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  1. wpr

    LX8 Questions

    Hi, you need to keep an eye on tyre wear, balance, alignment and rotation. The AWD system on these tend to prematurely wear out the tyres. There are some parts that are the same as a standard wagon, cargo barrier, rear blind etc. They're great for towing but love calling into fuel stations to...
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    Bad fitting replacement sunroof

    Hi, I have just had my replacement sunroof fitted on Monday by Schofields of Auckland, the rear of my sunroof sits flush with the roofline while the front is raised slightly by about 3mm with the new seals. I have noticed no adverse effects yet like leaks and such but will keep an eye on it.
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    Automatic Transmission Services

    Hi, I have owned my car for the last 40,000 km, with a total mileage of 80,000 km and have just had a transmission flush done. Gear changes are noticeably smoother since the service. I had not experienced any problems with my transmission before hand. Before the service my transmission fluid was...
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    Maf tune vs Mafless tune

    LS1 Edit Hi, you might also like to try Torque Performance out in Avondale or Eastern Automotive in East Tamaki. Ebbetts in Hamilton are also agents for PWR Performance products as well as Tom Walkinshaw Racing. It all depends on the $$ you can afford to spend.
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    2001 VX SS - Anything I Should Know

    Camber Kit You may also want to check that it has a rear camber kit fitted to save on inner tyre wear. A known issue in this model,this problem was meant to have been fixed in VX Series II model in 2002.
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    Boot Leak - Need Advice

    Hi, also check the seals around the rear lights.
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    VY Airshocks on VX Calais?

    Hi all, I'm wanting to do some towing and find my standard suspension too soft, just wanting to know if a pair of monroe rear airshocks off a VY Ute will fit my VX Calais to stop it bottoming out. Would adjustable shocks be a better option. Thanks.:wave:
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    vx dash bin won't stay closed

    Hi, the broken clip you need to replace is the same as the clip that holds the cup holder closed. Easy enough to replace yourself. Just follow this thread on the removal of the centre console. http://forums.justcommodores.com.au/showthread.php?t=4499 Hope this helps.
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    VX Car Bra

    Yes have had similar damage occur to my acrylic light guards that I left on when I fitted my car-bra. But I left my car-bra on for about a week as I was in constant dusty conditions as well as the odd downpour. Kept adjusting car-bra to keep number plate visible, damage to lights guards could...
  10. wpr

    Just a few things

    Yes, stabiliser bar. Good luck.
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    Just a few things

    Hi, a common fault on the VS's are the front sway bar linkages coming loose or snapping also check that the bolts that hold your front brake calipers are secure. I had both these problems when I had my VS.
  12. wpr

    Right Fog light Extinguished

    Hi, have you checked that the connector on the back of the bulb is secure and pushed all the way on? Any chance it might be the bulb blown this time.
  13. wpr

    Car Bra/Mask fitting and maintenance

    Hi all, I know they're really ugly but I'm wanting to get a car bra/mask (to save my paint) for my VX. Does anyone have one fitted and does it damage the paint at all. Would you recommend it? Any other issues? Thanks in advance.
  14. wpr

    Express Up Windws

    Sedan, 5.7 V8.
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    Express Up Windws

    Express down only My VXI has express down only, should be same in VXII, no express up, safety feature so kids don't get crushed accidently.
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    [VT-VX] How to install a chrome shifter button in your VT/VX

    Big help Hi Julie, thanks to your removal guide for selector surround I was able to install new spring into the small compartment door above the lighter. Schofields Holden in Auckland quoted $120 for labour and parts to fix this tiny spring. I got the part for $23 and saved heaps. Thanks...
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    Instant fuel read out 80 ltrs/100 km

    Scary stuff, floored go pedal to get into courtious Auckland traffic flow that slowed to let me out (NOT). Instant fuel usage on trip computer read 80 litres per 100 km. Currently $1:18.9 ULP & $1:23.9 PULP at the pumps in Auckland N.Z.
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    Door Lock Handle: how to remove?

    Removal of door lock button Hi, you need a small screw driver, see the bright orange plastic tab when the door lock button is up, you need to gently prise it out by placing the tip of the screw driver to the side and levering it out. (be careful it only comes part-way off) lift the lock button...
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    Gremlins In Airconditioning VS

    Thanks Guy, will check it out. Regards wpr.
  20. wpr

    Noisey Manifold

    Hi guys, here's an update on my manifold problem, noise is definately from the exhaust manifold, rear left cylinder area, gave the exhaust pipe a good shake and nothing was loose, will probably take it to an exhaust speacialist after Easter for a quote on parts and labour then sort things out...
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    Vy Ssx

    And heres another pic SSX regards wpr
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    Vy Ssx

    Hi Guy's, I've got another pic of the SSX. regards wpr
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    Noisey Manifold

    Hi Troy & markovr, I'm unsure on how to tell the difference, maybe the exhaust, similar noise and location to markovr VR, rear left side of engine up around flange area. On a quick inspection I can't see any cracks yet. I'll need to have a really good look this weekend. Thanks for the feed...
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    Noisey Manifold

    Hi, my VS 3.8 is starting to get noisey around the manifold area on the left hand side. I'm pretty sure it's the manifold gasket on it's way out. How hard is this to replace. Has anyone repaired one at home or is this a workshop job. Any advice welcome. Thanks, wpr.
  25. wpr

    Gremlins In Airconditioning VS

    Hi Guy, I have a VS Calais Series II, 3.8, the problem is with my climate control air conditioning, when I'm travelling up a hill or even a slight incline my airflow will change from the airflow going on the face area to being directed onto my feet, as soon as the road levels out the airflow...
  26. wpr

    Whats Your A/s/l

    I drive a stock VS Calais Series II with ECOTEC 3.8 V6. My best fuel usage is 9.5L/100km from Auck-Whakatane.(as per trip computer)
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    Whats Your A/s/l

    42/M/Auckland, NZ. C'mon the Blues!
  28. wpr

    Noisy Doors....

    G'Day If your not doing much driving on dusty roads try spraying the rubbers with Silicone spray, might do the trick, if not your rubbers will be nice and shiny. Just a thought. regards wpr
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    Getting Drivers Window Back Onto Its Lifters

    Hi Seedyrom, I've just put a second hand (drivers door) window regulator in my VS Calais, I have three white plastic tabs on mine, two under the actual window pane (sliding in channels attached to the window pane) with one sliding freely in a removable bracket about halfway up inside the door...
  30. wpr

    Km's

    97 VS Calais V6, 130,000 km good gas mileage on open road.
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