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Yesterday, 07:56 PM

doverosx replied to a thread Serious Weight Loss in Autocross

Are you still running the unichip?

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Yesterday, 07:55 PM

doverosx replied to a thread Serious Weight Loss in Autocross

I know this is old but the ATM is far superior.

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Yesterday, 07:07 PM

Fiat88 replied to a thread Where to get CFP top hat replacement bearings? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

Sure will report back!

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Yesterday, 06:59 PM

MADNESS Bruce replied to a thread My New 2012 ABARTH in Fiat 500 Owners and Their Cars

Thank you Map! I actually "know" a few of those guys from an Ecto Builder Facebook group. They've helped me acquire the parts needed for a...

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Yesterday, 06:40 PM

Fiat500USA replied to a thread higher pitched horn ? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

Air horns are also a popular upgrade. We have lots of interesting threads on choosing and installing horns on the forum. They are tagged: Horn ...

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Yesterday, 06:10 PM

mp4guy replied to a thread Where to get CFP top hat replacement bearings? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

Just out of curiosity, check to see if the bearings are identical to the ones you are replacing. If memory serves, these were upgraded in later...

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Yesterday, 05:23 PM

Thunderbolt replied to a thread higher pitched horn ? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

I bought a set of Hella Supertones. Haven't installed them yet (waiting on some other parts before I remove my bumper) but they get good reviews.

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Yesterday, 05:15 PM

Fiat88 started a thread Adding a dust cap for CFP strut top hats - Any benefits? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

So, I've been running my top hats for for about 2 years. I noticed that they have no cover like the oem units. One of mine went bad, not sure if I...

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Yesterday, 04:34 PM

Fiat88 replied to a thread Where to get CFP top hat replacement bearings? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

Madness came through! I was able to buy a new set of bearings from them. Thank you Ed at madness!!

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Yesterday, 02:04 PM

500MADNESS.com replied to a thread FIAT Carbon Fiber Key Cover in 500 MADNESS

FIAT 500 Key Fob Housing - Carbon Fiber - Italian Flag Exposed Spruce up that bland plastic Key Fob with this beautifully air brushed Carbon Fiber...

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Yesterday, 11:59 AM

DavidGraves started a thread higher pitched horn ? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

Howdy Has anyone found a higher pitched horn that is an easy retrofit ? My 2012 Cabrio horn just does not get other traffic attention when needed....

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05-15-2022, 10:43 PM

Hermiabarth replied to a thread Where to get CFP top hat replacement bearings? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

I'm pretty sure you should be looking for a spherical bearing, also known as a spherical plain bearing, not a roller bearing. Like a Heim joint, or a...

6 replies | 165 view(s)

05-15-2022, 06:49 PM

Fiat88 replied to a thread Where to get CFP top hat replacement bearings? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

Those are good ideas! I sent madness an email and will report back. Thanks!

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05-15-2022, 05:08 PM

fast_dave replied to a thread Where to get CFP top hat replacement bearings? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

You could try contacting CFP - BUT, I just checked their website and they NOW direct you to Madness 500 for all contact/purchases. Direct contact...

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05-15-2022, 02:22 PM

Fiat88 started a thread Where to get CFP top hat replacement bearings? in Fiat 500 General Discussion

So, recently I've had a clunk noise for over 2 weeks. I couldn't dial in where it was coming from but today discovered it was coming from the...

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05-15-2022, 08:12 AM

sportfan replied to a thread Uniball Installing Help in Fiat 500 Chassis, Wheels, Brakes and Suspension

It wouldn't hurt to use some paint marks. I knew which way mine needed to move and left one bolt snug and loosened the rest. Then I moved the...

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05-14-2022, 07:08 PM

Italian_Droptop replied to a thread 143k pop mile service in Fiat 500 DIY

She has a great taste;) Eventually will get a black top and black lights all around

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05-14-2022, 05:47 PM

fast_dave replied to a thread Anyone know what resistance the seat buckle wiring looks for to make the ECM happy? in Fiat 500 Issues and concerns

Build Back Better�... :wink:

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05-14-2022, 05:11 PM

MetalMatty replied to a thread Anyone know what resistance the seat buckle wiring looks for to make the ECM happy? in Fiat 500 Issues and concerns

Good point, I'll look into that too! Thank you :)

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05-14-2022, 05:07 PM

MetalMatty replied to a thread Anyone know what resistance the seat buckle wiring looks for to make the ECM happy? in Fiat 500 Issues and concerns

Yup, I already have the part number (1vu00jxwac). I already ordered one today, but the ETA isn't for a couple of weeks. I could order the...

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05-14-2022, 05:05 PM

smark replied to a thread Anyone know what resistance the seat buckle wiring looks for to make the ECM happy? in Fiat 500 Issues and concerns

Metalmatty, safety restraints on the majority modern automobiles. Have extended warranty�s. Sometime 7-10 years. Your seatbelt may still be cover by...

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05-14-2022, 04:53 PM

fast_dave replied to a thread Anyone know what resistance the seat buckle wiring looks for to make the ECM happy? in Fiat 500 Issues and concerns

On the Ebay For Sale Ad It's showing you'd have it by May 18th but yeah, you never know what will occur shipping related during Build Back...

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05-14-2022, 04:42 PM

MetalMatty replied to a thread Anyone know what resistance the seat buckle wiring looks for to make the ECM happy? in Fiat 500 Issues and concerns

Those use a different connector. I actually thought about trying one and splicing the connector on but I'd rather just use an OEM and know it's...

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05-14-2022, 04:40 PM

fast_dave replied to a thread Anyone know what resistance the seat buckle wiring looks for to make the ECM happy? in Fiat 500 Issues and concerns

Hey MetalMatty! I can't tell you the seat belt resistance to kill the chime. Perhaps you need to kill the chime at the chime speaker? ...

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05-14-2022, 03:55 PM

MetalMatty started a thread Anyone know what resistance the seat buckle wiring looks for to make the ECM happy? in Fiat 500 Issues and concerns

Long story short, my seat belt buckle died. I was gonna swap driver and passenger buckles to stop the irritating beeping. Turns out you can't...

7 replies | 167 view(s)

05-14-2022, 12:48 PM

map replied to a thread Higher repair costs - a built in feature in Car Talk

Then an explanation of why your repair costs more than needed. Ford, Honda and Toyota are especially noted for patenting parts to maintain a...

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05-14-2022, 12:44 PM

map started a thread Higher repair costs - a built in feature in Car Talk

Yeah, these are Scotty vids, but w/o the yelling. The first step is to design a product that will get JUST beyond the warranty period before...

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05-14-2022, 11:28 AM

map replied to a thread B@W (Bored at Work) 2022 in Off Topic

My sister dropped a load in Mandan ND yesterday and was stuck. With 50 MPH gusts it wasn't safe to herd the semi back home again, empty.

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