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Hey Nabil, I think this thread covers what I did fairly extensively. All I can really say about it now is that the barrel was replaced 8 years ago and I have not had an issue since.

Thank you Tonner Matt!

Digging up this post from the dark distant past... Looks like my last post was 6 years ago and I am right back where I said I would be with the same problem once again. I have actually been driving around this problem for a couple of years now but im sick of it and want to sort it. I have...

Hey jones21. Sorry about the delay in my response and I am sorry to hear about your brother's steering lock troubles... All i can tell you about this particular fault is, "I don't know" and "I haven't had any problems with the steering lock since." I had an automotive forensic locksmith look...

Would just like to point out that my mechanic at the time was learning of this problem as he was troubleshooting. With the excessive amount of no help what so ever received from Holden, Chev, and so called GENIV specialists, I say he did a magnificent job and would not hesitate to return to him...

This is a very empty part of the forum, there must be Motorsport fans here somewhere. Is anyone a CAMS official or volunteer? If so what position and where(Event/Location/Circuit) have you worked? Any interesting stories?

Looks like others have had same issue so won't start a new thread, will just vent in this one. I have 08 SS. Current problem is a chewed cam lobe. She is still off the road because of it. Looks like common issue. Replacing with better cam and all the bits that go with that (valve springs...

Sorry guys, i have clearly been a bit slack updating this. I can confirm Single mass flywheel, it is currently sitting on the floor of my garage. Will make a nice paper weight i guess... I have the Xtreme clutch in now. The clutch itself seems great. Excellent almost factory feel. Very...

Sad, but the answer to this i think is multiple incidents including deaths. :( All i will suggest is to everyone who has had this issue, contact holden. Get them to log this problem in their system. If they get enough calls regarding this then they will have to start an investigation and...

It's clear that whoever answers the phone at dealerships parts or service departments or wherever don't have the knowledge to accurately provide the advice they are giving. I appreciate your help RiCeY!

Getting a lot of mixed reports about this. Suppliers, mechanic & clutch specialist via their contacts at holden are certain its dual mass,NRMA advice line via their contacts at holden have confirmed single. I have mechanic looking deeper into this as apparently there is a different clutch...

Hey Ripper_017 In a way its nice to hear someone with the same problem, but then again, its not nice to have the problem... With the assistance of my mechanic, a clutch specialist and some mates in the know, We have determined that there is a crack in the slave cylinder seal. Why this only...

I do agree with you Darcon to a point, however it was a learning experience for both of us, and a troubleshooting process for my mechanic. I should also point out that Holden, Chevy, GENIV experts, Other mechanics and engine rebuilders appeared to be more than less than helpful. I'm sure when...

65,000 km, 2008 model.

Ok, I have my car back. All i will say about the past two weeks is that, if/when you get an oil warning indicator, hope that it is just a sensor, but assume it isn't and park the car, as the manual says to do, get it towed. I am so glad i did that because otherwise i would have had a genuine...

Better to be safe then sorry, right Thumpin?

Update: New oil pump is in and Oil Pressure has returned... Mechanic said, "I Think"... O ring on oil intake has been air rating. A very small piece has gone through the system and lodged in the high pressure release valve within the oil pump jamming the valve open. Once the valve was freed...

Some images for you: Engine bay Parts on floor Under car bottom of engine oil pump intake

This is why we are confused and ultimately not exactly sure what the problem is. I went in to see her, and the mechanic, last night. not much progress because he has been busy. I have made it clear to him that i would rather he took his time, did it right than rush and miss something...

Last time I heard it running it sounded completely normal. That was Sunday night. My mechanic asked me if it sounded different, rough, or knocking and no, it didn't. He mentioned last time he had it running which was around Monday midday, that something (I can't remember) within the top of...

Yep, mechanic heard about that one too, he showed me the o-ring though and it looked perfect. He agreed. But he has replaced it anyway.

Initial thought/hope was that it would just be a sensor. One of the gizmos and wizadry that my mechanic used was a system pressure test which revealed 0 pressure in the system.

Hi All, Just a little story to amuse you all… Sunday night, started the car and was just about to reverse out the driveway when the dash emitted a constant ping. This drew my attention to the dash which was displaying the oil warning light. I checked the handbook which says “Park the...

yes I am - wouldn't surprise me though if Holden "accidentally" misplace it.

I did buy the car new - that is why i am so disappointed with Holden's lack of service, lack of trust and lack of concern regarding safety.

That's what i was going to say. I have had a couple of incidents where Taxi's have been impatient behind me. One at a crossing and one at a set of lights. They were bumping me trying to get me to go earlier, but the more they bumped the longer I stayed. They can bump my tow bar all day if...

Just to give you guys an update - The car is going into holden tomorrow where she will be fitted with a brand new barrel lock and I will be fitted with a brand new key. I will be picking up the cost for this one :( Basically my reasoning is that trying to fight this legally is going to take a...

That's very interesting - I find the quality of the bluetooth in mine to be fantastic. Anyway - from my understanding is that the blue tooth is an adapter installed at the rear of the audio system in the dash. There are no settings for it hence you can't just turn it off. An engineer may have...

Indeed After i hit the gutter and stopped and got out of the car - yes. NRMA advice line indicated that was probably a bad idea. I should have left the car where it was with the key exactly where it was and got it towed to holden. In hindsight they are probably right. Well that is what i...

Hi All, I know its been a long while since i have been on here - but if i can make some spare time i promise i will return. Have experienced a small problem with my VE Commodore. Without going into the full details what happened was that the steering lock engaged while i was driving. I...

Warning - Do not leave alcohol near your pumpkins

This is direct off Yahoo7 Sport Bathurst great Skaife quits V8s - Yahoo!7 Sport Bathurst great Skaife quits V8s AAP - October 29, 2008, 1:13 pm Five-time Bathurst 1000 winner Mark Skaife has announced his retirement from fulltime V8 Supercar racing. Skaife is among the sport's...

Skaife is holding a press conference at 1:00 pm today. I could go on for pages but i will stop myself. I can't believe this is happening. I realy hope skaife stands up at this thing and tells the media and the management to go get (insert word here). But he won't - being the holden boy...

I got to the show on Sunday. It was great to see the Coupe 60 and the W427 in the flesh. I thought the show was pretty crap to be honest - we walked through the place in about 1 hour. Shannons auctions were very interesting. Fascinating to see a beautiful Charger go for $30000, and a...

Thanks guys - appreciate it... Why is everyone so against Bob Jane - I have had some terrific service from these guys over the years, and they have been quite happy to answer my stupid questions and I have got better deals from them then some of the other chains and local guys too. I have...

Just want some opinion on this one - or if someone has some expert insider knowledge please come forward... Clocked over 10000ks in the new car and as i have always done i took her in for a wheel alignment, balance, rotation - you know - the usual. This is something i have done with my...

Just to put some closure on this... I did have holden check it out prior to the first service at 15000ks. (the 3000k service isn't a service, it's just a check - they just open the bonet and make sure the engine is still there). Anyway, they fixed i up under warranty - not overly happy...

No Guter rash 1 or 2 very minor scratches.

Yes they are!