[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Looks heaps better with the factory stickers on it. Good work.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

When mine first came back from being resprayed.

 

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Could you run a stretch belt?

Some newer cars run a Elastic/Stretch belt, no tensioner on them. There is a tool to install them but may be an option if one exists. If you know what size you need I can have a look but not sure if I have seen a 6PK belt in stretch design only 5PK from memory. But I could be wrong.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Love the look of it mate, nice work. I agree with the others, keep the Aussie V8 in it. Especially the 253, they are a great motor and always get told that they gave the 308’s a run for their money too. My dad has a HQ but just a 6cyl, so I have a soft spot for them.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Love the look of a Stato dash. One thing I wouldn’t mind doing one day. They look so much better than the Commodore one.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Replaced my dads VE with a Century standard replacement and hasn’t missed a beat. But most batteries these days are good, only thing different may be CCA and warranty periods.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Nice VX mate. Not a fan of the scoop but the rest of the car looks good.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Spare Parts Sales/2IC at Burson. Wanted to be a Mechanic or Electrician when I was at school. Pretty happy where I have landed though. Wasn’t one to get good grades in school, although Tech studies was always one subject I did well in.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/LS-SERIES-PWR-STEERING-DELETE-KIT-/171699355765?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item27fa144075

You can get power steering delete kits. This looks like a second hand one, in Adelaide too.

 

Brand new from Castlemaine.

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/LS1-POWER-STEERING-BLOCK-OFF-PULLEY-HOLDEN-VP-VR-VS-HILUX-RODEO-CONVERSION-/151459411601?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_15&hash=item2343af3691

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[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

One can only hope. Although they state that the next Commodore will be FWD, but nothing has been confirmed.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Clean looking VH mate. Nice colour too.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Looks like a very neat car to start with. Good luck with it.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

The ULX stuff is the best stuff for E85, doesn’t go milky like others do. My mate uses it in his drift car and when it gets moved in and out the workshop everyday it doesn’t go milky like others have.

I have seen redline gear oil used in a RB25 gearbox (light weight shockproof) and when pulled a part it stuck to everything inside it. It has even made them better shifting. So the redline gear is pretty good just pricey. Royal Purple is also good but never used it.

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[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Nice Calais, even has the factory alloys too. They will come up great with a polish.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

That engine bay looks awesome, the VS SS utes look good too.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Try to put [ I M G ] at the start (no spaces)

And [\IMG} at the end with the photo address in between.

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[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Love the Wagon. It will look good on bags.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Another VN SS. They are filling this forum fast, lol. Not that there is anything wrong with that. Look forward to following the build of this.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

The EJ looks like a great little project. The GTS was one awesome looking car.

[NickVRParticipant AdelaideVR V8 Exec, VR SS, VF Redline Reserve View build HERE Member since: March 2, 2015 Posts: 264]

Looks good for a daily/work hack. The blower will be a nice addition.

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