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  1. andyos

    98 HSV clubsport draining new battery Intermitant

    Hi, I own a 98 VT Clubsport 5 litre and have owned it for 4 years without too many problems. Several weeks ago my old car battery went flat twice within a few days when i went to start it in the morning, so i bought a new battery. To my surprise after 2 days this also went flat, so flat that the...
  2. andyos

    You have to download the manuals.There are 2 links.The rapidshare ones are for VT VX VY manual...

    You have to download the manuals.There are 2 links.The rapidshare ones are for VT VX VY manual and the other is the holden service dept manual. VT VX HOLDEN DEALERSHIP REPAIR MANUAL[www.pirateuropa.com] Torrent - btjunkie RapidShare: 1-CLICK Web hosting - Easy Filehosting
  3. andyos

    VX Altezza lights

    I bought my off ebay new for a good price and they arrived very quickly and have had no problems. When you install them be sure to spend some time adjusting them as they are all over the place and you will get flashed from oncoming motorists. When i installed mine on my clubby i wish i had of...
  4. andyos

    VX wagon with a replacement engine need info

    Thanks M8 but it still dosnt really clarify a model or year....
  5. andyos

    VX wagon with a replacement engine need info

    Thanks for your reply but i have only found the vin number explanation in the book, can't find an explanation of the engine number. I had a mechanic tell me it may be from a VS but i would like another opinion.... I have found this info so far but it still hasn't answered my question what model...
  6. andyos

    VX wagon with a replacement engine need info

    Hi Guys, Hoping someone could help me. Got a 2nd car a VX wagon that we bought last week and it has had a replacement Ecotec engine put in it. I am wondering if anyone could tell me what model car it is from..... Engine Number VH453916 I also have a problem with the wipers. The...
  7. andyos

    Pics of VT Clubsports

    Hi M8, Here is some pics of mine.... http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd355/andyfeeos/KIF_3077.jpg http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd355/andyfeeos/KIF_3076.jpg http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd355/andyfeeos/KIF_2755.jpg...
  8. andyos

    You have to download the manuals.There are 2 links.The rapidshare ones are for VT VX VY manual...

    You have to download the manuals.There are 2 links.The rapidshare ones are for VT VX VY manual and the other is the holden service dept manual. VT VX HOLDEN DEALERSHIP REPAIR MANUAL[www.pirateuropa.com] Torrent - btjunkie RapidShare: 1-CLICK Web hosting - Easy Filehosting
  9. andyos

    .

    If you have you're heart set on one of these then i personally would go VT calais. But for around 10k you could get a VT 5l Clubsport. Just my 2 cents worth....
  10. andyos

    You have to download the manuals.There are 2 links.The rapidshare ones are for VT VX VY manual...

    You have to download the manuals.There are 2 links.The rapidshare ones are for VT VX VY manual and the other is the holden service dept manual. VT VX HOLDEN DEALERSHIP REPAIR MANUAL[www.pirateuropa.com] Torrent - btjunkie RapidShare: 1-CLICK Web hosting - Easy Filehosting
  11. andyos

    You have to download the manuals.There are 2 links.The rapidshare ones are for VT VX VY manual...

    You have to download the manuals.There are 2 links.The rapidshare ones are for VT VX VY manual and the other is the holden service dept manual. VT VX HOLDEN DEALERSHIP REPAIR MANUAL[www.pirateuropa.com] Torrent - btjunkie RapidShare: 1-CLICK Web hosting - Easy Filehosting
  12. andyos

    Painting VX Dash Surround... Help!?!

    I can offer some advice. I done mine and it has only 1 or 2 minor scratches after 1 1/2 years.First sand back with wet n dry.Then paint in primer 2 or 3 coats.Then buy some VHT paint from Autobahn in the colour you want and spray at least 3 coats.Lastly buy some clear coat and paint another 2 or...
  13. andyos

    Removing rear passenger air vent surround

    Yes you need to remove the whole console.
  14. andyos

    changing dash pad

    Yes check your heater core for leakage.Very common problem and requires dash removal to fix.
  15. andyos

    repair manual

    PM me M8 i can help you out....
  16. andyos

    99 vt passengers side footwell leaking water

    Havn't had this problem myself but i heard of a person who had water leak coming in from mirror. Don't know if this is any help.....
  17. andyos

    what spray paint

    I gave a light sand with fine wet and dry.Washed.Then used 2 coats of primer.Used a can of VHT vinyl spray from Autobahn.Lastly use a can of clear coat to really make it shine.Mine has held up for 18 months now no prob and everyone who sees it comments on it...
  18. andyos

    Few quick VX questions?

    When i installed my aftermarket SONY stereo i did what GMMAD said and bought a wiring loom on ebay so i could wire the Sony stereo loom to the wiring loom i bought on ebay,you dont even need to do this in the car you can sit at the kitchen table and do it.Then its just a case of disconnecting...
  19. andyos

    Coulson Seats into VT

    Hi M8. Ive owned an SS and now my clubsport with Leather Coulson seats and the Coulson seats win hands down for both looks and comfort. When it comes to leather you either love or hate them and i personally believe they look a million bucks and are far more classy than cloth trim. In summer if...
  20. andyos

    VT sunroof

    Hey mate i have seen a couple of original sunroofs on ebay over the last few weeks.If you can get one of them that would be the way to go....
  21. andyos

    .

    Yep the clutch gromet is easiest
  22. andyos

    VT VX Mirrors with indicators

    I like the look of them but i wonder about the wiring because the factory wiring needs to be modified because these wont connect to the existing plug.You would also have to wire up the indicators which may not be that hard......
  23. andyos

    Got a 1998 vt Senator with the

    Sorry i worded it wrong but you know what i mean....
  24. andyos

    Got a 1998 vt Senator with the

    We are talking series 1 here right??? I know with the VT GTS it came with a 220i stock which was the 5.0l (304) V8 which HSV stroked out to 5.7l (not to be confused with the series 2 Gen III 5.7l) I believe that other HSVs could be optioned up when bought.... Check out this page.... HSV Senator...
  25. andyos

    98 VT SS 5L, stock exhaust. anyone got any vids of one?

    Id say you probably will want to change it and at least get a catback system. My HSV system was too quiet and put on a 3" catback system coz i wanted it to be heard....
  26. andyos

    VS & VT 304 Engine

    I have regulary seen HSV VT motors on ebay for around $1000 to $1500.So i would be looking to source one there if i were you.
  27. andyos

    VT/VX/VY HSV/Calais/Monaro Satin Chrome Handles

    Yep they fit got em in my VT Clubby
  28. andyos

    2 questions about vt/vx

    One other piece of advice.... Take a photo of your dash cluster before you remove the needles so you can place them back in the same position, otherwise your needles may not read correctly
  29. andyos

    Ignition barrel. HELP!

    This has happened to me twice, they have a pin that runs from behind where the key is inserted in the barrel to a round plastic holder with wires from the rear of it to start the car and a pin breaks that runs from the barrel to this plastic holder resulting in the key turning freely... Firstly...
  30. andyos

    Info on ESS please

    Dunno about series 2 but in my series 1 clubby it is in the glove box.I believe later ones may have been near the steering column.
  31. andyos

    Post your painted dash pics

    Here is mine to match the satin chrome Vyss vents and Pedals... Pictures by andyfeeos - Photobucket <div style="width:480px;text-align:right;"><embed width="480" height="360"...
  32. andyos

    advice for first timer buffing my car

    Hi just wondering if anyone has any tips on buffing my car. I want to remove some small and mediun scratches etc. Also whats the best products to use.I was looking at a maguires medium cutting compound.Is this ok? Does this require another polish/product after applying and buffing? Thanks in...
  33. andyos

    VT SS HSV 195 question.

    In my 5.0L Clubsport the things that was changed by HSV to achieve 195 kw was HSV extractors to 2 1/4 stainless HSV exhaust system, cold air intake and the chip tuned by HSV with the exhaust to get 195kw instead of 175kw. Hsv also changed the cam and had roller rockers in the engine.From what i...
  34. andyos

    Ignition Barrel cactus

    I had this problem a couple of months ago in my VT and also in my old VR. Will try to explain the best i can... This will get your car home but you will need to have the barrel repaired. The barrel has a rod that is attached at one end to where the key is inserted and the other end of the rod...
  35. andyos

    Altezza Low Beam Adjustment

    Ive got these too.How did you go doing the drivers one because it looks like you need to remove the battery to adjust it.Then you wouldnt know where they are pointing.
  36. andyos

    Brake and exhaust pedal.

    I fitted a set of VY SS pedals on mine.The Brake pedal you just pull the rubber one off and fit the new one on.The accelerator pedal is a bit tricky and easier to do if you remove the pedal assembly from the car.You have to lay on your back and look right up the shaft of the accelerator pedal...
  37. andyos

    What type VT Series 2 front disc's to get.

    Well i would either go new standard set of front rotors which should be the cheapest option (plenty on ebay) if you are not looking at performance,heard RDA or DBA are good brands. I just fitted a set of slotted DBA rotors on mine and they are great and only about $30 or so bucks more than...
  38. andyos

    strange sounds,rubbing sqweky vt clubsport195i

    My clubby was a bit noisy in the rear and i thought diff was stuffed.I changed diff oil and problem solved....
  39. andyos

    dash painted phots please

    Heres Mine.. I used VHT Vinyl Dye Silver Satin SP-946 bought at autobahn.... http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd355/andyfeeos/KIF_2747.jpg http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd355/andyfeeos/KIF_3076.jpg http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd355/andyfeeos/KIF_3077.jpg
  40. andyos

    removing/painting dash fascia

    I purchased from autobahn.... VHT Vinyl Dye Silver Satin SP-946 Matches the satin chrome vents etc almost perfect....
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