Hi All
This is probably already available on the club site, but just wondering for the guys out there like me who are just plodding along learning while enjoying themselves with the restoring of one of these magnificent FC's, to be able to refer to the 100's of pictures and images already on the site in one file. Do not have to be in any order, but if for example I am working on a engine bay I can browse through and see what other people have done etc. Without having to go file by file working through the text and seeing what is relevant.
If I can already do this please someone direct me to it otherwise all have a good long weekend.
Cowboys to win
rick
 

spot on

hi Martyn
Another good idea, thanks for your input.
As far as the speed of my build is concerned it is based on the availability of spare cash ( I am retired ) at the time, family commitments, house and maintenance duties, the mates at the pub, sport "watching" etc. therefore I have made mates with the snails in my shed their keeping up with me 
Taking my time and loving every minute of it, when I can I am down the shed from morning to dusk and I feel like I am in heaven, radio blasting hands dirty and as a bonus WIFE VERY SUPPORTIVE
" I think I will head down there now"
regards
rick

thx once again, helps us a lot. rick

 I have removed subframe , thanks for your input and help I will pass it on to my friend. rick

I have a friend who is going to build me a rotisserie for my FC Wagon, he has asked me where the best place to secure it to the car at the front and rear that would give me the best balance and stability, without covering up to much of the area that I would want to work on.
Instead of reinventing the wheel, can the experts on the forum please help.
A measurement from the centre pivot and the secure point would be a bonus, if someone has it
Thanks in advance
Regards
rick

I am restoring a wagon, have stripped it to bear metal, very little to no rust at all on it and straight as, panels. Have taken photos and video etc on strip down to ensure how it all goes back together, but if I had a complete car to double check beside it would help. Plus I am missing a little trim or bolt here and there so a donor car would be ideal and if it is not to bad I might start another restore
regards
rick

Thanks for the info, will wait and see what happens on ebay. in the mean time I will see if someone is willing to quote me on p/u and delivery. 740kms each way. I have a friend near there that I will also try and soften up seeing it's xmas, sure he would want to come and see us towing a trailer 
regards
rick

just spotted the car on ebay, Rupunyap Vic it is what I am looking for I will keep a watch on how the auction goes. regards rick

Would prefer anywhere within the NSW borders hopefully, but it would depend on the car and asking price if I have to p/u over the borders. Please send pm "where and how much" thanks rick

[where]

Hi
Sorry , I had a PM sent to me re " rust or panel damage" I did mean I did not care if it was a right off and unrestorable, in fact I would not be interested in stripping a restorable classic car it would be a crime. just send me a PM where and how much.
Thanks in advance
Rick

Hi All, looking for a FC wagon preferably that is as near as complete but not interested in rust or panel damage I live in the central west of NSW. would be interested in Fe or sedan as well. Please post me and I will get back to you. In other word a "Nut and Bolt Car"
Regards Rick

Hi
Very interested in FC Wagon wreck! and parts. I am restoring one now. Where about's are you. Very interested
Rick

thank you to all for the replies and ideas, will use most of them I am sure. One thing about asking people with experience it eliminates the "ERRORS" from trial and errors. As I have completely rebuilt the motor I want to be able to a couple of times a month start it up and run it for about 10 to 15 mins. What I mean't by tuning is that all the marks etc line up and idles smoothly on the stand, final tuning I will get a mechanic friend to do when motor back in. Once again thanks. rick

Has someone got a simple proven set up to run my grey motor outside the car for testing, tuning and running in. Wiring, fuel etc. It will be about another 12 mths b4 I will be putting it back into the car. Instead of me developing something from scratch I am sure that there are many simple set ups out there.
Thanks in advance
regards
rick

Hi all, I need someone to confirm the following b/4 I check myself into the mad house.
Originally got by mistake FB set brass plugs 3x wrong size-------did some research and found that 1 1/4 required for manifold side-------tracked down where to buy "thanks to the forum", received yesterday and went to install today.
Will not fit !!!!!!!!!!!!, measured with vernier calipers this time, (1  3/16in) will wait now till Monday to reorder again but cannot find any data on the net or in the documentation  I have that will confirm this.
FC Holden Grey Motor, L385970
3 x 1 3/16th
Thanks in advance
rick
PS: just finished putting block together,
New---- Bearings "Main and Big ends", rings, crankshaft / cam checked polished and balanced, gaskets, water pump, alloy cam gear, thermostat etc. Waiting on the head to come back.

thanks guys for your input, the problem I came across was that 1 1/4in was not a standard size anymore and they would not break into packs or separately order from supplier ( or just not interested in the stores around here to help).
Problem now solved 2 companies could not do enough and could supply separately in case any one else has this problem

Duncan Foster " thanks Harv"
Auto Surplus in Vic.

Now back to the car!

Hi
I purchased a set of welsh plugs for my FC holden about a year ago and now find I got the wrong set. some fit, I need 3 x 1.1/4in or 30.63mm
can you please help me out
rick
price and postage to 2810
thanks in advance
or can someone point me in the right direction as all stores I contact so far sell by set.

Ken, just to let you know , carried out the wash yesterday as you recommended. all worked well got plenty of unwanted stuff out now clean as. Today starts the rebuild. thx
rick

Hi all
I have a Karcher power washer, what is the best way to clean rust and grime out of the waterways i will be replacing welsh plugs. Do I leave them in there till I clean out or remove them first, any solvents such as kero etc to be used or just pressure water. Also help on cleaning oil galleries etc would also be appreaciated
thanks in advance
rick