Just Commodores Welcome to Just Commodores, a site specifically designed for all people who share the same passion as yourself. Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:31:17 +0000 Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:31:17 +0000 Just Commodores https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/ E85 tune thread Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:28:44 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/e85-tune-thread.278358/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/e85-tune-thread.278358/ invalid@example.com (Tailgunner) Tailgunner An E85 tune alongside the 98 tune.
My man Dirk and other heavy hitters were posting of this.
My shop says Nah,nah,yeh,nah,nah,nah mate
Are they BSing me?
My L77 is set up.]]> 9 Calais 6ltr fuel Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:15:35 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/calais-6ltr-fuel.278343/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/calais-6ltr-fuel.278343/ invalid@example.com (Wayne001) Wayne001 21 Automotive Porn - read rules in first post Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:13:20 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/automotive-porn-read-rules-in-first-post.128874/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/automotive-porn-read-rules-in-first-post.128874/ invalid@example.com (Jecs) Jecs
only thing that should be taken into consideration, try to limit the amount of pics you post. and DONT post pics of your car, keep that to the sections below. AND dont reply unless adding a pic...

Automotive Porn - read rules in first post]]> 8277 Pic of the day thread - Read rules in first post before posting Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:09:57 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/pic-of-the-day-thread-read-rules-in-first-post-before-posting.254811/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/pic-of-the-day-thread-read-rules-in-first-post-before-posting.254811/ invalid@example.com (Tatiana) Tatiana 1. Pic thread only, one pic per post.
2. No chat or comment posts.
3. No quoting a pic to make a comment.
4. Please be mindful of being offensive to others, ie: no gay bashing, no racist pics etc. While we acknowledge the world is too sensitive these days, there are still respectful ways of having a dig at someone or a group without crossing the line.
5. Pics will be deleted at the moderators discretion. ...

Pic of the day thread - Read rules in first post before posting]]> 4239 Speedometer correction Mon, 16 Sep 2019 18:06:30 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/speedometer-correction.278359/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/speedometer-correction.278359/ invalid@example.com (alpha_au) alpha_au I've got a VT SS 304 V8 that I just bought. Didn't realise until I drove it home (400+kms) that it has 3.45 gears and speedo is about 10-12% out.

I've rang the local holden dealer and they want $125 just to have it corrected. Another local mechanic said $100-$150. That seems steep given that according to this thread: https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vt-speedo-re-calibration.207883/ it isn't hard to do and takes all of 5 minutes.

Does anyone know if it's...

Speedometer correction]]> 8 Going crazy Mon, 16 Sep 2019 17:59:00 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/going-crazy.278349/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/going-crazy.278349/ invalid@example.com (Agey20psi) Agey20psi 5 Audio System Upgrade - VFII Calais V Mon, 16 Sep 2019 16:54:55 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/audio-system-upgrade-vfii-calais-v.278297/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/audio-system-upgrade-vfii-calais-v.278297/ invalid@example.com (mfrancis1990) mfrancis1990 Just thought I would post some information on an audio system upgrade I recently did on my VFII Calais V.

Like possibly many of you, I was disappointed with the MyLink system, lack of apps, sound quality, lack of Apple Car Play and Android Auto.

I looked around and researched and read different reviews and ended up settling on a Kayhan Audio unit - https://kayhanaudio.com.au/product/satnav-for-holden-commodore-vf/

I had some concerns as there was some mixed feedback on...

Audio System Upgrade - VFII Calais V]]> 18 Smash Repair Mon, 16 Sep 2019 16:43:47 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/smash-repair.278355/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/smash-repair.278355/ invalid@example.com (eman1) eman1
Unfortunately my car was hit in a car park, smash repairer has said the rear quarter panel will be repaired which leaves me feeling a little uneasy.

Can anyone with experience in smash jobs confirm if this is the normal or will it be filled with "bog" etc?]]> 13 Sudden Loss of Power Steering WHEN DRIVING Mon, 16 Sep 2019 14:02:34 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/sudden-loss-of-power-steering-when-driving.267858/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/sudden-loss-of-power-steering-when-driving.267858/ invalid@example.com (KrisHolden) KrisHolden
Today, on rainy day, I was entering a corner at a sensible speed when all of a sudden as I turned the steering wheel to the left to keep in my lane, a error displayed showing something along the lines of:

Power steering assistance unavailable. Service Power Steering

With strength, I got through the sharp corner and pulled over. The steering wheel became very heavy to use. I then turned the car on and off and everything worked fine again.

I have had the VF Calais V...

Sudden Loss of Power Steering WHEN DRIVING]]> 546 Transmission and power steering coolers Mon, 16 Sep 2019 13:41:14 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/transmission-and-power-steering-coolers.278268/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/transmission-and-power-steering-coolers.278268/ invalid@example.com (Gavkat09) Gavkat09
Is it worth getting a kit like this
http://www.vpw.com.au/Category/Index/511776

Or just getting a generic one like this and plumbing it up
https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/19-Row-...222055?hash=item259e92f8e7:g:HfQAAOSwKFpa6RtN]]> 10 How would you do it (Security) Mon, 16 Sep 2019 13:36:56 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/how-would-you-do-it-security.278352/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/how-would-you-do-it-security.278352/ invalid@example.com (VFSV6FORME) VFSV6FORME
How would you do it (Security)]]> 12 Door puddle lamps Mon, 16 Sep 2019 13:06:33 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/door-puddle-lamps.278190/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/door-puddle-lamps.278190/ invalid@example.com (timd29) timd29 Thanks]]> 5 Pulling to the left Mon, 16 Sep 2019 13:01:59 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/pulling-to-the-left.43952/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/pulling-to-the-left.43952/ invalid@example.com (MikesVT) MikesVT Does this just mean I need a wheel alignment? Or is there something seriously buggered with my front end, suspension has already been worked on (had the problem before and after the front...

Pulling to the left]]> 28 VX Drivers window issue electric type Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:28:06 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vx-drivers-window-issue-electric-type.278356/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vx-drivers-window-issue-electric-type.278356/ invalid@example.com (Betterthanfabio) Betterthanfabio
VX Drivers window issue electric type]]> 13 Ve V6 2008 miner misfire/ chucking under accelaration Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:20:58 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/ve-v6-2008-miner-misfire-chucking-under-accelaration.278258/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/ve-v6-2008-miner-misfire-chucking-under-accelaration.278258/ invalid@example.com (Alec Price) Alec Price Really struggling with my wife’s VE 2008 V6 sports wagon. It has a minor misfire and chugs under normal driving but if you put your boot into hard it goes as expected. It’s a well serviced car to the book 212ks on it. Problem is getting worse without it throwing up any codes. Recently changed pre cat and post cat O2sensors can’t find any vacuum leeks. Can anybody help please as about to head off to the Gold Coast from vic on a family holiday
Thanks in advance]]> 9 VS Statesman/Caprice boot garnish Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:03:28 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vs-statesman-caprice-boot-garnish.278353/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vs-statesman-caprice-boot-garnish.278353/ invalid@example.com (Mat98caprice) Mat98caprice

Just sharing for those on the hunt for replacement boot garnish..
This guy had 2 left and I bought 1 a few months ago..

It’s quite expensive but for me it was worth it.. it’s brand new in the box

https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com.au/ulk/itm/223613395878]]> 9 Hướng dẫn đăng nhập W88, rất đơn giản và dễ hiểu Mon, 16 Sep 2019 12:01:40 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/h%C6%B0%E1%BB%9Bng-d%E1%BA%ABn-%C4%91%C4%83ng-nh%E1%BA%ADp-w88-r%E1%BA%A5t-%C4%91%C6%A1n-gi%E1%BA%A3n-v%C3%A0-d%E1%BB%85-hi%E1%BB%83u.278361/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/h%C6%B0%E1%BB%9Bng-d%E1%BA%ABn-%C4%91%C4%83ng-nh%E1%BA%ADp-w88-r%E1%BA%A5t-%C4%91%C6%A1n-gi%E1%BA%A3n-v%C3%A0-d%E1%BB%85-hi%E1%BB%83u.278361/ invalid@example.com (oniison12312) oniison12312
Hướng dẫn đăng nhập W88, rất đơn giản và dễ hiểu]]> 5.0 Litre VT SS Worth Anything Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:57:13 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/5-0-litre-vt-ss-worth-anything.255666/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/5-0-litre-vt-ss-worth-anything.255666/ invalid@example.com (HOLDENLOVER1998) HOLDENLOVER1998 Second: Would a 1999 VT II HBD Calais LS1 be worth anything in the future. I currently have the ls1 and thinking of maybe buying a 5.0l..What are your thoughts guys???]]> 19 bosch injectors? Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:45:59 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/bosch-injectors.278351/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/bosch-injectors.278351/ invalid@example.com (VPRob) VPRob https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/6-x-Bosch-Injectors-fit-Holden-Commodore-VN-VG-VP-VR-VS-VT-VQ-V6-0280150960/293180161584?
Anyone...

bosch injectors?]]> 5 ZB Commodore Dead Man Walking Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:40:40 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/zb-commodore-dead-man-walking.277711/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/zb-commodore-dead-man-walking.277711/ invalid@example.com (southerncross) southerncross https://autoweek.com/article/car-news/end-buick-cars-us-near

ZB Commodore manufactured in Germany is skating on thin ice.]]> 110 Full comprehensive insurance quotes for VK Group C replica? Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:29:41 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/full-comprehensive-insurance-quotes-for-vk-group-c-replica.278340/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/full-comprehensive-insurance-quotes-for-vk-group-c-replica.278340/ invalid@example.com (Lacksballs) Lacksballs
Full comprehensive insurance quotes for VK Group C replica?]]> 3 Leo's 99 VT Series II SS Mon, 16 Sep 2019 11:17:10 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/leos-99-vt-series-ii-ss.123468/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/leos-99-vt-series-ii-ss.123468/ invalid@example.com (ausleo) ausleo
[​IMG][​IMG]

Model: VT SS Series II

Build Date: 08/1999

Colour: White

Engine: 5.7L V8

Kms: 178xxxkms

Transmission: 4 Spd Auto

Exhaust: Factory Original

Front Brakes: Drilled and Slotted Disc with Bendix Stealth Pads

Rear Brakes: Slotted Discs with old pads which need replacing soon.

Suspension: FE2...

Leo's 99 VT Series II SS]]> 22 Statesman weekend cruiser project Mon, 16 Sep 2019 10:56:02 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/statesman-weekend-cruiser-project.211972/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/statesman-weekend-cruiser-project.211972/ invalid@example.com (someguy360) someguy360
I was looking for ages for something different for summer cruising (after selling my old weekend warrior) I looked at some some VK's XD's XF's then looked at VN SS's and VR/VS SS's and I couldn't find anything that suited my pickyness when it came to condition. Then by chance I ended up finding this for sale after I had stopped looking.

I was amazed I found such a clean, original and untouched example of a 20+ year old car. (only catch was it needed a rebuild/new engine due to...

Statesman weekend cruiser project]]> 576 Brake job quote . Is it excessive ? Mon, 16 Sep 2019 10:53:26 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/brake-job-quote-is-it-excessive.278300/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/brake-job-quote-is-it-excessive.278300/ invalid@example.com (Ron Burgundy) Ron Burgundy I was just quoted $700 to install new rotors and pads (which I am supplying).
The quote states 4.2hrs of labour and $220 bucks for caliper bolts....
Does this sound excessive?

I know for fact I can source the bolts cheaper through ebay...but I don't see how this job takes 4 hours ?!

I reckon this should not take more than 2 hrs in a professional workshop...]]> 72 Thoughts Throttle controller Mon, 16 Sep 2019 10:46:33 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/thoughts-throttle-controller.278342/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/thoughts-throttle-controller.278342/ invalid@example.com (Jack84) Jack84 https://www.revhigh.com.au/product-...-vf-v8-holden-commodore-l77-ls3-afm-chip-tune

I don't plan on upgrading the cam or extractors/Cats so no point getting it tuned... Has anyone got one of these or know anyone that has if so what are they like?]]> 7 Cold start rattle on LS3 - piston slap :) Engine replaced Mon, 16 Sep 2019 10:04:04 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/cold-start-rattle-on-ls3-piston-slap-engine-replaced.267349/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/cold-start-rattle-on-ls3-piston-slap-engine-replaced.267349/ invalid@example.com (Ron Burgundy) Ron Burgundy
Today I ended up consulting Sonny from Autowerks....and for those who are not familiar, he is one of the best and most reputable engine builders and tuners in NSW.

He saw the videos I took and told me he knew exactly what the issue was.

EXCESS...

Cold start rattle on LS3 - piston slap :) Engine replaced]]> 259 Deuce's new daily - 1970 series2a LWB Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:28:43 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/deuces-new-daily-1970-series2a-lwb.277200/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/deuces-new-daily-1970-series2a-lwb.277200/ invalid@example.com (Deuce) Deuce So without further adue, here is my 1970 series2a long wheelbase (109") LandRover:...

Deuce's new daily - 1970 series2a LWB]]> 37 Price on selling vr v6 t5 conversion. Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:22:57 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/price-on-selling-vr-v6-t5-conversion.278338/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/price-on-selling-vr-v6-t5-conversion.278338/ invalid@example.com (MrVR263) MrVR263 4 Starter motor woes Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:11:25 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/starter-motor-woes.278344/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/starter-motor-woes.278344/ invalid@example.com (bluevhsle) bluevhsle Hopefully someone can give me a solution to my issue.
Vh 308 auto, clicking starter, will not turn over.
Replaced solenoid as a precaution.
Same.
Ran a wire from 12v side of solenoid to ignition terminal on solenoid, click. Won’t turn over.
Ran wire from 12v side of solenoid to starter wire, the one from solenoid to the starter body, starter spins.
What the hell is wrong?
Thanks]]> 9 Vb to Vk boot rust Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:01:31 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vb-to-vk-boot-rust.278348/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vb-to-vk-boot-rust.278348/ invalid@example.com (Andkno21) Andkno21 3 'fuel gage error' displayed, ute wont start Mon, 16 Sep 2019 09:00:22 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/fuel-gage-error-displayed-ute-wont-start.99390/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/fuel-gage-error-displayed-ute-wont-start.99390/ invalid@example.com (mickey007) mickey007
I have just purchased a 2005 VZ S Holden Ute from an auction house, it has been sitting around for some time as they usually do so ran out of fuel as well as battery.
I put 17 litres of fuel in it and a jump start but no luck so far but lights work.
It displays 'FUEL GAGE ERROR CONTACT DEALER' on the dash.

Please help if you have any suggestions of what I can try next.

Mick]]> 45 Aussieakito's VY SS Manual Mon, 16 Sep 2019 08:46:13 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/aussieakitos-vy-ss-manual.228640/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/aussieakitos-vy-ss-manual.228640/ invalid@example.com (aussieakito) aussieakito Aussies VY SS​
Model: VY SS HBD
Engine: 5.7L Ls1

Transmission: 6 speed manual Ripshifted heavy duty self adjusting Xtreme clutch
Kilometres: 70,000km

Exterior:
- HID Headlights
- Diamond Visions
- LED parkers
- LED No. Plate lights
- Chrome Exhaust tips
- 20%...

Aussieakito's VY SS Manual]]> 603 Correct caliper bolts Mon, 16 Sep 2019 08:22:45 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/correct-caliper-bolts.274203/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/correct-caliper-bolts.274203/ invalid@example.com (Ron Burgundy) Ron Burgundy Also what would be the part number for front calipers as well ?]]> 38 VE Dash strips in Rado Silver? Mon, 16 Sep 2019 08:18:27 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/ve-dash-strips-in-rado-silver.278339/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/ve-dash-strips-in-rado-silver.278339/ invalid@example.com (Farnarkle) Farnarkle If so, any hints on part number or what model/s they were used on?
After 10 years I’m not likin’ the look of the micro silver.]]> 6 Abs and air bag warning Mon, 16 Sep 2019 07:42:29 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/abs-and-air-bag-warning.278337/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/abs-and-air-bag-warning.278337/ invalid@example.com (Troy.j) Troy.j 4 Drivers Side Rear Window Removal Mon, 16 Sep 2019 07:34:10 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/drivers-side-rear-window-removal.278360/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/drivers-side-rear-window-removal.278360/ invalid@example.com (philblay) philblay
ANy idea or have links to pictures, instruction on how to remove the window? My actuator wires are all stuffed and twisted SO i need ot remove it. I have undone all the bolts i can see and the ones holding the windo in however still cant get hte glass out or the controller.

cheers]]> 2 what did you do to your car today? Mon, 16 Sep 2019 07:24:05 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/what-did-you-do-to-your-car-today.148258/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/what-did-you-do-to-your-car-today.148258/ invalid@example.com (ari666) ari666
what did you do?]]> 6953 GIF of the Day Mon, 16 Sep 2019 07:14:32 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/gif-of-the-day.120793/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/gif-of-the-day.120793/ invalid@example.com (Jecs) Jecs
GIF of the Day]]> 1350 VY DLR Head lights, any good, please give any feedback Mon, 16 Sep 2019 07:06:59 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vy-dlr-head-lights-any-good-please-give-any-feedback.278211/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vy-dlr-head-lights-any-good-please-give-any-feedback.278211/ invalid@example.com (fragger) fragger View attachment 206755]]> 2 X-Force Exhaust or Di Filippo Mon, 16 Sep 2019 07:03:09 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/x-force-exhaust-or-di-filippo.278266/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/x-force-exhaust-or-di-filippo.278266/ invalid@example.com (fragger) fragger 1