Olthoff on the west coast

[Jim Craik]

Howdy we have had P/2264 for almost 18 years and she is in need of a general update. I know Olthoff is the place for SPF on the east coast, is there someone on the West coast with a similar reputation? I’m looking for a good check on the wheel bearings, brakes, suspension and the AC could use some help, any thoughts?

 

[Mike Christian]

If you haven't yet had an issue...consider the coolant system too. Ask me how I know (P2120 from 2006)...

 

[Brian Kissel]

Jim, this is a very old post, but pages 2 and 3 have some updated info about west coast shops.
I hope this helps.

K

Thread 'SPF GT40 New Owner Observations/Problems'

Jul 20, 2008

I've now had P/2192 for a few weeks, hardly enough time for a comprehensive report, but nevertheless some things have become manifest. The following are a few initial thoughts on SPF ownership. Bear in mind, these are my experiences and opinions: Yours may be very different.

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Olthoff Racing in Charlotte, NC was both my dealer and fabricator. After paying my deposit, the car was completed and delivered a little over a year-and-a-half later. That wait could have been halved were it not for the delay associated with the transmission. At first I was on a waiting...

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Regards Brian

 

[Blas]

Jim, have you added the seals on the AC box? You should also confirm that the tubes for AC box are not kinked under dash restricting air flow. Minimizing the hot air infiltration into the cabin also does a lot to enhance the AC operation.
Blas

 

[Rick Muck- Mark IV]

Howdy we have had P/2264 for almost 18 years and she is in need of a general update. I know Olthoff is the place for SPF on the east coast, is there someone on the West coast with a similar reputation? I’m looking for a good check on the wheel bearings, brakes, suspension and the AC could use some help, any thoughts?

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[Chris Kennedy]

Howdy we have had P/2264 for almost 18 years and she is in need of a general update. I know Olthoff is the place for SPF on the east coast, is there someone on the West coast with a similar reputation? I’m looking for a good check on the wheel bearings, brakes, suspension and the AC could use some help, any thoughts?

You might also try contacting Vlado Jancev at V's Performance in Orange, California (in the L.A. area).

 

[Dave Hood]

Jim, I assume that Hillbank could provide some referrals? They must have worked with several good shops on the West Coast.

 

[Jim Craik]

Thank you David, I’ll check with Hillbank.