i have a vh sl wagon with a 179 blue motor and im wondering sum p plater friendly engine mods to make the car have a bit more power
best up grade ever chuck in a blue 202
Converting to manual would be the best option for power. Stock holden 6 cylinder manuals have enough power to get ya into a lot of trouble.![]()
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Of the models you list none actually have a replaceable chip. VT, VX and VY have a re-flashable memory. VK had the Bosch J-Jetronic fuel only system which didn't even employ an o2 sensor while the the VH didn't even have a computer at all!
In relation to the original question. I would suggest a V6 conversion would give the best bang for the buck while remaining in the sensible car category.
While this modification is not technically legal for a red P-Plater in NSW, if you keep the exterior tidy, fit sensible size wheels, a quiet exhaust and don't drive like a f*ckwit the chances of a cop looking under the bonnet are pretty remote.
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