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These are the guys: Southwest Automotive, Campbelltown NSW 2560 - Mechanic - TrueLocal Can't be that bad right? (so I keep telling myself) Anyway, learning a lot, lesson (expensive) for reference experience. You lads at JC are great value.

Cheers for that mate, very thorough!

Yeah fair enough. How does air start to build up in the cooling system though, is it through time? Sorry for all the questions, a lot of information to take in at once... I know what some of the parts look like now that I've seen it, slowly building up knowledge. Yikes, I'm surprised you...

Also, I opened the radiator cap today to have a peak, and put it back on. Would air get into the cooling system if I remove the radiator cap?

Thanks for the feedback guys. It is true that probably only probably 2-4 parts needs replacing. In retrospect, this problem persisted for more than a couple of years from what I can remember, and I procrastinated to get it fixed due to time constraint and lack of money, it was hovering around...

Hey Guys, I'm not well versed when it comes to mechanical problems, but I regularly change the oil and filter on the VZ Exec 2005 myself. But recently, I have been experiencing Overheating problems where the temp gauge maxes out on red and the "Check Temp" signals beeps on dashboard. It usually...

I'm saving and printing it. Can do with a diagram like that... Cheers

They had Shell Helix 10w-30 which claims improves fuel economy, price was $42 for 5L, Nulon was $32 for 5L.

fullaaa, what oil do you use?

Regarding the cold start: "It exhibits excellent high temperature stability and low temperature cold start performance to cater for all operating conditions. Excellent detergent and dispersant properties protect against engine sludge and deposit formation. Phosphorus levels are controlled to...

I didn't even realise what brand, turns out to be Nulon Long Life Pre-mixed top-up. Red colour and on the front label it has V6 Alloytec as one of the specs.

Went to Autobarn today and grabbed myself 5L of this Nulon 10W-30 High Tech Fast Flowing engine oil along with coolant and some Dexron III. It claims to be "top of the range" selection of motor oils with "Advanced Additive Technology" and 36% less friction than that of industry standard motor...

Mind you I haven't paid for it yet. I have 14 days to decide whether I want to keep it or not...for that price I think I agree with some of you guys. I'll decide tomorrow.

Ok brought the car in this morning again. No greetings no explainations, no nothing. Just advised me to give them the keys and log book and told me they'll call once done. Picked it up this afternoon. Car was spotless when I brought it to them (washed it on Monday) this morning. When I picked...

they didn't have the capabilities as they were only there Fri and Sat and times are all booked out. They come sydney only once a month.

Nah, it took them like 30mins. They removed the ECU and then calibrated it on the laptop then put it back i with an electronic device, no dynos.

Went for a drive with my friend and afterwards the door stuffed up again. The door won't close, so I attempted to close it a few times and eventually it did. I made sure I didn't touch the door until I arrived home, then opened the door and tried to close it. Spent another 10 mins attempting...

Nah, they didn't do before and after dyno.

That's right.

Yeah, it's not a big deal anyway. I love my commie as it is!

Have a look at your user manual which explains a bit about how air conds work. And yes, there is noises you'd hear with the AC on you wouldn't normally hear.

The guy at Holden advised that it's just a bad apple amongst thousands. I kinda believe him, anyone had the same experience? I surely don't want another door having the same problem.

I love white commies. Well I got a black one, we can be the Yin and Yang on this forum! :thumbsup: I got mine from an Auction also, but bought her as a fixed price. Only 26450km on the clock and is ex council car. Loving her to bits, just got the Powechip done today and am enjoying her even...

Nice mod, need to assign a weekend to do it.

I don't think my VZ lights up. Only had it for two months though, haven't paid attention to that.

Used ULP, then premium, then Synergy 8000. Now have got tank of mixed fuel. Will only put 98 from now on due to my new powerchip :D

I don't think so. If there is, I wasn't aware of it. I posted mine, but got no reply from Holden, but when I went to the Holden Dealer they didn't care. They just needed the log book to see the day of purchase and service intervals, if they are reasonable intervals it shouldn't be a problem at...

You thiefs, give my thread back!! :D j/kz Went down to Autobarn and wanted to buy Nulon Pro Strength Octane Booster, went to the counter and the guy serving me asked what it was for. I told him about the Powerchip, he complimented it and then he gave me a lecture about why I shouldn't get it...

$890 + $100 (installation)

Took the car down this morning to Artarmon Sydney to get the powerchip installed with the GOLD98, claimed 192kw, 357Nm torque. Took them less than 30mins to calibrate the 'mapping' on the computer. The drive from Campbelltown to Artarmon was fine weather, but drove back in the rain. So...

Yep not wrong there. Better get some minor faults fixed before it runs out. I bought VZ Exec 2005 model end of last year, only had 26xxxkm on the clock. Only problem was a faulty actuator in one of the passenger doors. Took it to local Holden Dealer and fixed with no probs, even got them to...

Congratulations I bought my 2005 VZ Exec on the 31/12/07 and she's done only 27000km, love her to bits! Drives like new. Only initial problem was the front passenger door actuator. Brought it to Holden Dealer Service and fixed under warranty. Can't fault her now. Congrats mate!

I own a VZ Executive and have driven the company's Omega. I must admit there has been a slight improvement in the Omega in a sense that there is less lag on the accelerator on the take off. That said, I love both cars and I'll never steer away from the Commo's!

How much did it go for?

Booked the car in 8:30am, then went to work. Got a call about 4:30pm advising the actuator in the door is fixed and they've updated the software for the fuel gauge. The door opens no problems now and the handle is more springy. Overall, pretty satisfied with the result. Have to wait until it...

Have just booked it in for them to fix under warranty tomorrow. Hopefully it's smooth sailing, I will revert back with the result. Have also asked them to re-flash the fuel gauge.

Nope. I can open all other doors but the front passenger, tried all shifts as well.

Yeah, the factory warranty is transferable. but, how about the 3 years/45000km free service?

Thanks guys for your help. I think I'll leave it for now, planning to get a new car probably in four years time and it's not gonna worth the effort and trouble to invest in the LPG.

Guys, the problem is that even though all the doors are unlocked, I'm unable to open the front passenger one. I can open all others.