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    Respray of alto grey VE

    Thanks for the reply. The crap thing is, I live in a regional town and I've exhausted all the wreckers around here. I did call a few in Brisbane and was quoted to Gladstone here 380 all up for dekivery.
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    Respray of alto grey VE

    Hi all Got an alto grey VE 2 berlina with a bull bar on it. I want it off and it leaves two square 2 x 2 inch holes under head lights. Now, cheapest option is to have the squares plastic welded and then respray the current bar. I was steered away from aftermarket bars as the fitment of...
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    SIDI 3.0 vs 3.6 exhaust difference

    Hired an SIDI SV6 when I was in Darwin a few weeks ago. I have a 3.0 SIDI and I noticed an immediate difference in exhaust sound. It wasn't massive but it had a much more raspier snarl which I really liked. Now, if I put on a set of ss quad tips, particularly the afm Y tips ones, will it...
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    Alloytec 3.6 or SIDI 3.0???

    Why do people always say get a V8 when noone ever asks?
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    Flush transmission VE SS.

    How much is left in the tranny just by dropping fluid? I did same thing only 15k ago, but thinking of doing it again soon just to cycle out most of the left over fluid from first change.
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    Rough idle on cold startup

    Mine seems similar and it's a bit rough only when it's cold and when it is idling higher and first start. Other than that it purrs nicely. Did you change either because it got worse or just because bad idle annoyed?
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    SV6 vs Omega Price Difference

    I was in EXACTLY the same predicament 6 months ago. I looked endlessly at SV6, Omega and Berlina wagons. At the time the SV6 series 2 wagons were on average about 5 to 6 grand more expensive than Omega's and the Berlina series 2were not far off SV6's prices. I considered a series 1 VE SV6...
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    SIDI engine mounts

    I've got a 2010 3.0 SIDI with 115kms. I've noticed the past few weeks the motor seems more "vibey". More noticeably when it's cold and after the motor settles down after the first 30 seconds or so when it idles a higher. Now it's not really bad or anything and still pretty smooth and that...
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    Auto transmission shift pattern..VY

    So checked in idle and it's sitting at mid way mark. shifts better after more fluid. But with engine off, it's sitting at a Tad after the two dots. just concerned I'll put too much fluid in.
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    Auto transmission shift pattern..VY

    I did that. But when it's on, dipstick is very low, but when off it's at normal. Do you strictly go off checking when engine is on?
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    Auto transmission shift pattern..VY

    I'm just at a loss as to how this all happened by disconnecting battery.
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    Auto transmission shift pattern..VY

    This is the part I don't get. It says on dipstick to check fluid with engine idling. Now when you check it at engine idle, it shows as real low on dipstick. But when the engine is off, it shows between the two dots. What the?
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    Auto transmission shift pattern..VY

    Hi all Got a VY V6 auto with 240km. I had changed the tranny oil about 20,000km ago and was still pretty fresh. I changed oil and filter yesterday, took it around block and all good. I went back home, I'd heard by disconnecting battery for 10min it can reset computer from shift patterns...
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    The OFFICIAL VE ALLOYTEC V6 SUPER MASSIVE FUN HAPPY TIME exhaust thread!!!!!!!11!!!!

    So let me check. I have a 3.0L sidi wagon ve2. I hired a sidi sv6 last week and I really enjoyed it's raspier snarl than my 3.0L. If I put ssv vf v8 mufflers on it, will it achieve the same thing? Mostly quiet but a nice snarl when you give it a bit? Thx. Only asking because I can get...
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    Rattling wagon tailgate!

    Hi all, Got a vy wagon. Just today, I noticed when driving, the rear tailgate rattling. Sort of like when you don't close the door properly and it rattles. Except it's locked all the way in like normal. I checked the top of the tailgate and all 4 screws are tight. Also checked the locking...
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    Series 2 ac woes..

    Mine out of warranty. Does anyone know if this costs a bucket load?
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    Colour matching alto grey?

    Not sure how to post a pic through a mobile device. But to get an idea, the hole are roughly a 3cm by 4 cm shape with one end slightly longer. The 2 holes are below the inner tip of each headlight.
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    Colour matching alto grey?

    I've got a ve2 with a bull bar on and I'd like to take it off. Would it be possible to fix the 2 holes where the bar is attached? Or would I need a new bar? I just want to work out the best option. Wreckers don't seem to have this colour in often. If i bought a second hand one and installed...
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    Series 2 ac woes..

    Thanks for your reply. The passenger side was completely normal. Was just driver side playing up. Cheers I will try that reset. How much will the replacement set you back?
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    Is alto grey hard to keep clean?

    Alto grey would have to be my favourite ve colour. I'd hardly notice it dirty, but as others have said, after a while it gets dirty but takes a while to really notice.
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    Series 2 ac woes..

    I've tried to search for these exact issues to no avail. I have an October 2010, ve2 Berlina sportswagon. Here's the shortest run-down possible: I was driving with my family on a road trip. 33c outside. Whilst at highway speeds, had the car on auto single zone 22c. Was perfect for 4 to 5...
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    Mods to increase power for series 2 SV6

    May be tongue in cheek, but as I said, buying a v8 is not an answer to the question asked. Reason is, I've asked similar questions ages ago with my old vy and I received similar responses.
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    Common SIDI V6 oil leaks?

    Constructive comment phillmac.
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    Mods to increase power for series 2 SV6

    Absolutely shits me when as usual, one of the first replies is for the op to buy a V8. Why is this so? Don't you think that there might have been a reason for purchasing a v6? Not everyone wants the extra costs of a V8, maybe even the op bought the v6 for a very good price. Who knows. But...
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    Common SIDI V6 oil leaks?

    It's been to Holden and also my mechanic and they advise of no leak. Maybe there was a leak and it was fixed? Usually when a leak is remedied, you would think they would clean it down. Anyway, it seems like "staining". The underbody tray seems spotless though.
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    Really not too happy with my VE Wagon

    How many Kms you got on your car?
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    3.0 to 3.6 sidi engine conversion?

    Thanks for your comments. I'm happy with the 3.0, I was asking more so, in the event of my engine carking it, and I wanted to replace it, how difficult would it be if I put in a 3.6.
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    3.0 to 3.6 sidi engine conversion?

    Made me wonder, if it was ever a possibility, do you think this conversion is possible with minimum fuss? I've looked at both motors and they seem identical. Could you replace the motor with all the existing ancillaries, and run it with the 6 speed auto already in it? Thanks
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    King springs for the ve's

    Ok thanks guys. I've read through the threads. So basically, all I need to do is grab some fe2 Springs off an sv6 sedan or wagon and I'm good to go? The height at the moment isn't too bad, just want it a tad lower for sharper looks.
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    King springs for the ve's

    Hey all, So I've got a 2010 Berlina sportswagon. Just threw on some 19 inch vf ssv rims. If I dropped just fe2 Springs on, would it make hardly any difference? What would be the next level down from fe2? Front lows and rear super lows? I want to keep costs down and also since its a...
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    Back in the shop again.

    Is there anything else wrong with car or just this issue?
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    Driving around with dipstick showing half...

    It's at the lower half of the motor. It's gone 15000km and used up to half the dipstick. I'll bring it to the car dealer after service with an independent.
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    Wheel choices for alto grey?

    Exactly what I bought for same price
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    Driving around with dipstick showing half...

    Just a question. I've got a 3.0 sidi which is due for a service in a week and a half. The dipstick is currently sitting at half. I looked under the car and it's weeping but not dripping with a bit of oil. With the sidi, does that mean it's low a litre or more? I'm not sure. It hasn't come up...
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    Wheel choices for alto grey?

    Thanks all for your suggestions. A good set of vf ssv rims came up and bought them. I'll post some pics up soon. Thanks all again.
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    VE Sportwagon Suspension Query??

    Sorry this is a bit of a thread dig, but from this thread and the arse on a sportswagon being high, would you: Put ssl in the rear and sl in the front? I really want to lower it to make it look better. I would like to be able to still go over bumps normally and have the Mrs not stress about...
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    Wheel choices for alto grey?

    Thanks. If I buy these I'll post some pics straight up! Although will need to be slightly lowered.
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    Wheel choices for alto grey?

    http://www.themotorreport.com.au/content/image/2/0/2013_holden_vf_commodore_ss_v_ute_australian_launch_road_test_review_06-0530-450x240.jpg I'm beginning to really like these. Vf ssv rims
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    Wheel choices for alto grey?

    I forgot to mention the vf ss wheels. I like style of thunder wheels, but the grey seems to clash with the alto grey. I've always loved the supersports.
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