$25,000 MAJOR SERVICE?!?! Naa, let's DIY it! Ferrari 348 Major Part 1

[@joejung7401]

Amazing job nice to see DYI projects that is touches back to your roots. Pls more footage of the whole job. Love learning about Ferrari’s. Dan your show inspired me to get an 430 and DYI all the work. It was an awesome feeling of accomplishment so thank you for your inspiration keep it coming!!

[@normalguysupercar]

There's quite a few more 348 major videos coming...

[@lovedrego]

Awesome video and glad to see folks talking about the major. Btw I've had the major done on my 348 speciale and even with the oil tensioner replaced last year it was right around $7k with one of the best indy exotic shops in the mid Atlantic. Just hate to see the lack of fully disclosed information ("misinformation") out there which may scare people away from the 348. You bare doing more work than "just a major". Love the fact this car looks all original with the trunk lid still being black. Will follow for sure.

[@normalguysupercar]

We aren't providing misinformation. This isn't a basic timing belt service. $20-25k for what we are doing is totally reasonable

[@lovedrego]

Looking forward to seeing everything you guys replace on it.

[@normalguysupercar]

We replace almost everything. Lol.

[@timpurcell6931]

lovedrego - it’s mostly original. It came with a custom exhaust and the lower body has been painted to match the rest of the car (as the 93 onward ones are).

[@dinotom1]

I don’t know where everyone keeps claiming these engine out services are 20-25, even 30,000 some claim. My F512 M just had it’s major engine out service done including new engine mounts for $16,800

[@RacerXGTO]

It's the world of the internet blog, the bigger and dramatic "whatever", the more probability you will get clicks (rolleyes)

[@charlieryan1736]

Looking forward to watching this series 🇮🇹👍🏻

[@normalguysupercar]

It's gonna be sweet

[@andrewthacker114]

Nice clip, nice to see people enjoy what they are doing.

[@normalguysupercar]

It's a lot of fun when you're working on cars with some great guys.

[@overtorque]

I was a mechanic for 15 years, did an engine out service on an F355 F1 (what an experience) but I have to say you guys look like a lot of fun to hang out with! Wish I could work with yinz!

[@normalguysupercar]

Haha we like to have fun

[@peterthemaniac]

this is what i like my garage to have! a couple of friends drinking beer and take a ferrari apart! great work

[@normalguysupercar]

Haha yes

[@changefromabill1637]

Please update us in this series on Tim's garage FEMA cleanup progress... last we saw it a cat5 tornado had just torn thru it leaving just enough space for the F-car to squeeze in.... has the heavy machinery left yet? Hahaha! Looking forward to precision engine work being done in a heavy fog of beer farts!

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol yeah it was quite a mess.

[@studog05]

7:33 epic cheeseburgers moment Ha!

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol

[@stevenf7683]

Good to see this car getting the work done on it. I remember talking about this at the Influencer Invasion.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yup, we've been wrenching on it for quite some time now

[@stevenf7683]

@@normalguysupercar If I was in the area, I would offer my labor to help do things like this. I am pretty good at lifting things. :)

[@supraking85]

Love it. Great work 🤣 car looks amazing. Can't wait for more. Ps what's the intro music. Love it

[@normalguysupercar]

Thank you! Plenty of videos coming

[@richardlee7595]

Yay wrenching!! I’ll be over with my torque wrench.

[@normalguysupercar]

Not the little one right?

[@9023gregb]

This shit is amazing! So cool to see people tear into a Ferrari. I think I know more about Ferrari's than I actually do because of you channel LOL!!

[@normalguysupercar]

Thank you and hell yeah,

[@the-bu3lb]

Dan u mention it needs to be changed every 3-5 or 25000 was your friends car after it’s been done really needed it drove and sounded fine when you both picked it up at night.

[@aarons.6714]

Nice! Another vid of wrenching with the boys!

[@normalguysupercar]

Yup!

[@Rick356A]

How far down does the engine need to drop to get it out? I am thinking of doing mine! i have some ideas but don't think i can move the engine down too far with equipment i have!

[@normalguysupercar]

Probably about 4 feet I'm guessing

[@rj.parker]

Other than the timing belt, what other parts are being replaced that require the motor to be removed?

[@normalguysupercar]

You'll see.

[@MichaelJames-lz7ni]

EVERY time you go-through the work of pulling an engine, you add a few preventative-maintenance items while the engine is 'out' because its MUCH easier to do than with the engine in the car....

[@Fedgery007]

Very cool! Please put wheels on correctly when finished! They’re the wrong direction.

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol yes yes

[@studog05]

Jeffrey B no Tim’s gotta buy my 360 rims n tires I brought to the party. It will instantly modernize his 348.

[@ukdrivingcritic]

5k USD tops for a major on a 348 from a Ferrari speciaiist - my last one was 3. However will be good to watch a DIY version.

[@normalguysupercar]

It's not a typical major

[@donaldparlettjr3295]

Ferrari just like IKEA , some assembly required. "We don't need no stinkin' manual!!"

[@normalguysupercar]

Haha screw the manual!

[@MichaelJames-lz7ni]

I see a lot of dudes turning wrenches, but nobody taking photos to understand how things came-apart. Re-assembly is going to be a NIGHTMARE, and I don't see anyone who knows that the Factory torque-specs are on the hardware they're pulling-off.....LOL....I'll pray for you!

[@JChavsPorsches]

That exhaust did sound good.. did you guys put back on the car?

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes

[@samadrid6321]

I think that Ferrari motor will be more trouble than it's worth, you guy should just drop a V8 Chevy motor in that thing, more reliable and won't catch fire. I bet Ferrari would hire you guys in a minute.

[@normalguysupercar]

Na

[@ryanparkinson7733]

Awesome! So many people working on one car at once - it looked like Ferrari surgery, which apparently requires beer for the surgeons.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes beer is a must. Improves the cussing.

[@aster5031]

Brilliant!! 5/5

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks!

[@gusseisern1151]

question. 25K for a service. Does this include a replacement engine?

[@normalguysupercar]

Nope, about $5k in parts and $20k for labor

[@gusseisern1151]

Oh my goodness

[@MichaelJames-lz7ni]

Welcome to the wonderful world of Specialized Service pricing - I don't know a legit Ferrari Mechanic who works for less-than $140/hour.....but you get what you pay-for.....its not hard for laymen to encounter a mechanical problem on a DIY job that absolutely REQUIRES the involvement of a real pro.

[@gusseisern1151]

My Ferrari mechanic used to work 15 y for the dealership, now is self employed. He calls 70 usd /hr

[@normalguysupercar]

@MrSanc8 Perhaps, perhaps not.

[@OggaDugga]

How much do 348s average for now? Curious as a possible consideration.

[@normalguysupercar]

It varies but in the 50-70k range depending on a lot of factors.

[@ShadyBlitz1815]

Same

[@paulfeeney4032]

Brilliant video!

[@normalguysupercar]

Thank you

[@rthor5344]

What is the name of Josh’s shop and where is it located?

[@normalguysupercar]

No name yet, it's his personal shop, not yet a business. It's in Austin. If you're interested in having him work on your car, email me [e-mail]

[@The_Drive_Inside]

That’s awesome!!.... how much would the parts be through racambi if joe blow had to buy them?

[@normalguysupercar]

Well, a basic timing belt kit is in sub $1500 range... We are doing a lot more than that

[@peacetheory5544]

I seen a salvage LaFerarri for sale that looked pretty bad, it still was commanding $750,000, wonder what the DIY costs would be to get it going

[@normalguysupercar]

Parts would be really hard to get

[@enzorari]

Great job, keep it up!

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks

[@michaelgiordano2093]

Can"t wait to see how the ferrari turns out... It looks like the owner is going to save a bunch of money....

[@normalguysupercar]

Oh yeah Tim's saving a boatload.

[@heinzmuller5764]

Yeah always let the wheel smash onto the brake caliper 👍

[@realdata1378]

Less is more. The entirely analog 348 is the biggest bang for the buck. The 355 has brass valve issues. the 355s electronic adjustable suspension goes out. the 355 spider's roof is one piece and costs $60k to replace. its now or never for the 348 - the shrewdest sports car purchase in the entire Ferrari market.

[@oegroemov]

I rap it up for you .........it'll be sweet 🏁

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol thanks!

[@icantthnkof1]

Awesome how you guys are doing it yourselves, but you made me cringe seeing wheel fall on the rotor, socket slapping around the walls when removing the lugs, and the ratchet banging against the paint at 4:27

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks

[@mariodesmo]

Your hat got dirty! Must have been working hard! Yea, at times it looked like too many chefs in the kitchen! If you know what I mean... lol Actually looking forward to seeing this series of videos.

[@normalguysupercar]

Haha my hat was already dirty. 😁

[@dklife1630]

Y’all should twin turbo the 348, and you’re 458. Would be some awesome videos!

[@normalguysupercar]

Hell no, that will ruin the glorious NA sound

[@tommylopez7521]

Are you going to cars and coffee tomorrow?? Would love to see your Ferrari

[@normalguysupercar]

I'll be there but I'll be in my Vette. I'm one of the pace cars for the Corvette invasion parade laps.

[@tommylopez7521]

Normal Guy Supercar awesome!!! Going to be my first cars and coffee that I go to, super excited!

[@normalguysupercar]

It should be a good one, but damn hot!

[@alien7772]

Damn dude Tim looks like your twin!

[@normalguysupercar]

Hmm not sure about that but ok

[@bigbuckeye76]

Two minutes in and I am thinking.....LS Swap

[@normalguysupercar]

Haha Na. Gotta love the Ferrari motors.

[@danielthomas2621]

Most people don't like the 348 ,but I do....and dio

[@normalguysupercar]

I think it's a fantastic car!

[@Some_guy_on_a_bike]

beautiful car. looks like a big pain in the butt. this makes the 360 seem like a far better car for a mechanically inclined owner.

[@normalguysupercar]

360 still needs the same service, just with the belts still in the car...

[@hamsterbrigade]

I think you need to start at the 430 if you want the lower maintenance? I could be wrong, but I don't think the 430 has an standard engine out maintenance.

[@homerjay6159]

Now that there is a NGS10 % discount those belts on my 360 will be a little less expensive. Thanks Dan.

[@MichaelJames-lz7ni]

the orientation of the drivetrain makes the 348 more-difficult to work on - the 360 provides an access door to reach the belts/tensioners without removing the motor.

[@RobertKohut]

Nice!!

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks

[@jimihendrix731]

Jeeze this looks tedious. I was somewhat toying with the idea of getting a 348 since they are relatively affordable and doing most of the maintenance work myself. After watching this, I think I'll stick with something more reliable and easier to service.

[@normalguysupercar]

Well to be fair this was a pretty significant major

[@BoxPro-]

how much is REAL cheap?!?!

[@normalguysupercar]

That depends on your definition of cheap

[@BoxPro-]

@@normalguysupercar one in great shape for 50k$ near me at 29k miles..

[@mikespess824]

$25K service? Seriously? Seems a bit overly sensationalist to drive views. I guess it worked for Matt Farah and his Carrera video... Why not here? Regardless, cool to see the DIY.

[@normalguysupercar]

Here's the response I had on Facebook to the same debate... Well... Let's say you find a shop that's cheap, like $120/hour. And let's assume they don't mark up the parts. We're in over $5k in parts. It's easily an 80+ hour job. As I keep saying, we're not just doing the timing belts... So 80 * $120 = $9600... Plus parts is about $15k. Now that's probably best case scenario. If they run $200/hour which isn't uncommon, then we're already at well over $20k. Add in that most shops mark up parts and is easily $25k.

[@TheMentalblockrock]

That would be at Ferrari dealership labour rates.

[@mikespess824]

@@normalguysupercar If you're buying $15K worth of parts, it's going WAY beyond a major service. My last engine-out major (last 4 years) was $12K and that included a new exhaust, clutch slave, new fuel lines, and all of the typical major service components that you would expect. The work was completed by one of the best independent Ferrari shops on the East coast. Again, the DIY is still cool. It's a great way to really understand how the cars are put together and how they work.

[@tazmod7272]

Wow!!

[@normalguysupercar]

Yup

[@natearb]

You ready for cars and coffee??

[@normalguysupercar]

It was fun

[@natearb]

@@normalguysupercar I'm still here and a white mustang gt almost spun out and crashed 😬

[@albertocastenetto1273]

That service is not 25000 I have a 355 and I had that same service done for 5000

[@normalguysupercar]

It's not the same service. You had a basic timing belt service. We are doing a lot of extra stuff. Parts alone are over $5k

[@albertocastenetto1273]

@@normalguysupercar My car had done everything it needed belts tensioners water pump seals plugs wires .What else did you do to that car?

[@normalguysupercar]

You'll see in future videos

[@albertocastenetto1273]

@@normalguysupercar Thank you my friend I hope I can learn some things that I could do to my car

[@dgatan]

@@normalguysupercar Alberto Castennetoo, ths guy is a load of crap. I have a 348TB, had the 30K major which practically replaced everything under the hood that needed servicing and it only came up to $11,300. Just another KZbinr desperate for likes and followers posting a misleading title SMFH

[@cnfrisch]

The amount of effort required to perform this major service is definitely not normal...

[@normalguysupercar]

Normal for a 348...

[@mrinbetween3137]

Well on the plus side you have plenty of moral support. How much is just the parts?

[@normalguysupercar]

Quite a few grand but were doing more than a basic major

[@josephcalleja1326]

Hi, I'm Joe can you please do me a big favour and ask you good friend witch by the way I think he is the best Mechanic I have ever see working, can you ask him if I need to change the water pump on my 348tb when I do the Cam Belt, the water pump was changed in the last cam belt change and since then I only drive the car no more then about 300 miles. Thanks

[@normalguysupercar]

Was it replaced with oem? It's possibly good, you just need to check the bearings. But if you want to play it safe, replace it.

[@invertedpolarity6890]

Too difficult to watch your videos. Clearly, you guys are having fun cutting up but I would rather you focus on the car and the technical aspects of what you are doing. Can find plenty of bros on youtube.

[@christopherjackson5829]

Baby boomers doing basic shit here, I'm out too

[@christopherjackson5829]

Baby boomers eating memberberries and acting like youtubers, I'm out too

[@christopherjackson5829]

Baby boomers eating memberberries and acting like young people, I'm out too

[@christopherjackson5829]

Baby boomers eating memberberries and acting like young people, I'm out too

[@normalguysupercar]

I love that you take the time to tell me you don't want to watch my videos. If you don't like them just go away then. There's not much technical in the tear down... The hard part is putting stuff back together.

[@TheMentalblockrock]

Are you guys skilled enough to do n engine out service on a Ferrari when you can't even charge the battery on a Camaro?? Just saying.

[@normalguysupercar]

Nope

[@f.w.1318]

LOL !!!!’ NOPE classic, my wife told me the same thing when I tore into my F150, to redo timing and heads, I padded myself on the back, when it was all said and done, you guys are brave, I’ve seen part 9 or 10 it popped up on my feed but stopped when I saw the series on your channel, watching it from the beginning.

[@normalguysupercar]

@@f.w.1318 Awesome. Last part comes out Saturday morning...

[@bartsmykla]

You swear too much. This quacking is annoying

[@normalguysupercar]

Ok well that's not gonna change

[@apriliaracing7]

Working on cars and swearing go together like KZbin videos and people who write stupid comments.

[@bartsmykla]

@@apriliaracing7 I see you know what you are talking about.

[@sorryimajerk735]

The fact that the shop looks like an old grow op explains the nice cars these have to mess with lol a sawzall on an lanborghini and old shitty rigid power tool lol lets the wheel fall off onto the brakes scratch the shit out of the wheel and brakes just a total cheesburger breakdown of lmfao and omg either way looks like fun. im way to careful and dont let people "help" in my shop that cant put their beer down lmfao in fact no beer allowed i do realize this is a hobby shop and obv not professional

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes, this is a side hustle/hobby shop.