v8 tag
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Max compression ratio for a v8 Building up a holden 308 with early cast heads with a camshaft of around [email protected],want to run around 10.5-11.0 using 98.What CR are you running! |
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The sweet sound of a V8 Dose this sound make people (other road uses) think I want to race or I need to be in front! Driving to Waihi the other day. I was sitting on 100km/h in my 1990 High roof LWB Hiace (no race car but fitted with a 1UZ and decent exhaust) I come up behind a ... |
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Chrysler to join V8 Supercars http://www.sanjayacars.com/2012-dodge-challenger-srt8-392-yellow-jacket.html Chrysler express an interest in "joining in". All you Holden and Ford fans look out! |
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V8 super tourers have just bought my tickets for the 17,18 & 19 of feb,going to be a good weekend,who else is going. |
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Commie v8 hi all,haveing a debate with workmate,he says the 5.7 ltr in the commies is the worst motor chev ever built and that it is not the same as in the corvette,and that its made in taiwan,i think he full of it.what do u all say |
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Supercharged V8 Honda well it was a internet joke pic a few years ago. Now its real. what a waste of time. http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=uMdUo43-qu0&feature=related |
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Good news for v8 super tourers V8SuperTourers SELL OUT V8 SuperTourers sells all first year franchises The huge interest from existing and potential motorsport teams in the brand new V8 SuperTourer series reached new heights this week with the news that the championship organisers have... |
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DRAGMASTERS import vs V8 it's on tommorrow @ Fram Autolite Dragway. always a great days entertainment with some bl@@dy fast cars going head to head. only hope the rain don't come along & stuff it up. |
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5.7L oldsmobile v8 diesel valve clearances! anyone able to tell me the valve clearances for these! maybe someone has an old manual lying around! |
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What are some fast non turbo or v8 cars! Just wanna know ! |
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Help 308 V8 Bosch HEI Tachometer! needing some advice on connecting a tacho to a bosch hei dizzy! do I need a special tachometer to avoid burning the module up! |
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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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V8 boys get your bibs ready.DROOL! skip forward to 3.20 http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=D9Y1Xq19h7I |
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Hamilton v8 race 2012 Will you go to Hamilton race if Tony cochrane pulls thin pin on V8s in NZ. He has stated that Hamton Downs is not viable due to track length and travel times for the corporates and Pukekohe needs to much upgrading. Tracks currently in use in Oz are shorte... |
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El fairmont v8 is the diff in a el fairmount v8 the same as a el fairmount 6 cylinder diff! |
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Injector cc rating holden v8 & v6 Need to find out the cc rating of the injectors from holden 5l v8 and 3.8 v6 anyone here know! |
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VN V8 motor Wondering if any one would know the general cost of a rough overahaul of this engine.Rings Frost Plugs Oil seals Gaskets just a few simple things off the top of my head. Also thinking if there is a reputable company that swaps your old engine plus cash fo... |
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Holden v6/v8 conversion I have a 2000 holden vs ute v6 manual. but want to put my 350/5.7 in. by chance would the bellhousings match or are they miles apart! if so is there somewhere i can get a bellhousing from that will adapt the 2! Id like to hear from anyone that has 1st han... |
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Landrover V8 Petrol v LPG Hi all, my parent have a 95 Crossroads (Landrover) with under 70k on it. It is absolutely mint condition. My sister and BIL live up on a farm up the east coast and are looking at getting another wagon. They currently have a Nissan Torrano (sp) POS that it... |
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V8 OR V6 BLOCK. hi all,im on the hunt for a v8 block again,time for anouther coffee table,and this time its going in my lounge,once its in there the wife wont be able to move it,so if anyone has or knows of any old v8 or even a v6 laying around they dont want let me know... |
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1983 rangerover vouge 3.5 v8 5speed gearbox Hey guys lookin for a 1983 rangerover vouge 3.5 v8 5speed gearbox. Not worried about location just need one ASAP. Any help would be appreciated. Cheers |
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V8 Supercars Championship Winner is For those that can't wait for TV3. Whincup takes it out, finish's 8th but does enough to take it out. Well done, three times championship winner. The Giz stays in fourth with a third. |
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V8 Supercasrs. Race 1sydneylowndestandervangisbergmurph16th race 1SydneyLowndes,Tander,Vangisberg,Murph16th |
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EL 1995 Ford Fairmont V8 5litre motor Has any1 or does anyone know where I can get a 4 speed auto gear boxe for a 1995 EL Ford Fairmont V8 5 litre motor: |
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Does any one know someone selling a 302 V8 Im looking for a running 302 windsor complete in Auckland please cheers. |
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V8 ba falcon ute what is the difference between the v8 in the xr8 and the one in the xls ute! |
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My holden v8 needs new diff are the 6 & 8 diff the same as a 6 cylinder diff or is there a difference.Also what does a limited slip diff do the wrecker told me he didnt like them as tey caused crashed.I would really appreciate it if you could point me in the right direction. |
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5.8 Litre most powerful pruduction V8 In the world:::link http://mustangsdaily.com/blog/2011/11/14/ford-unleashes-650-horsepower-2013-shelby-gt500 some serious torque there. |
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Holden V8 convert to manual! 94 vr Holden statesman wonting to convert to manual anyone done it befor what do i need to do to computer can i use a v6 box and flywheel are the driveshafts the same! |
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V8 Supertourers Support Classes. Can anyone tell me what other classes are racing at the events next year. |
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NZ V8 crash, footage please anybody have a link to some of the footage of the crash/crashes from the V8's at Pukekohe! |
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Which V8 Should I buy. I Have decided that I need to experience owning a car with a V8 engine, however I only want to spend a max of 5k on one, which limits the choices to, early to mid 90's Holden Commodore 5.0 V8, Early to Mid 90's Falcon XR8 or E34 BMW 540i.I assume ... |
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Xf v8 pricing! I have a XF ford falcon, with a 351 cleveland in it. I am going to be putting it on trademe. But I am just wanting to know, how much these go for. It needs to be certed and also needs a torque convertor and front windscreen. Still drives though. The WOF f... |
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V8 Supercar race withdrawal Well the Hamilton City Council were warned a long time ago about this.It happened to Wellington Street Race. Committed lots of money and then the plug pulled. |
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Interesting V8 Skyline Wonder what the widebody kid thinks about thishttp://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/nissan/skyline/auction-414089584.htm |
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Ok, these jags, 1999 4.0 ltr v8,s type 99,000k's, 12-13000$, would you buy one, if not what is wrong with them!, thnks guys |
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So the V8's cost Hamilton over 30 million. Wellington previously found out the hard way that those guys play very hardball,who in his right mind would set up a streetcircuit for V8's in NZ! All of thes big time promoters, be it IRB, Formula One, or V8's want their pound of... |
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Which is best, Rotary or Vtec or V8! This message was deleted. |
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Holden V6 starter motor for v8 Ive brought a new v8 starter to put in my vn but it doesn't fit in between the headers and sump. Will a v6 starter work just as well! |
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Darrell Waltrip in an Aussie V8 Supercar This is awesome. enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=kLkLtBkUVuo&feature=player_embedded |
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V8 past the last and final test this avo it towed the boat outta the boat ramp, No worries! Been waiting for a fine day to test it out for ages. So it ticks all the boxes and super happy with the car. Now if the holdens win this avo it'l top the day off! |
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304 V8 . Were these things all the same or were there better/improved versions of them etc! Did they come out with different auto's and if so . was one better than the other! What would you expect to pay for a complete running car (straight or wreck but runnin... |
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Ford v8 gurus I have a 351c in my XD & can't decide whether to put alloy heads on or stroke it or go big block.Never owned or driven a BB so temptation is to go that way,what are pros & cons & your thoughts! |
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V8 Supercars. Racing in austentexas from 2013 amp bathurst to be shown live in nth america this yearwho said its dying racing in Austen,Texas from 2013 & Bathurst to be shown live in Nth America this year.Who said its dying! |
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Aftermarket ECU's for V8's . Whats the story on these things. I am adept at turning the idle mixture screws on a double pumper but know squat about later model stuff and even less about the ECU??™s that run them. Realistically, what sort of difference would replacing a factory ECU ... |
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V8 Supertourers Your opinions please. |
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Hilux 4x4 lexus v8 i am putting a lexus v8 into my hilux. i am going to use the lexus trans. can anyone tell me what the best model transfercase is to use. |
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Rover v8 inlet manifold does anyone have a 4 barrell inlet maniflod or possibly a standard carb setup for one of these that they might be interested in listing on here. thanks in advance |
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What engine would ya GET?. Thinking of getting new engine for ford capri has the 2l pinto thinking lexus v8 or maybe a straight thinking of getting new engine for ford capri has the 2l pinto thinking lexus v8 or maybe a straight 6, ! or what would you go 4! |
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OLD V8 BLOCK HI,AM LOOKING FOR A OLD V8 BLOCK FR NEXT COFFEE TABLE PROJECT,THIS ONE WILL BE GOING IN MY LOUNGE,IF THE WIFE LIKES IT OR NOT,SO IF SOMEONES GOT ONE LAYING AROUND OR KNOWS SOMEONE,LET ME KNOW,CHEERS. |
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What engine would ya GET?. Thinking of getting new engine for ford capri has the 2l pinto thinking lexus v8 or maybe a straight thinking of getting new engine for ford capri has the 2l pinto thinking lexus v8 or maybe a straight 6, ! or what would you go 4! |
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260E Mercedes with Lexus V8 Not sure, if I like it or not. Too low for comfort in any situation though, but that could easily be rectified.http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/used-cars/mercedesbenz/260e/auction-370528222.htm |
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Lexus v8. Ive put a lexus into a suzuki escdo with surf tans behind it used factory v8 computormotor starts and runs fine as soo I,ve put a lexus into a suzuki escdo with surf tans behind it used factory v8 computormotor starts and runs fine as soon as i put it in gear and under load the engine seems to louse a few cylinders and has no power (trans is not wired into engine loom ) c... |
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5.0L v8 fairmont wont idle when cold just got a fuel injected 5L v8 falcon and it wont idle when cold, what causes this problem! any help would be great |
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Mechanical Help with a 1995 Ford Fairmont V8! The car won't start.We have charged the battery overnight and tried starting it again and it won't start.It is turning over slightly slower than usual but seems to not be firing.What other things should we check or look at assuming that the batter... |
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What did the 2010 V8 camaro sell at turners sat? I missed the classic auction in Ak last saturday. Anyone know the price the SS V8 sold for! I know the V6 passed in at $55,000. |
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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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Ford v8 im having a hard time trying to find a starter motor for my 302 winsor.it has a manual bellhousing(alloy) and a 157 tooth flywheel.I got a new one of here to suit a manual but didnt fit and today i tryed a big old school one that didnt fit.The problem is ... |
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KIWI TEAM KIWI DRIVER WINS DARWIN V8 SUPERCARS TV1TV3NZ Herald and how do they cover it ! Just the bare fkn facts. Last night on TV 1 Fk all . How sad for motorsport and kiwis in motorsport overseas |
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V8 gocart what would this be worthnow, 253 holden, goes well, i know somebody will say its worth only what somebody is prepared to pay, but just after a idea http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/6/176019106_full.jpg |
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Daimler V8 in wellington there was a green daimler v8 in the past week for sale in wellington for $6,500, does anyone know if it sold or the name of seller! |
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253 V8 is this worth using to repower a bedford van! just wondering if it would have the power needed to do the job and not crap itself. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx!id=381664977 |
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1995 Ford Fairmont 5.0 v8 Overheating Problem Got a problem with my ford, after being for a good ride and i stop water comes out the overflow pipe off the reserviour. I have replaced the water cap off the reserviour, it did stop the overflowing, even drove to rotorua from aucks. Did use a little wate... |
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V8 Rover backfiring? Just got this as a paddock racer and have had one day of awesome fun but went out yest and it wouldnt start! Major backfire and exhaust now off LOL Seems to have wet spark plugs on one side. Our trouble is it has 2 carbs and we cant find any info on tunin... |
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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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BF Fairmont V8 Best place in CHCH to get a service!,due for trans flush also,thanks |
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FORD V8 injection removal i thought about it on my eb xr8,was having computer issues and had a guts full, thankfully i was talked out of it,tune ups needed,less economical,not original so worth less |
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Vl commodore v8 conversion anyone got a wiring diagram for a 308! |
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V8 car explodes at start from perth today - video lucky man! http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=8wUvMKUlFLo |
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70 series v8 diesel landcrusiers Any thoughts on these |
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Average cost of fuel for an old V8? 454 or 253 |
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Ford LTD V8 AU Series 1 The oil pressure guage sits approx half way between the 0 and 7 when driving normally but when sitting at the lights or in a drive-thru the needle drops down to 0 and the warning beeps sound.Upon driving again the needle goes back to normal.Can anyone adv... |
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The v8 results Just looking at the results of the hamilton 400 and I thought that the winner of the round was the driver who scored the most points over the two races. Was this not Rick Kelly with 252 rather than Shane the Gizz with 207!If so why was Van Gizzburgen give... |
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V8 Hamilton I guess you're insinuating Skylines are real cars. |
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V8's Whats everyones opinion on opening the v8 tournment up to more competition rather than the traditional manufacturer battle with ford vs holden. |
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V8 farce Gave up watching. Too many ad breaks with way too many adverts. Bugger.They'll have the best bits on the news tonight. |
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Bathurst 1000 V8 RaceWkend 2012 Dates pleasee Does anyone know the dates for this in 2012.have had a good look in Google and Bathurst site and (!) and can't find any dates - thanks folks.Is it always the first wkend of October! |
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A manual T-bird with a v8 Rover engine? 365736436. I had one of these in the states (1985 V8), but this is something else. Talk about one-of-a-kind. |
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Whats the life of a VT 1998 v8 engine ? Looking at one on TM thats done 298000. |
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How can I change the horrible sound of a v8. Hi, I just bought a V8.Bloody old boat anchor comes in handy for towing the boat.But i cant stand that terrible drone coming from under the bonnet. What's the best way to disguise the noise.If I change the twin pipes to 2 in to one, would that help!Wh... |
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Looking for 1989 - 1994 Ford Fairlane LTD V8 Hey guys, I'm trying to find a Ford Fairlane LTD V8, I know they're incredibly rare to come by but I really liked that shape of the Fairlane and i'm really after the LTD model and was wondering if anyone is selling one! or knows someone sellin... |
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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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Need some advice on a v8 exhaust. Hi all. we have just bought a 2000 vt v8 holden, we are going to take it into a few places next week to find out what we can do to get the 'grunty' v8 sound from the muffler as it only has factory pipes, we were wondering if any of you have done t... |
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V8 supercars. Is there anywhere this can be watched my father tried to tape and and stay awake right till midnight then the tape is there anywhere this can be watched my father tried to tape and and stay awake right till midnight then the tape didnt work :-( |
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I wana build a suby witha v8 n.e1 got some no ? hi there i want to build a suby v8 if any man woman have got the no im interstd |
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V8 supercar coverage. Where and when? I have looked here, on tv3 website and googlerd but cant find anything. Last year it was very eazy Sunday pm but I havent seen anything yet. Or have I miised the races! |
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Ht ute Factory V8 Just bought an Ht ute factory 253.the question is should i leave it a 253 or put a 308 in it.! it came with a 253 and 5 speed toyota box, from build tag it was a 253 and trimatic stock |
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V8 BLOCK hi all im on the hunt again for a old v8 or even a v6 block for my next coffee table project anyone got a old block laying around in the shed in the auckland area let me know,cheers. |
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Anyone know of a place selling v8 Airfilter adaptors for a 4 barrell carb on a 283 v8! |
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Does anyone have V8 Pedistal Mounts for any xy We are fitting a 302 cleveland into an xy falcon.We are trying to find some V8 pedistal mounts for an xy Falcon.Does anybody have some they want to sell!If so how much.Cheers |
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V8. I have just bought a 94 ss commodore. I havnt had a v8 for years and years you forget how well they go i love it. Bought it cause i was sick of having a empty garage and have been harping on to the wife for a long time to get something. Well she finaly sa... |
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VW Touareg 4.2 V8 Hi, just wondering if anyone has any experience with the 4.2 V8 Touaregs!Considering a 04/05 vintage as these seem to be quite reasonably priced.I do however wonder about reliability . not sure why as they are probably fine, but its just the whole second ... |
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Old school v8 help please bit of a tricky one here, I just put a 343 AMC v8 into my Javelin and it';s got a wee annoying low speed miss, it's fine at high revs and under load, ie it revs out fine in 1st and second, does a skid with out a problembut at idle it hunts arounda... |
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I am chasing a Ford EDIS8 module off a V8. . Am interested in a deal (auction viaI am chasing a Ford EDIS8 module off a V8 TM etc but not silly price as it can be imported) on the whole EDIS8 module with section of loom &plug, VR tack wheel sensor (with its plug and section of wire) off bottom... |
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Lexus V8 conversion. putting in a surf, and I'm wondering what to do with the pump that drives the hydraulic fan. Anyone out there thats done one of these,any help will be appreciated. |
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V8 Running abit rough Its a 302w idles ok, revs fine, but when i drive it it starts to run rough any ideas! ive checked the net and found thiers 2 firing orders for this motor do you think it could be that! i just hope its not a burnt valve.Cheers guys |
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Jeep Cherokee. Hi boys my mate recently brought a 02 jeep cherokee v8 petrol with 100000 on the clock it has a strange noise com Hi Boys, My mate recently brought a 02 Jeep cherokee V8 petrol, with 100,000 on the clock. It has a strange noise coming from the center console, that only occurs on breaking and some times over bumps in the road. On invesigation it sounds like other jeep... |
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Brort a got a blinged out v8 hilux 2wd wanna get sum reel grunt out of da puppy. gunna swop v8 4 vtec thinkin of goin 2.2 ltr Vtec wif heerblowa, blo off valv and kewl eer induktin.ne1 gud wif Vtecs kan sagest sum reel hp emproovments 4 vtek ova v8 |
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V8 Super Cars This would be cool to see amongst them http://www.v8.co.nz/news-3900/cadillac-returns-to-motorsport-with-cts-v-coupe-racer |
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Audi's V8 Diesel Hi everyone - I'm after advice and information from those in the know about the abovementioned V8 TDI in a 2010 A8. To be clear, I am asking for a friend who is a die hard Holden lover but who has never used the TMMB. A bit of history - |
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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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Hemi 5.7 V8 - Your experience? A quick google search seems to indicate these engines can have problems with value seats falling out and/or lifters failing (Hemi tick) and eating camshafts. What is your experience, buy or avoid? Cheers. |
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Holden V8 flywheels I have a black block ex VL 308 v8 engine currently with a trimatic behind it. Can anyone tell me if the early HQ-HZ red block 308 flywheel will fit my motor. I am also looking for a clutch fork for a 308 manual , if anyone has 1 let me know in here and ma... |
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Landrover discovery v8 petrol fuel This vehicle sitting maybe 3 years, put battery in and fuel gauge says 1/2 , so crank over, motor turns and fires and runs 2 seconds, then dies. Can't get anymore life. Try ether and , yes fires a bit . Put gallon more fuel in, makes. O difference. So... |
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Smallest v8 Would like to see this in a RC model. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B9zt3SF_Flc |
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3 cylinder V8 economy. Can get from Ashburton to Blenheim on a tank of gas so seems not too bad. |
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V8 supercars Does anyone know a link I can watch the v8 supercars on |
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V8 supercars via liveview Has anyone successfully registered to the v8 supercars liveview site to get all of 2015 races for $39.95. Im keen to ditch sky especially now netflix is here but the liveview is available only to countries other then NZ or Aussie |
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V8 super tourers to merge http://www.stuff.co.nz/sport/motorsport/67656054/nz-v8-touring-cars-and-v8-supertourers-set-to-merge |
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Landy Disco 1993 3.8 V8 . ? more info please. What are you wanting to know? |
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Mercedes V8 diesel truck engine- blown head gasket this is the engine with 8 separate heads, I'm pretty sure a head gasket is blown & have compression in the radiator, whats the easiest method to figure out which cylinder head I should remove? |
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Discovery II 3.9L V8 Thinking of buying the above truck as a weekend adventure toy. They seem to have a habit of blowing head gaskets. Hard job to do on these? Being push-rod driven they look simple enough. Am I wrong? And - how strong are the blocks? Have heard the cylinder ... |
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1988 Hilux with a Lexus V8 Saw it today. Manual 4WD and big ass tyres. Would be fun down at the beach! |
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Classic v8 car carb troubles I have 3 v8 classics, all have had power valve failure ,caused we think by the ethanol content in high octane fuel. they idle poorly are hard to start and thirsty being the main problems carb strip down reveals swollen or ruptured power valve! any one els... |
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Electric car shocks V8 set. No sure if this has been posted before. "There's something strange about Tom Short's little yellow Datsun 1200. It might be that it can clear a quarter mile in a lightning-fast 14 seconds. It also might be that you won't hear it when it does. The Taupo me... |
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Lexus v8 smoking! 96 LS 400 done 320k been serviced well,was running rough ,tested leads 3 were no good,replaced with OE set,ran on 8,test drive it pouring blue smoke out of left exhaust twin pipe.starts instantly but overfuelin massively,can put finger in exhaust and unbu... |
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Sky sport4 HD Non stop Super cool V8 Action,NOW!. Yep 24 hrs non stop bathurst great vieing . Non sky moaners miss out . |
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V8 Supercars -Gold Coast 600 This weekend http://www.supercars.com/2017-vodafone-gold-coast-600-schedule-results/ For those of us who have sky or bought t |
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V8 Supercars on TV or ? I loath Sky. So won't pay them but am happy to pay for the privilege of watching the V8's ('till they go electric. meh might be ok). Is there another option?. |
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What $ would a chev 265 v8 and 2 speed powerglide. Hey guys. In my chev I have a running 265 without Intake and carb. It runs very nicely but has a leaky main seal. Power glide shift but would suit a rebuild I believe. What price should I ask for these 2 ? |
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MUSTANG '07 GT V8 4.6l Octane Hey all just bought the above vehicle but cant find recommended fuel Octane rating. American website saying 87 is fine but not entirely sure what this means, if we use the same ratings here etc. Anyone know? Cheers |
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V8 SUPERCARS hi guys n gals im wanting to get rid of sky but love my v8 supercars. is fan pass my only choice $55 per month to keep watching the racing? or is there something else I can do to watch them. thanks |
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Mercedes Benz V8 - what to watch out for Having got cold feet re: buying a V8 5 Series BMW after asking the same question on this forumI an now wondering about a V8 Merc about '05 to '10 up tp 100 ks. Anything I should be aware of. Cheers. |
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Jaguar V8 engines. There is loads and loads of "internet wisdom" about the Jaguar AJV8 engine, and its tendency to self destruct due to plastic cam chain tensioners breaking down over time. Jaguar released two updates to this part - a 2nd plastic version [no better] and fin... |
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Ford V8 ecu chip? AUII XR8 auto. Just wondering about a chip (if available) to improve fuel economy. Any ideas as to what I could get and are the worth while doing. For the wifes ute, and she's doing about 500-600kms a week. |
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Nz v8 magazine issue 8 Hi would anyone have a spare copy of NZV8 magazine issue 8 , it has an article in there featuring a 71 Dodge Challenger ( the hulk) we purchased this car not long ago and there is some info on the car in the article we are interested in Thanks |
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NZ V8 Series seems they have kissed and made up, will wait and see if it works |
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Rover V8 dizzy help Looking down from the top, which way does a Rover V8 distributor turn? Auto electrician has put guts of pertronics ignitor from designed for Rover V8 into Triumph Stag Dizzy, increase in revs = retards back 0 degrees. |
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Where would I find a "cruisomatic v8" Badge. Don't spose anyone just happens to have one lying about needing a new home? |
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HZwagon v8 diff anybody know what diff will bolt straight into a HZ wagon,350 chev with 350 turbo trans. or where I can find a LSD V8 holden diff? |
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Best v8 engine to convert a v6 holden i have a ute 1992. its fairly tidy . kms 340ish. was thinking of searching for a v8 engine/trans combo to suit . not worried about costs. what would go good in it. ls1 or the 304? |
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What to buy? and info on Nissan Motors - V6 & V8 Anyone had much to do with these motors and Cars? I am still hunting for the next (lazy driver, old fart, road flattening, heaps of grunt, great cornering, awesome braking) ride. So when you consider last daily was an SRT8 300c and the one prior was a E38... |
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Gold Coast V8 Super Cars this weekend. I will be watching the race on Sunday through Skys Fan Pass, but would anyone have a live stream link to be able to watch the top ten shoot out and qualifying tomorrow? |
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V8 supercars see the schematic Murphy was showing of next generatrion SC , now full double wishbone suspension all round like single seater , carbon fibre ? & the radiators inboard either side of the transaxle , only thing missing was pushrod spring /dampers This woul... |
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NZ Alloy V8 Viewed one of these at Southbridge 150th on the back of a Landrover had Denco sticker on it and by the exhausts was a boat motor, didnt catch up with it after the parade. Anyone know about it , was it one of John Hislops boat motors, looked like one of th... |
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Toyota 76 series 4.5 V8 td cruiser question just brought a 12 / 09 cruiser and trying to work out what diffs I have. I know I can jack it up and rotate the wheels to work it out but there must be a Toyota website where I can plug in the VIN number and get the correct answer. It seems from my resear... |
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Chrysler 300c V8 opinion please Hi have you owned one and what is your opinion, how do they handle on corners and hills. They look like a heavy car? |
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V8 Torana Wound my window down crossing the Rimutaka hill this evening, to listen to the soundtrack of an early Torana with a V8 conversion that was in front of me. He had a pair of 2.5" mild steel pipes out the back, making a proper V8 rumble, just a fast car the ... |
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Old skool V8 sound vs new Just asking. So if one were to make up a set of headers for a modern V8 and join the center ports into one would that achieve the same noise? |
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V8 or v6 blocks hi all, I know iv posted this before, but still on the hunt for any old f**ked,v8 or v6 blocks, that you might have laying around gathering dust, looking to make a couple of coffee tables from them, had a guy message me last time about a Holden v6 but los... |
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Not all V8 conversions look good. http://www.britishv8.org/Articles/Images-V22-1/PhilMcConnell-Spitfire-V8.jpg |
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V8 mk3 cortina Im wanting to put a v8 into my mk3 cortina.,wondering what the best motor and how hard would it be,was told to go chev.! |
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VH41 V8 QUAD CAM NISSAN ENGINE Just wondering if a sr20de gearbox would fit on this, looking at doing a conversion but want it to be manual. Any information on this subject would be greatly appreciated, thanks. |
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V8 people I have a 302 cleveland and would like to know if any body knows the firing order as i havent marked my leadscheers |
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V8 Supercars ? If SKY TV are broadcasting V8 Supercars, does that meen we will have to join Sky Sport to watch Bathhust, and all other V8 Supercar sports,or will we still get coverage on chanel 3. Cheers. |
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Who is screening Round 2 of the V8 Supercars? Have posted in general as well but someone here might be more in the know. Paid for Sky solely to watch the V8 Supercars only to be told by them today "We don't have the rights to Round 2" What a have - weren't told that when we signed u... |
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V8 supercars. I see the next round is on this weekend but no sign of sky sport showing it im i wrong i see the next round is on this weekend but no sign of sky sport showing it! im i wrong! |
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HELP PLEASE V8 FORD FANS can somone please shed some light on this. i am wanting to repower a ford EA with a 302 v8 was going to use a 302w old school engine with carb.What is a roller cam engine .any help please .will a 3o2 w rollercam eng and C4 fit the EA any help please. |
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V8 Supercars If anyone wants the link Starts at 5pm today.http://www.justin.tv/pigboy_05#/w/4999961408/2 |
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Ford sidevalve V8's (great website too) OK, so I had a nostalgia trip, and thought about building a Model A pickup with a sidevalve V8 motor (just like I had 45 years ago). Oh B*gger! Nostalgia sure can cost a lot. I found this site http://www.flatheads-forever.com/hnh-flatheads-ford-flathead-r... |
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V8 supercars. First round this weekend 28th 3rdwhat channel has the racing First round this weekend 28th-3rd.What channel has the racing.! |
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Aussie V8's Clipsall 500 on Sky. Aussie V's only on Sky from now on. SKY SPORT BROADCAST DETAILSClipsal 500 Adelaide Fri March 1 AMOUR ALL Qualifying 1 5.30pm SKY Sport 2 LIVE Fri March 1 ARMOR ALL Top Ten Shootout 6.30pm SKY Sport 2 LIVE Sat March 2 Race 1 5.00pm SKY Sport 2 LIVE Su... |
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Lexus v8. Roughly how much to do the head gaskets on a lexus v8 1uzfe Roughly how much to do the head gaskets on a lexus v8. 1uzfe. |
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If V8 Superscars are slow then LM Audis and Porsches (Factory race cars) must be really slow then. http://www.bathurst12hour.com.au/timing/results.php!race=91 |
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Finally the good V8 Supercars have arrived! http://www.v8supercars.com.au/news/caruso-moffat-confirmed-as-nissans-unveiled Finally some real V8 motors have arrived on the V8SC scene |
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Landrover Series 3 Factory V8 Im curious does anyone know if the Oldsmobile 215 V8 will drop straight in to the Landrover and bolt straight up to the bell housing, engine mounts etc ! with out any problems i.e. manifolds, radatiors, steering arms etc. I understand that these engines a... |
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Hemi 392 V8 Great Sound http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=l6nNkyJuqzc&list=FLKmAmyklU2Bsl1RVw32GNUg&index=14Can some Muffler, Exhaust, Mechanic's, Hot Rod enthusiasts answer some questions for me. Listen to the Youtube clip and tell me what you think. 1. Can someone ple... |
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Ford V8 HP ratings ? Does anyone have the factory ratings of a 1969 429 V8, and compression ratio, i did have the manual with all the ratings but cant find it now. cheers |
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Shane Van G. an enormous loss to the V8's. The Aussie V8's won't be anywhere near the same without his hard-charging skill stirring up the opposition processions. Very sad decision to pull out of it all. |
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Time to sell your V8's http://www.stuff.co.nz/motoring/8038567/Days-of-affordable-driving-may-be-numbered |
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Ford jailbar flathead v8 Any experts on flathead ford out there,got flat head v8,been told blows out head gasket in one place,old owner 52 years seem quiet knowlagble says got 2 thou clearence in one spot in one head,tells me a piece of abstos glued to block with loctite etc work... |
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?. What v8 do u own what V8 do u own! |
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Disco 3.9 V8 Is it possible to take sump off in situlooks like it ,#4 piston has broken or stuck ring soiling the plug up so bad wont fire .All othershave 140 - 150 psicomp& #4 is at30psi& pressure inthecrankcase . |
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V8 supercars . .live stream tonite . . abu dubai http://www.firstpost.com/topic/event/abu-dhabi-grand-prix-streaming-online-v8-supercar-championship-at-yas-marina-ci-video-VhBhTu4TnSY-79803-22.html |
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Mopar 241 cu in v8 questions Hello all , looking for anyone that may have informaion leading to a 241 cu. in. Mopar V8 1954 -1955 in rebuildable state for fargo truck or a reliable contact in us or any information . Thankyou |
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Nissan V8 Supercar looks sharp. http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/nissan-unveils-v8-supercar-20121030-28gln.html |
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Songs that go great with v8 cruising on a sunny sunday afternoon Some of my favourites; Pink Floyd Echoes (or anything Pink Floyd actually) The doors, when the musics over Guns n Roses, Estranged The cult ,Revolution Genisis, Mamma Radiohead, Bones Talking heads, Wild Wild life Dire Straight... |
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Rover V8 I havea Landrover Series 3 with a 3.5 Litre Rover V8. I want to crank it up and make it sound throaty. Ive always liked the sound of Ford T Buckets no matter what type of engines they are have in them. Does anyone know if you can get one of these Rover 3.... |
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What do you prefer v8 sound? Whats better loud and in your face V8 Or quietened down v8 still with a nice rumble and.loud gilmores buzzing away! I have two exhausts so can change from both |
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V8 SC What a start to race 1 |
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DJR 2013 Mazda running Ford V8 What do you guys think! I recon all brands should have to run their own engines. Of coarse Mazda don't have a V8 so therefore couldn't enter. |
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Rover v8 Bad Vibrations. Nasty fine vibration in my Rover sd1 v8 very hard to diagnose. Drive chain is all good, vibration is constant, even when standing still. Worse at some revs than others - can be felt through steering wheel and gear lever. Engine runs sweet. So, Could it be... |
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Holden Monaro VRS V8 Bus You dont see this very often http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=mVKf64xi6_c |
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V8 Supercars. Wow qualifying race 2 you wouldn39t think there was still a 500km race to go tomorrow Wow, qualifying race 2. You wouldn't think there was still a 500km race to go tomorrow. |
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Holden 304 v8 rear crank rope seal any body no of a firm out west the could install or machine block to suit rubber type seal as i heard its no a straight forward job installing rope seal , i dont have the heads off either,cheers |
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Cochrane quits V8 Supercars chairman role Seems i can see into the future lol. See the last line of my post at start of this thread. http://www.trademe.co.nz/Community/MessageBoard/Messages.aspx!id=1119086&topic=1 Article here. http://www.speedcafe.com/2012/09/21/tony-cochrane-quits-v8-superc... |
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Merc', 4th V8 supercars manufacturer. There will be a press conference at 1pm (OZ time) to announce that Mercedes-Benz will be the 4th manufacturer in next years V8 supercar field. Rumour has it that Stone brothers have joined up with (read sold to!) Erubus Racing who has (kinda) brokered the... |
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AU Falcon V8 rewire Hi all, we are about to fit a complete running gear from an AU V8 into a cobra kit car, has anyone got any suggestions on someone who can wire up the electronics and bypass the smartlock! |
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Who needs a v8 http://www.carbuzz.com/news/2012/9/4/One-Liter-EcoBoost-Formula-Ford-Schools-Supercars-at-the-Ring-7710584/ |
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Finally found a 'coon V8 wagon a few years earlier than I really wanted but as they say 'the price was right' . AND an added advantage is when someone says "is that your Falcon" I can say "its a Fairmont!" (cracks me up when ppl do that, a few bits of trim e... |
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Toyota Lexus V8 Ok who is using one in a project! Whats your project let us know what you are using it for, likes dislikes mods. cheers |
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Free Double pass for V8 Supertourers tomorrow Won a Double pass and can't go. Free to good home. Will email them to who ever wants them. |
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MediaWorks lost millions on V8's http://www.stuff.co.nz/business/industries/7482986/MediaWorks-lost-millions-on-V8s Interesting - particularly these comments: "Embattled broadcaster MediaWorks booked millions in losses from its involvement in the V8 Supercars series" "This... |
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Anyone have a v8 vauxhall cresta did you have much trouble fitting the v8 in! |
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Yeeehaaa. Monster V8 in WWII tank. http://smh.drive.com.au/motor-news/tank-meets-truck-20120816-24b31.html waiting for the 'shoulda put a rota in it'. |
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BA Fairmont 2002 V8 - Oil Leak Hi, Just wondering if there was O Ring or a Gasket behind the Oil Filter housing in the 2002 BA Fairmont as there is a oil leak coming from behind the oil filter housing and dripping from mount. Oil Filter has been replaced recent |
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Lexus V8 in isuzu MU anyone here know of or if anyone who has done this! |
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V8 Exhaust I brought a Land Rover 109 V8 1983 flat deck. It has a standard V8 exhaust on it with the standard 3.5 litre Rover V8.I want to really beef up the truck and make it sound a really throaty, grunty V8. Ive always admired the sound of Ford T Buckets and it d... |
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V8 Turbo Mani 499201109 anyone know anything about these! rekon they will fit a VS as per Qs and As |
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V8 falcon towing a mate tows a 2 axel trailer with mt 200lt drums on board stacked 3 high about 48 drums in total behind a landcruser is now looking at a 2004 v8 falcon to replace it. any ideas what this will be like! hes just sick of road users and diesel. |
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Xg v8 ute.? ive got an xg xr6 ute, manual, tickford 4.0 which ive had for a couple of years now and want to upgrade to a 351. would i be better of finding a motor to put in my xg, or selling it off and getting a cheaper xf ute! |
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Jaguar 4.0 v8 need parts 2000 hi need thermostat housing , I broked it , anybody on here know where to score the bargains |
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304 v8 into a Vr conversion Long term project. Managed to pick up a 304 out of a SS VP commodore. Comes with wireing harness and ECU. Ive been told I need X member and mounts, aswell as driveshaft. Can anyone out there with info please let me know what else im going to need. |
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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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Holden V8 Frost Plugs How do you know that the frost plugs leaking on a 1990 holden commodore v8! |
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VN V8 Calais problem We have a vn v8 calais that over revs, when driving it only really gets as far as second gear maybe third then the revs go right up and the car loses power, It idles fine and you can rev it fine in park but once you drive it, it loses power though it is f... |
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Trying to find a 'coon V8 s/wagon early to mid 2000s, good grief, what a mission. is there a reason for the lack of them on the market! was the 4.0 6 good enough for company rep duties! not many 8s produced (or not at all)! Plenty of sedans, a few utes & plenty of Holden options but t... |
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Converting Holden 202 6 cylinder to v8 Just looking for some advice on converting a kingswood 202 6 cylinder to a v8, 253 or 308. Can these engines been purchased new as crate engines in NZ (Christchurch)! what would be the sort of price I would be looking at for one! Im a bit cautious about b... |
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V8 Hilux Hey would a Hilux 5 speed be strong enough to put behind a 351C!Im lookin at buying one thats been built and certed etc but just wondering if it will last! |
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V8 Supercasrs. I see len is going to spend 21m of our money at pukekohe each year for the next 5 years what is wrong with hampto I see Len is going to spend $2.1m of our money at Pukekohe each year for the next 5 years, what is wrong with Hampton Downs, or is it Tony cant take all the profit and leave the bills |
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2006 Ford V8 "ETC" LIGHT FLASHING Does anyone know what that warning light is for please! |
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304 vn v8 no oil pressure ? Just fitted a recond motor to the car,wound it over without plugs in it,but no oil pressure,well oil light wont go out. Got any ideas ! Cheers. |
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BMW Z8 - Alpina V8 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BMW_Z8_(E52) If I am correct the |
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Vn V8 injector. Where do i buy a new one and can they be cleaned or repaired,i have 1 that refuses to do its job ! Thanks. |
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Lexus V8 early 90's or Maxima early 2000s? Having a discussion with the neighbour across from me, an older bloke who wants a cruisy/comfortable big car. He absolutely loves the early 1990's Lexus V8's, which are a beautiful car, but for the same price or less he can get a 2000-2003 3 litre... |
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V8 super tourers. more exciting than V8 Super cars dont you think/ |
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Problem with supercharged v8 Holden Bought a vy sv8 last week from a dealer. Is supercharged with cam, clutch injectors, air intake and all the other business. Was driving this morning and there was a loud irratically occuring clicking sound.It sounded like suspension mounts clicking in and... |
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EB FAIRMONT V8 Project does any one know if a 351 cleveland will fit in a EB Fairmont and if the base plates out of a xf will fit a eb as well |
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This is amazing! The worlds smallest running V8 http://www.youtube.com/watch!v=B9zt3SF_Flc&feature=related The engine starts and runs, even sounds like a proper engine! Excellent workmanship and design. |
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V8 mustang power! Yes please http://media.ford.com/article_display.cfm!article_id=36426 |
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X member v8 will? A, x member from vl- vs fit vt as well! Tia phil |
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72 classic v8 I have a mint 1972 rover 3500s v8 with a five speed manual gearbox if I was to sell how much should I ask for now its classic can anyone give me suggestions |
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Ford TAURUS V8 What a good looking machine |
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My V8, coming togtether nicely http://images.trademe.co.nz/photoserver/79/213407879_full.jpgnot much left to do, headers, exhaust and wiring. And i think i will get a gilmer drive set-up too. Headers are off to get Pro coated next week. plans are to get it all sorted out, then pull it ... |
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Hamilton V8;s Now that the resident has with drawn his court case who will win .! My pick, Winterbottom, Gizzy, Davidson for the first race. Gizzy, Wincup, Davidson for the second race. Those Fords seem to be quicker this year! Cant wait to get there but its a shame it... |
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V8 only firing on every second cylinder? Any Ideas I have a rover 3.5L V8 in a jetboat, took it out on Taupo a couple of weeks back, went for a nice blat out kinloch way, ran fine for an hour or so, then started to miss in one cylinder, so headed home, by the time I got to shore I was running on 3 cyl (fi... |
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Who needs a v8? http://jalopnik.com/5896181/amazing-788-horsepower-ferrari+slaying-volvo-wagon-seeks-new-owner!popular=true |
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Vu Holden v8 what maybe is the possible cause to the engine missing under load. Thanks. |
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V8 manifold,which /why have a 304 i want to turn back to carb thinking of getting a harrop but which one !as far as i no there two types availible one 1500rpm to 5500 0r 3500 to 8000 . at mo has auto think they change gear at 4800rpm but one day guna put 5 speed in her . have g... |
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Lexus V8 into Hilux what parts are need in tranplanting a lexus v8 into a 04 3.0d hilux if anyone knows trying to get a rough price list of everything needed |
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V6/V8 BLOCK STILL TRYING TO HUNT OUT ANY OLD KNACKERED BLOCKS FOR MY COFFEE TABLE PROJECT,THOUGHT I HAD FOUND A 253 BLOCK BUT THAT FELL THROUGH,COME ON PEOPLE,THERES GOT TO BE HEAPS OF THESE LAYING AROUND,WORD OF MOUTH GOES A LONG WAY,CHEERS. |
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V8 Supercars,Round 1 Well that wasn't a race,it turned into a economy run.Now letting the Nissans in next year,they will beat the Blue & Reds hands down. |
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V8/v6 block hi all,im on the scronge again,looking for a old v8 or v6 block,making a coffee table,this one will be going in my living room,shhh,dont tell the mrs,ill wait till shes at work,she wont be able to move it. |
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Nissan to join V8 Supercars Now this will be interesting http://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/sport/motor/nissan-to-join-v8-supercars-competition-in-2013/story-e6frey5r-1226266055787 |
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