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  1. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    had an offer of almost 3k, however I ended up doing a straight swap for the cressida. by the time the calais went it had 446,000kms on it when the cressida just broke 130,000kms haha
  2. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    it became one of those cars that would tend to have another problem days after just fixing one. I had a fair few people give me reasonable offers and when the cressida came up I took it. the cressida is a much better car to drive, though I do miss the calais!
  3. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    the cressida and a couple of the ute, resprayed last week
  4. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    I think it's about time I do an update. I have recently parted ways with this car and gotten myself a 1991 MX83 Cressida. I have also gotten a VR Ute that was pictured late last year and have restored it to its former glory.
  5. C4L4IS

    For all you turbo guys out there!

    Im all for individuality, but is it really worth the effort?
  6. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    Not the wheel change i had in mind, but got me a pink slip!
  7. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    Still a bit of work to go into her before Im happy with it. -Engine Mounts -Rear Gearbox Mount -Paint (new guard rear right door and bonnet to go on) -Gearbox Bearings -LSD seal kit -New rear shocks -Heater Core (no air con, leaks coolant) -Bailey Rubbers and Door Seals -Roof Lining -Redo Centre...
  8. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    definitely something to look into! dads a painter so he'll do it if he thinks its worth doing 19's will be on after Christmas :) rego runs out on Wednesday too. would rather spend that $900 adding to the car but can't argue with the government.
  9. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    how coincidental! never seen another in the same colour before
  10. C4L4IS

    St3alth's VR Calais

    forgive me if Im wrong (as i am colourblind) but in the photos the blue looks as if it is a Satin effect.. i like the scheme, i hope you keep the calais trimmings!
  11. C4L4IS

    White VS! LOW, DE-BADGED, WHITE WALLS.

    chrome grill inserts.
  12. C4L4IS

    My 2nd Owner VR Calais 5ltr

    this is my cousins vs, his windows are tinted fairly dark, but with a set of white ones they show through very well.
  13. C4L4IS

    Misfire when warm... Doing my head in!!!!

    I had a very similar problem on my n/a vr v6 and after doing everything you have plus more, it ended up being a TPS plug
  14. C4L4IS

    Listening to right now?

    Millstone - Brand New Sounds brilliant when blasted.
  15. C4L4IS

    VS nearing end of life. Do I keep and restore?

    Honestly mate it comes down to how much you love the car and if its going to be worth the hassle for you in the end. Personally, if i was going to restore a car id find one in newer condition. Much easier starting platform. But if you plan to do a complete teardown, i say go for it.
  16. C4L4IS

    VR Calais V6 will turn over and try to start but won't.

    Try removing the crank angle sensor plug and giving the tabs a clean with an old toothbrush and some degreaser of some sort.
  17. C4L4IS

    what is a good sound system for my VY ute?

    Friend of mine has a VY ute, he took it to JB Hifi and spent around 1400 on a set of 6" splits for the front, 6x9's in boxes for the rears all amped. Don't know his specs, but they take a pounding and don't crackle when wound up. He already had a head unit installed before this. He went for...
  18. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    Finally finished!
  19. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    What's the problem exactly? Does it start? Do it once, do it properly! :)
  20. C4L4IS

    AL4SHO '93 Executive

    Where'd you get your charger and manifold? Wasn't sure where to get one that would fit! And did you move your alternator? P.s love what you've done with the interior. Gauges are really neat :)
  21. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    Cheers brother :) I used a vr manual loom and ecu. Abs still works fine You having troubles?
  22. C4L4IS

    AL4SHO '93 Executive

    Is that still the Buick engine?
  23. C4L4IS

    My 98 VS ute dumped on ve wheels

    Up the column shift!
  24. C4L4IS

    VR V6 Misfire

    Sorted the problem. Changing plugs eliminated the 4,000rpm+misfire, but still misfired in general. Cleaned all the terminals on the engine loom one by one. The TPS sensor plug was dirty and that caused the misfiring, and the CAS wiring was renewed by cleaning up the tabs with contact cleaner...
  25. C4L4IS

    rear main seal

    If its a manual you'll need a clutch alignment tool. Otherwise you'll just need a piece of tubing the same size as the seal so you can tap it in evenly. Make sure you run a bit of rubber grease round the outside of the seal before it goes in too
  26. C4L4IS

    Vr v6 splutters at low rev??

    Get that CAS plug fixed up mate
  27. C4L4IS

    My 98 VS Maloo II

    Your maloo needs its big one stroked :) Love it with the sigs man. Nice taste
  28. C4L4IS

    Vr v6 splutters at low rev??

    I had this problem too. I cleaned all my engine sensors, nw crank angle sensor, new fuel filter, cleaned injector wiring tabs, pcv, and replaced map sensor hose. Go check your map hose, may have a split in it
  29. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    Sounds like a commodore. I did every seal before my motor went into the car, saves so much hassle haha!
  30. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    I don't understand how they are so incredibly thirsty compared to the Buick!
  31. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    Scraping the bottom of the 63L tank but not bad for a trip from forster to Sydney and back plus city driving :)
  32. C4L4IS

    IDeas for switches

    I wouldn't run less than a 9 switch box for front and rear bags, even with an auto leveler..
  33. C4L4IS

    My 1993 VR Calais with T5 conversion.

    SSL's all round now. Ready for rims!
  34. C4L4IS

    Verynice VS Caprice

    This car makes me want a peepee touch.
  35. C4L4IS

    instructions on installing camber kit?

    I did mine on my VR Calais. PITA of a job, but pretty simple nonetheless. I wouldn't bother attempting it without access to a press.
  36. C4L4IS

    My 2nd Owner VR Calais 5ltr

    So much potential!
  37. C4L4IS

    1997 vs calais super 6

    Calais on polished 19" Internationals? Looks killer dude
  38. C4L4IS

    How many klm on ur vr vs commy motor

    My VR calais clocked 429 thousand kms before my engine seized, shortly after the oil pump died. Had to do an engine swap and can really tell the difference of a fresh motor. Good learning curve for me too as an apprentice mechanic haha
  39. C4L4IS

    Hogs Breath Cafe

    I work in hogs breath and i must say, half price meals bloody rule! Word of advice; the newcastle branch is terrible.
  40. C4L4IS

    VR V6 Misfire

    100% positive unless its a wiring fault, i think i tried to rule out all the electrical possibilities
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