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    Where to go for HSV parts?

    Specifically, I'm looking for both manual hardlid release cables, to the tray and cabin. New or used. Thanks.
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    VE Ute Rear Interior Panel Removal

    I need to "unclip" the top edge (directly under the rear window) of my VE ute. I have searched for a video and also here but no luck. I'm guessing it uses clips like most other interior parts but am afraid to tug at it, fearing the upper trim will break. Anyone done this?
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    VE Maloo Seats

    I recently obtained VE Maloo seat frames. The driver's seat has one release lever while the passenger's has one on each side. Is this correct or am I missing a lever? FYI, I am in the states and have never seen these seats
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    Stock Speaker Differences: Sedan v Ute

    Curious about the differences between a sedan and ute. Correct me if I'm wrong but I'm assuming the following: 1) The dash and front door speakers are identical. 2) On a sedan, the rear door speakers are full range. 3) The amp powers the two subwoofers located on the rear package tray. What I...
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    VE / VF Front / Rear Bar

    Will a front or rear VF bar bolt onto a VE? Thanks.
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    Question about the VE Commodore Wagon

    Was the wagon (VE or VF) ever exported? If yes, also curious if any were built LHD for export and re-badged like the Pontiac G8. Thanks.
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    VE Front End Alignment Specs Different?

    Gentlemen, Vehicle in question is a 2010 VE Commodore. Does anyone know if the alignment specs for the coupe, wagon and ute the same? Also the Maloo. I'm needing an alignment and any shop I go to will only have specs for a 2008 - 09 G8, so I really need to know. Thanks.
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    Exhaust smell with windows down, VE Maloo

    The odor small reminds me of an older car but only happens when the windows are down. Speed does not seem to matter. I have read of positive and negative cabin pressure which says the fumes are being drawn in but from where? I have had my exhaust checked for leaks and there are none. Anyone...
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    Production Numbers?

    Looking for numbers throughout the VE years with a breakdown of the different body styles: sedan, wagon, and ute. Thanks.
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    Normal Power Door Lock Operation

    When turning off the car, when do the doors unlock automatically? On an auto, is it when you put her into Park, turn off the ignition, or ??? On a manual, I guess it's when you turn off the ignition, regardless of gear selection?
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    For manual gearbox owners.

    A few months ago I completed changing the auto to a manual gearbox. Something very odd happened last night which leads me to asking a question. I had just left the house and was driving down my street in second gear. I needed to get a few things out of my glove box so let's say I was...
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    New Holden Parts?

    I'm in the states. I remember reading when GM announced the closing of Holden, that they would continue to support owners for the next ten years. So what happened to all the Holden dealerships? And where do you go for service and parts? Can anyone give me contact info for parts? It does not...
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    Speedo not working after auto to manual trans swap

    I will try to list all the details. Connected the manual VSS to the ECM. Odd how on the ECM pinout document, X1 connector, pins 71 and 72 are not used, but on my manual trans wiring document, it shows these pins are used for the manual VSS, so this is where we wired it to. What was very...
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    Center Console Rear Air Vents in Ute?

    Does the ute have these or a block off plate of sorts...
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    Looking for a tuner that uses hptuners....

    Hi all. As some of you know, I'm in the states (important below). I recently finished a trans swap on my 2009 VE Commodore from a 6L80e to a manual TR-6060. It currently has an L76 (6.0L). Here, this combo in a G8 was never sold. So I'm desperate to find an hptuners tunefile for this combo...
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    Performance Handling Switch + ??

    I assume there are two switches but not positive as I've never seen these in person. In fact, I do not know if any vehicles in the states came with these which leads to my question. Are there two switches or only one, and what does it do? Was this an option? On what vehicles?
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    HSV Brakes on a VE...

    Are these the same as Brembo? I'm just a wee bit too far to inspect in person and Holden's do not exist here, so I gotta ask. I've seen pics on a VE and they are marked "HSV". On a VF, I see "Brembo". Are they the same just labelled differently? I've got a line on "Brembo's" off a 2010...
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    Just noticed this difference and....

    ... wondering which Commodores got which design. I've had my Commodore only since 2018, haha...
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    I just had an idiotic idea and would like confirmation that I am an idiot...

    An electronic exhaust cutout that exits the side skirt vent on an HSV. To be used on Saturday nights only or whenever you want to piss off the neighbors! First thing I thought was melted plastic. But then I thought isn't the rear bar made of the same plastic? On the skirts, maybe remove the...
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    Was this steering wheel an option or???

    Was this wheel ever used on a VE Commodore?
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    Do Commodores have TPMS?

    I might be thinking the answer is no as I see nothing in the owner's manual. My ute, which uses donated Pontiac G8 parts, including the wiring for the front half of the vehicle, has TPMS and it's giving me intermittent warnings. The chiming happens all the timing as well as a visual warning...
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    Funniest Phone Call to Chevrolet Service Dept....

    My tyre pressure warning (TPMS) system is giving me constant warnings and driving me crazy, so I thought to give a jingle to my local Chevy service department. First, I asked about if the system can be disabled and told legally, no because it is considered a safety feature. Okay, fine. Kind...
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    Converting from 6L80E to 6-speed Manual

    Anyone done this? I'm thinking of it and would like to assemble a parts list before I decide. I assume I'll need the following: 3-pedal assembly, Hydraulic clutch system, Clutch, Gearbox, Shifter, Tune revision, Driveshaft? Does anyone sell an entire conversion kit? Anything I haven't...
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    Would love to hear your opinion on this "ute"...

    Although this vehicle was never called a ute, I'm assuming this term is used only for Australian vehicles, I'd love to hear what Aussies think of the American version that lasted only a few years due to lack of sales. If it was imported to Oz and sold alongside Ford and Holden utes, do you...
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    Can't Believe This...

    Today is Father's Day in the states. My daughter, who lives in Washington state sent me a present which I just opened. I can't believe what she got me, or where she got it. One thing for sure, I'll always remember this day...
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    Window Decal Added...

    I thought something like this will help people to know what a ute is, and where it's from..... Although it's nice to be asked, "Hey, what is it?".... sometimes it gets annoying so I hope this decal helps them get started in searching the internet.... A little background: Years ago there was...
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    Questions about a VE Maloo...

    I have three questions regarding an original VE Maloo. Not having access to any in the states, and never having seen one in person, I've searched for pics but have not been successful. These are basic questions. 1) Does the LED third brake light pulse when first applied? 2) Do the seats have a...
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    Maloo Hardlid Manual Cable Release?

    I know there are two: In the tub behind the driver, and in the cabin. Where is the handle located in the cabin?
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    Greetings from my ute in the U.S.......

    This is a story of my Holden ute. So what's so interesting about this, you might be asking..... Everyone knows what these are, as these are as common as any other car, right? What makes my story so unique and interesting is this: I live in Tucson, Arizona, USA, and I own a Holden ute, NONE...
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    Asking for assistance to purchase parts.....

    I've been searching for a handful of parts (new or used) and having an impossible time finding any. Basically, I'm looking for a VE Maloo hardlid fitting kit and a few other parts. I need it shipped to the U.S. Does anyone have any info on who I can contact? I've been searching for quite...
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