vz 05

Not to sure if this question was asked before but I have a set of 20s 5x120 for vz, the front are 8.5 width and the rear are 10 width they all fit on the car but the rear stick out a tiny bit, I’m wanting to slam it abit is it possible to roll the guards outwards so it hangs over the wheels abit...

Hey everyone I’m thinking about converting my 2005 vz berlina v6 to manual and just wondering what gearbox would I need and what else thanks and has anyone got any parts out there for a manual conversion preferably in nsw but other states will do ok thanks in advance for the advice thanks

Just trying to get an idea on whether to sink some money into it or not. My VZ currently has 320xxx kms on the clock and hasnt really missed a beat in the last 12 months or so. But the last week something strange electronically has been happening. I turn the ignition on and everytime without...

I’ve got international wh seats just put in rears and about to do my passenger front seat in my vz berlina just wondering what’s the correct way to do it without ******* the air bags

Need help with the main window switch in vz 05 i need the colour diagram if anyone has

Hi guys I just bought a vz commodore with an alloy tech to flip but it has a blown head gasket I bought the kit I just can’t find anything online on how to do it any suggestions or instructions would be appreciated

Hey Guys, been a while since i last posted, (probably a good thing haha). bit of backstory for those who love reading. I"ve had my 2005 VZ acclaim wagon LE0 for a few years now, bought it cheap at $600 with a supposed snapped timing chain, well it was just a snapped valve spring so easy fix...

Yesterday i drove back from a camp, only about 45 minutes away. I stopped the car to drop off some people. After about 15 minutes i started it again. Check powertrain message came up, and then reduced performance message. Power felt lower for a while. I managed to drive home and power felt...

Hey all, Got a slight problem with an engine swap and the O2 sensors. Have a 06 VZ with a Leo engine in it. Brought a 05 VZ engine to put in. Engine is currently all bolted into the bay but the 02 sensors are in different spots and have different plugs. Checked the engine no. out of the 05 and...

Getting a secondhand LE0 installed in Perth

Hey all, I’m just looking for some advice on a swapping an engine. I have a 2005 VZ ute which has thrown a bearing. I’m wanting to replace the motor but I’ve searched and searched for a manual engine but only seem to be coming across auto but I have been told that it’s not a simple/straight...

okay everyone, first post. ive had this idea for awhile but I genuinely can't find any proper info on in, I currently own a rattletec vz and Im looking at swapping the motor and don't wanna go the ls route as its too common for my liking, however I have an old r31 that has everything I need to...

Hi all. Just inquiring as to whether the VY clubsport rear and front bumpers will fit onto a VZ Acclaim? Or if a VZ clubsport front bumper will fit onto VZ Acclaim? Thanks in advance!

Hey team a few weeks back my new hit a curb at 50 kms front on and had a small shudder in front left wheel which has gotten worse now when accelerate from the lights feels like a pop from front wheel definite movement Justin inspected lower control arm and noticed this arm is out of whack not...

Hi all, So bare with me and I'll try explain everything this is my first post and I appreciate any help I can get. My VZ Calais has been sitting for 10 months and I've had the battery disconnected. I'd Start it now and again and everything was fine. The other day I started as usual and moved...

Hey guys. Anyone know what wires I need to cut on the ecu plugs to connect a small diode piece from jay car so the car revs limiter while doing a burnout?? Thanks.

Hey guys, been looking at picking up some weather shields for my V6 VZ Ute and was looking around at some of the options and was wondering if anyone would know if the VE weather shields from OCAM or else where would fit my vz, I’m more of a fan of the look at the VE ones compared to the bulkier...

I have a 2005 VZ S ute which came with 17” rims and I’ve fitted 19” it has been lowered prior to buying with Pedder springs. There isn’t much clearance between tyre and bottom of strut. I’m running 235/35/19 but until last weekend before I hit a large pothole it was fine now it’s rubbing...

can someone please help me out, just got my first car n has a few things need to be done, it shudders when medium to full throttle and going up hills, also been overheating and losing coolant i attatched a photo because im not really sure what it is but has residue of coolant above plugs...

can someone please help me out, just got my first car n has a few things need to be done, it shudders when medium to full throttle and going up hills, also been overheating and losing coolant i attatched a photo because im not really sure what it is but has residue of coolant above plugs?

Hi Blokes, Looking at upgrading my sound system in my 2005 VZ Ute, I have torn out the stock speakers and have installed a JVC headunit. I am thinking about running a dual amp setup, with the option to run 2 subs in the future. However open for ideas on what I should do. I mainly just need...

I’m looking to run ssl in the rears and sl in the fronts of my vz Calais. BUT when researching it says that they won’t fit. Can anyone help me out please?

Hi wonder if you could help me. My ss 2005 im. Having an issue since 2 yrs ago spend on several places and parts. The issue is not changing gears and no speedo function. I've changed speed sensors throttle body and crank sensor. Use to reset pulling 10am fuse but it would go back to that...

I’m having trouble with a VZ Sv6 that keeps going into limp mode and throwing the P2138 code. I have tried replacing throttle body, throttle pedal, cleaning earths and plugs and even a new ecu I am wondering if anyone knows a solution as it’s giving me lots of trouble

Hi all, I own a 2005 Holden Adventra which has a 5 speed transmission. The transmission was rebuilt by a reputable company in October of 2020 and was found that it failed because of the torque converter. It worked well for a couple of months (about 10,000km) before it had to go in again over new...

Hi all just wanting some help in regards to fitting a 6 litre into my VZ V6 Sedan. Before I start getting just sell it and buy a v8 I completely agree with you that it’s heaps easier but due to sentimental family reasons results in why I want to do the conversion. I have a 6 litre engine out of...

I was thinking about swapping the 4spd auto out of my 05 VZ wagon and changing it to a manual. I was just wondering if anyone knows if the VE LY7 3.6 trans will fit the VZ LEO engine without too many issues. Thanks guys

Hi, ive got a v6 vz one tonner, im looking at putting an LSD and 3.9:1 gears in it but im having trouble finding anything about it or even getting a straight answer. My diff is old i assume as the sticker with the details has faded to white, and theres no information on/in the car about it. Ive...

Hey so I’ve got a set of 19” ve ssv wheels for my vz, I was wondering what the correct tire size is for them as they rub against the strut with the current tires on them now, and if any of you guys could recommend any decent tire brands that’d be great! Cheers

Hey sorry i seen a post where someone got pissed about a post like this in 2011 but does anyone have a idea what exhaust i can put on a vz executive 2005? Not a fan of the stock one and also put a link in or a type i should get, new to all this stuff thanks! Again sorry for the post just a...

so sometimes my car will chuck itself into safety mode reduced performance whether i’m already driving or does it on start up, what can i do about this? thank you

Hey guys I have a 05 vz Ute and I want to upgrade to bigger brakes and was wondering what the go to set is on the cheaper side if possible and would the VE ss or hsv brakes fit to the vz Tia

Hey guys so I just changed my thermostat and that’s something I never want to do again, I’ve just reassembled everything and tried to turn the engine over and it won’t go, I forgot to plug in a single cable but I can’t exactly work out where it’s meant to go? I can’t see any plugs near or around it

Hey so i am having a problem with my vz. I had the car driving real nice, i drove it around for 20mins around town and it started getting real gutless, also sounded real deep like air flow box was undone, then the check powtrain came on for a little bit and dissapeared, i drove it home now it...

Hey guys, I’ve Got a new key about 3-4 months old and recently replaced the slip ring. When I go to start the car it starts well when it’s cold but when it’s warmed up it won’t start. For example driving to the petrol station was all good. When I went to start it again the car wouldn’t crank and...

So i know this topic has a few threads already, but i couldn't seem to find anything regarding white vz calais? the attached photo is a white vz with the stock rims, what rims would best suit (Looking for larger rims otherwise i would of restored the stock ones), would 19" ssv look nice? Photos...

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Hey everyone, I've got a VZ Lumina and haven't had too much trouble with it since owning it. But as of Thursday it's been throwing a check powertrain warning, it's not losing any power or anything, i put my scan tool on it and it's reading these errors.. Auxiliary Serial Data Bus Fault...

Vz Ls1 stuck in safety mode. No throttle. Need to test tps then pedal. Any quick tests for tps or pedal sensor? Also any places in NZ that sell used ls1 commy parts need cheaper option than Holden. Any advice would be appreciated. Cheers. Bathurst Weekend coming up!!! Can't wait.