commodore tag
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Holden commodore key Hi today my car wouldnt start. The engine wouldnt turn over, wasnt dead battery. So came down to thinking was ignition. I rang roadside resue, a young guy came out and ended up not being able to help apart from saying he could take car to mechanic. when h... |
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Commodore doorhandles me and a mate are repainting his VN wagon. but cant seem to remove the outside doorhandles. there are no bolts or nuts. anyone know how to remove them! 1991 VN wagon. i guess the same as VP, VR and VS. |
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HELP! vs commodore brakes hardly work! why!? My commodores brakes hardly work! everything feels fine, has new rotors |
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Wiring spotlight relay on VS Commodore, help pls I've checked the wires that feed the headlights but it is not as simple as 'low beam-one wire live, high beam-other wire live, feed relay'. All wires seem to be live when the lights are in different positions. There is also a wire that is live... |
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VL Commodore info HI GUYS does the VL Nissan engined Commodore auto have the same gearbox and diff as the 1989 Nissan Cefiro! same power train right through,or is Commodore ozzy box and diff.thanks |
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Suzuki ignis sport or holden commodore v6! Moving to Perth next month. Looking on gumtree for a car to buy. Im a holden man at heart had a few of them now.Looking at vt/vx v6 manual for around 5-7k.Or on the other hand have found a 2005 suzuki ignis sport. Never seen one before but they look like ... |
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Seat belt 2004 commodore ute Hi i need to change the driver side, Am i looking at a simple job! |
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Holden Commodore SV6(New Shape) or Ford Falcon XR6 Planning to upgrade the car. Our budget is $22k. Looked at Holden SV6 & Ford Falcon XR6. Holden SV6 (New Shape) looks good but interior is very basic, seats are not comfortable. Ford Falcon XR6 is a bit cheaper, very comfortable and great interior. Fe... |
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Cheap 3.8L VS Commodore Mods! NEED HELP! I have a vs spac commodore with 3:45 diff gears, mandrel bent 2.5" catback exhaust with one muffler and Yella Terra high performance roller rockers, i just want to know some more cheap mods to make it faster! |
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Commodore trouble Bear with me,im not good at explaining things. but have a 96 VS berlina that seemed to run into a bit of troubly today. had no warnings leading up to this, but pulled out to pass a car on the highway, as i did the car(auto) dropped a gear but as i acceler... |
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Techs: VE commodore limp mode Hi all, I've got a VE SV6 at work in limp mode. I've scanned it and it has come up with a code for throttle angle position sensor. i know these have a problem with throttle bodies, so installed another secondhand one that was on a running car, alo... |
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Steering wheel play in vt commodore i failed my wof to day as my steering wheel has excessive play left right and up down im assuming it is the upper bearing in the column the inspector told me it was a common fault in the early vt. so how hard is it to fix the bearing as ill be doing it my... |
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Replacing alternator in VN Commodore Hi, sons VN needs the alternator replacing. Never done one on a car with a single belt , is this as easy as doing one with a seperate belt or is there some things I need to be aware of. Worried about timing etc. cheers |
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Holden Commodore VTII V8 Hi guys. Now I dont want to get into the whole "Ford vs Holden" thing, as I dont care if its a Ford or a Holden. They are the same to me, but I am thinking of buying one of these. Its a 6 speed manual, 5.7L. Are they reliable! Overly thirsty ect... |
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VE commodore 4 cam timing chain failure crunch, munch and a total lunch.very impressive amount of damage. |
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308 into a VL Commodore Managed to pickup a streight "rust free" VL of a cow cocky lastweek. Looking at repowering it with a 308. Does anyone know of a website that has this process from start to finish! Need info on the conversion and what to use gearbox wise, I read ... |
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VT commodore v6 fault codes hi my commodore comes up with the fault codes 23, 29, 59, 96 how do i go about fixing these problems and what are they cheers |
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VZ Commodore noisey heater fan How easy to get it out and is it serviceable! |
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Holden Commodore VE SV6 Series II! Would $30k be a good price! This is a private sale. Have been to all the Holden dealers, and the cheapest I've come across was $47,000. |
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Code for Commodore Does anyone know a cheap (or free) place I can get the code for my car. I had to change the car battery and now I've lost the code for my car. Will try a dealer only as a last resort. |
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New remote key for Commodore! The buttons are broken on my remote key, does anyone know how much they are to buy! Car is a 98. Thanks. |
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Parts for an 81 VC Holden commodore? A Diff? Does anyone know where or who may have one of these hiding in their stocks for sale! Thanks |
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Next Holden Commodore to be the last to be designed and engineered in OZ say GM today. After that, all design and engineering will be outsourced in overseas countries. Over 300 Holden designers and engineers will be made redundant. |
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Speedo vp commodore took dash out as needle fell off petrol gauge (lol) when i put it back togeather speedo needle droped below 0 there seems no pin to hold it there now reading about 20 km out . What to do thanks people |
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The key wont turn to start my vs commodore Just happened for the first time this morning. Can you tell me how to sort that out please! |
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Commodore wheels and brakes will wheels fit off a vx, vy,vz or ve fit on a vn! am wanting some 17inch commodore wheels for my vn. also what could i use as a brake upgrade! vs v8 brakes fit!my commy is a 91 vn v6 wagon. |
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2.5 Litre Commodore what engine is this! http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/holden/auction-412020560.htm haven't seen it before. Is is factory like that 2.0 litre they bought out in the VN commodore! |
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Car help please. Hi im looking for a new vehicle after my van broke a head gasket or something like that apart from a commodore Hi Im looking for a new vehicle after my van broke a head gasket or something like that. Apart from a commodore or falcon do any cars have a shoulder belt in the back seat middle! Thanks |
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Vn commodore! i have been offered a vn commodore wagon. 3.8v6 auto 330,00kms, body straight but abit faded nice clean inside, rego and wof for 3months or so. only problem is the engine has a slight knock wen first started in the morning. maybe big end bearings. how muc... |
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Fancy that. VC Commodore s/w withdrawn. I guess we should've known judging by his nice feedback. Should be banned for good off here. |
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How much should i sell my vc commodore for start with a $1 if your lucky u might 2. |
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Commodore 304 injected HI have a commodore with a 304 injected motor in it ,took battery out to charge it up. Put battery back in and now it wont start ,seems to be flooding it . Any idea what could be the proplem.! |
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My brother wants to trade in his LS1 Commodore for Both are crap cars really |
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Holden commodore 3.8 v6 thermostat opening temp! Just got a new thermostat for my 3.8 holden looked at it before i put it in and saw its opening temp was 92 degrees . . . quite high i thought, is there a thermostat around with a lower opening temp as the car runs at 92 to around 110 cruzing at 100k wich... |
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Commodore wheel nut question! I have a vx holden (EX Police) with the cop steelies, which i have just replaced with some vy berlina alloys 16inch. I was just wondering if the standard nuts are the correct type/design for the alloys! They seem to be correct but I would like to check fi... |
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VZ Commodore cooling/heating system Hope someone can help, I have a VZ - over the past 3-4 weeks it has taken ages (8-10k's) to get heat into the heater inside the car. Thought may need thermostat replacing. Now my wife has just driven the car abour 6 k's and computer starts beeping... |
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VS Commodore V8 does anyone know where i would take my old girl to change it over from a auto to a manual and about how much it would cost to have this done. Also I am having trouble with the central locking it locks all doors except the drivers door. Used to lock all 4.... |
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VT or VX Commodore which is better? Looking at upgrading my VS commodore to either a VT or VX what are the common faults that I should look for and which model is actually better! |
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Vs ss commodore t5 gearbox can someone please tell me diference between a commodore v6 & v8 t5 gearbox will a v6 fit a v8 cheers |
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Ss commodore ls1 5.7 manual 2000 mod vt 2!.anything to look out for with these at 217,000 km,is a 6 speed manual,have been offered one,has computer re map done,bigbore,aftermarket suspension ect,not looking for ford vs holden,just people with experience with them to comment on any f... |
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Shortening strut inserts on a VN Commodore. in the wellington area, who would do this. I want to drop my VN Commie wagon by about 40mm. I can take the inserts out to get them done. TIA |
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V8 commodore manual conversion! hay ive got a vp 5.0 and its auto im wanting to convert it to manual i was wondering if the 6 speed boxs out ov the ls1 motors fit a freind told me that holden have the same bell housings is this correct! |
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87 VL Commodore started it up yesterday morning, reaaaaallly really shaky when idling and also blackish smoke out of exhaust. any ideas! |
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'95 VS Commodore Ute - Nudge bar question. I have the above ute and want to fit a nudge bar. I dont need the bar but I do need somewhere to mount a front pipe rack mount, so I may as well put a nudge bar on as well. I cant find one anywhere, so I'm going to custom make one. What I cant figure ... |
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Haha check out this "trick" commodore! http://www.trademe.co.nz/a.aspx!id=379558857 |
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De-catting an 02 V6 Commodore what are the pros & Cons: Bit louder, totally illegal if we ever get emmision testing Pros: Bit louder, better flow etc |
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Holden commodore berlina 1994 question in here Long story short im goin to look at one tommorow interior has been looked after well car looks good as far as i can see milage is definately high as in the 2s nearly 3s i asked if its had many problems recently wife and husband said nope but it has little... |
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HELP,commodore 3.8 Just run over a piece of rubble on the southern motorway .Smashed a hole in the front of the sump.Its a 2004 series 2 3.8 v6 . The sump is cast alloy. Can anyone tell me,are the same sumps used on all commodores post 2000 or is series 1 different from ser... |
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Commodore cutting out asking on behalf of my neighbour.he has a early 90s 3.8. .driving along and it cut out. petrol gauge doesnt go so he put some gas in thinking it was empty. car will turn over then run for a few seconds and stops. he has checked fuel pump fuse and changed ... |
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Key hole in door shut of VR commodore!? On my VR commy on the passenger side door shut there is a key hole, i have the key but what does it do! does it cut power to the ignition or somthing!. |
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Vl commodore v8 conversion anyone got a wiring diagram for a 308! |
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Mystery warning chime - VS Commodore I have a 95 VS Berlina wagon. On start-up I get an audible chime. Imagine a low, mid and high pitch chime. The alarm goes Low-Mid-High-High-High. And repeats every 30secs or so. However no warning lights illuminate on the dash. Gauges are fine, all fluids... |
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HOLDEN COMMODORE Imobiliser Problems The key is unlocking the doors OK but just cranks & wont fire when I try to start. Its a common problem with them but just wandering if anyone knows a quick fix for it! |
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CD's jammed holden commodore Comes up with mechanism error, Holden want to charge $300-800 to fix. Is there an easier / cheaper way of getting CDs out! |
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Opinions? ex Police Commodore I had a thought, mostly just for the giggles value of it. I run a sealed autocross series in Wellington (set out course in cones, you vs stopwatch), and while my race car is off the road undergoing surgery, I had evil thoughts about an amusing car to hack... |
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VL commodore engine & gearbox removal I have one of these that need a motor & gearbox (it's a auto).All I have is my chain hoist hanging in the garage. I was wondering if the motor & gearbox can be lifted out together from the above the car! As opposed to lifting just the motor ou... |
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V.T Commodore SS Spoiler Anyone know if there is a supplier of rear spoilers to fit a V.T SS commodore,the original is U/S and fallen off.cheers. |
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Holden commodore have a holden commodore and the earthquake shook it so much the stereo in it has come up with three lines - - - some said its the security code. where would be the cheapest place to take it to get fixed or reset please! |
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Help. VL Commodore Hopped in the VL yesterday and it is idling between 1500-2000. Was running fine the day before. It is a 3ltr manual.I am a female with some basic knowledge of cars, this is my 3rd Vl in ten years so I have a rough idea of where to find things on them. If ... |
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Commodore parts prices Got quoted today 12 fuel injector o rings $104.28 is this a joke they will be worth about $2 |
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VE Commodore V6 Cam Chain. No. Common problem, tools to do the job are around $800-$900 apparently. Then cost of chains on top of that. About 2.5k to do the whole thing from what I've heard. And no, if its out of warranty, Holden dont wanna know! |
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3.8 Commodore, blown headgasket? or what? Ok I just got my project VH Commie started with the series one V6 and there were alot of continous are bubbles building up in the remote radiator filler, to the stage if you filled the water tank right up the air bubbles would push the water out the top. ... |
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VP Commodore-bonnet release cable - havin trouble having trouble removing it from the drivers side panel - am needing to replace it - tipsorhelp on how this is done would be much appreciated! |
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The windscreen washers on vs commodore wont work You can hear the pump running and I have tried blowing back through the line and yep it has plenty of water in the tank.I would be grateful to hear your comments. Cheers |
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Commodore "Check Power Train" Warning Can someone help!Keep getting this warning despite having a full service top to toe.Been on scanner, all checked out ok, codes reset etc.Pick car up and within 10kms the warning comes up again.Car is running perfectly.This is costing me $$ to get sorted a... |
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Commodore wheels stud pattern? Are all the V series stud patterns the same. I want to get a set of mags but not sure whether the older series fit on the VY series! Anyone! |
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Mag wheel fitment, VE to VS commodore Do these fit or is there machining involved! Cost! |
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VS commodore won't go. Any suggestions on the following be greatly appreciated. My vs exec has had missing and backfiring issues followed now by not firing.will turn over but that's it.will eventually go after a day or two. I've since replaced spark plugs.remedied the b... |
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Vs commodore v6 crank pulley is there much in replacing one! looks pretty straight forward. |
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VR Commodore problems . . . again . . . and the spark plugs and leads are in what condition!They are the very first things you should be checking. |
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Multi rib belt size x 2 VE Commodore V8 L98 I am looking at replacing the belts due to the pulley being faulty (now replaced) but I cannot find a size listing on the web. Anyone know the 2 sizes! |
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Commodore question i have a 94 vn/vp and i ripped the middle muffler off when i bellied out. it had three mufflers on the one exhaust pipe what would happen if i just welded a bit of pipe there to bridge the gap! my guess it would just be louder! will i loose economy or fai... |
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Commodore Ecotech V later Alloytech engines? Any holden mechanics out there! Are the Alloytech motors any good! Are we going to see them doing 500,00km's plus with just the few usual relatively minor faults developing (if well maintained) as we do with the old-school ecotech engine! or is the Al... |
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VN commodore bugs? firstly, fuel gauge not working but everything else in dash cluster is! fuse! where is it located! secondly, bogs down and shudders for a few seconds before taking off from stationary, whats happening here and how to overcome this! its a series1 auto v6 s... |
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Tyre question. I have 2002 vx commodore went in to mag and turbo today for a wheel alignment the sides of the tyres were a bit w I have 2002 Vx commodore, went in to mag and turbo today for a wheel alignment, the sides of the tyres were a bit worn down alot, they said it was because it was a firestone tyre, they apparently do that.They also said i should be running them on 40 psi i... |
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2010 Holden Commodore SV6 - Fuel Costs Hello, could someone tell me how much roughly would it cost to full up a 2010 Holden Commdore SV6! and how many KM's would you get from a tank full! |
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Commodore lpg looking at buying 2002 commodore on lpg what r they like on gas we have a 97 terrano 3.2 diesal at the mo dont want to sell if if commie to hurgy thanks |
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VS Commodore Key purchasing Does anyone have any suggestions other than Mr Minit or Holden for obtaining a new key! Thanks in advance. |
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Holden commodore.vp It?? |
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Chev conversion into 88 vl commodore i am looking for parts to convert my vl commodore from the 253 to chevy. parts include special remote oilfilter,spacers for xmember,info on wat i do with the steering etc.any info or parts 4sale would be great!thankyou for your time. |
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Commodore VT 2000 Have a set of shocks & springs. Is there a market for these. |
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Commodore VX question 2002 model, can someone give the sparkplug gap settings also while the compressions are all about 160 to 170 there are continuous bubbles coming up to the radiator filler while the engine is running but the car does not overheat. has anyone got any ideas ... |
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Commodore dilemma, or is it! My beloved '95 commodore exec (6 cyl) developed a 'knock' last weekend and I'm toldit's the big end and will need work that will cost a lot. Local mechanic is not enthusiastic. Car has done 235 ksand always been well maintained, and ev... |
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VY 2003 commodore SS looking at buying a commodore SS for the misses it has the GEN 3 motor in it, just wondering when was the last year Holden fixed the problem with piston slap when they went from the Holden to Chevy engine. I know the VT-VX,s had this problem . Also any ot... |
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Brakes 2005 SV6 Commodore Lady driver here so please be kind.It's taking a few seconds longer than I think is ususal to stop and there is a slight shuddering feeling in the steering wheel when stopping.No grinding or squealing noises.Where do you recommend I go and what should... |
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94 Commodore Wagon leaking just in front of the drivers door. Have cleaned all the leaves out under the bonnet but it is still leaking. Is there anything else I should be doing! Got 2 commodores and they are both leaking in the same place. |
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VR commodore wont start are your injectors "clicking" if not it could be a relay or fuse |
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VK commodore starter I have just fitted a new starter motor as supplied by auto sparky, it is a Bosch newer model, but compatible. Once fitted, the car won't start, the starter motor works but everything else seems out of whack. It will start sometimes buts stops |
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Anyone fitted a trans cooler to a VE Commodore if so what type did you use and was it easy to fit. It's got the 6 speed auto in it. thx |
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1998 Commodore Ute ? What rear suspension have they got ? Leaf springs ? And do they have a limited slip diff ? |
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Looking at buying a commodore As a tow car, and for my wife as a daily driver. Have a BA falcon now specifically to tow the boat but want to replace that and my wife's smaller car. The question is, there are 3.0 and 3.6 litre versions around the $12 - $15k ballpark. I haven't driven t... |
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Holden Commodore Exec stationwagon key Hello, had a mystery as to why my car starts then cuts straight out ! and wont start again. upon seeking advice from my local holden man he has suggested that maybe the key has had it and a new one will fix the problem . Hopefully this will fix the |
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VS Commodore V8 Ute Diff Got one here that needs a rebuild but still drives ok 308 VS LSD ute diff Whats the opinions on a selling price. Been told it's a bit whiny & by several ppl that they are getting really hard to find now. |
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What SS commodore to buy as future classic? If you had 30k what model ss would you buy as a future classic or investment? I’ve got 2 on my mind but can’t decide. |
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06 ve commodore bumper reversing sensors hi i have a 2006 ve clubsport and in the boot it has 4 quite long separate black wires with little white plugs that go nowhere coming from the sensors does anyone know where they plug into as i,ve had a good look and can,t see where they go thanks |
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Brockies 85 Commodore sells for $1mill+ Bummer, my bid got beaten! Lol. https://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/1 |
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VE SS Commodore - things to look for? 06-09 Hi all. Am looking to purchase a VE Commodore SS or SSV. Will be trying to get the best/lowest mileage example I can for around the $30k mark, and most likely auto (since manuals are very rare). In general, what areas of potential trouble should I be look... |
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2014 Holden Commodore VF SS Roughly how many kilometres do you get from a tank? as I'm going from Wellington - Tauranga and back and my mate has offered me his car to take and I was wondering how much it would cost |
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2001 VX COMMODORE 148,000 VX SENATOR WHEELS $2800 If it was cheap at all, it would already be gone. Throw biscuits on it & lower the price by $1000. |
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VE commodore 3.6 and 3.0 engine issues. I am thinking about buying a VE commodore to replace my old VS that has done over 600,000km. Its been super reliable and never been touched apart from a rocker cover gasket and cracked exhaust manifold I notice there are 3.6 litre engines and also smaller... |
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VY Commodore front indicator bulbs blown LF bulb . how does the orange plastic bulb holder come out . looks like it should turn but it won't move ? . |
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Vc vh vk vl Commodore wanting to buy a 80,s commodore in good condition 4 or 6 cyl anybody out there know of one for sale ? prefer if in South lsland ! |
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VZ COMMODORE 2006 SRS AIRBAG I have a question, my car goes perfectly well apart from when starting all the warning lites go out and diagnostic says all is well but the SRS lite takes around 30 seconds to turn off is this normal |
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Have to own a Commodore to be on "Police TV" ? Honestly, is it just the few times I ever catch (The Australian version especially) of Motorway Patrol / Police 10/7 etc. that 99% of the people of interest to the authorities are driving the above vehicle ? Did they actually sell so many more of th |
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Vh commodore i have a vh commodore with a 253 v8, was wanting to know what gearbox I should run and bellhousing as wanting to convert it from auto to manual any help please? |
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Commodore recalled in U.S but heard nothing about them here? a similar thing happened with U.S police caprices had their ignition recalled but that never happened here either. maybe time will tell but Holden must be aware? http://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/general-mo... |
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Vr commodore wiring loom I started unpicking a section of wiring loom from a vr commore v6 to replace a section on loom on a vp loom. Any body know why the two of the four wires from the cas plug splice back into the loom instead of just going to the dfi plug? |
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Stolen Dumped Commodore ? https://www.carjam.co.nz/car/?plate=zg6295 Doesn't say it's stolen, but I found it today in a drain, with an amateurish attempt to cover it up with scrub and branches. Front plate was gone, don't know about the back plate as it was bum down in the ditch. ... |
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2006 SV6 VZ commodore paddle shift issue My SV6 has active select paddle shift that used to work when I got it about 6 months ago. I rarely use the paddleshift but it would be good to sort out what may be wrong. Around May I fitted a touch screen stereo with all the sat nav and blue tooth etc. A... |
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Commodore ute Hi there looking at commodore utes interested in the vy - vz utes could somone tell which model is better eg reliability,build quality etc also the difference between the 3.8 and the 3.6 i heard the 3.6 can have timing chain issues. also what to look out ... |
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Police don't have to chase Commodore drivers in Aussie ,they come to them http://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-09-04/canberra-man-crashes-car-into-police-station-in-failed-burnout/6751802 |
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VF Commodore + Bringgo app Has anybody had any luck getting the Bringgo sat nav app to work on a VF Commodore?. My phone is paired to mylink in my car and I installed the app on my phone, but cannot get it to get it to come up on the cars screen. Any ideas before I talk to the deal... |
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Would this recall affect commodore or are the 3.8 commodore engines using a different gasket http://www.detroitnews.com/story/business/autos/general-motors/2015/10/30/gm-tells-owners-park-garages-fix/74860466/ surely someone here will know |
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Commodore and falcon fuel economy hi, i have tried to use google but im getting really conflicting answers. i currently have a 2003 forester 2.0 na , which is not great on gas. i would really like to get a vl commodore or ef falcon (6) , but i dont want to regret it as i do a lot of kms .... |
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Any Holden/Commodore Gurus out there? I have recently bought a 1994 holden Commodore Berlina - the AC does not operate. Anyone with knowledge in this area? What should I be checking first. My mechanical and electronic skills are pretty good - technician by trade. I just have bought my first e... |
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Holden Commodore Executive 2002 V6 260ish on the clock Whats it worth |
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Commodore motors. Is the 3.8 cc v6 any good? Anything to look out for? Or is the 3.6 alot better ? Thinking about buying one. Any info much appreciated. |
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97 Vs Commodore handbrake How easy is it for a non-mechanical person such as I, to adjust the handbrake. Failed a warrent yesterday cos the checker person said it needed to be "improved" |
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VS Commodore with VY wheels Just brought a set of VY SS wheels for my commodore but seeing theyre a bit wider theyre rubbing on the suspension quite badly, whats the best way of fixing this! i no its probly going to involve spending money. |
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Commodore VN/VP manual conversion, price advice. Hey all, i'm considering wrecking the VN i bought but need advice on something. I want to sell motor, gearbox and ALL items needed for a manual conversion but have no idea what it's worth. The reason i'm selling the motor with the 'box and... |
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Anyone here owns a 04 holden commodore wagon thinking of buying a vy wagon for myself. just wondering is there anything i should look out for when going to test drive the car.and also , are there any major downsidesto it like gearbox breaking a certain amount of time later or diff playing up. first ... |
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Commodore trans problem the trans has just started playing up. it is a vn wagon 3.8 v6. i think it is a th700 or th750 trans in it. drive it gently, it sticks in 1st till red line and same with 2nd and 3rd. but if you give it heaps of right foot it goes as usual. and when you sw... |
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1995 Commodore Ute, Brake Shudder. Hi all, I have a 1995 Commodore Ute and it has a brake shudder, BUT, only intermittantly. This morning I have stripped the front brakes down, cleaned them up and reassembled. Couldn't see anything obvious. I would suspect a warped disc but it is only ... |
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Commodore window won't wind up My VT window winds down but not up again. Pain in the arse! Ive googled but can only find how to take the winder off. Anyone know which part inside the door might be buggered and how much one might cost from a wreckers before I pull my whole door apart :/... |
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VP SS Commodore Just interested to know what cost it should be per kilometre.I know what the answer is in my case but i'm beginning to think it's way more than it should be even taking the cost of petrol into account.Town running is what I'm interested in.If ... |
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Seatbelt 2002 commodore best place to buy Friend needs drivers side replaced as its not retracting.Done high kms |
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HOLDEN COMMODORE 3800 V6. VR? JUST WONDERING WETHER ITS THE VR MODEL COMMODORE WITH THE 3800 IN RED ON TOP OF THE INTAKE PLENUM! CHEERS |
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VT commodore help. any info as to what may have happened would be appreciated.heres the scenario: cruising along like normal, not thrashing the car. temp gauge flys off the chart past the red mark. no warning just instantly went up. pulled over, turned car off. fans were go... |
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3lt SIDI VE Commodore opinions. Looking for opinions on above car as i'm looking at a couple. Her in doors wants a new(er) car and was thinking Mazda 3, then thought she'd actually like a Mazda 6 but we have both kinda decided on a VE. Very similar ratings fuel wise with the Maz... |
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Tyres 205 65 15 commodore vy any advantage going to 225 55 16! |
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VE commodore 2007 Does my Holden VE commodore 2007 3.6L v6 come with a standard emmobiliser ! As I bought the car completely standard from a dealer but my insurance company won't insure me cause I'm only 21 and im not sure if it has an emmobiliser, and excess is 25... |
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Vn commodore I am thinking of a repower for my vn wagon. I am thinking of a rb30et out a vl. I believe the cross members fit. All I need to know, will the wiring for the loom easy to do. I'm going from 3.8v6 to rb. |
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06 VZ Commodore (Alloytec) "Powertrain Error" Anyone in the know, know anything about this! |
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2006 commodore keeps stopping My 2006 commodore wagon keeps stopping when I am driving it, no warning, just like its been turned off - all dials down, dash blank, crappy steering and brakes - have to pull over, turn off and then it restarts fine. It spent Tues - Fri at Auto elec while... |
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Late model Falcon Wagon or Commodore for towing What your recommendations be for a late model towing wagon. Will be around 07-09 BF ford or ex police Wagon 07-09. SO Commy will have the upspec engine, suspension! Will be towing a 2 ton Cherry picker. Will only be looking at these two wagons. So only op... |
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New VF Commodore pics Note for disclaimer- I DO NOT OWN OR TAKE OWNERSHIP OF THESE PICTURES, THEY ARE FOR RECREATIONAL USAGE. http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/253809605.jpg http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/full/253809724.jpg |
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New VF Commodore Revealed Sun 10th Feb The new VF Commodore will be revealed live online via Facebook Sun 10th Feb for those who want to see it. https://www.facebook.com/events/503229516393596/ |
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Vz commodore,button hi,recently brought the wife above car,there is a button on center console that i have no idea what it does,is has a pic of a baby,with a circle around it,anyone know what this button is for,cheers. |
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Anybody with a 2001 vx commodore I need to to know where the relay is under the bonnet for the horn. There is no sticker under the lid cover never has been since iv'e owned it and was just wondering if some one could take a picture of theirs so i can see what's what. Thanks oh an... |
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Vy commodore seat belt RH for ute where to buy, anyone know of good deals on these |
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V6 commodore distributor and Darby manifold A while ago on here was a V6 commodore engine running a carby and distributor (I believe no computer etc required). Can anyone tell me where I could find another one or suitable parts to suit a VN V6 to maybe use in an engine transplant. Many thanks |
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Commodore Death Rattle The car is a 1999 VT Commodore 3.8 V6 sedan travelled 213,000km Driving said junk along the open road at 100kph and suddenly develops what is best described as a 'shudder' so I get it to a safe place off the road to find that it will not idle corr... |
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1980 Holden Commodore VB engine needed Oh the things you get yourself into. My old man's a mechanic - now retired - which means we no longer have the means to get him to just do up everything :)Anyone know where we can get an engine from to start with! I'll go from there. Holden fans g... |
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Thoughts - 1998 Holden Commodore She has always been a rough starter, put it down to the starter motor, but after many trips to the mechanic was told no the starter motor is fine it is your bcm that is causing issues. The only other issue we have is the fuel gauge doesn't work, and n... |
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Diagnosis - Commodore Hi guys, just wondering what the problem with my car could be.When I'm on the motorway (or whever) and I put my foot on the brake the car feels like it's shuddering (not really bad).Also when I start it up it sometimes sounds a bit rough but then ... |
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Vz commodore immobilser Hi there, immobilser. this is periodic, eg leave the car in the shed for a week, its started straight away, stop up town, the put the key back in the ignition, the immobilser is on, push the button on the key and it goes, seems a bit odd that it only does... |
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05 SS Commodore temp and fuel gauges stopped working , both rise alittle then stop, also car has trouble to start . starts then stops about 3 times then runs fine also noticed aircond controls not 100% working right. All this happened at click of finger . went to neighbours in it. left home ... |
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Vx. commodore key My buttons dont work i pressume the battery has died can you replace the batteryy or do i have to get a whole new unit |
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Commodore brakes! i have new pads and rotors in the front of my vn commodore. it has a 15/16 master cylinder bore. would the brakes work better with a 1inch master cylinder! |
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VE commodore - what things to check out? Hi I am considering the purchase of a VE commodore. Either an SV6 or a V6 Calais probably a 2007 model. The kms will be more than 100k given budget. I will only be considering something that has a decent service history.So given the year and kms what sort... |
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VS Commodore possible electrical fault? I was stopped at the lights and noticed my tacho was bouncing around 7000 rpm however the car was really just idleing in drive waiting for the lights to change. It did the same at the next intersection as well. It still run smoothly with everything workin... |
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Vt commodore gearbox are there any tell tale signs that my auto gear box is about to pack it in. |
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VE commodore and isofix Hi, my parents have a ve commodore (2010) I think. It doesn't have isofix child seat attachments. I have a vw passat and the isofix on my car was an option ( old car) so vw place was able to install them for me. Does anyone know if isofix is an option... |
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Wanted 2003 onwards holden commodore ute 2003 onwards will trade my listing 525319170 plus cash either way or if you know of someone wanting to sell let them know. ute must be in very good condition |
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Commodore injector question? is the CC rating different between Series 1 and series 2 vn v6 injectors! |
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Hi, commodore Vn series 1 Hi all, am working on one of these at the moment.The dang thing wont go and keeps backfiring out the carby.Its in my stockcar.I have brought a new crank angle sensor and put this in.It seems to me that it is 180 degrees out.Help need to have it going by S... |
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Commodore to be axed? |
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Commodore or Maxima? Hello. Any help would be appreciated. Am looking at a big sedan in the $2500 to $4000 price bracket. There seem to be some good condition, higher mileage 96-2000 Maxima and 97 to 2000 VT Commodores at that range. The ones I'm looking at all seem to be... |
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Advice please commodore Hi guys, im looking to upgrade my car, but I dont know what to do,would you buy VZ SV6 150,000km at $13,000 or upgrade to VE SV6 95,000km for $18,400, yep another 5k,I will be paying it off, I will sell im VT privately,I just dont know which way to go. an... |
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VN Commodore problem Hey i have a intermitant problem. Car can go for weeks with no probs but then cuts out and is hard to start. Been to auto electrician so much but cant diagnose problem any thoughts! |
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VZ commodore mags on a VT would some VZ standard mags fit on to a 1999 VT commodore! |
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Commodore v6 just need a quick hand with my holden. it is a 1991 vn 3.8 v6. i have just converted it to manual all ready to go, but i have the auto shifter still plugged in and in park otherwise it wont crank. how do i wire it up so i can start it without the switch b... |
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02 VX Commodore whistling From one of the tensioner pulleys or the water pump.Has anyone had the same problem! |
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Commodore help please Would a vy interior fit into a vz,(have been offered a leather interior to replace our worn cloth interior) And will the tail lights fit.thanks |
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Vx commodore help VX commodore series 2 sometimes revs at between 1200 & 1500rpm when idle, then shoots up to 2000rpm and stays there until motor is turned off also does this while driving had new idle speed motor fitted an air flow meter cleaned |
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Calling hawkes bay people re commodore lead I was wanting to check on my VT commodore's sparkplugs today and pulled one off and broke the bit that sits on the sparkplug off. Judging by the lead they all need replacing but what i am wanting to ask, does anyone in the hawkesbay area have 1 lead f... |
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Question on holden commodore hi there, i have a 1997 holden commodore vt calais and was just wondering which relay is for the electric windows as it is making a clicky noise when i go to make it go up or down its definately not the center window controls as i have just replaced it wi... |
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Towing with VE Commodore What type of rear suspension upgrades should I make to tow 1800kg! |
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Airbag light on holden commodore 1997 vt calais Just purchased this vehicle and the airbag light is on been quoted on a few different possibilities but holden have told me that if there is a rip in the drivers seat where the airbag is that the light may be on for that reason! does any body know anythin... |
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VK commodore Need a drive shaft DESPERATELY hey all, im currently on the hunt for a drive shaft for a holden VK commodore 6cyl 3.3l manual sedan, any help please! |
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Vx commodore berlina rear end lights boot leak have noticed the rear light has moisture in it. i opend up the boot and a whole lot of water dripped out from the inside ill add pics soon |
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Commodore SV8 Looking at getting one of these as a weekend toy, not worried about fuel consumption, but are they reliable as they get up in the K's! any general information would be good. looking (in the long term, just putting feelers out now) to spend around 10-1... |
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Temp gauge on 2004 Holden commodore Goes up an down , so I'm driving along and the warning light comes on and the gauge is on max then all of a sudden goes back to normal then randomly it climbs above half way then goes back to normal again. Water level is fine and there are no leaks wh... |
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RB20E spark plug gap for 2.0L VL commodore? I have a set of NGK spark plugs to put into my sons commodore. The plugs part number is BCPR6ES-11. Can anyone tell me the correct gap setting as I have been unable to find 2.0 L on line, I can find 3.0L and V8 models easy enough . TIA for any help. |
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Electric commodore? http://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/7314115/Holdens-electric-Commodore |
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Ideas on value? 1990 VN Commodore V8, 90kms A mate has inherited an absolutely mint VN Commodore Executive V8 sedan from his fathers estate. The guy didn't get on with his Dad, even to the end, so just wants to get rid of the car and get some cash to put on his mortgage. Each to their own. Havi... |
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Good Brand Of Water Pump For A VZ Commodore? It is the standard executive 6 wagon. Have someone to put it in for free but there are so many brands to chose from. I have only heard of GMP I think and made in Japan. I was told to avoid made in China but isn't most stuff made there.lol Will check i... |
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04 holden commodore Hi i just bought my holden and was wondering if it is ok to run it on 91 unleaded! thanks |
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Vs commodore central locking my passengers door has just stopped responding to the remote and dosent move up or down. i can manually lock it though. does anyone know what my issue could be please |
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2004 5.7 litre commodore does anyone think they are ok ot run i have heard they are really gutsy on gas |
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SS commodore I am buying a 2004 Holden Commodore ss 5.7 litre does anyone know if these have a dual immobiliser in it or is it something that needs to be installed seperately. it makes all the difference to the insurance costs |
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Car Insurance. Does antone know the best place to go for this i have just brought a 2004 holden commodore ss it is a 57 litre ma does antone know the best place to go for this. i have just brought a 2004 holden Commodore SS. it is a 5.7 litre manual no modifications. thanks |
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Maximum tow ball weight for VE Commodore? Does anyone know the maximum tow ball weight for a VE Commodore! |
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VX series 2 commodore What is a good grade engine oil for 3.8 ltr @ 180.000km |
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Vz commodore heater core removal hi has any one done this at home ! or is it better to get done at a garage !thanks |
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Holden commodore help please Just moved to port hedland australia and brought a 2001 holden commodore im havin problems with it already 1st the indicators stoped then the stereo started playing up then i started to have problems starting it and now it won't start at all. anyone h... |
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My 94 Commodore Wagon has the head lining sagging and it is getting worse. I would like to glue it back up. It doesn't have to be flash looking as it is only a work vehicle. I carry my tools in it. Does anyone have any suggestions! |
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VE Commodore tow bar I am 1/2 way thru getting my towbar on and I have the "box" to plug in for the plug. Does anyone have one with a tow bar to tell me if it plugs into the LH or RH side of the wiring! Does the 7 pin plug lead come out by the drivers side tail lamp... |
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Nissan RB20 in commodore Can someone let me know if these motors have a timing belt or chain |
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VT commodore radiator apart from the coolant hoses & the trans cooler, what are the other 2 lines going thru the radiator! this is a series 2 V6 model. |
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VR and VS Commodore V6 plug leads - the same? Hi all. Are the spark plug leads the same on a VS and VR Commodore! Length, plug type and lead composition/dia/etc! Cheers. |
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95 VS Commodore Ute (again) - Fuel use? Hi all, another question about my ute if you dont mind. I have been monitering fuel use for a few tanks now and it seems pretty bad. I do a 14km run into work and the same home, and some as long or longer runs in the weekends. I am consistantly getting 42... |
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Holden VY Commodore 2002 performance increase. Doing a fun project on my old commy. What would u recommend. Ecotec v6 + ultra high rockers + extractors and exhaust + cold air intake + 69mm throttle body Would this benefit in making my vy quicker! Any other mods/suggestions/ideas I could do.! Cheeeers |
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Commodore window bear with me here cause im terrible at describing things, but recently the drivers side front window came out of the bracket and is now stuck halfway down. took the door panel off and found that theres a wee plastic part that connects to the bracket and s... |
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Commodore wont start vx s/c heres the story so far changed the oil and filter today reset the service reminder thing mrs took it to town 200 odd ks i got in it went to start it and it turns over and tries to go but wontany ideas before it goes to the money shop! thanks shane |
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91 commodore berlina speedo fault. Hey guys. I'm just looking to trade in a 91 commodore berlina 3.8 wagon.Sometime since its last WOF the speedo/odo has stopped working. I'm right away thinking that the speedo cable has broken. Is there a common fault with the speedo's in this... |
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Does a VZ commodore have a cambelt/timing belt? Does a VZ commodore have a cambelt/timing belt!Not really car savy :) |
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Vx commodore stereo problem hi there was wondering if this listing would look the part/fit in my berlina thankshttp://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/holden/other/auction-468210621.htm |
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Vx commodore stereo Q broght aseries 2 commodore series 2 belina today how hard is it to upgrade the stereo in it i have a single din sony ipod head unit i would like to put in but dont know because it has stereo buttons on the steering wheel, thanks |
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89 Commodore won't go? this is my own doing but was stripping the car out for a demolition derby thats coming up pulled the dash out and now the car won't start any sugestions! |
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VS commodore water leaking in boot heaps cant seem to find where from, but is bad. Drying it out now.Anyone had this problem! |
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Vr commodore not starting. Cars fitted with immobiliser/alarm, yesterday i went push the immobiliser button and nothing happend. Its not the battery in car or remote have checked them. Is there any way to disconnect the immobiliser so i can start car. and get the window up (as its ... |
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1992 VP Commodore. An ex cop car and lpg dedicated. I love driving it but when started cold the tappets rattle. Once it warms up, no probs. Are they hydraulic and can something easy be done ! I remember having the same prob with a Subaru and there was some kind of engine fl... |
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How to make a vs commodore auto shit faster!? Hey guys! i havea vs commodore and want to know, what i need to do to make it shift faster with less lag and safely |
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The worst VT Commodore I have ever seen http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/holden/commodore/auction-445808708.htm Clearly some methamphetamine was consumed before coming up with this particular customisation. |
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Changing engines in VR commodore! Have a VR commodore and the 3.8 that is in it is on its last legs, how hard would it be to put a newer ecotec 3.8 in! are the electrics very different! |
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VE Commodore SS or VY/VZ Clubsport! With a budget of $30k to $35k, am weighting up the respective merits of purchasing either a VE Commodore SS or a VY/VZ Clubsport. Plenty to choose from, most having excellent history and have been very well looked after. I've generally followed the ap... |
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How can I tell if my Holden Commodore Acclaim. is a VY or VN or any of the other two letter things they call them! It is a 2005 model, sedan automatic. |
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VR commodore flat key battery. I??™ve got a ??™94 VR in that??™s a no go, scanned for codes and found code31??™theft deferent signal missing??™. Basically the single lock unlock button does nothing, you can lock and unlock with the key blade manually but not remotely. Turn th... |
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VT commodore wont change into fourth gear my commodore wont change in to 4th/ overdrive have been told its the solenoid if so how hard is it to fix and how much will it cost cheers |
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Commodore chip http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/car-parts-accessories/performance/electronics/auction-443997245.htm got a 96 VS berlina, something like this actually worth buying/actually works and increases power like it claims! |
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Lowering VS Commodore Got a 96 Berlina which i just brought a set of VY SS rims for but wanna lower the stance a little to and firm it up. Dont wanna spend a ton of money so whats the best way of doing so! I guess the lower the better but dont wanna be scraping my ass along th... |
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