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  1. SLE-883

    TCI - Constant Pressure Valve Body

    Thanks, I've had the box rebuilt and strenghtened with Transgo but can't get it shifting properly under WOT. I 'm going to try the TCI Constant Pressure Valve body and see what happens. Fingers crossed I dont regret not going full manual valve body or a T400
  2. SLE-883

    TCI - Constant Pressure Valve Body

    I have a VH with a 304 from a VR. I'm running an Edlebrock Air-Gap and 650Dp Brawler carby all mated to a built T700 gear box from a VN. I'm having trouble setting the TV cable and the box slips when the foot it 3/4 or more of the way down on the accelerator pedal. I've read that this is a...
  3. SLE-883

    Electric fuel pump

    BTW - The Holley blue is so loud though. sounds like a hammer drill.
  4. SLE-883

    Electric fuel pump

    So the update is the Carter pump crapped out after just a few months of use. It must of been faulty from the beginning because I've since installed a Holley Blue and the guage is showing 12psi without a regulator right off the bat. It installed the reg and turned it down to about 8psi and...
  5. SLE-883

    Electric fuel pump

    Ok, so I think the issue is the guage I'm using. When I turn the ignition on and prime the pump the guage reads 6.5psi it also stays at 6.5psi while idling. As the car warms up it drops to about 4psi. I went for a long drive on the weekend and was hot when I go home I checked the guage before...
  6. SLE-883

    Electric fuel pump

    I have just installed a carby convereted 304 engine in my SLE. It has an Edelbrock AirGap manifold, Pacemaker headers and 650 DP. As part of the set up I've installed a Cater fuel pump. It's the 4600 model which is rated at 8-9psi. I had installed the pump originally too high compared to the...
  7. SLE-883

    VH SLE Grille colour

    mine is unpainted.
  8. SLE-883

    Need tips for fitting 19s to a VH

    I've got 19x8 on the front and 19x9.5 on the rear with 245 rubber. I didn't have to make any mods on the front and had the rear guards rolled to tuck the wheel in better.
  9. SLE-883

    VH Tag id

    I think the Trip computer was an option in the earlier models. My SLE has no trip computer but has all the other options ticked.
  10. SLE-883

    [253] Hesitation when accelerating

    I'm sure there's an easy explanation but I'm no mechanic especially when it comes to carby engines. The VH has developed a slight hesitation when accelerating either from a stand still or when taking your foot off the gas and then applying it again. The car hesitates only when I (re)apply the...
  11. SLE-883

    304 Benefits of VS Stroker cleared block

    The car has a 3.9 LSD rear end. I'm looking at a Transmission rebuild too with Corvette servos and stage 2 shift kit along with a 3-3500rpm stall converter, depending in the cam.
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    304 Benefits of VS Stroker cleared block

    Cheers guys. Engine is home. 20 mins after I unloaded the engine and placed it on the ground my 2 year old dropped a washer into the engine where the distributor goes! With my last build (VH with 304 EFI conversion) I kept the original VH K Frame. From it was a tight fit with the EFI gear...
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    304 Benefits of VS Stroker cleared block

    The VS block is being picked up this weekend. It's unopened and has original bore. gtrboyy, you still have your VH?
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    304 Benefits of VS Stroker cleared block

    I have an SLE 253 and am going to throw in a VS 304 engine with VN T700 box. I know this is nothing new and people will say go LS but that's not what I'm after. The SLE is a one owner original 98000kms car and I intend on keeping it look as original as possible (Apart from the original Simmons...
  15. SLE-883

    Vh sl/e - 1983

    I haven't been on here for years but I'm glad I decided to come on today. I've been wondering what happen to my old VH. It's looking clean Gav. Hope you're enjoying it.
  16. SLE-883

    [NSW] WTB: Holden 5L engine and T700 box

    ITEM: Preferably a carbie motor but must be turbo pattern block (304, 308 or 355). If it has a well built T700 good but not necessary. Must be available within the next 5-8 weeks LOCATION: Sydney, NSW CONDITION: New or Used PRICE: up to $10K depending on what you have. DELIVERY/PICK UP...
  17. SLE-883

    Wilwood 320mm 4 piston brakes

    Yes installed them about a month ago. They look awesome and car stops a lot better than the standard brakes even with the standard booster and master cylinder. Very straight forward work too.
  18. SLE-883

    Vr efi 304 conversion into a vh commodore

    I used original VH K Frame and power steering rack in my last conversion. If I was to do it again I'd run a VN K Frame and rack with VL ends. the newer K Frame allows more room for the extractors.
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    Vintage trolley jack restore

    I think you're right about it being an APAC Jack. Jack No. 247 looks like the one I have. In two minds about restoring it or just cleaning it up and leaving it with the original patina
  20. SLE-883

    VH

    I'll Check for you tonight. I replaced the original rear speakers with some pioneers. Fits perfectly into the standard parcel tray cutouts and I can even use the original VH speaker covers. Just realised you have a wagon not sedan. Front speakers should be 3". I want to change mine but am too...
  21. SLE-883

    Vintage trolley jack restore

    I bought a Vintage trolley jack on the weekend and am looking to restore it and have it on display in my garage. I was hoping that someone may have some idea on what brand it is and what colours it was when new? I've found photos of a APAC Mechanical Jack No. 247 that looks like mine but I'm...
  22. SLE-883

    Removing VH dash speakers

    Just found this (must remember to use the search button first) Step 1> Remove the air vents, The air directional bits just pop-out and then you will see two screws up the top which you can undo and their out, Just makes life easier to get to the wires even through it won't expose much access...
  23. SLE-883

    Removing VH dash speakers

    Hi All, I'm looking at updating my front dash speakers in the SLE but I'm not sure how to remove them without breaking anything. Can anyone help?
  24. SLE-883

    Bonnet and boot strut mod

    I've got the bonnet one on my car. Much easier than the prop. The boot one is tricky since the VH won't have any mounting points for it. I did find this that may help http://www.calaisturbo.com.au/showthread.php?p=260276#post260276
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    Wilwood 320mm 4 piston brakes

    Yes, Standard VL turbo rotor size. Main reason why I went for this kit was because it is easy to get parts and the standard SLE rims will fit over them. I've ordered a set of slotted rotors for the front and rear so I'll throw up photos once I get around to installing them.
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    VH SLE - 1981 - Indigo Blue

    Just an update since I last posted. I finally managed to get the Commodore boot badge and matching SLE one. they turned out mint! I'm supposed to be getting the Commodore from bar badges too but am not holding my breathe. Been waiting for a year now. Also got myself an early Christmas gift...
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    Tyre size help for Vh

    These are the best photos I have of the battery in the boot I had a Moroso sealed box mounted on the drivers side. I ran the ventilation tube out of the box and out from an existing hole that was in the boot pocket near the quarter panel. This shows the mounting points from under the car. I...
  28. SLE-883

    Tyre size help for Vh

    I swear it didn't fit. Now I'm doubting myself on the size. Might have been 215 wide
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    Wilwood 320mm 4 piston brakes

    Well a year later I finally bought myself a set of front brakes for the VH. I went with a set of Wilwood 4 piston calipers running 290mm rotors. Main reason why I went for this was because the original 15inch wheels will fit over them and they are adr approved because they have the dust boot.
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    Tyre size help for Vh

    From factory the car came with 205/60/15. On my old VH SLE I used to run 205/65/15 on standard VH SLE rims (15x6). Looked nice but you'll have trouble fitting the 65 series rubber in the spare wheel well. There's a place in Sydney that has widened the original SLE rim to 8 inches or so.
  31. SLE-883

    Ballzups VH SL/E Restoration. (Valentine)

    Nice work! I just went through a similar process with my 1981 VH SLE although it's not a shadow tone. I had the car resprayed except for the engine bay and boot. New rubbers, bumpers, locks etc... I didn't put the side molds back on after the respray because I like the look of the indent on...
  32. SLE-883

    1981 VH Commodore SL/E

    SLE-883 submitted a new Showcase Item: 1981 VH Commodore SL/E Read more about this showcase item here...
  33. 1981 VH Commodore SL/E

    1981 VH Commodore SL/E

    1981 VH Commodores SL/E 4.2L 253 V8 - Trimatic - Indigo Blue with two tone interior - Electric windows - Cruise Control Car was purchased by me from Queanbeyan in April 2015 as a one owner car with approximately 94,000kms. According to the original owners grand-daughter the car sat in a shed...
  34. SLE-883

    Vh sle

    I'm in Sydney. The Body shop that did the work is E.R McNamara Smash Repairs in St Peters
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    Vh sle

    I had my car resprayed earlier this year and the panel shop took care of the pin-stripping. The guy they used is signwriter and he knew exactly how to do the stripes. Just remember that the top and bottom stripes meet near the headlights
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    Vh sle

    Three.
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    [NSW] What family sedan to buy after commodore

    My family car is a VW Passat Alltrack. German built wagon with plenty of room for the family plus it's diesel and all wheel drive and under $50K Had it for 3 years and still feels as solid as day one.
  38. SLE-883

    Car alarms

    I am looking at changing the 20 year old car alarm I have in the VH and was looking for feedback at what others have used and what features they have. Also any installers they recommend in Sydney - St George area. I was looking for something that had central looking capabilities as a minimum...
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    VH SLE - 1981 - Indigo Blue

    Took the car out with my wife and 3 year old on Saturday. First time they went in the car and they loved it. Saturday night I went for a drive and met up with a few guys that are trying to start a monthly meet in Rydalmere, NSW. It's called "Chrome 'n' Hardware" It's a gathering of all old...
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