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  1. SV6.07

    fitting a Crate LY7 engine due original one getting old advice

    i have a 07 SV7 did the chains about a year ago. but the car is in great shape so will be keeping it and will be dropping a new LY7 crate engine in soon. even though the current engine has done 150,000 runs fine but its still got its tiny rattles. getting the engine from holmart in Melbourne...
  2. SV6.07

    2011 VE timing chain issue

    be careful get a positive check done. i have heard some mechs have told ppl timing chain is gone. when its not. i would be getting someone with a code scanner and read the codes on your car. it will throw codes most times.. and if u get someone who has a scanner ask to see the codes. don't just...
  3. SV6.07

    Throttle Body Repairs

    i bought my throttle body on ebay genuine for $250
  4. SV6.07

    VE 20inch wheels

    on 20" SuperSports
  5. SV6.07

    Carrying Kayak on VE Ute

    rhino bar i know its not a ute. but you get the idea. simple to bolt on. also is locked onto the towbar. $340 for the T Bar. not including the kayak mounts i use this and when i dont i just unlock it and into my boot...
  6. SV6.07

    OBD2 Software

    DashCommand is great
  7. SV6.07

    does the samsung S5 work fine in the IQ systems

    just a question people with IQ systems. am getting a second mobile and was thinking of Galaxy S5 has anyone had problems with the phone and does it do Bluetooth streaming the music. currently using iPhone 5S and works fine. but getting second mobile and didn't want it if it had IQ problems in...
  8. SV6.07

    Calais front bar on VE Omega Series2 ?

    places like holmart in melbourne have a good range of genuine and aftermarket holden gear. and borgies in melton wreck a lot of the VE range including HSV would have the calais parts u need. i bought my aftermarket SSV headlights for $220 from holmart. these are the same headlights as the Calais
  9. SV6.07

    Calais front bar on VE Omega Series2 ?

    you can use your headlights. but there normal ones. calais/Berlina/SSV/SV6 have projector headlights. they look much better
  10. SV6.07

    Calais front bar on VE Omega Series2 ?

    yes it will fit. as also these bolt on as well are series 2 Calais/Berlina/SS/SV6 and there all got the fog lights on bottom. . just make sure the Calais front is off a Series 2 and u want to also get the matching headlights from either a Calais or SSV and if u decided to fit the Calais tail...
  11. SV6.07

    chime

    yes it is illegal as are so many hundreds or mods ppl do to there car. thats why i put in the post that its disabling a safety feature. i have a tiny toggle switch under seat can enable it in a sec. i usually do when the car goes in for service or i am coming up to a booze bus.
  12. SV6.07

    chime

    no worries glad to help..
  13. SV6.07

    chime

    just a question plug the driver seat belt in. then start the car if no chime.. then what u been hearing is the seat belt chime. going off.. and thats a simple fix. slide the driver seat forward and u will see the plug. its just a 2 pin one. this disables the seat belt chime. i turned mine off...
  14. SV6.07

    Are SS and SV6 rear bumpers the same on utes?

    ask for a part number. it will be stamped on it. then simple call to holden and they can tell u what car its off
  15. SV6.07

    check engine and Stability control light comes on when starting my car and stays on

    i agree with the above post had the same. replaced my loom. its usually the left rear side thats stuffed. but when it goes u usually abs or stability alarms.
  16. SV6.07

    07 VE SV6, was the timing chain issue fixed in April/June of 07?

    if the car has been serviced reg... and flushed every time. it should be fine. with those engines. unless the oil is changed reg.. the oil jurnels get clogged and then the timing chain doesn't get any lubrication and then stretches.. i have known a few ppl with the ly7 engine and really look...
  17. SV6.07

    HID lights for VE ssv

    i have HID in my lows. doing my high beams later. i use my spots when am on country roads as there not projector lens and to much glare. but the performance of HID are great. got mine from Max Vision for $70 been getting all my gear from him and never had a problem with it.
  18. SV6.07

    VE Series 2 Alert Chime.

    chime these are what u need to look for under the driver seat.. i disabled my chime. by unplugging the lead to the seat belt socket. yours could be unplugged already. so have a look.
  19. SV6.07

    VE HSV Maloo Fog Light

    JHP sells the fog lights. for the HSV. do a search for them. there in melbourne. u can order the light online.
  20. SV6.07

    anyone know of manual to change timing chain or is my problem not even timing chain

    all fixed... cost me $1700 for the job from peerless auto in Melbourne.
  21. SV6.07

    Ve commodore stretched timing chain repair cost??

    i got mine done at peerless auto in lynbrook.
  22. SV6.07

    2007 Calais V Check engine code p2127

    your better to drop the car off. to holden tell them the codes. and what u have already done. example. u changed accelerator pedal and still getting codes. make sure u tell them this and that it was a genuine part u used. then holden will not worry about testing the pedal in the diagnostics. i...
  23. SV6.07

    2007 Calais V Check engine code p2127

    i replaced throttle body and accelerator pedal. didnt fix the problem or stop the car going into limp mode more often. making the car dangerous to drive. or trust. ended up taking the car to holden. they did a bypass fix and now the car is fine. cost me $460 that is total including the...
  24. SV6.07

    2007 Calais V Check engine code p2127

    i had the same on mine. i replaced throttle body and replaced the accelerator pedal too.. still got the codes.. it was also re-learned too... turned out it was corrosion on the plugs to the accelerator pedal. holden replaced the plugs that had the corrosion and also did a bypass. setup. all up...
  25. SV6.07

    resetting warning of abs fault

    ok.. what u have is a common problem on the VE. what is causing it is the Rear ABS Loom. its actually the left side plug on the loom. over time it gets corrosion on the socket. and only takes sometimes a knock to stuff it. i had the same with mine when i did my brakes on back. the loom will...
  26. SV6.07

    Full projector lights

    Evoxenon Custom Headlights he does them for the VE. and not the crappy ones. he custom makes them using the projectors from the better European cars. did a nice HSV and came up looking great. he does other cars too... do a search for Evoxenon Custom Headlights
  27. SV6.07

    HELP.. Timing chain replacement slipped a few teeth

    i sent u a PM i have the timing chain replacement document on PDF but its to big to send here. but it shows u where the marks are to set the chains correctly.. when i get your email will send u the file.
  28. SV6.07

    Calais Tail Lights on SV6 thoughts?

    you need the calais rear bumper to use the calais lights. would be better dropping the SSV tailights on and they bolt right on with no problems. and look better with a little tint on them.
  29. SV6.07

    ABS and Stability Control Faults

    https://forums.justcommodores.com.au/threads/random-code-fault-abs-fault-stability-ctrl-fault.226429
  30. SV6.07

    ABS and Stability Control Faults

    there is a good chance the ABS error is being caused by a faulty ABS loom on rear.. its a common problem on the VE. its usually the rear left ABS plug that shits itself and throws up ABS errors and ESP. if u read u should see another thread about the same ABS problem. the rear loom costs about...
  31. SV6.07

    Random code fault : ABS fault Stability Ctrl Fault

    Black.. just go to holden.. ask for Rear ABS Loom for your car.. there the same on the VE' models cost me $50 for mine. its usually the left plug on the ABS loom that shits itself. so u have to replace the ABS Loom. which does left and right wheel sensors. as its a Y Cable and it connects...
  32. SV6.07

    ESP Off/ABS Fault cause?

    are u in melbourne otherwise i could plug my scanner in and tell u what code is throwing up those errors. would save u the cost of going to holden... if ur not in melbourne dont go to holden to get the code checked they will charge u $135 for 30 second job. most mech have a scanner simular to...
  33. SV6.07

    ESP Off/ABS Fault cause?

    welcome to the common problem on the VE.. had the same on mine. what causing this is the Rear ABS loom.. what happens is over time the plugs to the ABS wheel sensors they play up throwing up the ESP/ABS problem. i bought a new rear abs loom.. replaced mine all fine now.. no more ESP/ABS errors...
  34. SV6.07

    Non Genuine VE SSV Tail Lights and Headlights

    easy job to change headlights.
  35. SV6.07

    Non Genuine VE SSV Tail Lights and Headlights

    series 1 headlights will only fit on series 1 bumper.. and series II . will only fit on series II bumper.
  36. SV6.07

    Question about VE SV6 2007

    its timing chain there is 3. common problem on 07 downwards. mine cost me $1500 from a mech who is my friend.. otherwise usually cost $4000 from holden.. or there is a place in lynbrook melbourne can do it for $2000. big job. a day and bit to do it right.
  37. SV6.07

    Tech 2 programming proceedures.

    its got new accelerator pedal and i would think the APP has been checked
  38. SV6.07

    Tech 2 programming proceedures.

    a question for the Tech 2 owners.. can the unit disable the engine going into safety mode. i have been having endless problems with my car going into safety mode from error 2138 accelerator pedal position sensor.. car has been to many mech. now to $1000 in parts and stil getting the same...
  39. SV6.07

    What Bodykit is this

    sorry it was wrong one.. belongs to Sydney Special Vehicles http://ssv.com.au/
  40. SV6.07

    VE SSV how to change brake pads?

    easy job once your car is on stands www.carmodder.com • Brake Pad and Rotor Service for the Holden VE Commodore
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