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  1. M

    Looking at Modifying my SV6 SIDI with a Supercharger kit

    Hi Guys, not sure if anyone can assist me with this but I'm looking into installing a supercharger kit for my 2009 Holden Commodore SV6 SIDI LLT. Just seeing if anyone has an opinion on this as a lot of the stuff I found was quite old and was not sure if this applies anymore. I'm not looking at...
  2. BiggleBus

    6L50 fit L98?

    Hi, I have a 2010 SV6 Ute and was thinking about swapping a V8 into it. I was looking at the L98. Does the 6L50 automatic gearbox fit or would I need a 6L80/ 6L90? Or is there an adapter plate to make them fit?
  3. M

    series 2 sv6 sportwagon misfiring bad

    Hey all, Just posting there to see if anyone can help me with my sv6 sportwagon series 2 that all of a sudden has been having some pretty big problems. (PLEASE READ) i figured out that i had fucked the number 6 cylinder piston, ended up getting a new engine from a scrapyard and so far have had...
  4. X

    2015 SV6 - Check Oil When Recently Serviced

    Around 4000kms ago, I had my SV6 serviced, and haven’t had any issues until about a week ago. I’m now getting a “check engine oil” message, yet it’s nowhere near due for another service. I’ve checked the oil, it’s not low, and it’s not seeming to run rough. Any idea on what’s going on and what I...
  5. somilror

    [Alloytec] Pops and crackle tuning

    I’ve a 2007 ve sv6 with rear muffler delete, is it possible to get pops and crackle with this type of exhaust mod by getting my car tuned
  6. X

    Running lean in 2008 VE commodore sv6

    Around the time I got my aftermarket empire performance muffler deletes put on I started getting codes on my obd2 scanner telling me that the car was running lean in both banks. this lean running can be noticed when driving in the normal shift drive with engine hesitation happening constantly...
  7. X

    Will tune fix running lean problem

    Around the time I got my aftermarket empire performance muffler deletes put on I started getting codes on my obd2 scanner telling me that the car was running lean in both banks. this lean running can be noticed when driving in the normal shift drive with engine hesitation happening constantly...
  8. S

    Worth replacing sv6 2013 sportwagon engine @360,000km?

    First off I know 360,000kms is a lot, but there's a couple of reasons why I'm considering this and just wanted to know if it was stupid. I just turned 18 and dad bought a new car to get to work (he bought another, newer commodore) so I've inherited the 2013 and all it's problems. Dad bought the...
  9. D

    Code P0717

    Hey, I've got a 2006 VZ sv6 commodore (automatic) and error code "P0717 - input/turbine shaft speed sensor 'A' circuit no signal" Im thinking about replacing the speed sensor in the transmission but i need some more insight on what people think. The transmission is shifting really hard from 1st...
  10. N

    2006 VZ LY7 Engine bearings. engine scraping and oil pressure drops to 0.

    I picked up 2006 VZ LY7 with timing chain issues and a fairly gunked out engine. I've done the timing chains, the pickup tube o-ring, changed the oil pump, cleaned out most of the gunk and flushed the engine multiple times. The car runs but after you drive it for maybe 2-3 minutes it will...
  11. A

    VE SV6 Muffler Bolt Size

    Planning to change my stock sv6 exhaust to an enpire performance exhaust. What size are the bolth connecting the muffler and tips to the rest on the exhaust?
  12. Dechlan Tutty

    ('04 VZ SV6 5-Auto) Slight miss/hesitation low RPM & medium-high load

    Hi everyone, I've looked through previous posts and can't find a circumstance that lines up exactly with what I'm experiencing, at least in about half an hour of reading. Anyway, about 2 months ago my car started one time after about 100 km of highway driving and being left for 2 or so hours...
  13. A

    Noise from dipstick side of engine after rev

    This recently started happening and I’m kinda not sure what it could be. Only happens after acceleration.
  14. K

    VE SV6 Stuttering Issue at Constant Speed - Post MODS

    Hi All, I have recently installed some mods to my VE Auto 2010 SV6 LLT wagon. This has been an issue to say the least with the problems I have run into. Need some input into some probable root cause to my current issue. Firstly I had made the following Mods: -2.5" Catback -OTR Intake -Tune -Oil...
  15. A

    Noise after oil change

    Hey lads. Recently done an oil change on my 2014 VF 3.6L LFX. Fellas at supercheap told me 7L is what my engine requires, and so after changing the filter and filling new oil. I turn on engine and hear a TRRR’ish sound from engine. This happened again on a cold start the next day and so I...
  16. H

    After using my Scan tool SERVICE CLEANING PROCEDURE for my Commodore SV6 2011 the car is not moving in R and D.

    I did "Service cleaning procedure" with AUTEL MP808 on my car COMMODORE VE 2011 V6. after the operation is completed my car transmission is not working in R AND D. even if the car is in R or D, but transmission inside remains in Neutral need help what to do now?
  17. hgray

    Bluetooth display song info?

    I recently bought a 2012 SV6 S2 with Holden IQ and it doesn’t display song info when Bluetooth, only says “Bluetooth Streaming..”? This is annoying as all my other cars displayed the song title and artist I was wondering if you can get it to show up?
  18. Bartyboy

    VF Auto Dimming

    Hi all just a quick Question is it possible to disable the auto dimming feature on a VF series 2 sv6?, example certain light sources cause the infotainment display to dim this is especially annoying when I'm using the reversing camera. any tips or help would be great! Cheers :)
  19. xxGRIMxx

    My Vz Sv6 :)

    Gday all my name is Brad. My car is a 2004 Vz Sv6 commodore. Alloytech190 ly7 engine with the 5spd auto 5l40e (i think). Stock all round not bad for a swap hehe. My old car was a lancer needed something bigger. Got a poineer head unit with Sony sub an amp. Has bit of fade on spoiler, front...
  20. Dechlan Tutty

    ['04 VZ SV6] 'Torque' Android App - No Oil Pressure/Trans. Temp. Read-outs?

    Hi everyone, I've purchased myself a cheap little OBD2 reader thing off eBay and downloaded the 'Torque' app for my Samsung to check/clear codes and monitor stuff with the car ('04 VZ SV6). Does anyone have any idea how to get oil pressure and auto trans. temps to show up on the 'dashboard' of...
  21. K

    Ve Sv6 Air Filter

    Hey guys I currently have a 2012 VE Sv6 sedan and I’ve been told by a friend that if I put a good air filter system on it, then it should boost the performance and even the speed of my car. Is this true, if so are there any negative consequences of this upgrade? That and I also want to lower my...
  22. J

    Sv6 tune

    I wanna tune my car just an engine tune nothing 2 crazy maybe with an air intake I got an sv6 series 2 2012 what is the cost and any cons ? And any good places in Sydney
  23. ItsTreesAndDen

    Rear Air Suspension kit in VIC

    Hey there, As the title suggests, im looking for the best value for money (and most reliable) Rear Suspension kit for my Sv6 VF 2 ute. Are their any brands i should avoid? If need be i can purchase online from any other state, I’m mainly asking (if anybody knows) which suspension shops in...
  24. Dechlan Tutty

    ['04 VZ SV6] Transmission Cooler Line & Fitting Sizes/Types

    Hi everyone, Looking at installing a cooler on my car when I do a transmission fluid (& filter) change. What type of fittings/lines do I need to install the cooler in-line (after the radiator cooler tank thing)? Also, how do I go about it? Do I have to cut the 'out' oil line from the radiator...
  25. D

    Ve Sv6

    He guys I’ve had my 2008 VE SV6 for about 6 months beautiful car had no issues until now :/ so whenever I’m turning slightly going around 20 kmh sometimes the engine will cut out randomly and I’ll loose power steering this has happed about 6 times in a week also the car while in a drive thru or...
  26. Fredwillows

    VE sv6 auto Differential swap

    This might sound like a stupid question, Could you put an sv6 manual Lsd on an auto? 2006 series 1 sv6 auto 5 speed Thanks
  27. C

    2011 sv6 motor knock/tap. Please help!!

    Can anyone help me diagnose this?? Brand new timing chains, new oil/filter ect. Oil pressure is all good. 2011 sv6 Series 2 commodore llt 120,000kms Is my motor f***ed!?? Someone help. The tap is quite inconsistent and on idle will go away untill it’s under revs. The car still runs like a...
  28. C

    2011 VE sv6 motor knock/tap. video attached

    Can anyone help me diagnose this?? Brand new timing chains, new oil/filter ect. Oil pressure is all good. 2011 sv6 Series 2 commodore llt 120,000kms Is my motor stuffed Someone help. The tap is quite inconsistent and on idle will go away untill it’s under revs. The car still runs like a dream...
  29. GlxBxi

    Ve sv6 knocking under load

    Hey guys, just coming down the freeway and my car just threw a code and started rattling/shaking when putting some foot into the pedal. On about 6th under 1800rpm she's sweet but when it tries harder she starts shaking again. Unsure of what the problem is, going to a mechanic to get a look at...
  30. GlxBxi

    Extractor and intake help for VE SV6 2009 SIDI

    Hey guys i'm new here, just looking for some tailored opinions on my setup. I have an Automatic 09 ve sv6 sidi with 130000km's on clock I bought an xforce 2.25" catcback exhaust (which i kind of regret because i later found out i could fit a 2.5"). But I'm looking into buying some extractors...
  31. J

    Rapid misfire/splutter noise when car is hot

    hi, recently I’ve been having a problem with my 08 sv6 where after driving for roughly an hour and a half the car will start to limit its revs (usually to 2k or 3k) and start to make a really rapid misfire/splutter kind of noise however no faults codes are coming up and when the car cools down...
  32. J

    2005 VZ sv6 slight overheating issues

    Hi guys, Firstly, the number of times I've searched a problem with my car and found a link to this forum on google top result with help has been massive over the years !! So thanks to anyone that's helped people on here, google doing its job!!! I have a vz sv6 auto, I will drive to my mums...
  33. V

    Need advise on modifying a SV6 2012 SERIES 2

    Whats the best OTR and exhaust system for a VE SV6 2012 SERIES 2 and average prices included fitting. Also would it be better to get a 3 inch custom build downpipe made from the headers to cats quoted for $1000 instead of a full dpe 2.5 exhaust system quoted at $2500.
  34. V

    Whats the best OTR and exhaust system for a VE SV6 2012 SERIES 2 and average prices included fitting

    Need help!! Otr and exhaust upgrades.
  35. D

    New Car advice

    I need advice on what car I should buy for $8000. There are three I have found. - Holden VE international 09, 80000kms, $8000 - Holden VE SV6 07, 115000kms,$7500 - Ford Falcon FG XR6 09, 140000kms, $7500 If anyone has any general advice on the positives or negatives on each car or how many kms...
  36. J

    Ve SV6 Stability control/air flow meter

    Stability control on my SV6 started random turning on and off about 6 months ago, eventually triggered the engine light which (when plugged into scan tool at Holden) showed an Air low meter issue. Air flow meter was replaced and issue went away until about 3 weeks ago. Engine scanned yesterday...
  37. A

    Holden Commodore 2009 SV6 fault codes upon fault codes

    I had missfires in my car which haunted me for the better half of a year, it would come and go all the time randomly, I had all the spark plugs replaced and got all new coil packs in the end which fixed the problem. Now, a couple of weeks after, I'm getting fault codes I've never gotten before...
  38. J

    VE SV6 2012 Fuel Economy

    Hey all, I’ve got a Series 2 VE SV6 Wagon 2012 and it’s been pretty good on economy getting about 10.8L/100km with about 70/30 city/country driving. I’ve had a look around and a few people seem to thinking a cold air intake plus extractors is the way to go to get better fuel economy and a...
  39. S

    2016 VF SV6 Sedan gearbox problems

    Hi guys quick question I have a 2016 VF SV6 3.6 Auto Just wanted to know if anyone has had any transmission problems mine who gear box has just **** it’s self at 90000k went to start it up this morning and no transmission at all has anyone else had this problem and if so how did you fix it...
  40. Maximus117

    Help with few things....

    Hey guys, new to this forum after picking up 2014 VF Commodore SV6 from pickles earlier this week. Noticed few things which I would love your expert opinion. 1. On first day, I noticed auto transmission to shudder slightly when gears going down. e.g. slowing down to stop at signals. This...
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