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  1. darcycammo

    VT V6 Factory duel fuel lacking power

    Hi guys got a 97 VT Berlina duel fuel from factory i was driving a few friends VT/VX the other day and i noticed that mine lacks power i wouldn't say laggy or not running properly i'm just guessing it's tuned differently for the fitting of the gas? it's the same if it's on gas or petrol...
  2. darcycammo

    VT Ecotec vacuum hose problem

    Hi guys long time since i have been on here but i have a problem Tonight i was playing around under the dash on the LH side and i found a vacuum hose not connected to anything which is sucking in air while the engine is running i traced it back through the firewall to the fuel pressure reg...
  3. darcycammo

    [VIC] Holden ecotec V6 Mace part's (stage 2 comp cam)

    They were fitted to the car for a couple of weeks and never got to finish the set up so never got a chance to see what it was really like i ended up getting a VE at the time and removed the parts so they have been sitting around in the shed for about a year so some of it has light surface rust
  4. darcycammo

    [VIC] Holden ecotec V6 Mace part's (stage 2 comp cam)

    ITEM: Comp Stage 2 Cam $480 Dual row Timing chain $165 130lb Springs $220 (On heads) Modified retainers $65 (On heads) Valve seals $33 (On heads) hydraulic roller lifters $255 VS Auto power chip (MACE) $180 i want to get as much back as possible Inbox me a price on an item (Reasonable...
  5. darcycammo

    LPG price hike - 92.9c a litre!

    96.9c in Pakenham upper Vic
  6. darcycammo

    [VIC] FS Vic Ecotec V6 Mace part's

    ITEM: Comp Stage 2 Cam $480 Dual row Timing chain $165 130lb Springs $220 (On heads) Modified retainers $65 (On heads) Valve seals $33 (On heads) hydraulic roller lifters $255 plate for inside the timing cover $77 (Needed with Double row timing chain) VS Auto power chip (MACE) $180...
  7. darcycammo

    Installing gas on VT V6??

    Got a bit done today replaced the spark plugs and manifold gaskets in the VE pain in the ass job having the gas system on the manifold then started on the VT replaced the 2* O2 sensor's and 6 spark plugs and found a wire at the back of the manifold was not grounded like it should of been...
  8. darcycammo

    Dual fuel question

    In my VE the switch is next to the ash try under the radio you should be able to flick the switch easy ??
  9. darcycammo

    Installing gas on VT V6??

    I spent about $100 on parts today Rocker cover gasket set of spark plugs 2 o2 sensors and a fuel filter i will start on it in a couple of day's as i also bought new spark plugs and manifold gaskets for my VE which is over due i do a bit of driving i bought my VE last October and have...
  10. darcycammo

    Installing gas on VT V6??

    This would have something to do with it but it used to have the original engine in it and it wasn't using as much as it is now and then we had to swap the engine over it now has a VX engine in it and uses to much what are some way i could try and work the problem out ?
  11. darcycammo

    Installing gas on VT V6??

    Hi i used to have a VS on gas and was all fine and now i have my VE on gas and was thinking of getting my VT on gas as it uses so much petrol that i don't like driving it :S What is the normal price these days to get gas installed in a car in Melbourne ? Thanks Darcy.
  12. darcycammo

    [VIC] VS-VY Ecotec mods

    bump bump bump bump
  13. darcycammo

    [VIC] VS-VY Ecotec mods

    ITEM: Comp Stage 2 Cam $480 Dual row Timing chain $165 130lb Springs $220 (On heads) Modified retainers $65 (On heads) Valve seals $33 (On heads) hydraulic roller lifters $255 plate for inside the timing cover $77 (Needed with Double row timing chain) VS Auto power chip (MACE) $180...
  14. darcycammo

    What do you guys think of my painted ecotec!!!!!!!!!!!!!!??????????

    Not to bad i wish i had the time to do that with mine but i did a little bit the other day haven't finished yet tho wont last to long it is only cheap spray paint i had sitting around
  15. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    Got a VX engine today the block is all in just need to finish the rest off. i will keep the VT engine and get the bearings replace and clean the engine up and keep it for spare Wouldn't be a Holden if it wasn't dirty. just going to use the one of the VT as i have cleaned it in acid not to long...
  16. darcycammo

    how do u change engine mounts??

    LOL i got mine done on my VS for $80 as i had the engine mounts already. ryanvt give this place a call this is where i got mine done. it will cost a little more if you have to pay for the mounts as well https://plus.google.com/100591425566799446466/about?gl=au&hl=en It's up in Worri Yallock...
  17. darcycammo

    Engine Rebuild Suggestions

    Just put a stage 2 cam in mine a couple of weeks ago and done a cam bearing lol
  18. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    All good the teacher at tafe was the one who put the cam in and timing chain there was plenty on it it was running for about 5 minutes then out of nowhere something sounded like it seized up and the engine stalled and because the started it again you know But engines out now there wasn't any...
  19. darcycammo

    Metal in oil (WITH PICS)

    Does anyone know where there is cheap ecotec motor's for sale in the East Melbourne for around $500
  20. darcycammo

    replacing heater tap?

    this should help a little better tho
  21. darcycammo

    replacing heater tap?

    pretty easy remove 4 clips take 5 pipes off. put 5 pipes on the new one put 4 clips back on and top up coolant and done
  22. darcycammo

    Metal in oil (WITH PICS)

    At least it doesn't sound like my old VS ahaha
  23. darcycammo

    Cam and Bearing problem VT (V6)

    Do you know a ruff price that it would be
  24. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    got an engine crane will strip most of it back this weekend then take it somewhere to get done as i don't wanna be touching all the piston's and crank shaft again like last time LOL hope it wont cost to much. Thsecam is stick half way out of the front of the engine as when i went to take it out...
  25. darcycammo

    Cam and Bearing problem VT (V6)

    Okay removing the cam today to put another one in. And the No'2 Cam bearing has slipped out and is stuck on the cam so i can't get the cam out. LOL what can i do will i have to take the block out now and remove the crank shaft and refit the cam bearing ?
  26. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    ahahaha all to good to be true the no' 2 Cam Bearing has come out am i able to fit it back in with the came out or do i have to take the crank out to refit ? fun fun fun
  27. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    the IAC valve ? i replaced that not to long a go with a new one it was fine before i replaced the cam and other bits
  28. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    i did a couple of weeks ago will have to have another look again
  29. darcycammo

    Shaved heads noticible ?

    Just this week i have put a Stage 2 cam / 15thou of my heads / double row timing chain / new 150# valve springs and right away even with out a tune you can notice the power that i have gained
  30. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    Got it going but needs a chip/tune bad it stalls every time you stop at traffic light's etc unless you keep giving it a rev. but could notice the power right away
  31. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    Why do the work when i can get them to do it lol The heads have been sent off for a shave and crack testing should be back tomorrow and hopefully put the rest back together
  32. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    Hopefully it can all be done tomorrow :s
  33. darcycammo

    VS Ecotec Modifications/rebuild

    6 months later and round 2 this engine is in much better condition pulled the cam out and it's all really smooth really clean
  34. darcycammo

    Keyless start

    So the one on ebay is safe to buy and use on an auto? as i will get one but unless there is a couple of people that have bought it and there all happy i wont risk it
  35. darcycammo

    [VIC] XJB rims

    I found a pair for sale and was wondering the same thing they don't look to bad
  36. darcycammo

    Temporarily Removing LPG Tank

    That's all i did was only 16 never touched a gas tank and it was all fine
  37. darcycammo

    Mystery Miss

    When you say cheap how much do you want to spend? and where about's in Melbourne are you ?
  38. darcycammo

    Extractors question

    i would need to add a pipe on the exhaust manifold/Extractors which goes into the manifold which leads to a unit that connects to the inlet (not to sure what's it's called)
  39. darcycammo

    Extractors question

    Hi i have had a quick search but not fully getting the answer that i need i have a pair of (VS Pacemaker Extractors/ ??5039??) Don't know if they are Auto one's but i was looking at putting them on my Vt Auto (both V6) now how hard would it be weld something in the extractor for that pipe that...
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