Doors unlocking themselves
Hi all, hoping someone can suggest what is going wrong with my vz I had an issue where to remote central locking wouldn't lock the drivers door. So I replaced the locking g mechanism and solenoid. That...
View ArticleSite not responding
Is it just my pc or are others having trouble. I open Just commodore site and within a few seconds it stops responding, and I have to click on recover program or something like that, can someone tell...
View ArticleVX L67 wont stay in 4th at 80kmh? Mechanic says it's normal.. how to fix this?
I've got a 2002 VX L67 and when driving around at any other speed it is fine, BUT when trying to sit on 80km/h the car goes from 1600-1700rpm to 2000-2100rpm and jumps down to 3rd gear. A auto trans...
View ArticleVZ Commodore Alloytec Engine mount change
G'day all. VZ Alloytec Engine Mount Change 1. Disconnect battery 2. Chock the back wheels before jacking up the front of the car. safety 1st 3. Use axle stands to support the car. As you will need the...
View ArticleHey guys looking at getting some work done on my VF II V6
Hi there, was hoping to get some advice. I currently own a Vf SV6 Black Edition Commodore, i am looking to get a supercharger for starters. Would anyone know a good place to go to in Geelong or...
View ArticleAuto or manual
Hello, just brought another vs auto and wanted to know if i should keep it auto or convert to manual. I have all the stuff for the conversion but just want some peoples opinions ? (Like the goods and...
View ArticleCode 47, now 46.
Just replaced the CAS, HB and seal.. The CAS was replaced when the car started to backfire and run rough, and showed a Code 47 only. All done, take the car out for a run, much better but still some...
View ArticleManual starter motors
I have a VC Commodore which up until a month ago had an early 1988 VN V6 manual fitted. I have now upgraded to an L67 out of a VT which I have converted from auto to manual. Big day finally arrived and...
View ArticleVf engine ticking noise
My Dad has recently purchased a 2016 SV6 Black edition commodore. He has clocked up 8000kms and regularly changes the oil and filter (high quality oil and genuine filter). He has noticed an intermitted...
View ArticleNames Compulsory on the 2016 Census
Quote: Privacy advocates are calling on the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) not to collect names of individuals in next month's census, due to privacy concerns. For the first time, the ABS will...
View ArticleThere was an almighty KABOOM in my SV6 engine( ecotech)
Background:- just coming out from a 40kms zone going to 100kms my car wouldn't kick into gear ..rev's over 6000. We hadn't reached 100kms/hr, my husband took his foot off the accelerator and then the...
View ArticleRebuilding the alloytec
Anyone rebuilt the alloytec with spool or other brands forged rods and pistons? Ive seen packages avalible for around 2k and you can choose different compression pistons. Im going to be rebuilding...
View ArticleI need to be educated
Supposedly there is 36kws difference between the 6.2 Holden and the NA HSV. But I also read that HSV reports power outputs differently to how GM does. So is there really a 34kw difference and what is...
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Removing VE Intake Manifold (and wiper shroud)
I'm about to remove the intake manifold from my VE. It was easy to do on my VZ, but the engine sits back deeper into the engine bay on the VE. This makes getting to the rear intake bolt a bit tricky....
View ArticleCar died
So today when I was reverse parking my car the engine decided to shut off, it didn't starve or choke just went dead. I can still turn the key to accessories and use radio, Windows and the dash still...
View ArticleDoor Actuators
Hi, First thanks to everyone that has contributes here, so far this forum has helped me replace/diagnose, engine mounts, SRS Clock spring, power antenna and a PITA ABS module. I use Envyous Customs...
View ArticleReplace one tyre- should I stick to Bridgestone Turanza
Vf Calais V Sportswagon with 12,700kms. Just got some metal stuck in a read tyre and will have to replace It's a 245/40 R19 Bridgestone Turanza Here in cairns that tyre is $355 - is there a cheaper...
View Articlewheel nut oversize
I got a puncture today in my Vf Calais V Sportswagon It has the 19" rims and one of the wheel nuts seemed larger than the rest. It was extremely difficult to get a 22mm socket on it, while the same...
View Articleregarding vt exec fuel gauge problems
hello hope anyone can help, recently put in a new tank sender into my vt wagon,alls good there,but it still seems that the fuel gauge needle drops down too quickly when she hits around a quarter.if the...
View ArticleStrange things with Fuel vs Valley & Rocker gaskets
Hey guys, recently got my valley and rocker cover gaskets done, they cleaned everything out for me, Its getting a better throttle response handles better but seems to be using a bit more fuel, is that...
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