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  1. T

    Help with Coilover Install on VE commodore

    Hey guys, I am going to be installing Coilovers on my commodore next week, I am just looking for some advice on what stock parts are required when installing aftermarket coilovers, I am wondering whether the OEM bump stops are required for front and rear (the small ones that go on the shock...
  2. BigAlz

    VE O2 sensor running rich

    Hey guys, I have had my o2 sensors replaced and my car is still telling me it’s running rich. I had this running rich problem for about 3 or 4 weeks. I Have a ve 2011 Berlina Sidi 3.0L v6 It started at a red light my engine light turned on randomly and as I’m driving and press the gas till...
  3. S

    M82 wiring issues

    I recently blew up the box in my 2008 sv6 I purchased another box from a wreckers and have noticed the plug on the back is a 20 pin and the plug on the old gearbox is a 19 pin the new box bolts up to the car fine with no issues. I was wondering if I could remove the wiring harness from the blown...
  4. Z

    Contact Dealer Code

    2007 Manual VE SV6. Got a Contact dealer code on the dash that won't go away, it also disables my fuel gauge which is a fairly large inconvenience.. Tried scanning it with a basic OBD, and nothing appeared. It then randomly came up with oil pressure sensor once, so I bought a new one and...
  5. L

    08 SV6 Stutter Issues

    Hey everyone, My 2008 VE SV6 has been giving me a couple of issues recently. The main ones being that more often than not the car will start to stutter whenever I'm accelerating or braking. Occasionally it'll just flat out **** itself and start running on 5 or maybe even 4 cylinders and it...
  6. e3hsv

    Has anyone installed stanceparts air cups on their car?

    Hey how's it going. I was just wondering if anyone has installed stanceparts air cups on their car and if so what problems they had etc as I want to install them on my E3 hsv. Only just found out they where a thing but damn do they look great.
  7. Z

    V6 Manual VE hard shifting into gears

    Hey guys, Having an issue on my 2007 sv6 (aisin ay6) manual, 330k km, it won't shift into reverse, 1,2,4,5,6 when idling and first disengaging the clutch, it knocks the whole driveline and no matter how much force it won't go into gear without shifting into 3rd before any other gear. The static...
  8. L

    Heater not working

    I've installed the aerpro facia kit in my 2006 ve commodore not sure if that's contributed to the problem, but when I put the heater on it just blows cold air, the ac works fine andalso the windscreen demister, is just really annoying I can't get any heat, just wondering if anyone has...
  9. S

    VE Series 1 reversing camera

    I was investigating getting a reverse camera installed on my 2010 VE Series 1 Sportwagon. However, while looking at the best locations for mounting a camera on the tailgate, I noticed that there is already a factory camera fitted. The car has the older stereo system with the LCD display at the...
  10. C

    500HP Twin turbo LFX!

    Here's a thread on forum called "G8 Board" in the U.S which shows an LFX making just over 500rwhp: https://www.g8board.com/threads/500hp-twin-turbo-lfx.278449/ The potential on these engines haven't been realised (at least here in Australia) and could give the Barra boys something to pay...
  11. bradpenno

    Ve Coil overs vs springs and shocks

    Hi all Does anyone here have coil overs on their VE? Do you guys have an opinions? If anyone has tried SSL springs and coil overs on the same car, I’d love to hear about how they stack up against each other Cheers
  12. M

    **Help Required Please**

    Ok guys and gals hopefully this isn't too tricky for ya's but here we go... So just over 2 years ago I purchased a VE Commodore after realising the air conditioner wasn't blowing out the cold air I agreed with the salesman that I would take it to his mechanic to be re-gassed as he assured me...
  13. T

    Locating wire to turn on headlights VE

    Hello, I have a 2009 VE SV6 here Is a picture of the headlight/dimmer switch. Which wire is for the headlights to go on. there are many wires. there would be a wire for the lights going off, I am hoping to find the one for the lights going on. im adding a device which will turn on when...
  14. J

    VY to VE seats

    Posting in general due to it being two very different models, My diver side seat is for better words screwed, lady that owned it before me was.. larger and the bottom is sunk in and the backing has recently finally gave way with no way of it clipping in. Found a killer deal on market place of...
  15. B_rad2723

    VE commodore/G8 pontiac

    Can't find the answer I'm looking for so I hope someone hear can help, i got a 2010 (oct) Ve series 2 ssv wagon but can't find if the exhaust layout is the same between the pontiac G8 & the VE SS. The sedan & wagon exhausts are the same given their both 1. The same wheel bace & 2. The same...
  16. Pep998

    Ve omega 06 Ticking noise/Engine light

    Just after some advice , have a Ve commy omega 06 , ive had the Engine light come Up on the dash, got a ticking noise from the motor and sometimes when I try to start it , it will start and cut straight out or struggle to start other times it’s fine, everything else seems to be good. Any ideas...
  17. B

    Need serious help with my engine

    hi guys, i know i’ve been posting in this forum like crazy ever since i got my new secondhand engine.. it is a 3.6 alloytec.. just wanting some second opinions before i go putting it in my car. i had a look under the lower intake manifold and noticed that the valves in 5 cylinders are closed...
  18. B

    Timing chain question

    Hi all, hoping someone can give me a second opinion I am getting a secondhand engine on my 08 SV6 due to the timing chain being shot in my current engine ($900 for a secondhand one with warranty sounds better than $2000 + for a new timing chain) and I am wondering what your guys opinion is on...
  19. Y

    2011 be commodore immobiliser on dash

    Can someone tell me how to get rid of the immune sign ony dash the car still status amd drives fine,please help
  20. K

    Ve e3 bumper on a sv6?

    Has anyone put a ve e3 clubsport bumper on sv6 series 1, I understand you also need the bonnet too match, but how would you get the daytime running lights to work, and does the bumper actually fit?
  21. T

    Ecotec Vs Alloytec SIDI

    Hi there fellas, I am in the market for a new rig and am looking for a 6. I am wondering what your thoughts and opinions are on these engines and what I should get. My mate has an SV6 SIDI Ute and it has a nice amount of power. I have heard people have had problems with the earlier Alloytecs...
  22. J

    P's mods

    So I have a 2010 VE sv6 (series 2) I'm a apprentice mechanic at a performance shop so I know what I'm doing under the bonnet but my question is what should I do whilst on my P's to have a tough lil 6 banger and "try" still be legal. I don't mind dropping good amounts of cash on it so I'm...
  23. H

    [NSW] SuperPro VE Commodore Bump Stop Kit for Lowered Vehicles (Part Number SPF2883K)

    ITEM: SuperPro VE Commodore Bump Stop Kit for Lowered Vehicles (Part Number SPF2883K) LOCATION: Located Queanbeyan (Right on NSW/ACT Border) CONDITION: New in packet PRICE: Selling for what i paid - $175 or near offer DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: Pick up or post at buyers expense...
  24. T

    wagon tail light swap

    Hey guys I have a ve wagon and noticed the other day that the vf wagon tail lights are slightly tinted, is it possible to switch the tail lights?Are they the same?
  25. S

    Timing Chain Issue VE Commodore 2006 HELP PLEASE

    My 2006 Commodore has been checked out by my mate who is a mechanic at a Toyota Workshop. My engine warning light has been on for a few weeks and the error message indicated i needed to replace Cam Sensors which i had done. A week later the light came back on and after getting online and my...
  26. BigBoss

    Reprogramming S1 Clusters?

    Hey All, just wondering if all S1 clusters are interchangeable with the help of a tech 2? Or is the white back vs black back still an issue? Cheers
  27. J

    installing splits and an amp into a ve sv6 with little experince.. bad idea??

    i have a sub and amp installed but got it dont professionally for $170. got quoted $190 or $400 for installing splits and an amp, not sure what they smoked to give such different prices are VEs really that difficult to work with if have all the high and low converters? mate has experience...
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