Building a 4L60e? Vs TH400 ect
So I've recently put 3200 high stall, 232/234110lsa cam into my ls1 and first gear isn't shifting correctly, It's got 160,000 and it's all stock transmission.. Basically I was told I'm looking at a...
View ArticleVE Series 2 boot lid onto Series 1
Hey guys, I'm looking at putting a VE series 2 boot lid from a Calais/Equipe (with the chrome garnish above the number plate) onto my series 1 SS. I like the small built in lip on the boot lid of the...
View ArticleEngine change
Planing on changing my engine and auto box out of my 08 ve omega and replacing it with the sv6 engine and manual box anything i should know before doing it eg. Ecu, wiring anything at all you guys can...
View ArticleTuning options for SV6 with LLT
I have read through some threads on this and have seen that mostly it's recommended to get a MACE flash tune. Now that MACE no longer have a LLT tune available for my car (MY11 SV6 auto) what is my...
View ArticleHow the f#$% do you use Siri in VF??
So frustrated at the moment, according to the Holden website, Calais V (my car) offers the following:- "Use Siri® Eyes Free mode to stay connected safely while you are driving. Ask Siri to call people,...
View ArticleNew rims for my commodore
Hi i just want opinion from you guys. I heard that 18" rims and the ones that's are thin and wide create a very bad drive ( crap handling etc) is this true? Personally love the look of 18s,16s and so...
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How to remove the dipstick
Does anyone know how to remove the dipstick, I've wiggled it and she's stuck in fast. Is there anything holding it inside the block.
View ArticleNewbee intro from the states
Hello everyone, I live in the US, Virginia and purchased a 2015 SLIHRM Chevy SS (series 1) 6 months ago. It has a 6-sp manual, sunroof & air pump. I did work out a spare tire with the purchase. We...
View ArticleBimodal sound when cold..?
Can anyone shed any light as to why the bimodal exhaust (when on) in VFII sounds a lot quieter when the car is started when it's cold as opposed to when it's warmed up? The crackle and pop is basically...
View ArticleSwirl pot fuel line
My fuel line to the swirl pot inside the fuel tank has broken off I was wondering if anyone any ideas as how to replace I was thinking of going to the wrecker and getting another tank that has it...
View ArticleVX engine bay diagram
Anyone have a diagram that explains the main (and other important) parts/pipes etc? There was an old thread in here from 2011, but the image (unsurprisingly) is broken. Cheers
View ArticleInjectors (VX) from ebay
All, I have a leaky injector and given they've never been replaced in 220,000kms - I was going to replace all six. I found a massive difference in price on ebay for varying injectors. There are ones...
View ArticleWhy Chevrolet SS is faster
Hi guys I have read many reviews from US, the SS is doing 0-60 mph in 4.6s , 1/4 mile in 13s. How come they have such great results?
View ArticleUpggrading from V6 VX Acclaim
I have surprisingly become quite fond of the every day driver I bought about 18 monthas ago. It is a low Km (140,000 ), 2001, V6, Acclaim series , Auto. Had to attend to several age related issues but...
View Article2007 Ve commodore calais international
When i was cleaning my throttle body it clamped shut then went into safety mode now the revs are up and gears change funny has anyone had this problem and can help please..
View ArticleBig end
Hi, I tried google with no luck, I have a L76 with a possible failed lifter, the quotes I get back say if the big end has spun it will need a full rebuild, so the question is, what is a big end and how...
View Article[308] 355 turbo
Hey guys. Just pulled the 308 out of my VH and before i put it back in im getting a stroker kit installed. been reading up on forums and watching videos of 355 turbos. they look like a whole lot of...
View ArticleInstruments black out
Hi I'm new here, I have a WL Statesman with 95000km on the clock and I've only had it a week and a half. While I'm driving out of the blue my instrument lights go out and when they come back on it...
View ArticleThrow out bearing and starter problems
So replaced my throw out bearing and after a quick 20 min drive it's rattling again, it's a bit quieter but still... Dunno what I did wrong but hahaha Also changed starter motor and its grinding but...
View ArticleTail lights working but not when I use brake ( Right Hand side only)
Hey guys Not sure whats going on here... ( I am a bit of a noob at car stuff) My right hand side tail lights work but when I apply the brake the right hand side light up brighter like the rest of the...
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