haven't driven Betsy in 2 years, and I am not much of a mechanic.

I am not sure if I want to take it to the garage. When I start the car up it rumbles and then turns off almost immediately.

Anyone else have/ had this problem?

excon
Jul 25, 2009, 06:43 AM
Anyone else have/ had this problem?Hello Crook:

Nahhh. I drive my Ferrari every day. It's my Bentley that's having problems.

excon

TxGreaseMonkey
Jul 25, 2009, 07:15 AM
If your buddy is right, remove all spark plugs and check each cylinder's compression. Then, you'll know exactly where you stand. The results may indicate a blown head gasket, which is usually caused by allowing an aluminum head engine to overheat. Racing can be a contributing factor.

kitch428
Jul 25, 2009, 08:27 PM
It's not worth all this bother. I'll give you 500 for it and you don't have to worry about it anymore.

CanadianCrook
Jul 26, 2009, 06:44 AM
If your buddy is right, remove all spark plugs and check each cylinder's compression. Then, you'll know exactly where you stand. The results may indicate a blown head gasket, which is usually caused by allowing an aluminum head engine to overheat. Racing can be a contributing factor.

Hey thanks dude, I will try that.