Can An Idiot Tune An Old Ferrari The Traditional Way? Engine Tune Ferrari 308

Can a perfectly ordinary bloke properly tune an old carb fed ferrari 308? what's more can he balance the carbs using the tube method? Here I tune the fuel mixtures, check the ignition timing and then take it out to see how it drives!
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[@daveshongkongchinachannel]

Call me superstitious but I would not get rid of that car. It's what defined this channel to begin with and has been your lucky charm despite all the aggro it gave you. And now it's sorted you should definitely enjoy it as a good weather car.

[@hunterdubber2915]

As much as the Influenza has gained the channel popularity Id definitely say it was Jack's 964 that defined the channel. That was the car that initially attracted me to subscribe . After many cars gone by , I still enjoy my weekly Number 27 fix . There will be a time I expect the 308 to be passed to it's next custodian as I understand Jack is a big believer in the mantra , "Variety is the spice of a KZbin channel life " Keep going Giacomo👍🏻❤️👊🏻😎

[@waynepantry7023]

@@hunterdubber2915 964 ? Never heard of it . . .

[@princesssolace4337]

Same here ... but I wud get rid of the old fuel and ignition system and bring the 308 into 21st century

[@jimamizzi1]

@@princesssolace4337yeah it can be done, the car wizard did it, however he is having issues, can’t remember but it had something to do with the computer

[@princesssolace4337]

@@jimamizzi1 A friend got a 308 GT4 UK rhd, shipped it over to Kuala Lumpur where its gonna reside for the rest of her life. He uses Haltech Elite 2500 ecu, Jenvey itbs ... reason for doing it bcoz he wants to crank it up first time everytime, tired of tuning the carbs and it is much better in reliability. He tuned it by volumetric efficiency to a 100 octane punp gas which is cheap in Malaysia plus it gives a better mileage. The COP with sequential injectors gives a better torque curve and much improve Hp. Car wizard shud just go for Haltech Elite ecus, kinda pricey but with the tech support it's better value for money. He shud stop mucking around with cheap ecus

[@daveglover6115]

A great update on the 308 Jack, no doubt Iain is having a chuckle! Now that's it's sorted so well and you want to use it, I would suggest a road trip into France/Italy with maybe Harry or STG for the company!

[@enjoyradiosilence]

More influenzo!! Car really looks and sounds great, well done!

[@d.s.v.6404]

I owned and with tremendous remorse sold a beautiful 1977 GTB…I now own and, with meager amateur skills, maintain a 1978 GTS (carb rebuilds, fuel hoses, gearbox oil pan gasket, ignition coil, wires, plugs, fluids, etc). Though the GTB would bring a higher value, the GTS is much more enjoyable for me to drive with the top removed. I hope you don’t sell as I feel this 308, like mine for me, has become a part of your life journey. Thanks for the great video. ‘78 GTS 25349.

[@fabriccouch]

Sometimes you forget just how good looking this car is. So beautiful. I really dislike coupes, but would struggle to sell this car. Given how truly sorted it is I feel like maintaining it into the future requires your level of enthusiasm. These cars are artworks, and need to be tended to by people like you so not only are they maintained, but also seen by young and old so that this level of beauty remains in our consciousness.

[@calebmcdonald8458]

Jack beautiful work! I had a hard time using the hose method to check the air flow balance of my carbs as well. However I found it worked beautifully to adjust the mixture to be spot on. You can hear down the barrels slight pops and crackles when it’s too lean and it almost whistles a bit as it gets too rich. I found this got the carbs on my 308 a lot better dialed in than just listening to the revs go up and down. For timing definitely check it again at 5k. I have mine at 34 degrees at 5k which gave me about 10-11 degrees at idle. The throttle is quite responsive with it set that way. Great work though. I think you need to keep the Influenzo around. I’m sure it will find a way to create more content for you. We’d hate to lose you as a fellow 308 owner 😊

[@cristianocastagno9680]

Iain Tyrrell is actually a trained musician being a singer. I think that explains his extraordinary ear.

[@ryanmccormick2150]

Well done on how well the Influenzo has turned out Jack! Your an inspiration to us all I'm sure! I would be sorry to see the Influenzo go but I'd be as equally excited for it's replacement 🤗👍

[@grantmail4112]

This is the 1st time I've heard you say how well everything's going without anything blowing up 5 minutes later 👍

[@Number27]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@johnandrews3568]

The 308 sounds downright NASTY! (in a good way) You've put a LOT into this thing and it has helped you grow the channel immeasurably... at least keep it thru the summer before making any rash decisions.

[@Petrospect]

That 8:19 soundbite of it bodies any fuel injected 308/328 I’ve seen. However good the reliability must be on those you can’t beat this noise! As for you keeping it, I am sure the sustained heartbreak has been tough to navigate but…if it stays sorted and it carburettors properly from now on… No other car suits you as much as Influenzo. It’s uncanny! Love the car everytime I see it. Hope you end up keeping it! Doubt a coupe would’ve helped much chassis flex wise though, for a sports car experience it seems the 308 GT4 is a better drive! What a car though. Much love from Greece!

[@MHORASHTY]

I am loving this series on your old Ferrari. The ups and downs of parts breaking or wearing out, fitting better parts and having to fiddle about with carburetion etc to get those days when it all comes together and it feels bloody brilliant. My old Ducati is much the same and I like the fact that it's not computer controlled, new cars and bikes are amazing but I can't really fiddle with the plastic covered engines and electronic suspension. More reliable maybe but boring.

[@johangenade9314]

sound fantastic, glad it's sorted finally, drive it all summer long.

[@simonelliott5956]

No! Keep it Jack, it’s such a legacy and a tribute to everything you’ve done on the channel! Part of the family now!

[@IDM328]

So good to see it working properly! You can't even think about selling it till you've taken it to the Alps! (and then you may never sell it ;) )

[@carlharvey7098]

It made my day seeing you with a rubber tube stuck in your ear mate! 🤣🤣

[@Number27]

Thanks buddy!! Hope you’re well…

[@ajax700]

Iain Tyrrell tunes the carbs that way (or at least he shows that), and some old expert mechanics here in Argentina did the same, tuning the carbs with a tube, hearing the engine. I tend to think that using one vacoumeter per carb barrell simultaneosly leads to a better, finer result. Best wishes.

[@baheh1801]

If you do decide to sell it I cannot imagine you could find a replacement that would cause you such despair but at the same time look so good it would give you the desire to keep persevering.

[@drew699]

Apart from the engine sound, imho the best thing about the Fezza is that it’s a convertible! Open top motoring adds SOO much to the driving experience of any car, especially a sportscar.

[@oohmeconkers1968]

Looks like a Ferrari… sounds like a Ferrari… you got yourself a Ferrari baby 😂. Have some summer fun Jack.

[@TheMrFishnDucks]

Awesome car. Please do a few more videos in its finished form before you move it on. Nice video. Keep up the good work.

[@albertperks3476]

Oh my god that car finally sounds like it should. Well done for persevering - I'd have lost patiences years ago. :)

[@GTE_Channel]

That sound is fantastic isn't it

[@stephenricketts7764]

Well it has been a long journey (understatement) but I think you have got there! I like what the paint shop have done, looks good. I would tune it with the airflow meter mainly because I am now almost deaf in one ear so that would be a fail for me! I think you should enjoy the car for a while at least if only to get pleasure from your work. Great sounding car Jack thank you for taking us for a spin.👍👍

[@prof_tim]

Very nice to have news of your flighty, red car. Glad to hear that it seems to be sorted [although given the history I am not holding my breath] :)

[@juhakivekas2175]

You are not an idiot. We all iterate our works and one day it goes smooth. You have put so much in that little beauty that you just can not let it go without rewarding yourself. You need to go to the to Dolomites or something as it is an Italian beauty. Harry Metcalfe and also Henry Catchpole have praised alot the North-Spain roads. Davide Cironi drives often in the Toscana area mountain roads.

[@mohammadzein504]

This was so interesting and informative to watch! I personally have heard, but never seen these old school carburetor tuning methods before! Job well done👏 Jack Sir! I love how far the Influenzo has come! The engine sounded so great and responsive👌.

[@richarddarsa6353]

Today you have mastered the 308 Carb mechanics & tomorrow the world! Well done! I sense closure (which is great for you and sad for us) What next?

[@user-kb8gh5jv9t]

The Car sounds amazing!!! I agree with some others on here that this Car is the only reason I watch your channel.

[@1995RangeRover]

Influenza is looking and sounding the part! Great vid as usual...cheers!!!

[@Selmerpilot]

Get a wideband O2 sensor on there too. Wide open throttle jetting, if still stock, will be incredibly lean with current fuel. If using F36 emulsion tube, these engines really like a 140 main jet, and 190-200 air corrector. Stock jetting is much smaller and you’re leaving 10hp on the table and it will run much hotter due to being lean

[@bigfella6629]

Dam that exhaust note sounds great, its a shame that your thinking of selling it.

[@pgtmr2713]

That's terrific! The sound, and the accomplishments in repair all around! For the sound try some tunnels, overpasses, parking garages, and narrow streets with close houses, windows open so you can hear the reflections of sound. This is probably a special car for you now, keep that in mind, enjoy it for a bit. I need a stable update, your cars and what they need. 1k plus channels I'm subscribed to, hard to keep track.

[@rogerpritchard]

Great job! Very complicated job to tune these engines. Your skills are amazing. Takes a lifetime to learn the process. My daily driver, a lexus is200 (toyota really) hasn't needed tunning even after 21 years! Starts on the button every day. Like most modern cars, they never need tunning. Incredible.

[@MrCarrera28]

That car sounds fantastic and the wide grin you were trying to suppress was great to see. Your efforts to fettle this car have been great to watch and this car seems to be one one those cars that has a soul and you have managed to bring some its verve back. It would be a shame if it didn't get to continue its life as car that gets owned and critically driven by someone who does not share your passion. If you decide to sell it hopefully you can be choosy about who you sell it to. It would be terrible if it was just sold to a speculator who never drove it and it just sat in a warehouse or just as bad if it was sold someone who didn't realise they need to put some effort in to keep it running at optimum levels.

[@malfunction8165]

All you need is Matt Monro on the 8 track stereo and you are there, The Cotswold Job. You have to keep the car.

[@leehayes70]

Capristo exhaust next! This is why I subscribed to your channel. This car. Thank you.

[@marcusnicola1221]

Influenzo has come along way, sounds awesome from that rear mike. I'm sure it will break your heart to part with it and we will miss it, however youtube is all about content. Enjoy till the height of summer and then sell for top money.

[@Lemma01]

I had a smile on MY face as you were driving. But the challenge was always "can he fix it?", so if the answer is "it's fixed", time to move on. You'll have no problem shifting the car, and could get something pretty interesting for the money... thanks for the journey - we've loved it!

[@malcolmlane-ley2044]

You've cracked it Jack, this car no longer makes me feel ill at the thought of the next big cost coming; perhaps a new bit of fuel pipe wouldn't be considered too extravagant, cable ties, really?

[@lesklower7281]

By the way the paint is looking realy nice that rossonred in the bright sunlight looks good and tuning the carburetors withbthat air flow meter looks like fun obviously worked is thidsn almost sorted Ferrari 308

[@johnireland1629]

Great to feel like we've come full circle on Influenzo. He's running as you always wanted. I know what you are saying about it being a convertible. My GTSi had that flaw for me. But with the top on, it was easy to forget about it. And after all you put into this, I'd just kick back and enjoy the fruits of your labor. Let the time to sell it come to you, don't go looking for it. Your car is worth some good money, use it wisely and don't buy a money pit.

[@demokid2000]

My favorite vintage Ferrari, perfect summer car. Keep it and have fun!

[@psircos]

Don't sell the influenzo Jack....its became a part of you now. If you do decide to part with it and, it was you I seen that day (thete can't be many around in the uk), you should drive by and let me see it close up. You can have a nostalgic shot of the busso 👍. It'll make my year ❤️😊

[@grrfy]

Just as I was about to go outside and finish some rust prevention,You drag me back in!

[@justinbrown6558]

Hi Jack. Your 308 has been quite a journey, but I must say it’s sounding absolutely fantastic! Very well done, your patience has paid off, and no doubt your confidence will have grown too because of your achievement. I support your idea to move on. I think for several reasons, the challenge has been resolved with the 308, so new challenges need to be found in something equally as interesting/and/or exotic. It is also an opportunity to seek out something which may satisfy your desires a bit more, like the rigidity issues. Maybe enjoy the 308 chapter for the summer, and then look forward to a new project to work on through the winter? Anyway, your down to earth presentation style, detail in including this in your videos, and the interesting cars you feature keep me subscribed! A Pantera would be interesting… 😉

[@benzina5917]

Iain Tyrell has a massive advantage in that he is a trained singer so he has an unusually sensitive ear. Even he refers to the tuning method with the hose as a 'party trick'. For the rest of us the flow gauge is the correct tool for the job.

[@RJN82]

While your car is running so well I would make a lengthy audio recording (very soon if possible) so you can listen to it in the future. it's a shame that electrification is so expensive as it seems like the best option for keeping such a beautiful car on the road for more than a few years. Sell it soon and enjoy the memories while they're still good!

[@twoknuckles]

Love this car, guilty pleasure. Don't sell!!!!! (Or sell it to me!😉) Thanks for bringing her out again!

[@chriskappert1365]

Yes you can ! Check valve play Check accelerationpumps ! Synchronise carbs Check ignition . Worked miracles on my 2 liter Alfa Nord engine !

[@global_nomad.]

So happy to see that everything is going well with the influenzo....but a small part of me did want something to go wrong...I wish i had the funds for it, but alas....

[@benbuchanan672]

Surely the air meter should be used to adjust air bypass, or throttle closed position (idle screw) on each carb? The engine speed will be the same for all carbs, so adjusting mixture will not alter air flow differently for each carb.

[@caeserromero3013]

Wait till Ratarossa finishes the 512 and swap him for the Influenzo :)

[@johniksushibar165]

you can get 4 in a row vacuum guages for bikes, maybe even 6 or use 2 sets, makes thangs a lot easier to see in real thyme

[@g0fvt]

As much as I despise that car the sound alone is somewhat seducing. Good to see you enjoying the fruits of your labour.

[@e24mpwr]

Please keep it. That way I won't be tempted to buy it and bring it to the US...

[@richardsmith9509]

Jack: this is weird: it has never looked so beautiful and has never run so well, so the answer? Sell it ???? Don't you dare !!!!~!~!

[@marksmejkal4267]

The gift that keeps on giving

[@GTE_Channel]

These are the kind of video's where I'm on KZbin for!

[@gazzafloss]

Well Jack, if I lived in the UK instead of Australia and wasn't so old I'd be keen to buy the "Influenzo", I just love those classic lines, relative simplicity and character, especially it being a convertible. I've bought and sold many beautiful interesting cars over my life and I wished I'd kept some of them. Don't get rid of it, you may regret passing it on later.

[@midnightblue1874]

No matter how much i love old school car and hate new ones , i really do not miss carburetors...

[@rhettcorcoran2879]

It is great to see the car back on the channel.

[@fancybobbybob]

I keep expecting Harry to come whipping by around that corner

[@My911]

Hi Jack, your not an idiot. You wouldn’t have been able to fix a Ferrari otherwise. Have a good weekend.

[@tonysoprano2800]

The 308 has always been the prettiest Ferrari in my eyes and my poster car when I was a lad. The closest I have got to owning a Ferrari is my Maserati 4200 GT which I've had for 3 years now and love every moment I drive it. I've loved your journey with this car and will be sad to see it go if you decide to sell it. Love your work and always find it entertaining. Arrivederci per adesso

[@glennob7663]

I much prefer your DIY videos and they are how I found the channel in the first place. It was refreshing to see a normal working guy trying to diy a Ferrari. Not a fan of your car reviews tho sorry. Main reason for commenting here though is this video is a bit back to front. The golden rule is that you always set/check timing first and carbs last.👍

[@1234567marks]

So good to see that car start up without it billowing smoke 👍

[@eze8970]

Looks like its working/sounding/looking great Jack, well done on your efforts! It's your car to sell as you wish, you've done your very best for it, & so many more cars to buy/try out! Perhaps a Ferrari get together/little roadtrip with JayEmm & Ratarossa, you all have such different cars? Wishing you many happy miles! 🙏🙏

[@lyntonfiammetta]

You will for ever regret selling it as the yrs roll by .Just do gen maintenance + upkeep vids.Your channel needs this car .

[@eefneleman9564]

I think you did it a bit backwards. Balance first, adjust mixture after all carbs draw the same amount of air. (actually: check/adjust valve clearances, set timing, then balance and mixture). Balance wasn't really off enough to be a problem.

[@FergusPol]

Actually be should have fully warmed it up first to allow heat soak and expansion to stabilize. Adjustments on what is essentially a cold engine will lead to a rich mixture and high idle when the car gets up to temperature.

[@fridonina]

Sounds awesome to me ! Well done

[@Lou-f]

Excellent work Jack! Enjoy it for the summer 👌🏻

[@jasonalpha]

Hoping you keep the car after all your hard work

[@princesssolace4337]

Get rid of the carbs and distributor caps ... get an modern Haltech ecu, crank+cam sensors , wideband 02 sensor, COP, 8 injectors + iTBs, internal high pressure fuel pump and it wud be reliable and it wud sound much better

[@bobolulu7615]

If one understands how things like this work, then it is no problem to fix or tune. Ive had my 308 for 16 years and i do everything on it from valve grinds to bearing changes.

[@michaelpegasiou4531]

That went way too easy and well,something is not quite right with the world 😂

[@mmmmmmmmmmmmmmm420]

'La Influenza'. Sounds so much better.

[@jerehada]

Looks and sounds perfect now. Problem will be any buyer won’t have to look far to see it’s cantankerous history.

[@richardcovello5367]

Hints: Set the timing at maximum advance, don't worry about advance at idle (on mine, I think it was 3,000 rpm), and gap the points first at 0.012" (wider may cause backfiring on the overrun). Slacken off the throttle linkages. I found I could set the butterflies with a thin hose (1/4" id pvc ) more accurately than with that carb sync tool. I set the idle mixture just off too rich (smell, sound), rather than just a bit richer than too lean.Then set the linkages so the butterflies all start to open simultaneously, with a bit of clearance before the throttles are engaged (check that they fully open). Again, If it backfires on the overrun and the points are set as described, richen the idle mixture a bit. (Hope this helps!)

[@Number27]

Doesn’t have points… and after the video I did go and check the advance at 5000 rpm.. it’s about right!

[@aleksej79novosibirsk]

Spacing between lines of text (influenzo) still not equal, but is much better... :)

[@e24mpwr]

There's a reason Ian is Ian ;)

[@steffydog]

Always great to see this one. Take care Jack

[@gp1683]

that sounds like a proper Ferrari! Nicely done Sir!!!

[@michelswerissen6544]

Enjoyed the sound of Ferrari, video approved, click.

[@Schlipperschlopper]

According to BABVVO and TEBBVO laws sadly soon all gas cars will be illegal in EU, USA and most states of Scandinavia. In Switzerland there is the HESCHLAVVO law and in France aditionally la SCHLABOUBVE, preventing that any combustion car enters any large city from 2025 on!

[@user-ih7gc7dt9l]

It is stunning to look at but I certainly understand why you would consider selling it.

[@richardcarter1000]

Well done. Sounds great

[@360Rosso]

Jack, you've put too much blood, sweat and tears into the Influenzo to even consider parting ways with it. It is a 3 pedal car, and as such, it will fetch a very nice premium in today's market, but I suspect it would be like selling your baby. Keep it and enjoy the hell out of it. You own a Ferrari. Not many can say that.

[@Selmerpilot]

Also dial in 38-39 degrees timing at 6000rpm. 34 degrees at 5000rpm is correct but make sure it’s getting all the rest by 6k

[@Number27]

I did check timing at 5000 rpm after the video was made an it was upper 30s…

[@byronf2112]

what a wonderful noise!

[@steveanderson6523]

So,basically,you're tired of owning a problomatic car that's cost you a fortune and now you want to offload it to some naive person who doesn't know any better! Thats good of you Jack.

[@jeffmerklinger9067]

My dad bought that car when it was new and I remember it from being a kid driving around. It doesn’t sound right. 😢

[@strat0871]

Yes, Iain is a wizard ! 😁

[@markthoughtswithukrainemas2072]

It even sounds better when you drive it !!!! well done

[@michaelmottlau5941]

Well done video.

[@user-di1hh4qy6r]

Youre straight up crazy if u sell that

[@tednruth453]

Sounds tremendous!

[@luckylimbo4816]

I’ve missed the old influenza 😂😂😂

[@oneman-onedog]

That sounds great now, and don’t sell it, unless you sell it to me 😄

[@markevo6]

Still can't drive a manual without looking down at the gear change I see !

[@justinjoyit13]

Sell it and go shopping for a Berlinetta semi-project, be great content. A right hand drive would be even better!

[@paulmeersa7162]

Is that the road that Harry uses too...??