Just Commodores Welcome to Just Commodores, a site specifically designed for all people who share the same passion as yourself. Wed, 02 Oct 2019 18:18:19 +0000 Wed, 02 Oct 2019 18:18:19 +0000 Just Commodores https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/ Intake spacer nd plenum spacer installed Wed, 02 Oct 2019 18:09:20 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/intake-spacer-nd-plenum-spacer-installed.278579/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/intake-spacer-nd-plenum-spacer-installed.278579/ invalid@example.com (Schwarz) Schwarz Finally installed yesterday gave it a good drive tonight
Results? Certainly a little more torque on take off or cornering onto a Hill and up
See how it goes
Both were 12mm]]> 3 GIF of the Day Wed, 02 Oct 2019 18:07:10 +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]]> 1369 Pic of the day thread - Read rules in first post before posting Wed, 02 Oct 2019 18:00:48 +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]]> 4351 Automotive Porn - read rules in first post Wed, 02 Oct 2019 17:57:38 +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]]> 8322 Installing HUD into non HUD vehicle. Wed, 02 Oct 2019 16:01:30 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/installing-hud-into-non-hud-vehicle.277509/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/installing-hud-into-non-hud-vehicle.277509/ invalid@example.com (Cam-ralph) Cam-ralph
I know that it can be fitted into any VF and it requires removing the entire dash, cutting a hole in it, fitting the HUD tapping into the correct 5 wires in the correct wiring loom and then refitting the dash and a speedo cluster hood with the HUD cut out.

What am having trouble with is finding the correct 5 wires to tap into and knowing the exact place to cut the hole.

I also know...

Installing HUD into non HUD vehicle.]]> 72 New family car - Subaru ? Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:57:45 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/new-family-car-subaru.278585/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/new-family-car-subaru.278585/ invalid@example.com (Ron Burgundy) Ron Burgundy I am really drawn to Subaru Levorg STI but I never owned Subaru and dont know much about them. Are those turbo boxer engines reliable ?

Something like this
https://www.carsales.com.au/cars/de...-20-STI-Sport-V1-Auto-AWD-MY18/SSE-AD-6077483]]> 34 Fuel injector failure Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:54:38 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/fuel-injector-failure.273845/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/fuel-injector-failure.273845/ invalid@example.com (jono67) jono67
I have a May 2015 series 1 SSV, and had an injector fail back in June this year (got the 'flashing engine' warning light along with the 'service ESP' warning light, with the engine misfiring). Injector for cylinder #8 was tested by Holden dealer and found injector resistance to be too high. So I thought, well, a one off.

Last week I had another one go in the same fashion. The dealer spoke to...

Fuel injector failure]]> 265 Deciding what to get VF or VF series 2. Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:51:35 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/deciding-what-to-get-vf-or-vf-series-2.278226/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/deciding-what-to-get-vf-or-vf-series-2.278226/ invalid@example.com (VE_CalaisV8) VE_CalaisV8
I'm currently driving a VF SV6 wagon which I love, but missing the power of my VE V8 calais I had which had 260rwkw. It's time for an upgrade but I am undecided what direction to go.
My budget for total spend would allow to either buy a VF series 1 Calais (I love the sleeper look) with $10K-$12K of mods or a series 2 Calais which would leave me a budget of $5K of mods. I know the LS3 is superior to the L77 but I don't know if I'm better off with a series 1 with full exhaust,...

Deciding what to get VF or VF series 2.]]> 57 Vx no radiator pressure Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:43:24 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vx-no-radiator-pressure.278603/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vx-no-radiator-pressure.278603/ invalid@example.com (Vxutehrt) Vxutehrt It has a lot of brown build up inside radiator but not oil. Oil looks ok, the digital engine temp says it's only about 100c but seems hotter to be honest.
Also there is no pressure is Radiator hoses they seem soft?
Any ideas I'm going to buy new radiator cap in morning but not sure]]> 3 Sudden Loss of Power Steering WHEN DRIVING Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:39:54 +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]]> 556 Engine Oil Level Wed, 02 Oct 2019 14:30:57 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/engine-oil-level.250286/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/engine-oil-level.250286/ invalid@example.com (Nitro_X) Nitro_X
Why am I asking?
Had the car serviced today, so I checked the oil level because they have over filled before.

VE sedan, LY7 engine (Alloytec)]]> 19 The Research and Development Thread!! Wed, 02 Oct 2019 14:29:53 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/the-research-and-development-thread.248351/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/the-research-and-development-thread.248351/ invalid@example.com (TazzI) TazzI
My Holden Research and Development - All the stuff Im working on​


Im sure anyone thats followed my threads/work on the web knows I tend to chatter alot! And try to involve the public in testing/trying things out that Im currently working on.

So I figured why not bring that to JustCommodores, so that everyone can see what I fill my days with and the new mods/applications that Im currently developing!

Lets start...

The Research and Development Thread!!]]> 275 Best possible oil to use in alloytec v6 in summer temperatures ? Wed, 02 Oct 2019 14:07:13 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/best-possible-oil-to-use-in-alloytec-v6-in-summer-temperatures.154596/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/best-possible-oil-to-use-in-alloytec-v6-in-summer-temperatures.154596/ invalid@example.com (Shmick vz) Shmick vz ]]> 19 VZ Rough Idle - fixed Wed, 02 Oct 2019 13:35:27 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vz-rough-idle-fixed.267974/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vz-rough-idle-fixed.267974/ invalid@example.com (Silverbird) Silverbird
Posted a while ago about my rough idle issue. Had the ECU replaced which did not fix the issue. Turns out one coil had not been installed properly by the technicians at Holden. The rubber seal was damaged and let water in, which corroded the coil shaft and presumably the internal electrics. This afternoon I fitted a set of 6 new coils which cost $350 including the inlet manifold gaskets. I can't wait to drive it to work tomorrow, it's a different car.

As for the spare ECU I now...

VZ Rough Idle - fixed]]> 35 VF Random chat thread Wed, 02 Oct 2019 13:08:57 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vf-random-chat-thread.222632/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vf-random-chat-thread.222632/ invalid@example.com (RoganJosh) RoganJosh *Post all your random VF related chat/opinions/talk/whatever in here, instead of creating a new thread*


A white HSV GTS with rego "FLYGTS" NSW rego. shortish bald male driving driving along Great Western Highway from St Marys to Springwood yesterday.. He had a look at my car as we pull alongside each other at traffic lights a couple of times.

I very much like their look and he wasn't pushing it at all but it took off very quick. The owner could have chosen a better plate cover...

VF Random chat thread]]> 1168 Vehicle Storage Wed, 02 Oct 2019 13:06:15 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vehicle-storage.278076/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vehicle-storage.278076/ invalid@example.com (Merv53) Merv53 I knew I would not be driving my VF ss for a fair period so I sought the advice of Holden re
the best way to store the vehicle. Here is their reply for anyone who might be interested.

Hi Merv,

Thank you for writing to Holden customer care, we appriciate that you are doing everything you can to take care of your car! Below I have listed the recommended way to store your car for long periods of time;

Storing for days

Prep the vehicle as following:

  1. Ensure all...

Vehicle Storage]]> 16 How to upload photo to go with a question? Wed, 02 Oct 2019 12:58:00 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/how-to-upload-photo-to-go-with-a-question.278571/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/how-to-upload-photo-to-go-with-a-question.278571/ invalid@example.com (yz300) yz300 2 Installing towing wiring loom in a vy ss Ute Wed, 02 Oct 2019 12:51:26 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/installing-towing-wiring-loom-in-a-vy-ss-ute.278612/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/installing-towing-wiring-loom-in-a-vy-ss-ute.278612/ invalid@example.com (Adam Gulliver) Adam Gulliver 2 Joke of the Day Wed, 02 Oct 2019 12:27:01 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/joke-of-the-day.267892/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/joke-of-the-day.267892/ invalid@example.com (Mavericks Choice) Mavericks Choice
One woman lost it completely.

She stood up in the front of the plane and screamed, 'I'm too young to die,' she cried. Then she yelled, 'If I'm going to die, I want my last minutes on earth to be memorable! Is there anyone on this plane who can make me feel like a WOMAN?'

For a moment, there was silence. Everyone stared at the desperate woman in the...

Joke of the Day]]> 797 Questions ! I'm selling our VF Storm Wed, 02 Oct 2019 11:29:46 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/questions-im-selling-our-vf-storm.278570/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/questions-im-selling-our-vf-storm.278570/ invalid@example.com (VFSV6FORME) VFSV6FORME Can you advertise a car for sale on carsales.com or Gumtree and say after a week or so if you have a buyer that wants to buy the car and after this has happened I will get a RWC before selling it to the person. Can you do this or do you need a RWC before you advertise the car for sale.
thanks]]> 36 VZ Idle Issue Wed, 02 Oct 2019 11:12:06 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vz-idle-issue.254295/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vz-idle-issue.254295/ invalid@example.com (Drewmans Crewman) Drewmans Crewman
I have been reading all about Rough Idle issues with the VZ Alloytech 3.6 V6 and thought I would put solutions in one spot for Newbies like me.

I recently bought a Crewman to fix up from Newcastle and knew there would be some issues but am surprised at some of them in that they seem to be Common VZ and Holden issues. These issues have been around forever obviously but there doesn't seem to be definitive solutions and I thought that I would make a list of the ones I have found...

VZ Idle Issue]]> 13 Transmission change from 4l60e to 5l40e in 2007 Vz Crewman ute Wed, 02 Oct 2019 10:56:45 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/transmission-change-from-4l60e-to-5l40e-in-2007-vz-crewman-ute.278598/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/transmission-change-from-4l60e-to-5l40e-in-2007-vz-crewman-ute.278598/ invalid@example.com (Clyde Tanner) Clyde Tanner I have a 2007 Vz Crewman ute with a fully rebuilt LY7 with only 8000km on it.
It has a 4l60e transmission in it. With 215000km on it.

The car is in perfect condition inside and out, looks like it is only about 2 years old, has brand Superpro Suspension bushes and components in it.
It's 2wd, has the good leaf spring rear end and doesnt have traction control.

I have just purchased a 5l40e from a wrecked VZ SV6 witch had a complete rebuild 12000km ago.
But the guy who was wrecking it...

Transmission change from 4l60e to 5l40e in 2007 Vz Crewman ute]]> 4 VE 2010 Infotainment System CD Storage Fault Wed, 02 Oct 2019 09:47:07 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/ve-2010-infotainment-system-cd-storage-fault.278547/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/ve-2010-infotainment-system-cd-storage-fault.278547/ invalid@example.com (lovedores) lovedores I have about 14 CD's stored in the internal flash drive in my 2010 VE Berlina Sportwagon. I tried playing it and could only get the first few seconds of music looping from CD 1 track 1.
I tried to navigate to the next CD without success so then switched to radio, when I switched back to CD storage I got "No CD's Stored" message.
Does this mean the drive has failed? If so is it resettable? I am going to try loading a CD on it tomorrow and see how that pans out but failing that I am at...

VE 2010 Infotainment System CD Storage Fault]]> 4 Cam,heads,UD pulley...Happening tomorrow. Wed, 02 Oct 2019 09:05:06 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/cam-heads-ud-pulley-happening-tomorrow.278473/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/cam-heads-ud-pulley-happening-tomorrow.278473/ invalid@example.com (Tailgunner) Tailgunner DPLRBL is going to my speed shop for mild cam& headjob. And a UD pulley. And I threw in a Ripshift while I'm there.
Drop him off tomorrow after work.
L77 with full bolt ons.
Currently 280 atw.
Can I crack 350?????
If I tell them to strap it down loose AF?]]> 32 Going crazy Wed, 02 Oct 2019 09:00:06 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/going-crazy.278349/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/going-crazy.278349/ invalid@example.com (Agey20psi) Agey20psi 33 Bluetooth Phone Issue Wed, 02 Oct 2019 08:57:42 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/bluetooth-phone-issue.278611/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/bluetooth-phone-issue.278611/ invalid@example.com (Gary860) Gary860 I have removed the overhead light compartment and there is no microphone fitted as described by another post.
I have removed the passenger glovebox and I have a factory fitted bluetooth module.
It appears that the microphone was never fitted ??
Any suggestions appreciated.]]> 2 Holden Acadia - Kills ZB. Wed, 02 Oct 2019 08:50:06 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/holden-acadia-kills-zb.277118/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/holden-acadia-kills-zb.277118/ invalid@example.com (bigdaddycool) bigdaddycool 9 My new 08 SS-V Wed, 02 Oct 2019 08:20:45 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/my-new-08-ss-v.278551/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/my-new-08-ss-v.278551/ invalid@example.com (JezzRyan21) JezzRyan21 I have just purchased my first SS-V and i pick it up this week, I've never had a V8 before so this is quite new to me and exciting, Loving the power and the noise it makes.
It's lowered on Supersports, has a catback exhaust and also comes with a factory sunroof. I will probably upgrade the stereo and speakers but not much else for a little while. Happy for any suggestions people may have as well. View attachment 207094 View attachment 207095]]> 8 Snapped fuel tank return hose Wed, 02 Oct 2019 08:20:13 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/snapped-fuel-tank-return-hose.278605/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/snapped-fuel-tank-return-hose.278605/ invalid@example.com (Cherylee) Cherylee https://ibb.co/87qxWFL
https://ibb.co/LR2J0zS]]> 10 VS S pack wheels Wed, 02 Oct 2019 07:59:36 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vs-s-pack-wheels.278578/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vs-s-pack-wheels.278578/ invalid@example.com (val1) val1 25 Is it worth supercharging my V6 or selling and getting a V8? Wed, 02 Oct 2019 07:57:47 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/is-it-worth-supercharging-my-v6-or-selling-and-getting-a-v8.278586/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/is-it-worth-supercharging-my-v6-or-selling-and-getting-a-v8.278586/ invalid@example.com (Timspac) Timspac 7 Safety mode ( limp home mode) Wed, 02 Oct 2019 07:40:11 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/safety-mode-limp-home-mode.278017/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/safety-mode-limp-home-mode.278017/ invalid@example.com (Guzz) Guzz There obsolescent from Holden and cannot get an after market one. Does anyone know of someone repairing them or of the we’re abouts of new old stock. Part No FC 92183448. For WL 5.7ltr statesman caprice. Cheers]]> 7 The good old water leak Wed, 02 Oct 2019 07:39:06 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/the-good-old-water-leak.278591/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/the-good-old-water-leak.278591/ invalid@example.com (Darkreviver0) Darkreviver0
I have trawled through as many posts as I can possibly fathom in trying to find any ideas on where my car may be leaking water into the cabin. I have determined that one leak is from around the hvac unit in the firewall so I am sorting that out, but I also have a leak coming from the left rear door. I replaced the door seal that is on the body of the car as it was looking a little worse for wear but lo and behold it is still leaking, it is as if the door is not...

The good old water leak]]> 9 Suspension Wed, 02 Oct 2019 07:36:19 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/suspension.278607/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/suspension.278607/ invalid@example.com (Clubsport5972) Clubsport5972 5 new member, new RS-V wagon, new look at an old name... Wed, 02 Oct 2019 07:10:51 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/new-member-new-rs-v-wagon-new-look-at-an-old-name.278594/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/new-member-new-rs-v-wagon-new-look-at-an-old-name.278594/ invalid@example.com (arsevee) arsevee
As many of you have also done, I just ordered a 'demo' (ex-GMH) ZB.

It's a May 2018-built, November 2018-complied RS-V wagon, so has just over four years warranty left. In Absolute Red...

I came to the ZB the 'long-way 'round' - I drive between Brisbane & Hervey Bay every week and I'm currently doing so in a 2015 Golf hatch; if you've never had a Golf out for a good thrash, I highly recommend you do so - they're an absolute scream to drive. While they're a great 'city car',...

new member, new RS-V wagon, new look at an old name...]]> 4 Ron's Lemon - VF2 SS - Black edition Wed, 02 Oct 2019 06:10:26 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/rons-lemon-vf2-ss-black-edition.257150/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/rons-lemon-vf2-ss-black-edition.257150/ invalid@example.com (Ron Burgundy) Ron Burgundy

2016 VFII Black Edition
Only option added are front heavy duty brakes.




[​IMG]...

Ron's Lemon - VF2 SS - Black edition]]> 32 Advice on Transmission ve sv6 LLT Repair or swap. Wed, 02 Oct 2019 04:43:40 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/advice-on-transmission-ve-sv6-llt-repair-or-swap.278609/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/advice-on-transmission-ve-sv6-llt-repair-or-swap.278609/ invalid@example.com (Lachiewat) Lachiewat My auto transmission in my sv6 2011, LLT with 105k has just gone. Only bought the car under a year ago... And if my transmission has to be replaced, or at least all reworked. With the cost in mind. If I am already paying this much, would it be worth changing it from the blown auto to a new manual gearbox. As I’ve wanted the Manual and resell wise Manuals going to go a little easier.
(Bought from private sale, so no warranty.)
Or any recommendations of transmission...

Advice on Transmission ve sv6 LLT Repair or swap.]]> VF Stereo - Pioneer DEQ-s1000a sound processor - install notes and review Wed, 02 Oct 2019 04:40:03 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vf-stereo-pioneer-deq-s1000a-sound-processor-install-notes-and-review.278322/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/vf-stereo-pioneer-deq-s1000a-sound-processor-install-notes-and-review.278322/ invalid@example.com (trash.heap) trash.heap - Replacing the MyLink is either expensive or problematic.
- Indicators and parking assist all operates through the stereo. If you amplify it, you amplify the systems noises to excessive levels.

I wanted to leave the car as original as possible. I'm not looking for a powerhouse, I have another car for that :)....

VF Stereo - Pioneer DEQ-s1000a sound processor - install notes and review]]> 10 Youtube.com and the like videos. - KEEP IT LEGAL PLEASE! Wed, 02 Oct 2019 04:29:35 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/youtube-com-and-the-like-videos-keep-it-legal-please.42487/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/youtube-com-and-the-like-videos-keep-it-legal-please.42487/ invalid@example.com (Tasmaniak) Tasmaniak
Thanks for the idea Jecs.]]> 4150 Replacing the Mylink with a 2018+ Radio Wed, 02 Oct 2019 04:16:31 +0000 https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/replacing-the-mylink-with-a-2018-radio.277678/ https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/replacing-the-mylink-with-a-2018-radio.277678/ invalid@example.com (TazzI) TazzI 1) The screen (usually 8".. like our mylinks)
2) The receiver (This does all the audio)
3) The HMI (Human Machine Interface, this does all the video)

In comparison, the VF mylinks have only a screen and radio box, the box is basically the HMI and receiver built into one.

Newer 2018+ systems have apple car play and android auto from factory, along with playing videos and music from usb, and a...

Replacing the Mylink with a 2018+ Radio]]> 47