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Ok, my VS Ute out of the blue started laboring and jerking at low rpm (below 2.5k) and also lacks power (slow to accelerate even in 2nd with throttle wide open). The engine seems to run fine when the vehicle is in neutral or park. It also runs fine when cruising at 2.5krpm + with minimal...

Ok, I apparently managed to duplicate my user account when I first signed up to this forum. This shouldn't have been an issue except: mulligan-can (the account that I actually use) links to mulligan.can when you click on my username. I am the owner of both accounts (I can verify that via...

How much standby current should a standard ecotec v6 vs be using? Mine is was pulling about 0.8amp when I tested it straight after having to change the battery.

As above. I'm curious to know just how [un]common column shift is on the VR-VS. I recently purchased a column shift ute, personally, find it to be a lot more practical than a floor shift auto ever could be. Just not as fun as a manual. The bench seat + extra room makes it well worth it...

Has anyone got a decent set of instructions/pics on how they set up a sub in a VS ute? I've seen various references to a ported enclosure in the space next to the fuel tank. However nothing solid. Any help would be much appreciated.

Ok I have an S pack ute and the LSD doesn't seem to be working? The diff cover has the appropriate tag etc. What can cause this? I am aware of only the following possibilities: - old, crappy oil in diff fouling it - clutch packs too worn Are there any other possibilities and what...

Can anyone supply me with a wiring diagram for the front/ute central locking? I am able to track down an appropriate BCM but haven't had any luck with the motor's themselves and thus I would like to see if aftermarket (ie jaycar) units will suffice. Any help would be much appreciated.

Hi all. I just purchased a 1995 VS ute, been chasing one for ages and a good condition example for rather cheap just came up. Anyway, that aside. It is in A+ condition all round with the exception of the windscreen wiper setup. It only works on the slowest setting? Moving the lever to the...

I dont have a clue if my calais is a s2 or and s1. anyway to tell? the plastic on the top of the back seat is faded in most areas cept around to vaguel headrest shaped parts so im thinking it once had the rear headrest which were s2. this is only circumstantial tho, any proper way to tell...

Is there any point to having the coolant level sensor/warning light hooked up? The point that the sensorplugs into the radiator is like 15cm below the top and im thinking my engine will be pretty screwed if it drops down that low anyway... thoughts? (i cut it and forgot to hook it up again...

Ok, i have no problem with using the bottom bleed valve. However, my top bleed valve doesn't even appear to be connected?!?!?!?!?!? I'm attaching a picture.... I tried pouring a little water thru the bolt hole to see if it would come out that little pipe stuck in the side with nothing...

Ok, i'm getting towards starting work on my vl's sound system (well, by that i mean im getting towards starting work on the interior trimming and making up the rear parcel shelf/front door pods) Ok. I would like to do the whole system once and with decent equipment and a good overall sound...

Is it possible to drop a vn-vs dash into a vl? along with door trims etc? Has anyone done this and could shed some light on the process?

can someone please detail for me how to set up the pcv system properly? I think my sump is getting pressurised somehow but i am simply not very familiar with the engine or well anything along those line at present. any help much aprreciated

Hey guys, was just thinking... would wacking an SC14 on the side of the VLT engine and having it cut out when the turbo starts to come onto boost good (it does have a clutch after all :)) work? Or even just have a 5psi pulley on the charger so that you can just turn the turbo back 5 psi or...

Whats the difference between a MAF and an AFM sensor? Furthermore I've been reading on another forum and a lot of people seem to be using MAP sensors (I think that was it...) instead. Anyway, as these all are ways of measuring air flow what is the difference between them all? Oh btw I've...

Ok, I have recently aquired a VLT Calais (manual) that has just recieved a rebuild to the engine and the turbo. It already has an intercooler and a blow off valve (that shall be going asap....) I would like to eventually push around 200rwkw. What sort of build path do you suggest I follow...

Whats the stock boost level in a VLT?

Is it at all possible to add/install ABS onto a VN S1 that doesnt have it?

Car is now scrapped

Ok, would it be worth my time/money to see if I can pick up an old buick 3.8 and attempt to tear it down and rebuild/recondition/get it into good running order + better if possible? My father has a LOT of experience with carby engines but doesnt know a huge amount about EFI. I only know what I...

Ok, the suspension in my car is SHOT. The springs are old, tired and stock. I would like to replace the springs, shocks and sway bar link pins + all associated bushes. Is there anything else it would be a good idea to replace? Also, if i wish to lower the car just onto say king spring lows...

I would like to upgrade the brakes on my VN S1 V6. Presently I have the standard master + booster. How would I go about fitting up VT spec brakes? What would I need? I know I would need a 1" master, calipers and rotors but what else is required? What do you need to fit up a VT rotor to...

Ok, a mate of mine just got a fine for "Driving Defective Vehicle". Now, does this mean that his car is now registered as defective and it cannot be driven? They didnt affix a sticker or anything like that to his car although they did take a picture of the rear bumper. The car has "excessive...

Crazy question but do ya reckon it would be possible to dye the vn carpeting to black? I know nothing about dyes or anything like that... anyone here changed the carpeting colour? How did you go about it?

How much would I be looking at to get an engine and tranny reconditioned? Mine are in good condition but I'm still kinda wary about it has done a fair bit of work... (a bit over 200 000, not entirely sure as the cluster has been swapped out a coupla times in its life....)

How do you remove the steering wheel on the VN? Mine is refusing to budge?

Will a V8 coolant temp sensor fit/work in a V6?

When first starting up from cold (usually in early morning before theres enough heat around i guess) my car is running rich (can smell fuel) and idles really really low and occasionally actually stalls?!?! The coolant probe is busted (according to the ALDL test thing) and thus the fan comes...

In a VN S1 with factory central locking and factory power windows is the triggering positive or negative? I am presently installing a car alarm + auto power window closer in my VN S1 Berlina. I need to know the following: - Wether the central locking is positively triggered or negatively...

Whats involved in a stage 2 and 3 kit? What are the differences? (And is there such a thing as a stage 1? Just curious lol) What are the benefits etc of 2 and 3 stages? Thanks

How hard is it to install a shift kit? Would someone with little knowledge of transmissions be able to manage it? About how much would you be looking at to have one installed (labour wise) and how much for the actual kit itself?

What does the stock VN boot lining look like? And will the carpeting/lining from say a VS Berlina fit in? Im sick of the ugly eyesore that is my present boot. I can see all the metal and only have a single layer of carpet at the bottom, all around the sides is bare (well painted) metal :(

Ok, I've heard that VN's top the list as one of the easiest cars to steal/break into. Is this true (I'm assuming it is, would sound about right). How have people gone about toughening up their cars to make it that little bit harder to steal? Or break into?

The deadlocking function in my car doesn't seem to be working? When I dead lock it the locks can all still be opened from inside the car. Also the actuators don't seem to move the locks all the way down and occasionally you can open one of the doors anyway? (Only from the inside mind you which...

Can some one please post a pic of the Statesman Roof Clock? Just curious to see what it looks like and how its mounted. Cheers

What is involved in a major service? I'm told my car is due for a major but what exactly is that?

Ok, the power aerial on my car has kicked it. Would one off a VR work in a VN S1?

What RPM should the car be sitting on when idling? In Neutral or Park the VN sits at about 1500-2000RPM. This seems a bit high to me.

So, I'm interested in hearing about the pro's and con's of running LPG/Gas in a VN. I don't know much about it but I know some people swear by it and some people swear at it. Is is possible to run both gas and petrol and have like a switch to change between the two? How much power do you...