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304 5l

  1. AlwaysNeedHelp

    VT 304 cam question

    Hey guys I’m 17 and tearing down my 304 from my vt and wondering if anyone has used either of these cams I’m thinking going the 888271 for the rough idle but what would be easiest to tune on the factory ecu? I don’t really want to get a haltech mainly as I’m not looking for hp numbers more just...
  2. AlwaysNeedHelp

    Gilmore Drive on a VT

    Hey guys just wondering if anyone has put a Gilmore belt on a VT 304 if so how did it fit up and what modifications will I have to do, or will I be better off leaving the standard drive on it, it’s only a fun weekend car so not worried about fuel consumption or noise level Info 1998 VT s1 ss...
  3. T

    Engine Swap

    What’s the process of getting a car registered after and engine swap? More context a vn or vp going from a factory buick option to a 304\5ltr option? Huge process or easy to do.
  4. 304foot2thefloor

    Aeroflow 304 gilmer warning

    Just a courtesy guys...I've had the aeroflow gilmer set-up for about 6 months, thought I'd treat myself with the black billet kit..... i have had nothing but dramas since. I had it installed by a mechanic that advised against it. First it blew my alternator, so like a sucker I brought an...
  5. J

    304 into Hq one tonner

    hey guys I currently own a Hq one tonner with a hz gts dash that ill be looking to put a 304 into , it has been engineered to have and currently has the V6 Vn motor in it just wondering if anyone has a rundown on putting a 304 into the Hq as it seems to be a common swap as its basically a...
  6. J

    Valve clearance for vt 304

    Hi all I've recently replaced push rods a d lifters in my series 3 304, just wondering what I set my feeler guage to. I'm new to this and having to do it myself is a pain but only way I will learn any help is appreciated thank you in advance
  7. J

    304 5L

    I’ve recently just purchased my first 304 5L engine what should I do to it? I want to rebuild the motor to make some power, what should I do to it?
  8. 6

    5lt runs for a bit then nearly stalls

    Hi all new to this forum so hope ive posted in the right place? So today i installed a gilmer drive kit for my 304. Intall went fairly smoothly but when i was moving the power steering pump the vac system that is mounted to the rad got moved around and shorted out on the battery. Started car...
  9. B_rad2723

    Blown 304 5ltr Cam

    G'day all I'm after recommendations on a cam for my 93 VP 304 5ltr, I'm doing a 355ci stroker build with, ported heads "no VN heads", valve train "double row springs", bottom end work, 6-71 short rotor blower & t5 manual conversion if I'm lucky if not t56 conversion. I've sent crow cams an email...
  10. Yea_803

    More power out of my 304

    Hey guys I know 1000s of post have been done on this as I've seen alot of them, but can I get a 2021 version of it there's new technology an stuff, Anyway what I want to know is what's the easiest way to get 250-300rwhp outta a 304 I don't care about reliability as I plan on doing a big build...
  11. M

    304 vr satesman

    I have a 304 statesman that’s not goeting oil to all the lifters in the top end It was coming up with a low oil pressure light so I replaced the oil pump and cleaned all the lifters since then low oil pressure light comes on and sounds like the top end isn’t get oil to all the lifters I shimmed...
  12. Glaze

    304 checking for spark

    Hey all checked for spark today, so far cylinder 1 and 2 no signs of spark may try the other cylinders but does anyone know how to check it at the coil? Does distributor need to be removed and stick a plug in and ground it? Thanks Car is a 98 ss 5L
  13. C

    wanting someone to install cam and lifters, vavle springs

    hi guys i have a holden vr 5ltr ute.; looking for someone to install a crane 284 cam, vavle springs and lifters can supply all parts. located sydney moorebank 2170
  14. M

    cammed 304 video thread

    post up any videos of cammed 304's and what cam youre running
  15. M

    Vl 304 conversion wiring

    Doing a vt 304 & getrag conversion into my vl and before i drop the new engine in want to rap my head around the wiring. What do I rip out of the vl and what mew ecu/bcm/wiring do I need to put in Any info or diagrams would be great, cheers
  16. M

    Vt 304 into VL

    after some advice or anything I might need to know Bought a VT ss with the 304roller motor and T5. Wanting to put into my VL My questions; -Will my VL power steering rack fit? If not will the vt rack fit? -What K frame will I need? Can I use the VT k frame?
  17. Vyute2342

    VT Series 1 5.0L 304 Rebuild Enquiry

    Hey guys, I’m new and this is my first post. I was just wondering if there’s anyone out there that may be able to help out a newbie to the rebuild side. I’ve got a 304 5L efi engine that I want to freshen up with myself and my old man. I’ve never done a rebuild but I am mechanically minded and...
  18. NZ VP SS OWNERS GROUP

    Project help to repower 92' VP S V6 with 304 V8

    Hi there any help would be appreciated....ideally like to chat with someone who has done same repower project or very similar with perhaps VN? First off my intention is to use the 304 out of a VN or a VP wrecked or parted car to keep it certified...1st question for someone???....does the V8 Loom...
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