355 upkeep

[priley]

Had my 355 for a month or so now and just have a few of questions. Firstly I'm guessing I should get a battery conditioner for it as it'll get used less during the winter. Any suggestions?
The 'slow down bank 5-8' light stays on a while (a few minutes after start-up) sometimes-though did go off as soon as I stopped, put the handbrake on and then released it the other day. Anything to worry about?
My front bumper/bonnet could do with a re-spray at some point. Can anyone recommend anyone in Essex? And also any idea of price?
Finally do you guys just wash your cars yourselves (I won't be using a scouring pad btw) ie with a bucket and sponge? My car has no swirls and I dont' want to introduce any if poss. And is Meguires (spl?) wheel stuff Ok for the wheels?

Thanks!

[2mad]

terry hoyle tdh classics could be of use to you in maldon essex specialises
in engine rebuilds but also does body work has converted fixed head daytona to convertible etc .

[Jonty355]

priley said:

The 'slow down bank 5-8' light stays on a while (a few minutes after start-up) sometimes-though did go off as soon as I stopped, put the handbrake on and then released it the other day. Anything to worry about?

Could be the Cat sensors or ECU that are playing up or just failing. It may overfuel a bit, but should be ok. Probably worth getting it checked out though just incase its anything more serious.

[priley]

Thanks guys. I'm close to Grimaldi too so I could have them take a look.