[VBREDParticipant S E MelbourneVK Calais View build HERE Member since: May 19, 2015 Posts: 8]

The engine bay.

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[VBREDParticipant S E MelbourneVK Calais View build HERE Member since: May 19, 2015 Posts: 8]

Some interior shots. I don’t have a current engine bay shot. Will post later.

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[VBREDParticipant S E MelbourneVK Calais View build HERE Member since: May 19, 2015 Posts: 8]

Fit your engine and box in together. Bolt up the gearbox x member and leave the engine supported by the engine crane. Fit the extractors from below and the fit up the k frame rack and steering.

I have not wired up my reverse lock out sensor. You can still select reverse with a little muscle.

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[VBREDParticipant S E MelbourneVK Calais View build HERE Member since: May 19, 2015 Posts: 8]

Mate

Looking good. I went through a similar build not so long a couple of years ago with my VK Calais. I like your rotisserie. I tipped my shell on its side on a couple of tires. Did the trick.

I used a LS1 with cable operated throttle body. One less issue.

I offer you the following advise. Before you paint set the engine up in you bay to check clearances with the alternator, extractors, steering rack and brake booster. The AC compressor will not fit in the original location.The tunnel will need a massage to accommodate the reverse lockout solenoid on the box.

I used an alloy V8 radiator and twin thermos that are advertised on eBay. The ones advertised now are a bit different. Used a ED falcon six top hose. I replaced the thermostat housing with a straight one. The original one points in the wrong direction.

I have had mine recently engineered. It has been on the road for the last few months and I am very happy with the performance and reliablity. Well worth it.

Good luck with yours.

 

[VBREDParticipant S E MelbourneVK Calais View build HERE Member since: May 19, 2015 Posts: 8]

$400 to delete VATS is a rip off. It is usually les than $100.

The VT front brake up grade and VL disc rear is very effective brake package in the first gen commodores.

[VBREDParticipant S E MelbourneVK Calais View build HERE Member since: May 19, 2015 Posts: 8]

Mate

I am watching with interest. I have almost completed a similar transplant into my VK Calais.

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