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    Buying a VZ

    Over the last 12 months Im pretty sure ive seen the standard VZ utes with air cond going for $23888 or $24888 brand new in Sydney. Sometimes Holden had a special with free on roads (excluding dealer delivery) ............ or if the local dealer had a bit of a special on they were a good buy...
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    UHF Mounting / Install

    I got mine from Andrews Communications in Greystanes, Sydney. They have a web site but probably dont have every model antenna on their site. They also have a small range of 2nd hand gear. Before you buy a Uniden remote head, at least have a look at the GME range and compare prices. The GME...
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    UHF Mounting / Install

    EDIT 10.10.07 - removed some of the photos so the whole world doesnt know what my car looks like as its too easily identifyable ! PM me if you want links to the pics :) In terms of UHF CB. Uniden and I think GME make radios with remote heads, these are HEAPS easier to install as space is...
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    Biggest Battery for VZ

    OK, i did some research on the 'net and found that these batteries with "calcium" do handle a higher charge voltage better we they gas less and have less water loss = longer life basically. They also self discharge slower meaning less flat batteries on imported cars coming off ships they claim...
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    Biggest Battery for VZ

    Thats a VERY INTERESTING COMMENT you make Ronald. Thankyou for raising it. I think I might investigate (google) futher over the weekend. I have always wondered why they use the different materials. Id be dissapointed if I have to take my new battery out and go back down to the standard size...
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    Biggest Battery for VZ

    Hi Guys Ive just fitted a new battery to my V6 ute and thought id post up what I found to help others. (sorry for the long post, I'll explain my process) I was running the original battery for 2 1/2 years and 50K's with no problems but i normally replace my batteries every 2-3 years to err on...
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    VZ SS ute

    This info may help a little. Ive got a fully standard VZ Storm (basically a V6 S Pack) with the factory 1600kg tow pack. My March 2005 Holden Ute brochure says the ground clearance on the S is 115cm and the SS 105mm (so it sits approx 10mm lower all around I would assume) The top of my...
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    New Tyres on SV6

    KayM@rt in Sydney has them for $319 currently, so i figured that i did ok :thumbsup: I didnt want to go thru what you did and get something cheaper... and then end up unhappy. It might have been a $800 mistake if id bought $200 tyres that i didnt like. Good that your mate runs the shop coz...
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    New Tyres on SV6

    I know this is a old thread .... i knew it was here somewhere so I thought id dig it out and add to it. I just got new tyres fitted. I ended up going for the original Bridgestone RE030s in 235/45R17 $284 each fitted and balanced including disposal of the old tyres at a Bridgestone Tyre...
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    Boot Struts Failed already!!!!

    Do you have a aftermarket spoiler ? They make the boot heavier and the standard struts will probably die sooner. This happened in my dads VS and he replaced them with SS struts that are meant to be designed for the extra weight. cheers Rod
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    Installing Oil Pressure and Volt Guages.....Anyone know how ?????

    To get thru the fire wall, mine had a whole 20-25mm spare grommet. If you look on left hand side, up behind the glove box. And then look underneath the horn in the engine bay, you should see it. Its just a black round gromment. You might need to take the glove box out to help.
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    vz ute traction problems

    Maybe you need to stop dropping the clutch ? I assume you have a LSD in yours. They are meant to have proper LSD diff oil in them (which i assume the factory would automatically do) and also a friction modifier additive/compound as far as i know. It basically lets it slip a little to stop...
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    SV6 and Towing a Car

    There is a thing called GCM - gross combination mass The combined weight of the car, its occupants and trailer cannot exceed a certain figure. So you probably cannot tow 2000kg and have 5 persons and luggage in the car. Not sure on the exact figure for a SV6, should be in the manual or...
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    SV6 and Towing a Car

    I tow a 1500kg boat with my 175kw VZ ute. The factory clutch isnt really the best, but does the job. Just becuase you dont have a boat ramp to contend with, you still have hill starts at traffic lights etc to worry about. A few trips a year wont wear out the clutch. Just try and reduce the...
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    What did you pay for your Service?

    Mate All i can say is i read your reply. Im entitled to support my "local bloke" and im happy to give him the thumbs up. I dont think i have slagged any holden dealerships? No need to get excited about it. cheers Rod
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    VZ S Ute - What to expect?

    cheers guys Mine loosened up nicely around 7-8KM's
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    VZ S Ute - What to expect?

    Sorry for pulling out a old thread ... i was just doing a search and found this Whats people thoughts now? Every one has done a few more Km's since last year. Ive got a April 05 Storm M6 with 26000kms Ive had no issues. My fuel gauge has been great since day one. In the country 8-9L...
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    VZ SV6 tyres

    I agree 100% mate. Im very impressed they are so good for a OEM tyre. I was expecting some cheapies ! I'll SERIOUSLY consider putting them on again when the time comes. I know they are expensive, but id kick myself if i got the Dunlop 3000's to save a few dollars and then end up hating them
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    VZ SV6 tyres

    Gday Tom Your 1 st post ? Welcome to the site. Ive got a April 05 VZ ute with the same rubber on it. Ive done around 26K and im very happy with the tyres so far. I have heard that they are expensive. Some other forums have spoken very highly of the Dunlop SP3000A .... i think thats what...
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    VZ Binnacle Loom

    If anyone here looks on the LS1 forums site there is a LOT of discussion about the gauges. Apparenttly its not as easy or as cheap as it sounds.
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    What did you pay for your Service?

    UPDATE Ive just done my in-between 22500km service (im actually at 23K so i was a bit late as i was on hols) I used my local trusted mechanic as follows: Labour $112.50 + gst Grease & oil change, check this, check that, check brakes, replace air filter, change clutch fliud, rotate...
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    Dash Warning: "Service Engine Oil" - Anyone else had it?

    That sounds like the normal "service" reminder with a picture of a spanner ? The "service engine oil" is a different message that has a graphic of a oil can (from memory)
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    Oil for my Alloytec??

    ive got the 175kw ive been using the local holden dealer and my local mechanical workshop Holden are using Castrol Magnetic. I think is 10/30 and its a slightly different grade to what you get at Kmart etc The local guy is using Havoline Plus 10/30 Like the others said, dont go fully...
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    What did you pay for your Service?

    Holden would re-gas the air con if it needed it and charge you a bucket i would think. (and hopefully ring for approval from the owner b4 doing it) Its not covered in the normal service charge.
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    Tonneau Cover

    I just found this Its second hand http://cgi.ebay.com.au/GENUINE-HOLDEN-T0NNEAU-COVER-VU-VZ-STORM-UTE_W0QQitemZ4607653570QQcategoryZ102358QQcmdZViewItem
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    Tonneau Cover

    My April 05 build Storm does not have any logos or "lion" on it. Its plain black. Other VZ Storms i have seen also have the standard black cover. I think the VY Storms have the logo. I looked at a VY Storm in HotHouse Green (or it might have been that lime yellow) and it had a Holden Lion...
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    What did you pay for your Service?

    SS16 i hear you loud and clear !!!! I think that a local regular mechanic is the way to go .... cheaper and you know they do a honest job on your car. Id like to take it to my local mechanic, but under warranty i dont want to have any dramas. I know that any "qualified" mechanic can stamp...
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    VZ Fuel Gauge Problem

    Id be interested to see their answer to this. Ive put 58L in mine before ....but my motor was still running
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    Missing Bolt

    Im pretty sure that mine is missing too. It doesnt seem to have any function so i just ignored it
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    VZ Fuel Gauge Problem

    I can go 30-70km before it moves from full. Id say as long as your stays constant and you are happy about the way it works after 180km just live with it ...... incase they make it worse :thumbsup:
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    HBD Brakes

    Some insuance companies may charge extra if you say you have upgraded brakes. They should give a discount if you have more powerful brakes !!!! but i think they assume you are a enthusastic driver and are thus a higher risk? I asked my dealer about a upgrade when i bought mine and he...
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    premium unleaded

    I run premium 90% of the time. Mine seems to like BP Ultimate 98 the most. I experimented with the new Shell 100 from Surfers to Sydney and then 5 more tanks around town and it doesnt seem any better. Only a Dyno can give the true advantages ! Sometime i reckon its all in the mind. Do i...
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    VZ Fuel Gauge Problem

    I dont think that they can fix the up hill and down hill issue. My ute has that problem too. I get a low fuel warning (on flat ground) after using about 48L from the so called 70L tank. One time i was driving nice and steady thru the suburbs and it was showing less than 20Km to empty and i...
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    Running cables in VZ ute (cabin to rear tray)

    Thanks mate another forum also gave me a "might" in the same area..... so 2 mites sound good!
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    Running cables in VZ ute (cabin to rear tray)

    hmmmmm someone ran into the back of me yesterday, so this is now a low priority until the rear end is fixed grr grrr :mad:
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    Dash Warning: "Service Engine Oil" - Anyone else had it?

    Id be worried about that. I assume that you had a oil change done at 15000km. You shouldn't use that much oil in a new car over 10K kms. (i dunno what consumption Holden considers normal thou) Unless you checked it on a uneven surface, the last mechanic didnt fill it enough or didnt let it...
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    Rear diff/axle noise

    Bugger you arent nearer to me, i would have loaned you a wheel. Ive got a spare 15" steely in the gararge that i take with me on long trips as a second spare. Only $40 from the wreckers is great piece of mind. Put a message up on the general page asking for urgent help with a loan of a wheel...
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    VZ Roof Console Installation - S Pack Ute

    Yeh mate done. See your PM You need to be a member on that particular forum to access that page. I think that some of the photos have stopped working as its a couple of months old. Are we allowed to publically post links to other commodore forums here? I might have to read the rules !!!! :p
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    Running cables in VZ ute (cabin to rear tray)

    Guys Ive got a VZ ute (not a one tonner) Is there any easy way to run cables from the back of the cabin to the tray? (or out near the towbar) I want to get 2 or 3 cables about 5mm dia each down to the towbar. Im happy to run them loose inside the tray or if there are channels behind those...
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    VZ Roof Console Installation - S Pack Ute

    Nick i sent you a PM with the details of another forum that discussed consoles in a VY SS ute Rod
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