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azzavt: Thx I will chack the front abs lines for damage, and source the retaining clip. Where exactly does the retaining clip fit, being a revised item, I would have to fit it?? eg drill anything? BlackVXGTS: Thx I will check and see. If sensor, which one, Wheel Hub Unit???

Started the car this morning and what looked like smoke came out of the dash. After further investigation and playing with the heater knobs, checking for burnt wirng, I got the car to do it again, and it seems like steam, coming from behind stereo panel, Playing with the Aircon control stops it...

It is one of the less common interior trims. Try a few different suppliers you may find one in stock cheaper Barry Bouke Holden in Warragul Victoria, has a wide range of New/old stock in original parts, try ebay they list there, contact them direct to find out what they have, you might get...

YOU CAN REPLACE THE CHASSIS RAILS IN NEWER CARS The chassis rails can be bought complete from Holden same as getting a Apillar or C pillar pieces, just have to find the bloody part in stock. To replace the entire chassis rail is a job that needs to be done in an engineering workshop witha...

The senator or manta spoiler cant be called spoiler more Boot lid extensions. The Vt Clubsport looks nice, The VX Clubsport spoiler is nicer. Look on ebay, there are a heap of people doing glass kits, latest craze is for VE kits to bolt onto VR,VS,VT,VX,VY,VZ respectively. If you contact...

Have you got a Suspension specialist in your area, It is an easy fix, take it into your local springworks, my local bloke changed ride heights and replaced worn bits, i got the car back perfect for $300 with new Heavy duty springs in rear, as long as your bits are not backyard butcher jobs, you...

When I start the car no problems, starts smooth no lights come on in dash, as soon as I start moving the ABS light comes on and stays on. Can anyone help me witha starting point. All fuses are good, when I take the fuse out for the ABS the ABS light comes on and stays on, however when fuse is...

U are getting raped. The owner of the car park or the establishment where you vehicle is damaged is LIABLE. Simply ringing Slater and Gordon, or a similiar Lawyer will confirm the property law details. You can claim a civil lawsuit through the court system for damages, you are right with...

Bearings Just buy the bearing kit, the ABS HUB UNIT to Suit VT are Retailing around $190 each brand new from Burson's or Supercheap. First rule of bearing change em in pairs, do the front end. While you got the front apart, you really need to think about Brake Pads, Brake Rotors, Ball joints...

I think when you are looking at top of the range no body wants to help out of jealousy 2 years later and no help

Sounds like a turd slinging match. Very amusing

Search thread for power window sticking, some detailed help descriptions there. The mech, usually just gums up with dust over time, try lubing the parts of the wires that u can grab by hand. Give the window a pull and try to operate the switches, u may get movement. The motors dont bust that...

ITEM: 1998 VT Clubsport 5 Ltr 5spd Manual 18 Inch HSV Rims, Build 870 Diablo Red LOCATION: Victoria, Bairnsdale YEAR: 06/98 SERIES: VT HSV BADGE: Clubsport ENGINE: LB9 195kw V8 TRANSMISSION: 5spd Getrag Transmission COLOUR: Diablo Red EXTERIOR CONDITION: Excellent...

A little much. PRICES ARE DROPPING LIKE CRAZY, it is a buyers market. I assume the vehicle is a 5.7ltr Auto. You could get a manual 5ltr 5Spd manual original Clubsport, under 12000. Or a 5.7ltr Clubsport for around $13000 - $16500 Why by SS when you can have HSV, I got one in micky mouse...

Common problem, well known for breaking at the hinge point. the replacement part from Holden is revised to remove fault area. The only problem is that you have to paint the new handle, I did all 4 at once so that the paint and clear matched on all handles. You always get nail marks and fine...

Easiest custom setup, is to get a off the shelf monza BOV, get an exhaust shop to tap the fitting into your intake manifold between the supercharger outlet, and the throttle body. Tap a hole into the front of the inlet manifold to be able to get vacuum connect for BOV. EASY JOB. Remember the...

On fuse relay descript, elec mirrors/ p/steering same fuse slot, must be some reason for the relay being there?

What does a blonde and a 747 Jumbo jet have in common Both got Big flaps and a cockpit, and a BLACK BOX

So I guess she really wanted the job

Anyone want a bright red 1998 VT 5.0ltr 5Spd Clubsport $12000 ono LOL!!!!!!!!!

My Vin is K however there are a few variables with the last of 5.0Ltr 195i clubbies, VN or VT engine prefix, and some variable VIN's Mine is strange being 6H8VTK69NWL******. apparntly?? We wil see if one of the more knowledgable members can help further. When I do HSV check they reckons cant...

People are buying ID plates off ebay a dodgin up Clubsports from standard old commies. How to run the build no against the VIN and Engine numbers. Would a VT 5.0ltr Clubsport have an LB9 engine as an option?:wax:.

Dreamer. Stock Vt 5.0ltr is 179kw. I f you got as high as 150kw i would be stunned with the setup described. Dont belive all this bolt on power rubbish, it does not =KW at the back wheels, at least not what they tell you it will. Nice idea with the rockers but to get 180kw out of that package...

If door still open from the inside, then you have brioken the exterior handle. The problem is well known and replacement door handles(in revised configuration) are available from holden dealers, and aftermarket. Problem is that the part needs to be painted, they come in grey plastic colour...

Probably best leave it to the mechanic if you are not handy

This posting raises more questions than I can give answer without more detail. Is the driveline in the vehicle? Should just slide rearward once everything is unbolted and unplugged. Remove shifter to make things easier if driveline still in car. Loosen engine mounts and tilt motor rearward...

Easy!!! Auto or manual. I will assume Auto. The surround that the Switch block is mounted to, is the easiest way in. Remove rubber mat in front storage section of console, directly under 12volt socket. Once factory rubber remover 2 screws either side of the 12 volt plug, remove. Now...

As for alarm what model, FLASH?ie. Clubsport? only top range holdens, and most HSV's have audible alarm, unless it is aftermarket fitted, usually only immobilized and key access mech.

Dont smash qaurter glass expensive Almost get a new windscreen cheaper and easier fitted. Impossible with a coathanger, Lock upright pass on interior side of skin and is not accessable. Can try coat hanger hook locks but is gonna be messy with doorjambs and scratchs. If i had to smash a...

With the rear electric windows on a VT they work with wires and not the arc gear the the front doors use. The back doors basiccally have a motor that has a wheel on the out put, on the wheel are grooves in which the control wires are rapped around. Now simliar to a bow firestick technique...

How handy are you, Are you a Mechanic?? To do this Job, for a Sump Gasket, Rear Main seal, and welsh plugs, it is still a pain in the but job. Rear main seal not to bad just drop the box change it, 20 min job once box is out. Welsh plug same deal, time taken in popping out old one and the...

Ratios may be different. But physically the diff should go straight in. Speedo migh end up out, and need recal to suit new ratio, IF the is a difference. Not sure. Will definately work for now though..

Try Your coolant Sensor, O2 Sensor on Exhaust will be when running poorly. As for the Codes I wish you luck with that, Possibly earth problems, and/or dizzy unit faults

I am trying to figure out the folowing code and what it means, The code is on the option list for a series 1 Vt SS Commodore The code is A8Z - and it comes up as no description. I assume it is a trim/interior option because of the A prefix, however I can not get a description of the part, can...

Vehicle option codes. I dont have all of them but I can help with some AH6 Adjuster Front Seat Power 4 Way Vertical, Drivers AJ4 Passenger Airbag AQ9 Front Seat - Bucket Passenger and Drivers Reclining A8Z No Description C60 A/Con Front Manual Control FE2 Upgraded Suspension, Stock on SS...

c60 is Front Manual Control Air/Con. A** is usually an Interior option, I dont have it on my sheet, I have an SS. e.g a31 Power Operated Side Widows Front and Rear ah6 Power adjust drivers seat. Paint codes can be taken to any body shop to get a name for the colour off the code...

fOR FUTURE REFERENCE IF YOU CAN GET A CLICK OUT OF IT THEN THE MOTOR STILL WORKS It needed lube, and to work the lube into the mech. Dont destry something that is just gummed up. Is was savable. I had the exact same problem, and it was a combination of two things, burnt terminals in back...

Fuse blowing on VT mirror/powersteer circuit I have a series 1 vt ss, when i try to adjust the electric mirrors, the fuse just blows, I replaced the fuse, same result when I operate the vehicle with engine not running. Electrics is not my strong suit, any help you can give would be appreciated.

I dont know why, but the fuse just keeps blowing as soon as i try to adjust my mirrors. The electric mirros seems ok, i dont know much about electrics where do I start??? Please someone help

i Dont know what your mate is thinking, he may just be baiting you into being made a fool of. Atmospheric Blowoff valves are ILLEGAL ON THE ROAD, and they sound pathetic. For those that dont know, a blowoff valve is primalily used to dump waste pressure from an exhaust system, or induction...