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Hey guys I’ve got a VZ 2004 v6 I’m looking at second hand motor and gear box that come out of VZ v6 2005 will it fit in my VZ

Hey guys, first time posting here. I got myself a vz one tonner S recently and I want to look at my options for engine conversions down the line. It's currently just the stock alloytech and 4speed auto but it's got 320,000km on it so I don't plan on trying to get over a year with it. I also...

Hi all. I have a 2004 VZ Berlina and it has a climate control centre dash with the flip lid bun compartment. Problem is I’ve purchased the binnacle gauges to replace the blank plate at top centre of dashboard and the gauge cluster does not work with the flip lid set up. I need the non climate...

Hey guys. Anyone know what wires I need to cut on the ecu plugs to connect a small diode piece from jay car so the car revs limiter while doing a burnout?? Thanks.

Hi all, Im wondering if anyone out there can help me out. Im wanting to put a v6 ecotec in my vz. Its not road going so emission standards don't matter, I will be running it with a T5 trans also. So what is required to do the conversion for the engine? Will the ecotec bolt straight into the...

Hi all. I'm a long time viewer, but this is my first post. I'm currently in the process of swapping the boat-anchor Alloytec with an LS1 from a VZ SS Crewman, in a VZ One Tonner I purchased recently. The ute is now starting, running, driving and stopping, with everything conversion-related all...

Hi just wondering I have an unregistered manual sv6 Wondering how love can I go for springs to get a rwc and to be checked off by Vic roads is fe2 the lowest?

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...

Hi guys! Got an issue here. My hand brake doesn't work when i lift up the hand brake and my dash doesn't show as well. What's the issue behind it? Cheers to any suggestions or answers.

Hey all I have a custom exhaust made for a vz Ute I’m also looking to buy a vs siii statesman I know statesman’s are long wheelbase but are they compatible with that gen of exhaust Looks to be a very similar shape at a glance

Hey guys just wondering if someone can help? I have a 04 vz commodore, last week it wouldnt start wouldnt even try turn over bit of help from youtube and i got it going, yesterday its done the same thing but my youtube trick didnt help, it wont even try turn just has dash lights come up tells...

Hello fellow commie. I have an 04 vz. Had a problem with the electronics. So, at first was preparing to drive to work and as soon I started my car and hit the transmission to drive and the accelerator. I lost all my electronics such as the dash, headlights and my brake system is still locked...

Hello everyone, I have a 2004 VZ wagon with about 297k on the clock, and it has a loud knock when I turn the car on, and when I turn it off, but not while I'm driving/idling. I noticed the knock to be worse when the car was warmed up and not as noticible when cold. I've been told it could be...

Sorry if anyone has posted this same topic in the past, I have a VZ commodore the drivers seat is old and falling a part. The other day the back of the seat came off exposing a crack white plastic on the seat frame (see picture) does anyone know what this part is called or even better the part...

Last Thursday I went into my car to go to work and it would start. The engine would turn but wouldn’t start. I thought it was the battery because the boot was left open but RACV came out, did a battery test and all was fine, he said the key was the issue. After getting a new key programmed the...

Bought a '04 vz acclaim that needed some work. It has a fuel gauge error and it won't start. I have a way to get around it but I need it fixed so I can register the car. I've already installed a new fuel pump assembly and replaced the entire computer including the ecu and bcm but it still came...

Need help. Recently been hearing a whining noise coming from the car. Only happens when the car is coasting/idling, and sounds like a vacuum cleaner. Noise stops when under power, and starts back up after coming off the accelerator. Also seems to stop when the cooloing fans turn on. Had a quick...

Vz Ls1 stuck in safety mode. No throttle. Need to test tps then pedal. Any quick tests for tps or pedal sensor? Also any places in NZ that sell used ls1 commy parts need cheaper option than Holden. Any advice would be appreciated. Cheers. Bathurst Weekend coming up!!! Can't wait.

Hi everyone I was just wondering if anyone knows how I can disable the torque management on the ecu? No I don't want to do this for skids I want to do it cause I like to open it up on the highway a little and it just feels gutless, and can only think that it's the torque management being a pain...

I have a slight leak in my radiator that only leaks when it is driven, so I'm gathering it's only a pin hole in the radiator that pushes coolant out with the pressure build up. It's not a large leak, only enough for it to slightly leak on the radiator, and smell once the car is switched off, I...

Where's the best place to feed a vacuum line through the firewall? I've bought a mechanical vacuum gauge and need a feed from the engine to the gauge. Some youtube searches have shown the best place to tap in for the reading, but I haven't been able to find where I can feed it through into the...

Hey guys, I’ve just finished converting my VZ Calais from V6 to V8, and it now has a miss on cylinders 2&3 under acceleration. Dash loom, engine loom, bcm, pcm, pim all replaced. Plugs, leads and coils have been changed, injectors have been checked. Happens around 1400RPM then smooths out...

Hey guys, cheers for any help, and sorry if I've posted this in the wrong thread, I'm not new to just commodores, but I'm a first-time poster! :) Here's the go - my VZ SV6 has recently been having battery troubles, the car seemed to run completely fine until I installed the aftermarket head...

Has just recently started happening the last week. Indicators flash alternatively between the Driver and Passenger side when locked with key fob, approximately 16 flashes on drivers side and 16 flashes on passenger side and cycles thru x 3 times and stops. Happens 85% of the time when locked...

Hello everyone! Recently got into a crash in my VZ wagon breaking all wires within the car and leaving a mean whole in the drivers side wheel well. After being repaired for damages and running. Here is whats happening. 1. Car started up beautifully. No problems at all (fresh coolant and gas...

I haven't been able to find a thread on this, and some info websites can be a bit cryptic. Want to build a stronger transmission for the wagon (vz exec), as I want to eventually boost it. I've looked at 3 transmissions so far, the 6l80e, the 4l80e and the 4l60e. From what I can decipher, the...

Hi guys im having an issue with the aircon its only coming out foot well vents and demister window vent. When i change aircon vent position you can hear the vacum noise when turning selector. I also checked the vacum line in engine bay that comes in through the firewall its still connected...

Tried to change the dashlights over last night, but when I tried to take the lcd display off, it broke. Was looking at getting a secondhand dash and switxhing the display screens and was wondering could a Vy lcd fit? From what I can tell the only difference in the two is the wiring harness.

HI all, has anyone else had issues with their headers rubbing on the power steering return line? I am onto my third setup in 4 weeks. My latest setup doesn't fit either unfortunately. I am running Coby Headers and they rub on the hose. Under load with a couple of hard gear changes seems to be...

Sorry if there's already a thread on this, but I haven't been able to find one. Just bought a VZ Exec. wagon (175kw), and was wanting to up the power a bit. Unfortunatley, due to the missus being in her P's, I'm limited as to what I can do (have to keep it 130kw/t). One idea I've been playing...

Hey guys.... I'm new here and one hell of a warrior woman but when it comes to cars I have no idea and I'm worried about being taken for a ride by my mechanic as we are both well aware.....I have no idea about cars!! I have an 04 acclaim...was my mother's before me, always serviced looked after...

Hi all, I have the opporutnity to purchase a written off VY commodore (t-boned) that has had a manual conversion. I have a VZ executive and was wondering if I bought it, could I swap the gearbox in it to the manual form the VY, or, because it's an Ecotec motor, are they different...

I have a 2004 vz and the passenger rear electric window doesnt work ,I believe it has come off the slides as i can put it up manually but gradually slides back down, can anyone help with with links of tutorials or advive on how to fix it as i cant afford to take it to someone and have them...

HI RECENTLY IVE BEEN HAVING A CPL ISSUES WITH MY VZ AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY CUZ THE CAR WOILDNT START SO I BOUGHT A NEW BATTERY ALL SEEMED OK UNTILL ONE DAY I TURNED THE KEY AND IT JUST KEPT MAKING A clicking sound I eventually had to get a jump start to start the car I...

Hi Guys, I own a 2004 vz calais and have been running stockies for two years, i am looking for a new set of rims for the ride and have my eye on the 20" supersports and the 19" ssv's I require some assistance with the selection as i really want to run supersports but by the sounds of things...

Hi everyone, here’s my story, need a serious help! Yesterday I was planning have a road trip to Port Stephen, but there's suddenly “check oil” warning on dash while I was driving on highway, I decided to take the next exit to check what happening. Then the engine start to make a noise like a...

hey guys, title says it all! unfortunately my 2004 VZ will need this costly repair done. I've done a little research and cant seem to find a mechanics website that specializes in replacing timing chains that aren't based in VIC or the Gold Coast. can anyone point me in the right directions?

I recently changed the door on my vz, I had it running while I was putting everything back in its spot and after I plugged the power mirror wire in to the mirror control and pushed it into the door, it turned itself of and now it wont turn over, just need some ideas on what it could be.

I recently bought a brand new set of front and rear brake pads and rotors. I bought the Bendix Ultimate pads that come in a purple box and when you brake they squeal as if there's heaps of brake dust. Any idea why?

I have a VY Calais 3.8L Stock Supercharged and the motor makes a squeaking noise when the cold. It sounded like one of the pulleys was loose so I just had all 6 pulleys changed but it's still making the same noise and I can't figure out why. Prior to changing them I spoke to 3 mechanics who all...