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My check engine light has come on and off periodically in my L77. Consulting with my tuner he advised the O2 sensors need replacing and that only the front 2 where active. I have DPE headers, and wondered if anyone had a link to the correct ones? Do I need standard length, or longer ones...

My cars temp got out of range, so checked coolant and it was low. Topped it up, and low again soon after. I filled it today, and saw it was coming out of the bottom of the entry pipe to tank. Looks like its a 2 piece design, when the filler pipe connects to base. Not sure if cracked, or...

My V6 is making a gurgling sound after i turn engine off, which a shorn google search has indicated it might be a faulty radiator cap. Temp gauge seems fine. Are they the same cap?

My Calais V fuel gauge (both on instrument and digital) keeps reading ……. On digital and empty on instrument, then cycles back to reading amount and kms. I imagine it’s a sensor? Recently got engine light, which comes and goes, which I deduced was front O2 sensors. Car is running fine...

My VF now has decent scratches, gouges from shopping trolleys or small scrapes on most doors and guards. It’s phantom black metallic, so a notch to match. Was thinking about exploring a closed door respray as I want the same color. Any idea of what something like this would cost?

I bought a higher km VF calais, and the service intervals were a bit longer. I changed the oil and filter immediately when i bought it, and just changed again after 2000kms as i figured it needs more regular changes. I intended to change at 5,000kms after this, but wondered as the oil as so...

I just got my renewal from AAMI. Last year it was $1900 for an agreed value of $39k This year they want $2900 for agreed value of $36k I understand things go up in price, but 50% more than last year is a bit much Is this happening everywhere or are AAMI just being clowns?

Morning guys. My LFX has 275,000 kms. I changed oil when I bought it 2 weeks ago and used Penrite 5w 30. I have some lifter noise, and was thinking perhaps a heavier weight oil might suit given the mileage? Thoughts? I was planning on doing oil change at 5,000 km intervals as previous...

I’ve got a set of drone pipes I had built for my Walkinshaw/ DPE system. They are built into front connector pipes, and were built to target a 1000-1200 rpm drone, hence they are long Built from stainless, comes with connector pipe. Cost me $1200 to have built, I just want them out of the...

Hi all, I recently bought a Calais V wagon, and the rear camera is not displaying straight which makes it a punish to park. My sedan has lines, but mine obviously hasn’t had the software updated. I can live without lines. How do i adjust the rear camera? I thought i might simply be able to...

The globes in my wagon are a bot dim, and fairly yellow…. I think they need to be changed. What are the best options? I want something that throws good light onto the road, but not a HID/ LED type set up, or bright white……. Just a practical solution. Cheers!

I pick up my second car with a km LFX this afternoon. First thing I want to do is change oil and filter. Should I run an oil flush? If so which brand is best? I run Penrite 5w 30 full synthetic in my cammed L77, would this be suitable in a high km LFX? Cheers

I’m look at a higher km Calais V with the LFX on Wednesday. Has 216,000 kms but apparently has service history and was a country car with lots of highway kms. Revs check confirms initial registration to be country. What should I be looking at specifically in a car with this many kms? I will...

Look like I need to replace my radiator. Not surprised after 8 years / 140,000kms. Should I replace with genuine, or is a generic brand ok?

Today i noticed my front control arm bushes were cactus. Am i better seeking OEM rubber, or nolathane? I have read the Nolathane can be harsh?

I bought some safebrake braided line and had a mechanic install them today, only for them to say the connections don’t fit. I’m now out of pocket the mechanic labor and brake lines if they won’t refund I got the ss / 2013 version which are supposedly designed for the standard brakes. Any...

My car has been lowered with pedders springs for over 100,000kms on standard shocks. I need to replace them, and think I will go with Monroe GT sport. What other items should I be looking at replacing to regain optimum ride quality and performance? I will keep the peddlers springs. Cheers!

Hey all, Do you think the extra cost of ceramic coating headers is worth it? I’m going to upgrade my headers to some DPE long tubes. They are stainless so shouldn’t rust, but have a ceramic option for an additional $500 Is the heat insulation in engine worth the extra cost?

Hi all, Has anyone heard of Vari race brakes? They are a Brisbane manufacturer that make a slimline big break caliper kits. They sell a 365/375mm front and 350 rear complete for about $5500 including calipers, pads, rotors and braided lines. Have always wanted big breaks, but so t want to...

My Calais with L77 has a small cam. Makes about 300rwkw and has 3.45 diff gears. Considering a 2800 converter for more poke. Can get a really good one (circle D) that retains stock manners and lock up for about $3.5-$4k all done Other is a 2300 blower package. Obviously more power (about...

Cam is 219/224 on 115 LSA with relatively low lift (565) Would is the best sized converter for this, and does brand and type impact drivability? (Say 0-60 under light load, will it be high revs?)

I have REX Ramjet 4-1 headers in 1 3/4 inch. Was wondering if the size of primaries, or design played a significant role in final note? Would for example a set of Manta / DPE 1 7/8 long tube 4-1s sound different as they have the secondary collector? My car has always droned at 1050-1100 rpm...

Some of you asked for pics, it got installed this afternoon Done by WX customs in Sydney. $879 installed

Ok brains trust I need your thoughts. I recently upgraded my catback to a DPE 3 inch, but only did Centre section and rear as I had Walkinshaw connectors. I have Rex 1 3/4 headers, with cats that have a 2.5 exit (as I originally had. 2.5 catback) the Rex cats are 3.5 inch after headers and...

I have decided i want to start doing my own oil changes at home, on a 5,000km schedule. Previously took it to the mechanic and didnt specify oil. Car has 130,000kms has small cam and new lifters / springs. What are some good oils for consideration, allowing for a balance of performance and...

Hi all, I understand the DPE and Walkinshaw are essentially the same system, but after talking to MPI who now make them the Walkinshaw merges to 2.5 before the Centre resonators (always thought it was after) Has anyone heard both and can comment on differences in volume and depth of note? My...

Considering either retrim I get my wheel, or getting a custom. Can get my existing wheel Redone with perforated leather on sides and matte leather top and bottom for $299, or a new custom wheel that is thicker, molded and reuse my controls / horn pad for $879 Thoughts? I really liked my...

Most of the ready made options (like goodridge) are for HSV / Brembo calipers. I have stock calipers with upgraded rotors and pads but want a firmer pedal feel. I think brakes direct do them, but heard they are closed temporarily due to staff shortages (or similar) I have messaged them a...

I typically use Pirelli dragon sports on my Calais. Being 20 / 245 /35 they represented good value at $300 per tyre. They are no longer making them and the new version is called Powergy. I can get them at $350 per tyre. Any feedback on them? I understand the Michelin pilot sports are...

Just got my car back from cam and it smells very fumey in cabin. Is this normal or does the tune need to be adjusted?

Is it import road? Does anyone have a car play upgrade, and can comment on ease of use / seamless functionality from my link etc? Cheers

I’m back looking at cams…. I want no pushing against brake and tame idle. I have a L77 auto Thoughts on this one? It’s got 560 lift

I got in my car yesterday morning and when driving down driveway noticed a subtle additional “hissing or blowing” noise that sounded air con related. I drove for a hour or so then parked. When I started my car a hour or so later my air con was no longer cold, just blowing air. Any...

I am contemplating a 2300 / 2650 blower for my L77 and was hoping those that have done this can give some commentary around fuel usage? I appreciate there will be massive increases when into it, but was more interested in the differences when driving sedately with traffic (1500-2000 rpm...

Someone on the Facebook VF page told me the lifters are a serviceable item and should be changed every 100,000 kms. Any truth to this? I am seeing a few around this mark fail, and see some with significantly more still ok. cheers

Not sure if this can be quantified, and I appreciate it is akin to how long is a piece of string. I quite like the volume and note my car makes now, and worried a cam will make it too loud. the shop the made my rear mufflers (marriage savers) said they can add a additional glass pack resonator...

Hi all, had the new LSD fitted test yesterday (complete new unit) and they recalibrated gearbox. they performed a rear wheel alignment too now I have a light scraping noise from my rear passenger wheel. It isn’t loud, but gets faster in line with the speed. Seems to only be one side I...

Hi all, can anyone assist with the calculation of increased RPM at 100km per hour going from 2.9 diff gear in my Calais to a set of 3.27s? thank you!

I was chatting to a tuner yesterday and was mentioning I was considering a cam for my Calais. in order I want 1. no pushing against brake 2. Relatively smooth / mild idle, no shaking or pig rooting 3. Power delivery down low and mid range over top end dyno queen the tuner recommended a...

My 2015 L77 calais now is approaching 110kms. I am researching getting trans fluid and filter changed, and was wondering when the plugs should be done? is it on a as needed basis, or is it recommended at a certain km? cheers