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Yes, you just need to run a + and - wires over from the drivers side to the passenger side to power the passenger seat electrics. If the seats have side airbags and your car doesn't, you can't connect them anyway so no hassles there.

I had a similar problem with just one headlight. Turned out to be the plug in the back of the globe had got wet at some stage even though they are sealed to a degree. This caused an intermittant connection. Open the circular cover on the back of the headlight assembly, disconnect the plug and...

Depending on service history and overall condition a higher K motor should be OK but the running gear would be starting to wear. Mines done 320K kays, haven't touched the motor but just replaced struts, ball joints, caster bushes etc. My mechnic tells me the Ecotec is good for 500K kays + if...

Easy for the elecs - splice in 2 wires from the drivers seat and run over or around to the passenger side. Crimp on 2 shielded spade connectors and they both fit into the seat plug as it is a larger connector. No need for looms or buying plugs.

Just a quick note, I have a Series 1 VX Berlina with climate (sun sensor), variable dimmer switch for dash and programable headlight delay timer. I purchased a VX Calais headlight switch with the auto switch, plugged it in and turned it to auto.......nothing happens in light or dark - the...

Dpending on your credit situation, it is usually better to organise or pre-approve the loan through the current financier if you are happy with them whilst you still have a loan. Lenders are happier to lend to a good current customer. Ask about any early exit penalties on your current loan if...

A lot of trouble and extra expense to go to for the sunglasses holder and lights. Took me about 10 minutes with a stanley knife to get the holder to fit, it sits perfectly and I have put a little cardboard spacer at the front so the lining is pushed down a bit near the windscreen and fits...

This happened to me, for some reason the boot height adjustment moved. I fixed it by screwing in the two black rubber adjusters that are on the underside lip of the boot a few turns. This lowered the boot a bit when closed which engaged the lock mechanism more firmly and allowed the release to...

Here is the link to VICRoads that tells you the process, I went through it last year and waited 7 months until the interstate rego had run out: Light vehicle registration : VicRoads Essentially, it is treated as a new registration so a RWC is required along with an appointment, a full...

The rebate will drop from $1750 to $1500 as of July 1 this year so try and get in quick. I just had my VX converted by South East LPG using an IMPCO style system a few weeks ago and so far it has been great. They had a special on a few weeks ago and out of pocket was $300 which I have already...

Sounds good. I was in the same boat with the electicals, had changed the plugs but no idea on leads and coil pack. During conversion they rang and said the leads well quite old and for $100 they installed Gasmaster? leads. There used to be a tiny miss and vibration on idle but now I have to...

I have not heard of Polliauto so cannot comment on that. It is said that IMPCO is the best fit for the Commodore as it provides a bit more power than the Sprintgas, but there is no problem with a Sprintgas system in general. 3 weeks ago I had an IMPCO style (copy ) system installed and it is...

One has 1 window and one has 3.............. help desk of the year award coming my way

Cabin air filters are only for the rich folk :)

OK guys - I picked up the Berlina this morning as they were down a mechanic and couldn't finish it on Friday. They had asked to replace the leads as mine were well overdue, apparently everything else electrical was OK. Conversion was $2100 so $350 out of pocket. Loan car provided. Quick visual...

Just to clarify also, I never said the system was a Holden IMPCO kit, I said it was an IMPCO style that integrates into the fuel and trip computers in the same way as the Holden IMPCO so I would not expect his installation pics to look like a factory install. The installer advised me of the...

Yes still going ahead with the install tomorrow. You have to draw the line somewhere. I work in IT and it's the same thing: IBM/DELL/NEC/HP - all do very similar jobs but some people love a particular brand and the next guy won't touch it..... The installer has 3 VT loan cars on gas with kays...

Thanks for the info strgas, interesting to hear about the different views. Out of all the mixed messages I got, the most consistent was that the OMVL or Sprint was not a suitable application for the Commodore, mostly around power loss issues? The most recommended was IMPCO.... anyway. lets see...

strgas - could you post a pic showing how you install the items you find fault with such as the securing of cables, mounting of converter, hose type and location and processer mounting and type. Out of the dozen plus installers I rang over 8 months of research, there was not one consistent...

The installer is SouthEast LPG. I spent about 8 months researching installers and ended up going in circles with conflicting infromation, kind of like when you ask someone what is the best oil or tyres to use. Some people get perfect results and some have horror stories on the same product...

VX V6 on Safeway 91. Get 770 out of 70ltrs on 50 city /50 highway. Funny thing is the DTE shows 0 from approx 650 onwards so I have to watch the fuel used counter which I fiind quite accurate. Tried E10, 95, 98 and 100 for a few months each with no difference at all in consumption, just a slight...

I am getting my VX put on a mixer system ( IMPCO style ) next Friday, it will itegrate with the existing fuel guage and trip computer etc and i lose Traction Control. After the rebate I will be $350 out of pocket I do the same trip every day, month after month and know exactly my fuel...

Sounds electrical if it's an instant cut off - fuel would more likely splutter before dying. A similar thing happened to me. Never had any problem with the car at all, drove into servcie station, filled up, went to start , dash looked normal, radio on etc and then on start there was nothing...

I've tried E10, 91,95,98 and 100 - a few months on each. The higher octane ratings felt like there was more power but I got less kays per Ltr so ended up going back to the stock 91. Each engine I've tried over the years gives different results. My old SAAB gained about 30% more power and...

Mine climbs to the same spot, between 1/4 and 1/2 and sits there regardless of -2 or +46 degrees. I guess this is what it should do if the thermosat and fans are doing their job.

There is one on ebay now with the code for $10, 5 hours to go.......... HOLDEN COMMODORE VT - VX ORIGINAL RADIO CASSETE UNIT - eBay, Other, Car Parts, Accessories, Cars, Bikes, Boats. (end time 19-Feb-10 22:01:41 AEDST)

I'm quite sure I have seen them in autobarn and have read about them in a jaycar mag. Check out those 2.

Most switches in the dash pop out and so have to be pushed from behind. You might be able to get your hand underneath and reach up or the side panel that meets the door might come off and give access from there; I can't recall exactly and I'm not near the car at the moment so just suggestions...

Just about to hit 300K. Just changed the shocks for the first time, fuel pump went a few months ago and power sterring rack has a slight weep. Other small niggly things like blown dash globes and power window stopped working. Otherwise good as gold.....touch wood. You have to love a car that...

Sold my VX Berlina seats and full door trims for $150 a few months ago on ebay

I'm not sure about the actual seat foam part fitting but if it helps I upgraded my VX Berlina to full Calais electric seats. All the smarts for the Calais are in the seat so just the power & earth wires need to be connected. As the passenger side had no electrics I spliced into the drivers side...

The handbook says the tank in the VX Series 1 is 75l If you are right greenfoam, then there are 20+ petrol stations between Melbourne and Portsea that are ripping me off - I use any station on a Wednesday to fill, not the same one, mostly E10 but also anything from RON91 to RON100 if it's...

01 VX Berlina - 292K and drives beautifully

Yes, I have removed my ticking fan from my VX Berlina. Very easy 10min job. Remove kick-plate under glove box, look under and there's the fan cover, remove cover, see fan, remove 3 bolts and plug frrom fan and it drops down. I took apart and cleaned fan, put it back in and it still ticks loudly...

Wow - 230Kays. What about the ECU itself rather than the sensors; or perhaps injectors need cleaning? My totally neglected VX V6 gets 650kays from 65l of either 91 or E10 95 with mixed driving ( stop start peak hour, some freeway, some booting it ) Once I had it at 770 kays and put in 75L which...

In my opinion, the market and car dealers benchmark pricing against the Km's a car has driven. In my experience over 20 years and many many cars the Km's a car has driven does not equate to a better, trouble free car. For example, I paid top dollar for a car with very low kays and over 2 years...

Thanks cragv, it's a VX S1. A guy at work has a VT Calais so we checked and all the things are in the same place for the engine fuse box. So we checked fuses, relays and wiring - no joy. Then my friend thumped the egde of the light and bingo!. Go figure, nothing like percussive maintenance.

Well I got it all in, not too hard with all the instructions on dash removal around the forum. I did the VY sunglasses holder at the same time so now the interior lights up like the Myer windows :) Installed calais leather interior and Nokia carkit with screen. Nearly done on the interior...

Yes - unless it's stuck you can just push the connectors towards the filter, then pull back and they should 'pop' off. I was amazed at how easily it came off. Still about a cup of petrol splashed everywhere despite de-pressurizing the system. I was prepared for an hours struggle and broken...

Thanks gc5571, the fuses are fine so I have to trace wires, check relays etc, the seach continues. Does anyone have a diagram of what fuses and relays are in the engine bay fuse box - my stick on guide under the lid is missing so I have no idea what is what, thanks.