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Title: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 06 March 2013, 11:05 PM
I think it's overdue.....  Who's interested??  I'm thinking late March or early April
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: djenka018 on 07 March 2013, 06:42 AM
If I can come with 2 doors less than the rest... I'd be interested.

The Brown Girl just may not yet  be drivable by then. Heat has negative motivational effects on me hence 2+ months of absolute inactivity (need to fix the steering coupler and weld and mount the "WHY?" exhaust piece for RWC)
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 07 March 2013, 09:00 AM
Don't forget Easter.
Good Friday is Friday 29 March thru to  Easter Monday 1 April.

perhaps after that?.......or were you thinking over Easter?
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: nathan on 07 March 2013, 04:35 PM
In with the welcome wagen (124). My personal preference is next weekend (short notice) asy family join me easter Nd they wont wNt to be left home alone. Location? Carls? Oversize fleet? Rd's? Keep me posted.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: Tony66_au on 07 March 2013, 04:54 PM
Let me know when and where and im in!
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 07 March 2013, 05:03 PM
You can bring any vehicle your like!  Well I'm free on Sunday, but it's a little late notice to have all youz at my place....  Unless we have food n drinks at Jolly Miller in Gisborne and head to my place for a gawk afta
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 07 March 2013, 10:32 PM
I'm interested.

Unfortunately this weekend is out and next weekend I'll be at the F1.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 11 March 2013, 07:05 AM
What about Saturday 6th April, or Sunday 7th April?
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 14 March 2013, 11:54 PM
You are welcome at Club Carl weekends, I am out this weekend but 23rd March OK (not 24th) other times are fine at this stage.  If you wish we could do a morning coffee like last time?

Nathan, didn't know you were in town, welcome :)

(Been away from the forum for a while so a bit to catch up on)
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 15 March 2013, 04:56 PM
Welcome back Carl!  I'm doing shift work now so I'm not available every weekend.  And from what I hear Nathan's flying to n fro, so he's not around on weekends either.  So what's the chances of a mid-week catchup?

BTW I'm definitely available on the weekend of 6th or 7th April, so I think we should lock that one in early....
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 15 March 2013, 05:46 PM
Yes, easy Mark, I'm around no problem, mid week fine, need a days notice. 0434 768 308. 
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 21 March 2013, 07:32 PM
Oops, I posted same thought on the old blog before reading this one. I'm in, except I can't do the weekend of 6/7 April.  I can do Saturday of the following week (13/4), or any time the rest of the year.  I enjoyed the great espresso that cold, sunny, winter morning of the last meet.  Would like to show you the 280SE and get some advice on fixing the longish list of fairly minor things (yes, Djenka, the 'why?' y-joint is one) that need putting right.

Carl has my email and mob.

Yours in Joyce,

PG
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 22 March 2013, 06:06 PM
Well we can't please everyone, but it'd be nice to have as many people as possible.  Is anyone else available after 5pm during the week?
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 22 March 2013, 10:29 PM
I can do midweek also - it's just the Saturday 6 April I can't do at all, and Sunday 14 April may even be OK.  Just fix a time and place and I'll be there if at all possible.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 22 March 2013, 11:21 PM
What we could do is a weeknight pizza evening at the factory if you like?
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 23 March 2013, 06:30 PM
Now that sounds like a good idea!  Who else could make mid-week?
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: nathan on 23 March 2013, 09:27 PM
back in perth this weekend. my family join me (from perth) in melbourne for an extended period later this week so my movements might get restricted after this.  im quite happy with short notice so ill just keep checking the forum for a proposed date. excuse my tardiness oversize, ive been all over the place lately
nathan
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 15 May 2013, 06:14 PM
I have holidays at the end of this week (for three weeks).  It's time....  Post or PM your unsuitable dates and we'll catch up while Nathan's on the right side of the country!   ;) ;D
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: zook on 25 May 2013, 12:08 AM
lol lucky you blokes arent any more organised, i woulda missed out! im free any time you guys are, shall be in my subaru though
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 02 June 2013, 08:19 PM
Gosh, chaps, it's almost the second (or is it the third?) anniversary of the famous meeting @ Carl's rendezvous in Richmond.  I have long finished the resto on von Braun, which car (my 350SE) appears in a TV ad (I think it was for the NAB).  You see its beautiful arse end (look for the 350SE badge) in the open garage door of a Mac mansion where they filmed the ad.

And it's on the market as we have a new(er) C classe that doesn't need a resto.

Let's meet up, and I will reveal all!  Being now a man of leisure, any time any day will suit me, but Sunday morning worked well last time.

PG.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: Beastie on 02 June 2013, 11:38 PM
Quote from: powerglide on 02 June 2013, 08:19 PM
Gosh, chaps, it's almost the second (or is it the third?) anniversary of the famous meeting @ Carl's rendezvous in Richmond.  I have long finished the resto on von Braun, which car (my 350SE) appears in a TV ad (I think it was for the NAB).  You see its beautiful arse end (look for the 350SE badge) in the open garage door of a Mac mansion where they filmed the ad.

Oh wow, I just posted that ad here the other day! That was your car?! That's amazing! I wondered if the car had been cast in the role and I wondered even if maybe the owner might have visited these forums. ;D

http://forum.w116.org/test-drive/*******************116's-in-flicks*******************************/msg112216/#msg112216
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 03 June 2013, 07:02 AM
What are we doing this Sunday (9th June)??  I'm free in the morning and I just found out this show is on if anyone's interested: http://www.onlymelbourne.com.au/melbourne_details.php?id=56494  Or we could just have coffees etc in Niddrie or Essendon Fields, followed by a visit to Carl's man shed if he's available.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 03 June 2013, 07:07 AM
Hey Mark I'm 90% in for a sunday morning catch up this weekend.
Let me know if it eventuates.

cheers
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 03 June 2013, 11:30 PM
Sounds like Friday might be better at Carl's shed from lunchtime onwards.  I'm still free on Sunday morning & will probably end up at the expo at the showgrounds
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 05 June 2013, 10:38 AM
Just realised its the long weekend.
Missus already planned other things.

Sorry/...................
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 05 June 2013, 06:17 PM
Hahaha!  Jeez I forgot that myself!  No worries we'll make another day sometime soon
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 10 June 2013, 12:17 AM
Sorry, guys, I missed it yesterday - got caught up in family stuff.

I think we need to set a date and a venue around three to five weeks out, and then see who can come.  Carl's shed was great, but it may be someone else's turn. Espresso on a chill winter's morn can be good.  Last time 6.9s dominated, but Carl's 280SE was the jaw dropper - what an amazing find!

Yes,it was von Braun that featured in the NAB ad on telly, which I haven't seen myself because my little boss of just 4 summers hogs the TV with ABC2.  Sometimes she lets me see Classic Restos on Channel 31 because she likes old cars for their shiny chrome and wild colours.  And she likes footy (Swans, of course) and golf also.

Altho' I posted a pic in gallery, no-one has actually see the yellow 280SE 'in the flesh' - miight bring it as it could ber a runner up to Carl's car in terms of its originality and condition.

Any futher thoughts?  If so, send me an email as well if you can.

PG.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 10 June 2013, 05:06 AM
Yes, a decision needs to be made!

Saturday June 22.
10am
Meet at Cafe 8th. Nerve
103 Gaffney Street
Coburg North 3058

After that, around the corner to my place.  Throwing you all out after lunch!

Regards,

Carl.

Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 11 June 2013, 03:01 AM
And of course I'm working that day!  Dammit!  >:(  Pix please...
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 13 June 2013, 08:19 PM
Saturday 22 June looks OK 4 me at this stage - that's a week away.  Carl, I have 2 say that you're still looking like a leader (could do with someone like U in Canberra).  Do U want von Braun (resto finished), or the Taxi (no-one's seen it yet)? - can you believe that someone tried to hail me for a taxi on one occasion? LOL!

You have my mobile # from last meeting.

PG.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 13 June 2013, 08:38 PM
Sorry Mark!  We can just do it again anytime, I'm in most Saturdays.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 14 June 2013, 12:26 AM
Sat June 22.
I'm in.
What time Carl?
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 15 June 2013, 06:27 PM
Quote from: carl888 on 13 June 2013, 08:38 PM
Sorry Mark!  We can just do it again anytime, I'm in most Saturdays.

No worries, I hope you have a great time!  I'll join in on the next one....
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 15 June 2013, 07:36 PM
Mark, you still on holidays?  Come in one night if you like?
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 15 June 2013, 07:38 PM
Quote from: mrkozzy on 14 June 2013, 12:26 AM
Sat June 22.
I'm in.
What time Carl?

Saturday June 22.
10am
Meet at Cafe 8th. Nerve
103 Gaffney Street
Coburg North 3058

Guys, if that date really doesn't work, can do Saturday July 6???
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 15 June 2013, 09:06 PM
Back to work now and holidays were over in a flash!  July 6 would suit me better as I can put in a request to have it off....
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 15 June 2013, 11:47 PM
Either......... or......... guys..............as far as the date(s)
just decide which date (quickly) so I can plan also.

cheers
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 16 June 2013, 01:49 AM
I think the easiest way to do it (Since I'm working both those Saturdays) is to say either, or both!  I'll be in both Saturdays, so just come to one that you can make! 
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 16 June 2013, 07:13 AM
Carl and other guys,

Let's go for Sat July 6 at 10am
Meet at Cafe 8th. Nerve
103 Gaffney Street
Coburg North 3058

There are some maybes and some can't do for  next Saturday, so let's fix it on July 6 - Carl is good enough to sponsor this get together again, so let's not mess him around, OK?

Do you want to see von Braun (350SE) finished (almost finished, that is - it's never really finished, is it?), or the Taxi (280SE)?

Koan, you've gone silent : are you in? - Joyce is waiting, all a-quiver!  And we'll need some challenging, politically incorrect dialogue leader. 

Hope the espresso is as good as Swan St.

Gentlemen: start your engines!

PG.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: Tony66_au on 16 June 2013, 07:24 AM
Quote from: powerglide on 16 June 2013, 07:13 AM
Carl and other guys,

Let's go for Sat July 6 at 10am
Meet at Cafe 8th. Nerve
103 Gaffney Street
Coburg North 3058

There are some maybes and some can't do for  next Saturday, so let's fix it on July 6 - Carl is good enough to sponsor this get together again, so let's not mess him around, OK?

Do you want to see von Braun (350SE) finished (almost finished, that is - it's never really finished, is it?), or the Taxi (280SE)?

Koan, you've gone silent : are you in? - Joyce is waiting, all a-quiver!  And we'll need some challenging, politically incorrect dialogue leader. 

Hope the espresso is as good as Swan St.

Gentlemen: start your engines!

PG.


Did someone say "And we'll need some challenging, politically incorrect dialogue leader"?

50% chance I shall be there with the Belgian oil burner as the 450 spun a bearing although im flat out till mid September I reckon I deserve a day off.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 17 June 2013, 02:37 AM
No problem, as discussed I'll be having a morning coffee both dates so no issues, one or the other.

Some others we should contact, Koan, Robertd and Nathan?
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 17 June 2013, 02:38 AM
James, bring what ever you want!
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: robertd on 17 June 2013, 06:26 PM
Hey guys, unfortunately Saturday is my main work day,
Have a great catch up
Rob
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 18 June 2013, 06:19 AM
Carl,

Koan el al seem to have gone a bit quiet.  They may be speaking on another line.  I don't have their contact details.  Pity to have a get-together missing such social luminaries.

PG.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 20 June 2013, 12:06 AM
Ok I;m in.

July 6.
@ cafe nervous!
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 20 June 2013, 03:41 AM
I'm out as I can't change my shift.  But don't change it to suit me!  I'll see you all another time
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: zook on 27 June 2013, 07:56 AM
classic meet thread........

im out, mate's 21st :P doesnt make much difference as the 280 will be on ramps and stands regardless haha
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: Tony66_au on 28 June 2013, 08:32 AM
Errr yeah....... I have a Lunch meeting on Sunday in Bendigo that will run a while so Saturday is out for me now too.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 02 July 2013, 11:43 AM
Confusion reigns supreme!!!!!!!!!

So are we on for this Saturday at the cafe or ??????????????????
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 03 July 2013, 07:42 PM

[/quote]

Saturday June 22.
10am
Meet at Cafe 8th. Nerve
103 Gaffney Street
Coburg North 3058

Guys, if that date really doesn't work, can do Saturday July 6???
[/quote]

Just to confirm that I'm a starter: 10 am, Saturday.  I'll leave at 11 am as the Swans are having Demons for lunch, a spectacle not to be missed.

PG.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 03 July 2013, 11:34 PM
Guys, I don't really mind what date, I am there most Saturdays anyway, including the 6th. as discussed :)  If you want to do another one in a few weeks no worries.
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 03 July 2013, 11:55 PM
Ok.

I'll be at the cafe at 10am this Saturday. July 6
1st in grabs and hold the table!
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 04 July 2013, 08:15 PM
See you then Kozzy!
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 07 July 2013, 02:38 AM
Did you meet up?  How did it go?  BTW I just joined MBCV and convinced a few mates to do the same....   :)
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 07 July 2013, 06:42 PM
It was just kozzy and myself, we had a fun time speaking shit and enjoying the sunshine!  Powerglide had to pull out, has the flu poor chap, get better quick!
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: mrkozzy on 07 July 2013, 11:23 PM
Yes and great chat it was!
In the end, the 2 most important people rocked up and continued the tradition. lol   :) ;) ;)

Maybe next time some more of the boys might make it.
Anyhow it was nice to catch up with Carl.  Coffee was excellent!
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: zook on 09 July 2013, 04:46 AM
at least it happened! ahah
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 09 July 2013, 06:52 AM
Any chance of another on a Saturday in the next 3 weeks??  Or Sundays 21st or 28th July??  I'm on leave.....   :)
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: carl888 on 12 July 2013, 08:31 AM
I'll have to opt out of this one, not free till the 17/8 sadly.

Perhaps we should venture out one day for a drive too!
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: oversize on 12 July 2013, 06:52 PM
We should set a date each month for a catchup in the same place....  Whoever can make it on the day, rather than trying to set something that suits everyone.  What does everyone thing and do we have any suggestions for location and day of the month?  First/last Sunday of each month?  Or quarterly maybe?  Just remember we don't wanna conflict with any other big events during the year....
Title: Re: Melbourne Catchup 2013
Post by: powerglide on 23 July 2013, 08:57 PM
Quote from: carl888 on 12 July 2013, 08:31 AM
I'll have to opt out of this one, not free till the 17/8 sadly.

Perhaps we should venture out one day for a drive too!
Sorry to miss it - will try again for 17 August.  I like the idea of a periodic meeting - if irregular.  8th nerve looks like being a good venue (note good coffee review).

Cheers, W116-ers!


PG.