Merv Posted 28October, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 28October, 2015 I called the Porsche Centre in Melb last week to check on the original delivery details of my 356. In speaking to Harry A., there (who had the actual Kardex on his screen) I was able to confirm its dates of manufacture and first sale by Hamiltons. All good then. Now, I was also told that they no longer issue CoA's for Australian delivered cars as there are so many contested cases these days that they get dragged into. Does this mean that, unlike the USA, we cannot even get CoA's (let along Kardex) in Australia?Are there no known alternatives? Merv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 1November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 1November, 2015 Looks like I may have the Kardex on the way. Better than the CoA in most ways Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 2November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 2November, 2015 I got my Kardex for the 356 today and it was quite exciting. It proves further that the car was Australian delivered by Hamiltons in RHD, as I was advised. Shows the options it had fitted and most importantly shows it is fully matching numbers throughout.I had been told that the engine was changed early in its life, but now I have the evidence that this was done AT the factory to a slightly later motor in the B series. This was often done when a motor did not pass all testing requirements. A CoA would show matching numbers. All good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firstone Posted 3November, 2015 Report Share Posted 3November, 2015 Very reassuring. How wide is that grin. ?Very envious. My favourite Porsche, colours and all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 3November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 3November, 2015 Thanks. I cant stop looking at it. It drives so smoothly and the gears shift perfectly. Quite fast too with its balanced upgraded (internally) motor. Lots of fun ahead cleaning and polishing ... It comes with about $5000-$8000 worth of spare parts as well. 78K original kms. Lucked out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 3November, 2015 Report Share Posted 3November, 2015 I was very attracted to this car at the show. The originality just jumped out at you. Probably the best original 356 I've seen up close. Congrats again Merv, and happy your keeping it original Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coastr Posted 3November, 2015 Report Share Posted 3November, 2015 Merv, where on the coast are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 3November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 3November, 2015 Peregian beach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 9November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 9November, 2015 The 356 Registry in Australia received my cheque and I will receive a letter before too long, to confirm membership. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 14November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 14November, 2015 Have started replacing various rubber seals. Doors, hood, windows and so on. The originals were just too far gone. Looking around for some stone guard headlight protectors in either mesh or the slotted type, if anyone has any they don't need? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 17November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 17November, 2015 Decided to keep the original carpets at this stage even though there is some wear on the sides near the doors. Elsewhere is fine. I will be selling the VGC spare 356B engine lid with the twin grilles intact, that I inherited. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 17November, 2015 Report Share Posted 17November, 2015 My carpet is the same mate. Gives it 'character' Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 18November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 18November, 2015 Yes Lee - my immediate objective is to get the paint into the best nick with cleaning and polishing I can then clean the interior further. The carpet will not be replaced anytime soon. I like the smell!Still haven't received any letter of confirmation of my Australian 356 Registry membership, since posting all the details and payment. Seems a long process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airhead Posted 18November, 2015 Report Share Posted 18November, 2015 Merv, Have passed on your frustration at the slow process to the 356 Reg committee.Guess they're busy sorting out the Parade weekend details that's on in a week and a half. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 19November, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 19November, 2015 Should be a good parade in Melbourne.Have spend the day stripping the interior and cleaning ...Nice original floor pan.New 'plates arrived! Tried to attach URL from Photobucket but it does not seem to work Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 3December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 3December, 2015 My registration with the Australian 356 Register arrived today. Now registered also with the US Registry. Where is the Gathering of the Faithful in 2016? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 12December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 12December, 2015 What gearbox oil are you using for the 741? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airhead Posted 14December, 2015 Report Share Posted 14December, 2015 Where is the Gathering of the Faithful in 2016?In the Blue mountains area on the Anzac weekend. Details still being worked out but agenda will be sent out in Jan.What gearbox oil are you using for the 741?Penrite but can't remember the grade. 80W-90 I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 17December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 17December, 2015 Thanks. That's what I put in it today. Oil in there was old and sludgy. Also replaced brake fluid, all flexible lines, bleeder screws, cleaned hard lines, de-glazed the brake shoes and adjusted drum drag and greased the drum to backing plate points and repacked steering box. Messy work but made a huge difference. The old drum brakes work surprisingly well now they are cleaned and adjusted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 29December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 29December, 2015 Where do you get parts for 356's in Australia (aside from an OPC). I want a set of rear brake shoes/pads for the drum brakes. Also does anyone have spare/used muffler for a 356B? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeeM Posted 29December, 2015 Report Share Posted 29December, 2015 Try MP Motorsport in Adelaide. They usually have some 356 bits or know where to find them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 29December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 29December, 2015 Thanks Lee. Will give them a call re the brake shoes and muffler. Unless someone has some spares? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airhead Posted 31December, 2015 Report Share Posted 31December, 2015 Get your old brake shoes relined. Any good brake shop should be able to do it. Guy in Melb builds (used to) mufflers. He may still have some avail $600 Let me know if you want a new one and I'll dig out his No for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
symsy Posted 31December, 2015 Report Share Posted 31December, 2015 Not had a 356 , bit any vintage stuff I use Penrite Transoil 90 …real good stuff , great for the older seals and bearing types and have run in a high performance vintage build on a bike and runs up to 9000 rpm and no problems at all …and for many years … You can order it at Autobahn of you can find it .. Many of the new oils have too many addictives Enjoy … Have liked reading your thread Merv Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merv Posted 31December, 2015 Author Report Share Posted 31December, 2015 Thanks Airhead can you send me that Melb contact? Thanks also SymsyCheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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