1965 Chrysler Newport in Australia

[IndyDoF]

We decided to bring my late father in-laws survivor Newport to Australia. It landed in Sydney about a week ago and we are just waiting for it to get out of quarantine.
It is a 1965 4 door Newport, 383, Auto, Power Steering. Ill take it to my Chrysler enthusiast mechanic for a service and inspection but few questions I have:

• What are the common C body and 383 items that should be checked?
• Any spares I should buy and keep with the car? (Points, coil, etc.)
• Anything worth updating to make it more reliable? Ignition, carby?

Thanks!

 

[IndyDoF]

We tracked the ship and got some photos of the ship coming in to Botany Bay, Sydney.

 

[300rag]

It seems to be a nice, clean, well looked after car. For peace of mind, replace the single pot master cylinder with a dual chamber.

 

[Davea Lux]

I usually keep a spare condenser and point set in a zip lock, just in case, keeping a screwdriver and a pair of pliers to change those items is also a good idea. Try to avoid ChiCom replacements, they are poor quality. The carbs of that era were very reliable, if the car sat for a long time the carb might need a kit. Do the usual inspection of the brake system, if in doubt replace the brake hoses and wheel cylinders and as noted a dual pot master is also a good idea. Brake linings if serviceable can be reused as long as they are not fluid or oil soaked. Usually also a good idea to replace the fuel hoses as modern moonshine blend fuels do not play well with the rubber compounds in the factory hoses, replace the fuel filter as well. If the tires are ancient it probably would be a good idea to replace them also. Check the coolant hoses and belts for cracks or other signs of distress. Start with a lube job, oil and filter change and a transmission service. This looks to be a really nice car and if given the care it deserves, it should serve you well for many years to come. You might also want to upgrade to an electronic voltage regulator, but that is an optional upgrade if you are not comfortable with the mechanical one. If the mechanical regulator is functioning well, I would let it alone.

Dave

 

[IndyDoF]

Few cool things that came with the vehicle documents include the original retail price label and operating instructions.

 

[Davea Lux]

Put all that stuff in a safe place as it is part of the provenance of the vehicle. There should also be a build sheet someplace in the car, usually tucked behind the springs on the rear seat cushion. Sometimes also found under the carpets or taped to the top of the glove box.

Dave

 

[LeBaron1973]

I hope it doesn't get torn apart by asbestos inspectors as i hear they're pretty fussy these days.

Happy motoring once she's sorted.

 

[IndyDoF]

I hope it doesn't get torn apart by asbestos inspectors as j hear they're pretty fussy these days.

Happy motoring once she's sorted.

I had it asbestos tested and certified asbestos free in the US.

 

[Promiscuitto]

Gorgeous car! Enjoy it.

 

[michiganhotrod1]

Handsome car.
Ditto all the comments on replacing any rubber part with a fluid in it, starting with brakes, then fuel. There is a short rubber hose in the fuel line by the right transmission crossmember. A fuel pump is wise unless you know yours is fresh. Coolant and power steering hoses as you see fit. Have a spare ballast resistor.
All of this is pretty inexpensive and available online from RockAuto.com, which should help with importing parts, I hope.