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  1. B

    diff gears

    hey everybody, I am in the process of building a diff for my commodore. Cammed Vx v6 with a getrag 5 speed I’m putting a tru trac in it with new bearings I’m stuck on what diff gears to choose from. I was just wondering if somebody could answer a couple questions for me with this motor and box...
  2. N

    VF SS with 4.11s?

    Hey does anyone have any experience running 4.11s in an auto vf ss? Curious to know how the 6l80e pairs up with 4.11s on the freeway in terms of revs haha. The car is a not my daily so I’m not looking for sublime drivability here, but I’m also not looking to fully throw it away either. Cheers
  3. me_like_fuelBurners

    warranty expires soon, here is my story...

    Decided i'd take my ZB RS V6 (75,000km on the clock) to the [formerly known as] Holden Service Centre near me for a final service before the warranty drops dead (i think the warranty expires in Nov 2023) And thank f*#k I did.... When I dropped the car off I let them know about a couple of...
  4. M

    VH V8 diff options

    Im looking for a diff to put in my Vh as im building a worked 5ltr to go in. currently on has a small salisbury in it so thatll be no good. wondering what i should do for a diff, on a it of a budget, do i try and find a 28 spline borg warner or should i just try and find a 10 bolt? not too...
  5. vt olympic edish

    Vt commodore middle off boot making gliding noise

    When i opened up the middle seat when i was driving i can hear a gliding noise that gets faster when you get faster you can also hear it very faintly without the middle seat being down (vt commodore sedan)
  6. Shamwow

    Vy ss resistance on acceleration, rear differential??

    Okay firstly I'm a chick,I'm just getting that out there incase this is an easy fix and I'm just lacking the know how. So I've a vy ss automatic,lately when I get in and start put it into drive and take my foot off the brake it doesn't move!!If I touch the accelerator evr so gently its like its...
  7. J

    VE DIFF SWAP? NEED HELP ASAP

    Hi I’ve got a VE Omega Ute 2012 and it only does one peggers so I assume it’s got an open-diff. I had come across a listing for a VE Sv6 sedan lsd diff and I was wondering if it is compatible with my vehicle so I can do fun stuff?
  8. J

    LSD Diff Upgrade Options, Prices and Suggestions Please

    Just looking for a tip on diff upgrade options and price ranges for an Automatic Series 1 2015 VF SS Commodore Sedan I’ve already done brakes, interior/sound system/security upgrades, basic engine and exhaust with tune, etc. I’m going to start saving up for the one BIG go at the engine, but...
  9. C

    Are VE open and lsd diff housings the same?

    Recently found out my VE shitbox has an open diff. Was wondering if I could just swap a truetrac Zf into the open diff housing or if I have to get a new diff housing? Thanks fellas.
  10. C

    VS to VY diff conversation

    Hey all, read a lot of arrivals and Havant had a confirmed answer, am I able to put a VY SS commodore diff in a VS V6 commodore, I know I’ll have to change the yoke but will it bolt up and use the same axles, the reason I want to do this is because the VY diff I have has an lsd in it
  11. H

    Diff reshim

    Hey all i’m gonna get my diff reshimed , wondering how much it costs for a 3.46 diff and how long it lasts? roughly ... would be a rare skidded maybe 1 a month
  12. M

    Vs statesman

    Hi everyone, just a question for the Adelaide people. I have a vs statesman v8 ,does anyone recommend a good diff rebuilder? Wanting to get some gears and lsd done.
  13. V

    Ve ss diff problems

    Hey guys I got a 2009 ssv commodore, with what seems is open diff, I’ve always been told that v8s are lsd standard but mine doesn’t seem to be lsd. Even tho on the diff it says (LSD Y) Could it be broken? It’s just a little confusing as I’d rather a lsd. Thanks guys :)
  14. M

    Vx ss series 2 diff housing

    Hi all, done an hour or so of research with no luck. trying to find what diff my vx ss series 2 has. is it a m78 housing or a m80. cheers
  15. REDRUM-6L

    Trutrace help

    Hey guys Me diffs gone, Need a truetrac, but only thing That’s got me confused is that when the workshop guy quoted me originally for a truetrac $3.2k drive away, then a week later when u called too confirm if parts come in he asked me if my diff was banging and slipping, told him yes then he...
  16. D

    M80 Modifications Questions

    Hey all, I'm building a m80 diff with a torque lock LSD centre with 3.46 gears for my VT S2 Calais that has the V6. Currrently has been manual converted, full MCA coilovers and cammed (just the main mods). The driveshaft is the M78 4 bolt flange, and the M80 also has a 4 bolt flange but they are...
  17. B

    Identifying diff M78 or m80 in VX V6

    I was just wondering how can I tell whether the diff in my VX series 1 V6 commodore auto is a m78 or m80 as I’m getting an Eaton TruTrac and need to know which one to get. In another forum post detailing diffs, it isn’t specified whether the VX V6 continued with the m78 like the VT series 2.
  18. J

    Diff housing

    Hey guys, I’m having talks about who and where to get my diff upgrade done, and to keep costs low on both the labour and parts the guy I’m likely to go through suggested sourcing my own new/better diff housing for its intended use and to prevent a housing blowout should I end up doing what I...
  19. Macca1993

    04 vy thud sound in back end

    Hey guys just wondering if someone could help me out with a problem I’m having. I have a 2004 vy commodore which I’ve just recently found out the diff is needed to be replaced and I think the right side drive shaft?After finally working out this problem I now have a new one. When coming to a...
  20. J

    Harrop TrueTrac LSD Rebuilds Adelaide

    Hi. mom looking at getting a 3.75 or 3.9 Harrop TrueTrac LSD conversion/rebuild on my 2014 Series 1 VF SS Commodore Sedan (auto), but I’m having a lot of trouble finding reputable places to facilitate this in Adelaide for any reasonable price. I know I can buy them off eBay, but all the...
  21. B

    VX Berlina V6 Auto Diff

    Hello all, I recently broke the spider gears in my diff (Most likely) and my mechanic said that it’s cheaper to find a new diff from a wreckers than to repair the gears.? So I was wondering exactly what diff is in the series 1 VX Berlina V6 Auto’s? On another note what is a stronger diff that...
  22. G

    Would a diff out of a 3.8 vt fit straight into a vy 3.8

    Wanting to buy a diff it’s just gonna get welded up but I’ve got a vy 3.8 and was wondering what models can I buy a diff out of and it will bolt straight up not. Don’t know much about cars so just looking for tips and advice
  23. W

    Vx commodore diff

    Fellas i got a m80 live on the vx and will be pulling diff out to spool it and been told that you have to align the diff in straight when you put it back and apparently it’s hard is this true or not ?
  24. S

    [VIC] V6 vs diff into v6 vy

    Hi all I know there would have been a post out there on this exactlythe same thing I'm just wondering I have a vs Ute and a vy the vy diff is going bad I think just want to know are the vs and vy diff the same could I use the vs diff in the vy
  25. L

    VZ One Tonner Diff HELP!

    Hi, ive got a v6 vz one tonner, im looking at putting an LSD and 3.9:1 gears in it but im having trouble finding anything about it or even getting a straight answer. My diff is old i assume as the sticker with the details has faded to white, and theres no information on/in the car about it. Ive...
  26. T

    Will a 3.27 Series 2 lsd replace 2.92 Series 1 lsd

    I'm in the market for a new diff for my 07 sv6 manual. I assume the only difference between the series 1 and 2 is the different ratio. I'm here to make sure I don't have any weird issues with coupling to the drive shaft ect. Cheers
  27. M

    VE diff change NEED help

    Hey guys I just changed the diff in VE SS manual, from 3.45 lsd to 3.7 LSD cause we though the diff was f**ked, anyway put it all together and put it down and there’s still no power to the wheels the tail shaft gearbox and clutch are all good and the diff I just put in only done 25,000k, when...
  28. M

    Welded diff, honest opinions, answers and installation instructions

    Hey guys, So I've recently put a welded diff into my vt calais and I will be answering a few questions that I see go around honestly, dont forget this is my opinion so it may be different to yours so go easy on me :) also, I bought the diff instead of welding mine because mine was buggered from...
  29. Will1996

    VF SS rear end noise

    I have a series 1 Vf SS. its pushing 315rwkw, Its a stock diff and stock drive train. I recently noticed a noise and shake coming from the rear end of the ute when I would aggressively accelerate, I can feel it through the whole car as its very excessive and is getting worse. It does only do it...
  30. S

    Need tune after diff ratio change

    Hey guys, Ive recently changed the diff ratio in my vx commodore (ls1) from the standard 3.08 to 3.73, so now my speedos out by 18 percent or so and the shift points aren't right. Just wondering if anyone here could suggest a good place to get the speedo sensor ratio retuned to suit the new...
  31. I

    3.45 Diff rebuild

    Hi, im on a budget and my diffs LSD has given up, im planning on rebuilding it with new clutch packs. Has anyone done this or know where to purchase these parts from? Thank you in advance
  32. Robbo77

    Unknown Issue causing shudder and vibration

    TL,DR shudder/vibration under car when it feels like it Clunk when driving off at times "Helicopter" sound from rear of car Mechanic reckons no loose or obvious wear from inspection Diff oil was low when he serviced it Sorry for the long post guys just wanted to get as much info in as possible...
  33. J

    Diff Clunking/Grinding AFTER Diff seal replacement?

    G'day to you all. I've recently purchased a 2003 WK Caprice with 233,000ks on the clock. Ran like a gem, no odd sounds. Took it to my local mechanic, good reliable guy, stated that the Diff Pinion Seal was leaking -and to get it sorted "sooner rather than later" The week after, I made the...
  34. holdencallous

    3.9 or 4.11 gears in an Auto 4spd?

    Hey guys, sorry to make a new thread but I cant find any straight information about the type of gears that would work in an 4spd Auto VY II Calais L37, can anyone give me any information about what gears I should purchase?, I'm trying to get a real pokey launch without sitting at 2300rpm at...
  35. A

    VE SS 3.45 diff problem

    Pretty certain it’s diff related but it only started happening yesterday, at low speeds a clunk in the rear occurs when turning sharp both left/right, when turning right up a hill it felt like both were about to lock up but just shuddered. No whine or anything driving or any clunks 20kmh+ Drives...
  36. M

    Vibrating diff?

    Hey guys, a few days ago i noticed my 2004 vz wagon has a bit of a vibrating/shaking when under load or at about 4000+rpm that feels like its coming from the rear of the car, I thightend my tans mount to the factory torque setting and the shaking from the rear seems a bit worse now, any ideas?
  37. C

    VF Driveline issues

    Hey everyone... ive been reading for awhile never actually posted or started a thread... My vf ssv manual has been making some harsh clunking noise which sounds to be coming from the diff... its around the 330rwkw mark has Detroit locker and all fresh diff rebuild 12 months ago (broken 3 rh...
  38. SuckSqueezeBangBlow

    Diff oil replacement

    hey guys, I bought 3 bottles of GM#92184900 diff oil from my local dealer as the Castrol website said it would take 2.3L, but the diff only took 1.3L. Is this normal!?? edit: i have 15k on my car and the fluid was fair grey, with a light metallic (but could just be carbon from the clutches)...
  39. N

    [LS1] VY SS UTE Diff modifications for burnouts

    Hi all, I have a VY SS ute which I'm turning into a skidpig :D whats the best option on locking the diff ? I've seen the diff spools online but not sure if they work with LSD ? Id get the welder out but she's no banjo o_O
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