v6 conversion.

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i know this has a sticky, I just need more info on doing a v6 conversion to my vb. il b getting a vs calais donor car and i want strip it to put into the vb. I have been and looked at the v6conversion.com.au page and it looks like just a site to buy kits. I have everything i need, iI wondering if any of you have more in depth info.

Question 1 - Can i use the vs v6 engine mounts in my vb ( i dont think i can?)
Question 2 - Do i nee to replace front struts?
Question 3 - Will i need to replace the petrol tank? (as i have a carbie atm)
Question 4 - Should/Do i change diff?
Question 5 - Don i need to shorten the tail shaft? (i have been told yes)
Question 6 - Should i waste time and change interior?

Is there anything i have forgotten to add that you can help me with?
Thank-you.

[pjdm1980]

Hi Alica,
Question 1 - Can i use the vs v6 engine mounts in my vb ( i dont think i can?)
No, use a VN-VS Cross member.

Question 2 - Do i nee to replace front struts?
No, your struts and suspension will bolt onto the donor K frame.

Question 3 - Will i need to replace the petrol tank? (as i have a carbie atm)
If you plan on using a standard in tank pump should bolt up give or take a hose.

Question 4 - Should/Do i change diff?
Probably easier than changing ratios.

Question 5 - Don i need to shorten the tail shaft? (i have been told yes)
No, you might need to change the yoke on the diff.

Question 6 - Should i waste time and change interior?
Depends if you have the time or money?

You need any parts call Steve ph:0419 105 947 in Nth Shore he wrecks all Commodore's just tell him Pat told you to call.

[weston]

i know this has a sticky, I just need more info on doing a v6 conversion to my vb. il b getting a vs calais donor car and i want strip it to put into the vb. I have been and looked at the v6conversion.com.au page and it looks like just a site to buy kits. I have everything i need, iI wondering if any of you have more in depth info.

Question 1 - Can i use the vs v6 engine mounts in my vb ( i dont think i can?)
Question 2 - Do i nee to replace front struts?
Question 3 - Will i need to replace the petrol tank? (as i have a carbie atm)
Question 4 - Should/Do i change diff?
Question 5 - Don i need to shorten the tail shaft? (i have been told yes)
Question 6 - Should i waste time and change interior?

Is there anything i have forgotten to add that you can help me with?
Thank-you.

In reply to question six you could do what i have done with my conversion of a series one VN V6 in my VH Commy i have used the VN dash cluster and the whole VN loom to make life easier, this could be a easy way to set up the dash cluster instead of buying a bit to change the electric speedo to cable driven type.
Make use of the seats, i went and placed in front and back VS Berlina.
I also made use of a bunch of other VN-X parts here and there.
If you like to see pics to see what ya think you can look up project vh on the forum page in street commodores site cheers.

[VK SL 3800]

The V6 conversions wiring is very easy to wire in i recommend it rather then swapping out an entire loom for the donor cars one,
This thread last week help detail a few things, the other V6 conversion thread that is a sticky has alot of good info too.

THE definitave V6 Conversion into VB, VC, VH & VK Thread (please post your knowledge)

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thanks for your info.

[Staggie]

Shoot me a message on msn or a SMS if you need any info. You know that Alicia.

[L67 Calais]

Shoot me a message on msn or a SMS if you need any info. You know that Alicia.

Hi mate, Have you done this conversion?