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    Supercharging L77 in 2021

    Hi all, just want to gain some insight on supercharging the L77 and whether there's better options. Bit out about my SS, it's an Auto (lol) used as a daily (will be a weekend-er soon). Basic mods at the moment, full exhaust, OTR intake and tune (266rwkw). Now that's out of the way. I've heard...
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    Dyno tune in melbourne ?

    RevHigh boys know their stuff. Had a bunch of stuff to my SS done there. Plus they're affordable. They do deals on an OTR+tune for around $1k
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    Engine bay - What's causing this sound

    https://streamable.com/y575w6 VE SS L77, sounds like one of the belts but doesn't seem to be coming from that area? Noticed it after a short drive last night. It kept coming and going lasting about 30secs to a minute
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    What’s causing this rattle on front right brake?

    I just replaced the rotors on my front wheels on my ve standard SS and I’ve now got some sort of rattle. ive got no idea what’s causing it, it rattles when I’m cruising and even while braking. I put the same pads back on, they’re In the correct way (inner and outer as specified in writing on...
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    Tyre blew after 7000km

    Cause is unknown at the moment. Got home from work night before, no issues. Drove to work next morning, 30 mins in tyre just started to deflate on the fwy. No kerbs hit or anything like that. I've attached some (bad) photos. Any recommendations for new tyres? I assume anything Pirelli or...
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    Tyre blew after 7000km

    Hey guys, I've got 20inch hsvi vf barettas on my SS, with powertrack cityracing tyres (225 35 20). The tyres were put on brand new as part of the roadworthy back in April. I've done around 7000kms on the car since and yesterday the rear right blew. Is that just the norm with shitty tyres? Or...
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    What to do next?

    Thanks guys. Yeah already tuned. How much would a good upgraded diff set me back?
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    What to do next?

    Just another fool who thought getting a full exhaust would be "enough". What other power mods could I do to my daily SS to get a bit more of a kick out of it? I've got a full Xforce system (1&3/4, 2.5" catback) and a VCM OTR. The car is currently sitting at 266rwkw. What can I do for around...
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    3inch Mufflers on 2.5inch Cat Back?

    Managed to score some 3inch J pipe mufflers for a steal. However I've got a 2.5inch cat back. Is there any sort of adaptor kinda thingy I can get that would get them to fit properly? Perhaps a special type of gasket? Or maybe take it to an exhaust shop? I'm able to fit the left side with no...
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    How to get more noise out of a full exhaust?

    Would I have to take it to an exhaust shop for that where they'll do some welding? Or can I buy some straight pipes for that bit that bolt on?
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    How to get more noise out of a full exhaust?

    Those replies made me giggle @Not_An_Abba_Fan Thanks for the response. I do have a VCM OTR fitted. I've got hotdogs at the centre already. Would removing straight piping the centre do much?
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    How to get more noise out of a full exhaust?

    I've had an Xforce, 1 3/4 headers, 3inch cats into 2.5inch cat back system on my SS for a few months now. Starting to get a little bored of the sound. Any ideas to get the car a little louder? Would hot dogging or deleting the rear mufflers make much of a difference? Or would I need to get...
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    New ve ss V8 6.0 auto ute

    Definitely do transmission oil & filter. Probably suss out the spark plugs and leads too, they're due for a change at that mileage (if they haven't been changed already). Also, brake fluid, power steering fluid, and you could throw in a cabin air filter which is often neglected. Coolant too...
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    Rotors: Bendix vs DBA

    More specifically then Bendix rotors in the link below vs DBA T2 rotors. I've got a standard SS so no big brakes. Brakes are almost due replacing. How does Bendix compare to DBA. The Bendix Rotors in link below are only slightly cheaper than DBA T2 however they're on special at the moment...
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    Transmission fluid change 2012 Holden VE SV6 Series 2 Commodore wagon

    +1 for the 1L pump from sca. Did both my trans and diff with it
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    Transmission problem

    Had same problem
  17. M

    Is this my upper radiator hose that burst?

    @krusing thank you!! Will give that a go. Can't wait to get it all done tomorrow. It's only been a couple days without the SS but it's been very tough
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    Is this my upper radiator hose that burst?

    Ahhh I see why it costs a lot for labour to get them done. Thanks, will give it a go. Got a VCM OTR so might as well clean the filter while I'm at it
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    Is this my upper radiator hose that burst?

    Ok so got the parts. Upper hose is done, clamps were pain in the ass As for the lower hose, I managed to get the top half off, but how do I get the bottom half (that connects to the radiator) off? There's very little room to work with
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    Is this my upper radiator hose that burst?

    Thanks all. @krusing thanks a lot for that. Helps a bunch with buying correct parts!
  21. M

    Is this my upper radiator hose that burst?

    Oops. Fixed it. Thanks Not the best photo
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    Is this my upper radiator hose that burst?

    Noob alert. Just had my radiator hose burst. Is this my upper or lower hose? Need to know before I order the part as I have a habit of buying incorrect parts lol I'm gonna assume it's the upper https://pasteboard.co/JhKwOtJ.jpg
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    Check Engine Light - Code P0059

    Thanks for the advice mate. Since they seem pretty pricey and I just forked out a fair bit on mods, I'd rather not replace them all if possible. So which one is bank 2 sensor 1?
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    Check Engine Light - Code P0059

    :( code just came back today. Would the full exhaust be responsible for this? Should I take it back where it was done to get the codes cleared?
  25. M

    Check Engine Light - Code P0059

    Thanks mate. Read another thread that mentioned a battery on its way out could cause such a code. Just put a brand new battery in now and problem solved!!
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    Check Engine Light - Code P0059

    Had a check engine light come up today on the VE SS L77. Scanned the car with my cheap OBDII scanner and got code P0059. The cars got 126xxxkms. I've done 200+kms since I put in new spark plugs & leads, and about 120kms since getting a full exhaust, vcm cai and tune. I'm gonna assume one of...
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    Very slight misfires

    Hmm if it gets any worse I will buy a gap tool and check the plugs I do have a cheap scan tool which doesn't throw any codes
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    Very slight misfires

    I've had my VE SS for about 2 months now, and about 2 weeks ago I noticed a bit of stuttering while it's idling. It's not noticeable when the engine is cold, quite noticeable when it's been running for 10-15 mins, then barely noticeable when engine has been running for about 30. I've gone ahead...
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    Did I damage my spark plug leads?

    Ok awesome. So I'll definitely know if one falls out haha
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    Did I damage my spark plug leads?

    Just changed the spark plugs and leads on the leads on my VE SS L77. Everything went pretty smoothly. Except when I pushed the spark plug lead into the ignition coil, I feel I may have done it too hard, as I heard a click for every lead (not sure if hearing a click is normal). Anyway, when I...
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    Led headlights

    Oops forgot about this thread. Just an update on the LEDs, after I turned them on again there was no more smoke. Maybe they just had some dust in them or something. Also to add to the discussion, my lights are quite bright, not overly intense compared to a lot of the cars that have OEM led...
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    Led headlights

    Are they not legal if they are within the legal lumen range?
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    Led headlights

    Oops wrong link haha. Yeah deff got h7s
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    Led headlights

    I just installed a pair of led headlights on my VE SS off ebay and I noticed a tiny bit of smoke(?) being released into the headlight. The lights are 72w, is the extra 17w an issue? The lights have good reviews from what I can see...
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    Brake bleeding

    Gonna bleed the breaks on my VE SS S2 tomorrow as the pedal feels quite spongy. I've read a few threads and gathered some helpful tips, such as: it's a good idea to slam the breaks before bleeding to activate abs and get some air out of the system that way. What I'm after is: what size spanner...
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    Grease nipples

    Ouch. That's disappointing. Another way to empty my pockets on suspension parts
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    Grease nipples

    How many grease nipples are on the VE (S2)? What can be greased? Is it worth buying a grease gun and doing it myself? Or just take it to the local mechanic?
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    Differential fluid change

    I bought Penrite pro gear gl5 75w-85. I believe it's on clearance at the moment. That combined with the frenzy code is explains the price. I did receive a call today saying that 2 of the closest SCA stores that have remaining stock only have 1 bottle left each lol. So gotta pay a visit to both...
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    Differential fluid change

    Managed to grab 2x 1l bottles from SCA for less than $20 (thanks to frenzy sale) Some helpful tips. Thanks guys @ChRiDDa might give this one a go. Thanks
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    Differential fluid change

    Just finished doing trans fluid and coolant, time to do diff fluid. Since the stuff is pretty expensive, how much litres will I need? Any special tools required other than basic hand tools and an oil pump? Thanks
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