Having worked on VWs and 356s for decades, I found your video and what memories it brought back. Looking forward to the next 356 episode.

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

The most important thing I’ve learned while restoring old sports cars is how wonderful my friends are. Absolutely nothing better than hanging out with like-minded friends, working on a project. And the frosty beverage at the end of the day, of course!

I have to say Dom, your channel is rapidly turning into my all time favourite. The Ranala, the Porsche… superb

Love this guy he is so positive and cheerful to watch. Await developments with interest.

Dom - it is interesting that your hill-climb 356 was found in a barn in Pennsylvania. PA is where hill climbing began, around 1902. A car builder called Matheson starting testing cars on the side of a mountain near Wilkes-Barre. Other builders joined them at the hill side, and competiton span out of that, known as hill climb derbies. I am a Brit who lived in PA for 20 years. I rebuilt a '62 Triumph TR4 and drove the hillclimbs at Wilkes-Barre and Reading Pagoda. (recreationally, not competitively) in that car. I attended some of the vintage races too, and they were great fun. The heydays for hillclimbing were before the first world war, and then after the second world war. Your car would have competed in the 50s to early 60s, I guess. I am sure you can find more about when it competed and how it fared. I wonder what information the Pennsylvania Hillclimbing Association hold, or the SCCA, who officiated the events? We can summise your car raced under SCCA officiation by the drilling of the roll cage upright to ascertain steel thickness. Hillclimb racing continues to this day. What fun it would be, when finished, to ship the car back to its old stomping grounds and race her again up the Pennsylvania hillclimbs? That would be some roadtrip. Here is a clip of the Hershey PA hill climb in 1964. Your car might have been there. Some 356s are shown taking part. There are also quite a few British cars competing, and in the crowd's parking area. facebook.com/watch/?v=1915455648495378 Sports car club of America: www.scca.com/ Vintage sports car club of America: www.vscca.org/ Pennsylvania hillclimb association: pahillclimb.org/

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for that information! I have a dash plaque from Hershey hill climb aswell!

Having under taken the exact same 356 project starting back in 2012 it took me 4 years to complete with a shed load of cash Invested in the absolute classic. It takes bravery but in the end the money and experience was well worth it. Appreciation better than investing gold. At least you can drive and enjoy the car. Your mate was right to say, “that was the easy bit”. Trust me he was right. Look forward to the next instalment.

Blimey Dom! Brave man. Don't worry, I'm going to call "Car SOS" for you mate!!

@andybriggs4066

2 жыл бұрын

Fuzz would have nothing to poke his screwdriver in 😅😅

As a kid in the early 60s, my big sister went on an exchange to Germany, Hagen, I think, and brought me back a toy Porsche, in German Police livery, with friction motor and a flint that sent a spark up into the blue light on the roof. Same model as yours, I think. Wish I still had it! Maybe that's why I took German A Level and became a Police Biker for 30 years!

Really interesting this should be a programme on tv. Can't wait to see the next instalment.

@keithwignall1428

2 жыл бұрын

Agree!

@Qspecialman

2 жыл бұрын

The problem with it becoming a TV programme is a production company gets involved. Then all the know nothing "experts" involved in that production get involved the the real appeal to real people goes down the tubes. No Dom, you are doing a superb job as you are!

Great video Dom, it's all doable on the 356. I used to work for a bodyshop company in the UK (I have now retired to France) and they used to rent out Cellette jigs and equipment. Having been involved in jigs I know you have picked the right system. Some other bodywork repair systems rely on measurement and fancy gizmos. Cellette understand that in the industry people like "simple". Real people understand big hammers, chains and hydraulics. As you found when loading the body onto the Cellette jig bench, if it fits the bomb proof jig brackets, the body/frame/chassis is square. If your 356 body had been out of square it is now basic stuff to jack out the panels etc to fit the brackets. Now she is on the bench and fitted to the brackets it is now a case replacing the panels as required, knowing it is basically all square. Just make sure the door and window apertures are correct as you do it. As I am sure you have discovered Porsche parts are very expensive. But they are available. I was in Germany a few years ago at the Techno Classica Essen exhibition (I had a stand there). They are some really superb 356 repair specialists in Germany. It might be worth your while to try and tie up with one - perhaps for advice in exchange for some publicity for them. Just a thought.

@boblow2186

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Dom. I agree with tony. One of the best jigs for body resto. I have loaded many a car (wreck) on to one. And turned them back into a nice shell , also agree to keep parts handy to try fit in there intended spaces . Better to find out that that fit before painting ( please don’t ask how I know that). Best to work away at a panel at a time. Or a pair left and right. All the best with the project. Look forward to seeing your progress.

Great to see the porsche on the table .great freinds help along the way

Now the fun begins. I must agree with your mate the mechanic, you really should upgrade the brakes to discs Dom. Safety is Numbers 1’ 2 and 3. Take care.

I find it incredible that you can take something that looks this far gone and bring it back, as long as you have the (innumerable) skills needed. Can't wait to see the process and updates!

@56Gumball

2 жыл бұрын

Not to mention innumerable amounts of money!

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

@@56Gumball I definitely dont have that!

@johnfair62

2 жыл бұрын

@@56Gumball Thats for sure.

@willybones3890

2 жыл бұрын

We shall see...

@WesB1972

2 жыл бұрын

They are all restore-able if your pockets are deep enough.

If anyone can turn this into something special, it’s a true craftsman like you Dom - can’t wait to see this build.

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, it’s going to be a team effort but I will get there!

getting that body right is key, forget everything else until that is sound, square and mint. This is going to be epic...

wow what a project,but then again a 356,a dream project of mine as well. Can't say i'm the biggest porsche fan, but a 356, yes please. Looking forward to following this one.

What a great start, but what a long road ahead. I retire in 3 years, let me know when you need a hand !!! 😀

Good to see you at Beaulieu auto-jumble Dom.

i salvaged the longbridge tunnel mini a few years ago and always wished it could be straightened out and put back on the road ..but 35 years town the tunnels under longbridge all the metal was very brittle ..good luck with this its a beauty and deserves to be saved

Subscribed. We are doing our own 356B 1961 at the moment, have been going 3 years, but wow, we had relatively no rust compared to you. Have replaced front fender quarter to centre of nose, right door skin, all sills, and inner longitudinals, jacking points, battery floor, floor pans, fixed some front right former collision damage, bottom of left door, completed all the upholstery, seats, currently under epoxy primer. Now on a rotisserie, so I can get the under schultz crap off and spray the under coating stuff to the bottom of it. Have to do a rebuild to the engine, gearbox seemed good, but we will see when we get it back together. She had sat in a garage on blocks from 1983, thankfully a dry clean garage, just covered in stuff. Good luck maaaate!

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Wow sounds like you are well on the way! I can’t wait to be that far along, best of luck with the rest of your project, thank you for watching

Look forward to the process

Love your passion and enthusiasm.

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you

I think the major difference between the garages on the opposite sides of the pond is that in the U.S., they'd be blaspheming up a storm. You men confront mechanical problems in such a gentlemanly manner. In any case, this has the makings of a great project. Good luck, mates!

Best of luck with that mate, Months of work there, but it will be grate fun to watch. If any one can it;s you.

First time watcher…subscribed 👍

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I hope you stick around

This is brilliant. Love the 356. Absolute credit to its original build quality that 8 reference points still remain spot on. Have to restore that one step at a time, daunting to think of the whole project in one. Will watch this closely as it develops.

Bring back memories. I went thru this with my 1958 ab-Normal Coupe back in 1977🙃

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Was it this rusty even in the 70s?!

@ccpgmike620

2 жыл бұрын

@@DominicChineas Yes!! Mine was raced in New York and Pennsylvania and banged up also. Different wheelbase on either side!!! I had essentially entire undercarriage replaced plus door bottoms, and front fenders and hood. It's a mild outlaw now paying homage to the young guys that raced the wheels off it in the 60's & 70's

I'm a coachbuilder by trade and you are a brave man! I wish you good speed with the restoration and look forward to watching it progress.

Well What a challenge I have worked on many old cars my self but it is very rewarding to see it all taking shape look forward to seeing you next video ,, 🚏

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for watching

Hi Dom well done with that lucky you had the help but there is a massive amount of work. Take care.

Good luck Dom… looking forward to seeing you rescue this beautiful car!! 👍🏼

Almost ready for paint! Woohoo! Fun video!

Watch this channel explode. Can’t wait for the next update.

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

I hope so! Thank you

WOW! Just WOW! GOOD LUCK on the restoration - can't wait to see the journey!

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

To bring this old warhorse back to life will qualify as one of the labors of Heracles, however hard it may be you will treasure the journey all your life. Good luck from a fellow Porsche owner (991.2 Carrera).

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

It’s a big job for sure! I’ll get there.. eventually haha

*I am twice retired;* 1. A 25 year ASE Certified Master Mechanic, (68-93) from the SF Bay area. Spent 26 years in realestate. I am 71 now and really miss the car business, owning and repairing. *It gets in your blood.*

We used to use "EZ grip" or fine grinding paste on Phillips screw heads. Also the "Snap-On" stud extractors that fit in a socket are nice to use. Learnt this as I spend all my working life on aircraft. Should be an interesting project.

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Nice thank you! I have the snap on set they are very good

A lot of work for the 3 of you, but it looks like you all enjoyed working on the car and a it was good hang out time as well. I’m not really into cars, but I like watching the process of projects being worked on, and the end results! I look forward to seeing how it all turns out, including the Ranalah.

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

I’m glad to hear it was entertaining still, thank you that means a lot, thanks for watching

Hi Dom, you did well only having to wait a year, my ‘63 has waited a decade but this year I finally started it. Can’t wait to see how you get on. Good luck

@99AmethystZJ

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with it Stephen.. I'm 20 years in on my 54🤯😱!!

My dream car since I was a kid too. Living vicariously through you now. Good luck with it, I’m eagerly tuned in for this.

Brilliant vlog! You have some good mates there Dom all chipping in, loved their banter! Big props to Dan who thought he was just there to film and got roped in to lugging stuff up on shelves lol. Can't wait to see this project develop.

It looks like it's been on the bottom of the sea since 1958! Bless you for taking her on. You are doing God's work. -- OK, back now, liked and subscribed. Let the good times roll!

Spot on Mate. Nice bunch of lads too!

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, they are not bad!

Great to see you started it Dom. Can’t wait for the progress 👍🏼👍🏼

Well done…stay on course and be safe…

Good luck Dom. I share your love of early Porsches but to get a genuine one and restore it is waaaay beyond my means. Thus I shall live the journey vicariously thru you and the team !

loved every second of that dom....i love your enthusiasm cant wait for the next one.i wish you all the best and im sure youll make a fantasic job of every single part of the resurrection .if the lambretta was anything to go by

Looking forward to seeing the build me and the wife sit down and watch your videos every Sunday keep up the good work dom

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

That’s so nice! Thank you that’s really lovely and means a lot. Thank you for watching

Dom, there’s a TV programme called ‘The Repair Shop’ you should have let them have a go at it. There’s a guy there who’s brilliant with anything mechanical. 😂

@hammyh1165

2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

I look forward to watching this progress! Reminds me of times spent under rusty old VWs!

good luck with the porsche dom it will be a lot of fun for you, my 356 has been great fun and a great learning curve

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

I can’t wait it’s already been good fun!

Best looking German RAT ROD EVER..!

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Best looking car for sure!

First time here, definitely getting a Jimmy Broadbents older brother vibe from Dom. Love the car.

Porschelicious! Infectious enthusiasm Dom, glad to see Dan doing weights :)))

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Lucia!

Well, at least there is about 10 years worth of restoration content for us now 😝

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Haha! Your welcome!

Nice project. Enjoy it!

That was a great video Don, having good friends who are prepared to get stuck in is fantastic and the realisation that the body fitted the jig was truly brilliant, a great purchase and I’m looking forward to seeing the restoration. Kind regards, Richard.

Such great camaraderie and enthusiasm for this near-hopeless case - well done! I’m really looking forward to following along with you gents.

you know its going to be a great day when you get Dom's new video for his latest project thanks Dom for posting :)

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching! It was a great day filming it!

Now this is a build I’ll be following!

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it, thank you!

@ian_morg

2 жыл бұрын

@@DominicChineas no thank you for awesome content!

You have to love that Rasta hat!! 😎👍 🇧🇪

Just stumbled across your channel.. great friends are what make the car hobby so special.. cheers from the USA

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Your so right! I’m lucky to be mates with these 2.. thank you for watching

Wow can't wait to see you restore this classic

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

I’ll do my very best!

This is the best and most interesting video you have posted yet, it is 1.30 in the morning and I was completely absorbed. The fact that this is a near basket case makes it absolutely compelling. I look forward to the next installment in this project and I am not a Porsche fan!

really looking forward to following your progress Dom

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I hope you’ll enjoy the videos

Awesome start Dom. So looking forward to following this adventure!

Long day, Well done Now the fun starts!

Let the party begin!

Really looking forward to seeing this project progress. No matter how long it takes 👍👍

So happy for you that finally you are on your journey, to bring back to life your Porsche. I admire someone who will give up their possessions to achieve their dream car. Great mates 👍. Looking forward to the next episode.

Great friends, great project, great car, great video, great editing - THIS is what I HOPE to find on KZread!!!

Crikey, that's quite a project, Dom - I takes me hat off to you! I've done nut and bolt restorations on vintage and classic cars, but nothing like this. I'm really looking forward to following this very worthwhile restoration. Best of luck!

A diamond in the rough forsure! Beautiful lines, just love this car!

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you agree! It’s a beautiful car

😳 THAT IS ONE VERY BIG JOB. Loved the way you just casually dropped in the ‘in ten years time’ quip. Even though I have no idea what you were talking about most of the time, it was a fascinating watch. Good luck, I think you’re going to need it 😀

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching! I know not everyone is into cars but I hope it’s entertaining anyway, It is a big job! Maybe I’ll set a reminder on my calendar for 10 years today and see where I am haha

@brendawilliams700

2 жыл бұрын

@@DominicChineas it was very interesting and you never know what you may learn when watching knowledgeable people at work! However, I think crawling under a car is not something I’m ever likely to do 😂

Looking forward to this "…………………. Serious metal worm in there mind 👍

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

There absolutely is! I’ll do my best to get rid of it all though.. thanks for watching

I never knew you were into restoring cars. Love watching you on the repair shop 👌🏻

This looks like its going to be a great project to watch .

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

I am so glad you think so, I hope you stay with us

Looks like my first VW bay window ,no engine, no brakes and bugger all in between, good luck buddy 👍

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

I built a 1964 356C for a Mr. Hennesey, of same family. Man, it turned out beautiful. He still had the original Solex Carbs, so I tossed the pair of Webers and rebuilt the Solex's and put them back on. I went completely through that engine for the Old Boy. Beautiful Job.

the best to have some mates to help! Good times! can't wait to see how it turns out!

Dim ..let’s go..!..can’t wait to see this restoration progress..

I am rarely jealous of the good fortune of others, you sir, are my exception. I look forward to watching your progress.

Gonna look amazing!!!!! Cheers from Long Island, New York

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Not far from where the Porsche came from!

my 356c looked much like this when i got it. same color and bondo, although it was still running, but just barely. thanks for confirming that the upholstery is vinyl. I am looking forward to seeing the interior go back in, as I need to understand how the dashboard is mounted, and the proper configuration of the floorboards and carpet set.

Not bent too badly. That's great. A car worth saving.

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, glad you agree because I love it!

Really looking forwards to seeing you progress with your project. I'm restoring a 64, just completely refurbished the front suspension. The trouble is there are specialised inspection jigs that are not available any more and no one in the UK offers an inspection service. I had to used CNC mill to inspect. If you get stuck let me know👍

Cracking start!

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Oh yes, great nothing you can’t restore with your knowledge and skill and a little help from your friends it helps to have the right tools lift, jig coffee choc biscuits radio looking forward to seeing the next episode 👍👨🏻‍🏭

Dom, being a fellow Porschephyle, I watched this episode with significant interest. I subscribed to your channel and I'll be following along. Good luck!!!!

Gotta be a labor of love for something this far gone. Looking forward to following you to the finish. Darlington, South Carolina USA

Brilliant, been waiting for the start of this renovation, great vid as always Dom

Congrats that she's not to bent. Look forward to your progress.

Helluva undertaking Dom but you are the man to do it. Looking forward to following your progress.

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I will try my best! I’ll keep updates as regular as possible

Absolutely outstanding episode, thank you. Class act Dom. Regards Gareth Wiltshire UK. Gratitude. Quality. Respect.

Can’t wait to see how this develops Dom, very best of luck.

You've got guts starting that ! Bravo. As much as car lovers may hate it, if you want a drivable car at the end of it, listen to your mate ! Change the brakes to discs, update any suspension you can, and maybe stick an old subaru boxer engine and diff in it. That way you'll want to drive it every day. Good Luck !

Wow, that is fantastic, it's going to be interesting watching you get this done mate 👍🏻👍🏻👌🏻

@DominicChineas

2 жыл бұрын

I hope you’ll stick with me for the journey! Thank you

That is looking like a hell of a lot of work and I can't wait to watch the transformation. You lot must have been knackered onced you had finished.

Looking forward to progress Dom.. Nice to see you still take time to reply to comments (even though some are ridiculous!!).. It'll be worth the slog, 👌

If John offered you the support to upgrade the brakes, my humble opinion: go for it. You will weld and renew so many parts, that originality will not be an issue any more