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    Low-profile car ramp choices for VF

    If you're after a low-profile garage jack there are plenty of options available from Kincrome: https://www.kincrome.com.au/lifting I have the K12165 2t low-profile and it works really well for my non-lowered SV6. Their K12164 1.1t super low-profile is lower and longer so is suitable for...
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    Tools & Tool Brands

    Hey guys, I was reading another thread and it got me thinking - what are your favourite tools/tool brands and why? What is your experience like and are you a tinkerer, advanced-DIY user or a tradie? I'm a tool-nut myself and love my Kincrome tools. I have a couple of racing motorbikes so spend...
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    Socket set on sale

    I absolutely love my Kincrome gear - have heaps of it
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    Socket set on sale

    I can confirm that Kincrome sockets come out of Taiwan, not China.
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    Repco's new website

    Some big specials being advertised on tv at the moment
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    Repco's new website

    It was an auto-club offer (RACV, NRMA etc.), not a VIP club offer. It was advertised quite heavily on TV over the weekend
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    Repco's new website

    I bought 4 cans of brake clean today and 5L of degreaser at 30% off
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    Repco's new website

    Wasn't the L77 motor only used in automatic vehicles from the factory?
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    Repco's new website

    Have you selected the correct engine? I just had a look and the VE SSV Manual is an option when selecting the L98 engine
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    Repco's new website

    Hey all, Repco has just released an updated website and have implemented Click & Collect. What do you think? https://www.repco.com.au/en/
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    Machter water pump any good?

    I recommend Repco water pumps
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    Serpentine belt part number

    There is a ~5mm tolerance between brands, so it is likely that Dayco and Gates will have different part numbers for belts that suit the same application. 6PK2370 - V6 w/ A/C 6PK1650 - V6 w/o A/C
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    2015 GTS camber settings for trackday

    For small camber adjustments, have a look at Nolathane camber adjusting bolts: http://www.nolathane.com.au/do_segue.php?make=UNIVERSAL+PRODUCTS&model=CAMBER+-+ADJUSTING+BOLTS&model_final=CAMBER+ADJUSTING+BOLT+KIT&vehicle=ALL Should be quite easy to install and are available from Repco
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    VF series 2 HUD

    Have you adjusted the brightness level of the HUD?
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    VF series 2 HUD

    Have you tried adjusting the position of the HUD?
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    Slight exhaust smell

    Do you have a cabin air filter installed? Without a cabin air filter, your A/C system is simply sucking outside air into your cabin. That outside air will contain plenty of contaminants and pollution from the other vehicles around you. A Ryco Microshield cabin air filter will get rid of any...
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    Annoying **** with VF

    I have a MY16 SV6 Wagon and I can't say that I have really experienced the same issues, but here is some feedback: - I had a bit of a clunk in the rear but I got them to re-torque the chassis bolts at my first service which cleared up any knocking. The little bolt that holds my towbar tongue in...
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    MY17 Specs and Release Date

    I worked in procurement at Fishermans Bend
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    MY17 Specs and Release Date

    That's the way that it came from Holden. The black box at the top is a key case too. Here's a pic of the car outside the ol' stomping grounds:
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    MY17 Specs and Release Date

    Here's how the Broadcast Line Sheet came with my Reserve Edition:
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    Drive Pulley squeal

    Depending on when you last changed your drive belt and tensioner, it might be worth just replacing them both - it's cheap insurance. Repco regularly does 15-20% off Gates drive belts and tensioners
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    Value of VFII Commodores & Gen-F2 in the future?

    I'm not sure that I share your optimism for the potential future value of these cars - but we'll just have to wait and see
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    Value of VFII Commodores & Gen-F2 in the future?

    I also think that over time cars have become too similar, with manufacturers focusing on the areas that can be quantified and are tangible. It's become increasingly hard to find a car with character or one that invokes passion in the driver, as this is something that can't be quantified. I...
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    Holden already in the crap... and local production hasn't even ended yet.

    Another point which we were discussing in the 'Value of VFII Commodore & Gen-F2 in the future' thread is that millennials are the new target segment for manufacturers, but the number of millennials choosing to own cars is shrinking. This will have a significant impact on sales as the new growth...
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    Value of VFII Commodores & Gen-F2 in the future?

    Another thing to remember, is that the second hand car market is flooded with cars at the moment, especially second hand euro cars that were being leased and have depreciated immensely, making them very attractive buys. While modern cars from volume manufacturers such as Holden, Mazda, Kia...
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    Value of VFII Commodores & Gen-F2 in the future?

    I'm sure that it isn't the case in regional areas, but the volume of cars being sold to millennials in regional areas is unlikely to sustain car makers profitability. The bulk of sales potential is located in urban areas, which is why they are targeting millennials in these areas. I am a...
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    Value of VFII Commodores & Gen-F2 in the future?

    The problem that I see is that there is likely to be a huge supply of these cars in the second hand market for a very long time. The cars that have appreciated in recent years are cars that no body expected to appreciate (classic Holdens, Fords etc.) that became rare, then there are genuinely...
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    2016 VF SV6 Twin Turbo

    Yeah they won't help to increase ride height noticeably as the shock will still be the same length. Might be worth looking into higher side-wall tyres also like I said earlier so as not to ruin the appearance. I imagine that getting custom strut-top bushes would be expensive but I would...
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    2016 VF SV6 Twin Turbo

    Springs are a whole different kettle of fish, as the shaft length on the shock remains the same - you can change the length of the spring as much as you like but the shock assembly has a maximum mount-to-mount length, whereas when you add a spacer you are increasing that mount-to-mount length...
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    2016 VF SV6 Twin Turbo

    I would have thought that increasing the distance from strut tower to the hub would have assisted in increasing ride height? If nothing else, it would maintain additional clearance under static sag
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    2016 VF SV6 Twin Turbo

    Is this also a constant issue with TT V8 Commodores? It's the first that I've heard of it being an issue... Perhaps it is a design flaw with the kit? If possible, maybe have a look around for some tyres to suit your wheels that have slightly taller side walls, or even strut tower spacers -...
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    MY17 Specs and Release Date

    One of the paint engineers at the time told me that the show-car colour is very hard to achieve and requires many layers to achieve the desired effect, which is impossible to achieve in the factory. I imagine that the HSV is the same LMF orange, but may appear different due to the increased...
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    SV6 EXEDY CLUTCH FAILURE

    When visually looking at the clutch before/after the failure is there a visible quality issue? Eg. does the construction look sub-par, alignment issues, free-play etc.? Also, are there any other apparent quality issues since it failed, such as cracks or discolouration?
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    Holden Commodore Limited Edition models

    It'll be interesting to see what happens, especially given the HUGE DD mark ups that they imposed, will they really have any excuse not to absorb it? When I received my Reserve Edition the staff price had actually decreased, so my dealer notified me and passed on the saving, which I was very...
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    SV6 EXEDY CLUTCH FAILURE

    Then that seems like an ACCC issue, given that the product was not of reasonable quality
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    SV6 EXEDY CLUTCH FAILURE

    I understand what you're saying, and i'm not saying that you're wrong and that it wasn't a product failure, however it is important to prove that a product failed before slandering them online. Unfortunately the Automotive industry is one where the blame is constantly being shifted (just ask...
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    SV6 EXEDY CLUTCH FAILURE

    Have you had it independently assessed by an expert and been given a report on their findings? I work in the automotive aftermarket and their response seems fair enough based on the images alone. The clutch would need to be properly assessed to determine if it was an issue with the product, as...
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    SV6 EXEDY CLUTCH FAILURE

    When they declined responsibility, what was their reasoning exactly? Did you or your mechanic organise for an independent analysis to determine the cause of the issue? If you can prove that it was an issue with the product rather than fitter error you could always take them to small claims...
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    Gaskets!

    Pop into Repco and grab some Permaseal gaskets
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    [VIC] Holden Museum, Victoria

    Wheen not on rotation at museums and events they are available for the public to view at Holden HQ in Port Melbourne
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