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  1. ConnorJames05

    where to buy koni adjustable

    Hey gents, looking to score some koni adjustable shocks and struts, dunno where to get them though, any webstores that sell them? most dont have results for vt's through to vz. cheers
  2. Brayden3223

    Shortened shocks?

    Hey guys I’m planning to put Ultra Low springs in my VZ sedan (KHRL-46SLHD) and I’m wondering what shocks I should get, I know I need shortened shocks but I’m a bit unsure on what ones to get or where to get them from, any links to repco, autobarn etc would be amazing or if someone could just...
  3. vz_crewman

    VZ Crewman similar to VZ Sedan

    Hi Everyone, Does the front end steering, suspension and cradle of a Holden Crewman (Manual V6) have the same components as a Holden Commodore Sedan (any V6 model). I have damaged the following on my crewman and was wondering if I could source the parts from a sedan that is being parted out...
  4. Wickham_1995

    Shock absorber question

    Hey guys, I have 3 out of 4 MRC shocks leaking and am upgrading in a sense. I'm going for a set of ultima ultima gt gas struts all round and I'm wondering if I need to get springs to suit or can I use the original ones that are off the MRC?
  5. Robbo77

    fe2 VF sv6 shocks question

    G'day Having a hard time finding shocks to fit the fe2 suspension Will stock (omega/evoque) shocks suit the fe2 or do I need lowered shocks, was more under the impression they were for aftermarket lowered (king ssl etc.)...
  6. Randymate

    VE Springs the same as Pontiac G8?

    As the heading states, wondering if they can be interchangeable
  7. Randymate

    VE Springs the same as Pontiac G8?

    As the heading states, wondering if they can be interchangeable
  8. RiffRaffMama

    Identifying shocks

    Is there a way of identifying the type/brand/flavour of shock absorbers on your car if you didn’t fit them yourself? Is it printed somewhere? All I can see is “Monroe” and “made in Australia”. A couple of pics below if they help. Thanks
  9. J

    2002 VX: - Replaced front shocks but locating plate moves

    Hi, I bought a pair of Auto-Force shock absorbers and two Mackay strut mounting kits (bearing and bearing assembly/bush). After taking the old shocks off and disassembling, I noticed that the new bump stop and dust cover/boot (came with the new shock absorber) were both very different to the...
  10. smitchy

    [NSW] Near new OEM MY17 SSV Redline Shocks & Springs

    ITEM: E.O.I OEM Shocks & Springs from SSV Redline Sedan, with about 500KM done on the clock only, selling due to an upgrade. Items are boxed as pictured and a couple of the springs wrapped in plastic and garaged for the last couple of months. LOCATION: Greystanes, NSW CONDITION: Near new...
  11. BakeTheTank

    VY Trying to understand suspension, I need a quick lesson.

    Hey guys, Hope your day is well and your commy is better. I’m trying to understand why my back left wheel arch is dragging on my tyre when I had a little bit of weight (60kg person) I have a VY S II with SSL King Springs in the back. Koni Adjustable shocks and SuperPro bushes. I thought the...
  12. Gemmamaryy

    2006 vz front end noise ?

    Just chasing some opinions. I just purchased a 2006 vz s crewman I've replaced what's needs to be replaced now I've suspected new shocks needed in the back noise has worsened over the week. Front end ** main concern When going over a speed bump or uneven surface can hear like a noise like...
  13. danbran

    SUSPENSION ON TRACK CAR! URGENT

    just about to go buy new coils and shocks, for a 1998 vs ute, its gonna see the odd track day but be super super low budget, do i just go for the king springs and KYB shocks?? it already has whiteline sway bars ect, price is the biggest issue, hopefully will have koni shocks one day, but for...
  14. A

    Best type of shock

    Not sure if this is the right area to post this, but I have a 2003 vy ss commodore that has always had a scraping problem on the rear right tyre. I have had the springs upgraded to the double SL heavy duty king springs which are a huge help but at times I've seen the height from my tyres to...
  15. M

    [Ecotec] What will have if I put sssl in the rear of my holden vu ute without shortened shocks

    Just want to know if I really need shortened shocks for the rear of my ute when I put sssl in. Thanks in advance
  16. B

    Strut creaking/squeaking noise when turning

    Hi Everyone, Just thought I might see if anyone has had this problem before and might have an answer to my problem. Recently change over my shocks, replace new strut mounting kit with new ball bearings, everything seems great apart from it making the noise like rubber against metal that is...
  17. S

    Suspension / wheel upgrade options help

    Hey guys new to the commodore scene here an need a bit of help in regards to the options of upgrading the shocks and springs on the VX berlina. Its dead stock and I'm wanting to run the following setup: Running on 15" stockies all round with a firm yet comfortable ride as low as i can without...
  18. H

    Help lowering 1994 vr sedan

    Hey just need some advice with lowering my vr, I am wanting to put sl's in the front and rear and I am wondering if I need to do the shocks in the the front and rear
  19. B

    Ultra lows in VS commodore..

    hey guys, im probably going to lower my VS commodore on ultra lows. question is what shocks are best to go with? cheap but good if possible haha. Also how much cop attention do you rekon i will get? running VY SS rims
  20. A

    Change King Springs When Putting In New Shocks, Now Ride Is Higher?

    Hi Guys I had rear SL's in my vy and stock springs in the front. after buying a second hand complete set front and rears sl's I got monroe gt shocks installed too. The sl springs i had in the rear were changed to the new sl springs when the new shocks were installed. The rear is now sitting...
  21. I

    Commodore and statesman same front struts?

    Hi guys, just about to buy some springs to lower my VS statesman. When i was doing up some research it came to my attention that putting superlows on standard shockers is a no no since it will ride really rough because of the shortened spring and the long shocker. Long story short im looking at...
  22. JoeRogan

    Fitting SS springs and shocks to Omega

    Hi, I have an Omega with standard springs and shocks. I bought shocks and springs that came off a 2012 SSV that had only done 10,000kms... so they're like brand new. They are FE2. My question is, will I get a good result (lowering) by swapping them onto my Omega? How much lower should I...
  23. adam sv6

    Front shocker replacement

    So i want to replace my front dampeners with after market ones... I currently have lowered SL pedders springs on stock shocks and im aiming for a smoother ride. After research on how to replace them i am confident to do it myself, although im not sure as to how the top part of the assembly...
  24. M

    Ultima short shocks & King Springs

    Hi all, I'm in the market for some new struts/shocks for my VZ SS Sedan (lowered on Kings SSLs all round), as my current ones have had it, and after doing a bit of research I had decided on KYB struts/shocks. However, recently I have noticed Ultima stuff on eBay for quite a reasonable price...
  25. M

    looking for some VS IRS rear shock replacement advice :D

    Hiya, I'm looking at replacing the rear shocks on my VS irs commy this weekend and i was just wondering if anyone out there has got any handy tips to share regarding anything else that may be easy to replace, or need to be replaced while im back there? Control arm bushes, etc? (So i can...
  26. J

    Will vz/VY rear springs vt/vx

    Just wanna know if rear springs and/or shocks from a VY/vz will fit In a vt??
  27. S

    VE front shocks on VS???

    Gday there I have a VS and bought a set of VE Series 1 18s to fit on there. I know I have to get the hubs machined but I've also got the issue that the 245/45s on there won't fit under the stock shocks. Can I fit the VE front shocks or do they have a different mounting setup coz I really don't...
  28. C

    ABS speed sensor fault

    Ok, So I recently replaced all four shocks, all four rotors and pads. The front rotors were done a while ago, but the others were all a week ago. The issue is my ABS light. I turn on the car and its all good, and after braking maybe 5 minutes into the drive, (although it varies), the light...
  29. amos_executive

    [WA] King Spring SSSL(ultra low) rear, SSL front & GT Monroe Sport Short shocks **SOLD**

    ITEM: King Spring SSSL(ultra low) rear, SSL front & GT Monroe Sport Shortened Shocks LOCATION: Perth CONDITION: Used, but great condition PRICE: chasing 400 but make me an offer, am willing to sell springs/shocks seperate DELIVERY/PICK UP INFORMATION: will deliver at buyers cost PAYMENT...
  30. S

    will vz sedan super low shock and spring pack fit into my vy sedan???

    hey guys just wanting to kno if a vz sedan suspension super low kit will fit in my vy? only reason is cause im gettin it cheap...?
  31. H

    SL's or SSL? need some advice and wondering what experience people have had??

    what to lower my car not sure what to go? 98 VS Statesman
  32. S

    Lowering my Berlina, Shocks & Springs advice

    Hey guys, I want to lower my Berlina. I have a V6, I have been told I can only go to Super Low height with the king springs, i was told there were 3 heights available. Low, Super Low, Ultra Low. Bout the middle would suit me fine. This is a family sedan and only want it to look nice with the...
  33. JAKE-26

    KYB Super X shocks, any info?

    Hey all, found a set of KYB super X shocks for sale for a decent price and I was just wondering if anyone knows what they're like. They're the lowered ones as i've lowered my car. My shocks/struts are ####ed so any new shocks will be an upgrade but im wondering how good they will be. How would...
  34. MR 1JZ

    Shocks to suit Ultra Low Springs...suggestions?

    Hi Im putting my ute through regency this week and I want to put some short stroke shocks in it when I swap the ultra low springs back in as the stock shocks in it ride like a bag of dicks! What are you guys running to suit ultralow springs? (havent confirmed my car is running ultralows...
  35. Mattde

    Springs Shocks and Whatnots

    Ok so this post is mostly for helping educate myself. Problem: My Vx currently sits stock ride height. Solution: Drop it. So, to do this im assuming the first step is to get springs changed. How much is it usually and is this an easy DIY job? not sure exactly what height i want it yet...
  36. BigBoss

    FE2 springs and shocks?

    Hey guys, if i install FE2 springs in my VE omega will i also need to change the shocks? Thanks :)
  37. DAVIDC

    [VIC] VN suspension and diff

    ITEM: Like title suggests, I've got a standard diff from a VN V6 sedan with rear springs, shocks and front struts with springs. I'm assuming all standard. Diff and springs are fine, shocks collapsed in the rear I think ? LOCATION: Rowville CONDITION: Used PRICE: $20 for the lot...
  38. T

    VZ ute knocking at rear left

    hey guys, just recently i fit an aftermarket exhaust to my ute. all good, and then about a week later i noticed a "knocking" noise. which i suspected to be the exhaust hitting under the body somewhere. crawled under the car and shook the F@!# out of the exhaust and it has plenty of room to...
  39. rusty411

    Holden Factory lowering

    hey just got in contact with the dealer and asked for prices, they want 550 to lower the car maintains the warranty. any one had any expieriences with having the dealer lower the car and how it drives etc thanks guys
  40. H

    VN wagon too low what springs should I use?

    I Just bought a VN wagon but the ass end sits far too low. I had a look, its just a chop job. So before the boys in blue slap me with a canary I want to fix it. I have a VK wagon with ok springs and shocks and a VH sedan with reasonably new shocks. Will either of these springs fit my wagon...
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