VN sv150
Hey guys could someone please tell what they think a VN Calais sv150 would be worth? Thanks
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changing diff oil with garden fork
Guides say ensure you can undo the filler plug before draining the old oil. Well live-axle diffs have a neoprene plug, not a screw-in metal type. Workshop manual shows a special tool for prising it...
View ArticleAuto transmission slipping
Hi guys, I have a Calais with an ls1 and auto box. Recently the transmission feels sluggish and feels like it is slipping if I put my foot down from a standstill or as I am about to pull up. I have a...
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Replacing VX door window trim
Has anyone gone about replacing the 4 external door window trims before. I bought a brand new set of the black ones and am wondering do I need to remove all 4 inside door panels to slip the old one off...
View ArticleCleaning VF commodore Suede?
Hey all, I have 2 VF commodores in the immediate Family both with that (Fake?) suede finish, one Dark and one cream. I am in charge of detailing them both (lucky me!) Just wondering what you guys use...
View Articlewhats the trick to installing new engine mounts???
My son got a VS ute and asked me to take it in for a RWC as he thought he had fixed everything the only thing that he missed was the RH engine mount so I picked one up at the local parts store .As my...
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Leaking oil onto engine mount
Hey guys! So I noticed I had a slow oil leak. You can't tell by looking in the engine bay, all looks clean there. It's not until you look under the car you can see oil on one of the engine mounts. Just...
View ArticleCammed ve SS problem any help?
Hey guys New to the site, have a ve SS ute with 65000 on the clock it's Cammed and a few Other bits done, So the problem is I drove it today and gave it a stab in 1st and 2nd and Asoon as I backed off...
View ArticleLotto winnings garage.
IÂ’m going to win a squillion in Lotto within a few weeks ( yes..really ), and have been thinking about what Holdens to put in my eight car garage that will adjoin my waterfront mansion. Eight?....one...
View ArticleVY SS Manual high idle
Hi guy's and gals I have a 2004 VY SERIESII, LS1 GENIII, 6Speed Manual and for some reason it's idling too high, namely about 850RPM and the manual states it should be 650RPM i have checked and...
View Article2.5" Batback Redback Exhaust for a Series II SV6
what's everyone's opinions on this kit that I have found http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/HOLDEN-CO...IAAOSwZQxW3P5h any good? anything else I should be considering? just wanting something a bit nicer than...
View Article2 bar map install vt ss
Is it possible to run 2 bar map n mafless tune on vt ss that has a vn motor in it with side mount S/c or should I go ls1 maf n get maf tune Unsure if IAT lead n on the vt can be used as the map sensor...
View ArticleVe ss ute - overflow bottle gurgling
Hey guys. Recently when i turn off car i notice a noise coming from hood. Closer inspection it was coming from overflow bottle which was also shaking. Car does not overheat as per indicator. Any...
View Articlevz sv6 auto issues
Hello all, I just brought a 2005 vz sv6 on Sunday. I got the car cheap as it was listed with a buggered auto which i am wondering if it is as bad as what he thought. I haven't got to get under the car...
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VE SS front headrests
I've fitted VE SS seats into my VK, I wish to change the headrest to a different style (keeping my orignals), what other Commodore seats can I use the headrests from as a direct fit? Attached...
View ArticleNew car battery - How charged are they?
If you walk in to the local Repco, Supercheap, Battery world or wherever and pick up a battery how charged would it be ? I guess they are fully charged from factory but how long will it hold it's...
View ArticleVF1 stock tune
I'm new to Commodore ownership and have always been interested in the world of custom tuning but have never had an opportunity to dabble. Growing up in the 80s I can understand how carby motors would...
View ArticleGood value Laptop?
The good old Dell notebook is on the way out after about 8 Years reliable service aside from 1 crash we don't need to mention.. Want a new reliable machine with a decent size screen, 15 inch minimum...
View Articleoverheating problem. help!!
Hi all, new to the forum. Can somebody help me? I have a VS berlina. Its currently running hot when in traffic but ok on hwy. When i turn the car off, it leaks water. Yes water. I dont use coolant....
View ArticleVY SS 6spd ute Slave Cylinder & Spigot question
Hi all, Is it true the slave cylinders are located inside the bell housing on a manual VY SS?? It is apparently leaking & I am not sure if the mechanic is trying to overcharge for the repair job or...
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