Fiat Dino Forum (FDF)

johnharrill wrote: ↑Sat Aug 15, 2026 1:12 pm Thanks.
The Elshout parts look fabulous.

I have dealt with him and he is a clever and capable engineer. His products are very good.

Hey Richard; Do you happen to have a record of what size the steering box seals are?

TIA,

Luis

Did replacing the seal fix the problem?

Hi Stefan. I’m curious, why did Fiat change it if the prior system was better?

For years I’ve wondered if an ignition coil can could be successfully uncrimped to access the inner components and then crimped back without having leaks. If this were possible perhaps a “normal” coil could be re-wired to separate both inner windings and have the functionality of a 205A…?

Great follow up Richard, thanks.

For future reference, is the contact info at ZF still as Georg posted it above?

-Luis

Hi Charlie, Although I can’t help you with your original question regarding the switch, I can tell you that I offloaded the headlamps partly to extend the longevity of the switch, but also to obtain more brightness due to multiple voltage drops along that particular path, which includes not only the...

Kal wrote: ↑Mon Sep 18, 2023 6:33 am Hi Luis.

I've put 1,200km on them, and experienced zero issues to date.

I would have gone for FAG, but I couldn't source them (or the SKF) in the timeframe required.

regards,

Kal

Thanks for the update Kal.

dinoverde wrote: ↑Fri Sep 15, 2023 8:58 pm Hi
I have a brand new set if anyone is interested..$150 (for the set)plus shipping..

Good to know; thanks. What brand and model number?

Hi Kal. Checking in to see how the bearings are doing. Have you been able to put any miles on them?

Why did you select that one over the SKF or the FAG?

Thanks, Luis