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  1. ashzv6

    injector confusion

    hi, thanks for the reply, yeah it ran fine till these really cold winter mornings it wants to stall for the first minute. the only reason i went to vt injectors is cause when i was replacing the inlet gaskets one of the injector plastic covers broke. also it feels asthough its lacking...
  2. ashzv6

    injector confusion

    hi, ive tried researching but had trouble finding exactly what i wanto know, so i understand theres 3 or more types of injector used from vn1-vy for the na ecotec. i have fitted vt injectors to my car, it has idled smoother but lacks the power it should have up top, also on some cold...
  3. ashzv6

    amp wire on manual

    hi, ive tried searching but cant find any info, i used to have the 4 guage amp wire running through the grommit for the clutch cable but did a manual conversion last week and now need to find a new location, i dont really wanto drill a hole in the firewall, i was wondering is there any...
  4. ashzv6

    VS Commodore door on VS statesman/caprice?

    are back dooors same as wagon? look similar
  5. ashzv6

    ideas/ opinions for my vs ute

    hi mate, the front parkers t10 wedgeglobes im 99% sure, i recon dont get altezzas or clear, get standard or smoked standard tail lights. and if your heaters not working well first id check for coolants full if not maybe a stuck thermostat?
  6. ashzv6

    vr dash loom removal

    yeah its virtually impossible without, I have heard of guys disconnecting wiring connectors and pulling the wiring through but I would say its much easier to remove the dashpad. just be extra careful and take your time
  7. ashzv6

    VR 1994 UTE 5sp

    could even be the bcm fuse if no powers getting to the ecu
  8. ashzv6

    engine conversion

    I say do it, may need to get another car maybe on gas for a daily and expect big delays and hassles. check out xxx a project car on the sc forum. alloytec turbo. in a vp. nice run a 190 with a t56 would be awesome and mad custom too
  9. ashzv6

    vlt/ vn v8 brake setups

    thanks for the replys guys, great info there. have considered the vt conversion but have it on a vs and wanto keep the car 100% rwc for a daily driver. plans anyway are the vs front calipers same as vn v8 vp vr v6 vlt? thanks
  10. ashzv6

    vlt/ vn v8 brake setups

    hi, thanks for the replys guys. i will be getting the 1" master, bigger booster, now i need to confirm the calipers and maybe able to get them off a vp vr vs at wreckers. thanks guys
  11. ashzv6

    vlt/ vn v8 brake setups

    Hi, Iam wondering the exact differences between vlt /v8 and v6 braking systems. I know the master cyl is bigger 1" and the booster is bigger, twin diagphram Is it correct the discs on the v6 are 270mm and vl t and 5l vn are 280mm? So i need different calipers aswell, vlt v8 5l? I...
  12. ashzv6

    vs flywheel balancing

    hi, thanks for the replys guys. Anyone know anywhere in melb south/southeast to get it balanced? will definetly be getting it balanced even if I have to catch the train to the shop for balancing lol.
  13. ashzv6

    vs flywheel balancing

    hi, so im doing a manual conversion on a vs v6 ecotec very soon, Can get a vp v6 flywheel, am aware they are balanced differently. Is it essential to get the flywheel balanced to the driveplate? or can i get away without? thanks guys
  14. ashzv6

    VS V6 serpentine belt keeps slipping?

    check the belt tension with your thumb, i am having a similar issue, replaced thensior assembly and pulleys and it still squeled now it comes and goes but is bearable, im thinking either waterpemp pully/bearing and alt. My belt isnt moving away from the balancer like you say.
  15. ashzv6

    VS Caprice castor rod bushes

    front rear or both? could be expensive if they are fitting peice into the front. may take some time, I think it took me hours to carve them out once, minimal tools in a driveway. 2 peice are alot easier to fit into the front like nolathane, ive also fitted 1 peice superpro into the front...
  16. ashzv6

    vs v6 ecotec t5 exhaust manifolds

    ThanKs for the replys guys, need flywheel and bolts still, tried wreckers wanted 200 for a vp 8 bolt may be my only option. got a crappy plastic clutch aligning tool was rediculisly expensive for how crap it is, gonna get spigot bush from holden and new clutch kit with bearing actually...
  17. ashzv6

    vs v6 ecotec t5 exhaust manifolds

    Hi, I am in the process of collecting all the parts I need for the manual conversion, Have gearbox, tailshaft, starter motor and shim, clutch cable vs v6 man t5 ecu, t5 wiring loom, shift plate, boot, console peice and pedal box. Still need 8 bolt flywheel and clutch kit with bolts...
  18. ashzv6

    vt fanbelt different to vs

    Hi, I have a vs v6 ecotec executive with a vt v6 engine. It has the vt pullys the smaller idler/s and unsure on belt? but its squeling very bad. Is the ac compressor in a vt different? like different offset? Can I refit the vs pully kit to the vt brackets? And just run the vs belt...
  19. ashzv6

    v6 ignition module

    hi car has been hard to start and cutting out, I got a error code 49 or something, cam or crank signal, I beleive it may be the ignition module as it uses both sensors, and its a hell of alot easier to replace than the crank angle, So i will try the module and msd coils/ lmsd eads/ ngk...
  20. ashzv6

    vs irs king spring low/sport low

    Hi, Im just wondering what is the difference between vs v6 irs king springs in low and sports low? this is from the king spring low catalogue not super/ultra low thanks
  21. ashzv6

    where to get vl manual rack?

    Hi guys, Im after a manual vl steering rack, and intermediate shaft, to go in a vn. Have tried wreckers but cant find 1 anywhere, if any1 knows or has any suggestions it would bu much appreciated. Or if any1 has 1 to sell. thanks
  22. ashzv6

    boost obsession turbo manifold

    Hi, Ive seen many brands of off the shelf turbo manifolds and even more are showing up now, Im wondering has anyone heard of or had any experience with boost obsession turbo manifolds? my main reason to chose this product over others is the fact they do a vs ecotec v6 turbo manifold (some...
  23. ashzv6

    head gasket or intake manifold gasket? how to tell? bit of assistance

    hi mate, also if there isa coolant leak somewhere, internal or external, the overflow wont be able to draw in coolant from the resorvoir.
  24. ashzv6

    catch can for boost

    hi, I am wondering what everyone is doing for a catch can setup on turbo buick/ ecotecs? Obviously not cranking boost into the sump. but blocking the pcv valve and rerouting it back to be burned? and how is the sump breathing? im confused by the setups i've seen.
  25. ashzv6

    K&N Oil Filter (HP-2001) fit VS???

    hi, not neccesarily. I found the ecotec engine oil filter mount sits lower than vn vp vr and causes the 2001 to hit the k frame being longer than a z154.
  26. ashzv6

    K&N Oil Filter (HP-2001) fit VS???

    hi, I find this quite interesting as I put a k&n hp 2001 for my vs not knowin, Had to replace a sagged engine mount just to fit it! when it came off 10,000 later you could see white paint missing where it had been knocking on the k frame, too long! definetly not the right part. lol
  27. ashzv6

    BCM problem!!!! VS v6 Red security light NOT Flashing AT ALL

    hi mate, I had the same problem mate, was the fuel pump fuse under the bonnit, powers the bcm. disconnected it from the tank and fuse didn't pop again. was a short inside the tank, I ran my car on straight gas from then on. just made sure I never ran out.
  28. ashzv6

    RB30 versus V6 rivalry.

    I opened this thread expecting to see a v6 buick or ecotec running a quick time like a vl 9sec? shattered I still firmly beleive the v6 turbo is the new vl
  29. ashzv6

    converting to abs

    hi mate. abs with vt front calipers works very good. but converting a non abs car to abs i beleive is not worth it. installing the extra parts is easy but running the wiring loom which is tapped into the current loom will be a nightmare! also I beleive this would not be a legal mod...
  30. ashzv6

    Difference between getrag and T5 loom

    hi mate, it looks like a t5 manual speed sensor plug from the net on my phone.
  31. ashzv6

    vs t5 v6 manual comp part number

    hi, just wondering if anyone knows which computers have the manual circuitry in them for vs t5 v6? does anyone have part numbers of ecu's? thanks guys + girls
  32. ashzv6

    vs manual wiring diy proper harness

    hi, after much research I have found most people are just rewiring the speedo straight from the dash on the vr vs t5 v6 manual conversion when using the auto loom and computer. This has been causing stalling issues. The only solution for vs was too get a manual wire harness and t5 manual...
  33. ashzv6

    tune to suit ecotec turbo map or maf

    cool thanks, If I decide to place this driveline into a vn, will the fusebox plugs in the engine bay and the plug under the dash, plug into the vs man engine loom? and then just get vats deleated?
  34. ashzv6

    tune to suit ecotec turbo map or maf

    Hi, so I have been looking into getting a turbo (t70) for the ecotec with stock internals,stock cam, rods,pistons. 1.97;1 roller rockers, mace 25mm plenum spacer, runner spacer 25mm, 69mm throttle body. t5 manual aswell. l67 injectors biger fuel pump at around 12psi. a2a cooler. Just...
  35. ashzv6

    VX TO VS engine transplant help????

    so i need advice from someone who knows wha they are on about... i have a v6 buick with a T5 behind it, i have just picked up a series 2 v6 ecotec motor from a VX . Kool what i need to know is will my T5 bolt up to this motor? if not, is there a transfer case that will make it bolt up? the...
  36. ashzv6

    vs vx v6 manifold difference

    hi, Ive tried hunting around but am still unsure, Mace sells a different (intake runner) manifold spacer for vs/vt and vx/vu v6 ecotec engine Im just wondering the differences between the models I know the vt? v6 i think has an egr valve, but am still unsure how this affects the...
  37. ashzv6

    Manual Conversion Help Needed

    Hi, thanks for the reply delco wizzard, do you have part numbers for the auto ecu's which can be used if not the police ecu's? Whats an RF ecu? Where would you say the best place to find 1 is? Does this mean i can just mod the auto loom to have the d2pin speed signal to ecu pin (with...
  38. ashzv6

    vs bcm key

    Hi, I have tried researching but am very confused now, On a vs v6 auto If I am doing the manual conversion and found wiring is different and computer. If i plug in a t5 vs manual ecu and wiring do i need to get the bcm or key reprogrammed to the ecu? thanks.
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