Obituary printed in the London Times.....Absolutely Dead Brilliant!!

Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years. No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as:

- Knowing when to come in out of the rain;
- Why the early bird gets the worm;
- Life isn't always fair;
- And maybe it was my fault.


Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).


His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place. Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.


Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do in disciplining their unruly children.


He declined even further when schools were required to get parental consent to administer sun lotion or an aspirin to a student; but could not inform parents when a student became pregnant and wanted to have an abortion.


Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.


Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.


Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.


Common Sense was preceded in death,
-by his parents, Truth and Trust,
-by his wife, Discretion,
-by his daughter, Responsibility,
-and by his son, Reason.


He is survived by his 5 stepbrothers;
- I Know My Rights
- I Want It Now
- Someone Else Is To Blame
- I'm A Victim
- Pay me for Doing Nothing


Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.

If you still remember him, pass this on. If not, join the majority and do nothing.
 

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)


 

 

Hi Simon,
The last time I spoke to (approx 2 years ago)Mark Bone of Mandurah Performance he was saying that the largest capacity engine that could be fitted without an engineers certificate is a 161 cubic inch.
Dept of Transport keep changing the rules from I've been told so go by what documents they give you and complete it by the allocated time frame.

Regards Seb

Hi All,
Guy at work requires 4 x HR Premier door arm rests in good to mint condition.

Regards Seb

WA Members, please see info in Club Member Area regarding Concessional licence inspections.

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)
Ph:  0419 813 086

Its a tool for removing/fitting the upper/lower control arm pivot shaft that's screwed in the cross member.
I borrowed one from Shacks Holden in Fremantle when restoring 2BRITE.


Kind regards
Seb
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)

Nationals Itinerary
FRIDAY
10:00 - 16:45                      Registrations
14:00 - 16:00                       Optional Cruise
17:30 - 18:45                      Dinner - Traditional Fish & Chips/Burgers

SATURDAY
08:30                                     Cruise to Show & Shine Departs HQ
10:00 - 15:00                      Show & Shine
18:00                                     Bus Leaves HQ for Belmont Sports & Rec Club
18:30 - 22:00                       BBQ Dinner at Belmont Sports & Rec Club
22:00                                     Bus Leaves Belmont for HQ

SUNDAY
09:00 - 12:00                      Cruise to Sports Challenge via Hillarys
12:15 - 13:00                      Lunch
13:00 - 14:30                      Sports Challenge
15:00 - 15:30                      Surferboy & Cathy’s Wedding
18:00                                     Bus Leaves HQ for Forrest Centre
18:00 - 18:30                      Arrive Forrest Centre
18:30 - 24:00                      Formal Dinner/Presentations/Speeches
22:00                                     First Bus Leaves for HQ
24:00                                     Last Bus Leaves for HQ

MONDAY
09:00 - 10:00                      Delegates Meeting
10:00 – 11:00                      Optional Cruise to Whiteman Park
11:00 - Whenever              Enjoy the museum (free entry) & surroundings
Whenever…                          Head home!!
 
Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)
Ph:  0419 813 086


 

 

Hi Guys,
Can anyone provide me with a part number for a Diff pinion seal to suit an FC. I don't think an original part number would be any use unless it can be cross referenced with an aftermarket part number.
I know there is a difference between FC and FB/EK diff pinion seals. Found that out when replacing my brother diff pinion seal on his FC.
Need to order a seal for fredyyc when he arrives in Perth.

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)
Ph:  0419 813 086

Hi Fred,
I'll order a diff pinion seal for you.
Are you certain you have an FC diff?
The FC pinion seal dimensions are different to other "grey" diffs.
Found this out when I did my brothers pinon seal.
 
Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)
Ph:  0419 813 086

Hi Graham,
I have sent a copy of your correspondence to the Nationals committee.

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)
Ph:  0419 813 086

Hi Guys,
Thanks for your best wishes and kind words.
I really have my hands full now.
You can only guess what I'm doing at this time of the night.

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)
Ph: 0419 813 086

Hi Guys,
In case you are wondering why I haven’t been around lately or in the near future, read on.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
I would like to announce the safe arrival of Liana Sara Rafala` born at 1315pm on 15/11/2011, 6lbs-7oz.
Maria and Liana are very well. The birth went extremely well, it was the easiest out of the 3. (Well, even easier for me)
 
Now can someone tell me if 3 little girls plus a Wife equals a Full House?

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)
Ph:  0419 813 086

Hi Guys,
I've just got some feed back from one of our members who has contacted the Immediate Past President from the Council of Motoring Clubs of WA Inc. The information given states that any licenced vehicle that can be driven in its home state on a restriction can be driven in WA.Providing you adhere to the restrictions on your registration your vehicle is deemed legal in WA.
Hope this helps out.

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)

Hi Guys,
Just an update. We are trying another avenue for more/prompt information.

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)

Hi Guys,

I spoke to 3 people in the Department before I could speak to someone who could help me out.

I got a return call from Department of Transport and spoke to Chris who is involved in concessional licence (Code 404/club licence). The best information he could give me is that the Victorian car clubs on the Red Plate scheme (45/90 day registration type permit scheme) write to Department of Transport outlining how the scheme works/is set up and they will give you a ruling if ok or not in WA.

He could not provide me with a contact person or email address, only an address as below;

 

Department of Transport

Central Customer Services/Driver & Vehicle Services

Box R 1290

GPO Perth WA

6844

 

Kind regards

Sebastiano Rafala MIAME

Scrutineer

FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)

Hi Guys,

I have phoned and asked and am waiting for a reply from Department of Transport.

 

Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)

I remember reading on engine conversions by CRS and it stated the firewall lip on the left side has to be hammered down to clear the cylinder head with Holden V8's but no firewall modification if fitting Chevy V8's.

Regards Seb

Hi Guys,
Below is a cut and paste of a letter from DPI dating back 2007. It is to be updated soon on a new letter head since department name change. I'll forward Surferboy with the official letter so it can be posted here.
Regards Seb

 
AIS/Defect Notice Section
21 Murray Road South
Welshpool WA 6106

Telephone (08) 9351 1670

20 January 2007

                           
Council of Motoring Clubs of WA
PO Box 742
SUBIACO  WA  6904


The Secretary
 
Thank you for your inquiry requesting information on WA recognition of concessional licences in any other State or Territory of the Commonwealth.

I confirm that vehicles registered in any other State or Territory of the Commonwealth licensed under a Historic Conditional Registration Scheme can be driven in Western Australia without any need for a permit or any other special arrangements. This is provided for under the WA Road Traffic Act 1974 Part III Licensing of vehicles, part 15, which states:

15. Vehicle licences
(6) For the purposes of the provisions of this section a vehicle licence or equivalent document issued in any other State or Territory of the Commonwealth for a vehicle of which the owner is not ordinarily resident within the State of Western Australia shall, during the currency of the licence, be deemed to be a vehicle licence under this Act in respect of the vehicle when used on any road within the State of Western Australia.

Essentially, this is because the vehicle is actually registered, and not just being driven on a permit. Please note that registration plates and labels are required to be affixed, and it is helpful if the owner carried the registration papers with them.

If you have any questions or need any further information please contact me on (08) 9351 1671, or email adrian.odea@dpi.wa.gov.au.

Yours sincerely

 

Adrian O’Dea
Acting Co-ordinator

Hi Guys,
I'll send an email to CMC of WA and find out.


Kind regards
Sebastiano Rafala MIAME
Scrutineer
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)

Hey FE 4 ME,
If your going to run in your motor I would recommend running in oil which is a straight 30 weight.
Fill the oil filter with oil and squirt some oil in the cylinders prior to starting.
The motor would need to fast idle at 2000 RPM for 20 minutes to "bed in" the cam and lifters.
Make sure you keep an eye on coolant temperature and oil pressure at this stage.
Squirt some oil down the carby every few minuets to lube the valves and top of cylinder bores.
Then after some tuning adjustments drive it at varying loads to "bed in" the piston rings. I usually find a steep hill and drive up at full throttle in a high gear at lower speeds to expand the rings against the bores to make maximum contact.
Starting from a standing start at various loads also helps. I've done this many times without any problems.
After approx 1000 kms I would change the oil and filter. I use Gulf Western 20w-50. That's my personal preference. I am in no way associated with the oil company or its agents.
Hope this helps you out.

Regards Seb

Went to look at an FC ute for sale. No floor from front to rear and badly rusted 6 inches plus from the lower panels up including major structural rust. No motor and gear box. $350.
Below the id tag where the paint has faded you can see where they chalked "183" on the production line.

Body  FC 2106-73A
Trim   350-650
Paint  256-2102


 Chassis # 8-1151P

Regards
Seb
FE-FC Holden Car Club of WA (Inc)